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How to tame a Triceratops on Ark: Survival Evolved?

The Triceratops, which many players call a Trike, is one of the most useful dinosaurs you will encounter in Ark Survival Evolved and Ark Survival Ascended. This large, three-horned creature is essential for survival because it provides strong protection and can easily gather resources.

A Trike is generally not necessarily difficult to tame, making it an excellent goal for an early game tame. It is perfect for new players because you can tame it using simple food like berries. Getting a Trike is a major boost to your early-game abilities and defense on the Ark.

This guide will walk you through the proper steps for a safe taming process. We will cover how to handle its aggressive attack, what kibble to feed it, and the best tips to ensure you safely knock out and secure this powerful pack animal.

Where do you find a Triceratops?

Finding a Triceratops is usually very easy on the Ark Survival map. These popular dinosaurs spawn in large numbers across the grassy plains and forested locations.

You will often find a Triceratops walking in a small pack of two or three creatures. Be careful when you attack one, as its entire pack will attack you to defend their group.

It is safer to tame a low-level Trike near the coast. A low-level Triceratops is easier to knock out and requires much less food than a higher-level Trike.

How to prepare?

Preparation is vital before attempting to tame a Triceratops. The main goal is to safely deliver enough torpor to knock it out without getting killed by its attack.

Here are the essential items you need to craft:

  • To Knock Out: You need a bow or crossbow equipped with tranq arrows. You can use a slingshot on a low-level Trike, but a bow is far more efficient.

  • To Keep Asleep: You need plenty of narcotics or narco berries in your inventory. You can also use bio toxin to easily keep the animal asleep.

  • Best Taming Food: The Triceratops loves Mejoberries. For the quickest taming process and highest effectiveness, use simple kibble or Triceratops kibble.

Remember to craft the Trike saddle so you can immediately ride your new dinosaur once the tame is complete.

What tips and tricks do I need to learn to tame a Triceratops easily?

The key tips for safely taming a Trike involve using the world around you to avoid its attack and powerful charge attack.

Taming Method Description
High Ground Find a high rock or cliff where the Triceratops cannot climb. Stand safely here and shoot it with tranq arrows until it is knocked out.
Tree Trap Lead the Triceratops into dense trees or a small trap. Once it gets stuck in the trees, you can safely shoot the body.
Aim for the Body Never aim for the head shield, as it significantly reduces the effectiveness of your tranq arrows. Always shoot the body for maximum effectiveness.
Dodge the Charge The Triceratops charge attack will knock you down. Always dodge to the side when it starts its charge attack to avoid the hit.
If you are going for a high-level tame, you will need to wait longer and use a lot more narcotics and tranq arrows. A higher-level Trike also provides better melee damage.

What to do with a Triceratops after I tame it?

The Triceratops is an incredible asset once the tame is complete. After placing the crafted Trike saddle on your animal, you will gain many useful abilities that boost your survival.

The Trike excels at gathering. You can attack trees to easily gather wood and thatch, and its grazing attack will gather massive amounts of berries and crops. You will gain more berries than any human player.

It is also an excellent pack animal for riding and defending. Its high health and natural attack make it great for carrying stuff in its inventory and protecting you from other creatures. A higher-level Triceratops will have better stamina and speed.

Remember to constantly feed your Triceratops berries and crops to maintain its health and stamina.

Conclusion

The Triceratops is an essential dinosaur to tame for early survival in Ark Survival Evolved. It is easy to find a low-level Triceratops and knock it out quickly with a bow and tranq arrows.

Always remember to aim for the body to maintain effectiveness and have enough narcotics ready, especially for a higher-level Trike. Once you have this strong pack animal, you will gain a powerful boost to your survival.