Resource Optimization
- Set a 10‑minute loop: wood → stone → coal → return to base to craft.
- Carry one spare tool; repair/replace before it breaks to avoid downtime.
- Batch craft essentials (torches, ladders, slabs) to reduce menu time.
Efficient Building Patterns
- Use a 5×5 module for rooms; repeatable and expandable with corridors.
- Alternate materials every other layer to add texture without extra cost.
- Place lighting every 7 blocks along paths to keep areas safe and readable.
Speed & Movement
- Use diagonal routes between points; fewer turns, faster travel.
- Keep paths clear and marked; avoid jumping by using slabs on slopes.
- Plan routes to touch resource clusters and return through your base.
Base Planning
- Center hub with spokes to mines, farms, and build zones.
- Label chests and group stations (smelting, crafting, storage) by workflow.
- Reserve expansion lots early so paths and sightlines stay clean.