7 Days to Die: What’s your must-know tip for cozy fortress survival?

I’ve spent the last few cozy evenings holed up in a converted farmhouse, listening to the rain hammer the roof while a distant groan reminds me that night seven is coming. 7 Days to Die has this incredible way of blending tension and comfort—one moment I’m arranging candles in a window nook, the next I’m frantically patching a collapsing support beam because a demolisher just broke through the spikes. The atmosphere is top-notch, from foggy dawns to thunder-soaked nights, and the sound design makes every creak feel like a threat.

For those of you who’ve been surviving since the early days: what’s the one piece of advice you wish you’d known when you started? Do you prioritize a specific perk build, or swear by a peculiar base design trick? Maybe a hidden POI that’s perfect for a peaceful (ish) camp? I’d love to hear your hard-earned wisdom.