Task Guide: The Skeld
The Skeld is the iconic and most frequently played map in Among Us. For Crewmates, successfully completing tasks on The Skeld is paramount to victory. This guide breaks down the common tasks found on The Skeld, offering tips on how to perform them efficiently and identify potential Impostor activity.
Mastering The Skeld requires a thorough understanding of its layout and the tasks assed to Crewmates. This guide will walk you through the various tasks available on The Skeld, from simple fixes to multi-step processes, helping you become a more efficient and observant Crewmate.
Understanding Tasks on The Skeld:
Tasks are divided into three categories:
- Short Tasks: Quick, single-step actions.
- Long Tasks: Tasks that require multiple steps or take a longer time to complete.
- Visual Tasks: Tasks that have a visible animation that other You can see, proving You is a Crewmate.
Common Tasks on The Skeld:
| Task Name | Location | Type | Visual? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upload Data | Communications, Admin | Long | No | Requires two steps: initiate upload in one location, then wait for it to complete in the other. Impostors can fake this by standing at the terminal. |
| Fix Wiring | Electrical, Navigation, Security, Storage, Cafeteria, Weapons, Admin, Reactor | Short | No | A common task. Players must connect colored wires. Impostors can fake this by standing at the panel. |
| Swipe Card | Idling Bay | Short | No | Requires swiping a card through a reader. The speed of the swipe matters. Impostors can fake this, but often struggle with the timing. |
| Empty Garbage | Cafeteria, Storage | Long | No | Requires two steps: initiate in one location, then complete in the other. Often paired with "Fuel Engines." |
| Fuel Engines | Engines (Left & Right) | Long | No | Requires two steps: initiate in one engine, then complete in the other. Often paired with "Empty Garbage." |
| Start Reactor | Reactor | Long | No | Requires inputting a sequence of numbers. A key task for winning. |
| Al Engine Output | Engines (Left & Right) | Short | No | A simple slider adjustment. |
| Prime Shields | Shields | Short | Yes | Crewmates must activate shields, which causes a visual light-up in the front of the ship. A crucial visual task. |
| Chart Course | Navigation | Short | No | Requires dragging a ship icon along a path. |
| Unlock Manifolds | Reactor | Short | No | Requires clicking a sequence of buttons. |
| Inspect Sample | MedBay | Long | Yes | Requires waiting for a timer to complete in MedBay. This is the most important visual task on The Skeld. |
| Clean O2 Filter | O2 | Long | No | Requires dragging debris out of a vent. Often paired with "Fix Wiring" in O2. |
| Stabilize Steering | Navigation | Short | No | Requires rotating a steering wheel to a specific position. |
| Calibrate Distributor | Electrical | Long | No | Requires stopping a rotating bar at the correct position multiple times. |
| Activate Shields | Shields | Short | Yes | This is the same as Prime Shields. |
| Toggle Buffers | Weapons | Short | No | Requires clicking a switch. |
| Shoot Asteroids | Weapons | Long | Yes | Requires clicking on asteroids to destroy them. A very obvious visual task. |
Tips for Crewmates:
- Prioritize Visual Tasks: If you have a visual task, try to do it when other players are around to see you. This is the best way to prove your innocence.
- Be Aware of Task Locations: Know where tasks are located to avoid wasting time wandering.
- Observe Others: Watch who is going where and how long they are spending at task locations. Impostors often fake tasks poorly or avoid them altogether.
- Report Suspicious Behavior: If you see someone acting strangely near a task, or if they seem to "finish" a task too quickly, note it for the discussion.