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In Sons of the Forest, crafting plays a vital role in survival. Discover new item combinations by collecting materials and blueprints throughout your journey. Merge objects in your inventory to create essential gear and structures. This resource provides an overview of available crafting combinations and construction techniques.
Complete Guide to Crafting and Building Mechanics
Available Crafting Combinations
Illumination Tool
- 1x Cloth
- 1x Stick
- Creates a portable flame source when combined with a lighter
Flint-tipped Projectiles
- 2x Feather
- 2x Stick
- 4x Small Stone
Repair Device
- 1x Stone
- 1x Rope
- 1x Stick
- Used for fixing constructed items
Improvised Explosive
- 1x Cloth
- 1x Vodka Bottle
- Incendiary device for ranged combat
Botanical Armor
- 1x Cloth
- 10x Leaves
- Basic protective gear
Leather Protection
- 1x Cloth
- 2x Hide
- Improved defensive equipment
Skeletal Armor
- 1x Duct Tape
- 1x Rope
- 4x Bone
- Mid-level protective gear
Advanced Armor System
- 1x Batteries
- 1x Duct Tape
- 1x Circuit Board
- 1x Wire
- 1x Tech Mesh
- High-grade protective suit
First Aid Mixture
- 1x Aloe Vera
- 1x Yarrow
- Basic healing consumable
Enhanced First Aid
- 1x Fireweed
- 1x Horsetail
- 1x Aloe Vera
- Advanced healing solution
Throwing Spear
- 1x Duct Tape
- 1x Utility Knife
- 2x Stick
- Long-range piercing weapon
Primitive Bludgeon
- 1x Skull
- 1x Rope
- 1x Stick
- Melee impact weapon
Wooden Bow
- 1x Duct Tape
- 1x Rope
- 2x Stick
- Ranged weapon requiring stone projectiles
Prepared Rations
- 1x Can Opener
- 1x Sealed Food Container
Feline Food Preparation
- 1x Can Opener
- 1x Unopened Pet Food
- Emergency sustenance option
Motorized Cutter
- 1x Battery
- 1x Cutting Tool
- Power tool maintenance
Portable Light Source
- 1x Battery
- 1x Handheld Lamp
- Illumination device maintenance
Timed Explosive Device
- 1x Circuit Board
- 5x Coins
- 1x Duct Tape
- 1x Wire
- 1x Watch
- 1x Explosive Material
Crafting Mechanics Overview
Crafting process steps:
- Access inventory using designated key
- Select desired components with secondary click
- Combine items using gear interface
Some tools remain reusable after modification; for instance, edged weapons return to inventory after maintenance.
Construction Formulae and Techniques
Basic Flame Source
- Create fire using gathered sticks
Reinforced Flame
- Surround basic fire with stones
Vertical Flame
- Construct with sticks and fabric
Skull-based Light Source
- 1x Skull
- 1x Cloth
- 1x Stick
Fuel Preparation
- Process logs with cutting tools
Wooden Framework
- Position stick and skeletal remains
Enhanced Framework
- Fortify standard framework with stone
Perimeter Barrier
- Arrange vertical and horizontal sticks
Foundation Creation
- Arrange logs in square formation
Entryway Construction
- Leave central opening in wall structures
Viewing Portal
- Remove sections from wall constructions
Elevation Platform
- Combine surface panel and inclined plank
Inclined Access
- Combine vertical supports with angled logs
Solar-powered Lighting
- Connect photovoltaic panel to illumination unit
Wildlife Capture Device
Outdoor Shelter
- 7x Rocks
- 6x Sticks
- 5x Logs
Small Timber Structure
Arboreal Shelter Type A
Arboreal Shelter Type B
Elevated Platform A
Elevated Platform B
Sloped Shelter
Observation Deck
Skeletal Trap Mechanism
- 1x Vodka Bottle
- 1x Rope
- 3x Leaves
- 3x Rocks
- 2x Sticks
Insect Deterrent
- 1x Rope
- 3x Rocks
- 10x Sticks
Mechanical Snare
- 2x Cables
- 7x Sticks
- 1x Turtle Shell
Vertical Grow Bed
Hung Planter
Water Collection System
- x1 Turtle Shell
- x12 Sticks
Masonry Hearth
Avian Dwelling
Crop Protector
Atmospheric Collector
- 1x Turtle Shell
- 16x Sticks
Mineral Path
- Arrange stones for walking surface
Timber Path
- Lay sticks for temporary pathway
Storage Surface
Vertical Storage
Trophy Display
Food Preservation Rack
Projectile Storage
Protective Gear Rack
Timber Storage
Expanded Timber Storage
Ossuary Storage
Fuel Storage
Explosives Container
- x1 Rope
- x1 Rock
- 10x Sticks
Armament Rack
Wall-mounted Weapon Holder
Rod Storage
Mineral Storage
Rock Storage
Seating Structure
Horizontal Surface
Wall-mounted Flame
Overhead Skull Light
Skeletal Seating
Bone-based Lighting Array
Twig Chair
Primitive Bedding
Basic Timber Transport
Enhanced Timber Transport
- 3x Rope
- 2x Cloths
- 2x Skulls
- 3x Planks
- 60x Sticks
Solar Enhancement Unit
- 3x Turtle Shells
- 3x Wires
- 7x Rocks
- 4x Batteries
- 11x Sticks
Lighting Structure
- 9x Lightbulbs
- 2x Wires
- 1x Plank
Construction Fundamentals
The game offers two construction methods: guided and freeform building. Activate the guidebook interface, select building components using the control scheme, and rotate structures with designated keys. Some blueprints might appear to require processed lumber, but basic logs often suffice.
Advanced Construction Techniques
Free building enables unscripted construction by directly placing materials. The guidebook provides sequential instructions for all available designs through its interface.