Originally posted by TVMAN:

What gear are you using? I first explored the swamp and mined my first iron with upgraded troll armor, a bronze buckler, a bronze mace, and poison resistance/healing potions. I also set up a portal outpost just outside the swamp because, well, you are going to die a few times until you can get iron armor and equipment. Having some backup gear for death runs also helps.

Yep, had all the bronze gear, food, potions...you name it, I thought I was ready. Got stomped by two camps? I dont know, my gear is out there and Im making all new stuff now. Not a big deal, I have tons of troll gear I can put together. But the fact of the matter is, I was there for a few minutes and yeah, Im not going back to that, Im not sure its worth it at this point.