The Hermit - ULTIMATE Cozy SOLO BUNKER Base for 2024

[@dustgg]

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[@Goyimknowsitall]

"cosy" is my most hated word in rust all i want is strong defendable bases Like "Grail V2" from gamelightz

[@Jahahshbzzbjz]

Dust will your drops ever come back

[@WR3XKA]

Man I’m already subbed and I’m trying this base out

[@tommim2423]

Agree, we want to have a chance to get the Dust garagae door skins etc as well :D@@Jahahshbzzbjz @dustgg

[@derqatarzan4207]

@@Goyimknowsitallif it ain’t cozy, it ain’t with defending

[@Tranqspace]

20 seconds in and I have to say the best thing about this video is the fact you took the time to make sure this was do-able on console. I have 2K hours and watch every single one of your videos for most of my designs and sadly a lot end up being PC only or a few have niche workarounds. We console dwellers really appreciate stuff like this that we can do with no-hastle ❤

[@Tranqspace]

15:18 is the only issue I had with building on console, the easy workaround was build lower triangle foundations, use half walls to build/upgrade the frames then delete the rest.

[@thepebblesexplore83]

On console and I would kill for barrels or electric furnaces.

[@Tranqspace]

@@thepebblesexplore83 same, the area he used for electric furnaces I just opted to make a locker space with an additional small box (no half height shelf).

[@GrubGang69]

Too many rce players using wiljum bunkers 🤣🤣🤣

[@TTVflamegamz]

I agree man it's so annoying

[@nopenope5601]

Came for the build. Stayed for the compound. Subbed for the "I love you."

[@jameskrause1899]

tbh thats exactly the same story for me.

[@SarahNotSara]

Same for me ❤

[@flawlessfootball9416]

Not having as much time to play anymore really has made me appreciate ´´The Nook´´ and this base looks to not dissapoint either. Amazing as always

[@dustgg]

I relate. I think as the game has matured people are looking for simpler solutions for bases, even though building metas are getting more and more complex.

[@swapnilmishra7368]

@@dustgg Yeah, we love simple bunkers like these compared to the 10 squares away extension and blah blah blah. Amazing base, thanks

[@liscastro4350]

Oh God, I never imagined I could fall in love with a base.

[@jahlert156]

As someone who doesn’t like building massive bases with external TCs I always love using dusts builds simple and efficient

[@RealStickyNicky]

I don’t recommend this video to anyone because I want it for myself, it’s THAT good. So here’s a tip to make up for my selfishness.

[@sawyered101]

ok

[@Grant-m9h]

shut the hell up

[@DaltonbIMON]

Nah Im building This master piece

[@DBoys13]

@@DaltonbIMONfr

[@samuriesteel1618]

Nah bruh it's not happening I'm building thia

[@baska-]

If you are wondering, you can add a triangle hatch on top of the bunker and also have a level 3 in front of that window. I also expanded the top floor a little bit and now a duo can easily play out of it. Great base, very cheap.

[@dylansheehan3163]

Did you build shooting floor? I need something to take the helicopter down

[@FantasticKruH]

I started playing vanilla recently and I realised how important a cheap base is, especially as a solo.

[@baska-]

@@FantasticKruH yeah, small + 2 layers for TC + bunker = people won't raid you unless you upset them

[@FantasticKruH]

@@baska- did you add any layers on the back? Or are two walls enough to deter players from tc?

[@baska-]

@@FantasticKruH to be honest, last wipe I saw at least 5 Hermits on the first day or two so I stopped building it because, as you noticed, TC has become easy to find. If you really want to protect your TC, I would advise building something circular where 3 layers is still cheap, or else I don't think it's worth adding more layers on the back because doors -> bunker or sides will be cheaper and you always want the same raid cost no matter where they come from. That's just my two cents, though.

[@benjaminholmes4847]

Also slapped a triangle metal ladder hatch on top of the bunker entrance. Also great for getting up and down. Can also be placed after the bunker is sealed.

