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Ellie is quite the crafty customer
Just as it was in the first game, crafting is a key component of The Last of Us Part 2. Offering both restorative and offensive items, learning to gather as much from the environment as possible is key to surviving.
While Ellie begins the game with a handful of crafting recipes, there are more to learn throughout her adventure. Here’s a spoiler-free look at what she can kitbash together, but remember - crafting in the middle of a firefight can be lethal, so pick your moments.
Health kit
Able to heal Ellie, you need Alcohol and a Rag to be able to craft a Health Kit.
Molotov
Perfect for crowd control or for trapping enemies, Molotov Cocktails burn for quite some time. They use the same ingredients as Health Kits (Alcohol and Rags) though, so ensure you have plenty remaining.
Smoke bombs
While they make a great distraction, Smoke Bombs are also perfect for a tactical retreat and allow Ellie to slip away into the smoke. You’ll need a canister and an explosive to be able to craft one.
Trap mine
Perfect for combining with throwables, Trap Mines will blow up as soon as an enemy gets near. Place them in doorways or behind objects and lure someone with a bottle for an easy kill. You’ll need a canister and explosive to craft one.
Silencer
Able to silence Ellie’s pistol of choice, preventing the chances of enemies hearing gunshots, the Silencer is handy in a pinch - but only works for three shots, so aim for the head! You can craft one with a rag and a canister.
Melee upgrade
Need to add some extra blades to your axe? Melee weapons are satisfying (if a bit gruesome) to use, but they break after a set number of uses. Luckily, you can repair them and increase their damage potential with this crafting recipe. You just need binding, a blade, and your melee weapon of choice.
Arrows
Unlocked once Ellie gains the bow, arrows are silent but require time to be drawn. They’re also pretty unforgiving, so you’ll need maximum power and good aim to take down an enemy without them living long enough to tell their friends. Thankfully you can recover some arrows from headshots, and craft new ones with binding and a blade.
Explosive arrows
One of the more adventurous weapons, explosive arrows are ideal for groups of enemies in close proximity. You can craft them with explosives and binding.
