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Wurm Online is many things, but first and foremost it is a survival MMO. In Wurm you must struggle to survive, at least in the beginning. You must find your own food, your own water (with the exception of the first 24 hours of game play thanks to the [[bartender]]) , and your own shelter. Joining a settlement is one great way to find all of these things at your fingertips. Once you have mastered the basics of survival you can go on to build great structures, master a trade , and combat the enemies of your kingdom!

===Creating an accountCreate Your Account===The first thing you want to do is to You can create an your free account. To do this go to from the [http://www.wurmonline.com/ Wurmonline webpageWurm Online homepage] and click Register, it's free! You will be asked for a character name and gender and an email address. Up to five characters may share the same email address. Please note that the character name may only contain the letters a-z, no spaces or numbers. The first letter of the character name will be capitalised, any others will be dropped to lower casethrough Steam.

To create an account through wurmonline.com, click '''Register''' at the top and fill out the form. You will then receive an be asked for a character name, the gender you wish the character to be, and your email address. You may register up to the five characters per email address you supplied. Your character name must be 3 to 25 letters in length, may only contain alphabetic letters from A to z, with only the first letter being capitalized. Read the [https://forum.wurmonline.com/index.php?/topic/123123-wurm-online-rules/ Chat Rules] before picking a name as choosing a name that goes against the rules will result in which your character being banned without warning. You will see an error after clicking '''submit''' if your character name is taken or if there are any other errors in the form. Once submitted, a message will be a completion sent to the email address that you provided. A link that in this message will take you to the a page where you can choose your a password and a challenge phrase. Once this step is complete, you may start the gamecompleting your registration.

After running To create an account with Steam, download the Webstart you see client through Steam and simply type your chosen name in the login formular, where you enter character name box at the upper right. A separate password or email is not required as everything goes through your character's Name and PasswordSteam account. Also check "I agree to Again, read the terms"[https://forum.wurmonline. Then click on the ''Play'' buttoncom/index.php?/topic/123123-wurm-online-rules/ Chat Rules] before choosing a name.

Your character will :'''Read more''': [[Spawning|spawnAccount types]] inside a tutorial in | [[Golden Valley (server)|Golden ValleyEULA]].

===How to DownloadStarting the Game===To use the Wurm launcher, go to https://www.wurmonline.com/wurm-online-downloads/ and download the correct launcher for your OS. If you have a problem with getting the Wurm does not require client working, try looking at the [[Common bugs and solutions]] page. You may also make a traditional download or install as it uses Java Webstartpost in the [http://forum.wurmonline.com/index.php?/forum/26-technical-issues/ Technical Issues] section of the forum.

All Once the game downloads the needed packs, you have can enter your character name and password. You must click ''I agree to do is is click the big "Play" EULA'', which refers to the EULA that can be found under the EULA button right in the middle of menu above the [http://wwwlogin boxes.wurmonline.com main page]. This will download the Java Webstart application (.jnlp file) which displays newsEverytime you log in, the login formular and a menu (you are agreeing to reach settings for example)abide by Wurm Online rules. It will also load the main game files in the backgroundFinally, which you can observe in the "pack updates" tabclick '''Play''' to log into Wurm Online.

To run log in with Steam, click on Wurm Online though your Steam library. You'll have to click the Webstart application you need box to have [http://www.java.com/ Java] installed. It's not advisable agree to save the EULA here as well.jnlp file A password is not required on your computer though, as it changes frequently. Better load it from the web alwaysthis launcher.

If You can adjust your game settings on either launcher before logging in. You may want to turn your graphics down to medium if you have a problem with getting the are on an older computer as Wurm client working try looking at the [[Common bugs and solutions]] page, manual downloads are also located through this linkcan be very intensive. You can adjust these settings as needed.

