Iron Production

Iron starts as ore logistics and bloomery discipline before it becomes tools.

StoneQuick Summary

Iron starts as ore logistics and bloomery discipline before it becomes tools.

CopperKey Information

01Ore sources
02Charcoal demand
03Bloomery build
04Bloom handling
05Smithing sequence
06Scaling output

BronzePractical Strategy

Treat this topic as part of a larger survival chain. Gather the inputs before you need them, keep notes on locations and recipes, and avoid spending rare materials until the next step in progression is clear.

IronCommon Mistakes

01Starting too late in the season
02Using scarce materials without a plan
03Ignoring storage and travel time
04Failing to mark useful locations on the map

SteelRelated Planning

Connect this page with your food plan, base location, tool progression and winter preparation. Vintage Story rewards players who build systems instead of chasing one-off wins.