The best base locations in Way of Winter scenario of Once Human are in Mouseville Urban and Chasm Obsidian in Onyx Tundra, Bright Sea and Hiverail Danger Zone in Vena Fjord, and Land of Shadows and Fire God Danger Zone in Ember Strand. Learn the best base locations in Way of Winter and what makes these spots ideal for building a base!

Best Base Locations in Way of Winter

Onyx Tundra - Mousseville Urban

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Access to water and the ocean for hydration and salt ・Abundant wildlife and plant life for food and crafting ・Temperate climate makes for a comfortable environment ・Ideal for sealskin farming	・Uneven ground makes building a bit tricky ・Lower-level zone

Mousseville Urban in Onyx Tundra is a great spot for base building, especially in the earlier phases of the game. It offers easy access to water and the ocean, providing both hydration and salt. The abundant wildlife and plant life make it perfect for gathering food and resources, while the temperate climate ensures a comfortable environment. Plus, there’s a sealskin farming spot nearby, which is a valuable resource. However, the uneven ground can make construction a bit tricky, and it’s a lower-level zone, so it’s best suited for when you’re just starting out or focusing on gathering and survival.

Best Seal Farming Location

Onyx Tundra - Chasm Obsidian

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Temperate climate for a comfortable living environment ・Some Tungsten available for crafting higher-tier gear ・Cold Rock Ore ・Abundant wildlife and plant life for food and crafting materials	・Lower-level zone

Chasm Obsidian in Onyx Tundra is for early-game survival, with a temperate climate that makes it feel like home without the extreme heat or cold. You’ll find some Tungsten to help level up your gear, plus Cold Rock Ore to keep things interesting. The area is teeming with wildlife and plant life, giving you plenty of food and materials to work with. However, since it's a low-level zone, it's better for gathering resources and building your foundation rather than diving into endgame projects. Perfect for getting your feet wet without too much heat!

Onyx Tundra Region Guide

Vena Fjord - Bright Sea

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Abundant plant life and wildlife ・Plenty of flat land for building ・Access to the sea for salt ・Temperate and scenic ・Close to bear farming spot	・No Tungsten deposits ・Lower-level zone ・Somewhat remote

This one's a solid choice, especially in early to mid-game stages. Its flat terrain makes for easy territory construction, and with abundant plant life and wildlife, gathering food and resources is straightforward. The location also provides access to the sea, giving you a reliable salt source, and it’s conveniently near the Sea of Floating Ice, which is the best bear skin farming spot, which is great for resisting Northern Nalcott's cold.

Although it lacks Tungsten deposits and sits in a lower-level zone, the temperate, scenic environment makes it a peaceful and practical base-building spot, especially for beginners.

Best Bear Farming Spots

Vena Fjord - Hiverail Danger Zone

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Abundant wildlife and plant life ・Access to a river for water supply ・Comfortable, temperate climate ・Cold Rock Ore for crafting	・No Tungsten deposits ・Lower-level zone

Vena Fjord’s Hiverail Danger Zone is a great spot to kickstart your base-building adventure, especially in the early game. With plenty of wildlife and plant life, gathering food and resources is a breeze, and the river access ensures a steady water supply. The temperate climate keeps things comfortable, and Cold Rock Ore is perfect for crafting. Sure, it's a lower-level zone with no Tungsten, but it makes up for it with its scenic beauty and resource-rich potential. It’s the kind of place that’ll make your base feel as cozy as it is practical!

Vena Fjord Region Guide

Ember Strand - Land of Shadows

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Lots of flat land ・Abundant Tungsten deposits ・Hot Rock Ore ・Stardust Pollution	・Blistering temperature ・Not so pretty ・Limited vegetation ・Scant wildlife ・Stardust Pollution

Not the prettiest spot, but perfect for mid- to late-game needs! The flat terrain is ideal for building around a Thermal Tower, and you'll find plenty of Tungsten for high-level gear and Hot Rock Ore aplenty. Just watch out for the intense heat and the sparse vegetation, trees, and wildlife—food options are limited here.

Also, the pollution is a double-edged sword: while it might make your sanity take a dive if you're not prepared, it also provides access to valuable resources like Stardust Ore and Deviated Plants. So, you'll have to weigh the benefits and risks before settling in!

