Tools

Tools are items that make one's life easier. Some tools can be [a]pplied, others are used in making new items

For use in making items

 * Cord. This can be used when the object requires 'Tying Equipment'. It is not, however, a replacement for rope.
 * Rope. This is required for some of the heavier items, such as rafts. It can also act as a leash for animals.

Tools you can make

 * Sesta. This can be used to move a raft or punt, however only in shallow water near to the shore
 * Paddle. This can be used to move a raft or punt. Unlike the sesta, this can be used in deep water and rapids
 * Torch. This is essential for exploring caves as it will provide light.
 * Cords and ropes as above. Making cords is simple and all fabrics (skins and clothes, etc) can be used. Making ropes will require leather skins (not clothes).
 * Various traps such as loop snares and fox traps. The advantage of these traps is that they can be prefabricated and simply applied into position.
 * Skis and Ski sticks. These will decrease the fatigue experienced by moving around in the snow.

Tools by trade (or otherwise)

 * Shovel. This is required to use the agriculture skill. This can also be used to dig holes, which can be used to make traps.
 * Fishing rod and nets. These will make catching a fish more likely when using the fishing skill. They are, however, not a requirement.
 * Candles and lamps. These can be used like the torch, but will last for much longer. Unfortunetly the lamp will require oil, which can be hard to come by.
 * Hunting Horn. This is listed as a tool. It is hard to find in the unreal world, and has no apparent use. It is rumoured to increase the chance of meeting animals, but there is no evidence for it.