How to Level Survival in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

 Master survival skills in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 with our expert tips and strategies. Level up your gameplay today!

While not the core focus, leveling the Survival skill in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is crucial for building a well-rounded Henry. This guide outlines the best methods for gaining Survival XP.

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: How to Level Survival

Gaining Survival XP:

Survival XP is earned through nature-related activities:

• Gathering Herbs: Picking any herb grants a small amount of Survival XP.
• Hunting Animals: Killing and skinning animals also provides Survival XP.
• Processing Resources: Processing gathered herbs and hunted animals yields significantly more XP than simply collecting them.

Maximizing Survival XP Gains:

• Processing Herbs: While using dried herbs for potions reduces the quality of the final product, it grants more Survival XP. If potion quality is a concern, consider taking the "Dark Arts Apprentice" perk, which allows for brewing at night, mitigating the negative effects of using dried herbs.

• Processing Meat: Cooking, smoking, or drying meat all provide Survival XP. If food preservation is your primary goal, drying meat is the best option as it prevents spoilage, although it offers less nutrition and fewer bonuses than cooking or smoking. Be aware that carrying raw meat can attract the attention of guards due to poaching laws.

• Hunting Larger Animals: Larger animals, like stags, provide significantly more Survival XP when killed and harvested (approximately 100 XP for a stag). Prioritize hunting larger game whenever possible.

• Hunting Grounds: Established hunting grounds are the best locations to find animals. Check your map for discovered hunting grounds.

Recommended Approach:

The most efficient way to level Survival is to combine herb gathering with hunting. Whenever you venture out to gather herbs, bring a bow or crossbow. If you encounter deer or stags, take the opportunity to hunt them for the additional XP. Remember to process all gathered herbs and hunted meat to maximize your Survival XP gains.