Tier A build
Forge Master
A material-and-upgrade focused direction built around the gather, forge, upgrade loop.
Why this tier?
The official description explicitly names forge master as a playstyle direction.
Strengths and tradeoffs
Strengths
- Clear long-term progression loop
- Strong synergy with ore farming
- Useful when weapon upgrades are the bottleneck
Tradeoffs
- May need combat support to keep farming efficient
- Requires updated material data for exact optimization
Best for
Crafting routesWeapon collectorsPlayers focused on upgrade planning
Related mechanics
Crafting Loop
The core loop is gather, forge, upgrade: collect crystalized ore and use ancient forges to craft stronger weapons.
Ancient Forges
Ancient forges are the verified upgrade destination for turning gathered materials into powerful weapons.
Crystalized Ore
Crystalized ore is named in the official description as a material collected from defeated monsters and brought to forges.