How to unlock full bestiary in Empire of the Ants

As a seasoned gamer who has traversed numerous digital landscapes, I must say that Empire of the Ants has truly left an indelible mark on my gaming journey. The intricate details and immersive world created by the developers have made me feel like a colossal ant, scurrying through a vast kingdom teeming with life.


In the realm of Ant Empire, you’ll encounter a variety of creatures waiting to be explored and potentially teamed up with as you progress on your mission to rescue different ant colonies. Here’s a helpful guide on how to unveil all the species in Ant Empire, our comprehensive bestiary.

What creatures do in Empire of the Ants

How to unlock full bestiary in Empire of the Ants

In the Bestiary of the Empire of the Ants, there are numerous bug-like beings that play diverse roles. Some of these critters may appear during various tasks throughout each game chapter, acting as either adversaries or partners. The ones who side with you can be enlisted as legions for offensive or defensive strategies.

As a curious observer, I don’t always join these expeditions, but that doesn’t stop me from exploring and uncovering various species in their natural habitat. By studying them closely, I aim to understand their roles within the ecosystem and gain insights into their unique perceptions, particularly those of ants.

How to unlock all creatures in Empire of the Ants

How to unlock full bestiary in Empire of the Ants

In the Empire of the Ants, adding new creatures to your collection, or bestiary, is quite straightforward. Simply move near a creature and let the game take care of the rest – it will identify the creature for you and add it to your bestiary automatically. You can view your entire bestiary at any time by pausing the game and accessing the menu.

As you advance through the narrative, you’ll uncover an increasing number of creatures from the bestiary by simply adhering to each story segment. Along your journey, you’ll embark on various tasks that facilitate encounters with diverse creatures. Each new chapter transports you to a distinct ant colony, offering fresh territories to traverse and species to study.

Here’s a list of the 41 creatures from the Empire of the Ants’ bestiary, along with their respective locations (either an area or chapter) for easy finding.

CreatureLocation Found
WorkerFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five legions potentially available to the player
WarriorFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five legions potentially available to the player
GunnerFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five legions potentially available to the player
Nest GuardFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
provided with the appropriate Defense nest upgrade
Termite WorkerFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Termite WarriorFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Termite GunnerFrom Prologue missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Termite Nest GuardFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
common at enemy termite nests
Black Ant WorkerFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Black Ant WarriorFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Black Ant GunnerFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
one of five common enemy legions
Black Ant Nest GuardFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
common at enemy black ant nests
???“Seems to be counselors for Belo-kiu-kiuni?”
First encountered in Chapter 1
Belo-kiu-kuniFounder and Queen of Bel-o-kan.
First encountered in Chapter 1
Ta-yu-niQueen of Ta-yu-kan, part of the Federation
First encountered in Chapter 2
TBDTBD
TBDTBD
PaussusFirst encountered in Chapter 1 around Bel-o-kan
Green Rose ChaferFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
a Super Predator legion potentially available to the player
(must equip it via the loadout menu in Chapter 3)
DorbeetleFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
a Super Predator legion available to the player
TBDTBD
TBDTBD
LadybugFrom Chapter 2 missions onward;
a common Super Predator enemy legion encountered
near foraging/food nodes
FirebugFrom Prologue missions onward;
a common enemy legion found guarding foraging/food
nodes on the map
PillbugFrom Chapter 2 missions onward;
encountered in the area around Ta-yu-kan
Water StriderFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
seen gliding on flood waters during Chapter 1 exploration
mission to Ta-yu-kan
AphidFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
one of five legions potentially available to the player
SnailFrom Chapter 3 missions onward;
a Support legion potentially available to the player
(must equip it via the loadout menu in Chapter 3)
SlugFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
encountered on a tire sticking out of the flood water
during the Chapter 1 exploration mission to Ta-yu-kan
Glow WormFrom Chapter 2 missions onward;
First encountered during nighttime intel mission
FireflyFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
First encountered during mission to hunt fireflies for food
DragonflyFrom Chapter 1 onward;
One of the most common insects found during missions and
around ant kingdoms such as Bel-o-kan and Ta-yu-kan.
ButterflyFrom Chapter 1 onward;
One of the most common insects found during missions and
around ant kingdoms such as Bel-o-kan and Ta-yu-kan.
BumblebeeFrom Chapter 1 onward;
One of the most common insects found during missions and
around ant kingdoms such as Bel-o-kan and Ta-yu-kan;
they’re constantly flying around and a close fly-by will unlock this entry
TBDTBD
WaspFrom Chapter 1 onward;
One of the most common insects found during missions and
around ant kingdoms such as Bel-o-kan and Ta-yu-kan;
they’re constantly flying around and a close fly-by will unlock this entry
TBDTBD
Diadem SpiderFrom Chapter 2 onward;
encountered passively during certain missions
Diadem SpiderlingsFrom Chapter 2 onward;
first encountered during the nighttime intel mission offered
in Chapter 2 (patrolling the large animal skull)
Jumping SpiderFrom Chapter 1 missions onward;
first encountered during Chapter 1 exploration mission to Ta-yu-kan
TBDTBD

Make sure to explore our most recent gaming reviews and updates on Empire of the Ants, found at GamerTop, including our detailed review titled “Empire of the Ants: A Grand and Gorgeous World Seen through Tiny Eyes.

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2024-11-07 21:51