The Forge Crafting Basics
Learn the crafting mechanics in The Forge: understand material types, basic crafting steps, success rates, and common beginner mistakes. Build a foundation for efficient tool use and maximizing crafting results.
Crafting in The Forge is the system for creating items, equipment, and Totems from materials. Beginners can save resources and get started quickly by understanding material types and crafting workflow.
Key Rules
Basic Materials: For standard items and equipment
Rare Materials: For advanced equipment or Totems
Totem Materials: For special enhancement items
| Material Type | Usage | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | Standard items | Map exploration, common drops |
| Rare Materials | Advanced equipment / Totems | Boss drops, quest rewards |
| Totem Materials | Special enhancement items | Special events / redeem codes |
To learn how materials affect output, seeOre Multipliers Guide
Crafting Workflow
Beginner Tip: Start with basic items to avoid wasting rare materials.
Success Rate & Probability
Common Beginner Mistakes
Wasting rare materials blindly
Ignoring recipe or multiplier information
Not using tools or redeem codes for assistance
FAQ
Which items should beginners craft first?
Start with basic items to learn materials and workflow before crafting advanced equipment. Use the Calculator tool to plan material usage.
Does crafting consume all materials?
Crafting consumes the entered materials, and rare items may fail. Beginners are advised to craft in small batches first.
Where can I check recipes and material multipliers?
Recipes are available in-game or on this page /guides/crafting-basics; for multipliers, see /guides/ore-multipliers-explained.
How should rare materials be used?
Prioritize crafting high-value or key items, and plan usage carefully.
Will materials be lost if crafting fails?
Most materials are consumed on failure. Practice with basic items first to reduce losses.