In the world of ARK: Survival Evolved, a metal axe is an essential tool that allows you to gather resources more efficiently and defend yourself against hostile creatures. Crafting a metal axe requires a few key ingredients and a blueprint, but the benefits it offers make it well worth the effort.
To make a metal axe, you will first need to gather the necessary resources. You will need 5 metal ingots, 20 hide, and 10 wood. Metal ingots can be crafted at a forge using metal ore, which can be found in abundance throughout the game world. Hide can be obtained by killing and harvesting certain creatures, while wood can be collected from trees using a pickaxe or hatchet.
Once you have gathered the required resources, you will need to find a blueprint for the metal axe. Blueprints can be obtained from various sources, including loot drops, supply crates, and crafting stations. Once you have a blueprint, navigate to your crafting menu and select the metal axe option. If you have all the necessary resources and the blueprint, you will be able to craft the metal axe.
With your newly crafted metal axe in hand, you will be able to gather resources more efficiently than ever before. Use it to chop down trees for wood, mine rocks and metal nodes for ore, and harvest hide from fallen creatures. The metal axe also deals more damage than its primitive counterparts, making it a useful tool for defending yourself against aggressive dinosaurs and other players.
Remember, the metal axe is just the beginning. As you progress in ARK: Survival Evolved, you will unlock new and more powerful tools and weapons. So, don’t hesitate to upgrade your arsenal and continue your survival journey in this thrilling prehistoric world.
Gathering the necessary resources
Before you can craft a metal axe in Ark: Survival Evolved, you will need to gather a variety of resources. Here are the materials you will need:
1. Metal
To obtain metal, you can either find it in the world or smelt other metal items. The most efficient way to gather metal is by mining metal nodes found in caves, mountains, or along the coastlines. Use a pickaxe to harvest the metal from these nodes.
2. Wood
You will also need wood to craft a metal axe. Gather wood by using a hatchet to chop down trees. The larger the tree, the more wood you will receive. Look for dense forests or areas with a high concentration of trees.
3. Hide
In addition to metal and wood, you will need hide to craft a metal axe. Hide can be obtained by killing various creatures in the game, such as dinosaurs or other players. Use a tool with higher harvesting effectiveness, like a metal or chainsaw, to gather hide more efficiently.
Once you have gathered enough metal, wood, and hide, you will be ready to craft your metal axe. Head to a forge or smithy and select the metal axe from the crafting menu. Make sure you have the necessary resources in your inventory, and click on the crafting button to create your metal axe.
Note: Crafting a metal axe requires a certain level of technology and engrams. Make sure you have unlocked the necessary engrams and have reached the required level before attempting to craft a metal axe.
Collecting metal ore
To make a metal axe in ark, you will need to collect metal ore. Metal ore is a valuable resource that can be found throughout the ark world. Here are some methods for collecting metal ore:
1. Mining rocks
One of the most common ways to collect metal ore is by mining rocks. Look for large rocks with metal veins or shiny, metallic appearances. Equip a stone pick or better tool and hit the rocks to gather metal ore. Keep in mind that metal rocks are usually found in the mountains or near caves.
2. Smelting alternative resources
If you don’t have access to metal rocks or just want to increase your metal ore production, you can smelt alternative resources that contain metal. For example, you can smelt raw metal into metal ingots. This can be done using a refining forge or industrial forge. Make sure to gather other resources like wood or thatch to fuel the forge.
Here is a list of alternative resources you can smelt for metal ore:
- Raw metal
- Broken flint
- Metal tools or weapons
- Broken metal tools or weapons
Smelting alternative resources can be a great way to gather metal ore if you are having trouble finding metal rocks or need a quick supply.
Remember, collecting metal ore can be a time-consuming process, so it’s a good idea to bring a dinosaur with a high carrying capacity to help transport larger quantities. With enough metal ore, you will be able to craft a metal axe and unlock the next tier of tools and weapons in ark.
Gathering wood and thatch
In ARK: Survival Evolved, gathering wood and thatch is an essential part of crafting a metal axe. Here are some methods you can use to obtain these resources:
1. Using a Metal Pickaxe
The most efficient way to gather wood and thatch is by using a metal pickaxe. Simply equip the metal pickaxe and find a tree or a thatch-rich object. Use the attack button to hit the object and collect the resources that drop.
2. Using a Metal Hatchet
Another tool that you can use to gather wood and thatch is the metal hatchet. While it may not be as efficient as the metal pickaxe, it can still get the job done. Equip the metal hatchet and attack a tree or a thatch-rich object to collect the resources.
3. Using a Dinosaur
If you have tamed a dinosaur that has the ability to gather resources, you can use it to collect wood and thatch. Ride the dinosaur and command it to attack trees or thatch-rich objects. The dinosaur will automatically gather the resources for you.
