If you adored Dead Rails on sails, you're in for a treat with the new update, despite its challenges. Mastering the Seven Seas and tackling the tentacled beast is a thrill, and with this comprehensive Dead Sails Kraken guide, you'll navigate the fresh content with ease, accelerate your progression, and crank up the fun factor to the max.
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Table of Contents
- Dead Sails Kraken Boss Guide
- Dead Sails Kraken Tips and Tricks
- How to Defeat the Kraken Boss in Dead Sails Kraken
Dead Sails Kraken Boss Guide
Your journey kicks off in the heart of town, right across from the Gun Store and Hospital, and in front of the Trading Hut. First things first, clear out any unnecessary loot and gear up. In my opinion, a Rifle is a solid choice here. Priced at just $75, it packs enough punch to fend off most enemies for a while. Don't forget to stock up on coal to keep the boat's old-school engine running.
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The next town is a hefty 10,000 meters away. Once you've got the boat moving, you're on your way. You can stop to take out and loot Zombies and Drowned, but it's not always worth it, as the houses along the route don't hold much value. To restart the ship, simply add more coal and get it going again. Don't let the worm on the right side spook you. Hold onto your loot until you reach the second safe zone to sell it off, but be cautious of Big Foot and Zombie mobs on both riverbanks.
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After the second safe zone/town, you'll come across burning buildings teeming with mobs. If you're with a group, clear them out; otherwise, it's a waste of time due to the scattered spawn points. At around 12,000 meters, you'll find a castle-like house filled with Drowned, but it's also a treasure trove of Shotgun ammo and other valuable loot. Use it wisely.
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Dead Sails Kraken Tips and Tricks
By now, you're familiar with the routine—kill, loot, repeat and hope the enemy suffers defeat. That's the core gameplay loop, but to excel, focus on efficiency. Use the boat as your primary inventory, emptying your bag whenever you return to save time and space.
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A helpful strategy for this Dead Sails Kraken guide is to stack Zombies near the incinerator. Although it's tempting to rush out of those backwater towns, efficient loot stacking pays off. Running low on fuel? Toss a few Zombies in and you're set.
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Keep an eye on the Sheriff's offices as well. They often harbor a high concentration of mobs but also offer great rewards in terms of weapons and ammo. My shotgun lasted longer thanks to a friend clearing the ground floor as we explored each town.
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Save your ammo, weapons, fuel, and medkits for the fortress around 25,000 meters. It's still under construction, making it easy for mobs to ambush you. I wouldn't recommend going solo; a group of three to five is ideal. Be efficient when collecting loot.
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Avoid engaging the Big Feet after 30,000 meters. They're incredibly strong and consume a lot of ammo to defeat safely. Don't linger unnecessarily and plan your stops wisely. Remember, loot isn't everything.
The town after 50,000 meters is one of my favorite farming spots, with at least two dozen Drowned and Zombies. If you have friends with Shotguns or a Sawn-off, it's an efficient way to gather corpses for fuel. Coordinate with your team to prep the bodies for loading quickly.
How to Defeat the Kraken Boss in Dead Sails Kraken
In the final safe zone, sell everything you have and stock up on ammo, weapons, and medkits. Don't take it easy on the Zombies and Drowned. Keep a stash of at least 8-10 corpses for fuel during this crucial phase of the Dead Sails Kraken guide. You're nearly there. At around 100,000 meters, you'll reach open waters and be ready to face the beast. The sign of its approach is the skies darkening.
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The camera will zoom out, and the Kraken will emerge from the water. Immediately, EVERYONE MUST PICK a tentacle to attack. The boss has a lot of health, and each tentacle can deal damage if not repelled correctly. If you have five players, form a pentagram-like shape and focus on your assigned tentacle.
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Watch out for the Kraken's water splash ability, which causes area-of-effect damage. It's telegraphed by the Kraken winding back and creating a water trail with the tentacle. Use medkits generously, as some damage is unavoidable.
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Lastly, be cautious of the Roar AoE, which causes minor damage that can't be blocked and seems to slightly buff the boss's damage. You'll see it as white concentric circles emanating from the tentacle that used the ability.
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As you can see, the challenge is less daunting than it seems. That's the full scoop on my Dead Sails Kraken Guide. If you're looking to breeze through the boss even faster, grab one of our Dead Sails codes and see how far and how fast you can go. Good luck and smooth sailing!
