Raiding Guide: How to Raid Effectively
Raiding in Rust is about efficiency — spending less sulfur than the loot you gain. Here's the raiding meta.
Raid Costs (Per Wall/Door)
| Structure | Satchel Charges | Timed Explosive (C4) | Rockets | Sulfur Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Wall | 1 | — | 1 | 480-1,400 |
| Stone Wall | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1,920-5,600 |
| Sheet Metal Door | 2 | 1 | 2 | 960-2,800 |
| Armored Door | 6 | 3 | 6 | 2,880-8,400 |
| Garage Door | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1,440-4,200 |
Raid Strategy
- Scout first: Determine the base layout, door path, and online status before spending resources.
- Always go through doors: Most bases have weaker doors than walls. Garage doors are the most common raid entry point.
- Top-down raiding: Climb to the roof and blow down through floors. Tool cupboards are usually on the top floor or center.
- Counter-raiders are the real threat: For every 10 minutes of raiding, expect at least one counter group. Place external turrets if possible.
- Seal the breach: Once you're in, place your own door on the breach. You don't want to be the victim of your own raid.