---
title: Scoochstem
id:
  - critterworks:scoochstem
  - critterworks:scoochstem_wood
related_items: [critterworks:scoochstem, critterworks:scoochstem_wood]
icon: critterworks:item/scoochstem
type: block
infobox:
  title: Scoochstem
  tabs:
    - name: Scoochstem
      display:
        - critterworks:item/scoochstem
        - critterworks:item/scoochstem_wood
---

[Scoochworms](@critterworks:scoochworm) use **Scoochstems** and **Scoochstem Wood** to know what path to take. These paths can go along floors, walls, ceilings, and can transition freely between them.

If a Scoochworm is wandering aimlessly off Scoochstem and steps onto it, it will immediately stay on that path.

Both variants behave as logs: they can be placed along any axis, burn, and are mined most effectively with an axe. Regular Scoochstem has exposed ends, while Scoochstem Wood is bark-covered on every face.

Scoochworms travel along the faces of the blocks, so leave enough room around bends for their bodies. At a branch, they continue forward when possible, otherwise choosing an available side path. They also prefer to turn left or right instead of turning "up" or "down," such as from floor to wall or wall to ceiling.

## Disabling Faces

Use an **Axe** on a Scoochstem to toggle the clicked face. A disabled face cannot support Scoochworm travel and uses a darker texture.

Each face can be toggled independently.