:'''How do I change game options/settings? How do I get better frame rates?Read more''' On the log-in screen, there is a "Settings" button. More information on those settings can be found : [[Client Configuration]] |here[[Client configuration]]. For advice on settings for slower or older computers look | [http://forum.wurmonline.com/index.php?/topic/63471-configuring-the-client-looking-nice-while-running-on-low-settings/ hereForum: Settings for slower computers]| [http://forum.wurmonline.com/index.php?/forum/26-technical-issues/ Forum: Technical Issues]

To move through WurmOnce you log in, use your character will [[Spawning|spawn]] in the {{key|W}}, {{key|A}}, {{key|S}}, and {{key|D}} keys as well as holding '''left-click''' on your mouse and moving it aroundtutorial. This allows It is strongly recommended that you complete the tutorial to get a hang of game mechanics before jumping through the portal to move a server. There are often staff members in any direction and look in any direction as the tutorial or accessible through the Tutorial Help tab, if you movehave questions. You will always look through If you need to review the tutorial again, you can find it in the eyes [[Book of your character Wisdom]] by clicking on the book icon in Wurm, so it is important the lower right of the [[notification]]s window. Click on the Tutorial section to expand and then click on each item to survey your surroundings often by using see the mouse look featureinformation available.

:'''Read More''': [[Interface and controls|Interface & Controls]]

'''CA HELP''' is watched by [[Wurm staff|Community Assistant]]s and other helpful players. To toggle this tab, type '''/ca'''. You may ask or answer questions in this tab, but general conversation conversations should be moved take place elsewhere. We also have Russian, German, and Non-English (all other languages) Help tabs, where players and staff are available to help. Wurm officially only allows English in all other public channels, but if you are in need, feel free to ask for help in your language in GL or Freedom chat. It is likely a player who speaks your language will message you to help. Wurmians are very friendly and we have players from all over the world.

'''[[Chat#Freedom|Freedom]]''' is a chat for players on the same [[server]] as you and '''[[Chat#Global|GL-Freedom]]''' is a global chat that can be seen by any player on any [[PvE|Freedom Isles (PVE)]] server, except [[PVP#Chaos|Chaos]]. You can toggle Freedom chat by typing '''/kchat''' and GL-Freedom by typing '''/gchat'''. If the tabs are not open already, you can send a message to Freedom by using '''/shout <message>''' and GL-Freedom by using '''/gshout <message>'''. Freedom is a good place to ask if you are lost or trying to find something on your server. GL-Freedom can be a good place to ask for general adviceconversation. [[Chat#Private Message|Private messages]] may be sent between players on any server by typing '''/tell <player> <message>'''. If the player exists, this will open a new tab with that player’s name. If a player sends you a private message, it will also open a tab in which you can reply to them. [[Chat#Local|Local chat]] can be heard by anyone within 80 tiles of your current location. The list in the right portion of the window shows you players that are currently in your local and able to hear messages sent to local.

:'''Read More''': [[Chat]] | [[Chat#Private Messagecommands]] | [[Wurm staff|Private messagesChat Moderator]]''' may be sent between players on any server by typing '''/tell <player> <message>'''. If the player exists, this will open a new tab with that player’s name. If a player sends you a private message, it will also open a tab in which you can reply to them.

