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The Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended is a recent addition to the game's roster of bosses, introduced with the Scorched Earth DLC. Conquering this boss is an integral part of your character's progression, providing rewards, such as cosmetic items, valuable resources, and access to several endgame recipes. It also grants a substantial amount of XP to your character.
This guide covers everything you need to know to kill a Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended, including how to open a portal to the boss arena and what combat strategies to use.
How to open a portal to the Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended
To fight the Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended, you must gather an assortment of tribute items and use them at an Obelisk or Beacon along with the imprinted blueprint. This will activate the portal leading to the Manticore Arena, where you can confront this formidable adversary.
The Manticore can be challenged in three difficulties: Gamma, Beta, and Alpha.
Here are the necessary items required to open the portal to the Manticore Arena:
How to beat Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended: Mechanics, tips, and tricks
The Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended presents a formidable challenge, requiring thorough preparation for you to stand a chance against it. This includes assembling an army of tamed creatures, acquiring powerful weapons, and donning sturdy armor. It's essential to attempt this boss fight at an appropriate level to maximize your chances of success.
Having a tamed Yutyrannus in Ark Survival Ascended is essential for any boss fight, as its Courage Roar ability temporarily boosts the attack power of allied creatures by 25 percent.
Your main army should consist of a sufficient number of Wyverns and Rexes to effectively take down the Manticore in battle. While the former will rush the boss, engaging it in a prolonged fight, the latter will fend off the Rock Elementals that appear during the fight.
Make sure to check our guide on how to tame a Wyvern in Ark Survival Ascended.
Here are some things to keep in mind while battling a Manticore:
- Upon arrival in the Manticore Arena, you'll find yourself on a platform. Beneath this platform lies a swarm of Deathworms. So, make sure to remain on the platform to steer clear of them.
- During the battle, numerous Rock Elementals will spawn, and it's crucial to eliminate them swiftly.
- The Manticore's tail attack can inflict significant amounts of torpor, reduce stamina, and also shoot spikes. It's crucial to avoid these attacks. Make sure to carry Stimulants to mitigate the effects of torpor during the battle.
Manticore drops in Ark Survival Ascended: Resources and XP amount explained
By killing a Manticore in Ark Survival Ascended, you can obtain the following rewards:
- Element
- Manticore Flag
- Manticore Shield Skin
- Manticore Boots Skin
- Manticore Gauntlets Skin
- Manticore Trophy
- Manticore Chestpiece Skin
- Manticore Leggings Skin
Defeating the boss also grants you access to the Tek Armor engrams, the strongest armor in the game, along with 5, 10, or 15 levels, depending on the boss's difficulty.
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Ark Survival Ascended Mantis taming guide || Ark Survival Ascended Jerboa taming guide