[@willbarlas6216]

Smart

[@Leonardo.68]

Can you place it with a t3? Doesn't it's hitbox mess with the hatch?

[@bikelifedan9905]

I appreciate the Audio and stating what your doing so I don’t mess up something and get 3/4 way through and be like damn that was a half wall …

[@BosunRust]

Great base. I've been building this for years can confirm its a beast.

[@BosunRust]

If you create a wrap around ontop on the honeycomb and then pancake layer the 1st floor adds 16 rockets to the raid top down.

[@codyedwards5517]

I have been looking for solo design JUST like this. Man you delivered! Glad I found your content. Can’t wait for more solo stuff like this.

[@forfeitthegame6903]

So this is the best base I have ever seen. Only play solo and this is the exact base I want. Love stability bunker and this base doesn't even look like it has one

[@s2piro]

I built this last night on a test server..was a lot easier than I expected! Feel like I have a better understanding of some of the basic building concepts that I can use in my own designs in the future. Thanks for the guide 😺

[@aKalishnacough]

Im currently two weeks into using this base and it is an absolute gem. I'm happy to glaze you because its a great design. I added an extra floor for more storage. 10/10 would window.

[@homestar118]

Ive memorized this base build. I’m a paranoid solo who loves to hunker down in a little turtle shell so this really appeals to me. The only downside is how the storage space is truly elevated by having the DLC. Without it, you run out of space and have to either use the upstairs area or expand on the base free-hand. But that’s literally the only thing I’d call a problem

[@DJGrippaGrain]

Came back to rust after 5 years. Screwed up my base so now Im here. FR, its cute and cozy, I dig.

[@HoosherDaddyGaming]

Does this mean it still works? Bunkers and all? I wanna try it for wipe this week I think

[@ArsonPanda909]

Very cool base design and thank you for taking it slow and explaining step by step what you're doing. Some videos people rush and easy to lose track of what is going on. Thanks!

[@Kn4Dian]

Came for the Base, stayed for the amazing content! thanks a lot this is my go to now!

[@austinsurprise1395]

Just built it on official today in one go, it’s absolutely wonderful as a solo. Certified Dust special!

[@tededwardsjunior]

I love that you can build this WITHOUT having to be able to "admin float". I don't really play on my own servers, so I can't "no clip" everywhere I DO play...nice easy design....easy to mod up so it's not the same "as seen on TV"...good stuff bro....

[@Nahualaa]

Watching this over and over while I practice so this can be my go to base ... probably for the next few years 😂

[@davidmorrow-uy4rp]

Built this last wipe, I put ladder hatch on bunker aswell so made it like a pancake layer

[@iluy]

Excellent base model. I liked. Congratulations

[@Random-dq6td]

Need a WillyJ video using this base. Ultimate roleplayer base.

[@buzkera]

I gotta say, my favourite solo base. This tank has defended 2 offline raids so far on a monthly server, testing if it if can last entire wipe. For solo you got everything you need.

[@HighMastermind]

i added some planters and an extra floor and this base is a legit powerhouse, everything you could need in one building and it's near unraidable

[@8nti]

sick build, matching the roof on the bottom, placing one at the other square next to it connects them both together adding more protection to core if raiders was going thru walls

[@benjamencaballero2231]

I just opened youtube to look for a base and god dust drops another banger

[@nikossiderakos878]

for jump up you can use barbeque and you can seal it if you dont have blueprints

[@Danny87R]

Underrated comment

[@Valvad0ss]

I appreciate you so much man! This makes things so much easier for me just starting out!

[@vrisix1776]

6:24 Woah that tip really smart 🧠

[@oskargrankall4551]

great vid, great base, and a great tutorial. The best base design youtube man there is.

[@hassankaram878]

i'm 0.1 seconds in and can confirm this is a certified Dust special

[@Astrnauted]

Should have said Dust classic

[@EntityK]

I haven't even made it through adds and I can already confirm this is indeed a dust classic

[@Aesthxticz-]

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[@saucyman1581]

u realize how annoying u are?

