Enshrouded Guide: How to Get and Tame a Faithful Friend – Dog

Step 1: Unlock Animal Taming by Recruiting the Hunter Survivor

Before embarking on your canine companionship journey, you must unlock the crucial taming ability. This happens through the Hunter Survivor. Engage with them and complete their initial quests. Eventually, a quest called “Man’s Best Friend” will appear. Accepting this mission unlocks animal taming and sets the stage for welcoming a dog into your settlement. Don’t rush; progress through the Hunter’s tasks methodically.

Step 2: Craft Dog Bait

Acquiring dog bait is essential for the taming process. To craft it, you’ll need specific materials. The precise ingredients will depend on your game’s progress. Gather enough resources. Craft multiple baits—three to five, ideally—to increase your chances of success. Place the ready-made dog bait in your hotbar for convenient access during the taming process.

Step 3: How to Tame Ruffles, the Beige Dog

Ruffles, the adorable beige dog, resides in the scavenger-infested town of Thornhold. To locate him, follow these steps:

• Travel to Thornhold: Use the Ancient Spire – Revelwood Fast Travel point and glide southeast, or if already unlocked, locate it on your map.
• Neutralize Threats: Clear the area of any hostile scavengers. Establishing a safe space for Ruffles is crucial.
• Find Ruffles: Look for him near the village’s center. If he’s fleeing a conflict, check the town’s edges.
• Begin the Taming: Approach him cautiously, throwing bait near him. If he displays signs of fear (visible icons above his head), back off and try again from a distance.
• Successful Interaction: Persistence pays off! After repeated successful interactions, Ruffles will accept your friendship and join your team.

Step 4: Finding the Black Dog

For a second furry friend, the elusive black dog awaits. Find him in the Nomad Highlands.

1. Travel to Nomad Highlands: Employ the Pillars of Creation fast travel to navigate into this region. Positioning a nearby Flame Shrine can facilitate your trip.
2. Locate the Watchtower: Identify a notable watchtower, a prominent landmark in this area.
3. Eliminate Skeleton Dogs: Clear the watchtower area of the guarding skeleton dogs.
4. Free the Dog: Inside a cage near the watchtower, you’ll discover the black dog. Break the barrier to release him.
5. Tame the Dog: Repeat the baiting and approach method employed to tame Ruffles, focusing on careful engagement and positive interactions.

Step 5: Caring for Your Dog

Now that you’ve welcomed your furry friends, ensure their well-being.

• Create a Cozy Home: Craft a dog pillow and food bowl from the farmer or related NPCs and place them in your settlement to provide a dedicated space for your new companions.
• Regular Meals: Consistently replenish the food bowl with dog bait to keep your dog happy and energized. A well-fed dog contributes to gameplay benefits.
• Frequent Interactions: Show affection and maintain positive relationships with your dogs through regular petting. These interactions grant a temporary health buff known as “Paw’s Touch,” boosting your health for 30 minutes.

Why Tamed Dogs Are Awesome

• Protective Aura: Dogs create a friendly aura, enhancing the safety of your settlement. This is an essential benefit, especially in the early stages.
• Multiple Companions: Embrace diverse companionships by taming more than one dog, or even other animals. This fosters a lively and engaging settlement environment.
• Animated Interactions: Observe your dogs’ entertaining interactions with the surroundings. Their animations add charm and a personal touch to your settlement, enhancing the overall play experience.

Conclusion

Taming dogs in Enshrouded is more than just a gameplay function; it’s an enriching experience. From the lovable Ruffles to the mysterious black dog, these furry companions bring both joy and gameplay benefits to your settlement. Embrace the adventure, gather your bait, explore the world, and watch as your animal sanctuary flourishes!