Integrating Primal Fear resources into S+ Dedicated Storage requires updating the GameUserSettings.ini file with specific item Blueprint Paths under the [StructuresPlus] header, often necessary for specialized items like bloods and souls. To ensure compatibility and enable automatic sorting via the S+ Dedicated Storage Intake, Primal Fear should be loaded above the Structures Plus mod. For the full list of resource Blueprint IDs, visit Steam Community. Super Structures :: Discussions - Steam Community
To add Primal Fear resources to S+ (Structures Plus) Dedicated Storage, you must modify your server's configuration file to include the specific modded item paths. While many Primal Fear items are integrated by default, manually adding missing ones ensures they appear in the "Set Resource" list and the pulling system. 1. Identify the Resource Path
Every item in Ark has a unique blueprint path. You will need this path for the Primal Fear resources you want to add.
Example Path: /Game/Mods/Primal_Fear/Dinos/Elemental/Griffin/Feathers/PrimalItemResource_FireFeather.PrimalItemResource_FireFeather 2. Modify GameUserSettings.ini
You must add the PullResourceAdditions line under the [StructuresPlus] header in your GameUserSettings.ini file.
Locate your GameUserSettings.ini file (found in the Saved/Config/WindowsNoEditor or LinuxServer folder). Add or find the [StructuresPlus] header.
Add the following line, replacing the example paths with your desired Primal Fear resources:
[StructuresPlus] PullResourceAdditions=/Game/Mods/Primal_Fear/Path/To/Item.Item,/Game/Mods/Primal_Fear/Path/To/AnotherItem.AnotherItem Use code with caution. Copied to clipboard
Note: Use a comma to separate multiple items. Do not add spaces after the commas. 3. Ensure Stackability
Dedicated Storage requires items to be stackable. If a Primal Fear item (like certain blood or boss drops) is naturally non-stackable, it will not work in the storage unit even after adding the path. You can override this in Game.ini using ConfigOverrideItemMaxQuantity. 4. Setting the Resource in Game Once the config is updated and the server restarted: Place an S+ Dedicated Storage unit. Interact with it and select "Set Resource".
Scroll through the list; your added Primal Fear resources should now be selectable. 5. Alternative: S+ Transfer Tool
If you don't want to mess with config files, you can use the S+ Transfer Tool for manual sorting:
Name your Dedicated Storage boxes (e.g., "Fire Feather Box"). Open the S+ Transfer Tool.
Use the "Name Contains" search field at the bottom right to target your named storage and pull specific items from your inventory or nearby dinos into it.
Pro Tip: Use an S+ Dedicated Storage Intake to automatically deposit all compatible modded resources from your inventory or dino by simply walking past it.
Are there specific Primal Fear items you're struggling to find the blueprint paths for?
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Dedicated Storage in ARK: Survival Ascended (or Evolved) is a game-changer for organization, but getting Primal Fear resources to behave with it can be tricky. Because Primal Fear introduces hundreds of custom items, they don’t always "auto-stack" or show up in the default dedicated storage menus without a little help.
Here is your comprehensive guide to setting up and optimizing Dedicated Storage for Primal Fear. Why Dedicated Storage is Vital for Primal Fear
Primal Fear is a "resource-heavy" mod. Between Elemental Blood, Potency Blood, and thousands of hides from Alpha or Apex kills, your standard large storage boxes will overflow in minutes. Add Primal Fear Resources To S Dedicated Storage On Ark
Massive Capacity: Each Tek Dedicated Storage box holds thousands of stacks.
Inventory Management: It allows for "Withdraw Stack" and "Deposit All" functionality.
Stability: Reducing the number of physical loot bags or dropped items on the floor helps prevent server lag. Step 1: Unlocking and Crafting Before you can store anything, you need the tech.
The Tek Tier: Standard Dedicated Storage is a Tek-tier structure. You’ll need to defeat a Boss (like the Megapithecus or Broodmother) to unlock the Engram.
The Primal Fear Alternative: Check your Primal Fear Workbench. Depending on your specific server version or sub-mods (like Primal Fear Boss Expansion), there may be modded storage solutions that function similarly but are unlocked earlier.
Requirement: You will need Element to power the Dedicated Storage Intake if you want the "withdraw" wireless features to work. Step 2: Configuring for Custom Resources
The biggest hurdle is that standard Tek Dedicated Storage boxes are programmed for vanilla items. To add Primal Fear resources: Manual Selection Place your Dedicated Storage box. Access the radial menu (hold 'E' or your interact key). Select "Set Resource."