[@today7446]

Gay

[@DingusGames01]

I like how he told us tips for early game and witch doors not to use truly a good tutorial

[@1NDICTMENT]

i really like the solo base content coming out, it's a really nice refreshing change of pace from everything else out there and ur usual stuff. keep it up :D

[@battlekry1978]

I needed a base and I like this one so Ima try it out :D

[@Fungussss]

I LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU, WINDOW. (btw, stone barricade isn't a default BP, it cost 20 scrap and you can learn it on the T1 techtree)

[@dustgg]

🐐

[@ProHaloCe]

really enjoy the way you explain things!

[@brodes]

Well done Dust! Another cinematic gem! Appreciate all the hard work and attention to detail. Great video.

[@Sharpypus]

Man, your electricity guide was one of the most simple I've seen. Thanks! Do you have any guides on automating the electric furnaces so they can automatically fill the TC or anything like that?

[@drip930]

yo i just saw the tour and i already know this what im gon be building each time im solo

[@nydasaa]

This was a amazing video man perfect for me since I play solo a lot

[@ABlindHilbily]

Love this base. I slapped an Alone in Tokyo style raised bedroom/shooting floor on it and it's perfect for me. Much love and appreciate the electric guide because I needed it 😂.

[@DaltonbIMON]

This is the best basse i have ever seen

[@shuman26V]

One slight improvement for the electricity at the end.. its good that you use splitters for the furnaces, but instead of having 2 branches feeding 2 splitters, you can feed directly from the final turret branch into a splitter, and then connect your 2 splitters to that splitter. Because with your setup, regardless of having furnaces on or off, it will still draw 20 power

[@helmholtzthemulewatson4763]

I was just gona say this. He is right to say splitters are better but his reasoning is not correct for this use case. You can also eliminate the second splitter altogether wiring the splitters of the mainline of the first branch allowing for less power consumption while furnaces are not running. Or better yet branch furnaces before the battery to avoid the 20% tax.

[@prestonjohnson7656]

Hey Im new to electrical in rust anyway you could explain that a lil better for me haha My furnaces keep shutting off with the power he had me do in the video

[@shuman26V]

@@prestonjohnson7656If it works sometimes, sounds like youre not producing enough power.. add another turbine or another solar panel or 2 using root combiners. So turbine + solar panel -> root combiner/s -> battery

[@prestonjohnson7656]

@@shuman26Vthank you so much it worked. but sadly got raided but time to rebound.

[@Yamstarch]

As someone that plays solo 90 of the time, this might be one of my fav bases I have ever seen I ADORE cozy feeling bases that feel homey and secure. That said, with the way the drop box is placed is it possible to use a ladder hatch to get in and out as opposed to a bunker mechanic? I know without the bunker there is no need for the drop box, but he more storage is more storage.

[@svent7511]

Great video and base ❤. As a solo player I may build it on this wipe. Like the gate house, but I believe external TC is a must so would always recommend, even if build back is to the external walls. Also electrics as a solo, run 3 elec furnaces on 13 power you don’t need more. Optional add 2 more conveyors (4) and automate wood burning furnaces, so 15 power total. Lastly increase height of windmill to increase power generation, you could power 5 turrets, lights and automation on 1 windmill.

[@ins0m4niac55]

This is how information should be presented in school facilitys.

[@Questsss]

Can't wait to use this for my solo wipe!!

[@TexasCajunz]

Revising my comment. I messed up the vendy part by tc but I was able to save the base by using industrial stuff to collect and send things to tc. Sick build.

[@gravity00x]

How on earth is that an "intro"?! That is the most cinematic "rust-anything" I've ever seen. If rust would only look that good. Holy crap. Do you import the entire Base etc. into some 3d Software/ Unreal Engine and redo the lighting and camera and everything? Even the character animation looks like it's mo-capped. That looks unreal. Absolutely cracked!

