Can allied tribes share tamed creatures in ARK: Survival Evolved?
In ARK: Survival Evolved, allied tribes cannot directly share tamed creatures in the same way that members of the same tribe can. However, there are several methods and strategies that allied tribes can use to effectively share the benefits of tamed creatures. Understanding these mechanics and implementing the right strategies can greatly enhance cooperation between allied tribes, especially in PvP or PvE scenarios.
First, it is important to understand the mechanics of tribe alliances. When two tribes form an alliance, they gain certain benefits, such as the ability to see each other on the map, share experience points from kills, and avoid friendly fire. However, allied tribes do not share ownership of tamed creatures. This means that a creature tamed by one tribe cannot be directly controlled or ridden by members of the allied tribe. Despite this limitation, there are ways to work around this restriction.
One common method is to use the "tribe-owned" setting on creatures. When a creature is set to tribe-owned, any member of the tribe can access and use it. While allied tribes cannot directly control these creatures, they can still benefit from them indirectly. For example, an allied tribe can request that a creature be set to follow them or be used for specific tasks, such as gathering resources or defending a base. This requires clear communication and trust between the allied tribes, as the owning tribe must manually adjust the creature's settings to accommodate the allied tribe's needs.
Another strategy is to use shared structures and resources. Allied tribes can build shared bases or resource-gathering stations where tamed creatures are stationed. For example, a tribe with a high-level Ankylosaurus for metal gathering can station it at a shared mining outpost. The allied tribe can then bring metal ore to the Ankylosaurus for processing, even though they cannot directly control the creature. This approach requires careful planning and coordination to ensure that both tribes benefit equally from the arrangement.
When it comes to combat, allied tribes can coordinate the use of tamed creatures during raids or defenses. For example, one tribe can provide high-level Rexes or other combat dinos, while the other tribe provides support with ranged weapons or healing creatures like the Daeodon. While the allied tribe cannot directly control the combat dinos, they can still benefit from their presence and work together to achieve common goals. This requires clear communication and pre-battle planning to ensure that both tribes understand their roles and responsibilities.
One important consideration is the risk of betrayal or miscommunication. Since allied tribes do not share ownership of creatures, there is always a risk that one tribe could misuse or lose the other tribe's tamed creatures. To mitigate this risk, it is important to establish clear rules and boundaries for the use of shared creatures. For example, tribes can agree on specific times or conditions when creatures can be used by the allied tribe, and set up safeguards to prevent accidental loss or damage.
Advanced techniques for sharing tamed creatures include using cryopods and cryofridges. Cryopods allow players to store tamed creatures in a portable form, which can then be transferred to allied tribes. While the allied tribe cannot directly control the creature, they can still benefit from its presence by deploying it in specific situations. For example, an allied tribe could use a cryopod to deploy a high-level Argentavis for transportation during a raid, even though they cannot directly control it. This requires careful coordination and trust, as the allied tribe must return the cryopod to the owning tribe after use.
Resource requirements and preparation are also important considerations. Sharing tamed creatures often requires both tribes to invest in infrastructure, such as shared bases, cryofridges, and transportation methods. Both tribes should also ensure that they have the necessary resources to support the shared creatures, such as food, saddles, and healing items. This requires careful resource management and planning to ensure that both tribes can sustain the arrangement over time.
In solo play, sharing tamed creatures with allied tribes is less common, as solo players typically focus on their own survival and progression. However, solo players can still benefit from alliances by forming temporary partnerships with other tribes. For example, a solo player could offer their tamed creatures for specific tasks in exchange for resources or protection. This requires clear communication and negotiation to ensure that both parties benefit from the arrangement.
Specific examples of sharing tamed creatures include a tribe with a high-level Quetzal offering transportation services to an allied tribe, or a tribe with a high-level Therizinosaur providing fiber and thatch gathering for a shared base. In PvP scenarios, allied tribes can coordinate the use of tamed creatures during raids, such as using a Giganotosaurus to break through enemy defenses while the allied tribe provides ranged support.
