diff --git a/effect_template.lua b/effect_template.lua
index 8669169..4d7629e 100644
--- a/effect_template.lua
+++ b/effect_template.lua
@@ -32,6 +32,7 @@ end
 -- Called every game tick while the effect is active
 function OnTick()
     -- Keep this lightweight. Use this for per-frame checks or gradual changes.
+    WAIT(500) -- Example: wait 500 ms between ticks, adjust as needed, also for performance
 end
 
 -- Add custom helper functions below.