[@dustgg]

Yeah I ninjarip the base from the game, retexture it in blender, and bring it into UE5.

[@braydenstrange4610]

thanks for the design man, using base now

[@TheLoicdu34]

Quelle base incroyable, j'ai été visité deux fois dans la semaine et il ne sont pas arrivés au loot... J'ai posé aujourd'hui la conpound + les tourelles auto... Merci pour ce design incroyable !!!

[@joegerace7845]

Can you do something similar but with an extra storage room in the bunker?

[@pepijn.2252]

Omg, This base is just beautiful. Well done Dust. keep the good base designs up!

[@fenn7437]

This build is so cozy i love it

[@Purpleanarch1st]

this is by far the best solo base i've ever seen Edit: Thx for the like Dust

[@crimelord90]

Check out the throne by gamelightz

[@patelbhavya9669]

Man this base looks great i'm gonna use this base in next wipe thanks man :)

[@Siegerbilt]

Not sure if it's been posted or not, but you don't consume power using electrical branches if the powered device is off, but you DO lose the ability to use that power further down the e-branch chain. So, if you have 6 electric furnaces, you need to set the e-branch to 18, but if the furnaces are off, the battery will show a power draw of 0, and the power out on the e-branch will only have 82 power available to use. This is why a lot of people use a separate electrical system for furnaces and/or conveyors.

[@howdyrogue]

Thank you bro. I really appreciate the tutorial on the electrical furnaces too

[@LoveIcyy]

1 second in and it’s a certified banger

[@zexsurr]

this is def going to be a new base for me. just recently got back into the game after a year or so and the base metas have changed quite a bit and these vids are awesome!!

[@stealthkiss]

Well played Sir. Cozy af. Nice presentation as well

[@kilebrazel5868]

Dudeee and i thought your last bunker video was amazing. THIS IS IT! Thankyou for everything you do dust!

[@mr_gold1803]

i love your bases and cause of you i started to make bases to and upload them to youtube i just want to say thank you for your videos

[@Raze1118x]

I always tune back when I go through rust phases and your content always impresses man ❤

[@dylansheehan3163]

So if you don’t have barrels how many boxes would u fit in that 10 box loot room?

[@Danny87R]

I just tried it out, managed 3 large and 3 small on each shelf

[@MrCrazy_xX69]

Honestly if your like a solo or maybe even duo looking to build a starter then later expand to a bigger base this is perfect

[@iRexxye]

I’m looking forward to this! Tried the last one bro and it was great

[@alperca46]

W base bro! in my case i replaced the windows on the roof airlock to be a vending machine :D

[@chrisdc.9626]

Not even 1/4 way in but gotta say ya intros bro are on another level man 🔥🔥🔥

[@Yelnats101]

followed the video and built the base. :) i like it

[@fenrirsplayhouse4411]

Built this today, neighbor tried to blow in thinking I was offline sadly he donated his boom and the 947 HQM he had in his base :)

[@CHEDDAHD]

these Unreal scenes are genuinely unreal for Rust content of any kind

[@dustgg]

Appreciate it! I've been having a ton of fun making them.

[@CHEDDAHD]

@@dustgg It's only a matter of time before you are doing some of that Unreal work w/ Tokyo, BP, and especially Willjum

[@Ĵ乂-d5z]

Love this base I'm gonna try it

[@chronicallydazed5446]

"definitely don't log off with your rockets in there" you sir, are brave to assume I'll have rockets 😂😂😂

[@theblindtagpodcastwithyour686]

Yep come Sunday I will rock this one! Thanks

[@Kappakaano]

I'm building it right now!

