Demolishing Stone in Ark: A Comprehensive Guide to Dino Demolition Crews
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So, you’re looking to breach some stone walls in Ark: Survival Evolved? You’ve come to the right place! Let’s cut to the chase: While stone might seem sturdy, a surprising number of creatures can make short work of it. The most effective dinos for breaking stone structures are those that deal significant damage and have the right damage type.
The top contenders are the Giganotosaurus, Therizinosaur, and creatures wielding explosives like the Cannon or Ballista Turret firing explosive ammunition. Other creatures like the Rock Elemental and even a well-placed Tek Rifle shot can contribute, albeit less efficiently. The list of dinos capable of damaging stone is extensive, but their efficiency varies greatly.
Stone-Crushing Critters: A Detailed Breakdown
Before you unleash your prehistoric wrecking crew, let’s delve into the specifics of which dinos excel at demolishing stone, and which are better left gathering berries. Knowing the damage multipliers against stone is key to efficient demolition.
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Giganotosaurus: This behemoth is a force of nature. While its damage against stone is reduced to 15% of its base attack, the sheer magnitude of its attack power makes it a formidable option. Be warned, though, the Giga is a volatile tame, and its rage meter can quickly turn it against you.
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Therizinosaur: Don’t underestimate the Tickle Chicken! With a well-aimed headbutt, the Therizinosaurus can inflict about 2% damage to stone structures. While this sounds small, a high-level Therizino with good melee stats can chip away at stone surprisingly quickly. Its versatility and relative ease of taming make it a good choice for smaller demolition jobs.
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Rock Elemental: These stony giants can damage stone structures, although their damage output is not exceptional. However, their natural armor makes them durable siege units, capable of soaking up damage while other dinos do the heavy lifting.
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Explosives (C4, Grenades): While not a dino, explosives are arguably the most efficient way to demolish stone structures. C4 packs a serious punch and can quickly flatten walls. Grenades are less powerful but can be useful for clearing out smaller structures or dealing with clustered defenses.
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Ballista Turret & Cannon: These player-operated siege weapons are powerful tools for demolishing stone. The Ballista Turret with explosive bolts deals 40% damage and the Cannon fires cannonballs that inflict substantial damage (137%), making them highly effective at breaching defenses.
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Tek Rifle: While it only deals 50% damage to stone structures, a well-aimed Tek Rifle can provide ranged support for your demolition team. Plus, it looks cool.
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Metal Weapons: Ordinary metal weapons can do minimal damage (5%). A Tek Sword has about 218% damage.
Beyond the Brute Force: Strategic Considerations
Choosing the right dino is just the first step. To maximize your demolition efficiency, consider the following:
- Level and Stats: A higher level dino with boosted melee damage will always outperform a low-level counterpart. Invest in leveling up your demolition crew and focus on improving their attack stats.
- Target Prioritization: Identify the weakest points in the structure. Focus your attacks on foundations or support structures to bring the entire building down.
- Support and Protection: Protect your dinos from enemy fire. Use tank dinos like Stegosaurus or Carbonemys to absorb damage while your demolition units do their work.
- Resource Gathering: Be prepared to gather resources to repair your dinos and replenish ammunition. The Doedicurus is unparalleled for gathering stone, making it an invaluable asset for any demolition team.
Navigating the Ark Landscape: A Community of Learners
The information in Ark is constantly evolving! To stay current with the latest strategies and discoveries, it’s important to engage with the community and resources for learning and collaboration, just like the Games Learning Society encourages in its approach to education. Sites such as GamesLearningSociety.org offer great resources for learning.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can a Rex break stone in Ark?
No, a regular Rex cannot damage stone structures. However, an Alpha Rex can damage stone.
2. Can Raptors break stone walls?
Alpha Raptors can damage stone structures, but regular Raptors cannot.
3. Can a Spino break stone dino gates?
No, Spinos cannot break through stone dino gates.
4. Can Wyverns break stone structures?
No, Wyverns cannot damage stone structures. They are primarily effective against wood, thatch, and greenhouse structures.
5. Can a Brontosaurus break stone?
Yes, a Brontosaurus can damage stone, but it’s not particularly efficient. It’s better to use dinos specifically designed for demolition.
6. Can Trikes break stone walls in Ark?
Yes, Trikes can damage stone walls, although it’s not their forte. There are much better options for demolition.
7. Can Gigas break stone structures?
Yes, Giganotosaurus can break stone. While their damage is reduced to 15% against stone, their base damage is so high that they are still effective.
8. What dinos can harvest stone effectively?
The best stone gatherer is the Doedicurus. Other good options include the Magmasaur, Tek Stryder, Rock Elemental, and Mantis.
9. Can Therizinosaurus break stone?
Yes, Therizinosaurus can damage stone structures, especially with their headbutt attack.
10. How do you tame a Rock Elemental?
Rock Elementals are tamed by knocking them unconscious and feeding them Rock Carrots. Cannons are generally recommended for knocking them out, as they are resistant to most other forms of damage. Taming them is challenging and requires patience and preparation.
11. What are the most effective explosives for breaking stone?
C4 is generally considered the most effective explosive for demolishing stone structures. Grenades are a less powerful alternative.
12. Can auto turrets damage stone?
Auto Turrets themselves do not damage stone. They are designed to target creatures and players.
13. How can I break stone structures quickly?
Using C4 or a Cannon is the fastest way to break stone structures. Alternatively, a Giganotosaurus can also be very effective.
14. What is the best strategy for defending against a Giganotosaurus attacking my stone base?
The best defense is a strong offense. Turrets and well-placed heavy hitters will help take down the Giga. Alternatively, using a stronger structure like metal, or the Tek forcefield can keep your base safe.
15. Are Rock Elementals tameable?
Yes, Rock Elementals are tameable, but they are one of the most challenging creatures to tame in Ark.
With this knowledge in hand, you’re now equipped to assemble your own stone-crushing crew and tackle even the most formidable fortifications in Ark: Survival Evolved! Happy demolishing!