If the Primal Fear item (e.g., Caustic Blood) is in your inventory, it should appear in the searchable list. Select it to lock that box to that specific resource. The "Auto-Deposit" Workaround
If you find that the storage isn't pulling items from your inventory automatically:
Ensure the Intake (the small console) is powered and within range.
Check if the mod author has updated the "Item Class" names. Occasionally, custom items need to be manually dragged into the box the first time to "prime" the connection. Step 3: Essential Resources to Prioritize
You don't need a box for everything, but you definitely need them for these high-volume Primal Fear items: Blood Types: Toxic, Caustic, Electrical, and Fire Blood.
Potency Blood: This is the backbone of high-tier kibble and needs massive storage. Primal Blood: Dropped by high-tier wild dinos.
Dino Souls: If your server allows soul storage in dedicated boxes.
Alpha/Apex Hide: You will get significantly more of this than regular hide. Step 4: Pro-Tips for Organization
Color Coding: Use a Paintbrush or Spray Painter to color-code your boxes. Green for Toxic, Red for Fire, Blue for Electrical. It makes finding resources at a glance much faster.
The "Dump" Chest: Place a Tek Dedicated Storage Intake near your main landing pad. When you return from a farm, one click will suck all Primal Fear resources out of your inventory and into their respective boxes.
Labeling: Use the "Set Label" option to clearly mark what is in each box, especially for different tiers of Orbs or Essence. Troubleshooting Common Issues
Item Not Showing Up: If a Primal Fear item won't list in the "Set Resource" menu, drop the item on the floor and pick it back up to refresh your inventory state. Integrating Primal Fear resources into S+ Dedicated Storage
Mod Conflicts: If you are using "Structures Plus (S+)" or "Super Structures (SS)," use the S+ Dedicated Storage. It has much better compatibility with modded items than the vanilla Tek version.
Stack Size Mods: If you use a separate stack mod, ensure it is loaded after Primal Fear in your mod order, or the Dedicated Storage might get confused by the changed item weights.
💡 Key Takeaway: Always use S+ (Structures Plus) versions of Dedicated Storage if available, as they are specifically coded to recognize custom modded item classes like those in Primal Fear. If you want to dive deeper into this setup, let me know: Are you using S+ (Structures Plus) or vanilla Tek? Do you have a Stacking Mod active?
Which tier of Primal Fear are you currently tackling (Alpha, Apex, Celestial)?
To add Primal Fear resources to Dedicated Storage in ARK: Survival Evolved
, you typically use the Structures Plus (S+) or Super Structures (SS) mods. While many modded items are integrated by default, others may require specific configuration or load orders to function correctly. Core Setup & Automation
Dedicated Storage Unit: Use a Tek Replicator to craft these units. Once placed, you can designate a specific resource—including many Primal Fear items—for that unit to enable automatic deposits.
S+ Dedicated Storage Intake: This structure automates the collection process from your inventory or nearby dinos. You can enable "dino touch deposit," allowing you to simply walk into the intake while riding a dino to deposit all eligible resources into the connected storage network.
Massive Capacity: Each unit offers 10,000 slots and can hold vast quantities of resources (e.g., up to 2 million metal ingots), significantly outperforming standard vaults. Managing Modded Resources
If certain Primal Fear resources (like special blood, hides, or feathers) aren't showing up as options in your storage units, try these steps: Super Structures :: Discussions - Steam Community
Primal Fear resources to S+ (Structures Plus) Dedicated Storage, you must typically modify your server's configuration files to recognize the modded items. Most standard items are integrated automatically, but others require manual entry in the GameUserSettings.ini Steam Community 1. Configure Load Order For the best compatibility between these mods, ensure Primal Fear S+ (or Super Structures) in your mod load order. Steam Community 2. Edit Configuration Files (.ini)
If specific Primal Fear resources (like Blood or special Hides) do not appear in the Dedicated Storage list, you need to add their blueprint paths to the PullResourceAdditions Open your server's GameUserSettings.ini Locate the [StructuresPlus] Add or append the resource IDs to the following line:
PullResourceAdditions=/Game/Mods/Primal_Fear/Resources/BlueprintName.BlueprintName
Note: You can find complete copy-paste lists for Primal Fear on the Steam Workshop discussion boards or in community-maintained Google Docs. 3. Setting Up the Storage In-Game
Once configured, use these steps to organize your resources: Manual Assignment : Hold the interact button (default 'E') on an S+ Dedicated Storage unit and select the resource from the list. Automatic Deposit S+ Dedicated Storage Intake
. You can hit it with a melee attack or ride a dino into it to automatically deposit all matching resources into nearby boxes. Consolidation
: Hold 'Y' (on PC) to "Consolidate," which pulls matching items from your inventory and nearby dinos into the designated storage. Troubleshooting Tips Missing Items
