Mastering Ark Survival Ascended: Essential Artifacts and Tributes for Island Boss Fights
- The Inspired Few
- Dec 3, 2025
- 4 min read
Boss fights in Ark Survival Ascended test your preparation, strategy, and resource management. Each boss on the Island map demands specific artifacts and tributes to summon them, and understanding these requirements is key to success. This guide breaks down the artifacts and tributes needed for the Gamma, Beta, and Alpha versions of the Broodmother, Megapithecus, Dragon, and The Tek Cave bosses. Whether you are a seasoned survivor or new to Ark Survival Ascended, this detailed overview will help you prepare efficiently for these challenging encounters.
Understanding Artifacts and Tributes in Ark Survival Ascended
Artifacts are special items dropped by bosses or found in caves, each representing a unique challenge or theme. Tributes are additional materials required to summon higher difficulty bosses. The Island map features four main bosses, each with three difficulty tiers: Gamma, Beta, and Alpha. As difficulty increases, so do the tribute requirements.
Artifacts are grouped by theme for each boss:
Broodmother: Artifact of the Clever, Artifact of the Hunter, Artifact of the Massive
Megapithecus: Artifact of the Brute, Artifact of the Pack, Artifact of the Devourer
Dragon: Artifact of the Cunning, Artifact of the Skylord, Artifact of the Strong, Artifact of the Immune
Tributes include various creature parts gathered from the Island’s wildlife, such as talons, skins, venom, and vertebrae for the Broodmother, or teeth, claws, and toxins for the Megapithecus.
Broodmother Boss Fight Requirements
The Broodmother is a giant spider boss that requires a combination of artifacts and creature parts to summon. The tribute requirements increase significantly from Gamma to Alpha.
Gamma Broodmother
Artifact of the Clever
Artifact of the Hunter
Artifact of the Massive
Beta Broodmother
Artifact of the Clever
Artifact of the Hunter
Artifact of the Massive
5 Argentavis Talons
5 Sarcosuchus Skins
5 Titanoboa Venom
5 Sauropod Vertebrae
Alpha Broodmother
Artifact of the Clever
Artifact of the Hunter
Artifact of the Massive
10 Argentavis Talons
10 Sarcosuchus Skins
10 Titanoboa Venom
10 Sauropod Vertebrae
Tips for Gathering Tributes: Argentavis talons can be collected by hunting Argentavis birds, while Sarcosuchus skins come from Sarcosuchus creatures near water bodies. Titanoboa venom requires careful hunting of Titanoboa in the swamps, and Sauropod vertebrae are obtained from large herbivorous dinosaurs.
Megapithecus Boss Fight Requirements
Megapithecus is a massive gorilla boss that demands artifacts and tributes reflecting its brute strength and pack mentality.
Gamma Megapithecus
Artifact of the Brute
Artifact of the Pack
Artifact of the Devourer
Beta Megapithecus
Artifact of the Brute
Artifact of the Pack
Artifact of the Devourer
5 Megalodon Teeth
5 Therizino Claws
5 Megalania Toxin
5 Spinosaurus Sail
5 Thylacoleo Hook Claw
Alpha Megapithecus
Artifact of the Brute
Artifact of the Pack
Artifact of the Devourer
10 Megalodon Teeth
10 Therizino Claws
10 Megalania Toxin
10 Spinosaurus Sail
10 Thylacoleo Hook Claw
Tips for Gathering Tributes: Megalodon teeth come from the ocean’s Megalodon sharks. Therizino claws and Megalania toxin require hunting Therizinosauruses and Megalanias respectively. Spinosaurus sails and Thylacoleo hook claws are harvested from their respective creatures, often found near rivers and forests.
Dragon Boss Fight Requirements
The Dragon is one of the toughest bosses, requiring four artifacts and a variety of tributes from powerful creatures.
Gamma Dragon
Artifact of the Cunning
Artifact of the Skylord
Artifact of the Strong
Artifact of the Immune
Beta Dragon
Artifact of the Cunning
Artifact of the Skylord
Artifact of the Strong
Artifact of the Immune
5 Allosaurus Brains
5 Giganotosaurus Hearts
5 Tyrannosaurus Arms
5 Basilosaurus Blubber
5 Tusoteuthis Tentacles
5 Yutyrannus Lungs
Alpha Dragon
Artifact of the Cunning
Artifact of the Skylord
Artifact of the Strong
Artifact of the Immune
10 Allosaurus Brains
10 Giganotosaurus Hearts
10 Tyrannosaurus Arms
10 Basilosaurus Blubber
10 Tusoteuthis Tentacles
10 Yutyrannus Lungs
Tips for Gathering Tributes: Allosaurus brains and Tyrannosaurus arms come from apex predators in the Island’s forests. Giganotosaurus hearts are rare and require careful hunting. Basilosaurus blubber is collected from deep-sea Basilosaurus whales. Tusoteuthis tentacles come from giant squid-like creatures in the ocean, and Yutyrannus lungs are harvested from the Yutyrannus, known for their roar ability.
The Tek Cave & Overseer Boss Fight
The Tek Cave is the ultimate challenge on The Island, serving as the gateway to the final boss: the Overseer. Unlike other boss arenas, the Tek Cave requires players to gather a wide range of trophies and artifacts, and the fight itself is a multi-phase battle against a powerful Tek entity that transforms into Tek versions of the Broodmother, Megapithecus, and Dragon, as well as a floating engram.
Entry Requirements:
For Gamma Tek Cave: Gamma trophies from the Broodmother, Megapithecus, and Dragon.
For Beta Tek Cave: Beta trophies from Broodmother, Megapithecus, and Dragon, plus Alpha Carno Arm, Alpha T-Rex Tooth, and Alpha Raptor Claw.
For Alpha Tek Cave: Alpha trophies from Broodmother, Megapithecus, and Dragon, plus Alpha Megalodon Fin, Alpha Mosasaur Tooth, Alpha Tusoteuthis Eye, Alpha Carno Arm, Alpha T-Rex Tooth, Alpha Raptor Claw, and Alpha Leedsichthys Blubber.
Preparation Checklist:
Collect all three required trophys: Broodmother, Megapithecus, and Dragon.
Gather the exact tribute items for your chosen difficulty.
Equip your survivors and tames with the best gear possible—expect a long, intense fight.
Coordinate with your team to handle the multiple boss transformations and the final Overseer phase.
Key Details:
The Tek Cave is not a traditional boss arena; it’s a dangerous gauntlet filled with high-level creatures before you even reach the Overseer.
The final fight is against the Overseer, The Overseer will transform into Tek versions of the Island’s main bosses and unleash powerful attacks.
Victory unlocks Ascension and advances your story progression.
Strategies for Efficient Tribute Collection
Collecting tributes can be time-consuming. Here are some practical tips:
Target specific creatures: Focus on creatures that drop multiple required tributes to maximize efficiency.
Use fast mounts: Argentavis and other flying mounts speed up hunting and gathering.
Coordinate with tribe members: Divide tasks among team members to gather tributes simultaneously.
Prepare for danger: Many tribute creatures are aggressive or found in hazardous areas. Bring appropriate weapons and armor.
Final Thoughts on Boss Fight Preparation
Mastering the Island boss fights in Ark Survival Ascended requires understanding the exact artifacts and tributes needed for each difficulty level. Gamma fights are accessible for solo players or small groups, while Beta and Alpha fights demand more resources and teamwork. Prioritize gathering the correct artifacts and tributes, plan your strategy, and prepare your gear and tames accordingly.
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