: Craft a Shotgun (3 Iron Bars + 2 Wood) for reliable early-game defense against zombies. Progression Tiers & Mining
Your immediate goal is to secure basic tools and protection before the first night.
This guide covers essential strategies for (version 1.9.8.0), focusing on survival progression, crafting, and biome navigation. Getting Started: The First Day
: Find a cave or mine straight down to locate Coal and Iron .
: Mine 15–20 wood logs immediately. Wood is only found on the surface and is required for sticks and basic weapon frames.
Survival depends on upgrading your gear through seven distinct tiers. Crafting | Castle Miner Z Wiki | Fandom
: Make an Iron Pickaxe (2 Iron Bars + 2 Wood Sticks) as soon as possible. This allows you to mine Gold and Diamond.

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: Craft a Shotgun (3 Iron Bars + 2 Wood) for reliable early-game defense against zombies. Progression Tiers & Mining
Your immediate goal is to secure basic tools and protection before the first night.
This guide covers essential strategies for (version 1.9.8.0), focusing on survival progression, crafting, and biome navigation. Getting Started: The First Day
: Find a cave or mine straight down to locate Coal and Iron .
: Mine 15–20 wood logs immediately. Wood is only found on the surface and is required for sticks and basic weapon frames.
Survival depends on upgrading your gear through seven distinct tiers. Crafting | Castle Miner Z Wiki | Fandom
: Make an Iron Pickaxe (2 Iron Bars + 2 Wood Sticks) as soon as possible. This allows you to mine Gold and Diamond.
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