Church Cave Location in ARK Scorched Earth Ascended (Map)

The Church Cave, hidden in the Scorched Earth map, holds many secrets, but it also served as a great base location to protect me from dangerous creatures. If you're struggling to find it, follow this guide to learn the exact Church Cave location in ARK Scorched Earth Ascended.

How to find Church Cave in ARK Scorched Earth Ascended

The Church Cave, nestled among the Ruins of Nosti in the southeastern part of the Scorched Earth map, is home to the crucial Artifact of the Gatekeeper. This artifact is not just any item; it's the key to summoning the formidable Manticore. To embark on this quest, follow the coordinates 78.2, 76.

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The quickest way I managed to get to the Church Cave was by spawning into the South 4 (Medium) Region and heading east. Along the way, I ran into Pulmonoscorpii, Arthropluerae, Tapejaras and Mantises. The Pulmonoscropius quickly fell after using the Electric Prod. At the same time, the Arthropluera was easy to avoid due to its sluggish speed.

Upon reaching the coordinates, I circled the church, searching for an opening. Once found, I used it as my entrance point. I descended the stairway that lay beyond, leading me into the heart of the cave. The path from here is straightforward, but be wary of the occasional Onyc encounter. The area is also home to roaming Mantises and Arthropluerae, so be prepared for a fight.

At the end of the pathway, I reached a huge crystal chamber with a glowing item on its other side. After coming closer, I realized I had found the Artifact of the Gatekeeper and decided to set up camp. The Church Cave is a fantastic base location, but you'll need to set up defenses near its entrance points to keep unwanted guests at bay.

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