In conclusion, while allied tribes cannot directly share tamed creatures in ARK: Survival Evolved, there are several strategies and techniques that can be used to effectively share their benefits. These include using tribe-owned settings, shared structures, cryopods, and careful coordination during combat. Clear communication, trust, and resource management are key to making these arrangements work. By understanding the mechanics and implementing the right strategies, allied tribes can greatly enhance their cooperation and success in the game.
First, it is important to understand the mechanics of tribe alliances. When two tribes form an alliance, they gain certain benefits, such as the ability to see each other on the map, share experience points from kills, and avoid friendly fire. However, allied tribes do not share ownership of tamed creatures. This means that a creature tamed by one tribe cannot be directly controlled or ridden by members of the allied tribe. Despite this limitation, there are ways to work around this restriction.
One common method is to use the "tribe-owned" setting on creatures. When a creature is set to tribe-owned, any member of the tribe can access and use it. While allied tribes cannot directly control these creatures, they can still benefit from them indirectly. For example, an allied tribe can request that a creature be set to follow them or be used for specific tasks, such as gathering resources or defending a base. This requires clear communication and trust between the allied tribes, as the owning tribe must manually adjust the creature's settings to accommodate the allied tribe's needs.
Another strategy is to use shared structures and resources. Allied tribes can build shared bases or resource-gathering stations where tamed creatures are stationed. For example, a tribe with a high-level Ankylosaurus for metal gathering can station it at a shared mining outpost. The allied tribe can then bring metal ore to the Ankylosaurus for processing, even though they cannot directly control the creature. This approach requires careful planning and coordination to ensure that both tribes benefit equally from the arrangement.
When it comes to combat, allied tribes can coordinate the use of tamed creatures during raids or defenses. For example, one tribe can provide high-level Rexes or other combat dinos, while the other tribe provides support with ranged weapons or healing creatures like the Daeodon. While the allied tribe cannot directly control the combat dinos, they can still benefit from their presence and work together to achieve common goals. This requires clear communication and pre-battle planning to ensure that both tribes understand their roles and responsibilities.
One important consideration is the risk of betrayal or miscommunication. Since allied tribes do not share ownership of creatures, there is always a risk that one tribe could misuse or lose the other tribe's tamed creatures. To mitigate this risk, it is important to establish clear rules and boundaries for the use of shared creatures. For example, tribes can agree on specific times or conditions when creatures can be used by the allied tribe, and set up safeguards to prevent accidental loss or damage.
Advanced techniques for sharing tamed creatures include using cryopods and cryofridges. Cryopods allow players to store tamed creatures in a portable form, which can then be transferred to allied tribes. While the allied tribe cannot directly control the creature, they can still benefit from its presence by deploying it in specific situations. For example, an allied tribe could use a cryopod to deploy a high-level Argentavis for transportation during a raid, even though they cannot directly control it. This requires careful coordination and trust, as the allied tribe must return the cryopod to the owning tribe after use.
Resource requirements and preparation are also important considerations. Sharing tamed creatures often requires both tribes to invest in infrastructure, such as shared bases, cryofridges, and transportation methods. Both tribes should also ensure that they have the necessary resources to support the shared creatures, such as food, saddles, and healing items. This requires careful resource management and planning to ensure that both tribes can sustain the arrangement over time.
In solo play, sharing tamed creatures with allied tribes is less common, as solo players typically focus on their own survival and progression. However, solo players can still benefit from alliances by forming temporary partnerships with other tribes. For example, a solo player could offer their tamed creatures for specific tasks in exchange for resources or protection. This requires clear communication and negotiation to ensure that both parties benefit from the arrangement.
Specific examples of sharing tamed creatures include a tribe with a high-level Quetzal offering transportation services to an allied tribe, or a tribe with a high-level Therizinosaur providing fiber and thatch gathering for a shared base. In PvP scenarios, allied tribes can coordinate the use of tamed creatures during raids, such as using a Giganotosaurus to break through enemy defenses while the allied tribe provides ranged support.
In conclusion, while allied tribes cannot directly share tamed creatures in ARK: Survival Evolved, there are several strategies and techniques that can be used to effectively share their benefits. These include using tribe-owned settings, shared structures, cryopods, and careful coordination during combat. Clear communication, trust, and resource management are key to making these arrangements work. By understanding the mechanics and implementing the right strategies, allied tribes can greatly enhance their cooperation and success in the game.