XtchFuest

2. Core Gameplay Mechanics (Detailed)

### 2.1 Basic Reel Rules
- Reel Configuration: Typically 3 reels × 3 rows (may vary slightly by version).
- Paylines: Usually 25 fixed paylines; wins are achieved by matching identical symbols from left to right.

### 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 screen triggers the Hold & Spin bonus round.

#### Bonus Rules
1. Initial Spins: 3 spins.
2. Lock & Reset:
3. Grand Prize Condition:
- Filling all 15 positions on the screen awards the Grand Jackpot (progressive prize pool) immediately.
3. Round Conclusion:
- The total value of all collected symbols is calculated, combined with any Mini, Minor, or Grand prizes won, and paid out as a lump sum.

---

### 2.3 Free Spins Mode
- Trigger Condition: Landing 3 Scatter symbols anywhere on the screen.
- Rewards:
- Awards a set number of free spins (typically 6–10).
- Free spin rounds often feature enhancements such as Multipliers or expanding Wild symbols. - In some versions, the "Hold & Spin" feature can be triggered during free spins, creating a "dual-layer bonus" effect.

---

### 2.4 Progressive Jackpots
- Mini: Fixed small prize (scales with bet amount).
- Minor: Fixed medium prize (scales with bet amount).
- Major: Medium-to-high prize pool; can be triggered randomly in some versions.
- Grand: Top-tier prize; usually requires collecting all 15 gold coins to win. - Jackpot Growth: A portion of the wagers from all connected machines contributes to the jackpot pool until it is won by a player.

---

### 2.5 Special Symbols
- Wild: Substitutes for all symbols except Scatter and Coin symbols.
- Scatter: Triggers the Free Spins round.
- Orb (Golden Orb): Triggers the "Hold & Spin" feature.
## 2.6 Core Gameplay Flowchart

```mermaid
flowchart TD
A[Start spinning reels] --> B{Do 6 or more Coin symbols appear?}
B -- No --> C [Payout based on standard paylines]
B -- Yes --> D[Trigger Hold & Spin mode]

D --> E[Initial 3 locked spins]
E --> F{Do new Coins appear during the spin?}
F -- Yes --> G [Lock new Coins and reset spins to 3]
G --> F
F -- No --> H{Are there spins remaining?}
H -- Yes --> E
H -- No --> I [Calculate total value of all Coins]

I --> J{Do Coins fill all 15 grid positions?}
J -- Yes --> K[Award Grand Jackpot]
J -- No --> L[Payout total Coin value + Mini/Minor prizes]

C & L & K --> M[Round ends]"