Generally speaking, it's a good idea to place your base near the Core. The Core has a Waypoint which can teleport you to other areas, and crafting your own Waypoints and Portals is expensive. At least I managed to swing my sword and not a pudding this time. But https://baldursgate3gameplay84050.myparisblog.com/30333661/a-regra-de-2-minutos-para-core-keeper-gameplay