How to Butcher in Caves of Qud

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Butchering in Caves of Qud allows you to harvest meat and other materials from creatures. Here’s a quick guide on how to butcher:

Step 1: Get the Butchery Skill

1. Make sure you have the Butchery skill. You can unlock it in the Cooking and Gathering skill tree.

2. To unlock the tree, spend skill points on related abilities like Harvestry or Cooking.

Step 2: Kill a Creature

1. Find a creature to kill. This could be anything that drops a corpse, such as animals or certain humanoid creatures.

2. After killing the creature, check that its corpse is on the ground.

Step 3: Use the Butcher Command

1. Stand over the corpse or move the cursor to it.

2. Open the interaction menu (usually by pressing "Space" or "Enter").

3. Select the "Butcher" option from the menu.

Step 4: Collect Resources

• Once you butcher the corpse, you’ll receive meat or other usable parts like hide or organs, depending on the creature.

• The materials harvested can be used for cooking, crafting, or trade.

Notes and Tips

• Not all creatures can be butchered. Some may not leave a butcherable corpse, like robots or slimes.

• Carry a knife. While not always required, certain tools can improve your results or allow butchering in specific situations.

• Watch your inventory. Meat and other materials can be heavy, so make sure you have room to carry the harvested items.

• Butchering is especially useful for survival when combined with cooking. You can turn raw meat into meals with beneficial effects.

Butchering is a simple yet essential survival skill in Caves of Qud. Use it wisely to make the most of your environment and resources.

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