Learn how to easily defeat the Charger in Horizon Forbidden West. Discover its weaknesses, attack patterns, and the best loot to get from this early-game machine.
Alright, let's talk about the Charger in Horizon Forbidden West. These guys are pretty common early on, and honestly, they're not too tough once you know what you're doing. They're herd machines, basically just looking for natural resources to turn into biofuel. They spook easily, but if you get too close or they feel threatened, they'll definitely defend themselves before making a run for it.
Stats / Weaknesses:
- Level: 13
- Type: Acquisition
- Cauldron: Default
- Weak Against: Shock
- Resistant To: None
- The Charger's main attack is its charge. You'll see it dig its hooves into the ground, winding up for a few seconds before it bolts. Just dodge out of the way – it's pretty telegraphed.
- You can actually detach its horns! Doing this not only removes its ramming attack but also nets you some sweet, exclusive loot that you can't get from its body. It's totally worth aiming for.
- Besides the charge, most of its attacks are up close and personal. Watch out for kicks if you're in front of it, and a mule kick if you're behind it.
- Pro Tip: Chargers are one of the machines you can override and mount! As soon as you finish the prologue and get access to the main map, you can start sneaking up on them and using them to get around faster.
Loot You Can Get:
When you defeat and loot a Charger, you can get the following:
| Loot | Chance to Drop |
| Blaze | 100% |
| Metal Shards | 100% |
| Charger Circulator | 32% |
| Machine Muscle | 31% |
| Charger Primary Nerve | 22% |
| Small Machine Core | 17% |
| Metal Bone | 10% |
| Braided Wire | 10% |
| Sturdy Hardplate | 5% |
Loot from Horns:
Remember those horns we talked about? Aiming for them specifically will get you:
| Loot | Chance to Drop |
| Charger Horn | 100% |
Loot from Blaze Canister:
There's also a Blaze Canister on its back. Shooting this off is a good idea, especially if you hit it with Fire Arrows. It'll explode, dealing good damage to the Charger and anything else nearby!
| Loot | Chance to Drop |
| Blaze | 100% |
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