Centipede
CommonResources
Nocturnal arthropod found near Hernand City — key alchemy ingredient.
Type
insect
Tool
Bare Hands
Rarity
uncommon
About
- •Alchemy reagent that determines elixir properties — if it restores stamina when eaten raw, potions gain stamina effects
- •Multiple centipede varieties exist: regular Centipede, Black Centipede (darker variant), House Centipede (domestic)
- •Nocturnal insect requiring nighttime collection for guaranteed spawns
- •Not listed in main alchemy recipe charts — primarily for experimentation and specialized crafting
- •Rocky terrain indicator — concentrate search on cliff bases and stone outcroppings
Gathering Guide
- •Found just beneath Hernand City on rocky outcroppings — nighttime spawn only
- •Secondary location under Anvil Fort cliffs in rocky terrain — also nocturnal
- •House Centipede variant appears in courtyard of Halssius House of Healing, east of Hernand City
- •Catch by hand — approach while sprinting and press interact when close enough
- •Most active during evening hours (in-game night cycle) — patrol rocky areas
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Last updated: March 2026