Short Horn
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Small but sturdy, it can be processed and used in crafting. It can be reborn as a practical tool or a beautiful ornament, through the hands of an artisan.
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Skinning Knife
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- •Small horn from domesticated cattle and goats, a valued crafting resource
- •Primary farming method: hunt and skin cows during the main story questline
- •Secondary source: breed goats at your camp — consistent supply via ranch system
- •Used in both alchemy recipes and cooking — crucial for many potions
- •Can be stored in inventory and traded — most players need steady supply for crafting
Gathering Guide
- •Hunt cows in the main story (Bremer's missing cows quest) and skin all defeated animals
- •Cows spawn throughout Pywel — find multiple during main story progression
- •Raise goats at your camp ranch — produces horns alongside milk
- •No gathering tool needed — horns come from skinning only, not herb patches
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Last updated: March 2026