If you're a fan of *Fallout 76*, you've likely been battling Ghouls for years. Now, the game offers a fresh perspective by allowing players to become Ghouls themselves through a new questline. But is it worth it to take the leap and become a Ghoul? Let's dive into the details to help you decide.
How to Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76
To embrace your inner Ghoul in *Fallout 76*, you must reach at least level 50 and embark on the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you accept, you'll journey to the Savage Divide and encounter characters who will guide you through the transformation. It's a straightforward process, but the decision comes with its own set of advantages and challenges.
Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76
Turning into a Ghoul grants you access to unique abilities like Feral and Glow. With Feral, your meter begins at 100% and decreases over time, but you can replenish it by using Chems. Here's a breakdown of what the Feral meter provides:
- Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
- Above 60%: +15 Max HP
- Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
- Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
- At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, -300% Hip-fire Gun & V.A.T.S. Accuracy
The Glow ability increases your maximum health and allows you to heal from damage, which you can activate by consuming bad food and wandering in irradiated areas—activities usually to be avoided.
Moreover, Ghouls can utilize a range of new Perk cards alongside the standard human ones, enhancing your gameplay. As a Ghoul, you're immune to diseases and don't need regular food, making exploration more enjoyable.
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Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76
However, becoming a Ghoul isn't without its downsides. Completing the "Leap of Faith" questline can sour your relations with certain factions, potentially hindering your ability to complete quests. Additionally, your Charisma drops significantly, making interactions less engaging.
Yet, *Fallout 76* offers a workaround. A new NPC, Jaye Vo, introduced in the "Leap of Faith" questline, provides disguises to help you navigate missions and avoid unnecessary conflicts.
Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?
Despite the drawbacks, the benefits of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76* are too enticing to ignore. The unique abilities and perks add a thrilling dimension to the game. If you later decide to revert to your human form, you can do so via the Character screen, though you'll need to wait until the "Leap of Faith" questline is complete. Reverting back to a Ghoul later will cost 1,000 Atoms.
Armed with this information, you're ready to venture into the Savage Divide and experience the game from a whole new perspective. So, should you become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*? The choice is yours, but it's certainly an exciting opportunity to explore.
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Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
