Firework Maker Guide
Complete guide to fireworks (CrackerMaker) on Justified DarkRP - machine setup, upgrades, and selling firework packs
Firework Maker
Firework Maker is a production job where you run a machine that creates firework packs from paper and black powder. Simple setup, high profit margins, and satisfying to watch.
Guide Accuracy
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Getting Started
Buy the Machine
Purchase the Firework Maker from the F4 menu entities. You can only have one machine.
Buy Ingredients
You need Paper Rolls and Black Powder to keep the machine running.
Buy a Box
Get a Box to collect the finished fireworks.
Load the Machine
Touch the paper and black powder to the machine to fill it.
Place the Box
Put the box near the machine's output point.
Start Production
Press E on the machine's switch to turn it on. Watch it go!
How It Works
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Loading | Touch ingredients to the machine to fill its buffer |
| Production | Machine automatically processes paper and powder |
| Output | Firework packs spawn on the conveyor |
| Packing | Fireworks automatically fill into nearby boxes |
| Selling | Take full boxes to the Firework Buyer NPC |
The machine is fully animated — watch the paper roll, cut, pack, and fill with powder. It's oddly satisfying.
Machine Upgrades
Upgrading is essential. Level 1 is slow — get it to at least level 5-10 for good profit.
| Upgrade Benefit | Effect |
|---|---|
| Speed | Higher levels produce faster |
| Capacity | Higher levels store more ingredients |
How to Upgrade
Use money to instantly upgrade. Cost increases with each level.
Max level is 20. Higher levels = significantly faster production.
Collecting & Storing Fireworks
Box Storage
| Method | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Physical Box | Fireworks fill into the box (holds 8). Physgun the full box to transport. |
| Wallet Storage | Press E on a box to "secure" it — contents go to your virtual inventory. Box is consumed. |
Death Warning
If you die, your virtual wallet is wiped. Carry physical boxes if possible, or sell frequently.
Selling
Take your fireworks to the Firework Buyer NPC (or The Broker on Justified servers).
- The NPC scans for fireworks in your virtual wallet AND physical fireworks nearby
- Prices fluctuate based on NPC buy rate
- A full box of 8 firework packs sells for a significant amount
VIP Bonus
Higher VIP tiers get better sell prices. Premium ranks earn noticeably more per pack.
Tips for Success
Don't try to profit at level 1. Get to at least level 5-10 first for reasonable speed.
The machine stops when it runs out. Always have paper and powder ready.
The virtual wallet resets on death. Physical boxes stay if you die.
Don't hoard too much — raids can destroy your stock. Bank your profits often.
Just keep the machine running and it levels up automatically after producing enough.
Machines and boxes can be destroyed in raids. Build in a fortified location.
Common Problems
Cause: Out of paper or black powder.
Solution: Check the ingredient levels and refill.
Cause: Machine is low level.
Solution: Upgrade the machine. Level 10+ is much faster than level 1.
Cause: Virtual wallet resets on death.
Solution: Use physical boxes instead, or sell more frequently.
Cause: Box not positioned correctly near the machine output.
Solution: Move the box closer to where fireworks spawn.
Quick Reference
- Ingredients: Paper Rolls + Black Powder
- Box capacity: 8 firework packs
- Max machine level: 20
- Upgrades: Pay cash OR auto-upgrade from production
- Virtual wallet: Resets on death!
- Sell to: Firework Buyer NPC
- VIP tiers: Get better sell prices
Values May Vary
Prices, production speeds, and NPC rates may be adjusted. Check in-game for current values.