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ARK: Survival Ascended - Best Locations to Farm Ammonites in The Center
This guide shows the best location on The Center map in ARK: Survival Ascended to quickly farm ammonite bile. It is recommended to use a Helicoprion (new shark) or similar aquatic creatures such as the Mosa or Tuso. An alternative method using a Vacuum Cube and a chainsaw is also explained.
1. 🗺️ The best location to farm ammonites in ARK: Survival Ascended
- ✅ The best location to farm ammonites is on The Center map.
- ✅ This location surpasses all others in terms of the amount of ammonites available.
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1. 🗺️ The best location to farm ammonites in ARK: Survival Ascended
- ✅ The best location to farm ammonites is on The Center map.
- ✅ This location surpasses all others in terms of the amount of ammonites available.
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2. 🦈 Recommended creatures for underwater harvesting
- ✅ Several aquatic creatures can be used to farm ammonites, including:
- Mosasaurus (Mosa)
- Tusoteuthis (Tuso)
- Megalodon
- Helicoprion (new shark)
- ✅ The player uses a Helicoprion, highlighting its agility and ability to stun enemies with its tail.
- ✅ Diving gear (scuba) or a Tech Helmet is needed to survive underwater.
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3. 📍 Exact coordinates and preparation for the expedition
- ✅ The initial coordinates for the farming area are approximately 21.8, 82.4.
- ✅ The area extends south from this point.
- ⚠️ It is important to note that other players may be building bases in the area, which could affect the number of ammonites that appear.
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4. 🌊 Abundance of ammonites and dangers in the area
- ✅ The area is known for having a large number of ammonites.
- ⚠️ The area can also be dangerous due to the presence of other creatures such as Dunleos and Alpha Squids.
- ✅ The Helicoprion can stun enemies with its tail attack, making it easier to collect ammonites.
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5. ⚔️ Farming demonstration and encounter with hostile creatures
- ✅ A demonstration of how to farm ammonites with the Helicoprion is shown.
- ✅ The player encounters several Dunleos and a Squid, demonstrating the Helicoprion's ability to handle them.
- ✅ The Helicoprion has a damage bonus against Squids, making them easier to eliminate.
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6. 🍯 Need for honey and the persistence of Anglerfish
- ✅ To craft certain items, honey is needed in addition to ammonite bile.
- ✅ If you have beehives, there is no need to worry about honey.
- ⚠️ Anglerfish are persistent and annoying during collection.
- ✅ The area continues to show a large number of ammonites.
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7. 🛡️ Escape strategies and encounter with a Mosa
- ✅ The Helicoprion's stunning ability allows you to escape dangerous situations.
- ✅ The player encounters a Mosa and stuns it with the Helicoprion.
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8. 🗺️ Continuous exploration and connection to the metal zone
- ✅ The player continues to explore the area, showing even more ammonites.
- ✅ The ammonite farming area connects to a well-known metal farming area in The Center.
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9. ⛏️ Alternative method: Vacuum Cube and Chainsaw
- ✅ An alternative method for farming ammonites is to use a Vacuum Cube and a chainsaw.
- ✅ Place the Vacuum Cube on the ammonite to kill it, then use the chainsaw to collect the bile.
- ✅ This method requires a character with high melee.
- ⚠️ This method does not work in areas with constructions from other players.
- ✅ The abundance of ammonites in the area is reiterated.
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10. 🧭 Metal Farm and more ammonites
- ✅ If you go to the left, you will find the metal farming area.
- ✅ If you go to the right, you will find more ammonites.
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11. 💰 Collection summary and final tips
- ✅ In a short time, the player collected two stacks and almost three of ammonite bile, in addition to Tuso tentacles.
- ✅ The only missing ingredient is honey, which can be easily obtained with a bear or by visiting beehives.