Objective: Workbench Tier 1 & Bow/Crossbow

Learn how to craft the essential Workbench Tier 1 and your first ranged weapons, the Bow and Crossbow, in Rust. Get your base set up for defense and hunting!

Alright, let's get you set up with the basics in Rust. This section is all about getting your first workbench and your first real ways to defend yourself and hunt from a distance – the Bow and Crossbow. These are super important early game items, so pay attention!

Walkthrough:

1. Gathering Resources: First things first, you need to punch trees for Wood and find Stone nodes (those greyish rocks) to gather Stone. Keep an eye out for Hemp plants too, as you'll need those fibers for crafting later. Just run up to a rock and hold your mouse button down to mine it. For trees, just hit them with your Stone Axe or even your Rock until they break down into Wood.
2. Crafting the Workbench Tier 1: Once you've got a decent amount of Wood and Stone (aim for at least 100 Wood and 50 Stone to be safe), open your inventory and head to the crafting menu. Look for the