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The One Who Waits #1
49.1, 75.3Genesis
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The One Who Waits #2
46.2, 56.3Genesis
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The One Who Waits #3
57.1, 57.5Genesis
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The One Who Waits #4
56.1, 49.6Genesis
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The One Who Waits #5
48.5, 41.4Genesis
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The One Who Waits #6
45.8, 32.5Genesis
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The One Who Waits #7
39.9, 42.8Genesis
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The One Who Waits #8
3.0, 46.5Genesis
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The One Who Waits #9
6.1, 48.6Genesis
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The One Who Waits #10
10.4, 51.2Genesis
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The One Who Waits #11
18.6, 13.3Genesis
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The One Who Waits #12
15.9, 92.9Genesis
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The One Who Waits #13
-0.4, 90.9Genesis
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The One Who Waits #14
101.4, 89.4Genesis
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The One Who Waits #15
105.0, 96.5Genesis
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The One Who Waits #16
68.8, 12.1Genesis
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The One Who Waits #17
46.0, 4.1Genesis
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The One Who Waits #18
37.0, 6.9Genesis
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The One Who Waits #19
14.1, 7.1Genesis
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The One Who Waits #20
18.4, 18.0Genesis
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The One Who Waits #21
12.0, 84.6Genesis
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The One Who Waits #22
62.9, 96.2Genesis
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The One Who Waits #23
65.0, 42.8Genesis
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The One Who Waits #24
46.3, 64.0Genesis
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The One Who Waits #25
43.0, 53.2Genesis
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The One Who Waits #26
46.9, 48.4Genesis
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The One Who Waits #27
45.2, 33.5Genesis
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The One Who Waits #28
55.0, 27.3Genesis
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The One Who Waits #29
50.7, 39.0Genesis
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The One Who Waits #30
49.7, 68.3Genesis
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Helena Note #1
51.0, 26.4Dino Dossier
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Helena Note #2
58.0, 34.2Dino Dossier
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Helena Note #3
60.0, 48.4Dino Dossier
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Helena Note #4
53.7, 56.2Dino Dossier
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Helena Note #5
65.3, 41.0Dino Dossier
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Helena Note #6
69.3, 56.6Dino Dossier
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Caves and artifacts
Two cave and artifact pairs are within the current map bounds.
Mapped cave and artifact pairs
| Cave | Artifact | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cave of Growth | Artifact of Growth | 7.4 | 49 |
| Cave of the Void | Artifact of the Void | 7.3 | 89.4 |
Resource layers
Crystal, Metal, and Oil have mapped Extinction locations.
Creature spawn pools
These named creatures occur in Extinction spawn-pool records.
Enforcer, Scout, Gacha, Snow Owl, Velonasaur, Managarmr, King Titan, Corrupted Rex, and Corrupted Raptor.
Orbital supply drop locations
The interactive map contains 58 Orbital supply drop points.
Extinction map questions
How many Orbital supply drop locations are mapped on Extinction?
The Extinction map has 58 Orbital supply drop points.
Which cave and artifact pairs are within the mapped bounds?
Cave of Growth links to Artifact of Growth. Cave of the Void links to Artifact of the Void.
Which named creatures occur in Extinction spawn pools?
The spawn-pool records include Enforcer, Scout, Gacha, Snow Owl, Velonasaur, Managarmr, King Titan, Corrupted Rex, and Corrupted Raptor.
Wandering King Titan schedule
Studio Wildcard listed these official-server UTC times in its 20 December 2024 v57.12 release notes.
Appears once a day, wandering the wastes for a short period. Defeating it awards XP and a chance at cosmetic rewards. Select “King Titan” in the Dinos tab above to see roaming zones.
King Titan official-server times listed in v57.12
| Region | UTC time | Local reference |
|---|---|---|
| EU | 19:00 | 20:00 CET / 21:00 CEST |
| NA | 00:00 | 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST |
| OC | 06:00 | 4:00 PM AEST / 5:00 PM AEDT |
| ASIA | 03:00 | 12:00 PM JST / 11:00 AM SGT |
The release notes describe a once-daily appearance. They list 19:00 local time as the default for unofficial servers and singleplayer, with WorldBossKingKaijuSpawnTime configurable in GameUserSettings.ini under [ServerSettings]. The notes also mention a chance at cosmetic rewards for participants. The table reports the published v57.12 schedule; current server settings may differ.
Wandering King Titan XP Reward
Original XP, placement and buff details
Wandering King Titan XP rewards
| Reward | Amount |
|---|---|
| Max reward (Lvl 100+) | ~6,000,000 XP |
| Placement bonus | 1st +15% / 2nd +10% / 3rd +5% |
| Min reward (Lvl <10) | ~60,000 XP |
| Lvl 10-99 | Scales with player level |
| Kill buff | +10% XP earning for 2 hours |
Field guide
Extinction - Detailed Guide
Extinction takes place on a devastated Earth, offering a post-apocalyptic landscape with unique challenges and opportunities. This map introduces corrupted creatures, element-infused areas, and massive titan bosses that roam the world.