'''[[Chat#Local|Local chat]]''' can be heard by anyone within 80 tiles of your current location. The list in the right portion of the window shows you players that are currently in your local and able to hear messages sent to local.  [[Premium|Non-premium]] players on Chaos and the [[Epic Cluster]] are not able to see players in their local area. '''Read More''': [[Chat]] | [[Chat commands]] | [[Moderator|Chat Moderator]] ===Looking AroundThe First Day===After going through the tutorial and using , use the [[portal]], you will find yourself in your chosen starting city on the to go to a server you selected. Each starting city has many important items, such as a [[bartender]], [[token]], [[well]], and [[village recruitment board]]. To start, find the bartender and right-click to ask for refreshments. If you decide to join a [[settlement]], you may use the village recruitment board to help you in your search. Settlements are also known as deeds or villages. The token provides you with access to your [[bank account]], which is a safe place to store your in-game [[currency]] and up to 5 items. A few [[trader]]s should also be near you, and they may purchase items from you if they have funds to do so. ===Taking Inventory===You can see your [[inventory]] by pressing {{key|I}}. When you enter Wurm, you start with the following basic [[tools]] and items: *'''Tools'''*;[[carving knife]]:Makes some wooden items*;[[hatchet]]:Cutting down [[trees]]*;[[shovel]]:Gathering [[clay]], [[dig]]ging the [[Dirt|ground]]*;[[saw]]:Makes some wooden items*;[[pickaxe]]:Harvesting [[rock]] and [[metal]]*;[[rake]]:Tending [[crops]]*;[[steel and flint]]:Lighting fires and [[furnaces]]*;[[pottery bowl]]:Used in [[cooking]] *'''Equipment'''*;[[shield]]:Basic protection*;[[short sword]]:Basic weapon*;[[backpack]]:Stores some items*;[[toolbelt]]:Quick access to tools *'''Other Items'''*;[[Item:Hand mirror|hand mirror]]:Customize character*;[[tent]]:[[Respawn]] point, temporary safe storage*;[[deed stake]]:Plans a settlement All starting items except the backpack and pottery bowl will respawn with you if you die. Any other item you collect or create in your adventures may not follow you on death, depending on the item. You will have to go back to where you died and retrieve them from your body. You can also '''/release corpse''' to allow another player to take your corpse, but this should be used with caution as anyone can access the contents of your corpse once released. '''Read More''': [[Fighting#Equipment|Equipment]] | [[Tools]] | [[Inventory]] | [[Death]]

;Right-Click: This will always bring up a menu of available actions and options for a given item or object. The actions listed may change based upon what you have activated, how far away you are, or other factors. This is the primary way of interacting with objects in Wurm.'''Read More''': [[Beginners Tools]] | [[Inventory]] | [[Settlement]] | [[Death]] | [[Secure Storage]] | [[Starter tent]]

;Damage and Repair: As you use some items, they will take damage. You can see this under the DMG column in your inventory. '''Right-click''' and select '''repair''' to repair this damage. Your item will lose some of it’s quality when you repair it. The more damage an item has, the longer it takes to repair and the more quality it will lose. If you allow an item to reach 100 damage, it will crumble away. ;Quality and Improvement: Quality indicates how good an item is. Tools with higher quality will be faster, take less damage as you use it, and yield better quality items as a result. You can raise the quality of most items by improving them. You cannot improve your starter tools. Right-click and examine an item to see what must be done to improve its quality, or look at the '''I''' column in your inventory. '''Read More''': [[Examine]] | [[Rename]] | [[Quality]] | [[Repair]] | [[Toolbelt]] | [[Improving]] | [[Damage]] | [[Key bindings]]

You can see what your character looks like by pressing {{key|OEsc}} for the menu, and clicking on '''Interface''' and then '''Character Window''', which is the third item down on the left. You may also press {{key|C}} to open your character and click on the body icon in the upper left corner. You can use the hand Brightly glowing golden mirror you received when you started to change your appearance. '''Right-click''' the mirror and select '''use'''. This will display a customization window. You can change your gender and appearance once. The mirror is consumed when you save your character’s appearance. ===The First Day===For your first 24 hours of play time in Wurm you will receive the benefits of food from the bartender and a divine light source. You also receive other benefits that you can see by hovering over their icons in the top right of your game window. This is to let you learn the game and give you time to become self-sufficient by finding food and water and creating your own light source. You are also given a tent that can be dropped on the ground and used to securely store items and as a respawn point if you die. This can be used temporarily until you build your first house as the tent will decay if left on the ground. You can empty the tent and pick it back up again if you wish to move. You need a 2 x 2 tile space that is not on a deed or within the [[perimeter]] of a deed, that is clear of obstructions and other structures, and that is not at or below water level in order to drop your tent. '''Read More''': [[Secure Storage]] | [[Starter tent]]

Starting cities have wells that you may use to obtain water. You may also find fountains and larger bodies of water in your travels, any of which may be used for drinking or filling a [[container]] with water to take with you. Some containers useful for storing water include a [[pottery jar]], a [[waterskin]], and a [[small bucket]]. To fill, '''activate''' the container and then '''right-click''' on the water in a fountain or on a tile that is partially submerged in water and select '''fill'''.

