Can Maewings Raise Wyverns in Ark: Survival Evolved? A Comprehensive Guide
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The short answer is a resounding YES! Maewings can absolutely be used to raise Wyverns in Ark: Survival Evolved, offering a viable alternative to the traditional Wyvern Milk method. This changes the whole game!
Maewings, introduced with the Genesis: Part 2 DLC, are incredible creatures boasting a unique ability to nurture baby creatures by providing food. They essentially act as walking, flying, multi-species capable troughs. While Wyvern Milk is undoubtedly the preferred food for baby Wyverns in their early stages, Maewings offer a way around the often tedious and dangerous task of acquiring it. Here’s how it works:
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The Maewing’s Nurturing Ability: Maewings have a stat called “Nurturing Effectiveness.” This determines how well they can feed babies within their range. Increase this stat during taming and leveling for optimal results.
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Setting Up for Success: Place the baby Wyvern near the Maewing. The Maewing, if set to “Nurturing” in its behavior menu, will automatically feed the baby whatever food is stored in its inventory. For Wyverns, this means filling the Maewing with meat after the baby is old enough to consume meat.
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The Milk Hurdle (and How to Jump It): The key to using Maewings effectively is to get the Wyvern past the initial baby phase, where they exclusively require milk. Here’s how:
- Initial Milk Boost: Provide a small amount of Wyvern Milk at the very beginning to give the baby a head start. This will boost their food stat, giving you time to get everything else in order.
- Strategic Cryopoding: If you’re struggling with getting the initial milk, consider using a Cryopod. Cryopoding a baby creature pauses its food consumption. Cryopod the baby Wyvern if it begins losing health too rapidly.
- Daedon/Snow Owl Assistance: Before they can eat meat, you can use a Daedon to heal the Wyvern or a Snow Owl to heal and provide insulation. The Maewing will not feed Wyvern Milk, so these tactics are to keep your Wyvern alive until it will eat meat.
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Meat is Key: Once the baby Wyvern reaches the juvenile stage, it will start consuming meat. At this point, load the Maewing with plenty of meat, and let it do its thing. The Maewing will automatically feed the Wyvern, keeping its food levels high.
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Imprinting: Even with a Maewing, you’ll still need to imprint on the Wyvern. The imprinting process remains the same – fulfill the requested task (cuddle, walk, or provide a specific kibble/item).
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Monitoring: While the Maewing significantly reduces the workload, it’s crucial to monitor both the Maewing and the Wyvern. Ensure the Maewing has enough food and that the Wyvern’s health and food levels remain stable.
The beauty of this method lies in its efficiency and safety. No more risky Wyvern Milk runs! The Maewing provides a safe and reliable way to raise these majestic creatures. This is very important on high difficulty servers, where milk runs are near impossible due to the higher level wild creatures.
Why Use a Maewing to Raise Wyverns?
Beyond the convenience, using a Maewing offers several advantages:
- Safety: Avoid the dangers of Wyvern trench runs.
- Efficiency: The Maewing automates the feeding process, saving you valuable time.
- Accessibility: This method is viable even if Wyvern Milk is scarce or difficult to obtain.
- Versatility: Maewings can raise various baby creatures simultaneously.
- Fun: It’s enjoyable to see the Maewing waddling around with its adopted baby Wyvern.
Tips for Raising Wyverns with Maewings
- High Nurturing Stat: Prioritize a Maewing with a high Nurturing Effectiveness stat.
- Meat Stockpile: Always have a large supply of meat ready to feed the Maewing.
- Strategic Placement: Position the Maewing close to the baby Wyvern for optimal feeding range.
- Regular Monitoring: Check on the Maewing and Wyvern frequently to ensure everything is running smoothly.
- Consider Mutations: Aim for mutations in your Wyverns to improve their stats.
