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Introducing the Bourou, a giant snail of epic proportions (scientific name: Charonia tritonis) that will revolutionize the way you play Ark Survival Evolved. This colossal creature boasts an enormous shell that serves as both a mobile home and armored transport for players, offering unparalleled protection and mobility. Imagine having a nearly unstoppable fortress, with the ability to move around the map with ease! Once tamed, players can craft a mount that offers a trapdoor access into the shell, creating a fully enclosed and impenetrable armoured transport. The shell is made of a super-hardened material that is 10 times stronger than metal, making it an excellent defence against even the mightiest of Giga attacks. The large size of the Bourou also allows for players to craft a 4x4 foundation set inside, turning it into a veritable fortress. Imagine having a fully equipped base with crafting tables, storage chests, and even a bed for respawning, all inside the safety and comfort of the Bourou's shell (if game engine permits). Otherwise, its inventory system acts as a crafting platform and bed, allowing players to respawn back into it. It's the ultimate survival tool, with all the amenities of home at your fingertips. But the Bourou isn't just a "fortress on wheels", it's also a foraging powerhouse. It can forage berries and thatch efficiently, and over time its inventory also increases with polymer and random types of mushrooms. With the Bourou by your side, you'll never have to worry about running low on resources again. It's like having a portable loot room, and you'll be able to gather resources more efficiently greater safety than ever before. One of the Bourou's special traits is its ability to climb nearly any surface, including vertically scaling mountains or cliffs. Its large shell also allows it to trap lots of air, providing the player with a week-long duration of underwater seabed crawling, adding a new style of exploration for players. Imagine being able to explore the depths of the sea without the need for a diving suit, or traversing treacherous mountain ranges with ease. The Bourou opens up a whole new world of possibilities, and you'll be able to discover hidden locations and secrets that were previously unreachable for many players. For nomads, the Bourou serves as a mobile home, and for PVP, it offers a new attack style to infiltrate even the most defensive bases. However, only a single person can reside in it at a time. With the Bourou, you'll be able to outsmart and outmaneuver your enemies, and outlast them in the wild. The Bourou is the perfect companion for players looking to expand their exploration and combat capabilities in Ark Survival Evolved. With its unique features and capabilities, it adds an exciting new dimension to the game and will take your survival experience to the next level. Get ready to dominate the game with the Bourou by your side! Pros: Mobile home and armored transport: Tame the Bourou and craft a mount that offers a trapdoor access into the shell, creating a fully enclosed and durable armored transport. Super-hardened shell: The shell is made of a super-hardened material that is 10 times stronger than metal, making it an excellent defense against attacks. Multi-purpose interior: The large size of the Bourou allows for players to craft a 4x4 foundation set inside, where they can place crafting tables, storage chests, and even a bed for respawning. Its inventory system also acts as a crafting platform and bed. Foraging and inventory increase: The Bourou may not deal significant hit point damage, but it can forage berries and thatch efficiently, and over time its inventory also increases with polymer. Versatile movement: The Bourou can climb nearly any surface, including vertically scaling mountains or cliffs. Its large shell also allows it to trap lots of air for a week-long duration of underwater seabed crawling. Perfect for nomads and PVP: For nomads, the Bourou serves as a mobile home, and for PVP, it offers a new attack style to infiltrate even the most defensive bases. Cons: Limited capacity: Only a single person can reside in the Bourou at a time. Low damage output: The Bourou does little to no hit point damage. Large size: The Bourou is large and may be difficult to maneuver in tight spaces. Slow movement: The Bourou is a snail, so it moves slowly Underwater seabed crawling can be useful but also can be dangerous, players need to be prepared for deadly squid attacks which can pluck the player outside the shell. *** Updates *** Thanks to everyone, great suggestions from the community and comments from Loaded Crysis YouTube mini series submission review (channel link below). * Change foundations from 4x4 to 2x2. * Bourou being a snail suffers damage while traversing over desert biome. In winter it may benefit the player as having a level of insulation to protect from the cold. * Possible weapon weakness to avoid OP tanking. Thanks to everyone for the awesome support! Looking for a great Ark news source? Loaded Crysis YT channel offers regular videos covering all things Ark related. We've enjoyed it for years. https://www.youtube.com/@LoadedCrysis