Elderclaw

The Elderclaw is a bear-like plant spirit from the paid ARK Fantastic Tames DLC for ASA, released alongside Valguero. It is a support fighter: its totems buff allied damage and its roots lock enemies in place, which makes it a useful partner in boss fights.

Where to find it

It is notably frequent on Lost Colony and Genesis Part 1, and also spawns on Valguero, Astraeos, Ragnarok, The Center, Aberration and Extinction.

How to get one

Adults cannot be tamed. Kill a wild Elderclaw for its seed, plant it in a Large Crop Plot, and keep it watered and fertilized. The seed asks for one of six items: Ammonite Bile, Bio Toxin, Black Pearl, Giant Bee Honey, Leech Blood or Sap. Supply it within 5 minutes or taming effectiveness drops. When it matures, a baby hatches.

Breeding

It can be bred, and seeds from tamed Elderclaws need only normal crop care.

Uses

• Spirit Totem: boosts allied damage by 5 to 25% inside a 45 m area.
• Root Burst: holds targets up to 30 m away.
• Bark Shield: cuts damage taken by 35% while it eats.

Tips

It has no saddle. Its armor comes from built-in Natural Armor that grows with level, and its rider is immune to bees.