Once Human: How to Capture the Tar Pudding Deviant

The recent update, The Way Of Winter, has significantly enriched Once Human, offering a wealth of content to captivate both new and experienced players. Among the exciting additions are several new Deviants, including the intriguing Tar Pudding. This Territory Deviant plays a crucial role in fuel extraction and operates within the fuel refining facility. If you're struggling to locate this elusive creature, this guide will assist you in capturing the Tar Pudding Deviant and explain how to maximize its fuel extraction capabilities.

How to Obtain Tar Pudding in Once Human

There are two primary methods for acquiring the Tar Pudding Deviant in Once Human: defeating the Rift Entity in the Avalanche Monolith or completing the Deviant: Tar Pudding quest.

Clear the Avalanche Monolith

The Avalanche Monolith is a Level 25 zone situated in Vena Fjord, in the northern part of Nalcott. To gain access to this area, you must activate four Rift Anchors scattered throughout the Vena Fjord region.

Once inside the Monolith, you will encounter an icy variant of the Treant, a foe you might remember from the Gaia Cliff Monolith in the game's first season. Successfully defeating the Monolith Rift Entity will reward you with the Tar Pudding Deviant immediately.

Complete the Deviant: Tar Pudding Quest

Similar to other Deviants like Gazocchio and Ice Pot, Tar Pudding features its own dedicated quest, which you can initiate by speaking with Lowe at Camp Igloo. He will direct you to Ember Strands, a region that remains inaccessible during the initial phase of The Way of Winter. Consequently, you can only undertake this quest during Phase 2, making early access to Tar Pudding more challenging.

How to Utilize Tar Pudding in Once Human

After capturing the Tar Pudding Deviant, you'll need to place its Securement Unit in a cold area that is exposed to Blue Light. This is the only requirement for Tar Pudding, and fulfilling it will enhance its mood and effectiveness.

As a Territory Deviant, Tar Pudding manages your territory and performs various tasks around your base. It is particularly skilled at extracting crude oil or fuel, which you can then collect from its Securement Unit. This method provides a reliable source of resources, such as Portable Mixed Fuel, in Once Human.

Furthermore, having Tar Pudding on your team speeds up the fuel conversion process in Fuel Refineries, optimizing your overall resource production.

Now you’re ready to capture the Tar Pudding Deviant and harness its potential in your quest for survival in Once Human!