Shipwright's Workshop

The Shipwright's Workshop is a specialized building station used to construct and repair ships. It must be placed along a shoreline and requires a roof overhead, making site selection an important consideration when planning your coastal base. Ships are essential for exploring distant islands and transporting large quantities of resources.

Building ships requires a significant investment of processed materials, including planks, Nails, Rope, and Fabric from the Workbench, as well as metal fittings from the Smelting Furnace. Larger vessels demand progressively more resources and unlock access to farther, more dangerous waters with richer rewards.

Position the Shipwright's Workshop at a protected stretch of coastline near a Wharf for convenient ship management. Ensure your base has a well-stocked Workbench and Smelting Furnace to supply the Workshop with materials. Building your first ship opens up the exploration game significantly, so prioritize this station once your land-based infrastructure is established.