Iron Ore

Iron Ore is a mining resource found in the Foothills biome of Windrose. Known in-game as Foothills Iron Ore, it appears as harvestable mineral deposits on rocky outcrops and hillsides. Players need a pickaxe to mine it, and deposits can be found throughout the elevated terrain of the Foothills.

Once mined, Iron Ore is smelted into Iron Ingots at a furnace. Iron Ingots are a core crafting material used in a broad range of weapons, tools, armor, and building components. Progressing through the mid-game without a steady iron supply is extremely difficult.

Players should establish efficient mining routes through the Foothills to maximize their Iron Ore collection per trip. Since iron is consumed in large quantities across many crafting disciplines, maintaining a surplus is always advisable. Pairing mining runs with Aloe Leaf gathering in nearby meadows makes for productive Foothills expeditions.