For food* To drink from a well, fountain or partially or fully submerged tile, you can '''right-click''' a grass tile and select '''Nature > ForageDrink'''. It may take some time to find items you can eat and you may need to move around to find an area that hasn’t been picked over yet. You can also use your carving knife or * To fill a butchering knife to butcher meat container from animals you have killed a well or corpses of animals that you are allowed to butcher. fountain , '''Activateactivate''' the knife container and then '''right-click''' to open the corpsewell or fountain, then select '''butcher'''. Once you are done, '''right-click''' on the butchered corpse water and select '''openfill''' to see the contents. * To eat foodfill a container from a tile, '''activate''' the container and then '''right-click''' the food tile and select '''eatfill'''. The quality and type of food determines how much nutrition you gain or lose when eating, and hot food restores more nutrition than cold food.

In order to cook the meat you’ve butchered, you will need a [[campfire]] or other form of furnace. For a campfire you must acquire wood by cutting down a treefood, preferably one that is not on a deed. To see if you are on a deedcan locate '''Resource nodes''', '''right-click''' the tile that the tree is on them and select '''examineLore'''. If you are within a deed, you will to see a message such as: if they might contain food and select ''This is within the village of Tap Dance.'Forage' Once you find a tree, you can '''right-clickor ''' and Botanize'''examine''' the tree to see it's agetry to collect their contents. Trees that are old, very old, or overaged It may take some time to find items you can eat and you will give more wood in need to search around to find the form right type of a [[felled tree]]Resource node that has edible food in it. Young, mature, and shriveled will only yield a single [[log]]. Fruit trees, such as cherry, apple, and lemon will You can also only yield use your carving knife or a [[log]]butchering knife to butcher meat from animals you have killed or corpses of animals that you are allowed to butcher. While standing in front of a tree tile, '''activateActivate''' your hatchet the knife and '''right-click''' the tilecorpse, then select '''cut downbutcher'''. Examine the tree to see how much damage has been Once you are done, and once it reaches 100, '''right-click''' the tree will fall down leaving a stump butchered corpse and select '''open''' to see the felled tree or logcontents. With your hatchet still activatedTo eat food, '''right-click''' the felled tree food and select '''chop upeat''' to create logs on the ground in front . The quality and type of food determines how much nutrition yougain or lose when eating, and hot food restores more nutrition than cold food.

Now that you have some wood, pick up a log and :'''activateRead More''' your carving knife. '''Right-click''' the log and select '''Create > Kindlings > : [[kindlingCampfire]]'''. Once you’ve created a few kindlings, you can '''activate''' your steel and flint and then '''right-click''' a kindling and select '''Create > Furnaces > campfire'''. A campfire will be created on the ground in front of you when you are successful. To fuel the campfire, '''activate''' a log and '''right-click''' the campfire, then select '''burn'''. You can then '''right-click''' the campfire and select '''open''' to place things in the fire to heat up or cook. Placing raw meat in the fire will eventually turn them into cooked meat, which can be eaten or used in further cooking recipes. Hovering over an item’s icon and the small colored dot indicate the temperature of an item. '''Read More''': | [[Cooking]] | [[Firemaking]] | [[Food]] | [[Water]] | [[Woodcutting]] | [[Leatherworking]] | [[Pottery]] | [[Foraging]] | [[Botanizing]] | [[Resource nodes]]

:'''Read More''': [[Mining]] | [[Blacksmithing]] | [[Guides:Build House|Building a house]] | [[Light sources]] | [[Ship]]s | [[Settlement|Found a settlement]]

There are in-game maps in Wurm Online ({{key|m}}), however, you will still have to rely on your [[compass]], navigational skills, and wits to . To open up the in-game map click the 'map button' on your quickbar (the icon resembles a globe). Luckily, there are player made [[maps]] that will help you get a general idea of where you are. When you enter or leave a [[Settlement|settlement]] you will get a message in the [[Interface and controls#Event window|event window]] telling you the name of the settlement ("You leave Blossom"). [[Examine|Examining]] the ground tiles in and around a settlement can tell you information like "This is within the village of Blossom" or "This is within the [[Settlement#Perimeter|perimeter]] of Blossom". The [[settlement token]] of a [[Settlement|settlement (deed)]] has a compass on top. Asking for directions in local chat might help you on your way as well.

