Starting fresh on a Small Tribes server in ARK: Survival Ascended is one of the most brutal experiences in gaming. Between gathering the materials to build a metal base, taming utility dinos, and getting turrets up, you're looking at days of work before you're even marginally safe. Base kits skip all of that.
What Is a Base Kit?
A base kit is a package of in-game items delivered directly to your character — typically everything you need to go from naked on the beach to having a functional, defended base. Depending on the size of the kit, this can include:
- Metal structures — Foundations, walls, ceilings, doorframes, and hatches to build a starter base
- Turrets and ammo — Heavy Auto Turrets with enough ammo to actually deter raiders
- Generators and electronics — Industrial Forge, Fabricator, Chemistry Bench, and generators to power everything
- Weapons and armor — Flak armor sets, firearms, and ammo to gear up your tribe members
- Taming supplies — Tranq gear, kibble, and traps to start taming on day one
- Utility tames — Ankylosaurus for metal, Doedicurus for stone, Argentavis for transport
Why Buy a Kit Instead of Farming?
Time is the biggest factor on Small Tribes. Other tribes don't stop raiding while you're farming metal. A kit gives you:
- Instant defense — Turrets up immediately means you're not a free raid target from day one
- Days of farming skipped — Metal, polymer, electronics, and cementing paste grind takes 20+ hours solo
- Focus on what matters — PVP, taming, and breeding instead of resource loops
Choosing the Right Kit for Your Situation
Not every kit is the same. Think about:
- Tribe size — A solo player needs a compact, hidden base. A 6-man tribe needs a proper compound with more turrets and more crafting stations.
- Server cluster — Some clusters have different rules on structure limits. Make sure the kit is sized for your specific cluster.
- Stage of wipe — Early wipe kits focus on getting established fast. Late-wipe kits are more about upgrading to top-tier gear.
At Layeh's Market, we offer base kits for every server type on Small Tribes Crossplay and Console — from starter packs to full PVP compounds. Everything is delivered in-game, fast. Browse our kits or join Discord to discuss a custom order.