How to Build The Smithing Station in Grounded

The Smithing Station is an essential workbench in Grounded that allows you to upgrade your weapons and armor to make them more powerful. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about building and using this crucial crafting station.

What is the Smithing Station?

The Smithing Station is a workbench-style crafting tool that serves as your primary method for upgrading weapons and armor in Grounded. Once built, it becomes an invaluable part of your base setup.

How to Build the Smithing Station

Accessing the Build Menu

To build the Smithing Station, press B to open the build menu. Look for the station that features an anvil icon at the bottom of the list.

Required Materials

Before you can construct the Smithing Station, gather the following materials:

Brittle Wetstone

Brittle Plating

Crude Rope

Sap

You can find Brittle Quartzite and Brittle Marble in the Red Anthill, which you’ll need to craft both Brittle Wetstone and Brittle Plating. Crude Rope is made from different plant fibers, and Sap can be found by harvesting any piece of wood throughout the game.

Placing the Smithing Station

Once you have all the required materials, press the space bar to select the Smithing Station from the build menu. You can now place it in your desired location within your base.

How to Use the Smithing Station

After building your Smithing Station, you can begin upgrading your gear. To use it, press the space bar while standing at the station. This will bring up your upgrade options.

Upgrading Your Weapons

Select the weapon you want to upgrade—for example, the Rotten Lava Blade. The station will show you what additional materials are needed for the upgrade. In most cases, you’ll need more Brittle Wetstone, which you can craft from the Brittle Quartzite you’ve collected. Once you have the required materials, confirm the upgrade and your weapon will be enhanced.

Summary

The Smithing Station is a must-have crafting station in Grounded for any player looking to improve their combat effectiveness. By gathering Brittle Quartzite, Brittle Marble, plant fibers, and sap, you can build this essential workbench and begin upgrading your weapons and armor to take on tougher challenges in the game.

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