How to Protect Your Cuddlefish in Subnautica: A Comprehensive Guide
Protecting your adorable Cuddlefish in the vast and often dangerous world of Subnautica can be challenging, but it’s absolutely possible with the right knowledge and precautions. The Cuddlefish, a unique and friendly herbivore, serves as both a pet and a source of psychological support, making them a prized companion. Their survival depends entirely on your actions, and this article will guide you through the best ways to ensure your little buddy stays safe and happy.
The key to protecting your Cuddlefish lies in a combination of careful handling, understanding their limitations, and managing their environment. Firstly, never leave them unattended in dangerous areas. The open ocean is teeming with predators, and your Cuddlefish is no match for them. When not actively interacting with your Cuddlefish, they should be safely located in a secure area, ideally near your base. Secondly, you must learn to manage their behavior. By using the “follow” and “stay” commands strategically, you can keep them close when needed and in a safe patrol area when not. Finally, remember that they are vulnerable to predators. While they don’t require feeding, they are definitely a tasty snack for many of the creatures lurking in the depths. By combining proactive awareness and the following techniques, your Cuddlefish can thrive alongside you on your Subnautica adventures.
Strategies for Cuddlefish Safety
Here are specific methods and strategies to maximize the safety of your Cuddlefish:
Strategic Command Use
- “Follow” Command: Use this command when you are exploring and want your Cuddlefish close. Be mindful of the areas you traverse, and avoid hostile zones when your Cuddlefish is following you.
- “Stay” Command: When you need to focus on tasks that may expose your Cuddlefish to danger, use this command. This creates a small patrol radius in which your Cuddlefish will roam and remain relatively safe while you are away. Designate a safe zone, ideally near your base, for your Cuddlefish to stay.
- Regular Checks: Even when your Cuddlefish is in “stay” mode, make sure to check on them regularly. Predators can wander into their patrol area.
Environmental Management
- Base Proximity: Keep your Cuddlefish close to your base. This not only makes it easier to keep an eye on them but also utilizes the base as a safe haven.
- Safe Patrol Zones: When using the “stay” command, ensure that the patrol area is away from hostile creatures and their habitats. Avoid placing patrol zones in deep biomes, especially near any aggressive leviathans.
- Avoid Dangerous Areas: Do not bring your Cuddlefish to areas with active predators such as Reaper Leviathans, Ghost Leviathans or Sea Dragons. These creatures will likely attack and kill your Cuddlefish without you being able to intervene.
General Precautions
- Propulsion Cannon: When transporting your Cuddlefish, use the propulsion cannon carefully. While it’s the only way to move them, be gentle and avoid rapid firing. This cannon is intended to help guide them safely but it can harm them if used too forcefully.
- Monitoring for Predators: Keep an eye out for nearby predators. If you spot a dangerous creature, use the propulsion cannon to relocate your Cuddlefish to a safer area quickly.
- Alien Containment: While you cannot put them back in the Alien Containment Unit after releasing them, understand that this is the safest place for them in the early game. Once released, you must protect them as outlined above.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Cuddlefish in Subnautica
1. Where can I find Cuddlefish eggs?
Cuddlefish eggs are found in specific locations around the map:
- Deep Grand Reef Degasi Base
- Dunes Sinkhole
- Lost River Laboratory Cache
- Mushroom Forest Caves (both northeastern and northwestern)
2. How do I hatch Cuddlefish eggs?
You must place the Cuddlefish eggs in an Alien Containment unit within your base. After a while, the eggs will hatch, and you will have your Cuddlefish pet.
3. Do Cuddlefish need to be fed?
No, Cuddlefish do not need to be fed. They are herbivores, but they do not require player intervention to find their food.
4. Can Cuddlefish die in Subnautica?
Yes, Cuddlefish can die if attacked by predators. Hence, it is important to take all the precautions listed above.
5. What does the “stay” command do?
The “stay” command instructs your Cuddlefish to remain in a specific location and patrol around that area. They will not move away from the designated patrol zone unless you re-engage the “follow” command.
6. What does the “follow” command do?
The “follow” command instructs your Cuddlefish to follow you. Be sure that it is safe to move around before you set them to follow you.
7. Can I put my Cuddlefish back in the Alien Containment Unit?
No, once a Cuddlefish has been released from the Alien Containment Unit, you cannot put it back in. You will need to take responsibility for their safety as if they were a pet.
8. What are the main threats to Cuddlefish?
The main threats to Cuddlefish are aggressive predators, such as Reaper Leviathans, Ghost Leviathans, Sea Dragons and others. They can also be lost if you are not diligent about managing their patrol zone.
9. How do I move my Cuddlefish?
The primary method for moving your Cuddlefish is by using the Propulsion Cannon. Be gentle when you pick them up and place them down.
10. Can Cuddlefish be infected with the Kharaa Bacterium?
Yes, in the lore of the game, like all life on the planet, Cuddlefish can get infected, so keep your Cuddlefish healthy and happy. However, this has no impact on their gameplay or survival.
11. Are Cuddlefish Leviathans?
No. Cuddlefish are not leviathans. There is a lore element that refers to a “Cuddlefish Leviathan,” but that entity is not encountered in the game. It is part of the prehistory of Planet 4546B.
12. Can I eat Cuddlefish?
While it’s a common real-world creature, you cannot eat Cuddlefish in Subnautica. They are your companion, not a food source.
13. Do Cuddlefish grow larger?
No, Cuddlefish do not grow larger. They hatch from eggs and remain the same size for the duration of the game.
14. What is the purpose of the Cuddlefish in the game?
The Cuddlefish serves as a companion and provides psychological support for the player throughout the game. They are essentially pets that can follow you on your adventures.
15. Can Cuddlefish get lost?
Yes, if you’re not careful with managing their “follow” and “stay” commands, they can get lost, particularly around obstacles. Using the “stay” command in a designated, easy to find safe area will help them stay safe, and will make it easy to find them if they are not following you.
By adhering to these guidelines and answering your most pressing questions about Cuddlefish, your pet will not only survive but thrive alongside you in the challenging yet stunning underwater world of Subnautica. Remember, your actions directly influence their fate, so be vigilant, be proactive, and enjoy the unique companionship of your adorable Cuddlefish!