Guide to Acquiring and Utilizing the Scorching Artifact in Grounded 2
Uncovering the Sizzling Coaltana: A Guide to Obtaining the Legendary Weapon in Grounded 2
In the vibrant world of Grounded 2, one weapon stands out from the rest - the Spicy Coaltana. This legendary tier three weapon deals sizzling damage and is particularly effective against fire-weak enemies like spiders. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to obtain this formidable weapon.
Step 1: Obtain the Sizzling Key
The journey begins with the Sizzling Key, a unique item that can be found after defeating the final boss during the Story Quest "Networking." The key is located in the room next to the boss area, beside BURG.L's head. Be sure to pick it up before leaving that building.
Step 2: Unlock the Hidden Chest
The Sizzling Key is used to open a hidden chest located in a nook between the big roots of the giant tree on top of Pine Hill, northwest of the Picnic Table. To access the chest, you'll need a Tier 2 Shovel to dig it up.
Step 3: Gather the Spicy Globs
The chest contains 2 Spicy Globs, a rare crafting material used to make the Spicy Coaltana.
Step 4: Craft the Spicy Coaltana
To craft the Spicy Coaltana, besides the Spicy Globs, you'll also need Everchar Coal, which is found around the Fire Pit in the north of the map, and four wolf spider parts obtained either from the final boss fight or by hunting wolf spiders at the lectern area.
With these steps, you'll unlock one of the best weapons currently in Grounded 2, offering powerful sizzling elemental damage.
Additional Tips
- Sticky Mintito is recommended for cooling off at the Fire Pit due to its heat.
- The Sizzling Key chest is located where two roots converge at the base of a tree and has a glowing patch amongst some pine needles.
- The Sizzling Key chest is in Pine Hill, specifically in the southwest corner near a bunch of spider eggs and three red mushrooms.
- The Sizzling Key chest puzzle is more complicated than the puzzle for the Frostbitten Key in the Ice Cream Cart.
- Wolf spider chunks, needed for the Spicy Coaltana, can be obtained by killing a wolf spider in the northeast corner of Pine Hill or in the overturned spider tank in the southeast of Ceremony.
Step 5: Employ Technology to Assist
Utilize advanced technology like a drone or scanner to assist in hunting wolf spiders for the necessary four spider parts.
Step 6: Craft the Bet weapon
Before crafting the Spicy Coaltana, you may want to craft the Bet weapon utilizing the Sizzling Key, Everchar Coal, and one Spicy Glob. The Bet weapon, though weaker, can act as a temporary substitute until you've gathered enough resources for the Spicy Coaltana.
Step 7: Understand the Environment
Be aware that the environment around the Fire Pit can become hostile during the Bet season, a period known for increased aggression by fire-weak enemies. Ensure you're thoroughly prepared, perhaps by outfittting your character in environmental protection gear or enlisting the help of friendly creatures like Mintito.
