Of Ash and Steel has recently been released, and while it has some performance issues, the game offers a solid RPG experience. It is inspired by the likes of the Gothic series and does an excellent job of providing a sense of isolation. You are not truly isolated, but since there is no hand-holding, you have to figure out most things on your own. The hints are also quite vague, so unless you try hard, you will remain clueless.
You will not have access to a map early on, which makes the whole journey quite difficult. As many challenges will occur during your time in the Grayshaft, we at Into Indie Games decided to create some useful guides and walkthroughs. This is the main hub for the game, and I will update it regularly with new guides and walkthroughs.
If you want to know more about the game, head over to its Steam page. There, you can learn what other players think of it and interact with the community.
Table of contents
Walkthroughs
The following are all important Of Ash And Steel walkthroughs:
Fox’s Flawless Plan
Fox, as the name suggests, is a cunning NPC. He will be one of the first characters you meet in the Grayshaft during Act One. Upon talking to him, a quest titled Fox’s Flawless Plan will be triggered. In this quest, you are tasked with collecting three stashes for him, but he eventually betrays you and locks you up. Here you can find out where to locate the three stashes, how to escape the locked house, and how to track down Fox after he betrays you.
Bad Neighborhood
As you explore the Abandoned Village, you will come across another NPC, Radim. You will hear him after crossing the wooden bridge. When you speak to him, a quest titled Bad Neighborhood will be triggered. In this quest, you must find Elanor’s four wheels, which can be quite troublesome. To solve this quest as quickly and easily as possible, read my walkthrough.
Knee-Deep In The Ground
Another side quest, Knee-Deep in the Ground, is given by Mix, one of the early-game NPCs. This quest is quite difficult and can take a lot of time to complete, mainly because you may not figure out how to reach the woodcutter’s camp. The first two spots are not too hard to find, but the third one is. With the help of my tips, you will be able to complete this quest with ease.
The Long Road Home
Your main quest, after doing some chores, is to go to the harbor and make a deal. Getting to the harbor can be quite tricky and time consuming. However, after spending some time in the game, I managed to figure out a shortcut to reach the city. I have mentioned both the normal route and the shortcut in my walkthrough, so choose whichever you prefer and head to the harbor to make the deal.
Guides
Beginner’s Tips And Tricks
Of Ash and Steel can be quite tricky, and you may feel overwhelmed at the beginning. Read my beginners tips and tricks guide to understand the game better.
How To Fish
Fishing is one of the easiest sources of food and the best one available in the early game. Read my thorough guide to learn how to fish.
How To Get The Best Start
As the game is quite complicated and there is no hand-holding, you will need a proper guide on how to get the best start. Luckily for you, I have compiled a guide on that, so give it a read.
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Obaid Ur Rehman is a lifelong gaming enthusiast with a deep passion for writing about video games. While he enjoys all genres, he specializes in RPGs and Soulslike titles. After tackling some of the toughest bosses, he often unwinds with a cozy game to relax. Outside of gaming, Obaid enjoys watching anime, bingeing TV series, or staying active at the gym.
