The Everdawn Part II update for Raise Animals has introduced the game’s first-ever boss fight, featuring the mighty and rare Cthulhu. This Shiny creature is the ultimate prize for any player, but capturing it requires skill, patience, and a solid strategy. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to find, survive, and capture the Cthulhu boss.
How to Find and Spawn the Cthulhu Boss
Finding Cthulhu is the first major challenge. It does not appear randomly in the main world.
Unlock the Everdawn Biome: To even have a chance, you must first unlock the Everdawn biome from the map in the lasso minigame. This requires $35,000 in-game cash.
Enter the Lasso Minigame: Once the biome is unlocked, enter the lasso minigame as you normally would to capture any other animal.
Low Spawn Chance: Inside the Everdawn biome minigame, Cthulhu has only a 10% chance to spawn.
Look for the Eclipse: When Cthulhu does spawn, it will trigger a distinct weather change called the Everdawn Eclipse. This is your visual cue that the boss fight is beginning.
Be prepared for multiple runs, as the low spawn rate means you might not find him on your first try.
The Boss Fight: Surviving All Three Attack Waves
The most critical rule of the Cthulhu fight is: Do not attempt to lasso him during the attack waves. Any attempt to capture him before the phases are over will cause him to flee, ending your run. Your only job during this phase is to survive.
The boss fight consists of three consecutive waves of attacks:
Wave 1: Energy Orbs
Cthulhu will launch energy orbs across the arena. Focus on watching their trajectories and moving to safe spots to avoid damage.Wave 2: Plant Liana
Liana (vine) attacks will emerge from the ground. These can be tricky, so keep a constant eye on your footing and be ready to move quickly.Wave 3: Combined Assault
The final wave is a combination of both Energy Orbs and Plant Liana attacks. This is the most intense part of the fight, requiring full attention and evasive movement.
How to Capture Cthulhu After the Waves
Once the third and final wave concludes, the music will change, and Cthulhu will become passive.
Approach Carefully: Now you can safely approach him.
Start the Lasso Minigame: Begin the capturing process with your lasso as you would with any other animal.
Prepare for a Long Minigame: Capturing Cthulhu is not quick. The process takes approximately four to six minutes because:
He has 10 Hit Points, meaning you must successfully complete the lasso minigame ten times.
He has a passive ability that summons a “clear wave” of obstacles roughly every 15 to 20 seconds, which can disrupt your rhythm.
Persistence is key during this long capture sequence.
Pro Tips for Success
Choose a Small Animal: Before starting the lasso minigame, select a small animal character. A smaller hitbox makes it significantly easier to dodge the attacks during the three waves.
Patience is a Virtue: Remember the golden rule: survive first, capture second. Rushing with the lasso will only waste your run.
Farm Cash: Ensure you have enough money ($35,000) to unlock the Everdawn biome and fund multiple attempts.
FAQ: Raise Animals Cthulhu Boss
Q1: What happens if I try to lasso Cthulhu during the attack waves?
He will immediately teleport away and despawn, causing you to fail the encounter. You must wait until all three attack waves are completely finished.
Q2: How much does it cost to unlock the Everdawn biome?
You need $35,000 in-game cash to permanently unlock the Everdawn biome from the lasso minigame map.
Q3: What is the spawn rate for the Cthulhu boss?
Cthulhu has a 10% spawn chance each time you enter the Everdawn biome in the lasso minigame.
Q4: Why does capturing Cthulhu take so long?
He has 10 Hit Points and a recurring “clear wave” ability that interrupts the capture process, making the entire sequence last 4-6 minutes.
Q5: Is Cthulhu the only boss in Raise Animals?
Yes, with the Everdawn Part II update, Cthulhu is the first boss creature introduced to the game.
Conclusion
The Cthulhu boss is a fantastic and challenging addition to Raise Animals. Success hinges on three pillars: unlocking the Everdawn biome, exercising extreme patience by surviving all three attack waves without attempting to capture, and then enduring the lengthy lasso minigame. By following this guide, you’ll be well-prepared to add this legendary Shiny boss to your collection. Good luck, and may the spawn odds be in your favor