How to Find All Shiny Deviants in Season 2 | Once Human

Summary

This guide explores the new shiny variants in *Once Human*, discussing what they are, where to find them, and whether they're worth farming. The shiny deviants offer slight upgrades to existing deviants but aren't game-changing. The video covers how to find shiny variants for specific deviants like The Nutcracker, Dig Boy, and others, while sharing personal experiences and community feedback on RNG and farming efforts. The conclusion suggests shiny variants aren't worth grinding for unless you've already completed other game content. A possible improvement is proposed to make variants more rewarding and efficient.

Takeaways

• 🎯 Shiny deviants in 'Once Human' are slightly enhanced versions of regular deviants, with minor improvements such as boosted attack or faster resource regeneration, but they are not game-breaking.
• 📅 Players can find shiny deviants for the current season by navigating to the 'seasonal info' tab and looking under 'unique characteristics.'
• 📝 There is no clear information on the number of shiny variants available for each deviant, leaving players to explore and discover this on their own.
• 🌟 Notable deviants with shiny variants include The Nutcracker, Dig Boy, Groc Room, Extra Dimensional Cat, Butterflies Emissary, Festering Gel, and Fetchalot Bunny.
• 🪓 Specific farming locations are suggested for each deviant, like Forsaken Giant for The Nutcracker and high-tier ores like silver and gold for Dig Boy.
• 💡 RNG (random number generation) is a significant factor in getting shiny variants, as some players reported farming large amounts of resources or running instances without seeing a shiny version.
• ⏳ Deviants in open-world areas may have a respawn timer or might require players to leave the area for the shiny variant to appear again, behaving like chests in the game.
• 🎮 Many players experience frustration with low shiny drop rates, and some reported it can take up to 100 runs to get one.
• 🛠 The current system might not be worth the time for most players unless they are focused on completing all content, as farming for materials or gear upgrades offers more tangible progress.
• 🔄 The script proposes a solution where deviant traits could be added to regular deviants, allowing players to upgrade them to shiny versions, making it more rewarding.

Q & A

What are shiny deviants or deviant variants in the game 'Once Human'?

Shiny deviants, or deviant variants, are essentially the same as regular deviants with slight improvements, such as a small boost in attack under certain circumstances, faster regeneration, or extra resources. They are not game-changing but offer minor enhancements.

How can players find shiny deviant variants in the game?

To find shiny deviant variants, players need to open the seasonal menu in the game, switch to the seasonal info tab, and look under 'unique characteristics' to see which deviants have shiny variants available for farming.

How many shiny variants are available for each deviant?

The game does not specify how many shiny variants exist for each deviant. Developers have not provided a clear answer, likely encouraging players to discover them through gameplay.

Which deviants have shiny variants in the current season?

In the current season, the deviants with shiny variants are The Nutcracker, Dig Boy, Grocer Room, Extra Dimensional Cat, Butterflies Emissary, Festering Gel, and Fetch a Lot Bunny.

Where can players farm the shiny deviant for The Nutcracker?

To farm the shiny variant of The Nutcracker, players need to farm the Forsaken Giant.

What is the recommended farming strategy for Dig Boy shiny deviants?

To farm Dig Boy shiny deviants, players should focus on high-tier ores like silver or gold. It is reported that players have a higher chance of encountering Dig Boy when farming these ores.

How can players farm the Extra Dimensional Cat shiny deviant?

The Extra Dimensional Cat shiny deviant spawns in every major settlement. Players should check these settlements for possible spawns.

What was the community's experience when farming the Extra Dimensional Cat shiny variant?

A player named Rusty attempted to farm the Extra Dimensional Cat across multiple settlements and worlds but was unable to get a shiny variant despite numerous attempts, showing how difficult it can be to obtain one.

Are shiny variants worth farming in 'Once Human'?

According to the script, shiny variants are not worth the time and effort unless players have completed all other tasks in the game. It is suggested that players focus on other objectives like upgrading gear, building their base, or collecting materials.

What is one proposed solution to improve the shiny variant system in 'Once Human'?

One proposed solution is to allow players to obtain deviant traits as separate items, which could be added to existing deviants to upgrade them to shiny versions. This would make the process more rewarding and customizable without needing to farm endlessly for a shiny variant.