The Cultist King is a formidable boss introduced in the Volcanic Biome update, known for his massive size and devastating golden mace. Taking him down requires preparation, coordination, and a solid strategy. This guide provides everything you need to know to spawn, fight, and claim the valuable loot of the Cultist King.
Cultist King Spawn Location and Requirements
The Cultist King does not roam freely; he must be summoned by players at a specific location.
Spawn Location:
You must find the Cultist King Base, a large, church-like structure that has a 50% chance to generate in the Volcanic Biome.
On your Map, look for a distinct grey-colored area in the volcano region.
Be cautious, as the area is patrolled by dangerous enemies like Scorpions, Hellephants, and the Ram monster, which you should avoid making eye contact with.
Summoning Requirements:
To summon the Cultist King, you need four Cultist Gems. These rare items can be obtained from several sources:
Defeating Cultists during night raids.
Looting Cultist Strongholds and the Cultist Laboratory.
Finding them in Gold Chests.
A rare chance to get them from fishing.
Once you have the four gems and have located the Cultist King Base, proceed to the main room with a large painting of the king. You will find four platforms near the stairs. Place one Cultist Gem on each platform. When all four platforms are active and glowing, the Cultist King will materialize and immediately attack.
Combat Strategy and Tips
The Cultist King is a high-health boss (estimated at 1000 HP, double that of a Hellephant) with high-damage, sweeping attacks. A direct melee approach is not recommended.
Here are the best strategies to defeat him:
Maintain Distance: His primary weapon is a melee mace. The safest strategy is to use ranged weapons like crossbows or rifles.
Kite and Shoot: Use the “kiting” technique. Sprint backwards to maintain a safe distance while turning to fire shots at him. His movement speed is high but manageable with sprinting.
Use the Environment: The Cultist King Base and its surroundings have pillars and terrain. You can use these to break his line of sight and make him get stuck, giving you free opportunities to attack.
Lava is Your Friend: If possible, lure him near lava. Pushing him or making him fall in can inflict significant environmental damage and make the fight easier.
Bring Tamed Animals: Tamed wolves, polar bears, or even a Hellephant can provide valuable distraction and extra damage, taking the boss’s attention away from you.
Fight with Friends: This is highly recommended. Coordinating with a team makes kiting, distracting, and dealing damage much more manageable.
Cultist King Loot Table
Defeating the Cultist King is highly rewarding. He drops a selection of powerful late-game items. Here is the complete loot table:
Mossy Coins: Used to purchase special structures from vendors.
Inferno Sword: A powerful melee weapon that inflicts the Burn status effect on enemies.
Inferno Crossbow: A ranged weapon that also applies the Burn effect with its bolts.
Cultist King Antler: A crafting material used to create the Infernal Helmet at an Anvil.
Wildfire: A unique item with an Area-of-Effect (AoE) ability, perfect for handling groups of enemies.
Infernal Sack: A must-have utility item. This storage sack not only holds 20 items but also automatically cooks raw food placed inside it.
Note: The Cultist King Mace that the boss wields is not part of his normal drop table. It can only be obtained through admin commands (Admin Abuse).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the easiest way to get Cultist Gems?
A: The most reliable method is to survive night raids and defeat the Cultists that spawn. Farming Cultist Strongholds is also a good strategy.
Q: Can I solo the Cultist King?
A: It is possible for highly skilled and well-equipped players, but it is very challenging. Using the kiting strategy with a powerful ranged weapon and a tamed animal is your best bet for a solo attempt.
Q: What is the best item the Cultist King drops?
A: The Infernal Sack is arguably the most impactful due to its automatic cooking feature, which provides immense quality-of-life improvement. The Inferno Sword and Crossbow are top-tier weapons.
Q: Why won’t the Cultist King spawn?
A: Double-check that you have placed a gem on all four platforms and that they are all glowing. Also, ensure you are in the correct building, the Cultist King Base, in the Volcanic Biome.
Conclusion
The Cultist King is one of the toughest challenges in 99 Nights in the Forest, but the rewards are well worth the effort. By gathering four Cultist Gems, summoning him at his base, and employing a cautious, ranged combat strategy, you can emerge victorious. His loot, including the fiery Inferno weapons and the incredibly useful Infernal Sack, will significantly boost your progression and prepare you for whatever the forest throws at you next. Gather your allies, prepare your best gear, and good luck