Far Cry: New Dawn Elk a Rank 2 animal featured in the video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal for Xbox One, PS4, and PC.
The Elk in Far Cry: New Dawn counts as one of the 25 animals required to unlock the Master Skinner trophy/achievement.
Although it is a large mammal, you can hunt Elks the moment you reach Prosperity, early in the game; however, keep in mind that it is a Rank II creature; thus you might want to equip correspondingly.
The Elk’s skin can be traded for Black Powder; which makes this animal quite valuable.
General Information
Animal Family: | Cervidae | |||
Rank: | II | |||
Class: | Mammals | |||
Scientific Name: | Cervus Canadensis | |||
Huntable: | Y | |||
Skinnable: | Y | |||
Similar Animals: | Deer, Pronghorn, Cattle, Caribou, Bull, Bison, Moose |
Far Cry: New Dawn Elk Location & Habitat
The Elk in Far Cry: New Dawn can be found in the northern part of the map, just between Empty Garden and Watering Hole Outposts.
Alternatively, you can also find Elks north-west of Sacred Lumber Outpost.
The Sacred Lumber Outpost serves as a fast travel point if you want to complete two of the game’s Treasure Hunts: Light ‘Em Up and The Best Laid Plans.
Recommended Hunting Weapon, Perks & Companions
The table below features the best Far Cry: New Dawn Weapons, Perks and Companions that will help you hunt Elks faster.
Type: | Name: | How to Unlock: |
Weapon | Bow, Space Force SA-50 | Craft at the workbench in Prosperity |
Companion | Timber | Complete Man Eat Dog World Side Quest |
Perks | Tactical Binoculars | Spend Perk Points |
Outdoor Enthusiast | ||
More Lung Capacity |
Elk Crafting Materials Trade Value
After you hunt an Elk in Far Cry: New Dawn you obtain Crafting Materials and parts.
The following table shows their trade values and how to use them in the game.
Material: | Trade Value/Piece: | |||
Elk Skin | Black Powder x 8 | |||
Meat |
Hunting Tips
Even though you are able to kill an Elk with any weapon, you may notice that the Bow and the Space Force SA-50 sniper rifle are more effective.
Try taking Timber with you, as he will tag nearby animals; thus making tracking a lot easier.
Headshots with any of the two weapons recommended above will grant instant kills; saving you time when grinding for Elk Skins.
Did you manage to hunt Elks in Far Cry: New Dawn?
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