How to Make Paper in Aloft

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Paper in Aloft is one of those resources you’ll constantly need but never seem to have enough of. While you could rely on finding it in chests, crafting it yourself is far more reliable. Here’s a simple guide on how to get that sweet, flat resource and stop stressing about your supply.

Note: summary at bottom

Step 1: Gather Materials for Paper Pulp

Before you can make paper, you need to craft Paper Pulp, the base ingredient. Here’s what you need:

• 1 Glasswort: This plant is most commonly found in chests, starting in the second biome. It’s not as rare as you might think, but keep an eye out for it.

• 1 Clean Water: You can purify dirty water by crafting a water filter or finding clean water directly.

• 3 Small Plants: These are super common and can be gathered from just about any island.

Pro Tip: Stockpile Glasswort when you find it—it’s often the bottleneck in making Paper Pulp.

Step 2: Craft Paper Pulp

Once you’ve gathered the materials, head to your crafting station:

1. Combine 1 Glasswort, 1 Clean Water, and 3 Small Plants to make a single Paper Pulp.

2. Repeat this process as many times as needed—you’ll need five Paper Pulps for one piece of paper.

Step 3: Craft Paper

With your Paper Pulps ready, it’s time to turn them into paper:

• Combine 5 Paper Pulps to craft 1 piece of Paper.

While this seems like a lot of effort for one piece, remember that paper is a valuable resource and often required for advanced crafting.

Alternative: Find Paper in Chests

If you’re feeling lazy—or just want a shortcut—you can also find paper in chests scattered across islands. This was the only way to get paper in the game’s early versions, and it’s still a valid method if you’re low on materials.

Why You Need Paper

Paper is crucial for:

• Crafting advanced tools and items.

• Progressing through the game’s many systems.

• Looking fancy (okay, maybe not that last one).

Tips for Efficient Paper Crafting

1. Explore the Second Biome Early: Glasswort is most commonly found starting in this area.

2. Set Up Water Sources: Having a steady supply of clean water on your island will save you time.

3. Forage Constantly: Small Plants are everywhere—don’t overlook them!

Summary

Gather 1 Glasswort, 1 Clean Water, and 3 Small Plants to make Paper Pulp.

Craft 5 Paper Pulps to create 1 piece of Paper.

Explore chests for an alternative way to get Paper.

Now that you know how to make paper, you’ll never be caught short when it’s time to craft. So grab your materials and start pulping! Happy crafting!

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