"Is Becoming a Ghoul Worth It in Fallout 76?"

If you're a *Fallout 76* enthusiast looking to shake things up, the game now offers an intriguing new option: you can transform into a Ghoul. This transformation is part of a new questline called "Leap of Faith," which becomes available once you reach level 50. After accepting the quest, you'll journey to the Savage Divide to meet characters who will guide you through your transition into Ghoul life. But before you take the plunge, let's weigh the pros and cons of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*.

How To Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To embark on this unique journey, you need to be at least level 50 and accept the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you do, you'll head to the Savage Divide, where you'll meet characters who will help you start your new life as a Ghoul. It's a straightforward process, but it comes with significant implications for your gameplay experience.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Transforming into a Ghoul unlocks a range of new abilities, including Feral and Glow. The Feral meter starts at 100% and decreases over time. You can replenish it by consuming Chems, and here's what the Feral meter does at various levels:

• 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 boosts your maximum health and allows you to heal from damage taken. To activate it, you'll need to engage in activities typically considered risky, such as eating spoiled food and exploring irradiated areas.

Additionally, Ghouls have access to exclusive Perk cards, which can be used alongside the standard human Perk cards. These new cards offer significant advantages and make the transformation appealing. As a Ghoul, you're also immune to diseases and don't need to worry about regular food while exploring.

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Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, becoming a Ghoul isn't without its challenges. Engaging in the "Leap of Faith" questline may strain your relationships with certain factions, which can complicate your gameplay, including preventing you from completing specific quests. Furthermore, as a Ghoul, your Charisma decreases, making social interactions less enjoyable.

Fortunately, *Fallout 76* provides a solution to these issues. Jaye Vo, a new NPC introduced in the "Leap of Faith" questline, offers disguises that allow you to continue 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 compelling enough to consider. The new abilities and Perk cards add exciting dimensions to your gameplay. If you later decide you prefer your human form, you can revert back through the Character screen, though you'll need to complete the "Leap of Faith" questline to do so. Once finished, you can transform into a Ghoul again for a cost of 1,000 Atoms.

Armed with this information, you're ready 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 it's certainly a unique and thrilling way to experience the game.

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.*