Windrose Best Base Locations
Five plots ranked across the four metrics that actually matter in Windrose: water, shore depth, raid risk, and resource overlap.
| # | Location | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driftwood Cove plateau | 9.4 | Beginner spawn area, deep harbor, river water. |
| 2 | PT9 northern shelf | 9.1 | Highest iron + clay density on the map. |
| 3 | Brass Bay headland | 8.5 | Storm shelter, brass + hemp at door. |
| 4 | Saltforge ridge | 7.8 | Best endgame base — heavy raid risk. |
| 5 | Stormwatch terrace | 7.0 | Pretty but no fresh water. |
Building rules to remember
- Foundation must be on dirt/stone — sand foundations decay 2% per day in rain.
- Roof first, walls second. Reverse order causes water damage to stored items.
- Workbench needs covered ceiling or it stops accepting crafting.