With the recent Update 5 for *Enshrouded*, numerous enhancements and refinements have been introduced to the game’s building mechanics. Players can now explore unique ways to customize their structures. Among the exciting features, learning how to acquire the Decay Tool and effectively utilize Vines is highly recommended to fully experience the new capabilities.

Acquiring and Utilizing the Decay Tool in *Enshrouded*

To obtain the Decay Tool, you’ll need to interact with the Collector NPC located in your village. The Collector becomes available after you complete the quest titled ‘Explore the Hollow Halls, ’ which is handed out by the Alchemist. After accessing his crafting menu, navigate to the Tools and Components section to find the Decay Tool.

Crafting menu for the decay tool in Enshrouded
Screenshot by Twinfinite

Before crafting the Decay Tool, you will need to gather the following materials:

  • 1 Bronze Bar
  • 1 Limestone
  • 1 Hardwood

Bronze Bars can be produced using a Furnace or Smelter; ensure you collect Copper Bars and Tin Bars beforehand. For Limestone, it is commonly found in the Nomad Highlands and must be mined with a Pickaxe. The Low Meadows serve as an ideal farming location for Limestone. Lastly, to obtain Hardwood, chop down large moss-covered trees located in the Revelwoods area.

Once you have the Decay Tool, experiment with it on various blocks within your base. The tool applies a unique Decayed effect, providing structures with a rugged, ancient ruins appearance. This effect adds an intriguing aesthetic, particularly suited for dungeon-themed bases. Importantly, you can toggle the Decay effect on or off at your discretion, making it a versatile option for customization.

Decay effect applied to a structure using the decay tool
Image via Enshrouded Youtube

Acquiring and Utilizing the Overgrowth Tool in *Enshrouded*

To get your hands on the Overgrowth Tool, speak to the Farmer NPC in your village, which you can access early in the game as part of the main questline. Once unlocked, you can open the crafting menu and scroll down to find the Overgrowth Tool in the Tools and Components section.

Overgrowth Tool crafting options in Enshrouded
Screenshot by Twinfinite

To craft the Overgrowth Tool, you will require the following items:

  • 3 Grilled Penny Buns
  • 3 Goo

Penny Buns, previously known as Red Mushrooms, can be found abundantly in the Springlands region. You might already possess some, so simply head to a campfire to grill them. Goo is

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