Skull and Bones (Civilian Specialized Materials)-Wood Tar
Wood Tar is indeed a Civilian Specialized Material in Skull and Bones, used for various crafting purposes. However, my previous response contained some inaccurate information about its specific uses. Here’s the corrected and updated information:
Uses of Wood Tar:
Ship Maintenance: Wood Tar is primarily used for ship maintenance, playing a crucial role in:
Hull preservation: Regular application of Wood Tar helps protect your ship’s hull from water damage and decay.
Preventing leaks: Sealing small cracks and gaps in your ship’s hull prevents water intrusion and potential sinking.
Aesthetic upkeep: Wood Tar can be used to darken and enrich the appearance of your ship’s wooden surfaces.
Crafting: While not a major component, Wood Tar might be used in:
Crafting certain ship upgrades: Some mid-tier armor plating or specialized equipment might require small amounts of Wood Tar.
Creating specific weapon recipes: Certain weapon crafting recipes might utilize Wood Tar in small quantities.
Acquisition of Wood Tar:
Gathering: Unlike other Civilian Specialized Materials, Wood Tar is not found in mining nodes. Instead, you can acquire it through:
Purchasing: Certain merchants and outposts, particularly those specializing in ship supplies, sell Wood Tar. However, expect limited stock and moderate prices.
Completing quests: Some quests and contracts, especially those focused on ship maintenance or resource gathering, might reward you with Wood Tar as a completion bonus.
Looting: While uncommon, dismantling high-tier ship parts or equipment occasionally yields Wood Tar.
Tips for Acquiring and Utilizing Wood Tar:
Prioritize purchasing Wood Tar from merchants when available, as gathering options are limited.
Focus on completing quests and contracts that offer Wood Tar as rewards.
Use Wood Tar strategically for regular ship maintenance to ensure your vessel stays in top condition.
Be mindful of the amount of Wood Tar you use for crafting, as it’s not as readily available as other materials.