Remember, the more you hit a tree or a thatch-rich object, the more wood and thatch you will gather. It’s also worth noting that certain creatures or tools may provide a higher yield of resources.
Once you have gathered enough wood and thatch, you can proceed to the next step in crafting a metal axe.
Building a forge
In order to make a metal axe in Ark, you will first need to build a forge. The forge is a crucial structure that allows you to smelt metals and create more advanced tools and weapons.
Here are the steps to building a forge:
- Gather the necessary resources. You will need 125 wood, 185 stone, and 35 flint.
- Find a suitable location for your forge. It should be a flat area with enough space for the structure.
- Craft the forge blueprint. You can do this in your inventory by selecting the “Engrams” tab and searching for “forge”.
- Place the forge blueprint in your hotbar and select it.
- Find your desired location and press the corresponding button to place the forge.
- Once the forge is placed, gather more resources to fuel it. You will need a mix of wood and thatch.
- Approach the forge and interact with it to access its inventory.
- Place the resources you gathered into the forge’s inventory. You will need to add fuel as well.
- Wait for the forge to smelt the metals. This process takes some time, so be patient.
- Once the metals are smelted, you can use them to craft a metal axe.
Building a forge is an essential step in progressing through the game and unlocking more advanced tools and weapons. Make sure to gather the necessary resources and find a suitable location before starting the construction process.
Crafting and placing a forge
In order to craft a metal axe in Ark, you will first need to build a forge. A forge is an essential item for smelting metal and crafting more advanced tools and structures.
To craft a forge, you will need the following resources:
- 25 metal ingots
- 65 stone
- 20 wood
- 15 thatch
Once you have gathered the necessary resources, you can craft the forge in your inventory or in a smithy. Simply select the forge blueprint and choose the crafting option. The crafting process will take a few moments to complete.
Once the forge is crafted, you can place it in your desired location. To do this, open your inventory and select the forge from your items. Then, choose the placement option and find a suitable spot to put the forge.
It’s important to note that the forge is a large structure and will require a flat surface to be placed. Additionally, it’s recommended to place the forge indoors or in a well-protected area, as it can be damaged or destroyed by other players or creatures.
Once the forge is placed, you can start using it to smelt metal and craft a metal axe. Simply interact with the forge and choose the appropriate options to begin smelting and crafting.
Now that you have learned how to craft and place a forge, you can continue your journey towards creating a metal axe and advancing in your Ark adventures.
Fueling the forge
Once you have gathered all the necessary resources to craft a metal axe, you will need to fuel the forge in order to smelt the metal ingots.
Gathering fuel
The forge requires fuel to operate, and the most commonly used fuel source is wood. Fortunately, wood is abundant in the world of Ark, and can be obtained by chopping down trees with any type of axe.
Pro tip: Using a metal or a higher tier axe will yield more wood per tree.
It is important to gather enough wood to keep the forge running, as the smelting process can be quite resource-intensive. Make sure to collect a large amount of wood before starting the metal smelting process to avoid any interruptions.
Filling the forge
Once you have gathered enough wood, open your inventory and locate the forge. You can find the forge in the crafting section of your inventory or in your base if you have already placed it there.
Pro tip: Make sure the forge is placed in a safe location away from any potential threats, as it can be vulnerable to attacks from aggressive creatures.
To fill the forge with wood, simply drag and drop the wood from your inventory into the forge’s inventory. The amount of wood required will depend on the amount of metal you want to smelt.
Note: The forge has a weight limit, so make sure not to overload it with too much wood or other resources.
Once the forge is filled with wood, you can ignite it by pressing the “Activate” button. The forge will then start consuming the wood as fuel, and you can proceed with smelting the metal ingots required for crafting a metal axe.
Keep an eye on the forge’s inventory as well as the fuel consumption rate to ensure a smooth smelting process. Remember to gather more wood as needed to keep the forge running.
Smelting the metal
Once you have gathered enough metal ore, you can smelt it in a forge to create metal ingots. Here is the process of smelting the metal:
- Place the metal ore in the forge’s inventory.
- Activate the forge and wait for the metal ore to smelt.
- Monitor the forge’s temperature to ensure the metal is properly smelted.
- Once the metal ore has completely smelted, remove the metal ingots from the forge.
- Store the metal ingots in a storage container for future use.
It is important to note that smelting metal requires a steady supply of fuel, such as wood or thatch, to maintain the forge’s temperature. Make sure to gather enough fuel before starting the smelting process.
The amount of metal ingots you will receive from smelting the metal ore depends on the quality of the ore and the efficiency of your forge. With enough metal ingots, you can craft a metal axe and other advanced tools and structures.
Now that you know how to smelt metal, you are one step closer to creating a metal axe in Ark. Happy smelting!
