Crystal Wyverns: Taming the Jewel of the Skies – A Comprehensive Guide

Yes, you can indeed passive tame a Crystal Wyvern in Ark: Survival Evolved. Unlike their fiery, poison-spitting cousins, Crystal Wyverns offer a more peaceful path to domestication. However, the process isn’t entirely straightforward and requires specific knowledge and preparation. So, let’s dive into the details of how to acquire these magnificent, shimmering beasts.

The Passive Taming Process

The key to successfully taming a Crystal Wyvern lies in the passive taming method. This means you won’t be knocking them unconscious with tranquilizers. Instead, you’ll be winning their trust by offering them their favorite treats: crystal.

Types of Crystal

Crystal Wyverns have a preference when it comes to their crystalline snacks:

• Regular Crystal: Found abundantly throughout the Crystal Isles map, regular crystal will work, but it’s significantly less effective than its more potent counterpart. Taming progress will be slow, and you’ll need a substantial supply.

• Primal Crystal: This is the preferred taming food. Primal Crystal is significantly more effective, leading to a faster and more efficient taming process.

Acquiring Primal Crystal

Obtaining Primal Crystal is a bit more involved. It requires facing Crystal Wyverns directly and can be achieved in two ways:

• Knocking Out: You can knock out any Crystal Wyvern – Tropical, Blood, or Ember, male or female – to harvest Primal Crystal from their unconscious body. The higher the level of the Wyvern, the more Primal Crystal you’ll receive. Be warned, even though they’re passive unless provoked, a cornered or attacked Wyvern can pack a serious punch.

• Killing: Alternatively, you can kill Crystal Wyverns to obtain Primal Crystal. However, this is generally less efficient than knocking them out, as the yield is often lower.

The Taming Ritual

Once you have your chosen crystal in hand, the taming process begins:

1. Approach Carefully: Crystal Wyverns are generally passive, meaning they won’t attack unless provoked. However, always approach with caution, ideally using a Ghille Suit to minimize detection.

2. Check the Level Requirement: You need to be at least level 65 to attempt taming a Crystal Wyvern.

3. Feed the Crystal: Approach the Wyvern and interact with it by pressing the “Use” key (E on PC, X on Xbox, Square on PlayStation). This will open their inventory. Place the crystal into your last hotbar slot, then approach the wyvern to feed it with the corresponding hotbar key. The Wyvern will consume the crystal, increasing its taming progress.

4. Repeat: Continue feeding the Crystal Wyvern until the taming meter reaches 100%. The time between feedings will vary depending on the crystal type and the Wyvern’s level. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from other creatures in the area.

Tips and Tricks for Crystal Wyvern Taming

• Taming Pen: While not strictly necessary, building a small taming pen can make the process safer and easier. Two Dino Gates are often sufficient to trap the Wyvern, preventing it from flying away or attacking you. Trapping them between trees can work in a pinch.

• Boosted Servers: On boosted servers, the taming process will be significantly faster and easier. Even regular crystal might be sufficient for taming lower-level Wyverns.

• Patience is Key: Passive taming can take time, especially with regular crystal. Be prepared to spend a significant amount of time feeding the Wyvern.

Crystal Wyvern Types: A Quick Overview

Crystal Isles features three unique Crystal Wyvern variants, each with its own strengths and weaknesses:

• Tropical Crystal Wyvern: Shoots water to heal you and give you a speed boost. They are known for their speed and agility.

• Blood Crystal Wyvern: Heals themselves and steals life from enemies. They are excellent for survivability and PvE combat.

• Ember Crystal Wyvern: Shoots fireballs and deals high damage, but requires good stamina management.

Crystal Wyverns vs. Normal Wyverns

Crystal Wyverns generally have less health and melee damage than their standard counterparts. However, they are significantly faster and easier to tame. They are an excellent choice for players who are new to Wyverns or who prefer a more agile mount. Think of them like the Allosaurus compared to the Rex – less powerful overall, but faster and more maneuverable.

