Learn where to find Thick Hide from tough beasts like Rhinos and Elephants in Conan Exiles, and how to craft Thick Leather using a Tannery. Essential for armor and saddles!
Alright, so you're looking to get your hands on some Thick Leather in Conan Exiles, huh? It's a pretty crucial material, especially for upgrading your gear and making those sweet saddles for your mounts. Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it sounds, but you will need to hunt down some bigger game.
First things first, Thick Leather is made from Thick Hide. You get Thick Hide by taking down some of the tougher animals in the game. Think Rhinos, Elephants, Bears, and Elk – basically, anything bigger than those little hyenas you start out with. You'll want to have at least Iron weapons, preferably better, before you go hunting these guys.
Now, where do you find these beasts? Rhinos are a good starting point. They're pretty common in the Savanna biome, which isn't too far from where you begin your journey. They're not as aggressive as some of the other big critters, making them a slightly easier target. Once you've taken one down, just use a knife to harvest the Thick Hide. If you happen to be playing on the Isle of Siptah, you'll often find Rhinos roaming around the central parts of the map.
Once you've got your Thick Hide, head back to your base and pop it into a Tannery. It's a 1:1 conversion, so every Thick Hide you put in will give you one Thick Leather. As a nice little bonus, you'll also get some Tar as a byproduct, which is handy for other crafting recipes.
What Can You Make with Thick Leather?
Thick Leather is super versatile. Its main uses are for upgrading your armor and weapons, and, as I mentioned, crafting saddles so you can ride those tames. But that's not all! It's a key ingredient in a bunch of other recipes too. Here’s a look at some of the cool stuff you can craft:
| Recipe | Item Cost |
| Advanced Armor Flexibility Kit | x10 Thick Leather, x10 Hardened Steel Bar |
| Master Armor Repair Kit | x14 Thick Leather, x10 Hardened Steel Bar, x5 Twine |
| Heavy Padding | x40 Thick Leather |
| Leather Pouch | x2 Thick Leather, x5 Alchemical Base, x1 Sacrificial Blood in a flask, x1 Weathered Skull |
| Survivor’s Waterskin | x5 Thick Leather, x5 Vines |
| Hardened Leather | x2 Thick Leather, x5 Leather, x2 Alchemical Base, x5 Oil |
| Leather Bindings | x3 Thick Leather |
| Thick Armor Plating | x10 Thick Leather, x5 Twine |
| Heavy-weight Truncheon | x15 Thick Leather, x30 Hardened Steel Bar, x4 Shaped Wood |
| Armorer’s Benches | x100 Thick Leather, x200 Hardened Brick, x100 Insulated Wood, x100 Steel Reinforcement |
As you can see, Thick Leather is essential for making repair kits to keep your gear in tip-top shape, and it's a building block for many other useful items. Seriously, always try to keep a good stock of Thick Leather on hand – you'll be glad you did!
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