In the world of Aska, resources play a crucial role in your survival, from crafting and defending yourself to sustaining your camp. Whether you’re gathering Bark or harvesting Garlic, knowing where and how to obtain each resource is essential for thriving in this challenging environment.
Bark
Bark is one of the more common resources in Aska and can be obtained by felling Firs or Young Firs. Look for tree stumps, as they yield approximately 5 Bark each. Villagers can also gather Bark, making it a versatile resource for various needs.
Beetroot
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In Aska, Beetroot is seasonal and can only be found during the fall and winter months or farmed with Beetroot seeds. It’s a valuable food source, so plan your farming around the seasons to ensure a steady supply.
Berries
Found and harvested during the summer and spring months, Berries are a common food resource in Aska. Look for berry bushes, but beware: eating rotten Berries can lead to poisoning, so manage your inventory wisely.
Bone Fragments
Bone Fragments are obtained from animals or creatures like Skeletons using a knife or appropriate tools. Hunting becomes crucial for acquiring Bone Fragments, essential for crafting and survival in Aska.
Cabbage and Carrot
Both Cabbages and Carrots grow during the summer and fall seasons and can be found on the ground or farmed using seeds. These crops offer a quick turnaround for food production in your village.
Coal
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Coal is not naturally found in Aska but can be crafted using Firewood in a Bloomery. It serves as a potent fuel source for campfires and can also be obtained through cooking, albeit at the expense of food.
Fiber
Fiber is crucial for building structures in Aska and can be obtained by breaking down items like Bark or Flax. It grows during the winter months and can also be looted from Wisps that appear on certain nights.
Feathers
Feathers are found in Fallen Bird’s Nests near trees and are essential for crafting items like arrows. Identify these nests easily by pressing Z on your keyboard and stock up for crafting needs.
Garlic
Available during spring, summer, and fall, Garlic is a versatile herb used in cooking and healing in Aska. It can be found on the ground or farmed during its growing seasons.
Grey Mushrooms
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These mushrooms appear throughout the year but are more common after rainfall. They are edible but have hallucinogenic effects, temporarily tinting your screen green upon consumption.
Hardwood Logs and Long Sticks
Hardwood Logs and Long Sticks are sturdy materials used for building structures in Aska. They are obtained from Birch Trees with an Iron Axe and are crucial for mid-game construction projects.
Jotun Blood
Jotun Blood is harvested from Jotun Blood Shard Stones using a pickaxe and is essential for recruiting villagers in Aska. Each shard yields valuable Jotun Blood for expanding your settlement.
Massive Stones
Obtained from Stone Clumps, Massive Stones are essential for constructing robust structures in Aska. Break down these clumps using tools or farm them for a steady supply of stones.
Leather Scraps
Leather Scraps are primarily obtained by hunting animals like bears in Aska. They are essential for crafting leather-based items and can occasionally drop from other creature types.
Logs
Logs are basic resources obtained from Fir Trees and used for various crafting purposes in Aska. They yield Bark and sticks when processed, contributing to your resource stockpile.
Metal Scraps
Metal Scraps are rare drops from enemies like Skeletons and Wraiths in Aska. Alternatively, they can be crafted from metal items like Iron Ore for advanced crafting needs.
Mussels
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Mussels are abundant near shorelines in Aska and provide a unique food source. Harvest them from yellowish rocks with protruding purple elements, but note their regeneration time after harvesting.
Onion
Similar to Cabbages and Carrots, Onions grow during the spring, summer, and fall seasons in Aska. They are versatile for cooking and can also be farmed with Onion seeds.
Raw Red Meat
Obtaining Raw Red Meat requires hunting formidable creatures like bears or wolves in Aska. Use a knife for harvesting, ensuring to cook the meat to prevent food poisoning.
Resin
Resin is obtained by chopping down trees like Fir or Birch in Aska. Larger trees yield more Resin, making it a valuable resource for crafting and fueling certain activities.
Thatch
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Harvest Thatch from Reeds found near water bodies in Aska. Use tools to gather Thatch, which can be further broken down into Flax for various crafting purposes.
Yellow Mushrooms
Yellow Mushrooms appear after rain showers, mainly during the fall months in Aska. Exercise caution as they are toxic when consumed raw, requiring cooking for safe consumption.
Surviving in Aska
In Aska, mastering the acquisition and management of resources is essential for your survival and progression. Whether you’re exploring new territories or expanding your village, knowing where to find each resource and how to use it effectively ensures your success in this challenging world.