Metro Exodus
68 Achievements
60-80h
GOG
Master of the Forest
Stand your ground against the Bear at the first encounter.
25.9%
How to unlock the Master of the Forest achievement in Metro Exodus - Definitive Guide
In the TAIGA level you will eventually come up to a nice church on the hill that was pointed out to you at the very beginning of the mission. You want to have at least 3 molotovs and about 15 crossbow bolts by the time you enter that area. At this stage TAKE YOUR TIME and collect all the arrows and molotov cocktails lying around - there is a bunch of arrows stuck in the wooden crosses close to the entry to the location and there is a molotov right behind the rope that you need to interact with.
Then you need to get to the gates and interact with the rope to the left of the gate to make the Bear attack you. The Bear won't spawn until you do this so take you time and collect resources to make sure you are prepared.
After the Bear reveals itself it is a straightforward engagement. The tactics are as follow - throw a molotov (you want a direct hit), move away, shoot him with 3-4 arrows while he rolls around (aim either for his face or the underbelly - if you have a scope on your crossbow take it off, it's easier to aim using the iron sights), and wait until the flames die down, at which point you can toss another molotov (so don't throw them all at once, wait until the flames disappear to deal maximum damage). While you can afford to get closer to toss the molotov, as it stuns the bear, make sure you move away immediately afterwards, as he will soon charge at you. Always be aware of your surroundings and have an open route you can use to dodge the charge as it deals a good amount of damage. The Bear can also be stunned during his charge if you toss a molotov at him as he charges towards you.
After you deal enough damage the Bear will retreat and the achievement will pop. Importantly, you won't be getting any of your bolts that got stuck in him back, so ration them accordingly.
Then you need to get to the gates and interact with the rope to the left of the gate to make the Bear attack you. The Bear won't spawn until you do this so take you time and collect resources to make sure you are prepared.
After the Bear reveals itself it is a straightforward engagement. The tactics are as follow - throw a molotov (you want a direct hit), move away, shoot him with 3-4 arrows while he rolls around (aim either for his face or the underbelly - if you have a scope on your crossbow take it off, it's easier to aim using the iron sights), and wait until the flames die down, at which point you can toss another molotov (so don't throw them all at once, wait until the flames disappear to deal maximum damage). While you can afford to get closer to toss the molotov, as it stuns the bear, make sure you move away immediately afterwards, as he will soon charge at you. Always be aware of your surroundings and have an open route you can use to dodge the charge as it deals a good amount of damage. The Bear can also be stunned during his charge if you toss a molotov at him as he charges towards you.
After you deal enough damage the Bear will retreat and the achievement will pop. Importantly, you won't be getting any of your bolts that got stuck in him back, so ration them accordingly.
3 Comments
This felt even easier than you said. First, I never found a crafting station to make Molotovs... but I DID find 2 Molotovs in the long cave on the way to the church (down the rocks from the bench, on the right from the last big settlement). That with the 3rd one by the rope was plenty. Waiting until after the flames die and then moving away from his charge, I only needed the 3 Molotovs. I don't even think the crossbow bolts did anything really.
Great solution!
Great solution!
By Sashamorning on 25 Aug 2019 05:51
The bear got stuck both times after fleeing for me. I just gave up.
By Entenmann10 on 19 Jun 2020 20:09
In this video guide I will show you how to make the bear run away during the first encounter. So the first actual fight encounter is going to be at the church after you cut the wire to release the ladder, the bear will break through the fence in front of you. There is a molotov on that pile next to where the bear breaks through and one right before entering the grave yard. There also arrows around to help out so grab them if needed. I may have misspoke in the video because I am not sure if the first time you get explosive arrows is before or after the fight. Either way you don't need them they aren't required. I just used the molotovs to stun the bear and then continue to shoot it. After using three molotovs and about 12 arrows it will finally turn and start to run away. Once the bear is basically off the map the achievement will pop.
In the TAIGA level, following the natural story path you’ll come up to a church where you must take on The Master of the Forest (The bear)
Make sure you have a good look around for Molotov’s and arrows.
In the building close to the beginning where this achievement can be earned:
Their are explosive arrows in the cellar and a crossbow with Night vision sight attachment on the top floor.
Two Molotov’s can be found in the cave just before entering the gate to the church. If you took the stealth route across the zip line you won’t miss this. If you did miss this route then it is directly opposite the gate where you can backtrack to find the cave.
