Can the Reaper Leviathan Be Killed in Subnautica?
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The short answer is a resounding yes, the fearsome Reaper Leviathan in Subnautica can absolutely be killed by the player. This massive, aggressive creature, known for its terrifying roars and deadly attacks, is not invincible. While taking down a Reaper is no small feat and requires strategy, determination, and sometimes a bit of luck, it’s a goal many players strive for. Let’s delve into how this can be achieved and what the implications are for your gameplay.
How to Kill a Reaper Leviathan
While a fully-equipped Prawn Suit armed with a drill arm and grappling arm is often the method of choice, there are several approaches you can take to eliminate a Reaper Leviathan. Here’s a breakdown of common strategies:
The Prawn Suit Melee Method
This is probably the most common and straightforward method. It involves using the Prawn Suit’s punch attacks. Here’s the typical process:
- Engage the Reaper: Get close enough to provoke the Reaper’s attack.
- Get Grabbed: Allow the Reaper to grab your Prawn Suit. This might seem counterintuitive, but it’s necessary for the next step.
- Punch Away: While grabbed, you have a brief window to deliver a series of punches to the Reaper’s face. You can typically get in around 9-10 punches per arm (18-20 hits total) before it releases you.
- Repair and Repeat: The Reaper’s attack will cause significant damage to your Prawn Suit, so you’ll need to get out and repair. It takes approximately five rounds of grabbing and punching before the Reaper is defeated using this method, meaning you will get in a total of roughly 47 punches on the beast.
- Victory: Continue the cycle until the Reaper is destroyed, leaving behind only a scan-able corpse.
Stasis Rifle and Torpedoes
This method is less reliant on melee combat and focuses more on burst damage:
- Stasis Lock: Use the Stasis Rifle to temporarily freeze the Reaper in place.
- Torpedo Barrage: Quickly exit your vehicle and fire all 10 torpedoes at the immobilized Leviathan. If done correctly and depending on the torpedo type, this method can kill it outright.
- Repeat if Necessary: If the Reaper survives the initial barrage, repeat the process until it is defeated.
Other Methods
It’s also possible to kill a Reaper with a combination of these tactics. Some players also utilize the Cyclops’s sonar in conjunction with torpedoes. The important thing is to be prepared and to execute your strategy precisely.
What Happens After Killing a Reaper Leviathan?
Once you successfully eliminate a Reaper Leviathan, it will not respawn. This means that the specific area you cleared will remain free of this particular threat for the remainder of your game. Killing a Reaper provides the player with:
- Bragging Rights: It’s a significant achievement, especially for new players or those struggling to master combat.
- Safety: Eliminating one Reaper means one less area to worry about.
- Easy Scanning: You can freely scan the corpse once it’s dead.
However, it’s important to note that killing Reapers won’t radically change the game. There is no specific reward beyond these items. The story will continue as normal.
Challenges and Considerations
- Damage: Reapers deal substantial damage to the Prawn Suit and, if you’re caught outside your vehicle, can kill you almost instantly. Be prepared to repair frequently and carry health packs.
- Location: Reapers are found in several dangerous areas, making access to them inherently risky.
- Time: Killing a Reaper can be a time-consuming process, so patience is key.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do Reaper Leviathans Respawn After Killing Them?
No, once a Reaper Leviathan is killed by the player, it will not respawn. This applies to both natural spawning locations and the areas where Reapers may have been lured.
2. How Much Health Does a Reaper Leviathan Have?
Reaper Leviathans have a health pool of 5,000 hit points, making them one of the tankiest creatures in the game.
3. What is the Best Weapon to Kill a Reaper Leviathan?
The most effective weapons include the Prawn Suit’s drill arm and grappling arm, alongside torpedoes fired from your other vehicles. The stasis rifle is also useful for disabling them briefly.
4. How Many Punches Does It Take to Kill a Reaper With the Prawn Suit?
It typically takes around 47 punches with the Prawn Suit to kill a Reaper Leviathan, spread across approximately five rounds of engagement.
5. Can the Reaper Leviathan Destroy My Base?
Yes, if a Reaper Leviathan gets too close to your base, it can cause minor damage like small leaks. If it sees a player entering the base it can inflict more significant damage, including fires and medium leaks.
6. Can a Reaper Leviathan Destroy the Cyclops?
Yes, Reaper Leviathans can damage the Cyclops, and multiple attacks can be devastating. If you linger too long around a Reaper, it can destroy your Cyclops if not repaired quickly.
7. Are Reaper Leviathans Blind?
No, Reapers are not blind. While they do use sonar, they also have functioning eyes. They have a distinct method of hunting which combines their senses.
8. What Attracts Reaper Leviathans?
Reaper Leviathans are particularly attracted to the Seamoth, so using a Seaglide can help you move through the area unnoticed. They are also attracted to sound and movement, especially loud noises and vehicle usage.
9. Can You Avoid Reaper Leviathans?
Yes, you can avoid Reapers by using the perimeter defense system upgrade and moving quietly and efficiently. Also hug vertical surfaces and cliff walls.
10. Where are Reaper Leviathans Found?
Reapers are commonly found in large open areas, such as the Crash Zone, the Dunes, and the Mountains biomes.
11. What is the Scariest Creature in Subnautica?
Many players consider the Reaper Leviathan to be the scariest creature in Subnautica due to its aggressive nature and terrifying appearance. However, the Sea Dragon Leviathan is also terrifying with its massive size and power.
12. How Big is a Reaper Leviathan?
Reaper Leviathans are quite large, coming in at around 55 meters in length.
13. Can You Kill Other Leviathans?
Yes, you can kill other Leviathans such as the Ghost Leviathan. The ones within the Crater do not respawn, however the ones within the Crater Edge will. You cannot kill the Sea Emperor.
14. Are Reaper Leviathans Friendly?
No, Reaper Leviathans are not friendly. They are aggressive and will attack the player and vehicles on sight.
15. How Aggressive Are Reaper Leviathans?
Reaper Leviathans are extremely aggressive. They will immediately attack anything within their detection range, and can deal up to 80% damage with a single grab, or even instantly kill a damaged player.
In conclusion, while defeating a Reaper Leviathan is a challenging task, it is absolutely possible with the right preparation and strategy. So, equip your Prawn Suit or charge your Stasis Rifle, and go show those Reapers who’s boss!