Objectives:
- Craft a Metal Pickaxe and Metal Axe
- Craft a Crossbow and Arrows
- Craft a Common Shield
- Catch a Mount Pal (e.g., Rushoar, Direhowl)
Strategy:
You'll need to unlock the relevant technologies in your Technology Tree. Metal Ore can be found in rocky areas, often near cliffs or in caves. Process it into Ingots at a Primitive Furnace. The Crossbow provides a significant ranged damage boost. A Common Shield offers crucial damage reduction. Rushoar and Direhowl are common early-game mounts; catch one and craft its saddle at the Pal Gear Workbench to unlock its riding ability. This will greatly improve your exploration speed.
Rewards:
- Experience Points
- Enhanced combat and exploration capabilities