Kingdom Come: Deliverance II continues Henry of Skalitz's story in a meticulously recreated medieval Bohemia, expanding on the original's commitment to historical realism with improved combat, deeper RPG systems, and a vastly larger world. The sword combat remains the most realistic in gaming, with directional attacks, stamina management, and armor-penetration physics that make every duel feel weighty. New additions include firearms, expanded alchemy, and a more refined reputation system where your appearance, hygiene, and social standing affect every interaction. The game launched in February 2025 to strong reviews praising its ambition and historical authenticity.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Kuttenberg
Key resources: Bailiff's Mace quest, advanced combat training, high-end merchant access Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Mace upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Trosky Castle
Key resources: Warhorse Plate Armor set, castle infiltration quest, noble reputation Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Mace upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Monastery
Key resources: Unique alchemy recipes, monastery quest completion, monk's robe Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Mace upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Silver Mines
Key resources: Silver ore (high value), mining quest rewards, underground shortcut Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Longsword max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Countryside
Key resources: Hunting game for food/money, random encounter loot, wayside shrine fast travel Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Longsword max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Kuttenberg — Trosky Castle)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Mace once accessible
Mid Game (Monastery)
- Push Mace to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Longsword
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Silver Mines — Countryside)
- Max out Longsword — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Monastery farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Train with Captain Bernard until you unlock master strikes. They're the single most important combat technique — a perfect block that automatically counter-attacks.
- Farm Monastery during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Guides
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- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Best Builds
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Tier List
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Walkthrough
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Beginner's Guide
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Tips & Tricks
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Weapons Guide
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Combat Guide
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Boss Guide
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Maps & Locations
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Classes & Characters
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