Ember Strand Region Guide

Ember Strand - Fire God Danger Zone

World View	Map Location
PROS	CONS
・Expansive flat land ideal for base construction ・Abundant Tungsten deposits for high-level gear ・Temperate climate in a high-level zone	・Sparse wildlife and plant life, limiting food sources ・Rough, uneven terrain makes travel by cars and motorcycles trickye

This s a high-level hotspot for those ready to build big and craft even bigger. The flat land is perfect for setting up a Thermal Tower and sprawling territories around it, and wih tons rich tungsten deposits, you’ll have all the materials needed for top-tier gear. The temperate climate makes it perfect for late-game resources, but don’t expect a buffet—wildlife and plant life are pretty scarce. And while the terrain might give your car or motorcycle a bumpy ride, the rewards here make it well worth the rough journey.

What Makes a Good Base Location in Way of Winter

What Makes a Good Base Location in Way of Winter
Acceptable Temperature Water, Wildlife, and Plantlife Flat Lands for Thermal Towers Safety from Colossal Chaosweavers Access to Tungsten Pollution for Stardust Ore, Deviated Plants, and Acid-Farming

Acceptable Temperature

In Way of Winter’s Northern Nalcott, temperature is a relentless killer. It’s all too easy to freeze to death while crafting your weapon or even just working in your own base. And it’s not just the cold you need to worry about—the heat can bake you alive just as easily. When choosing a location, make sure it’s somewhere that won’t turn you into a popsicle or a human oven in the middle of a project.

Look for a place where the temperature won’t constantly threaten your survival, so you can focus on building and crafting without the fear of freezing solid or frying to a crisp!
Temperature Guide

Water, Wildlife, and Plantlife

Surviving the cold and heat is only part of the challenge—food and hydration are just as crucial. You’ll need to find a reliable water source, and luckily, some plants, like Spikematoes, Polar Peppers, Sunny Ginger and Ice Melons, can help with both sustenance and temperature regulation. Animals are another valuable resource, providing food as well as hides that help protect you from extreme temperatures. These hides can be crafted into armor to keep you warm in the freezing cold or shield you from the scorching heat.

A solid base location should give you easy access to water, food, and some temperature-savvy plants to keep you going no matter what the weather throws at you.

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Flat Lands for Thermal Towers

Thermal Towers are a big deal in Way of Winter, offering powerful buffs to territories that can really give you an edge. To make the most of them, you’ll want to pick a spot with plenty of flat land. This gives you and your Hive ample space to build out your territories around the tower, allowing you to maximize the buffs it provides.

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Safety from Colossal Chaosweavers

Colossal Chaosweavers are massive, mysterious living machines that bring chaos wherever they roam. Wherever they appear, blizzards or volcanic storms follow, making survival a nightmare. As the seasons progress, these terrifying machines get stronger and more frequent, and if one spawns right on top of your base... it’s game over. These machine titans will pulverize your base to smithereens.

All Chaosweaver Spawnpoints

To avoid having your hard work reduced to rubble, it's best to select base locations where Colossal Chaosweavers don’t spawn. A safe zone away from these monstrous machines ensures you can focus on building and surviving without constantly worrying about your base being wiped out by a storm of chaos!

Way of Winter Interactive Map

Access to Tungsten

Tungsten is a crucial resource for crafting high-level gear and endgame facilities in Way of Winter. Having easy access to Tungsten can save you a lot of time and effort, especially when you're gearing up for tougher challenges. When choosing a base location, look for areas rich in Tungsten deposits—it’ll make crafting and upgrading a whole lot easier and faster when you reach mid-game to end-game.

Best Tungsten Farm Location

Pollution for Stardust Ore, Deviated Plants, and Acid-Farming

Pollution in Once Human is a double-edged sword. On the downside, unless you have gear resistant to Stardust Pollution, it’ll rapidly drain your sanity, reducing your health. But on the upside, pollution opens up access to some powerful resources. Startrace Ore, which can be mined and turned into Stardust Ore, and Deviated Plants can all be mined and harvested in polluted zones, giving you valuable materials for crafting and upgrading. Plus, with advanced facilities, you can even farm Acid, which you will need for almost everything.

It’s a risky choice, but if you’re prepared, pollution can be a goldmine for those who know how to handle it!

How to Farm Acid

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