Blog & In-Depth Guides
Early Access notes, practical checklists, and deep dives into The Last Caretaker's most complex systems.
Complete Skill Tree Guide: All 21 Tiers Ranked
No respec means every point matters. Complete breakdown of all 21 skill tiers with clear priorities. Learn which skills are essential, optional, or low impact. Includes Power Management optimization and playstyle-specific builds.
Beginner's Survival Guide: First 10 Hours Essential Tips
15 things I wish I knew before Hour 10. Avoid wasting your first 5 hours like every new player does. Complete Sanctuary Dock guide, battery management, skill point optimization, and boat setup essentials.
The Lazarus Complex: Complete Power Setup and Human Seed Guide
Practical walkthroughs for diesel generators, solar-wind hybrid setups, human seed timer mechanics, and common troubleshooting traps. Step-by-step setups with clear checkpoints.
More In-Depth Guides Coming Soon
We're working on more deep-dive articles covering advanced base building, resource optimization strategies, and late-game survival techniques.
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Power Grid Calculator
Calculate optimal solar, wind, and battery configurations for any base
Lazarus Calculator
Plan Lazarus Complex power requirements and human seed phases
Resource Calculator
Track material costs for advanced crafting projects
Skill Planner
Optimize your skill progression for efficient progression
Efficiency Calculator
Calculate production rates and optimize resource gathering
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