What to know
- Ferrium Ore is strongly associated with Originium Science Park progression and is typically treated as a mid-to-late Valley IV resource.
- Manual mining works, but the efficient approach is automated mining using Electric Mining Rigs Mk II.
- Electric Mining Rigs Mk II require Mining III (tied to Tier 3 of the Basic AIC Plan / AIC progression).
- Reliable automation depends on establishing power in Originium Science Park via the Outpost: Infra-Station mission.
In Arknights: Endfield, reach the Science Park through story progression, unlock the Infra-Station outpost, extend power with relays/pylons, then place Mk II rigs directly on Ferrium beds to create a steady stream of ore.
Ferrium Ore quick reference (where it is and what’s needed)
| Location cluster | What’s there | Notes for farming |
|---|---|---|
| Originium Science Park (general) | Multiple Ferrium Ore mineral beds | This is the region most players use for repeatable Ferrium farming and automation. |
| Transport Nexus side (Science Park) | Early-access Ferrium node area | Often used as the “first” convenient Ferrium pickup before expanding deeper. |
| Research Center side (Science Park) | Additional Ferrium node area | Deeper access may be limited by progression barriers in the region. |
| Mountain Path Slope side (Science Park) | Additional Ferrium node area | Commonly paired with the Infra-Station outpost/power setup for automation. |
Spot counts (useful for planning)
| Region (Valley IV) | Ferrium mining spots (reported) |
|---|---|
| The Hub | 2 |
| Originium Science Park | 13 |
| Origin Lodespring | 18 |
| Power Plateau | 21 |
| Total across Valley IV | 54 |
How to find Ferrium Ore in Originium Science Park
Ferrium is commonly treated as a Science Park resource, and the practical “unlock” is reaching this sub-region through the main story path. Once inside, the first easy node is typically near early traversal routes, while deeper nodes may require additional regional progression to access reliably.
Commonly referenced node directions in Originium Science Park
| Node reference | Directional hint |
|---|---|
| Node 1 | West of the Transport Nexus |
| Node 2 | South of the Research Center |
| Node 3 | North of the Mountain Path Slope |
How to set up an efficient Ferrium Ore auto-farm
Step 1
Progress the main story until Originium Science Park is accessible, then travel in from the hub route the story provides.
Step 2
Locate a Ferrium Ore mineral bed that’s close to safe traversal and convenient wiring (the “closest accessible” bed is ideal for the first setup).
Step 3
Unlock the correct mining tech for Ferrium: Electric Mining Rig Mk II, which is tied to Mining III (this is the gating requirement that makes Ferrium automation possible).
Step 4
Complete the exploration mission “Outpost: Infra-Station” in Originium Science Park to unlock the outpost that supplies a workable power foothold for the region.
Step 5
Build a power line from the Infra-Station outpost toward the Ferrium bed:
- Place relay towers as stepping stones when distance is long.
- Use electric pylons near the mineral bed to “finish” the connection and supply power where the rig will sit.
Step 6
Place Electric Mining Rig Mk II directly on the Ferrium mineral bed and confirm it is powered.
A working setup typically looks like: outpost power → relays → (optional extra relay near a TP point) → pylon(s) at the node → Mk II rig on the deposit.
Step 7
Scale the farm by repeating the same wiring pattern to nearby Ferrium beds, then craft additional Mk II rigs back at the base as needed.
Practical tips that match the video’s approach
- Start with the nearest node and get one line running end-to-end before trying to power multiple clusters.
- If enemies are dense along the most direct path, route power around them; a slightly longer cable run is often faster than repeated combat interruptions.
- Expansion usually becomes easier after the first powered node is running, because the relay/pylon chain can be extended rather than rebuilt.
Rewards
Ferrium farming doesn’t “complete” like a quest, but the setup delivers repeatable progression rewards: a sustained Ferrium Ore income and the ability to craft Ferrium-based products/parts more consistently.
| Milestone | Rewards after completion |
|---|---|
| First manual Ferrium node reached | Immediate Ferrium Ore access for early crafting checks and progression gating. |
| Mining III + Mk II rig unlocked | Automated Ferrium mining becomes possible (key progression unlock). |
| Outpost: Infra-Station completed | Stable power foothold in Science Park, enabling reliable automated mining runs. |
| First powered Mk II rig running | Continuous Ferrium Ore flow without manual mining. |
| Multiple nodes powered and rigged | Higher throughput Ferrium farming for sustained crafting and expansion. |
Turning Ferrium into a steady supply line
The fastest consistent Ferrium path is: reach Originium Science Park through story progression, unlock Mining III for Electric Mining Rig Mk II, complete Outpost: Infra-Station for regional power, then wire and rig the closest Ferrium bed first before scaling outward.
