Mod mechanics

The Blacksmith mod uses a skill based crafting system. The better skill the blacksmith has, the better quality tools he can make. Using this method you can build high quality tools without needing blueprints. The amount of points you put into your crafting skill will affect the quality of the item you can craft. The blacksmith reaches his maximum skill by putting 15 points into crafting skill, and reaching a level 70 character.

Tools now also have a sharpness. Sharpness has an effect on the effectiveness of your tool. This means that a tool will harvest less resources, while you use it. Players need to use the whetstone to keep it in tip top condition. Sharpness is not to be confused with Ark’s standard durability. Your tools will still degrade and breake as usual.

There are 3 tiers of tools in the mod: weak, forged and obsidian enriched. The weak tools can be crafted in the primitive forge, while the others need the advanced forge.

Item list