Grounded 2 Guide: Strategies to Defeat AXL

The latest update for Grounded 2 introduces an exciting new boss monster called AXL, lurking in Brookhollow Park. This impressive arachnid promises to challenge players’ skills and weaponry to their limits.

Facing AXL can be daunting, so preparation is crucial. This comprehensive guide will equip you with all the necessary information to locate, summon, and defeat this formidable foe, ensuring that you are ready when you encounter AXL in Grounded 2.

Finding AXL

If you want to hunt AXL without delay, you’re in good fortune; he is relatively easy to find. First, revisit the large terrarium that previously housed this creature after downloading the latest update. Within this setting, you can discover a tuft of tarantula fur alongside a receipt caught in some twigs.

These items are essential for your journey. After collecting them, build a cookery if you haven’t already, to craft the recipe noted on the receipt. You can find the recipe listed under the Boss Monsters section of the cookery menu, typically towards the bottom, depending on your inventory.

Items Required for the Recipe

1x Roach Head
4x Roach Parts
3x Garden Snail Slime
1x EverChar Coal Chunk

It’s wise to gather extras of these items for subsequent attempts at AXL, allowing you to collect all his unique gear. Once the recipe is cooked and ready, prepare your equipment and strategize your approach to AXL. Make your way to Battlefield 1992 as marked on the map.

The entrance to Battlefield 1992 is conveniently located near the Mega Milk Molar, specifically Molar number four in Pine Hill. Look for a sizable opening in the hedge; upon entering, turn right and you will find the arena, past several web-covered gaps.

You must defeat the Masked Stranger during your initial encounter at the Statue Lab to unlock the Orbweaver Buggie, which is necessary for navigating across the gaps leading to AXL’s lair.

Defeating AXL

AXL is unlike other bosses you’ve faced in the park.This colossal adversary is enormous, requiring players to frequently look upwards to engage him. Before heading into battle, ensure you’re adequately equipped. Below, you’ll find suggested items and strategies, but skilled players can defeat AXL with minimal gear as well.

Preparation for the Battle

Like most arachnids in this survival game, AXL has venomous attacks that can result in venom buildup during the encounter. To mitigate this, stock up on Scorpidote and Green Machine smoothies.Although AXL has no specific weaknesses, he does possess several resistances.

Weaknesses	None
Resistances	Stabbing, Fresh, Explosive, Venom
Weak Points	Rump

If your build focuses on venom damage, consider switching to a type that bypasses his resistances. Depending on whether you’re solo or in a team, coordinate roles among your group. A solid tactic involves designating one player to tank, absorbing most of AXL’s attacks while maintaining aggro, allowing others to inflict damage.

Recommended Gear

Gear/Item	Gear/Item Name
Head	Snail Shell Casque
Chest	Snail Shell Plastron
Legs	Snail Shell Greaves
Weapon	Mantis Blade
Smoothies	Scorpidote, Green Machine, Lady in Red, Liquid Rage
Mutations	Blademaster, Parry Master, Frenzy, Mithridatism
Optional Mutations	Reliable Friend, Any Fighting Style Mutation

This suggested setup focuses on survival throughout the battle.There are numerous strategies for defeating AXL, but this combination proved effective for me.

Should you falter during the fight, rest assured that your bag will remain recoverable, and the Poached Roach Roast will not despawn, enabling immediate reuse.

AXL Fight Overview

Despite his massive size, AXL moves relatively slowly, allowing opportunities for dodging.Nearly all of his attacks can be perfectly blocked, though his aggro can shift unexpectedly.

The battle is divided into two phases, with the first being significantly easier than the second. Below is a detailed breakdown of attacks encountered in each phase.

Phase 1
Attack	Description
Stomp Attack	AXL lifts a front leg and slams it down, moving in the opposite direction.
Bite Attack	AXL bites in front of him twice in quick succession.
Jump Attack	AXL jumps across the arena when cornered.
Spine Launch	AXL raises his rump, sending out spines in a line that inflict damage and venom.
Summoning Scream	AXL rear up and screams, stunning players. This initiates the second phase where random enemies are summoned.
Phase 2
Dash Attack	AXL charges at a player and cannot be blocked, requiring a dodge.
Mandible Strike	AXL unleashes four heavy strikes with his mandibles, causing massive damage and venom buildup.
Stomp Attack	This attack remains consistent across phases, causing venom buildup in the second phase.
Spine Launch	This attack also reappears, with greater venom damage in phase two.

While damage is inevitable, a well-planned strategy can lead to victory against AXL. Here are some crucial tips for conquering this boss:

Stun AXL: Accumulating sufficient stun will knock AXL over, leaving him vulnerable to attacks.
Heal Wisely: Bandages cease to heal when damage is taken, so apply them from a safe distance.
Strike the Weak Point: Utilize AXL’s downed state to jump on his head and attack his vulnerable rump.
Stay Mobile: Constant movement helps evade AXL’s more threatening attacks and can provide positioning advantages.

Rewards from AXL

Upon defeating AXL, you will receive valuable items that allow for scanning and crafting his armor and weapons.Your rewards include new gear, a unique mutation, and access to new chest storage options.

Item Type	Item Names
Armor	Nightstalker Helm, Vest, Greaves, Fangs
Mutation	Pheromone Shot
Weapons	AXL’s Talon, Black Fang Greatbow, Great Arrows, Great Venom Arrow
Other	AXL Wall Mount, Tarantula Throne, Tarantula Candelabra, Tarantula Chest

This is a rewarding experience for players of Grounded. However, after your initial victory against AXL, you may require additional resources to craft all that you desire. Feel free to summon him repeatedly to harness his parts for various creations.

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