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Wurm Online is many things, but first and foremost it is a survival MMO. In Wurm you must struggle to survive, at least in the beginning. You must find your own food, your own water (with the exception of the first 24 hours of game play thanks to the [[bartender]]) , and your own shelter. Joining a settlement is one great way to find all of these things at your fingertips. Once you have mastered the basics of survival you can go on to build great structures, master a trade , and combat the enemies of your kingdom!

All you have to do is is click the big "Play" button right in the middle of the [http://www.wurmonline.com main page]. This will download the Java Webstart application (.jnlp file) which displays news, the login screen , and a menu (to reach settings for example). It will also load the main game files in the background, which you can observe in the "pack updates" tab.

If you have a problem with getting the Wurm client working, try looking at the [[Common bugs and solutions]] page, manual . Manual downloads are also located through this link. You may also make a post in the [http://forum.wurmonline.com/index.php?/forum/26-technical-issues/ Technical Issues] section of the forum.

Once the game downloads the needed packs, you can enter your character name and password. You must click ''I agree to the terms'', which refers to the EULA that can be found under the EULA button in the menu above the login boxes. Finally, click '''Play''' to log into Wurm Online. Once you log in, your character will [[Spawning|spawn]] inside at the tutorial newbie deed of Haven's Landing on the [[Golden Valley (server)|Golden ValleyIndependence]] server. It is strongly recommended to read the informational pop-ups as they will give you vital information on playing Wurm.

After going through the tutorial , you stay local and using explore the Independence server or you can use the [[portal]], you will find yourself in your chosen starting city on the to go to another server you selected. Each starting city has many important items, such as a [[bartender]], [[token]], [[well]], and [[village recruitment board]]. To start, find the bartender and right-click to ask for refreshments. If you decide to join a [[settlement]], you may use the village recruitment board to help you in your search. Settlements are also known as deeds or villages. The token provides you with access to your [[bank account]], which is a safe place to store your in-game [[currency]] and up to 5 items. A few [[trader]]s should also be near you, and they may purchase items from you if they have funds to do so.

For your first 24 hours of play time in Wurm you will receive the benefits of food from the bartender and a divine light source. You also receive other benefits that you can see by hovering over their icons in the top right of your game window. This is to let you learn the game and give you time to become self-sufficient by finding food and water and creating your own light source. You are also given a tent that can be dropped on the ground and used to securely store items and . it is also used as a [[respawn]] point if you die. This can be used temporarily until you build your first house as the tent will decay if left on the ground. You can empty the tent and pick it back up again if you wish to move. You need a 2 x 2 tile space that is not on a deed or within the [[perimeter]] of a deed, that is clear of obstructions and other structures, and that is not at or below water level , in order to drop your tent.

There are in-game maps in Wurm Online ({{key|m}}), however, you will still have to rely on your [[compass]], navigational skills, and wits. To open up the in-game map click the 'map button' on your quickbar (the icon resembles a globe). Luckily, there are player made [[maps]] that will help you get a general idea of where you are. When you enter or leave a [[Settlement|settlement]] you will get a message in the [[Interface and controls#Event window|event window]] telling you the name of the settlement ("You leave Blossom"). [[Examine|Examining]] the ground tiles in and around a settlement can tell you information like "This is within the village of Blossom" or "This is within the [[Settlement#Perimeter|perimeter]] of Blossom". The [[settlement token]] of a [[Settlement|settlement (deed)]] has a compass on top. Asking for directions in local chat might help you on your way as well.

Creatures are abundant in Wurm Online; from [[sheep]] to [[dragons]], [[crocodile]]s to [[rooster]]s. You can normally tell if you're about to be eaten by one by looking at their hover outline - red for aggressive and blue for passive. Some creatures may even be [[mount|ridden]] or [[tame]]d as [[pet]]s, some may be slaughtered for their [[hide]] and [[meat]]. As a new player you probably want to start small though, no picking fights with [[troll]]s or [[bear]]s, stick . Stick with smaller passive animals like [[hen]]s or [[dog]]s until you feel confident and obtain some reasonable [[armour]]. Local guards may be called to help your battle by shouting '''guards!''' in the local chat window - just make sure you're in range!

* [[Pelt]]s are a bi-product, or byproduct of [[butchering items]] from creatures such as [[large rat]]s and [[wild cat]]s.