Understanding the Beast
Overview
ARK: Survival Evolved offers a brutal yet captivating experience, a world teeming with prehistoric creatures, perilous environments, and the ever-present struggle for survival. Amongst the diverse roster of dinosaurs and prehistoric beasts that roam the island, few command as much respect – and fear – as the Therizinosaurus. Known for their terrifying claws and formidable power, these creatures represent a significant challenge and a potentially game-changing asset for any survivor brave enough to confront them. This comprehensive guide delves deep into the world of the Therizinosaurus, providing you with everything you need to know to understand, tame, and ultimately master this deadly apex predator in the vast world of ARK.
Habitat and Appearance
These impressive creatures call a variety of environments home, with specific spawn locations across the ARK maps. You’ll commonly find them roaming the Redwood Forests, grassy plains, and other areas with abundant vegetation. Knowing their preferred habitats is crucial for successful hunts and taming attempts. Be mindful, however, that these areas often overlap with other dangerous predators.
Visually, the Therizinosaurus is a sight to behold. It’s instantly recognizable by its large, sickle-shaped claws on its forelimbs, which it uses for both attack and harvesting. The Therizinosaurus in ARK also showcases a feathery plumage, adding to its unique appearance and giving it a more dynamic look. Their size, comparable to a large bear, further underscores their dominance. The color variations of the Therizinosaurus can vary greatly, making it a visually stunning creature to behold.
Behavior
Regarding behavior, these dinosaurs are generally territorial. They will often ignore you, unless you wander too close, especially if you are near their nest, or if you attack them or their companions. Once provoked, however, they become extremely aggressive. Be cautious when approaching them, and always be prepared for a fight.
Stats and Abilities
Stat Overview
Understanding the stats of a Therizinosaurus is crucial to appreciating its power and utilizing it effectively. Like all creatures in ARK, the Therizinosaurus possesses a range of attributes that determine its capabilities.
- Health: Possesses a significant health pool, making it a durable combatant.
- Stamina: High stamina allows for extended periods of combat and resource gathering.
- Melee Damage: Extremely high melee damage output, making its attacks incredibly dangerous.
- Weight: A decent weight capacity for carrying resources and equipment.
- Speed: While not the fastest creature, its base speed is respectable.
- Torpidity: Moderate Torpidity, so you will need to be prepared when taming.
Special Abilities
Beyond its base stats, the Therizinosaurus has specific abilities that set it apart. Its signature attack, utilizing its massive claws, is devastating. It can deal a significant amount of damage in a single swing, making it a formidable opponent in combat.
One of the most attractive elements of the Therizinosaurus is its extraordinary harvesting capability. This is where the different types of attacks, and the diverse selection of different harvests come in. It can be directed towards different resources: Wood, Fiber, Thatch, and Berries, are where you can maximize the utility of your Therizinosaurus. The different types of harvesting are based on the quality of the claws. This harvesting power makes the Therizinosaurus invaluable to survivors who want to efficiently gather resources.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
- High Damage Output: Its melee damage makes it a dominant force in combat, capable of taking down even the toughest opponents.
- Exceptional Harvesting: Excellent at harvesting a wide range of resources, saving time and maximizing resource gathering efficiency.
- Durable: Its high health makes it relatively resilient to attacks.
Weaknesses
- Slow Speed: Its base speed is a disadvantage, especially when trying to escape or pursue enemies.
- Vulnerability to Ranged Attacks: Due to its size, it is easier to hit from a distance.
- Resource Hunger: Like most powerful creatures, it requires significant food consumption.
Taming the Terror
Prerequisites
Before attempting to tame a Therizinosaurus, you’ll need to be prepared. Ensure you’re a suitable level, as it will have an impact on how well you survive, your available stats, and your ability to trap or battle. Gather the necessary resources and tools. These include:
- Narcotics: Crucial for keeping the Therizinosaurus unconscious during the taming process. Always have a large supply.
- Food: The Therizinosaurus’s preferred food is superior kibble. Alternatively, crops such as giant crop are an acceptable alternative.
- Trap: Construction of a secure trap is vital for safely taming a Therizinosaurus. Designs may vary based on player preference.
- Weapons and Equipment: Ensure you have weapons for self-defense and materials to build and maintain the trap.
The Taming Process
Finding and identifying the right Therizinosaurus is the first step. Look for one with good stats. This will be a long term investment, so be sure to check.
Next, the trapping phase. The most common approach involves building a trap large enough to contain the Therizinosaurus. A good design includes a long, walled enclosure with a ramp leading up to a raised platform. Lure the Therizinosaurus into the trap using ranged weapons, keeping a safe distance. Once trapped, secure the entrance with a temporary closing mechanism.
Begin the taming process. The best approach is to feed the creature and keep it unconscious by using narcotics. Keep feeding the Therizinosaurus its preferred food until the taming process is complete.
During taming, avoid being attacked, or allowing other creatures to attack.
Post-Taming
Once tamed, the real fun begins.
- Imprinting: Regularly interacting with your Therizinosaurus through imprinting can significantly boost its stats and effectiveness.
- Naming: Personalize your Therizinosaurus.
Using a Therizinosaurus
Combat
The Therizinosaurus excels in combat. Its high melee damage and health make it an ideal creature for attacking other creatures and defending your base. Learn to use its attacks effectively and strategize.
Resource Gathering
The primary strength is resource gathering. Experiment with the different harvest types to become efficient at obtaining wood, fiber, thatch, and berries. This will dramatically improve the efficiency of your crafting and construction efforts.
Transportation and Utility
The Therizinosaurus is not the best mount for long-distance travel due to its speed. However, it can still be a useful asset.
Tips and Tricks
- Be wary of other predators. The environment can be harsh, so be prepared.
- Keep your Therizinosaurus well-fed to maintain optimal health and stamina.
- Experiment with harvesting methods.
- Breeding can be a good idea, but it is best to have a good understanding of the basics first.
The Therizinosaurus is a challenging and rewarding addition to any survivor’s arsenal. It represents a pinnacle of power and harvesting capability, making it a must-have for experienced players and those seeking to dominate the ARK. Take on the challenge, master the methods, and unleash the power of the Therizinosaurus!
