Items, Tonics & Pre-Ride Prep
What to craft, carry, and stash in your village chest before leaving — paired with the Routes guide.
Always carry
- Hay + berries — mood and hunger buffer on long legs.
- Bandages / healing tonics — injuries tank mood fast.
- Use the village storage chest — don't overload saddlebags with crafting mats.
| Biome / threat | Craft / bring | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Snow / mountains | Cold-resistance tonics | Cold drain on health & stamina |
| Desert / open heat | Heat tonics, extra water plan | Heat penalties + Drinker trait pain |
| Rivers / swamps | Strength-trained horse, lighter load | Mud exhaustion, poison risk |
| Storms (any biome) | Shorter legs, camp saves | FPS stutter + Wind Spooked mood crash |
Quest items cannot be dropped — plan bag space before pickup. See FAQ.