Learn how to craft Gruel in Conan Exiles using Plant Fibers and Seeds. Discover its uses for Thralls, pets, and various Fodder recipes to buff your companions.
Alright, let's talk about Gruel in Conan Exiles. It's one of those super basic early-game items, and honestly, it's not going to do much for you directly. But don't dismiss it just yet – it's actually pretty important for your Thralls and pets!
How to Make Gruel:
You can whip up Gruel right from the start, as soon as you've got a basic Campfire. Just toss in 5 Plant Fibers and 1 Seed. Seriously, that's it. It's one of the cheapest things to craft, so you can make a ton of it super easily. Just a heads-up, though: it spoils after about 1 hour and 20 minutes, and it barely heals you or fills your hunger/thirst stats.
What Gruel is Actually Good For:
So, why bother with something so weak for yourself? The real magic of Gruel is for your Thralls and pets. While it only gives you a measly 3 health back over 3 seconds and barely touches your hunger and thirst (9 hunger, 4 thirst), it's a different story for your companions. Feeding your Thralls buffs them as they level up, and since Gruel is so cheap and quick to make, it's the go-to for warriors who need that strength boost. You can either give it to them directly or, for a more automated setup, place it in a Thrall Pot. That pot will automatically feed your Thralls as long as you keep it stocked. Plus, even when feeding your Thralls, it still restores a bit of health!
But wait, there's more! Gruel is also a key ingredient in a bunch of other recipes, mostly for making different kinds of Fodder for your pets. Check out this table:
| Recipe | Item Cost |
| Enhanced Gruel | x1 Gruel, x1 Egg, x1 Spice |
| Flavored Gruel | x1 Gruel, x1 Dried Berries, x1 Spice |
| Savory Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
| Sea Salted Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
| Tainted Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
| Totemic Fodder | x1 Gruel, x1 Bone, x1 Blood |
| Turanian Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
| Wartorn Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
| Yamatai Fodder | x1 Gruel, x2 Aloe Vera Leaves, x1 Yellow Lotus Blossom |
These Fodder recipes are where Gruel really shines, especially for your pets. Some Fodders can even change your pet's color, like Wartorn Fodder. If you've got the extra ingredients, making Flavored or Enhanced Gruel is also a good idea since they offer better healing effects. Honestly, outside of these Fodder and pet recipes, Gruel doesn't have a ton of other uses.
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