How To Use Timeless Shards New World

Alright, gather 'round, adventurers! Let's talk Timeless Shards. You know, those shiny little bits of hope and potential that promise to make crafting legendary gear… less of a crapshoot? Yeah, those! I'm here to guide you, your friendly neighborhood crafting guru (self-proclaimed, naturally), through the mystical and sometimes infuriating process of wielding these bad boys. Trust me, after reading this, you'll be pumping out gear so epic, even Hephaestus will be taking notes.

So, What ARE Timeless Shards Anyway?

Think of Timeless Shards as the secret sauce to high-end crafting in Aeternum. They're basically the cheat code to guarantee one specific perk on your crafted item. No more rolling for days trying to get that sweet, sweet Refreshing Evasion! They guarantee one perk on a craftable piece of gear, making them a very valuable asset. Imagine them as the crafting equivalent of telling the universe exactly what you want for your birthday, and it actually delivering. Miraculous, I know!

The beauty of it all is that they work with specific crafting mods. You need the right mod to go with the shard to get the desired stat or perk. Without the right mod you won’t be able to use the Timeless Shard at all.

Acquiring These Shiny Wonders

Alright, before we start crafting like our lives depend on it (which, in New World, they kinda do), we need to actually get these Timeless Shards. Now, this is where the real adventure begins (and potentially some minor existential dread, depending on your luck). There are a few ways to get these shards:

• Faction Vendors: This is your most reliable source, though it'll cost you. Think of it as paying for convenience (and avoiding potential wildlife encounters). You'll need faction tokens and gold, so grind those faction missions! Just remember, running back and forth from Brightwood to Everfall gets old REAL fast.
• Trading Post: Ah, the free market! Here, you can buy shards from other players. The price will vary depending on demand and server population. Pro-tip: check prices often, especially during peak hours, to snag a bargain. Just be careful not to accidentally buy a shard for 10x its value. We've all been there.
• Umbral Shard Exchange (Endgame): Once you hit the pinnacle of your journey in New World (aka level 60 and beyond), you can trade in those hard-earned Umbral Shards for Timeless Shards. This is the "big leagues" way to do it, for the truly dedicated crafters.

Getting the Timeless Shard is only half of the battle. You need the appropriate crafting mod. For example, if you want to craft an armor piece that has +Intelligence, then you need the appropriate Intelligence crafting mod. The mod, alongside the Timeless Shard, will guarantee the piece of gear will have Intelligence.

The Crafting Ritual (aka, How to Use the Darn Things)

Okay, you've got your Timeless Shard, you've got your crafting station prepped (read: not covered in goblin goo), and you're ready to make some magic happen. Here's the step-by-step:

1. Head to your crafting station: This could be a Forge, Outfitting Station, Workshop, or Arcana Repository, depending on what you want to make. Make sure your crafting skill is high enough! No point in trying to craft a legendary great axe when you barely know which end to swing.
2. Select your recipe: Choose the item you want to craft from the list. Look for the recipes that specifically say "Timeless Shard Crafting." These are the ones that will actually utilize your shard.
3. Add your required materials: This is the standard stuff: ingots, cloth, leather, wood, etc. Make sure you have everything before you start. There's nothing worse than realizing you're short on iron ore halfway through a craft.
4. The Crucial Part: Add the Shard AND the Appropriate Crafting Mod: Here's where the magic happens. There will be a specific slot in the crafting menu for your Timeless Shard and one for the Crafting Mod. Make sure you put the right shard in the right slot. Don't accidentally use your Timeless Luck Shard when you wanted to guarantee Strength. Big mistake. Huge.
5. Craft!: Cross your fingers, say a prayer to the RNG gods (even though you've mostly bypassed them with the shard), and hit that craft button!

Important Considerations Before You Craft!

Before you dive in headfirst and start crafting a full set of legendary gear, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• The Gear Score Range: Timeless Shards, while guaranteeing a perk, don't guarantee a specific gear score. Your gear score will still be determined by your crafting skill and the use of other crafting buffs (like armor and trophies). So, don't expect to craft a 600 GS item with a crafting skill of 100. That's not how the Force works.
• Azoth Costs: Crafting with Timeless Shards is usually more Azoth-intensive than standard crafting. So, stock up on that blue goo! Run those breaches and expeditions, and get ready to feel like a blue-skinned, magic-wielding battery.
• Crafting Skill Matters: I cannot stress this enough. You need a high crafting skill to maximize the gear score potential of your crafted items. Grind those lower-level crafts, do those town board missions, and get your skill level up! Nobody wants a legendary item with a subpar gear score.
• Trade Skills and Trophies: Make sure you have all of your trade skills maxed out, especially the ones that effect the piece of gear you’re trying to craft. If you’re crafting armor, make sure you have the armoring trade skill maxed out. Also, make sure you have the appropriate trophies equipped. Trophies effect the gear score and quality of what you create.

Common Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Let's be honest, even with a guide, we all make mistakes. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid when using Timeless Shards:

• Using the Wrong Shard: I already mentioned this, but it bears repeating. Double-check, triple-check, and quadruple-check that you're using the right shard. There's nothing more frustrating than crafting a piece of gear with the wrong perk. It's like ordering a pizza with pineapple when you specifically asked for no pineapple. An unforgivable sin.
• Forgetting the Crafting Mod: The Timeless Shard alone won’t do anything for you. It needs the proper crafting mod to be used. The crafting mod will guarantee the specific attribute that you want.
• Crafting Before Buffing: Don't craft without using food buffs, town buffs, and wearing your crafting gear! These buffs can significantly increase your chances of hitting a higher gear score. You wouldn't go into a battle without potions, would you?
• Not Planning Ahead: Figure out exactly what you want to craft before you start gathering materials. Do your research, plan your perks, and optimize your build. Don't just randomly throw shards and materials together and hope for the best. That's a recipe for disaster (and a lot of wasted resources).

In Conclusion (Crafting Bliss Awaits!)

So, there you have it! Everything you need to know to wield the power of Timeless Shards and craft gear so epic, it'll make the gods of Aeternum jealous. Remember to be patient, be prepared, and most importantly, have fun! Crafting shouldn't be a chore; it should be a rewarding experience. Now, go forth and craft, my friends! And may your rolls be ever in your favor (well, mostly, thanks to the shards!). Now if you excuse me, I think it is time for a little crafting of my own!