In Empire of the Ants, players are tasked with exploring a vibrant world filled with intriguing creatures, many of which can play pivotal roles in your journey to support various ant kingdoms. If you’re keen to unlock all the creatures available, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of obtaining a complete bestiary.
Understanding Creatures in Empire of the Ants
The rich diversity of insects that populate the Empire of the Ants universe serves various functions throughout the game. As you progress through missions in different chapters, you will encounter creatures that can either pose a threat or offer assistance. Allies may be recruited to form legions for both offensive and defensive strategies.
Additionally, some creatures exist purely for the sake of exploration, providing valuable insights into their behavior and how they fit into the ecosystem from the ants’ perspective.
Unlocking Your Bestiary in Empire of the Ants
Acquiring entries for the Empire of the Ants bestiary is designed to be a user-friendly experience. Simply approach a creature closely, and the game automatically records its details in your bestiary, which you can access via the pause menu at any time.
As you engage with the gameplay and advance the storyline, you will naturally come across most of the bestiary’s inhabitants. Each chapter introduces you to new ant kingdoms, bringing unique environments and a variety of creatures ripe for observation.
Below is a detailed list of all 41 creatures included in the Empire of the Ants bestiary, along with their corresponding discovery locations.
| Creature | Location Found |
|---|---|
| Worker | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five potential player legions |
| Warrior | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five potential player legions |
| Gunner | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five potential player legions |
| Nest Guard | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; requires Defense nest upgrade |
| Termite Worker | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Termite Warrior | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Termite Gunner | Available from Prologue missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Termite Nest Guard | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; commonly found at enemy termite nests |
| Black Ant Worker | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Black Ant Warrior | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Black Ant Gunner | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; one of five common enemy legions |
| Black Ant Nest Guard | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; commonly found at enemy black ant nests |
| ??? | First encountered in Chapter 1; possibly counselors for Belo-kiu-kiuni |
| Beauty-who-together | First encountered in Chapter 1; founder and Queen of Bel-o-kan |
| Ta-yu-ni | First encountered in Chapter 2; Queen of Ta-yu-kan, part of the Federation |
| TBD | TBD |
| TBD | TBD |
| Paussus | First encountered in Chapter 1 around Bel-o-kan |
| Green Rose Chafer | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; a Super Predator legion available to the player (must equip via loadout menu in Chapter 3) |
| Dorbeetle | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; a Super Predator legion available to the player |
| TBD | TBD |
| TBD | TBD |
| Ladybug | Available from Chapter 2 missions onward; common Super Predator enemy legion near foraging nodes |
| Firebug | Available from Prologue missions onward; common enemy legion found guarding food nodes |
| Pill bug | Available from Chapter 2 missions onward; found around Ta-yu-kan |
| Water Strider | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; seen during Chapter 1 exploration mission to Ta-yu-kan |
| Aphid | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; one of five potential player legions |
| Snail | Available from Chapter 3 missions onward; a Support legion available to the player (must equip via loadout menu) |
| Slug | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; encountered during Chapter 1 exploration near floodwaters |
| Glow Worm | Available from Chapter 2 missions onward; first encountered in nighttime intel mission |
| Firefly | Available from Chapter 1 missions onward; first encountered during firefly hunting mission |
| Dragonfly | Available from Chapter 1 onward; commonly found around ant kingdoms |
| Butterfly | Available from Chapter 1 onward; frequently encountered around ant kingdoms |
| Bumblebee | Available from Chapter 1 onward; commonly seen flying around, unlock by getting close |
| TBD | TBD |
| Wasp | Available from Chapter 1 onward; frequently seen, unlock by getting close |
| TBD | TBD |
| Diadem Spider | Available from Chapter 2 onward; encountered during specific missions |
| Diadem Spiderlings | First encountered during Chapter 2’s nighttime intel mission |
| Jumping Spider | First encountered during Chapter 1 exploration mission to Ta-yu-kan |
| TBD | TBD |
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