Chests Guide - 99 Nights in the Forest
Discover all the chests scattered throughout the forest. Learn about different chest types, their loot tables, spawn conditions, and strategies for finding the most valuable items.
Chest System Overview
Hidden throughout the forest are treasure troves waiting to be discovered. These magical chests hold the keys to your survival - from humble tools to legendary weapons. Master the art of chest hunting to unlock the forest's greatest secrets.
Available Chests
Regular chests that can be found throughout the forest based on your campfire level
The most common chest, it appears as a small, cubic, wooden box with metal corners. It helps new players get a start.
Can be found around the map starting at Campfire level 2.
9 items
Heals 50 health and can revive downed players.
Increases inventory capacity to 15 items.
An improved axe that takes only 5 hits to chop down a tree.
A basic light source with 50% max capacity that can stun The Deer.
A melee weapon with better range and damage than an axe.
A ranged weapon for killing entities from a distance.
Ammo for the Revolver weapon.
A valuable source of fuel for the campfire.
Grows flowers one day after being planted.
Second most common chest. Has cylindrical lid, found around map from campfire level 2.
Can be found around the map starting at Campfire level 2.
10 items
Reduces incoming damage.
Fuels campfire and flamethrower.
Melee weapon with increased damage and range.
Ranged weapon for distant combat.
Ammo for revolver.
Heals 50 HP and revives downed players.
Increases inventory to 15 items (17 with Scavenger).
Chops trees in 5 hits.
Grows berries after 1 day.
Lobby currency for purchasing classes.
Third most common chest. Upgraded with cylindrical lid and full metal frame, found from campfire level 3.
Can be found around the map starting at Campfire level 3.
12 items
Single-shot ranged weapon that requires Rifle Ammo.
Ammo for the Rifle weapon.
Ranged weapon for distant combat.
Ammo for revolver.
100% capacity flashlight that stuns The Deer. Recharges near campfire or fireflies.
Increases inventory to 15 items (17 with Scavenger).
Places down up to 3 spike walls.
Fuels campfire and flamethrower.
Reduces incoming damage.
Grows flowers after 1 day.
Melee weapon with increased damage and range.
Lobby currency for purchasing classes.
Uncommon chest with smooth wooden finish, metal trim, and gold accents. Contains high-end items, found from campfire level 5.
Can be found around the map starting at Campfire level 5.
12 items
Single-shot ranged weapon that requires Rifle Ammo.
Ammo for the Rifle weapon.
Heavy armor that provides significant damage reduction.
Grows berries after 1 day.
Grows flowers after 1 day.
Grows chili after 1 day.
High-value fuel source for the campfire.
Chops large trees in 35 hits, small trees in 1 hit.
Increases inventory to 25 items (27 with Scavenger).
Lobby currency for purchasing classes.
Fully heals the player (100 HP) and can revive downed players.
Places down up to 3 Bear Traps.
Very rare chest only obtainable from deep within the forest, with very valuable loot. Large wooden chest with golden trim and lock. Replaces Ruby Chest upon opening, found mostly on map edges.
Can spawn at any campfire level but is more common in remote locations.
11 items
Chops large trees in 35 hits, small trees in 1 hit.
Heavy armor that provides significant damage reduction.
Places down up to 3 barbed wire walls.
100% capacity flashlight that stuns The Deer. Recharges near campfire or fireflies.
Increases inventory to 25 items (27 with Scavenger).
Fully heals the player (100 HP) and can revive downed players.
Lobby currency for purchasing classes.
High-value fuel source for the campfire.
Heavy melee weapon with high damage but slow attack speed.
Used to upgrade crafting bench to level 4 and build tier 4 structures.
Craft 4 fragments into Gem of the Forest to upgrade bench to level 5.
Rarest chest in the game, most commonly found in deepest areas and Cultist Stronghold. Downgrades to Gold Chest after opening, can be farmed by repeatedly raiding stronghold. Found from campfire level 2-3, mainly at level 6, guaranteed after stronghold completion.
Can spawn as early as Campfire level 3, but is more common at level 6 and is guaranteed after clearing the Cultist Stronghold.
6 items
Fastest tree-cutting tool. Small trees: 2 hits, large trees: 25 hits. Can be held down continuously.
Throwable weapon with extremely fast rate and high range. Affected by gravity.
Reduces all incoming damage when held.
Armor that damages enemies on contact while reducing damage taken.
Most powerful ranged weapon, firing pellet spread. Uses unique shotgun ammo.
Craft 4 fragments into Gem of the Forest to upgrade bench to level 5.
Only obtainable by clearing all enemies in Cultist Stronghold. Always drops 5 Diamonds. Large glowing blue chest with silver trim and star-shaped lock.
Only obtainable by clearing all enemies in the Cultist Stronghold.
1 items
Lobby currency for purchasing classes. Guaranteed 5 diamonds drop.
Understanding Chests
Learn everything about the chest system, from basic mechanics to advanced strategies
🎁Chest System Basics
Chests are your treasure troves scattered throughout the forest! 🎁 From humble coal to powerful shotguns, these magical boxes contain everything you need to survive and thrive. Found inside structures, each chest variant offers unique loot - the rarer the chest, the better the rewards. Master the art of chest hunting to unlock the forest's greatest treasures!
- • Available: Regular chests found throughout the map
- • Event: Special chests from limited-time events
- • Rarity: From Common to Ruby, better loot in higher tiers
- • Based on campfire level progression
- • Location-specific spawns (remote areas, caves)
- • Event-triggered spawns
- • Some chests replace others after opening
💎Rarity System
Chests follow a clear rarity progression system, with higher-tier chests containing more valuable and powerful items.
- • Common → Good → Iron → Legendary
- • Gold and Ruby chests for advanced players
- • Diamond chests for completionists
- • Basic tools and weapons in common chests
- • Advanced armor and weapons in higher tiers
- • Unique items and blueprints in rare chests
- • Currency and special materials in top tiers
🏰Special Access Chests
Some of the most valuable chests require completing specific challenges or exploring special locations.
- • Completing the Stronghold grants access to multiple higher tier chests
- • Diamond Chests become available
- • Strong Chests appear more frequently
- • Access to exclusive loot and materials
- • Going through the Ice Temple gives access to Ice Chests
- • Contains ice-themed weapons and armor
- • Event-exclusive loot during Snow Biome events
- • Unique frozen items and materials
Quick Reference
Essential chest information at a glance
Chest Types
6 regular chests + 4 event chests with unique loot tables
Spawn Conditions
Based on campfire level, location, and special events
Rarity System
From Common to Ruby, each tier offers better loot
Special Access
Stronghold completion and Ice Temple exploration unlock exclusive chests
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