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ARK Survival Evolved Dragon - Tips for killing him and possible rewards

ARK Survival Evolved Dragon - Tips for killing him and possible rewards
By Alina Novichenko
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iOS + Android
| ARK: Survival Evolved

As you progress in ARK: Survival Evolved, you start to face bosses - ultimate lifeforms with increased stats and other attributes that make them much more dangerous than other creatures. Each boss requires a unique approach and strategy.

In this guide, you will learn everything about ARK: Survival Evolved's Dragon boss. The article includes tips for killing him and possible rewards. We will also show where to find the beast and how to prepare for the fight properly.

WHERE TO FIND DRAGON IN ARK: SURVIVAL EVOLVED

The most straightforward part of defeating the Dragon boss in ARK: Survival Evolved is finding it. He is located in the Dragon Arena below the Red Obelisk.

The location can only be accessed through the specific portal. Check out the list below and learn all the items needed to open the portal and reach the Dragon Arena in ARK:

  • Artifact of the Immune
  • Artifact of the Strong
  • Artifact of the Devourer
  • Artifact of the Skylord
  • Artifact of the Massive
  • Artifact of the Clever
  • Artifact of the Pack
  • Artifact of the Hunter
  • 2 Sauropod Vertebrae
  • 4 Argentavis Talons
  • 4 Tyrannosaurus Arms
  • 8 Megalodon Teeth

Once you have these resources, feel free to open the portal and get to Dragon Arena. Take a look at the tips below to prepare for the fight properly. While it doesn’t take much time, it significantly helps you to take down the boss.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE FIGHT WITH THE DRAGON

The Dragon is considered one of the most potent bosses in ARK: Survival Evolved. He is the strongest of The Island Guardians, so don’t expect the battle to be a joke, even if you are well-prepared.

The best thing you can do to prepare for the fight is to get the proper tamed animals. Struggling to find them yourself? Check out the list below to learn the most powerful tamed animals for fighting against the Dragon:

  • Magmasaur
  • Therizinosaur
  • Yutyrannus
  • Megaloceros
  • Rex
  • Daeodon
  • Allosaurus
  • Wolly Rhino

Also, it is necessary to be entirely focused on the game fighting against the Dragon. A single mistake can make the battle end. Put away anything disturbing your attention, and prepare for the deadly fight.

HOW TO KILL DRAGON IN ARK: SURVIVAL EVOLVED

The most common mistake people make is comparing the Dragon with the two previous Guardians of The Island. They start using strategies from previous fights, which results in death.

The Dragon is much more powerful than previous bosses. Check out the list below for some helpful tips that will help you bring down this boss. While they don’t make it a piece of cake, they significantly simplify killing him.

  • The most dangerous of Dragon’s attacks is Fire Breath. No armor or resistance can reduce the damage from this attack. Try to be extremely careful when the boss tries to use it.
  • The Dragon can summon a Pteranodon and Dimorphodon during the fight. Even though these enemies seem weak, they can quickly kill you. Try to defeat these dinosaurs as soon as possible, and then proceed with beating the boss.
  • The Dragon has the giant backside hitbox. There are multiple locations where the boss can get stuck, allowing you to deal ranged damage.
  • The Dragon has resistance to lava streams. Don’t try to damage the boss in this way, you will lose your own tames.
  • The Dragon’s breath attacks have increased damage against carnivores. Therefore, most tactics with Rex and Rushing are not recommended.
  • If possible, carefully inspect the Dragon Arena and find multiple rocks there. Once the Dragon attacks with fire, feel free to hide behind these rocks, avoiding being damaged

REWARDS FOR DRAGON IN ARK: SURVIVAL EVOLVED

The primary reward for defeating the Dragon is Tekgram - special engrams that allow you to craft and use different equipment. The Tekgrams you can get differ depending on the shape of the boss you fight.

Below, we have listed all the possible Tekgrams you can get by defeating different types of Dragon in ARK: Survival Evolved:

Gamma Dragon

  • Behemoth Tek Gate
  • Behemoth Tek Gateway
  • Megalodon Tek Saddle
  • Tapejara Tek Saddle
  • Tek Leggings
  • Tek Replicator

Beta Dragon

  • Behemoth Tek Gate
  • Behemoth Tek Gateway
  • Megalodon Tek Saddle
  • Tapejara Tek Saddle
  • Tek Dedicated Storage
  • Tek Double Door
  • Tek Double Doorframe
  • Tek Fence Support
  • Tek Forcefield
  • Tek Leggings
  • Tek Replicator
  • Tek Stairs
  • Tek Transmitter
  • Vacuum Compartment

Alpha Dragon

  • Behemoth Tek Gate
  • Behemoth Tek Gateway
  • Cloning Chamber
  • Megalodon Tek Saddle
  • Tapejara Tek Saddle
  • Tek Chestpiece
  • Tek Dedicated Storage
  • Tek Double Door
  • Tek Double Doorframe
  • Tek Fence Support
  • Tek Forcefield
  • Tek Leggings
  • Tek Replicator
  • Tek Stairs
  • Tek Teleporter
  • Tek Transmitter
  • Vacuum Compartment
  • Vacuum Compartment Moonpool

That's all you need to know to defeat the Dragon in ARK: Survival Evolved. Still, don’t expect an easy fight. He is highly potent and can eliminate even experienced players. If you are looking for similar games, then be sure to check out our list of the best survival games for Android and the best survival games for iOS.