Insect Swarm

The Insect Swarm, also called Blade Wasps, is a cloud of biting insects that patrols the bogs of Genesis. A swarm does little damage, but it keeps draining stamina until none is left, which turns deadly when other predators are close.

Where to find it

• Both games: the bog biome of Genesis: Part 1, where it is one of the most common threats.
• ASE: also Genesis: Part 2 and Lost Island, in small numbers.

Taming

It cannot be tamed. In ASA, players with the Bob's Tall Tales content can use swarms through the Bladewasp Hive, a structure fuelled by honey that works as an anti-flyer and base defense.

Uses

Killing swarms gives Chitin and Raw Meat. They also attack Plant Species X plots, so they are worth clearing near a bog base.

Tips

• Water: wait in knee-deep water; the swarm will not attack you there and eventually loses interest.
• Fire: a torch handles one or two swarms; a flamethrower is better against groups.
• Bug Repellent: makes swarms ignore you while it lasts.