Sons of the Forest: Complete Crafting Recipes & Weapons Guide
Master the art of survival crafting with comprehensive recipes for all weapons, tools, and equipment. Learn upgrade paths, material optimizations, and crafting strategies to dominate the cannibal-infested peninsula.
Crafting System Overview
Sons of the Forest features an extensive crafting system that allows you to create everything from basic survival tools to advanced weaponry using materials found throughout the peninsula. Understanding crafting mechanics is key to survival and progression.
Crafting Interface & Mechanics
🎒 Inventory Crafting
Quick crafting from inventory using basic materials. Limited to simple items and repairs.
🛠️ Workbench Crafting
Advanced crafting at dedicated workstations. Required for complex items and upgrades.
⚡ Quick Craft Slots
Assign frequently used recipes to quick-access slots for rapid crafting in emergencies.
📖 Recipe Discovery
Learn new recipes through experimentation, finding blueprints, or progressing the story.
Weapon Crafting Categories
Melee Weapons
| Weapon | Recipe | Damage | Speed | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crafted Club | Stick ×2, Rope ×1 | 15 | Medium | Basic early weapon, breaks easily |
| Stone Axe | Stick ×1, Stone ×1, Rope ×1 | 20 | Slow | Dual-purpose tool/weapon |
| Spear | Stick ×2, Knife ×1 | 25 | Medium | Throwable, good range |
| Spiked Bat | Baseball Bat, Nails ×10 | 35 | Medium-Fast | Bleed effect, durable |
| Machete | Machete Blade, Tape ×2 | 40 | Fast | High bleed chance, versatile |
| Fire Axe | Fire Axe Head, Handle | 45 | Slow | High damage, breaks doors |
| Chainsaw | Chainsaw Unit, Gasoline | 60 | Very Fast | Continuous damage, fuel required |
Ranged Weapons
🏹 Crafted Bow
Stick ×2, Rope ×1, Cloth ×1
Damage: 25, Range: Medium
Silent, reusable arrows
🎯 Modern Bow
Compound Bow Frame, String ×2
Damage: 35, Range: Long
Higher accuracy, faster draw
🔫 Slingshot
Stick ×1, Rubber ×2, Cloth ×1
Damage: 10, Range: Short
Uses rocks, silent, good for hunting
💣 Crafted Explosives
Circuit Board ×1, Wires ×2, Alcohol ×1
Damage: 80, Range: Throw
Area damage, resource intensive
Ammunition & Consumables
Arrow & Bolt Types
| Ammunition | Recipe | Damage Modifier | Special Effects | Best Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Arrow | Stick ×1, Feather ×2 | ×1.0 | Standard damage | General use, hunting |
| Stone Arrow | Stick ×1, Stone ×1, Feather ×2 | ×1.2 | Increased damage | Armored enemies |
| Fire Arrow | Arrow ×1, Cloth ×1, Alcohol ×1 | ×1.5 | Burn damage over time | Groups, flammable targets |
| Poison Arrow | Arrow ×1, Poison Mushroom ×2 | ×0.8 | Poison damage over time | High-health targets |
| Explosive Arrow | Arrow ×1, Explosive ×1, Tape ×1 | ×2.0 | Area explosion | Groups, structures |
| Carbon Arrow | Carbon Shaft ×1, Metal Tip ×1 | ×1.8 | High penetration | Heavy armor, mutants |
Tool Crafting & Upgrades
Essential Survival Tools
🔨 Basic Tools
Stone Axe, Repair Tool, Fishing Rod, Torch
Essential for early survival and resource gathering
⚒️ Advanced Tools
Shovel, Pickaxe, Chainsaw, Climbing Axe
Required for progression and accessing new areas
🔧 Upgrade Kits
Tool upgrades for durability, speed, and special abilities
Convert basic tools into high-performance equipment
💡 Utility Items
Flares, GPS, Headlamp, Rebreather
Specialized equipment for specific challenges
Tool Upgrade Paths
- Stone Axe → Iron Axe → Modern Axe: Increasing damage and tree-felling speed
- Basic Bow → Recurve Bow → Compound Bow: Improved accuracy and damage
- Torch → Flashlight → Headlamp: Better illumination and hands-free operation
- Basic Spear → Metal Spear → Electric Spear: Enhanced damage and special effects
Armor & Protective Gear
Armor Crafting Recipes
| Armor Piece | Recipe | Protection | Weight | Special Bonuses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf Armor | Leaves ×10, Rope ×2 | Low | Very Light | Basic camouflage, early game |
| Hide Armor | Animal Hide ×3, Rope ×3 | Medium | Light | Cold resistance, moderate protection |
| Bone Armor | Bones ×15, Rope ×5 | High | Medium | Good vs. melee, intimidating |
| Metal Armor | Metal Sheets ×8, Tape ×10 | Very High | Heavy | Excellent protection, slows movement |
| Modern Armor | Kevlar ×6, Plates ×4 | Extreme | Medium | Best protection, rare materials |
Medical & Survival Items
Healing & Buff Items
🩹 Basic Medical
Bandages, Herbal Poultices, Painkillers
