Why Coal is Essential in Palworld

Coal is one of the most important resources in Palworld, acting as a foundation for crafting advanced materials, weapons, and structures. Whether you're building mid-to-late game gear like shotguns or crafting Refined Ingots, having a steady supply of Coal is a game-changer. This guide covers the best coal locations, tips for farming coal efficiently, and everything you need to get started.

Where to Find Coal in Palworld

You can find coal deposits in dry, rocky, and mountainous regions, with some of the best mining spots located in the Twilight Dunes Desert, Verdant Brook, Sealed Realm of the Guardian and Duneshelter. If you're wondering about the best coal locations in Palworld, you're not alone. Coal Nodes are scattered throughout the game world, but some areas are far better than others for mining this valuable resource. Here's a breakdown of the top coal locations:

1. Twilight Dunes Desert

The Twilight Dunes Desert, located near the center of the map, is one of the best spots for finding Coal.

  • Coordinates to Focus On:
  • (-158, -93): Five Coal nodes clustered together.
  • (-98, -121): Six Coal nodes on a secluded rocky outcrop.

These areas are rich in Coal deposits, making them perfect for manual mining or setting up small mining bases.

Tips for Mining Here:

  • Bring heat-resistant armor for the scorching desert temperatures during the day.
  • Watch out for nearby Alpha Pals like Anubis at (-157, -92).

2. Verdant Brook

If you're looking for a safer, lush environment, Verdant Brook is another excellent Coal farming location.

  • Best Coordinates:
  • (190, -41): Eight Coal nodes close together, perfect for efficient farming.
  • (291, -19): Six Coal nodes with some additional Ore nearby.

While the terrain is more forgiving here compared to the desert, having a flying Pal can make navigation much easier.

3. Sealed Realm of the Guardian

For advanced players, the Sealed Realm of the Guardian fast travel point in the snowy Astral Mountain region offers a highly efficient Coal farming route.

  • Coordinates: Near (189, -37)
  • What You'll Find:
  • Six Coal nodes.
  • Eight Ore nodes nearby.

Use a flying Pal to access the mountaintop Coal clusters quickly. This location is perfect for late-game players who want to stockpile Coal while farming Ore for Refined Ingots.

4. Mount Obsidian Region

Mount Obsidian is another notable location for Coal farming. While this area has fewer nodes overall, it’s great for a quick mining trip if you’re in the volcanic zone.

  • Coordinates: (-570, -652) (near the Mount Obsidian Anubis Statue).
  • What You'll Find: Six Coal nodes clustered close together.

5. North of Duneshelter

For large quantities of Coal, head to Duneshelter in the desert.

  • Coordinates: (327, 485)
  • What You'll Find:
  • Nine Coal nodes.
  • Three Ore nodes.

The area’s high elevation makes it ideal for players with flying mounts.

How to Get Coal in Palworld

1. Mining Coal Nodes

Coal Nodes are large, black rocks scattered in deserts, mountains, and other dry areas. To mine Coal:

  • Use a Pickaxe (any tier works, but a Metal Pickaxe speeds up mining).
  • Crafting a Metal Pickaxe requires:
  • 20 Wood.
  • 15 Stone.
  • 5 Ingots.
  • Equip heat-resistant armor in hot regions like the desert.

2. Assigning Mining Pals

Using Pals with Mining Skills is an excellent way to automate Coal farming.

  • Recommended Pals:
  • Blazamut
  • Menasting
  • Digtoise

Tip: Place Pals with high Mining traits near your base or a Palbox for steady Coal production.

Setting Up a Coal Farm in Palworld

Once you've scouted a good location, setting up a Coal farming base can save you countless hours. Here’s how to do it:

1. Unlock the Coal Mine (Late-Game Option)

At Level 53, you can unlock the Coal Mine in the Ancient Technology Tree for five Ancient Technology Points.

  • Cost to Build a Coal Mine:
  • 70 Stone
  • 100 Coal
  • 30 Paldium Fragments

Once built, assign Mining Pals to continuously harvest Coal.

2. Create a Palbox and Supply Station

If you’re not at Level 53 yet, you can still set up a manual Coal farm.

  • Steps to Set Up a Farm:
  1. Craft a Palbox near a rich Coal area (requires 1 Paldium Fragment, 8 Wood, 3 Stone).
  2. Assign Mining Pals to the Palbox.
  3. Place wooden chests nearby to store mined Coal.

Pro Tip: Add Berry Plantations and Feed Boxes nearby to keep your Pals healthy and productive.

Crafting with Coal: What It's Used For

Coal is primarily used to craft Refined Ingots, a vital component for high-tier weapons, structures, and tech. Here’s how to use it effectively:

Refined Ingots

  • Ingredients: 2 Coal + 2 Ore (crafted in an Improved Furnace).
  • Uses:
  • Advanced weapons: Assault Rifles, Shotguns, Rocket Launchers.
  • Armor: Heat-resistant and Cold-resistant Refined Metal Armor.
  • Structures: Electric Furnaces, Palboxes, and more.

Carbon Fiber

  • Combine Coal with other materials to create Carbon Fiber, essential for crafting endgame vehicles like the Giga Glider and Legendary Spheres.

Pro Tips for Efficient Coal Farming

  • Use a Flying Pal: Many of the best Coal locations are on elevated or hard-to-reach terrain. Flying mounts make mining faster and safer.
  • Avoid Alpha Pals: Some Coal-rich areas are guarded by high-level Alpha Pals. If you’re farming early-game, avoid direct combat.
  • Plan Your Trips: Drop Palboxes and chests at mining sites to reduce travel time.

Whether you’re just starting out or working on late-game builds, mastering coal farming in Palworld is key to your success. From the deserts of Twilight Dunes to the cliffs near the Sealed Realm of the Guardian, Coal is everywhere—if you know where to look. Set up your farms, gear up, and start mining to unlock the full potential of Palworld’s crafting system.

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