[@grungefrog7840]

Friendly tip you can actually put 3 shotgun traps in the single door jump up

[@highground2320]

I've used this in two wipes so far, had adapt the design a bit as only having turrets on one side make its easily Raided from the rear (even with a compound)

[@Mad_Skeletron]

It would also need a bunch of honeycomb on the back since it's just one scrap metal wall to the loot

[@GrubGang69]

Loving your base builds ✌🏻 building all your slightly older bases on RCE and they be holding up with a few tweaks 😬

[@RSnerd101]

It's really refreshing that you're finally doing bases that's meant for solos, I do enjoy watching your videos while having my brunch, keep it up. I have a request, is it possible for you to revamp some old KZbinr rust base, since that base design is long patch, and that youtuber doesn't even reply of his own videos anymore. Like dead dead. Prob irl commitments I guess. Hordy711, 2x2 base with the checky vending machinessssssss, I used to build that every single wipe, it was also featured on other youtubers stream once, the full metal base. 😂

[@YourAvarageSwede]

Real cool base. Easy to extend too. Just start with a 2, 3 or 4 by 1 instead to make it bigger for a bigger team.

[@Grigsbyhaulingservices]

Best build I've done in awhile. Thanks bro

[@Istormur]

My wife and I just build this on our solo/duo server! Thanks Dust rust

[@Danny87R]

I just learned the hard way that you have to put the half height shelf in the furnace room before you put the door frame in doh. Also its hard to fit automation storage adapters on all 3, i managed two so i guess one just wont be used haha

[@boonk_maine9593]

Definitely a great base to use! Thanks for the awesome video! Just a note from use, a turret on the back side is worth having, if your getting raided from the back anyways it probably won't do much, but more as a deterrent lol

[@SaphireOwler]

I Have a question what is the ligh wall behide the worckbench (at 0:49) is that a rug skin or house DLC bundle ? Thanks alot

[@darkopz]

With the increase health of armored doors, does it make sense to use windows to cover loot rooms or tc anymore. Also, for anyone that might drive themselves crazy, stone barricades do require a BP. They don’t require a workbench to craft.

[@dustgg]

Yeah my bad they're 20 scrap! I still use windows especially in a setup like this where there are vending machines/window embrasures/windows covering it because it's more expensive to raid than an armored door. The first embrasure blocks 100% of splash damage so it takes 3 rockets to break that, and then another 3 to break the window behind it.

[@darkopz]

@@dustgg i appreciate the reply and info. I was quite certain rockets would splash both. Now I need to check.

[@darkopz]

@@dustggI did test this and was not able to replicate your results. The rockets do splash the embrasure and window. I tried it with embrasure in front and back. Rockets splashed it both ways. I even used armored window, and it's still only 4 rockets to blow past them. Give it a try yourself and let me know if you think it's changed. With this information, I'd argue an armored door still provides more protection, along with being able to bag and give a team mate the code to get TC. They need your help to remove the window to get TC.

[@goinawol9447]

This is great. I suggest instead of ladder, use ladder hatch. Theyre pretty cheap but also prove that tiny bit of extra defense when leaving base and not sealing.

[@Moonkiller078]

AMAZING BASE DESIGN

[@sixtensvedberg8339]

'speaking of the roof that looks like shit'' killed me xd, Amazing base love it

[@frontlinedolla1815]

Definitely love it

[@DoctorJinks]

How you continue to outdo yourself with editing is beyond me Well done once again

[@yhoang06]

Using this base right now, works super well and I’ll let you know if I get raided.

[@canaanlawrence7351]

I wish I could subscribe twice. This guy puts out straight bangers.

[@Alex-pm6cl]

More solo bases with this bunker please!

[@_Barsukoff_]

Thx 4 your work, it's amazing. And it's so nice to build, because we can build step by step♥

[@delphic_rabbit]

At 0.47 - 0.48 what is the bookshelf placed on the wall to the left? I don’t believe I’ve ever seen that skin before

[@dustgg]

It's just a rug skin from the workshop - not in the game.

[@delphic_rabbit]

@@dustggah that’s to bad, hopefully it makes it to the market. I need that lol