Cairn Gear and Supplies: Pitons, Climbot, Water, and Food
Organizes gear by actual use and resupply timing rather than invented price lists. Check what to inspect before a wall and at bivouacs.
Scope: Cairn main game, PC / PlayStation 5
Checked scope: Mount Kami climbing, early exploration, and supplies. Not a comprehensive list of collectible coordinates or every route. Additions planned for October 29, 2026 are listed separately from the main game.
Sources checked on: 2026-10-16
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Climbing gear roles
Manage limited-quantity tools separately from equipment used according to conditions.
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| Tool | Role | Usage decision |
|---|---|---|
| Normal piton | Securing and resting on walls | Check quantity before a long wall |
| Piton fragments | Recycling materials | At a bivouac, Climbot makes 1 piton from 2 fragments |
| Troglodyte piton | Handles rock unsuitable for normal pitons | An unbreakable special piton; choose where to use it |
| Chalk | Helps grip | Use immediately before a difficult section and check the remaining amount |
| Taping supplies | Finger care | Treat fingers at a bivouac |
| Ice axe / spikes | Grip on ice | Automatically used when directing limbs toward ice |
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This page does not list every item's acquisition coordinates or total count. No unconfirmed prices, weights, or durability values are added.
Cycle supplies with Climbot
Use your companion's functions even after reaching the top of a wall. Treating tools as disposable makes shortages more likely on the next wall.
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| Situation | What to check |
|---|---|
| After reaching safety | Check piton recovery |
| Bivouac | Recycle recovered fragments to replenish pitons |
| Used containers and other rubbish | Use Climbot's processing function to turn them into chalk |
| Before a long wall | Check quantities and return to a supply point if needed |
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Secure food and water before starting a wall
Prepare during flat-ground or cave exploration rather than searching urgently midclimb. If you cannot judge the distance to the next water source, avoid passing up the current one.
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| Supply | Action | Caution |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Refill at a water source | Water is available even early, including around the Escarpment |
| Ingredients | Inspect forage in caves and along the route | Look around even on familiar paths |
| Cooking and recipes | Check ingredients held at a bivouac | Do not start the next wall assuming ingredients you lack |
| Cold protection and condition | Check preparation for night, rain, and snow | Do not judge climbing readiness from food count alone |
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Departure checklist
A single combined check immediately before the next wall reduces shortages discovered partway up.
- Check water and food status and finish any needed resupply.
- Check finger taping. Even with automatic treatment enabled, inspect the actual condition.
- Check piton/chalk quantities and Climbot recycling.
- Recheck whether your pack contains what you need.
- Choose the next resting place before leaving.
Frequently asked questions
Can I discard piton fragments?
They can be reused. Climbot makes 1 piton from 2 fragments at a bivouac, so check them especially when supplies run low.
Normal pitons will not go in
They cannot be placed in hard rock. Reroute to another rock surface or use a suitable special piton. Distinguish timing failure from rock-type restrictions.