In the desolate and unforgiving world of Once Human, the settlement of Blackfell stands as a beacon of potential peace, yet its residents are plagued by internal strife. To aid them, intrepid players must embark on the 'He Was Here' quest, a journey through the perilous Red Sands that culminates in a confrontation of monumental scale at the Forsaken Monolith. Here, adventurers face the Forsaken Giant, one of the region's most formidable and colossal Deviant bosses. This multi-phase battle demands not just firepower, but agility, strategy, and careful preparation to emerge victorious.

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Preparation is the cornerstone of success against this towering foe. Given the brief windows to attack its vulnerable points, your loadout is critical. An automatic long-range weapon is highly recommended to maximize damage output during those precious moments. Your inventory should be stocked with essential consumables: ample healing items, Adrenaline Shots for critical recovery, and mobility aids like the Stardust Energy Drink or Spring Legs. These consumables are invaluable for navigating the treacherous, multi-platform arena. Selecting the right Combat Deviant to accompany you can also tip the scales, providing additional firepower or crowd control during the chaotic fight.

Phase One: The Initial Onslaught

The battle commences in a vast chamber centered around a primary platform. Your strategy revolves around constant movement, evading the Giant's attacks while targeting its glowing red weak spot, which shifts location across its body as the fight progresses. In this initial stage, the boss utilizes two primary moves:

  • Ground Slam: The Giant drives its fist into your location. Evade by running clear or executing a well-timed dodge roll at the moment of impact.

  • Arm Sweep: It slides its arm across the battlefield. Sprint to the opposite side; as the arm reaches the end, it lifts slightly, allowing you to avoid it.

This phase introduces unique mechanics. Periodically, the Giant will enter a vulnerable state, crying and dropping Handling Giant Flower Buds. These buds are key: when the boss covers its weak spot with its hands, throw the buds at it. A direct hit can stun the Giant, forcing it to expose its weak point for a sustained period, creating the perfect opportunity for a focused assault.

Furthermore, the boss summons Gnawers to harass you. You have options:

  • Eliminate them directly.

  • Outrun them until they expire naturally.

  • Deploy a turret or command your Combat Deviant to handle the adds, allowing you to maintain focus on the primary threat.

Phase Two: Escalating Chaos

The second phase dramatically increases the difficulty with new, environment-altering attacks. The arena itself becomes a hazard.

New Attack 1: The Tracking Slam

A red targeting beam will lock onto your position, forewarning a devastating fist slam that damages and weakens the platform beneath you. Each platform can withstand only three such hits before crumbling entirely. Strategic positioning is paramount—spread the damage across different platforms to avoid being stranded on a collapsing island.

New Attack 2: The Orb Barrage

The Giant charges a massive black mass while simultaneously launching tracking toxic orbs. The strategy here is constant, erratic movement to evade the homing orbs. The large mass projectile moves relatively slowly; observe its trajectory and relocate to a different platform to avoid the impact zone.

This phase also sees the arrival of additional Deviant reinforcements. The type and number of these adds scale with the selected difficulty level, adding another layer of complexity to the battle.

Phase Three: The Final Stand

Pushed to its limits, the Forsaken Giant enters a frenzied final phase. It will writhe in pain, causing destructive red energy beams to erupt from the ground across the platforms. Standing within the radius of these beams inflicts significant damage. Survival depends on continuous platform-hopping to avoid the emerging geysers of energy.

Throughout this relentless assault, maintaining damage pressure on the Giant's weak spots is essential. For those finding the challenge overwhelming, remember that Once Human is a game built for cooperation. Forming a full team of four players is a highly effective strategy. This forces enemies to split their attention, making each phase more manageable and allowing for coordinated attacks on the boss's vulnerabilities.

Reaping the Rewards

Victory over the Forsaken Giant is richly rewarded. Among the spoils, players have a chance to secure the powerful Nutcracker Deviant. Furthermore, you will be able to use a Controller on the boss's remains to unlock its exclusive loot drops, providing valuable resources and gear to empower your journey through the broken world. This epic confrontation remains a defining test of skill and preparation in Once Human's 2025 landscape.

This content draws upon Polygon, a leading source for gaming culture and in-depth reporting. Polygon's extensive coverage of multiplayer boss encounters and evolving game mechanics provides valuable context for understanding the strategic demands and cooperative elements highlighted in the Forsaken Giant battle within Once Human.