Upgrading your tier-one equipment is a major milestone when exploring the dangerous backyard environment in Grounded. Acquiring the level 2 axe, formally known as the Insect Axe, unlocks the ability to harvest tougher flora like husky weeds and berries. Understanding how to defeat the necessary creatures and gather crafting ingredients is essential for expanding your base and gear catalog.
Required Crafting Materials for the Insect Axe
To craft the Insect Axe at a workbench, players need specific materials dropped by intermediate enemies. The core recipe requires one Ladybug Head, three Bombardier Parts, and four Silk Ropes. Analyzing any of these items at a Field Station reveals the blueprint if it has not already unlocked via Brainpower level progression.
Where to Track Down Ladybugs and Bombardier Beetles
Ladybugs wander frequently throughout the central Grasslands and near the northern flower beds. Defeating one requires careful blocking or ranged attacks, as their charge attacks inflict substantial damage. Bombardier Beetles inhabit the rocky western regions near the rake, where players must dodge their hazardous acidic spray during combat.
Gathering Web Fiber and Crafting Silk Rope
The remaining ingredient requires players to locate spider webs or smaller web sacks scattered across the yard. Harvesting these webs yields Web Fiber, which must then be processed at a Spinning Wheel to produce Silk Rope. Once all ingredients are assembled, head to your workbench to complete the crafting process.
Utilizing the Level 2 Axe and Further Upgrades
With the Insect Axe equipped, you can harvest sturdy resources including Berry Chunks and Husky Weeds for stronger base construction. Players can also upgrade tool stats at a Smithing Station using specialized sharpening materials to boost output and combat damage. Maintaining upgraded tools ensures smoother exploration as you venture deeper into hostile backyard biomes.
