Iron

Iron is an ore found across the map. It is very useful as it is needed for crafting most ranged weaponry. Iron is also very good for beginners. Iron is found in the form of Iron Ore and needs to be smelted by a campfire to create Iron Bars. It can also be dropped by Iron Shellies, or found inside Ice Nodes.

Iron is the seventh strongest material, right behind Steel.

Location
Iron Ore nodes can be found scattered around the map in caves, as well as in Ice Nodes. Iron Ore can also be dropped by Iron Shellies which can be killed by a Stone Pickaxe or better. Another place where you can obtain Iron is from Iron Rocks. Iron Rocks are most common around the map. Shelly Friend also drops Iron Ore.

Bars
Iron Bars are used to create items such as; Iron Armor, Iron Pickaxe, Iron Axe, Mace, Bolts, Radio, Saddle, Big Saddle, Magnetite Crossbow, Crossbow, Iron Bow, Iron Turret, and more. It can also be used to make Iron Walls and Iron Gates for bases.

Ores
Iron Ore is used for the production of Steel Mix.

Trivia

 * The Iron rock is slightly transparent.
 * Iron was one of the best ores in the game at it's initial release.
 * Iron is a very strong ore for new players.
 * 60 more health when wearing armor