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Settlement Building - Version 17 vs Version 18
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11Settlement building extends Windrose's base building system into something closer to town management. Beyond simple survival shelters, players can establish operational outposts with NPC workers, merchants, and specialized facilities.22Shelter to Settlement44The developers described their building philosophy in Devblog #2: "Building in Crosswind is about self-expression, progression, and shaping the world." Every structure should feel rooted in its biome, "from a first humble shack to a towering fort." The system is designed to be welcoming and intuitive. Players need a basic roof to rest and shelter for workbenches, but beyond that it is up to them how far to take it.66Newcomers get one-click blueprints and large modular pieces, while veterans can use precision rotation, axis nudging, and a preview mode to inspect components before placement. A light building-integrity system prevents floating towers while keeping construction accessible.88The Bonfire1010The Bonfire is the heart of your camp and the foundational building. Most workbenches and crafting stations will not function without a Bonfire nearby. Cost: 5 Wood. It provides Comfort +1 and is effectively indestructible to enemies.1212What must be within Bonfire range: most crafting stations, all three Merchant stalls, Workbench upgrades/attachments, and the Wharf (which must also be near the coastline). Bonfires cannot overlap with each other. If you want to build further away, place a new bonfire to define a new outpost zone. Placement tip: center the bonfire rather than tucking it into a corner to maximize usable build area.1515Building Material Tiers1717Six building material tiers are available for structural pieces (walls, floors, roofs, pillars):1919TierMaterialNotes1LeafStarting tier; basic shelter2StickSimple wood construction3BarkSturdier wood construction4PlankRefined wood; cleaner appearance5StoneDurable stone construction6Stone/TimberCombined materials; strongest tier available2121In the demo, not all material types have complete piece coverage. Some corner walls and roof variants are limited to certain tiers. Building recipes unlock through resource discovery as you find new materials (copper, hardwood, etc.) and special recipe items at points of interest.2222Architectural Styles2424The October 2025 Galaxies show introduced old-world estate building sets inspired by Spanish and British mansions of the era, reimagined to fit the game's pirate tone. Each building set is planned to reflect its biome, so outposts across the Archipelago feel naturally rooted in their surroundings.2626Merchant Stalls2828Three buildable merchant stalls provide access to goods at your base. Each requires a Merchant Contract item, a roof, and must be within Bonfire range. Merchants sell goods for piastres (the in-game currency). Advanced goods unlock after clearing threats on the island.3030Merchant: Animal Products3232CategoryGoodsBasicCrab Meat, Fowl, Dodo Egg, FeatherAdvanced (after clearing threats)Meat, Rough Hide, Hog Tusk, Grease, Wolf Fang, Mountain Goat Horn, Bezoar3434Merchant: Food3535CategoryGoodsBasicCoconutAdvanced (after clearing threats)Banana, Sweet Potato, Cayenne Pepper, and the seeds for those crops after Coastal Jungle threats are cleared. Lime, Aloe, Corn, Tomato, Flax, and their seeds join after Foothills threats are cleared3737Merchant: Natural Resources3838CategoryGoodsBasicWood, Stone, Clay, Plant FiberAdvanced (after clearing threats)Sulfur, Hardwood, Tree Bark4040Outpost Network4141As players explore the archipelago, they can establish outposts on different islands. Each outpost starts with a Bonfire and can be expanded with crafting stations, storage, and defense structures. Having outposts spread across multiple islands reduces travel time and provides safe havens in dangerous regions. Up to 10 Fast Travel Points can be placed at the same time, enabling instant travel between outposts.4343NPC Workforce4545A small group of NPCs becomes available at your base as you progress. They can assist with tasks such as gathering resources or crafting essential items and gear, "for a price." Crew management is described as a major component where players "recruit companions who help with harvesting resources, crafting and combat, reinforcing the fantasy of commanding a pirate crew rather than surviving alone."4747Devblog #2 confirmed that "wanderers, merchants, quest-givers, or would-be crewmates" will occasionally arrive at your settlement. You can recruit them to help gather materials, craft gear, and support your progression. These visitors are described as "the first step toward a broader crew system" that will eventually "forge connections between land-based NPCs and ship roles."4949Crafting Stations5151Settlements support a wide range of crafting stations (all requiring Bonfire range):5353CategoryStationsCrafting and UtilitiesWorkbench, Tool Shelf, Sawhorse, ToolboxCookingCooking Fire, Cutting Table, Cookware Shelf, Supplies RackAlchemyAlchemy Table, Stove and Pot, Distiller, Reagent TableArmor and ClothesArmor and Clothing Workshop, Material Rack, Shoemaker's BenchWeapons and ShipsWeaponsmith Workshop, Anvil, Bellows, Shipwright's WorkshopJewelleryJewellery Table, Jeweller's BenchRefiningLarge Smelting Furnace, Charcoal Kiln, Millstones, Smelting Furnace, Spinning Wheel, Tanning Rig, Enchanting TableFarmingFarming-related buildings (Seedbeds, ground planters, farming equipment)StorageStorage and bed items (chests, crates, barrels, beds, shelving)Decorations293 decoration items for the comfort system5555Quality of Life5656A standout feature praised by demo players: you can access stored base resources directly at crafting stations without needing items in your personal inventory. Anything stored inside your base can be utilized at any time from any station within Bonfire range. The Disassembly Bench recovers 100% of materials from dismantled equipment and buildings.5858Defensive Structures6060Players can build walls, floors, roofs, and other structural pieces to fortify their settlements. Since Blackbeard's undead forces roam the archipelago, the full extent of base defense mechanics will become clearer during Early Access.
