Originium
- This article is about the use of Originium in Arknights: Endfield. For the original article on the Arknights Terra Wiki, see Originium.
| “ | In the end, Originium was the only thing that remained, the last and most resilient link between humanity and their old home. | ” |
| —"Remorse of the Tower" Rift description |
Originium is an energy-rich crystalline mineral. It is the basis of human civilization and survival in Talos-II.
Overview
| “ | In Talos-II, Originium remains the primary source of energy and a key material for industrial production and the arts.
The hostile environments of Talos-II motivated scientists to achieve numerous theoretical breakthroughs. The last 150 years witnessed the release of new power generation and industrial production solutions of ever increasing efficiency. However, Originium remains the basis for all these advancements. The pioneers of the new world know very well that the most basic forms of industrial production could not be achieved without Originium boilers and Originium Arts. The pioneers also chose to learn from the mistakes of the past and look for new solutions. The development of the Controlled Originium Distribution (CORD) technology gave a degree of control over the growth of Originium clusters and made it possible to "cultivate" them in specific areas. CORD greatly reduced the likelihood of Catastrophes in Talos-II. Additionally, Long-term Oripathy Treatment (LORIT) was well-received by the Talosians. Preventive Oripathy Shots (PORIPS) and therapeutic suppressants were also developed. The Infected were no longer stigmatized in Talosian towns and villages now that treatment became readily available. Though the situation looks hopeful, Originium-related issues and challenges continued to affect the new world. | ” |
| —Nexus Files |
Protocol-Originium
Main article: Protocol-Originium
Black Originite
A special pyramid-shaped piece of Originium that belongs to the Endministrator. It disappears whenever they enter hibernation in the Sarcophagus and reappears whenever they awaken. Only the Endministrator is truly aware of how it works. The Black Originite is extremely valuable as it acts as a sort of "compass" that helps the Endministrator manage their affairs.