Winter Burrow Walkthrough

Here’s a full walkthrough guide for Winter Burrow, covering major story chapters, quests, and progression loops from your return to the burrow through to the conclusion. Use this to navigate the key milestones, tool unlocks, zones and NPCs so you don’t get stuck on any step.

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🧭 Story Walkthrough: Chapter by Chapter

Chapter 1 – Homecoming & First Repairs

• You arrive at your childhood burrow and must start repairing your base. This includes lighting the fireplace, repairing the armchair and restoring comfort.
• Talk to your aunt in the burrow and complete her initial tasks (gather sticks, repair furniture).
• Early tool unlock: craft the Stone Axe so you can collect more wood and repair larger elements of the burrow.

Chapter 2 – Bridge Repair & Unlocking Zone 1

• The next major objective is repairing the bridge or path that opens access to the first external zone (“Gnarled Oaks”). This is triggered by talking to your aunt or an NPC.
• Meet the character Bufo in the new zone; gather pebbles, stones, materials as he requests. This quest unlocks the Sandstone Pickaxe. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Once the bridge is repaired, you can explore the Gnarled Oaks area and collect upgraded wood, stone, and useful herbs.

Chapter 3 – Squirrel NPC & Herb Stash Hunt

• Meet Gnawtusk the squirrel. He will ask you to gather stashes of herbs and winter supplies in hidden areas (shell, backpack stashes). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• During this process you’ll craft improved tools (Granite Shovel, etc) and unlock dig spots and hidden tunnels.
• Explore the deeper woodland near Gnawtusk’s area, collect rare herbs, and return to him for further upgrades.

Chapter 4 – Deeper Zone Unlock & Tool Progression

• With upgraded tools, you now begin penetrating into the “Shadow Pines” and later the “White Pillars” zones—each with richer resources and tougher terrain.
• You’ll need the Granite Pickaxe (or equivalent) to clear heavy rock barriers and access new areas. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Meet Willow or another NPC, complete their quest involving tunnels or artefacts (helmet, hood, pendant). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Chapter 5 – Final Base Upgrade & Grand Dinner

• Return to your aunt and initiate the final set of upgrades for your burrow (basement unlock, full house repair, invitations to characters). :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Bake special pies (Blackberry Pie, Rowanberry Pie) for Bufo, complete final story quests and invite all NPCs for the “Family Reunion” scene.
• With resources collected and tools crafted, you complete the final chapter and finish the main story.

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🛠 Tool & Crafting Milestones Along the Walkthrough

• Stone Axe: Early game, used for wood gathering—critical to craft quickly.
• Sandstone Pickaxe: Acquired via Bufo’s quest, enables clearing rock and accessing new zone. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Granite Shovel/Pickaxe: Mid‑game tool upgrade used by Gnawtusk’s quests and to dig hidden stashes/clear heavy rocks.
• Cooking Station & Base Upgrades: Throughout the story you’ll repair the stove, armchair, workbench and unlock the basement for final upgrades.

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☑️ Key Quests & NPCs (Summary List)

• Aunt → initial base repair quests
• Bufo → quarry/stone gathering, pies for Bufo, pickaxe unlock
• Gnawtusk → herb stash quests, dig spots, improved tool recipes
• Willow → tunnel/artefact quests, hazelnuts, shovel upgrade
• Aunt again → final house repair, dinner invitation, conclusion

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🎮 Gameplay Tips for the Walkthrough

• Follow the story quests in order to unlock tools—skipping ahead often leaves you under‑equipped for the next zone.
• Use each zone exploration to gather materials not just for quests, but for your base upgrades and crafting loops.
• Keep an eye on your survival meters (warmth, hunger, stamina) — especially when venturing into new zones.
• Explore thoroughly in each zone—hidden items, stashes, blueprints help later achievements and upgrades.
• Don’t rush into the final zone before your burrow and tools are upgraded — progression will feel smoother if you pace it.

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🔍 Reference & External Guide

For a detailed step‑by‑step walkthrough including screenshots and detailed instructions for each quest, see:
Full Story Walkthrough: Completing Bufo, Willow & Moss Quests :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Also check the Steam guide by the community for beginner tips and story walkthrough. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

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Last updated: 2025‑11‑17