Characteristic | Description |
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Type | Support Deviant |
Function | Heals HP and restores sanity, fortifies positions |
Acquisition Method | Defeating Monolith of Greed boss |
Location | Welcome Back quest |
Unique Abilities | Healing pool, increased damage, fortification |
How to Acquire Festering Gel
1. Defeating the Monolith of Greed Boss
The Festering Gel Deviant is obtained by defeating the Monolith of Greed boss during the Welcome Back quest. Here are the steps to secure this Deviant:
Steps to Defeat the Boss:
Start the Welcome Back Quest:
1. Progress through the main storyline until you reach the quest involving the Monolith of Greed.
Prepare for Battle:
2. Equip yourself with high-damage weapons and sufficient healing items.
3. Ensure your Deviants are ready for combat, particularly those with high offensive capabilities.
Engage the Boss:
4. Confront the Monolith of Greed boss and deplete its health while dodging its attacks.
5. When the boss becomes immune, defeat the summoned enemies and destroy the spawned structures to make the boss vulnerable again.
Capture Festering Gel:
6. After defeating the boss, pick up the Festering Gel Deviant.
7. Proceed to secure it within your base.
2. Securing Festering Gel in Your Base
Another method is to clear the dungeon Securement Silo Phi, located northwest of Greywater Camp in the Iron River region.
- Craft an Isolated Securement Unit:
- Gather the following materials:
- 20 Metal Scraps
- 15 Copper Ingots
- 10 Glass
- Craft the Isolated Securement Unit at your base.
- Gather the following materials:
- Place the Securement Unit:
- Position the unit within your base, preferably in a central or easily accessible location.
- Install Festering Gel:
- Interact with the Isolated Securement Unit and place Festering Gel inside.
- This action will secure the Deviant and make its abilities available for use.
How to Use Festering Gel
Festering Gel is not just a support Deviant; it provides significant benefits that can turn the tide of battle.
Functions and Abilities:
- Healing Pool:
- Creates an area that restores 4% HP and 2% sanity per second for allies within its range.
- Essential for sustained combat and sanity management during tough encounters.
- Fortification:
- Forms a fixed shelter that blocks attacks, providing a safe zone for players.
- Great for defensive strategies and protecting vulnerable teammates.
- Increased Damage:
- When paired with the right Cradle Node, Festering Gel can grant a 50% damage boost against Deviants.
- Maximizes your offensive capabilities while ensuring you remain healthy.
Tips for Optimal Use:
- Strategic Deployment: Use Festering Gel in areas where you anticipate heavy combat to provide continuous healing and protection.
- Combine with Offensive Deviants: Pair Festering Gel with combat-focused Deviants to balance healing and damage output.
- Regular Maintenance: Keep Festering Gel in the Isolated Securement Unit when not in use to ensure it remains fully charged and ready for action.
Securing and utilizing Festering Gel in Once Human can greatly enhance your survivability and combat effectiveness. By following the steps outlined above, you can acquire this powerful Deviant and make the most of its unique abilities. Stay prepared, heal strategically, and dominate your enemies with Festering Gel. Happy hunting!