Force Taming and Cheats

While not the intended way to play the game, force taming a Crystal Wyvern is possible using console commands. This bypasses the standard taming process and instantly adds the Wyvern to your ownership.

• Switch Users: Go to the save screen and press L+R+X+Y all at once, then type “ForceTame” into the cheat bar while looking at the Wyvern.

FAQs: Your Burning Crystal Wyvern Questions Answered

Can you tame a Crystal Wyvern without Primal Crystal?

Yes, but it’s significantly more challenging. Regular crystal can be used, but the taming process will be much slower and require a large quantity of crystal.

How do you raise a baby Crystal Wyvern without Primal Crystal?

Taming a Daeodon (big pig) is essential for keeping your baby Wyvern alive without Primal Crystal. The Daeodon’s healing ability can sustain the baby’s health until it reaches the teen stage and can eat raw meat.

Can you tame a Crystal Wyvern Heir? Is there a way to get one?

No, Crystal Wyvern Heirs themselves cannot be tamed. You can steal their eggs from nests located near the griffin trench, but hatching them results in a normal Crystal Wyvern.

Are Crystal Wyverns better than normal Wyverns?

Not strictly “better,” but different. Crystal Wyverns are faster and easier to tame, but they have less health and melee damage than standard Wyverns.

What do Crystal Wyverns eat once tamed?

Tamed Crystal Wyverns primarily eat meat. They will also eat regular crystal if it’s the only food available in their inventory, but it’s less efficient. Keeping Primal Crystal in their inventory will extend the time between meals, but ensure they have meat so they don’t consume the Primal Crystal as their primary food source.

Does killing Crystal Wyverns give Primal Crystal?

Yes, killing or knocking out Crystal Wyverns will yield Primal Crystal. The amount you receive is generally higher from knocking them out, especially high-level ones.

Why can’t I tame a Crystal Wyvern?

Several reasons could be at play: you might not be at least level 65, you might not be using Primal Crystal (or enough regular crystal), someone else may already be in the process of taming it, or you might be experiencing a server-specific issue.

Can you knockout tame a Crystal Wyvern?

While you can knock out a Crystal Wyvern to harvest Primal Crystal, you cannot knockout tame them. They must be tamed passively by feeding them crystal.

Why can’t I feed a Crystal Wyvern?

If you can’t feed a Crystal Wyvern, it’s most likely because another player is already in the process of taming it. Only one person can feed a Wyvern at a time.

Are Crystal Wyverns weaker?

Compared to standard Wyverns, yes, Crystal Wyverns are generally weaker in terms of health and melee damage. However, their speed and agility offer a different combat dynamic.

What level can you tame Crystal Wyverns?

You must be at least level 65 to tame a Crystal Wyvern, regardless of whether you’re using regular crystal or Primal Crystal.

How many tranq arrows for Crystal Wyvern?

Tranq arrows are used to knock them out for their primal crystal. The amount of tranq arrows varies based on the Wyvern’s level and your longneck rifle level. Aim for around 40 darts with a basic rifle on a level 150 Wyvern, assuming you don’t miss.

Do tamed Wyverns produce milk in Ark?

No, only female Wyverns found in the wild drop milk after being knocked out. Tamed Wyverns do not produce milk.

Can you trap a Crystal Wyvern?

Yes, trapping a Crystal Wyvern is highly recommended. A simple trap using two Dino Gates is often sufficient to keep it in place while you feed it.

Can you hatch Crystal Wyvern Heir eggs?

Yes, you can hatch Crystal Wyvern Heir eggs, but they will hatch into normal variants of Crystal Wyverns. The level of the egg correlates to the “taming effectiveness” you would get if you had tamed a normal wild Wyvern, similar to breeding stats. So, a level 225 egg would be the equivalent of a level 150 wild Crystal Wyvern that got a 100% perfect tame bonus.

These winged beauties offer a rewarding experience, whether you’re a seasoned Ark veteran or a newcomer to the world of Wyvern taming. Learning through gameplay is an adventure, and organizations like the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org recognize the value of these experiences in educational and developmental contexts. Happy taming!