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Blob

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Blob

The Blob is a poisonous enemy found in the Swamp. It is one of the primary sources of poison damage in the biome and a major reason players require Poison Resistance Mead when exploring.

Creatures β€’ Swamp


🌍 Overview

Biome Swamp
Type Poison Enemy
Health Moderate
Tameable No
Drops Ooze, Blob Trophy

πŸ“ Spawning

Blobs spawn in:

  • Open areas of the Swamp
  • Near swamp water pools
  • Occasionally near Draugr patrol routes

They are often found roaming slowly through shallow water.


βš”οΈ Behaviour

Blobs move slowly but become dangerous when close.

They:

  • Leap toward the player.
  • Release poison clouds on impact.
  • Continue applying poison damage over time.

Their poison effect can quickly overwhelm unprepared players.


☠ Damage Type

Poison damage continues over time and can stack if repeatedly hit.


πŸ›  Combat Strategy

  • Always use Poison Resistance Mead in the Swamp.
  • Attack from range when possible.
  • Avoid standing in poison clouds.
  • Use blunt weapons for reliable damage.
  • Keep stamina available to dodge leaps.

Blobs are less dangerous alone but extremely threatening in groups.


πŸ”₯ Weaknesses

Blobs are weak to Blunt Damage.

Recommended weapons:

Pierce and slash weapons are less effective.


🎁 Drops

Item Use
Ooze Crafting bombs and poison-related items
Blob Trophy Decoration

Starred variants drop increased materials.


⚠ Threat Level

Blobs define the environmental danger of the Swamp.

Common risks:

  • Fighting in water while poisoned.
  • Being attacked by Draugr while slowed.
  • Running out of stamina inside poison clouds.

Without poison resistance, even a single Blob can be lethal early in the Swamp.


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