Taming animals in 99 Nights in the Forest is a core survival mechanic that provides you with loyal companions who will fight by your side. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from finding your first Taming Flute to feeding the mighty Mammoth.
Getting Started: The Taming Flute
Before you can befriend any creature, you need the essential tool: the Taming Flute.
Location: Head to the Domestication Cabin, a building near your camp. It is easily identifiable by its red tent and a pot containing the Old Taming Flute.
Acquisition: Interact with the pot to obtain your first Taming Flute. This is the Level 1 version and your key to starting your journey as an animal tamer.
Upgrading Your Taming Flute
To tame stronger and rarer animals, you must upgrade your Taming Flute. There are three tiers:
Old Taming Flute (Level 1)
Good Taming Flute (Level 2)
Super Taming Flute (Level 3)
How to Upgrade:
Visit the Upgrade Building near your camp (the same building that houses the fishing rod).
You upgrade your flute by gaining Taming XP. This is done by successfully taming animals.
A yellow XP bar will appear above your map icon when you tame creatures. Once this bar is completely filled, you can return to the Upgrade Building to advance to the next flute level.
Each new level unlocks the ability to tame a new set of specific animals.
The Step-by-Step Taming Process
Once you have the appropriate flute level, you can begin taming.
Find an Animal: Locate the animal you wish to tame in the forest.
Enter the Green Circle: Approach the animal carefully until you are inside the green circle that appears around it.
The Taming Minigame: A taming bar will appear on the right side of your screen. This bar has a green zone and a moving red line.
Your goal is to keep the red line within the green area of the bar. The mechanics are similar to the fishing minigame in 99 Nights in the Forest.
Pro Tip: Using the Zookeeper class can significantly help by making the taming bar more stable and easier to control.
The Feeding Phase: After successfully completing the minigame, the animal will request specific food. The type and quantity of food depend on the animal species and its temper.
Success: Once you provide the required food, the animal’s red “anger” bar will transform into a green “jolly” bar. Congratulations, you now have a new pet!
Animal Taming Requirements & Food List
Here is a detailed list of what each animal requires to be tamed.
| Animal | Required Food |
|---|---|
| Rabbit | 1 Carrot |
| Wolf | 2 Steaks (6 total) |
| Scorpion | 1 Steak (3 total) + 1 Morsel (3 total) |
| Arctic Fox | 1 Steak (3 total) + 1 Chili (3 total) |
| Alpha Wolf | 1 Steak (4 total) + 1 Stew (4 total) + 1 Corn (4 total) |
| Bear | 1 Ribs (5 total) + 1 Stew (5 total) + 1 Pumpkin (5 total) |
| Mammoth | 2 Pumpkins (10 total) + 1 Cake (5 total) |
| Lava Mammoth | 2 Pumpkins (10 total) + 1 Cake (5 total) |
Important Note: The numbers in parentheses (e.g., “6 total”) indicate the total number of that item you need to craft the required food portion.
Pro Taming Tips
Start Small: Begin by taming a Rabbit. They have a calm temperament, making the taming minigame easier for beginners.
Come Prepared: Always bring a few Bandages with you. If the taming process goes wrong, you might take damage from the angry animal.
Know Your Role: If you are serious about building an army of pets, the Zookeeper class is highly recommended for its taming stability bonus.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Where do I find the Taming Flute?
A: You can find the Old Taming Flute in the pot at the Domestication Cabin, located near your camp and marked by a red tent.
Q: How do I upgrade my Taming Flute?
A: Upgrade your flute at the Upgrade Building near camp. You must first fill the yellow Taming XP bar by successfully taming animals.
Q: What do my tamed animals do?
A: Tamed animals will follow you around the map and actively protect you by attacking any entity that attacks you first.
Q: Can I tame every animal with the starting flute?
A: No. The Old Taming Flute (Level 1) only allows you to tame basic animals. You need the Good and Super Taming Flutes for stronger creatures like Bears and Mammoths.
Conclusion
Taming animals in 99 Nights in the Forest is a rewarding process that transforms you from a vulnerable survivor into a master of the wild. By securing the Taming Flute, diligently upgrading it, and gathering the necessary food, you can build a powerful pack of companions to help you survive the 99 nights. Start with a Rabbit, practice the minigame, and soon you’ll be commanding your very own Mammoth.