Mod:ARK Additions/Deinosuchus

The Deinosuchus is a reptile in ARK Additions.

Behavior
The Deinosuchus generally tends to swim around swamps, rivers, and oceans, hunting for prey.

Appearance
The Deinosuchus is a large crocodilian with a resemblance to the. However, the Deinosuchus is bulkier and its jaws are more broad.

Combat
This section describes how to fight against the Deinosuchus.

Strategy
Deinosuchus are more vulnerable on land than in water, so luring one to shore will allow for it to be defeated more easily.

Weaponry
Ranged weapons such as s or s will be beneficial in taking down a Deinosuchus.

Dangers
Although Deinosuchus may seem cumbersome on land, it excels in speed once it enters the water. This speed allows a Deinosuchus to make quick work of smaller creatures. It's Chomp attack can do upwards of 500 damage and inflict a Fractured Effect that does damage on a moving target.

Weakness
Since Deinosuchus are much slower on land, a ranged weapon can be useful to take one down.

Taming Method
Passive Tame: When it is basking with its mouth open, run up and put food in its mouth, Superior Kibble prefered. Ghillie suit makes this much easier but you still must avoid getting too close.

Controls

 * - This key triggers a simple bite, which can be aimed for quick turns.
 * - This key triggers a stronger, slower bite which inflicts the Fractured debuff.
 * - This key triggers a tail swipe which causes knockback.
 * Left Control - This key triggers an aesthetic only roar.
 * Holding space bar - This triggers a-turn-in place function.

Roles
Boss Killer- Due to it's moderate drag weight and powerful bite. It is possible to bring a Deinosuchus into a boss arena and they can be used as a rather powerful mount. What lack in speed, they more then make up for in power. Plus, with the fractured debuff, you will be able to literally bleed down your enemies' health.

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