๐Ÿบ Taming Update - Complete Guide

Master the taming system! Learn how to tame wolves, bears, and mammoths to become your loyal companions in the forest.

๐Ÿ†• Taming Update Overview

The taming update introduces a revolutionary gameplay mechanic allowing you to befriend wild animals. Tamed pets will follow you, fight enemies, and significantly improve your survival chances!

2

Max Active Pets

6+

Tameable Species

NEW

Zookeeper Class

๐ŸŽต Taming Flute Mechanics

How to Obtain Taming Flute

  • ๐Ÿ•๏ฟฝ?Taming Tent near campfire
  • ๐Ÿ  Domestication Cabin on map
  • ๐ŸฆŠ Pelt Trader (can purchase)
  • ๐ŸŽญ Starts with Zookeeper class

Flute Upgrade Levels

  • ๐Ÿฅ‰ Old Flute - Starter, basic animals
  • ๐Ÿฅˆ Good Flute - Mid-tier animals
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Super Flute - All animals including mammoths
  • โฌ†๏ธ Upgrade at Flute Workbench/Skills Building

๐ŸŽฎ Taming Minigame

The taming process uses a minigame similar to fishing:

  1. Approach a wild animal with your Taming Flute equipped
  2. Initiate taming - a red bar and green zone appear
  3. Keep the red bar within the green zone to fill progress bar
  4. Complete multiple stages for tougher animals (bears, mammoths)
  5. Feed the animal required food after each successful stage
  6. Animal becomes tamed when all stages complete!

๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Focus! The minigame can be challenging for high-tier animals. Practice on bunnies first!

๐ŸฆŠ Zookeeper Class

Class Perks

๏ฟฝ?Faster Leveling

Taming whistle levels up faster, unlocking better animals quicker

โค๏ธ Health Boost

Tamed animals restore more health when fed

๐ŸŽต Taming Speed

Flute minigame is easier and faster

The Zookeeper class is highly recommended if you plan to use taming as your main strategy!

๐Ÿพ Tameable Animals Guide

๐Ÿฐ Bunnies (Beginner)

Difficulty: ๏ฟฝ?Easy

Food Required: ๐Ÿฅ• Carrots

Taming Stages: 1

Combat Ability: Low

Best For: Practice taming mechanic

Special Traits: Fast, cute companions

๐Ÿบ Wolves (Common)

Difficulty: โญโญ Medium

Food Required: ๐Ÿฅฉ Steak (cooked meat)

Taming Stages: 1-2

Combat Ability: Medium

Best For: Combat support, early defense

Special Traits: Pack hunter behavior

๐Ÿป Bears (Advanced)

Difficulty: โญโญ๏ฟฝ?Hard

Food Required: ๐ŸŽƒ Pumpkin Stew + ๐Ÿ– Ribs

Taming Stages: 2-3

Combat Ability: High

Best For: Tank, heavy damage dealer

Special Traits: High HP, strong attacks

๐Ÿ˜ Mammoths (Expert)

Difficulty: โญโญโญโญ Very Hard

Food Required: ๐ŸŽƒ Pumpkins + ๐ŸŽ‚ Cake

Taming Stages: 3-4

Combat Ability: Very High

Best For: End-game powerhouse

Special Traits: Massive damage, intimidating

โš ๏ธ Requires Super Flute! Upgrade your flute fully before attempting mammoths.

๐Ÿปโ€โ„๏ฟฝ?Polar Bears (Expert)

Difficulty: โญโญโญโญ Very Hard

Food Required: Special cold-region food

Taming Stages: 3+

Combat Ability: Very High

Best For: Snow biome survival

Special Traits: Cold resistance, unique texture

๐ŸŽฎ Pet Commands

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Follow

Pet follows you everywhere

๐Ÿช‘
Sit

Pet stays in place

๐Ÿ”“
Release

Despawn pet (not permanent)

โœ๏ธ
Rename

Give your pet a custom name!

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Taming Tips

๏ฟฝ?Best Practices

  • Start with bunnies to learn the minigame
  • Stock food BEFORE attempting to tame
  • Use Zookeeper class for easier taming
  • Tame during daytime for safety
  • Aim for 1 tank + 1 DPS pet combo

๏ฟฝ?Common Mistakes

  • Not having required food ready
  • Trying mammoths without Super Flute
  • Taming at night (Deer risk!)
  • Forgetting 2-pet limit
  • Not upgrading flute regularly

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Pet Combinations

๐Ÿ† Recommended Combos

  • Early Game: 2x Wolves - Easy to tame, good pack synergy
  • Mid Game: Bear + Wolf - Tank + DPS combo
  • Late Game: Mammoth + Polar Bear - Maximum power
  • Balanced: Bear + Bear - Double tank for cultist raids

โš”๏ธ Combat Tactics

Your pets will automatically attack nearby enemies. Position yourself strategically:

  • Use "Sit" to position pets near campfire for defense
  • Pets can tank Deer temporarily (but not kill it!)
  • Great against cultist raids - pets deal heavy damage
  • Feed pets during battle to heal them

๏ฟฝ?Taming FAQ

Do pets die permanently?

No! If a pet "dies" you can summon it again. Use "Release" to despawn and re-summon later.

Can I have more than 2 pets?

No, maximum is 2 active pets at once. Choose wisely!

Do tamed animals look different?

Yes! Tamed creatures often have unique visual styles or retextures to distinguish them.

Is taming worth it?

Absolutely! Tamed pets significantly improve survival, especially in late-game cultist raids.

Related Guides

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Deer Survival

Master the deadliest threat
๐Ÿ”ฅ

Survival Guide

Advanced survival strategies
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Free Codes

Unlock Zookeeper class with Gems!