Windrose Shovel: How to Get One

Alexandre Jollier April 20, 2026 at 5:20 PM

In brief

The shovel is an essential item in Windrose for digging up treasures, defending yourself, and shaping the terrain. To get it, you need to collect three copper ingots and ten pieces of wood, then assemble them at the crafting bench. Discover all the secrets to mastering this versatile tool.

In Windrose, the shovel is one of the key elements of your adventure. In this article, we'll explain how to obtain it, how to use it, but also give you some tips to get the most out of it.

Getting a shovel

Copper is the first resource you'll need. Look for copper veins in rocky areas. These are often visible out in the open. With the right tool, start mining the copper; be patient, it can take a while.

Once you have enough copper, you'll need to turn it into ingots. To do this, head to a furnace to smelt your raw copper. You'll need three copper ingots to unlock the shovel blueprint. In addition to copper, you'll need wood. With an axe, chop down trees; if you don't have one, craft one by gathering wood and stone.

To craft the shovel, you need three copper ingots and ten pieces of wood, which you must use at the workbench.

Uses of the shovel

The shovel lets you unearth treasures: by scanning certain areas that seem unusual or likely to contain highly valuable items, dig and unearth your treasures.

In addition to digging, it can also be used as a weapon to defend yourself against enemies. The shovel isn't a weapon in the strict sense of the term and doesn't have the power of an item meant for killing, but in a moment of great danger, it can prove very useful.

Use it also to flatten uneven areas, making it easier to build your structures. You can also raise sections of earth to create hills or platforms.

Which use of the shovel interests you most in Windrose?

Frequently asked questions

How do I get copper ingots for the shovel?

Look for copper veins in rocky areas, mine them with the right tool, then smelt the raw copper into ingots using a furnace.

Where should I craft the shovel?

You need to go to the crafting bench with three copper ingots and ten pieces of wood to assemble the shovel.

What are the main uses of the shovel?

The shovel is mainly used to dig up treasures, flatten terrain for building, create hills and platforms, and can also serve as a defensive weapon when needed.

How do I find wood to craft the shovel?

Use an axe to chop down trees and gather wood, or if you don't have one, craft an axe by combining wood and stone.

Key takeaways

You need three copper ingots and ten pieces of wood to craft the shovel at the crafting bench.
The shovel lets you dig up treasures hidden in the world's anomalous areas.
It can serve as a backup weapon in dangerous situations against enemies.
Use it to flatten terrain and create hills or platforms for your builds.