: If an item won't pull, try naming the Dedicated Storage specifically after that item and using the S+ Transfer Tool
. Set the "Name Contains" filter in the tool to match the box name. Vanilla Conflicts Part 6: Ultimate Resource List (Copy/Paste Ready) For
: Ensure you have disabled the "Vanilla" versions of dedicated storage introduced in the Homestead patch, as they can sometimes override S+ settings. specific blueprint paths
for the most common Primal Fear resources to paste into your config? Super Structures :: Discussions - Steam Community
For your convenience, here is a Master INI block for the top 40 Primal Fear resources. Copy this directly into your Game.ini:
[StructuresPlus] IgnoreItemBlacklist=true// Primal Fear Base Resources AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFDoDoFeather_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFHide_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFRawMeat_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFPolymer_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFPaste_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PFIngot_C")
// Primal Fear Bloods (The core loop) AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_AlphaBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ApexBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_FearsomeBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_DemonicBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_CelestialBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_DivineBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ChaosBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_GodlyBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_OmegaBlood_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_OriginBlood_C")
// Primal Fear Essences & Dusts AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_CelestialEssence_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ChaosEssence_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_GodlyDust_C")
// Primal Fear Summoning Materials AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PrimeSoul_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_AlphaSoul_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ApexSoul_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_DemonicSoul_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_CelestialSoul_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ChaosSoul_C")
// Primal Fear Boss Drops AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_YetiClaw_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_ManticoreSpike_C") AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_DragonHeart_C")
In ARK: Survival Evolved, mods like Primal Fear (PF) and Structures Plus (S+) are staples for many players. Primal Fear adds hundreds of new resources, creature eggs, and boss summoning items, while S+ provides the Dedicated Storage unit—a powerful QoL tool that automatically pulls and stores specific items. However, S+ Dedicated Storage does not automatically recognize Primal Fear’s custom resources. Without configuration, players must manually edit INI files to link PF items to storage units. This paper provides a clear, technical guide to achieve full integration.
If you want every single Primal Fear resource to work without listing them (warning: this may lag your server if you have 100+ storages), use this:
AddItemWhiteList=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_PF_C")
However, this is buggy. The safest way is to use the specific classes above.
E on the storage unit.Troubleshooting Drag & Drop:
Not all PF items are equal. Here is your priority list for setting up Dedicated Storage:
| Priority | Resource Name | Why you need SS/S+ storage for it | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | Primal Blood | Drops from every creature. Crafting 1 Celestial saddle requires 5,000+ blood. | | 2 | Chaos Essence | End-game currency. Weighs a ton. Storage reduces lag. | | 3 | Dino Souls | Used for taming Spirit/Nether dinos. Stacks to 1000 only, so infinite storage is vital. | | 4 | Elemental Shards (Fire/Ice/Lightning) | Your generators and armor burn through these. | | 5 | Figurines (Goddess, King, Lucifer) | Non-stackable normally. Dedicated storage compresses them into digital data. |
StackMultiplier or use a stack mod.ShooterGame/Saved/Config/WindowsNoEditor/ (or LinuxServer/ for servers).GameUserSettings.ini.[StructuresPlus], add the following line for each Primal Fear resource:DediStorageItemWhitelist=BlueprintPathString
Example block:
[StructuresPlus]
DediStorageItemWhitelist=Blueprint'/Game/Mods/PrimalFear/Items/Resources/PrimalItemResource_Blood.PrimalItemResource_Blood'
DediStorageItemWhitelist=Blueprint'/Game/Mods/PrimalFear/Items/Resources/PrimalItemResource_Tears.PrimalItemResource_Tears'
DediStorageItemWhitelist=Blueprint'/Game/Mods/PrimalFear/Items/Resources/PrimalItemResource_CelestialEssence.PrimalItemResource_CelestialEssence'
Note: Do not use quotes or extra spaces. Each entry must be on its own line.
Once your INI is saved and the server is restarted, you still cannot type the name. Here is the correct workflow:
E).Pro Tip: Do not try to type "Celestial Blood." It will not appear. You must drag the physical item in first.