Quick answer
Use twig for layout, then upgrade the pieces that define security and stability. Every grade changes material needs and upkeep. If required upkeep runs out, affected building parts begin to decay, with exposed outer layers generally failing before the protected core.
Step-by-step plan
- Finish the footprint before expensive upgrades.
- Identify entrance, Tool Cupboard, and exposed structural pieces.
- Upgrade in an order that removes the easiest failure path.
- Add each required material to the Tool Cupboard.
- Inspect protection time after the final grade change.
Twig is planning material
Leaving a finished base in twig makes the layout easy to remove. Use it to confirm geometry, then upgrade the pieces you intend to keep.
Mixed grades need mixed upkeep
The Tool Cupboard lists the materials demanded by the actual structure. Running out of one material can affect the pieces that depend on it.
Expansion changes the bill
A design copied from a video may be affordable to build but expensive to keep. Treat upkeep as a recurring budget.
Checklist
- Footprint finished
- Weak path identified
- Critical pieces upgraded
- All upkeep materials stored
- Protection time reviewed
What to verify before acting
- Exact decay durations can change.
- Use the current Tool Cupboard display for your base.