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## 2. Core Gameplay Mechanics (Detailed Version) ### 2.1 Basic Reel Rules - **Reel Configuration**: Typically **3 reels × 3 rows** (may vary slightly by version). - **Paylines**: Usually 25 fixed paylines; wins are awarded for matching symbols from left to right. - **Betting Structure**: Players can select different denomination values ​​(e.g., $0.01, $0.02, $0.05, $0.10, $0.25, $1). Total bet per spin = Denomination × Number of Paylines × Bet per Line. --- ### 2.2 "Hold & Spin" Bonus Feature This is the signature core mechanic of *Dragon Link*. #### Trigger Condition - Landing **6 or more "Orb" (golden sphere) symbols** anywhere on the reels triggers the "Hold & Spin" bonus round. #### Bonus Rules 1. **Initial Spins**: 3 spins. 2. **Locking & Resetting**: - Any new Orb symbol that appears is locked in place on the reels. - Each time a new Orb lands, the remaining spin count **resets to 3**. 3. **Orb Values**: - Each Orb symbol displays a specific monetary value (calculated based on the current bet). - Some Orbs may be labeled **"Mini"** or **"Minor,"** representing fixed small or medium jackpot prizes. 4. **Grand Jackpot Condition**: - If all 15 positions on the reels are filled with Orbs, the **Grand Jackpot** (progressive jackpot) is awarded. 5. **Round Conclusion**: - The total value of all Orbs—including any Mini, Minor, or Grand jackpots won—is calculated and awarded to the player. --- ### 2.3 Free Spins Mode - **Trigger Condition**: Landing **3 "Scatter" symbols** anywhere on the reels. - **Rewards**: - Grants a fixed number of free spins (typically 6–10). - Free spins often feature **multipliers** or **expanding Wild symbols**. - In some versions, the "Hold & Spin" feature can be re-triggered during free spins, creating a "dual-layer" reward system. --- ### 2.4 Progressive Jackpot - **Mini**: A fixed, small-tier jackpot (scales with the bet amount). - **Minor**: A fixed, mid-tier jackpot (scales with the bet amount). - **Major**: A medium-to-high-tier jackpot pool; in some versions, it can be **triggered randomly**. - **Grand**: The top-tier jackpot, usually awarded upon collecting 15 gold coins. - **Jackpot Growth**: A portion of every bet placed on connected machines contributes to the jackpot pool until it is won by a player. --- ### 2.5 Special Symbols - **Wild**: Substitutes for any symbol except Scatters and gold coins. - **Scatter**: Triggers free spins. - **Orb (Gold Sphere)**: Triggers the "Hold & Spin" feature.