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While Update v50 finally allowedLethal Companyplayers to kill thepreviously invincible Forest Keepers, it also added a powerful new enemy to the game world calledthe Old Bird. Despite the innocuous name, these massive mechanical creatures will become a barrier for those who decide to stroll through Adamance or Artifice in the afternoon. Sometimes, these enemies wander to other moons, too.
To win or at least survive after meeting the Old Bird, you must follow a set of strict rules and recommendations, as neglecting safety will force you to choose between being burned alive or dying from a couple of rocket launcher shots. For those looking to prepare for an encounter with the Old Bird inLethal Company, this guide will provide some useful tips and strategies.
How To Survive Against The Old Bird In Lethal Company
The first thing players should know about the Old Bird inLethal Companyis that they have several activity phases. In thefirst phase, which occurs fromearly morning until 3 pm, these mighty metal monsters remaininactive and pose no threat. Therefore, when arriving at the moon where these creatures live, you should hurry up and finish all work before 3 pm if possible.
Thesecond phaseof activitybegins at 3 pm(this phase will occur instantly regardless of the time of day if you take the Apparatus) and revolves around the destruction of all life in the world. The Old Bird does not distinguish between the player,the Eyeless Dog, the Forest Keeper, orany other outdoor creature; it attacks everyone it looks at.
Additionally, the Old Bird’s attack set is as varied as the shades of rust on its body. Often, this mechanical enemy leisurely wanders around the world scanning the territory, but upon noticing a living creature, it can do the following:
The best advice players can take is to avoid this enemy when possible.Finish everything before the patrol area phaseorwait until dark, and there are several reasons why this should be done. Firstly, in the dark, the Old Bird uses its eye flashlight to inspect the territory, and you will see exactly where you should not go and how to get around it. Secondly, this mechanical monster attacks everything that moves, but other monsters do not know about it. Simply put, you may sneak around in the dark while the Old Bird has fun with the other inhabitants of the moon.
If the tips above are not for you, theJetpackshould be your best friend. By flying over Old Bird, you’re able to easily maneuver and outrun missiles. Of course, this does not guarantee 100% survival, but it is much better than remaining on the ground. As a last resort, usethe TZP-Inhalantto get a boost and try to escape from the massive enemy on foot.
Can You Kill The Old Bird In Lethal Company?
Similar tothe Earth Leviathan, the Old Bird is animmortal creature that takes no damage. The monster will ignore any damage you deal you attempt to deal to it, resulting in nothing other than your potential death.
However, although you cannot kill the Old Bird,you can disable it. On some moons, such asArtifice, you can find massive warehouses. Inside these buildings, some levers activate massive warehouse doors. Simply open the door, lure the enemy inside, and close the door. Despite its size,the Old Bird will not be able to leave the building.
Where To Find The Old Bird In Lethal Company
As stated earlier, the Old Bird is a permanent inhabitant of the new moons, added in Update v50. So you will find these creatures often onEmbrionandArtifice. That said, you’re able to also meet these mechanic monsters on the following moons:
That is everything you need to know about the Old Bird inLethal Company. Although they are harmless in the morning and easy to avoid at night, they should not be underestimated. If you meet these monstersbetween 3 pm and 5 pm, surviving the encounter can be incredibly difficult.
