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Why your stamina doesn’t regenerate immediately
In Enshrouded, stamina management is just as important as health. Running out of stamina at the wrong moment—during combat, gliding, or dodging—often leads straight to death.
One of the least-explained mechanics behind this is Stamina Timeout. If stamina feels slow or inconsistent, this is why.
What Is Stamina Timeout?
Stamina Timeout is a short delay that prevents your stamina from regenerating immediately after performing stamina-heavy actions.
For example:
- Dodge rolling
- Sprinting
- Jumping or gliding
- Heavy combat actions
After using stamina, regeneration is locked for a brief period, even if you stop moving.
Base Stamina Timeout
- Roughly 2 seconds
- Equivalent to taking about four normal jogging steps
- During this time, stamina does not regenerate at all
Think of it as an internal cooldown on stamina regeneration.
What Is Stamina Timeout Reduction?
Stamina Timeout Reduction shortens the delay before stamina regeneration begins.
- It does not increase how fast stamina refills
- It only reduces how long you must wait before regeneration starts
This stat is most commonly found on light armor, especially ranger-focused gear.
Stamina Timeout vs Stamina Regeneration (Key Difference)
These two stats work together—but do different things.
Stamina Timeout Reduction
- Controls when stamina regeneration starts
Stamina Regeneration
- Controls how fast stamina refills after the timeout ends
Important:
Increasing stamina regeneration does nothing if stamina timeout is still active.
For best results, you want both.
Best Way to Improve Stamina Efficiency
To minimize stamina issues:
- Use gear with Stamina Timeout Reduction
- Stack Stamina Regeneration from food and skills
- Maintain the Rested buff
Example (Early to Mid Game)
- Deadeye Boots
- Strong Stamina Timeout Reduction
- +Stamina Regeneration bonus
- Honey (from beehives)
- Boosts stamina regeneration
- Rested buff
- Improves overall stamina recovery
This combination allows near-constant movement and combat without exhaustion.
Why This Matters in Combat & Exploration
Low stamina means:
- No dodging
- Failed grapples
- Dropping mid-glide
- Being stuck in Shroud zones longer than intended
Understanding Stamina Timeout lets you fight longer, move faster, and survive mistakes.
Final Takeaway
If stamina feels unresponsive, the issue isn’t always regeneration—it’s often Stamina Timeout.
Reduce the lockout, then boost regeneration, and stamina stops being a constant problem.
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