What Can You Do With Bodies in Sons of the Forest?
In the brutal survival landscape of Sons of the Forest, the bodies of your fallen foes (and occasionally friends) aren’t just macabre reminders of the island’s dangers; they’re resources, tools, and even bait. From crafting armor to setting traps, the game encourages a pragmatic approach to dealing with the remains of cannibals and mutants. This article will comprehensively explore the various uses for bodies in Sons of the Forest, providing you with a strategic advantage in your fight for survival.
Utilizing Cannibal Corpses: A Multi-Faceted Approach
The primary source of bodies in Sons of the Forest will undoubtedly be the cannibalistic inhabitants of the island. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what you can do with them:
1. Bone Harvesting and Crafting
Perhaps the most crucial use for cannibal bodies is the extraction of bones. You achieve this by placing a corpse on a fire. After a brief period, the body will collapse, leaving behind 6 bones and a skull. These bones are essential for crafting, most notably for Bone Armor. This armor provides a vital layer of protection against the island’s dangers, making bone harvesting a crucial activity. Combine bones with duct tape and rope to create this effective early-game armor. Given the sheer volume of cannibals you will encounter, bone resources are abundant, making bone armor relatively easy to obtain.
2. Skull Utilization
The skull obtained after burning a body isn’t just a spooky trophy. It’s a versatile material that can be used in both freeform building and as a tool. In early game, a skull can be wielded to scare off cannibals. It also serves as a necessary component to build some blueprint structures around your base.
3. Bait and Decoy Tactics
Corpses can be used as bait to lure enemies, providing an offensive advantage. Drag corpses near your base to draw cannibals away from your fortifications or into prepared traps. This tactic is particularly useful when dealing with larger groups of enemies. You can use a log sled to transport up to three bodies at once.
4. Cannibal Limb Consumption
While morally questionable, eating the arms and legs of cannibals is a viable survival option. Unlike the original The Forest, there is no sanity penalty associated with consuming human flesh in Sons of the Forest. This can provide a quick and easy way to replenish your hunger levels if other food sources are scarce. However, recent game updates have fixed the issue of accidentally consuming limbs when using hotkeys, so don’t expect an unintentional cannibal snack. Instead, the body parts are equipped for the “weapon” effect.
5. Disposal and “Glitching”
If you find yourself with an excess of corpses or simply want to tidy your surroundings, you can get rid of bodies through various methods. One method is to glitch bodies through the map. This is generally achieved by placing logs on top of a body, forcing it to clip through the environment. This can remove corpses from your base area.
Dealing With Other Bodies: Kelvin and Virginia
While cannibals are the most common source of bodies, you’ll also encounter the bodies of your companions: Kelvin and Virginia.
Kelvin’s Demise
If Kelvin is killed, his body will not respawn. Officially, he is gone unless you dig into the game files and make some changes to revive him. There have been rumors of a “zombie Kelvin” who returns to haunt players after 20 in-game days of his death, but this is more of an urban legend in the community. You can attempt to dispose of his body through glitching or by building him a log burial site.
Virginia’s Vulnerability
Similarly, Virginia’s death is a permanent issue. If you are not careful and accidentally harm her, she will die and will not respawn. It is paramount to protect her from harm as, once befriended, she provides valuable companionship, bringing plants and small animals to the player.
FAQs: All About Bodies in Sons of the Forest
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the use of bodies in Sons of the Forest:
1. Can you craft armor from bodies?
Yes, specifically you craft Bone Armor using bones harvested from cannibal corpses.
2. How do you get bones in Sons of the Forest?
Bones are obtained by burning cannibal bodies on a fire.
3. Can you eat human meat in Sons of the Forest?
Yes, you can consume the arms and legs of cannibals without any negative sanity effects.
4. Does consuming human flesh have penalties?
No, unlike The Forest, there are no sanity penalties for eating cannibal limbs in Sons of the Forest.
5. How can I dispose of bodies?
You can get rid of bodies by glitching them through the map, which is typically achieved by placing logs on the corpse.
6. What is the skull used for?
Skulls are used for freeform building, as a tool to scare cannibals early on, and to build certain structures.
7. How many bodies can you put on a log sled?
You can load up to 3 corpses onto a log sled for transport.
8. Can Kelvin come back to life if he dies?
Officially, Kelvin does not respawn upon death. However, you can revive him through file editing.
9. Can Virginia die permanently?
Yes, if Virginia dies, she will not respawn unless you load a previous save. It’s a permadeath.
10. Does Kelvin need food or water?
No, Kelvin does not require food or water from the player to survive.
11. What is Creepy Armor?
Creepy Armor is a layer of Mutant skin that provides extra protection against damage when worn.
12. How do you get Creepy Armor?
Creepy Armor is obtained by harvesting from specific mutants.
13. Why is Kelvin mute?
Kelvin sustained brain damage from a helicopter crash, resulting in his deafness and muteness.
14. What happens if you hit Virginia?
If you kill Virginia, she dies permanently, unless you load a previous save.
15. What is the beeping sound when holding the GPS?
The beeping sound on the GPS indicates the presence of a found GPS locator. The closer you are, the faster the beep.
In conclusion, the bodies in Sons of the Forest are much more than just gruesome decorations. They are vital resources that offer a multitude of strategic options, from crafting essential armor to setting up crucial defenses. Understanding how to effectively utilize these resources will significantly increase your odds of survival on the island.