Starting out in Palia can feel like stepping into a cozy but complex world full of unspoken social norms. If you’re new and feeling a bit overwhelmed, don’t worry. This guide covers the 10 essential etiquette dos and don’ts every beginner should know to navigate Palia with ease. Whether you’re interacting with other players or just exploring the world, these tips will help you create a positive experience both for yourself and for the entire community.

1. Rare Resources: Find, Flare, and Share

Certain rare resources such as Flow Trees, Dairy Cloves, Heatroot, Heartdrop Lilies, Pums, and Rummage Piles are highly sought after. Instead of collecting these quietly, the community norm is to either flare them using a crafted flare arrow or call them out in chat using grid coordinates (e.g., “Dairy Cloves at E3”). If you can’t chat, flaring is enough to help others.

Flare arrows are crafted with Heartwood, Flint, and Crystal Lake Lotuses. Remember: only one flare can be active at a time per player, and they last about three minutes. Help make rare resource gathering a team effort by properly marking finds.

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2. Flow Tree Groves: How to Chop Together

Flow Tree Groves spawn every in-game night at midnight with a distinctive magical sound. When found, it’s good etiquette to call out the location in chat and flare it. Everyone who arrives should tag the trees by hitting them once and then wait until the universal chop time—3:00 a.m. in-game—to chop them down together.

If you find a second grove later in the night (after 3:00 a.m.), set a new universal chop time about three in-game hours later. This practice helps ensure everyone benefits fairly.

3. Hunting: Tagging and Sharing

When hunting creatures, it’s courteous to allow all nearby players to get a tag (hit the creature once) before taking it down. This guarantees loot for everyone involved. This courtesy doesn’t apply to regular Cernics and Choas that can be one-shot with standard arrows, but for tougher prey, sharing is key.

Check for nearby players by glancing at the player number on your chat interface, and be mindful not to snipe a creature someone else is clearly already engaging.

4. Fishing Together: Boosts for All

Fishing next to another player activates a “Fishing Together” buff, reducing hook time by 10%. If you see someone fishing, feel free to drop your line next to them and enjoy the mutual benefits. It’s a small gesture, but it creates a sense of camaraderie.

5. Helping New Players

If you notice someone struggling with low-level tools, lend a hand by hitting trees or rocks they’re working on. Both of you will get the loot, and your assistance can make a big difference in helping newer players feel welcomed.

6. Fulfill Item Requests

Helping fulfill item requests is another great way to support the community. Not only does it make life easier for others, but you also earn Renown in return. If you frequently request items, make an effort to fulfill others’ needs as well—pay it forward!

7. Visiting Player Plots

When visiting another player’s plot, always announce your arrival using the nearby chat tab. If your plot is set to public, don’t be upset if strangers pop in. Conversely, if you’re visiting, take a moment to water crops that need it. Small gestures of kindness go a long way.

If you prefer privacy, remember you can close your plot to visitors in your settings.

8. Honey Lures: Gratitude Matters

If you benefit from someone’s honey lure while bug catching, thank them—either in chat or with a friendly emote like a wave. Crafting these lures takes effort and resources, so a little appreciation can make a big difference. While it’s not mandatory to announce when you drop a lure, it’s certainly appreciated if you do.

9. Hot Pot Etiquette

Hot Pot at the Night Market is a beloved mini-game, but it can get chaotic. With the recent addition of a second table, there’s less need to rush or spam buttons to claim a seat.

• Be patient if a game is in progress.
• Wait 10–20 seconds between rounds to allow previous players to rejoin.
• Avoid rushing others reviewing end-of-game stats.
• Be mindful that invisible player glitches exist—there might be more players than you can see.

If tables are full, simply refresh your server by leaving and re-entering the Night Market. Hot Pot runs every night between 6 p.m. and 3 a.m. in-game, so there’s plenty of time.

10. Prize Wheel Courtesy

After Hot Pot, you’ll likely want to spend your prize coins at the prize wheel. Please wait your turn if someone is already spinning. Form a line if needed—there’s no need for drama. If the Night Market is busy, consider coming back later when it’s quieter.

Final Thoughts

Etiquette in Palia isn’t about strict rules—it’s about creating a welcoming and fair environment for everyone. By following these simple dos and don’ts, you’ll help make Palia a better place for all adventurers, whether they’re seasoned players or newcomers setting foot into the world for the first time.

Happy gaming, and may your adventures in Palia be filled with kindness, camaraderie, and cozy memories!