Rust raid planning, refined

Plan the raid before you commit the sulfur.

Compare breach methods, calculate sulfur and gunpowder requirements, and build a reliable upkeep buffer with fast, patch-aware planning tools.

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Raid cost calculator

Model targets and breach methods before committing resources. The wall will remain stubborn; your numbers do not have to.

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Latest official-source brief

Rust Common Ground changed when Softcore bases can be raided.

The new raid-window rules include a default 6 PM to 9 PM server-local window, Tool Cupboard protection conditions, and a one-hour exception for newly placed cupboards.

Decision guides for every stage of the wipe

Focused answers to common Rust questions, structured for quick comparison and immediate action.

Raid cost chart

Start with the calculator above, then confirm the final plan in-game. Estimates are intentionally conservative and optimized for fast comparison across common raid paths.

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Upkeep basics

Use the daily values shown in your Tool Cupboard to establish a weekly material target. Add a practical reserve for expansion, missed farming sessions, and emergency repairs.

  • Keep one day of emergency upkeep before roaming or raiding.
  • Track stone and metal separately for honeycomb and doors.
  • Use weekly totals before committing to a larger footprint.

Early-game raid paths

Early raids reward disciplined target selection. Compare door costs, wall routes, available explosives, exposure time, and the resources required to seal the breach.

Recommended decision

A player should leave with one clear answer: raid now, farm more, change path, or avoid the target.

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Rust problem guides

Each guide addresses one practical Rust question with a concise answer, comparison table, operational checklist, and clear next action.

Clearer decisions, fewer wasted resources

RaidBench brings cost, risk, and patch context into one planning workflow, helping you choose the right breach path, maintain the base, and act on guidance with confidence.

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POE2 planning lab

Patch-aware build checks, defense reviews, route comparisons, and item triage for decisions that should remain useful beyond a single highlight clip.

Check the patch before trusting the plan

Patch Watch connects official update notes to the player decisions they actually change, including retired workarounds and guidance that needs another test.