Susan JessicaYou know how people talk about the thrill of taming creatures in Ark: Survival Evolved? Yeah, I thought I had a solid plan for my first encounter with the Ark Megatherium. Spoiler alert: I got tossed across the map like a ragdoll. But, hey—it’s all part of the experience, right? So, grab a seat and let me walk you through what happened. If you like a mix of disaster, humor, and a touch of triumph, stick around.
The Ark Megatherium—What’s All the Fuss?
So, let’s break it down first. The Ark Megatherium is basically an ancient sloth—think of the creature from the Ice Age movies, but real, and with way more muscle. These guys are big, slow-moving, and a little grumpy if you mess with them. They’re known for swatting anything in their path with wicked swipes that deal major damage.
What sets the Megatherium apart from all the other creatures on the island is its special ability: it gets a bonus when attacking insects. I didn’t know this when I first spotted one. I thought, “Big, slow sloth? Easy tame!” I was so, so wrong.
Here’s what you’re up against:
- Size: They’re massive. Like, “I might need to build a new house just to fit one of these” massive.
- Combat Skills: These creatures can smash their way through swarms of insects. You’re looking at a walking powerhouse.
- Taming: Taming the Ark Megatherium is no joke. It takes patience, prep, and a whole lotta bullets.
At this point, you’re probably wondering if it’s worth the trouble. Spoiler: It totally is. But you’ll need a solid plan—trust me on this.
The Search Begins
Alright, the hunt for my first Ark Megatherium started like any good Ark adventure—excited and somewhat naive. I was armed with tranquilizer darts, a decent stash of narcotics, and, well, a bit too much hope. You’d think by now I’d know better.
Anyway, here’s the kicker. I find this beast in a dense forest. And it was, to put it mildly, massive. The thing was like a walking mountain. I thought, “Okay, I’ll just stay at a safe distance, shoot a couple of darts, and boom, we’re done. Easy.” Yeah, that didn’t happen.
The first dart hit. It stumbled. The torpor bar started climbing. Success? Not quite. The Ark Megatherium let out an earth-shaking roar, and with one swipe—BAM—I was sent flying backward like I’d just been hit by a wrecking ball. “What the heck just happened?” I thought. I was on the ground, dazed, trying to figure out if I’d just been hit by a truck or a really angry sloth.
The short answer? A really angry sloth.
Lesson Learned: You Need More Than A Dart
Fast forward past three failed attempts where I tried (and failed) to dodge its giant claws. Seriously, my dodging skills were about as effective as using a broken umbrella in a hurricane. The first lesson learned: Get some distance. That swipe? Absolute game-changer.
I tried again, this time from a mount, thinking I was being clever. I was not. The moment I got within range, it swiped, and guess what? My mount was knocked out in one hit. Sigh. I was sent tumbling once again, and the Megatherium went back to doing its thing.
Note to self: Next time, don’t bring a mount that’s more fragile than your coffee mug on a Monday morning.
The Comeback: Patience, Preparation, and (Almost) No Panic
Okay, okay. At this point, I was really frustrated, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t determined. The Megatherium had taken me on a wild ride across the map, but that wasn’t going to be the end of my journey.
I realized that brute force wasn’t going to work. It was all about strategy. Here’s what I had to do:
- Stay high and safe: The ground was clearly a dangerous place to be. I needed to be on a mount, preferably one that wasn’t made of paper mache.
- Clear the area: Any insect, any predator, anything that could aggro my Megatherium had to go. No distractions.
- Focus on patience: I couldn’t rush this. I had to be slow and steady, which, frankly, was a hard pill to swallow for someone like me who has the attention span of a goldfish on espresso.
And that’s when it hit me. I needed a bird’s-eye view, literally. Enter: Argentavis. I hopped on, swooped in, and started shooting darts from above.
At last, the Megatherium started to stumble. The torpor bar filled, and I was starting to feel that sweet, sweet victory coming. Slowly. So slowly. It felt like watching paint dry, but the moment it collapsed, I nearly shouted with joy.
Finally! After what felt like ages, I had successfully tamed my first Ark Megatherium.
What Makes the Ark Megatherium Worth It?
Okay, so after all that chaos, you might be thinking, “Was it even worth it?” Oh yeah, it totally was. Here’s why:
- Powerhouse in combat: The Megatherium is a tank. Against insects? It’s a straight-up destroyer.
- Resource gathering: It’s also a decent gatherer, especially when it comes to berries and fiber. I was able to load up on resources without having to worry about being swarmed by the usual threats.
- Just plain cool: Let’s face it. It’s an ancient sloth. It looks like something out of Ice Age, and you’re going to look hella cool riding one.
But above all, the Megatherium gives you that feeling of “I earned this.” Taming one of these beasts? Well, it’s an accomplishment. It takes time, strategy, and a fair bit of patience—and maybe a little bit of luck. But when it all comes together, you can sit back and think, “I did that.”
The Ark Megatherium in Action
Okay, so now I had this beast on my side. I set off into the wilderness with my newly tamed Ark Megatherium, and let me tell you, it didn’t take long for me to realize this was a game-changer. First up, the creature’s swipe. Holy cow, does it hit hard. Anything that gets in its way gets flattened. I felt invincible. Not gonna lie, I took down a Titanomyra with zero effort. It was pure satisfaction.
But wait—there’s more! The Megatherium’s utility in gathering resources is no joke. I loaded it up with berries and fiber in no time. The carrying weight was impressive too. I was able to collect tons of stuff without worrying about overburdening my other tames.
So, Was It Worth It?
In the end, the Megatherium is a wild ride, both literally and figuratively. My initial disasters were just part of the learning curve, and it was the hardest yet funniest adventure I’d had on the island. Sure, I got knocked across the map a few times, but at the end of the day, I had a badass creature to show for it.
And yeah, I’ll admit it—part of me now keeps an eye on every Megatherium I come across. Because if there’s one thing I’ve learned from my experience? It’s that you never know when one’s going to knock you halfway across the island.