Essential healing for injuries and combat recovery
💊 Advanced Medicine
Antibiotics, Stimpacks, Anti-Venom
Treatment for serious conditions and mutant infections
🍄 Buff Consumables
Energy Drinks, Herbal Teas, Special Mushrooms
Temporary stat boosts and special abilities
🧪 Experimental
Mutant Serums, Experimental Drugs
Powerful effects with potential side effects
Base Building & Construction
Structural Components
- Basic Walls: Logs ×4, Rope ×2 per section
- Reinforced Walls: Logs ×6, Nails ×10, Metal ×2
- Stone Foundations: Stones ×20, Clay ×10 per section
- Roofing: Logs ×3, Leaves ×15 or Metal Sheets ×5
- Doors & Gates: Logs ×2, Hinges ×2, Lock ×1
Furniture & Utilities
| Item | Recipe | Function | Required Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed | Logs ×4, Leaves ×20, Cloth ×5 | Sleep, save game | Basic Crafting |
| Storage | Logs ×3, Nails ×10 | Item storage | Workbench |
| Fireplace | Stones ×15, Clay ×10 | Warmth, cooking | Basic Crafting |
| Workbench | Logs ×6, Nails ×20, Rope ×5 | Advanced crafting | Basic Crafting |
| Drying Rack | Sticks ×10, Rope ×5 | Food preservation | Basic Crafting |
Modern Weapon Attachments
Weapon Modification System
🔍 Optics & Sights
Red Dot, Holographic, Scope, Night Vision
Improve accuracy, target acquisition, and situational awareness
🔫 Barrel Attachments
Suppressor, Compensator, Extended Barrel
Modify sound, recoil, range, and damage characteristics
💡 Underbarrel Options
Flashlight, Laser, Grip, Grenade Launcher
Add utility, stability, or secondary fire options
🎯 Stock & Grip Upgrades
Adjustable Stock, Foregrip, Custom Grip
Improve handling, recoil control, and ergonomics
Crafting Material Sources
Resource Acquisition Guide
| Material | Primary Sources | Secondary Sources | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | Trees, fallen logs | Stick bundles, abandoned structures | Very Common |
| Stone | Ground, river beds | Caves, rocky areas | Common |
| Metal | Wreckage, containers | Caves, abandoned sites | Uncommon |
| Electronics | Modern locations, labs | Maintenance areas, crashed vehicles | Rare |
| Chemicals | Labs, medical facilities | Industrial sites, storage | Rare |
| Special Materials | Mutant drops, secret areas | Story progression, puzzles | Very Rare |
Crafting Efficiency Strategies
Optimization Techniques
- Batch Crafting: Craft multiple items at once to save time
- Material Substitution: Use alternative materials when primary is scarce
- Repair vs. Recraft: Calculate when repair is more efficient than new craft
- Tool Specialization: Maintain specialized tools for different material types
- Resource Cycling: Recycle obsolete equipment for material recovery
Multiplayer Crafting Coordination
Team Crafting Roles
👷 Material Gatherer
Specializes in collecting raw materials efficiently
🔨 Base Crafter
Handles structural components and base construction
⚔️ Weapon Specialist
Crafts and maintains team weapons and ammunition
💊 Medical Officer
Produces healing items and medical supplies
🔧 Tool Technician
Maintains and upgrades tools and equipment
Advanced Crafting Techniques
Expert-Level Crafting
| Technique | Description | Required Skill | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Crafting | Using exact material amounts for perfect items | High | +10% durability, +5% effectiveness |
| Material Fusion | Combining materials for enhanced properties | Very High | Unique material properties |
| Experimental Recipes | Creating new items through experimentation | Expert | Discovery of unique items |
| Mass Production | Efficient large-scale crafting systems | High | Reduced crafting time/cost |
| Quality Crafting | Producing superior-grade items | Master | Legendary item quality |
Troubleshooting Crafting Issues
❌ Missing Recipes
Explore more areas, progress story, experiment with combinations, find blueprints/guides.
⚡ Insufficient Materials
Establish resource routes, recycle old items, trade with team members, explore new areas.
🔧 Crafting Failures
Check material quality, ensure proper workstation, verify recipe requirements, practice skill.
💎 Low-Quality Results
Use higher quality materials, improve crafting skill, use specialized tools, master techniques.
Pro Tip: Always craft multiple of essential items (arrows, bandages, tools) and store them in strategic locations. Establish crafting stations at multiple safe locations to reduce travel time during critical moments!