Ant-Blox Gypsum Core Block – Modular Base Unit

Engineered for expandability, the Ant-Blox Gypsum Core Block serves as the primary nest module for building your own Ant City layout. Designed with high-density gypsum and dual 10mm connection outlets, this base unit provides the ideal climate architecture for seed-harvesting species like Messor barbarus.

Key Architecture & Highlights:

• Dual 10mm Expansion Outlets: Instantly hook up extra outworlds, tube connections, or secondary blocks.
• Graduated Chamber Depths (4mm & 7mm): 8 specialized chambers designed for brood rearing near the core and dry grain storage on the outer edge.
• Central Hydration System: Moisture retention for up to 2 weeks per refill.
• Full Modular Compatibility: Fits all standard Ant-Blox connection accessories and outworlds.

What’s Included in the Core Package:

• 1x Ant-Blox Gypsum Core Block (15x10x3 cm / 8 Chambers)
• 1x Town Square Outworld Module (15x10x9 cm with 2 ports)
• 1x Ant-Blox Core Docking Module (protective tube enclosure)
• 1x Multilingual Step-by-Step Expansion Guide
• 1x Flexible Connection Hose (cut-to-length)
• 1x Test Tube Adapter & Precision Hydration Injector
• 1x Light Shield Cover

Micro-Climate Control for Seed-Harvesters

Harvester ants require a strict humidity gradient to thrive. The handcrafted gypsum core features a central water reservoir that distributes moisture inward-out. This leaves the inner 4mm chambers humid (ideal for eggs and larvae), while the deeper outer 7mm chambers remain completely dry—allowing workers to process collected seeds into 'ant bread' and store them safely without risk of molding.

Colony Scaling Options

Choose the starting configuration that fits your expansion plans:

• Bare Module Only: Complete hardware setup without ants (ideal for existing colonies).
• Level 1 Founding Colony (10+ Workers): Begin at the baseline and scale up your network over time.
• Level 2 Growth Colony (20+ Workers): Active worker traffic in the outworld right from day one.
• Level 3 Metropolis Colony (50+ Workers): Includes major workers for high-density activity in the core block.

Technical Specifications:

• Block Dimensions: 15 × 10 × 3 cm
• Outworld Dimensions: 15 × 10 × 9 cm
• Chamber Configuration: 8 Chambers (Depths: 4 mm & 7 mm)
• Connection Ports: 2 × 10 mm (Block) / 2 × 10 mm (Outworld)
• System Capacity: Up to ~200 ants before adding expansion blocks
• Note: Handcrafted block; minor variations in shade or surface texture may occur.