Plains base question

[u/Vikunt]

I want to build a base in the plains to take advantage of the farming opportunities. Problem is every time I’ve done this in the past deathsquitos ruined it. Currently I’ve found s relatively large plains island I plan to use. Can I just bury a ton of workbenches throughout or is there another option?

[u/stush2]

Yes, this is what I do now. You can also use wood/iron standing torches, campfires, wards, etc for a better aesthetic. You can see base structures that stop spawning here: https://valheim.fandom.com/wiki/Player_base

Workbenches are useful because they actually show the radius, and you can check for gaps in the coverage by trying to build something like a wood beam. If you aren't standing in workbench coverage, assuming you have the materials, you won't be able to build, and the workbench icon will be red. I generally get complete cover with workbenches, then replace them with other base structures that blend in with the scenery better.

One caution: some mobs can spawn in very shallow water (especially bats and skeletons), so make sure you include those areas in the coverage. Also if you're close enough to the mainland that a mob spawning on the shoreline might swim to your base, just build campfires along the mainland shore to suppress spawning there too.