To plan and build a house, you'll need a flat piece of ground, a [[mallet]] (later you can also use an [[Iron Hammer]]), and for each wall 20 [[planks]] and a [[Large Nails]]. You'll also need some [[Carpentry]] skill dependant on how big
your house will be. If you are in a [[:Category:villages | village]], you might want to ask for the nails, [[mallet]] and someone with high carpentry skill to plan your house.
== Finding a Location ==
When you think you are ready to make your first house the first thing you are going to need is a place to do so. Keep in mind you will want some basic resources nearby such as water, trees, and exposed rock for making a mine tunnel. Now that you have wandered around a little and think you have found "The Spot" take a moment to check your local chat for people. If no one is around try to check around at least 30 tiles in every direction for existing houses and settlements. If you do find some sign of a settlement it is considered proper etiquette to contact the owner before beginning construction. While the established player does not own anything outside their deeded area, building on someone's doorstep is considered rude. Normally an established player will ask you to not build close but might guide you to a location that is just as nice or better nearby. A good relationship with your neighbors improves everyone's time in Wurm and helps avoid misunderstandings.
== Flattening the ground ==