How To Tame A Pachy In Ark

So, you've decided you want a dino buddy in Ark that's a little... different? Forget the Rexes and Raptors for a minute. Let's talk about the Pachycephalosaurus, or as I like to call them, the "Head-Butt Buddies."

Pachy 101: More Than Just a Thick Skull

These guys are, let's be honest, kinda goofy-looking. They waddle around, and their main skill seems to be… well, headbutting. But don't let their looks fool you!

The Pachy is surprisingly useful early on. They can help you gather berries, and they are surprisingly good at knocking out smaller dinos for taming.

Finding Your Future Head-Butt

First, you need to find one. Pachycephalosaurus aren’t exactly rare, but they do have preferred hangouts. Look around grasslands and forests, especially near rivers.

Spotting them is easy; just look for the dino that looks like it's constantly having a bad hair day (or maybe a good one, depending on your style). They are usually hanging out solo or in pairs.

The Art of the Knockout (Without Getting Knocked Out)

This is where things get interesting. Forget tranquilizer darts for now. We're going old-school!

Your best bet is to use a club or slingshot. Aim for the head (ironic, right?), but be careful not to kill your new friend. It's a delicate balance.

I once tried to tame a Pachy with my bare hands. Let's just say I learned a valuable lesson about dino headbutts that day. A lesson involving stars and a slightly throbbing forehead.

Snack Time: The Pachy's Weakness

Once your Pachy is snoozing, it's time to offer it a treat. They love berries, especially Mejoberries. Load them into its inventory, and watch the taming bar slowly fill up.

Keep an eye on its torpor! If it starts to wake up, give it another bonk on the head. Just enough to keep it asleep, not enough to turn it into dino jerky.

I find it helpful to have a little "taming kit" prepared: berries, a club, and maybe a comfy chair for you to relax in while you wait. Taming can take a while, after all.

Welcome to the Family, Head-Butt!

Congratulations! You now have a Pachy of your very own! Give it a cool name, like "Skullcrusher" or "Headbanger."

Mount up, and get ready for some head-butting action! These guys are surprisingly strong, and they can be a fun way to travel and gather resources.

Just remember, a Pachy is more than just a dino with a thick skull. It's a loyal companion, a berry-gathering machine, and a surprisingly effective weapon against annoying Dodos. So go out there, find your Head-Butt Buddy, and have some fun!