The Ultimate Workshop Layout in Nightingale
In Nightingale, crafting is not only about using complex multi-tier materials. Players can also achieve additional effects, unlock unique designs, and expedite production by strategically placing augmentations. However, there are a few things to consider.
Firstly, these augmentations have a limited effect range, visible when placing or moving them. A bluish dashed line indicates the effect's projection towards workstations, and line of sight is crucial. Secondly, each workstation has a limited number of slots for effects. Therefore, it’s not effective to cluster all augmentations in one spot. Also, one augmentation can impact all workbenches within its range (approximately 1.5 foundations).
Workstations also perform better when they are under a roof, well-lit, and warm (by any fire source). After extensive experimentation, I’ve devised an efficient workshop layout that maximizes crafting speed and effect for any item.
Here's a concise blueprint: The workshop is 3x3 foundations, reducing travel time between benches and storage, and enabling augmentation effects without duplication. I suggest constructing a two-story building without an actual floor for ample headroom. The second row of walls should ideally have windows for additional light.
Place a campfire or cooking station at the center for an instant 'well-lit' and 'warming' effect throughout the workshop. Around the central zone, position shelves filled with corresponding augmentations. This setup allows you to temporarily adjust the effects on specific workbenches by moving an augment.
Along the wall perimeter, place all your production and workbenches. In my layout, there are three table saws, three blacksmithing hearts, and double Masonry Bench, allowing for multiple stations for mass production. All other workstation are not that time consuming, so i keep them just 1 copy.
Lastly, for storage, I find utilizing a utilitarian shelf with five Voyager’s steamer trunks most effective. This setup offers extensive storage (up to 200 items) with a minimal footprint. Plus you can organize materials into separate boxes for easy access. Note that once you move the trunks on a shelf, they cannot be placed back in the same way, but you can always rebuild them.
I hope these tips assist you in efficiently producing materials for JA next big bounty!