Creatures are abundant in Wurm Online; from [[sheep]] to [[dragons]], [[crocodile]]s to [[rooster]]s. You can normally tell if you're about to be eaten by one by looking at their hover outline - red for aggressive and green blue for passive. Some creatures may even be [[mount|ridden]] or [[tame]]d as [[pet]]s, some may be slaughtered for their [[hide]] and [[meat]]. As a new player you probably want to start small though, no picking fights with [[troll]]s or [[bear]]s, stick . Stick with smaller passive animals like [[hen]]s or [[dog]]s until you feel confident and obtain some reasonable [[armour]]. Local guards may be called to help your battle by shouting '''guards!''' in the local chat window - just make sure you're in range!

:'''Read More''': [[Creatures]] | [[Cooking]] | [[Taming]] | [[Fighting]] | [[Mounts]] | [[Guard Tower]]

Unless you plan to spend all of your time hiding on a [[deed]], [[deathDeath]] is inevitable in Wurm. Most players find that the game is much more fun if you get out and explore, hunt, and fight. While there are ways to help reduce the chances that you’ll die during your adventures, it is also important to know what to do when Death comes knocking. You’ll find the game less frustrating if you understand what happens when you die, how and where you respawn, and how to find your [[Death#Your_corpse|corpse]] full of loot.

:'''Read More''': [[Death]] | [[Suicide]] | [[Locate soul]] | [[Karma]] | [[Spawning]] | [[Food]] | [[Death#Your_corpse|Corpse]]

* [[Pelt]]s are a bi-product, or byproduct of [[butchering items]] from creatures such as [[large rat]]s and [[wild cat]]s.

The 10 25 [[Quality level|quality]] [[short long sword]] you get at the beginning is barely good enough for killing [[Large rat|rat]]s, so you may want to review consider creating yourself a new weapon that may be [[improve]]d, or even go for a new [[shield]]. Bows allow you to deal ranged damage without receiving any yourself, [[long bow]]s have such a range that most creatures are unable to see '''or''' attack you.

:'''Read more''': [[Crafting]] | [[Starting with Nothing]] | [[Skills]] | [[Improve]] | [[Mining]] | [[Weapons]] | [[Armour]]

The Wurm [[Bank of Wurm|currency]] is split into coins of different types of metal, in different [[Bank_of_Wurm#Denominations|denominations]]; iron, copper, silver and gold. You may find money by slaying [[Animalscreatures]], [[Bury|creaturesburying corpses]], [[foraging]] or [[botanizing]], or you can purchase it as silver from the [http://shop.wurmonline.com/WurmWeb/index.jsp/ Wurm Shop]. The amount of money that can be found randomly in game depends on the amount of money available in the [[kingdom]]'s coffers. If you have items to sell, you may check with a [[trader]] (found in any starter town, as well as certain player deeds). Traders may buy items from you if they have enough money on them. They do not create or destroy money, they simply use the money already present in the game, which results in the traders often being out of money, thus unable to purchase anything from you.

:'''Read More''': [[Foraging]] | [[Botanizing]] | [http://shop.wurmonline.com/WurmWeb/index.jsp/ Wurm Shop] | [[Trader]] | [[Trade]] | [[Bank of Wurm]]

See [[Account Typestypes]] for an explanation of the various accounts.<br>

=Further reading= :[[Your first days in Wurm Online]]:[[Wurmians_starter_guide|Wurmians Starter Guide]]<br>:[[What_Do_I_Do|What do I do?]]<br><br> [[Category:GuidesTutorials]]