| Method | Effort | Passive? | Yield | Seasonality | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Low (build once) | Yes | Low/Med | Summer best | | Hunting | High (chasing) | No | High | All year | | Berry Farming | Medium | Yes | Low | Autumn peak | | Animal Husbandry | Very High | Partial | Very High | All year |
These traps can catch not only fish but also the occasional sea shell or trinket that drifts in.
For those interested in a more strategic or specialized playstyle, the resources saved (time, in particular) can be redirected towards crafting, exploring, or enhancing equipment.
I call it the 'Weir'. Yesterday, I pulled four fat fish from the pit without firing a single arrow. The wolves can keep the forests; I own the river now.
For maximum efficiency, place your weir traps in areas known for high fish activity. While the Primitive Survival mod allows fish to appear in traps even in water where you don't see active entities, choosing locations with a temperature between and adequate light may increase success rates.
Bring realistic river management to the Stone Age! This mod adds a craftable, placeable Weir Trap for harvesting fish without the need for active hunting.
Fish and other sea creatures are drawn into the trap by the flow of water but find themselves unable to exit once inside. Players can then easily harvest the trapped creatures for food or other resources.
Find a shallow river or a narrow channel between two bodies of water. The narrower the bottleneck, the more effective the trap. Water depth should be 1-2 blocks.
The Weir Trap is a testament to Vintage Story ’s immersive, logic-based survival mechanics. It doesn’t hold your hand with a recipe; it rewards observation and ingenuity. By understanding that fish chase light, you can turn a humble stream into a self-replenishing pantry.
| Method | Effort | Passive? | Yield | Seasonality | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Low (build once) | Yes | Low/Med | Summer best | | Hunting | High (chasing) | No | High | All year | | Berry Farming | Medium | Yes | Low | Autumn peak | | Animal Husbandry | Very High | Partial | Very High | All year |
These traps can catch not only fish but also the occasional sea shell or trinket that drifts in.
For those interested in a more strategic or specialized playstyle, the resources saved (time, in particular) can be redirected towards crafting, exploring, or enhancing equipment. vintagestory weir trap
I call it the 'Weir'. Yesterday, I pulled four fat fish from the pit without firing a single arrow. The wolves can keep the forests; I own the river now.
For maximum efficiency, place your weir traps in areas known for high fish activity. While the Primitive Survival mod allows fish to appear in traps even in water where you don't see active entities, choosing locations with a temperature between and adequate light may increase success rates. | Method | Effort | Passive
Bring realistic river management to the Stone Age! This mod adds a craftable, placeable Weir Trap for harvesting fish without the need for active hunting.
Fish and other sea creatures are drawn into the trap by the flow of water but find themselves unable to exit once inside. Players can then easily harvest the trapped creatures for food or other resources. I call it the 'Weir'
Find a shallow river or a narrow channel between two bodies of water. The narrower the bottleneck, the more effective the trap. Water depth should be 1-2 blocks.
The Weir Trap is a testament to Vintage Story ’s immersive, logic-based survival mechanics. It doesn’t hold your hand with a recipe; it rewards observation and ingenuity. By understanding that fish chase light, you can turn a humble stream into a self-replenishing pantry.