Tools of survival Learn gathering materials and crafting tools
- Objectives
- 6
- Rewards
- 0
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
This is a good opportunity to learn new skills
- Objectives
- 61 optional
- Type
- Main questVillage
- Starts after
- Bed and breakfast
- Leads to
- The Deer Hunter
Objectives, step by step
Game dataThe quest's own objective text in play order, with the item, structure, animal or character each step points at.
- Go to · OptionalGo to Boulder's Spot
- Open storageOpen locked chest
Data: Permafrost Early Access preview build 0.44.2.4552-playtest — refreshed at the Oct 9 launch. How we source this
Items this quest asks for
Game data2 items are needed along the way; here is the quickest known source for each.
| Item | Where it comes from |
|---|---|
| The Mule · 15 BucksCraftable: 2× Stone, 4× Wood | |
| Mined from Brick Object Big node (5–6 per node)Quality Crate (Tier 1) · 20% |
Track Tools of survival step by step
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- Recordings & achievements
- Synced to your account

Journal entries
Game dataWhat your character writes in the journal as the quest progresses.
I must have lost my belongings during the accident. I should try crafting new ones.
I managed to make a pickaxe. Time to test it out.
The pickaxe works well. Next, I’ll craft an axe.
I noticed a locked chest in the shed. If I make a shiv, I might be able to open it.
I handed the resources to Robyn. Time to see what she wants me to do next.
Place in the Main story
Tools of survival is quest 13 of 37 in the Main story, a line of 217 objectives in total.
- Any Way The Wind Blows · 4 objectives — Repair the windmill
- Bed and breakfast · 6 objectives — Light the brazier
- Tools of survival · 6 objectives — Learn gathering materials and crafting tools
- The Deer Hunter · 8 objectives — Gather ingredients and cook a warm meal.
- Electric Sheeps · 6 objectives — Find and repair the cleaning robot
Before and after
Where this quest sits in its chain.
- Starts after
- Bed and breakfast
- Leads to
- The Deer Hunter
Tools of survival is a Main quest in the Village chain of Permafrost with 6 objectives (5 required). It starts with “Craft Stone Axe” and ends with “Open locked chest”. It follows Bed and breakfast and leads into The Deer Hunter.
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Tools of survival FAQ
How do I complete Tools of survival?
Work through its 6 objectives in order: start with “Craft Stone Axe” and finish with “Open locked chest”. 1 steps are optional.
What comes after Tools of survival?
Finishing Tools of survival starts The Deer Hunter.
How do I unlock Tools of survival?
Tools of survival starts once you finish Bed and breakfast.
Is Tools of survival a main quest?
Tools of survival is a Main quest in the Village chain.