Arc Raiders Great Mullein: Best Locations, Uses & Recipes
Great Mullein is a versatile wild plant in Arc Raiders, useful for crafting healing items and other survival gear. This guide covers the best locations to find it, its primary uses, and step-by-step recipes that turn it into valuable resources.
Ingredients
- 1x Great Mullein (freshly harvested)
- 1x Empty Flask (for tincture)
- 1x Cooking Pot (for tea)
- 1x Clean Water (for tea or tincture)
- 1x Fire Source (campfire or stove)
- 2x Cloth Scrap (for poultice)
- 1x Bandage (for poultice)
Instructions
- Locate Great Mullein: Search the open fields and abandoned farmlands on the eastern side of the map, particularly around the “Old Mill” area. It also grows along sunny roadsides and near ruined buildings.
- Harvest: Approach the plant and press the interaction key to collect it. You can harvest up to 3 units from a single plant if you have a sickle equipped.
- Prepare for Tea: Place the Great Mullein in your inventory and open the crafting menu. Select the “Herbal Tea” recipe under the Consumables tab.
- Brew: Add clean water and the Great Mullein to the cooking pot. Start a fire and wait 30 seconds for the tea to brew.
- Make a Poultice: For a poultice, combine the Great Mullein with cloth scraps and a bandage in the crafting menu. This does not require a fire.
- Create Tincture: Mix Great Mullein with an empty flask and clean water. Let it sit for 5 minutes in your inventory—this is a time-based craft, not a fire-based one.
- Store or Use: Once crafted, items are automatically placed in your inventory. Use them immediately or store them in your stash for later.
Tips
- Substitution: If you run out of Great Mullein, Yarrow can be used as a substitute in the poultice recipe, but the healing effect is slightly weaker.
- Storage: Fresh Great Mullein spoils after 2 in-game days. Craft it into tea or tincture to extend its shelf life to 7 days.
- Common Mistake: Do not harvest Great Mullein while it is raining—the plant becomes slippery and you may lose the item. Wait for clear weather.
- Efficiency: Use a sickle to harvest; it yields 3 units per plant instead of 1, making your trips more productive.
Serving Suggestions
Great Mullein tea is best consumed before a raid to boost your stamina regeneration for 10 minutes. The poultice should be applied immediately after taking damage to stop bleeding and restore 20 health over 5 seconds. The tincture is a quick heal (30 health instantly) and is ideal for emergency situations.
Variations
- Great Mullein + Honey: Add honey to the tea to increase its healing effect by 50%.
- Smoked Mullein: Dry the leaves over a fire to create a smoke bomb that reduces enemy visibility.
- Mullein Oil: Combine with any plant oil to create a flammable coating for arrows.
Storage and Reheating
Store crafted teas and tinctures in a cool, dry place (like your stash) for up to 7 days. Poultices must be used within 24 hours—they cannot be stored. To reheat tea, simply place it near a fire for 10 seconds; it will regain its full effect. Do not reheat more than once, as the potency drops by half.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is the best place to farm Great Mullein?
A: The fields around the “Old Mill” and the sunny slopes near the river are the most reliable spots. You can find 5-6 plants per run.
Q: Can I grow Great Mullein?
A: Yes, you can plant seeds in a garden plot. They take 3 in-game days to mature. You can get seeds by harvesting wild plants with a sickle.
Q: What is the difference between tea and tincture?
A: Tea provides a buff over time (stamina regen), while tincture gives instant health. Tea is better for preparation, tincture for emergencies.
Q: Does Great Mullein have any combat uses?
A: Yes, the smoked version creates a smoke screen, and the oil can be used to make fire arrows. Both are tactical options.
Q: How do I get more Great Mullein per harvest?
A: Equip a sickle before harvesting. Without it, you get 1 unit; with it, you get 3.
Q: Can I sell Great Mullein?
A: Yes, vendors will buy it for a small amount of currency, but it’s more valuable to craft with it.
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