Unique Regions & Biomes
Extinction features several distinct environments within a ruined Earth:
Sanctuary (City)
The ruined city center serves as a relatively safe starting area. Features abandoned buildings, bridges, and infrastructure for unique base locations. Lower-level creatures spawn here, making it ideal for beginners.
Wasteland
The barren area surrounding the city and domes. Highly dangerous with corrupted creatures and element veins. Contains valuable resources but presents constant threats from corrupted creatures and environmental hazards.
Desert Dome
A massive dome containing a preserved desert ecosystem. Home to unique resources and creatures similar to Scorched Earth. Features desert-specific challenges like heat and limited water.
Snow Dome
A preserved arctic environment within a protective dome. Contains cold-weather creatures and resources. Requires specialized gear to handle extreme cold temperatures.
Forest Dome
A lush forest environment protected within a dome. Features abundant plant life, resources, and creatures. Most hospitable of the domes with plentiful resources.
Underground Forest
A hidden forest beneath the wasteland. Accessible through various entrances, offering unique resources and relative safety from surface threats.
Unique Features & Mechanics
Extinction introduces several new gameplay elements:
• Element Corruption: Areas and creatures corrupted by element, presenting new dangers
• Orbital Supply Drops (OSDs): Defense events that reward valuable loot
• Element Nodes: Harvestable resource nodes that trigger defense events
• City Terminals: Crafting stations for Extinction-specific items
• Titan Bosses: Massive creatures that roam the map and can be temporarily tamed
• Enforcers & Scouts: Mechanical creatures that can be crafted and tamed
• Cryopods: Item for storing and transporting tamed creatures
• Gacha Creatures: Living resource generators that produce crystals containing random items
Survival Strategies
Essential knowledge for thriving on Extinction:
• Start in the Sanctuary (city) area for the safest early game experience
• Tame a Velonasaur early for protection against corrupted creatures
• Build bases on elevated structures in the city to avoid ground predators
• Craft Enforcer and Scout companions for additional protection
• Tame Gacha creatures for passive resource generation
• Use element veins for resources but be prepared for waves of corrupted creatures
• Attempt Orbital Supply Drops only when well-equipped and with strong tames
• Explore the domes for resources specific to each biome
Resource Guide
Where to find essential resources on Extinction:
Element
Element veins in the wasteland, drops from corrupted creatures, and Orbital Supply Drops
ElementDust
Harvested from lamp posts in the city or from certain creatures
Scrap
Abundant throughout the city from destroyed vehicles and structures
Electronics
Crafted from scrap metal or looted from city structures
Polymer
Crafted from organic polymer or harvested from certain city structures
Oil
Found in the desert dome or from certain creatures
Metal
City structures, wasteland rocks, and within all domes
Crystal
Wasteland rocks, city structures, and within all domes
Unique Creatures
Extinction introduces several exclusive creatures with special abilities:
• Titans (Desert, Ice, Forest): Massive boss creatures that can be temporarily tamed
• Gacha: Produces crystals containing random resources and items
• Snow Owl: Flying creature with healing abilities and thermal vision
• Velonasaur: Defensive creature with rapid-fire projectile attacks
• Managarmr: Agile creature capable of gliding and ice breath attacks
• Enforcer: Craftable robot with teleportation abilities
• Scout: Small surveillance drone for scouting and reconnaissance
• Corrupted Creatures: Aggressive variants of standard creatures that drop element dust
Orbital Supply Drops (OSDs)
These events provide valuable loot but require defending against waves of corrupted creatures:
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White (Easy): Manageable with mid-tier tames and basic gear
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Blue (Medium): Requires strong tames and good gear
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Yellow (Hard): Challenging even for well-equipped teams
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Red (Very Hard): Extremely difficult, requiring top-tier tames and gear
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Purple (Impossible): Nearly impossible without multiple players and the strongest possible tames
Element Veins
Similar to OSDs but focused on element harvesting:
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Blue (Low): Yields small amounts of element with moderate difficulty
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Yellow (Medium): Provides more element with increased challenge
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Red (High): Offers substantial element rewards but extremely difficult
Titan Bosses
Massive creatures that roam specific regions of the map:
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Desert Titan: Flying creature found in the Desert Dome, controls flocks of smaller creatures
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Ice Titan: Massive ice elemental in the Snow Dome with powerful frost attacks
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Forest Titan: Tree-like giant in the Forest Dome that can uproot and throw trees
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King Titan (Final Boss): Ultimate challenge accessed through a terminal in the city
Strategic Base Locations
Recommended places to establish your presence:
• City Skyscrapers (70,50): Elevated and relatively safe from ground threats
• Sunken Forest (45,75): Hidden underground area with resources and protection
• Forest Dome Interior (25,60): Abundant resources with moderate danger
• City Terminal Area (50,50): Central location with access to terminals
• Desert Dome Entrance (65,35): Strategic position between wasteland and dome
Extinction offers a unique ARK experience with its post-apocalyptic setting, challenging mechanics, and exclusive creatures. The combination of ruined city landscapes, preserved biome domes, and wasteland areas creates diverse gameplay opportunities. Whether defending against corrupted creatures, harvesting element veins, or taking on the mighty Titans, Extinction provides a challenging endgame experience that ties together the ARK storyline.