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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**: Mostly 25 lines (fixed); wins are awarded by matching identical symbols from left to right.
- **Betting Method**: Players can select different denominations (e.g., $0.01, $0.02, $0.05, $0.10, $0.25, $1). Total bet per spin = Denomination × Number of Paylines × Bet Amount per Line.
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### 2.2 Hold & Spin Bonus Feature
This is the signature core mechanic of Dragon Link.
#### Trigger Condition
- Land **6 or more Orb (Golden Ball) symbols** anywhere on the reels to enter the Hold & Spin bonus round.
#### Bonus Rules
1. **Initial Spins**: 3 spins.
2. **Lock & Reset**:
- When a new golden coin symbol appears, it locks in place on the reels.
- Each time a new coin appears, the remaining spin count **resets to 3**.
3. **Coin Values**:
- Each coin symbol displays a fixed monetary value (calculated based on the current bet amount).
- Some coins display **Mini** or **Minor** labels, representing fixed small or medium prize amounts.
4. **Grand Jackpot Condition**:
- If all 15 grid positions on the screen are filled with coins, the **Grand Jackpot** (progressive jackpot pool) is awarded.
5. **Round Conclusion**:
- The total value of all coins is calculated and combined with any Mini, Minor, or Grand prizes won; the total amount is then awarded.
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### 2.3 Free Games (Free Spins) Mode
- **Trigger Condition**: Land **3 Scatter symbols** anywhere on the reels.
- **Rewards**:
- Awarded a fixed number of free spins (typically 6–10).
- Free spin rounds often feature..." **Multipliers** or **Special Wild Expansions**.
- In some versions, the Hold & Spin feature can be re-triggered during Free Spins, creating a "double-layer reward" effect.
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### 2.4 Progressive Jackpot
- **Mini**: Fixed small prize (scales with bet amount).
- **Minor**: Fixed medium prize (scales with bet amount).
- **Major**: Medium-to-high prize pool; can be **randomly triggered** in some versions.
- **Grand**: Top prize; usually requires collecting all 15 gold coins to win.
- **Jackpot Growth**: A portion of wagers from all connected machines contributes to the prize pool until a player wins it.
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### 2.5 Special Symbols
- **Wild**: Substitutes for any symbol except Scatters and Gold Coins.
- **Scatter**: Triggers Free Spins.
- **Orb (Gold Ball)**: Triggers Hold & Spin.
## 2.6 Core Gameplay Flowchart
```mermaid
flowchart TD
A[Start spinning reels] --> B{Do 6 or more Gold Coin symbols appear?}
B -- No --> C[Payout based on standard paylines]
B -- Yes --> D[Trigger Hold & Spin mode]
D --> E[Initial 3 locked-spin attempts]
E --> F{Does a new Gold Coin appear during the spin?}
F -- Yes --> G[Lock new Gold Coin and reset attempts to 3]
G --> F
F -- No --> H{Are there remaining attempts?}
H -- Yes --> E
H -- No --> I[Calculate total value of all Gold Coins]
I --> J{Do Gold Coins fill all 15 grid spaces?}
J -- Yes --> K[Award Grand Jackpot]
J -- L --> L[Award total Gold Coin value + Mini/Minor prizes]
C & L & K --> M[Round ends]"
