Megas' Aberration Advantage: Why They Don't Sleep There

The Megalosaurus is a fierce predator that is known to be a nocturnal creature, hunting and being active at night. During the day, it tends to lie down and fall asleep. While the normal Megalosaurus does fall asleep on Aberration, the aberrant one does not. This is because Aberration is always considered to be in a state of twilight or partial darkness, and the aberrant Megalosaurus does not require sleep in such conditions. This makes them very useful on Aberration as they always have their night buff, but it also means that players need to be cautious of wild ones.

Aberrant megas don't sleep on Aberration because it's always dark

In the case of Aberration, the day-night cycle is dependent on the season. There is a 10-day cycle, with days 0-3 being 50% day and 50% night, days 4-6 being 90% day and 10% night, and days 7-9 being 10% day and 90% night. However, Aberrant megas don't follow the sleep cycle of other creatures, as they don't require sleep on Aberration. This is advantageous as they are always in a state of heightened alertness and can take advantage of the night-time buffs that other creatures would only have access to temporarily.

The fact that Aberrant megas don't sleep on Aberration is a result of the map's unique day-night cycle and the nocturnal nature of these creatures. This adaptation gives them a competitive edge in terms of hunting and survival, making them a powerful presence on the map.

Nocturnal creatures are adapted to be awake at night

One of the most critical adaptations for nocturnal animals is their enhanced vision. Nocturnal animals have larger eyes relative to their body size, allowing more light to enter and enhancing their ability to see in low-light conditions. The tapetum lucidum, a layer behind the retina, reflects light back through the retina, increasing the light available to the photoreceptors and improving night vision. The pupils of nocturnal animals also widen to collect more light.

In addition to their superior night vision, nocturnal animals have highly developed senses of hearing, smell, and touch to navigate and hunt in the dark. For example, bats use echolocation to locate prey, while rodents have whiskers that are highly sensitive to touch and vibrations. Some snakes, like pit vipers, use heat-sensitive pits to detect warm-blooded prey in total darkness.

Nocturnal animals also exhibit different camouflage adaptations compared to diurnal animals. They have dark or patterned coloration that aids in camouflage during the night, helping them move unseen and blend into the shadows. Nocturnal animals often exhibit slow and deliberate movements to avoid detection, such as the padded paws of leopards, which enable them to approach their prey quietly.

The diet of nocturnal animals also reflects their adaptation to being awake at night. Nocturnal predators often rely on food sources that are more available at night, such as moths and other nocturnal insects.

Nocturnal animals have also adapted their reproductive and social behaviours to suit their nighttime activity. For example, the courtship and mating rituals of many nocturnal species are timed to occur at night when they are most active. Some nocturnal animals, like certain species of frogs and crickets, use distinctive calls to attract mates and communicate in the darkness.

In the case of "megas" in the video game ARK: Survival Evolved, they are considered to be always nocturnal on the "Aberration" map, and therefore don't need sleep. This is advantageous because their food sources are likely better hunted at night, and they may have a better chance of surviving predators after dark.

Megas have the highest DPS output of all tameable Aberration creatures

Aberrant Megalosaurus are considered to have the highest DPS output of all tameable creatures in ARK: Aberration. While their health is not as good as a Rex, their DPS is higher. In fact, they are considered to be one of the most powerful creatures in the game in general.

The daytime/night-time cycle in ARK: Aberration is dependent on the season. There is a 10-day cycle, with days 0-3 being 50% day and 50% night, days 4-6 being 90% day and 10% night, and days 7-9 being 10% day and 90% night. This is useful to know when planning expeditions to the surface, as longer nights mean players can spend more time there.

Unlike other maps, the Aberrant Megalosaurus doesn't have a sleep cycle and is awake 24/7. This is because it is considered to always be half day and half night on Aberration, so the Megalosaurus gains its night buff all the time, making it much better than usual. This also means that it doesn't suffer from sleep deprivation.

The Aberrant Megalosaurus is a very useful mount, especially when dealing with ravager packs, as they can be picked up and chomped on, lowering the damage taken. With a few rounds of breeding and an upgraded saddle, a pack of these creatures will own most anything on the ground regardless of level.

Megas are a must-have in Aberration because they always have their night buff

Aberrant Megalosaurus are a must-have in Aberration because they always have their night buff. This is due to the fact that Aberrant Megas do not require sleep on the map, as it is always considered to be night-time for them. This means that they are always at their most powerful, with increased health, melee damage, and movement speed. They are considered to be one of the most powerful creatures in the game, with higher DPS than a Rex.

The Aberrant Megas' constant night-time state also means that players must always be wary of wild ones while in their territory. This can make taming them a challenge, as they are more dangerous than their regular counterparts. However, once tamed, they are extremely useful mounts, especially when dealing with ravager packs, as they can pick them up and reduce the damage taken.

The constant night-time state of the Aberrant Megas also affects their breeding patterns. The shorter nights on Aberration mean that breeding takes longer, as there is less time for them to be awake and active.

Overall, the Aberrant Megalosaurus is a valuable asset in Aberration, providing increased power and utility to players who are able to tame them.

Normal megas do fall asleep on Aberration, unlike aberrant ones

The Megalosaurus is a fierce predator that is known to be a nocturnal creature. During the day, it lies down and falls asleep, and if awakened, it becomes sluggish and less effective. However, on Aberration, the Aberrant Megalosaurus never falls asleep and thus never enters this weaker state. This is because the Aberrant variant does not suffer from sleep deprivation and does not require sleep.

Interestingly, the normal Megalosaurus does fall asleep on Aberration, unlike its aberrant counterpart. This distinction is important as it affects their behaviour and capabilities. While the Aberrant Megalosaurus remains constantly active, the normal variant exhibits the typical nocturnal behaviour associated with the species.

The difference in sleep patterns between the two types of Megalosaurus is likely due to the unique environment of Aberration. The map has a 10-day cycle with varying durations of daylight and darkness. The presence or absence of sunlight does not seem to be the determining factor for the sleep patterns of the Aberrant Megalosaurus, as nocturnal creatures are adapted to be awake at night, regardless of sunlight.

The Aberrant Megalosaurus is considered one of the most powerful creatures in the game, with high damage output and strong offensive capabilities. Its constant activity on Aberration makes it a valuable asset for players exploring the map. However, the normal Megalosaurus falls asleep on Aberration, following its natural nocturnal instincts, and thus players should be cautious when encountering these creatures during the day.

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