New to Mistria? This guide walks you through your first week: what to do on day one, how tools and energy work, and the fastest ways to get your farm running.
Fields of Mistria opens with your character inheriting a run-down homestead after a mysterious earthquake shakes the town. You keep most of your stamina and gear early on, so the key is to be efficient, not perfect.
Your basic tools (hoe, watering can, axe, pickaxe, fishing rod) start at the Copper tier. Upgrading them at the blacksmith reduces energy cost and unlocks new abilities — this is one of the highest-value early investments.
| Tier | Key Benefit | How to Upgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Copper | Baseline tools, 3×3 watering can | Available from day one |
| Iron | Higher durability, less energy per use | Bring ore to the blacksmith |
| Silver / Mythril | Big energy savings, larger areas | Unlocked by mining deeper floors |
Water your crops first thing in the morning, then use leftover energy on mining or fishing. Crops grow on a real in-game daily timer — missing a watering day slows your income by a full day.
Energy is your scarcest resource early. Eat cheap cooked food or foraged berries to stretch your day. As your skill levels rise, tool upgrades cut energy costs dramatically — prioritize them before expanding your farm.
Don't over-buy seeds you can't water. Don't hoard every foraged item — sell the common ones for early cash. The game rewards steady, consistent play over big swings.
Once you've got the basics, dive into gifts, romance, or the mines — whichever fits your play style.