To get Pupa Leather in Grounded 2’s Into the Abyss update, go under the tree, clear the scorpions, knock down the pupa, harvest Pupa Hide with a Tier 4 axe, then turn the hide into Pupa Leather on a drying rack or at a workbench.
Pupa Leather is back as a usable material in Grounded 2 after Into the Abyss, but the old farming advice can send you to the wrong tool tier. The route is simple once you are ready for the under-tree fight: knock the hanging pupa down, harvest the fallen material properly, then process the hide.
Fast route and requirements
| Need | What to bring |
|---|---|
| Under-tree access | Reach the entrance below the tree. |
| Scorpion prep | Bring gear strong enough to clear several scorpions. |
| Pupa knockdown | Use a bow if possible; a thrown spear can work as a knockdown option. |
| Pupa Hide harvest | Use a Tier 4 axe or upgraded Omni-Axe-level harvesting tool. |
Before you start, treat this as a short combat-and-harvesting run, not a pickup route. The under-tree area has scorpions, and the pupa material still needs the right harvesting tool after it falls.
Key The important part is the tool tier. Knocking the pupa down only gets it onto the ground; you still need to harvest it from there to receive Pupa Hide.
How to get Pupa Hide for Pupa Leather in Grounded 2
This route takes you under the tree, through the scorpion area, and to the hanging pupa material you need for Pupa Leather.
STEP 1/5
Enter the under-tree area
Go to the entrance below the tree and move in ready for a fight.
STEP 2/5
Clear the scorpions
Defeat the scorpions around the route before trying to farm the pupa.
STEP 3/5
Find the hanging pupa
Look for the hanging pupa material in the under-tree area after the enemies are down.
STEP 4/5
Knock the pupa down
Use a bow for the cleanest shot, or a spear if you are using it as the knockdown tool.
STEP 5/5
Harvest the fallen pupa
Chop the fallen pupa with a Tier 4 axe or Omni-Axe-level tool to collect Pupa Hide.
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Make Pupa Leather from Pupa Hide
| Method | Cost |
|---|---|
| Drying rack | 1 Pupa Hide for 1 Pupa Leather over time. |
| Workbench | 3 Pupa Hide for 1 Pupa Leather. |
Once you have Pupa Hide, process it into Pupa Leather. The drying rack is the better material-saving route, while the workbench is the quick craft when you need leather immediately.
Key Use the three-hide workbench cost for Grounded 2 after Into the Abyss; older Grounded material costs are not the number to plan around here.
Use the drying rack for bulk Pupa Leather; spend three hides at the workbench only when you need one piece right away.
Scanning Pupa Hide and Pupa Leather
Scan the new material once you have it, because it opens up fresh crafting options tied to the Into the Abyss progression. One of the unlocks shown for the scan is the Shark Canteen.
The Shark Canteen is useful because it can turn any water into pure water, making it one of the stronger quality-of-life items to chase after you start working with pupa materials. Beyond that, keep scanning both Pupa Hide and Pupa Leather as you collect them so your recipe list stays current.
Mistakes to avoid after Into the Abyss
The biggest trap is following old Grounded advice too literally. In this Grounded 2 route, a Tier 3 Termite Axe is not the tool to plan around; bring the Tier 4 axe requirement instead.
Also, do not expect Pupa Leather to drop directly. You are farming Pupa Hide first, then turning that hide into leather through crafting.
Finally, clear the scorpions before you start knocking pupa down. Trying to farm while they are still active makes the run messier and can interrupt the harvest right when you need to use your axe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you use a Tier 3 Termite Axe for Pupa Hide in Grounded 2 Into the Abyss?
No. For this Grounded 2 Into the Abyss route, use a Tier 4 axe or upgraded Omni-Axe-level harvesting tool for Pupa Hide.
Does Pupa Leather drop directly from pupa?
No. Pupa gives you Pupa Hide after it is knocked down and harvested, and that hide is then made into Pupa Leather.
Is the drying rack better than the workbench for making Pupa Leather?
Yes, when you can wait. The drying rack uses fewer hides, while the workbench is the fast option at a higher hide cost.
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