Another 2 can be found in the church grounds and 1 can be found behind the rope you have to cut to continue.
With the Molotov’s and the explosive bows mixed with the standard bows. This can be done in under 2 minuets playing on NORMAL.
This is me beating the bear in under 2 minutes. Make sure to quick save before the start of the fight.
Make sure you have a good look around for Molotov’s and arrows.
In the building close to the beginning where this achievement can be earned:
The Decommunization achievement in Metro Exodus worth 14 pointsDestroy the biggest statue in front of the children's camp on the TAIGA level.
Their are explosive arrows in the cellar and a crossbow with Night vision sight attachment on the top floor.
Two Molotov’s can be found in the cave just before entering the gate to the church. If you took the stealth route across the zip line you won’t miss this. If you did miss this route then it is directly opposite the gate where you can backtrack to find the cave.
Another 2 can be found in the church grounds and 1 can be found behind the rope you have to cut to continue.
With the Molotov’s and the explosive bows mixed with the standard bows. This can be done in under 2 minuets playing on NORMAL.
This is me beating the bear in under 2 minutes. Make sure to quick save before the start of the fight.
Sorry, this Game Clip has been removed
2 Comments
i'm playing on normal and it's not that easy for me even with 6 molotovs
By on 20 Mar 2019 03:48
Ok, so stupid update went live today and I have beat this bear 3 times and no cheivo. It is also day light so not sure if this makes a difference. Bummer!
By SolidTooth3160 on 28 Mar 2019 00:39
Here is my take on fighting the bear, I didn't use any moltov cocktails:
Attention - Although not missable, you will have to use Chapter select and replay a fair amount to get to this stage.
This will happen during the TAIGA Chapter. As you approach the church you will get attacked by the mutated bear. It acts like a pre-mini boss battle. Be prepared before hand, stock up on Molotov's and Medkits. You can not win this fight but you can run away from it, though for this trophy you have to stay put. Throwing Molotovs and running away until they wear out is a solid method. Shoot the bears head a few times once it's on fire.
Once the bear runs away, the trophy will pop.
This will happen during the TAIGA Chapter. As you approach the church you will get attacked by the mutated bear. It acts like a pre-mini boss battle. Be prepared before hand, stock up on Molotov's and Medkits. You can not win this fight but you can run away from it, though for this trophy you have to stay put. Throwing Molotovs and running away until they wear out is a solid method. Shoot the bears head a few times once it's on fire.
Once the bear runs away, the trophy will pop.
This is the first fight versus the Bear, make sure you don't flee. Video showing where to get the explosive tip bolts and the bear fight:
This achievement can be unlocked during the Taiga level. After making your way through the earlier stages of the level you will eventually get to a gate in front of a church that you need to enter to progress. In this area you will encounter and be able to fight the Bear for the first time. It is possible to miss this as you can simply climb the rope ladder to reach the roof and avoid this fight, however doing so will of course void this achievement.
Fight off the Bear until it flees and the achievement will unlock.
Fight off the Bear until it flees and the achievement will unlock.
This guide was translated automatically.
To the left of the entrance to the church there is a village toilet, when the bear comes out you get to your feet and immediately run to the toilet and climb onto the roof, the bear remains in place and does not attack, so you can shoot all the bolts at it, maybe something else, but I wasn’t there, the main thing is don’t throw molotovs at him from the toilet, otherwise he’ll start attacking.
8 Comments
Got it on Ranger Hardcore. As soon as control is given, you throw a molotov, 2-3 bolts from a crossbow (I had no other weapon), then again a molotov and 2-3 bolts. On the third Molotov he ran away. I didn't even have to run from him.
By Francais on 05 Mar 2019 13:07
You can run away from the bear as soon as he appears, cut off the ladder and immediately climb up. You won’t have to engage in battle, and the bear will run away. The trophy will fall.
By Akeno on 17 Sep 2019 16:33
This guide was translated automatically.
At some point in the Taiga level, you reach a small church with a broken gate. Collect all the Molotov cocktails next to her, prepare first aid kits and reload the crossbow. As soon as you try to use the rope ladder, a bear will appear. The task: drive it away yourself. The strategy is simple: set it on fire with cocktails and hit it in the face or belly with bolts. From time to time he rushes at you and you need to dodge. On normal difficulty it kills in a few hits, so you have room for a few mistakes. Video guide .
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