Raising Wyverns with Maewings is a game-changer in Ark: Survival Evolved. It simplifies the process, reduces risk, and opens up new possibilities for breeding and raising these magnificent creatures. So, tame a Maewing, gather some meat, and get ready to welcome a new generation of Wyverns to your tribe!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the “Nurturing Effectiveness” stat on a Maewing?
The Nurturing Effectiveness stat determines how efficiently a Maewing can feed and care for baby creatures within its range. A higher nurturing effectiveness translates to faster and more effective feeding, ensuring the babies’ food levels remain stable.
2. Can a Maewing feed Wyvern Milk to baby Wyverns?
No, Maewings cannot directly feed Wyvern Milk. They can only provide food that is stored in their inventory. This is why strategic planning with methods mentioned above is required until the baby Wyvern can eat meat.
3. What food should I put in the Maewing’s inventory for a baby Wyvern?
Once the baby Wyvern can eat meat (at the juvenile stage), fill the Maewing’s inventory with plenty of raw meat. The Maewing will automatically feed the Wyvern as needed.
4. How do I set a Maewing to “Nurturing” mode?
Select the Maewing, open its radial menu (usually by holding the ‘E’ key on PC), and choose the “Nurturing” behavior option. This tells the Maewing to automatically feed nearby babies.
5. Do I still need to imprint on the Wyvern if I’m using a Maewing?
Yes, imprinting is a separate process from feeding. You’ll still need to fulfill the Wyvern’s imprinting requests (cuddles, walks, or specific items) to maximize its stats.
6. What do I do if the baby Wyvern’s food is dropping too fast before it can eat meat?
Use a Daedon to heal the Wyvern or a Snow Owl to heal and provide insulation. Use methods mentioned above for success.
7. Can Maewings raise other types of Wyverns, like Voidwyrms?
Yes, Maewings can raise all types of Wyverns. In the case of Voidwyrms, it is one of the easiest to raise because they can eat meat when turning from baby to adult.
8. Is it possible to raise multiple Wyverns with a single Maewing?
Yes, Maewings can raise multiple babies simultaneously, provided they are within range and the Maewing has enough food. Keep in mind that raising multiple babies will require more attention and resources to ensure everything goes smoothly.
9. What happens if the Maewing runs out of food?
If the Maewing runs out of food, it will no longer be able to feed the baby Wyvern. This can quickly lead to the Wyvern starving and losing health, so it’s crucial to keep the Maewing well-stocked.
10. Does the Maewing need to be a specific level to raise a Wyvern effectively?
The Maewing’s level itself isn’t as important as its Nurturing Effectiveness stat. A higher level Maewing often has a higher base Nurturing Effectiveness, but you can also level up this stat by manually allocating points.
11. Can I use a Maewing to raise Rock Drakes as well as Wyverns?
Yes, Maewings are highly effective at raising Rock Drakes and other baby creatures, making them a versatile addition to any breeding program.
12. What is the ideal setup for raising Wyverns with a Maewing?
A good setup includes:
- A high-Nurturing Effectiveness Maewing.
- A secure, enclosed area to keep the babies safe.
- Plenty of food (meat) readily available for the Maewing.
- Regular monitoring to ensure everything is running smoothly.
13. Can I Cryopod a baby Wyvern being raised by a Maewing?
Yes, Cryopoding a baby Wyvern pauses its food consumption. This can be useful if you need to temporarily stop the raising process or if you’re running low on resources.
14. Are there any downsides to using a Maewing instead of Wyvern Milk?
The only real downside is the initial milk requirement for the baby Wyvern. Milk needs to be acquired, or other methods utilized, to keep it alive until the Wyvern can consume meat. However, the long-term benefits and convenience of using a Maewing generally outweigh this initial hurdle.
15. Where can I learn more about Ark: Survival Evolved strategies and tips?
There are many great resources for learning about Ark: Survival Evolved. For educational game resources and research, check out the Games Learning Society at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/.
Raising Wyverns in Ark doesn’t have to be daunting. With the help of a Maewing, it can even be enjoyable. So get out there, tame one, and start building your Wyvern army!