Complete Rhynio Guide: Ark Survival Ascended

The Rhyniognatha, often affectionately known as the Rhynio, is a powerful, omnivorous invertebrate that adds an exciting new element to ARK: Survival Ascended. A creature unlike any other, the Rhyniognatha boasts a range of fascinating abilities, including the ability to carry large creatures and structures, as well as a unique combat style. This guide will cover everything you need to know to understand, tame, and make the most of this incredible creature in your ARK journey.

From its origins as a community-voted winner in the Creature Vote of February 2023 to its official introduction in ARK: Survival Evolved in June 2023, the Rhyniognatha has captured the attention of players with its versatility and usefulness. In this guide, we will break down the behavior, abilities, taming process, and fun facts about this invertebrate marvel, ensuring you’re fully prepared to utilize the Rhynio in your adventures.

Quick Glance Info: Rhyniognatha

Behavior of the Rhyniognatha

The Rhyniognatha is an interesting creature to observe in the wild, thanks to its unique mix of passive and aggressive behaviors. It primarily roams around in search of resources and will react aggressively if provoked. Known for its ability to produce resin from sap, this creature plays a crucial role in both survival and combat scenarios. It’s not just a powerful ally; it can also be a formidable foe when encountered in the wild.

The Rhynio can be found on The Island and Lost Island maps in the Swamp regions.

When attacking, the Rhyniognatha has several modes of engagement, making it a versatile adversary or asset. Its behavior is defined by its ability to adapt to both ground and air combat, shifting its tactics based on the situation. Whether it’s using its powerful resin projectiles or its terrifying scream to frighten enemies, the Rhyniognatha’s behavior is dynamic and requires players to think strategically when interacting with it.

Details About the Rhyniognatha

First up in this Rhyniognatha guide, let’s discuss the basic details to know: available variations, colors (and regions), temperment, and drops. The Rhyniognatha was the very last creature to be released for Ark Survival Evolved on June 2, 2023.

The Rhyniognatha stands out not only for its in-game abilities but also for its size and physical features. This large invertebrate is capable of carrying sizable creatures and structures, making it a valuable asset for transport and construction. It also has the remarkable ability to fly, swim, and even glide on water, offering unparalleled maneuverability compared to other creatures in ARK.

The Rhyniognatha is a resourceful creature, converting sap into resin passively when it is in its inventory. The resin it produces is highly useful for crafting and combat and serves as a crucial resource for both offensive and defensive strategies. In terms of combat, the Rhyniognatha utilizes various projectile types, including needles, rockets, and sticky bombs, each serving a different purpose and offering different levels of damage.

While there are currently no variants of the Rhynio, it does utilize all 6 color regions, those regions being listed in order below:

1. Region 0: Main body
2. Region 1: Body stripes
3. Region 2: Eyes
4. Region 3: Underbelly
5. Region 4: Stripe highlights
6. Region 5: Leg highlights

When it comes to drops, the Rhyniognatha is notable for its unique pheromone, which is dropped only by males. The pheromone is essential for impregnating tamed creatures, a fascinating mechanic that allows players to tame the Rhyniognathas. However, players should note that the male Rhyniognatha is the only source of this crucial item.

Abilities, Utilities, & Combat of the Rhyniognatha

Next up, let’s go over the various ways the Rhynio can serve you and your tribe.

Active Abilities

• Swipe: The Rhyniognatha can swipe at targets, dealing 55 damage. This can be used by both riders and the AI every 0.89 seconds.
• Shoot: The Rhyniognatha can fire a variety of resin projectiles, including:
  • Needle: Consumes 1 resin per shot, dealing 75 damage.
  • Rocket: Consumes 3 resin per shot, dealing 100 damage, with the added ability to lock onto targets.
  • Sticky Bomb: Consumes 5 resin per shot, dealing 300 damage on impact and applying a resin debuff to creatures in contact with the resin pool.
• Scream: This ability can be used on the ground to frighten medium and large-sized creatures, reducing their ability to engage for several seconds. This scream can be used every 30 seconds.
• Pick Up: The Rhyniognatha has the ability to carry creatures, players, or structures weighing up to 600 drag weight.
• Resin Armor: By consuming 1 resin every 30 seconds, the Rhyniognatha can cover itself in a resin armor that reduces incoming damage by 40%, offering extra protection in combat.
• Fly: The Rhyniognatha can take flight, maneuvering freely in all directions, much like a Tapejara, and can even land on water or irregular surfaces.

Passive Abilities

1. Resin Producer: The Rhyniognatha converts sap into resin, producing 1 resin every 5 seconds.
2. Air Maneuverability: Capable of agile movements in the air, the Rhyniognatha can fly in any direction and is highly maneuverable.
3. Passenger Seat: The Rhyniognatha saddle comes equipped with a rider and a passenger seat, making it perfect for transporting multiple players.
4. Water Surfaces: The Rhyniognatha can glide over water and even swim underwater, making it an excellent aquatic explorer.

Combat Tactics

The Rhyniognatha’s combat is centered around its ability to use different resin projectiles and its fear-inducing scream. The creature can also carry large creatures and structures, making it a unique tool for transporting assets in combat situations.

How to Tame the Rhyniognatha

Taming the Rhyniognatha is unlike any other creature in ARK: Survival Ascended. Instead of a traditional taming process, the Rhyniognatha requires a special method known as impregnation.

Steps to Tame the Rhyniognatha

1. Obtain Rhyniognatha Pheromone: This item is dropped by male Rhyniognathas. You will need to track down a male to collect the pheromone.
2. Weaken a Female Rhyniognatha: Find a female Rhyniognatha and reduce its health to below 10%.
3. Use the Pheromone on a Creature: Once the female’s health is low, apply the pheromone to a tamed creature (only creatures with a drag weight of 300 or more can be used).
4. Wait for Impregnation: After applying the pheromone, the female Rhyniognatha will impregnate the creature. The host creature will die when the baby Rhyniognatha is born.
5. Care for the Baby: The Rhyniognatha baby will be a juvenile at birth and requires standard care, including feeding berries or raw meat. It will inherit stats from both the mother and the surrogate creature.
6. Raise the Baby: Once the baby reaches maturity, it can be imprinted and used just like any other Rhyniognatha.

Fun Facts About the Rhyniognatha

• The Rhyniognatha can glide across water and even swim underwater, making it one of the most versatile creatures in the game.
• It can carry creatures and structures that would normally require a Quetzal, such as vaults and large dinos, making it invaluable for transporting heavy items or tames.
• The creature’s ability to change projectiles mid-fight means that it can adapt to a variety of combat scenarios, from ranged sniping to close-range damage.
• The Rhyniognatha’s scream, which causes fear in medium-to-large creatures, can be a lifesaver in combat or when attempting to avoid dangerous wild creatures.

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The Rhyniognatha is a versatile and powerful creature that can serve many purposes in ARK: Survival Ascended, from resource gathering to combat and transport. Mastering this creature’s abilities will open up new strategies and tactics in your survival journey.

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