Kraken Guide Update: Mastering Dead Sails

If you adored Dead Rails on sails, you're in for a treat with the latest update, despite its challenges. Mastering the Seven Seas and vanquishing the tentacled beast may seem daunting, but fear not—with this comprehensive Dead Sails Kraken guide, you'll navigate the new content effortlessly, accelerate your progress, and amplify your gaming enjoyment.

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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 begins in the heart of town, positioned across from the Gun Store and Hospital and in front of the Trading Hut. Start by offloading any unnecessary loot and gearing up. A Rifle is a smart choice here; priced at just $75, it packs enough punch to fend off most foes temporarily. Don't forget to purchase coal to fuel your vessel—essential for its vintage engine.

The next town lies 10,000m away. Simply ignite your boat and you're on your way. You might be tempted to stop and engage Zombies and Drowned for loot, but the houses on the sides don't offer much of value. To restart your ship, just add more coal and set off again. Ignore the worm on the right side; it's harmless. Hold onto your loot until the second safe zone, where you can sell it safely, but beware of Big Foot and Zombie mobs flanking the river.

After reaching the second safe zone/town, you'll face buildings ablaze with mobs. Clear them out with friends for efficiency, as solo efforts may be futile due to scattered spawn points. At around 12,000m, you'll find a castle-like house teeming with Drowned, but it's also stocked with Shotgun ammo and valuable loot—use these resources wisely.

Dead Sails Kraken Tips And Tricks

The game's core loop is straightforward: kill, loot, and repeat, hoping your enemies meet their demise. To excel, leverage your boat as a primary inventory space, emptying your bag upon return to save time and space.

A vital strategy I found effective while crafting this Dead Sails Kraken guide was stacking Zombies near the incinerator. While the urge to flee backwater towns is understandable, efficient loot management will serve you well. Running low on fuel? Just toss a few Zombies into the incinerator and you're set.

Another useful tip is to stay alert in Sheriff's offices. These spots often host a higher concentration of mobs, but they're also rich in weapons and ammo. I sustained my shotgun's ammunition supply by having a teammate clear the ground floor as we explored each town.

Be sure to conserve ammo, weapons, fuel, and medkits for the fortress at around 25,000m. This area, still under construction, is a hotspot for ambushes. I recommend tackling it with at least three others, ideally a group of five. Efficiently gather the loot here.

Similarly, avoid engaging Big Feet after 30,000m. They're formidable, require substantial ammo to defeat safely, and can hit like a truck. Keep moving and plan your stops strategically; loot isn't everything.

The town after 50,000m is a prime farming spot. With at least two dozen Drowned and Zombies, it's perfect for those equipped with Shotguns or Sawnoffs. It's also an efficient place to gather corpses for fuel, so coordinate with your team to prepare bodies for loading quickly.

How to Defeat the Kraken Boss in Dead Sails Kraken

In the final safe zone, sell all your accumulated goods and stock up on ammo, weapons, and medkits. Don't underestimate Zombies and Drowned; ensure you have a minimum of 8-10 corpses for fuel during this crucial phase. As you approach 100,000m, you'll hit open waters, poised to confront the beast. The signal of its arrival will be the darkening skies.

As the Kraken emerges, every player must target a tentacle. This boss has substantial health, and each tentacle can inflict damage if not properly countered. With a five-player team, form a pentagram-like formation and attack independently.

Be vigilant against the water splash attack, an AoE move that damages multiple players. It's signaled by the Kraken drawing back and creating a water trail with its tentacle. Use medkits generously, as some damage is unavoidable.

Finally, beware of the Roar AoE, causing minor unblockable damage and seemingly enhancing the boss's damage output. You'll recognize it by the white concentric circles emanating from the tentacle that used the ability.

As you can see, this Dead Sails Kraken guide breaks down the challenge into manageable steps. To expedite your victory, consider using one of our Dead Sails codes to boost your progress. Best of luck, and may your sails be ever smooth!