Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

If you're a seasoned survivor in *Fallout 76*, you've likely spent countless hours battling against Ghouls. Now, the game offers an intriguing twist: the chance to live life as one of these iconic creatures through a new questline. But before you take the plunge into becoming a Ghoul, let's weigh the pros and cons to see if it's the right move for your post-apocalyptic journey.

How to Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To transform into a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*, you need to reach at least level 50 and embark on the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you accept the quest, you'll journey to the Savage Divide, where you'll encounter characters pivotal to your transformation. It's a straightforward process, but becoming a Ghoul comes with both advantages and challenges.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Turning into a Ghoul unlocks a suite of new abilities that can significantly enhance your gameplay. With the Feral ability, your meter starts at 100% and decreases over time, but you can replenish it using Chems. Here's what the Feral meter offers:

• Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
• Above 60%: +15 Max HP
• Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
• Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
• At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, -300% Hip-fire Gun Accuracy & V.A.T.S. Accuracy

The Glow ability further boosts your maximum health and allows you to heal from radiation damage, encouraging you to embrace previously hazardous behaviors like eating spoiled food or exploring irradiated areas.

Additionally, Ghouls gain access to exclusive Perk cards, which can be used alongside regular human Perk cards, offering a significant gameplay advantage. Moreover, as a Ghoul, you're immune to diseases and don't need to consume regular food while exploring the wasteland.

Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, becoming a Ghoul isn't without its drawbacks. Engaging in the "Leap of Faith" questline may strain your relations with certain factions, potentially blocking access to some quests. Additionally, your Charisma stat takes a hit, which can make interactions less rewarding and more challenging.

Fortunately, *Fallout 76* offers a solution to these issues. A new NPC named Jaye Vo, part of the "Leap of Faith" questline, provides disguises that allow you to navigate faction disputes and continue your missions without unnecessary conflicts.

Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

Despite the cons, the allure of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76* is compelling. The unique abilities and perks are too enticing to ignore. If you later decide to revert to your human form, you can do so from the Character screen, though you won't be able to complete the "Leap of Faith" questline. You can always transform back into a Ghoul after finishing the questline for a cost of 1,000 Atoms.

Armed with this knowledge, it's time to venture into the Savage Divide and embrace your new Ghoul identity, ready to explore the wasteland with newfound powers.

So, should you become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*? The decision is yours, but the game's rich features make it a tempting choice. For more on whether *Fallout 76* remains a worthwhile experience, check out additional resources.

*Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*