Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

After years of battling against Ghouls in *Fallout 76*, players now have the chance to experience life from the other side with a new questline. But the question remains: should you take the plunge and become a Ghoul? Let's dive into the details to help you decide.

How to Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To transform into a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*, you need to reach at least level 50 and embark on the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you accept it, you'll head to the Savage Divide to meet characters who will guide you through your transformation. It's a straightforward process, but it comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Turning into a Ghoul grants you access to unique abilities like Feral and Glow. The Feral meter starts at 100% and decreases over time, but you can boost it back up by using Chems. Here's what the Feral meter does:

• Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
• Above 60%: +15 Max HP
• Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
• Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
• At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, -300% Hip-fire Gun Accuracy & V.A.T.S. Accuracy

The Glow ability increases your maximum health and allows you to heal from damage taken. To activate it, you'll need to engage in activities typically considered harmful, like eating spoiled food and exploring irradiated areas.

Additionally, Ghouls can use new Perk cards alongside the usual human ones, offering significant upgrades. You won't have to worry about diseases or regular food while exploring, making your adventures more enjoyable.

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Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, becoming a Ghoul isn't without its challenges. Accepting the "Leap of Faith" questline can strain your relationships with certain factions, potentially hindering your ability to complete quests. As a Ghoul, you'll also suffer a loss in Charisma, making social interactions less rewarding.

Fortunately, *Fallout 76* offers a solution. A new NPC named Jaye Vo, introduced in the "Leap of Faith" questline, provides disguises that allow you to continue your missions and avoid unnecessary conflicts.

Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

Despite the drawbacks, the benefits of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76* are too compelling to ignore. The new abilities and Perk cards offer a fresh and exciting gameplay experience. If you later decide to revert to your human form, you can do so from the Character screen, though you won't be able to complete the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once the questline is finished, you can transform back into a Ghoul for 1,000 Atoms.

Armed with this information, it's time to venture into the Savage Divide and embrace your new Ghoul identity.

So, should you become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*? The choice is yours, but the game's rich features make it an enticing option. If you're curious about more, check out whether *Fallout 76* is still worth playing.

*Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*