> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://info.cosmicuniverse.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://info.cosmicuniverse.io/game-assets-nfts/structures/mechanics.md).

# Mechanics

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There are many different types of structures and buildings that can be built in Cosmic Universe. The more a player advances in the game by harvesting, mining, gathering, and leveling-up, the more options they have when it comes to what structures they can built on their land plots.&#x20;

Every structure will have a base set of requirements that need to be fulfilled for it to be functional. The bigger and more advanced a structure is, the more resources and time it will require to build.&#x20;

To build any kind of structure, a certain amount of resources will be necessary. For example, to build a simple shelter, 100 Wood will be necessary.&#x20;

Depending on how large a structure is, it will take up anywhere from 1 block to over 100 blocks (the size of one plot), and all the way up to up to 1,000 blocks (10 plots), for a single structure.&#x20;

Players can speed up build times by either using a Time Crystal Badge, using MAGICK to receive time crystals, or earning time crystals in-game