One of the more creepy mutants lurking around Falllout 76ās Appalachia is the Mothman, which inevitably gave rise to a loyal cult. Almost equally unsettling are the clusters of black and red Mothman Eggs that can be found near Cultist settlements. These barnacle-looking ova are hard to miss, given their distinctive color pattern and the fact that theyāre always grouped in conspicuous clumps on walls and floors.
Where can Mothman Eggs be found?
Besides a couple of Mothman-adjacent seasonal events in Fallout 76, the critterās eggs can be found in several Cultist encampments, meaning youāll probably have to fight to get to them.
Clancy Manor
From Vault 76, one of the closest locations to grab Mothman Eggs is Clancy Manor, a two-story building with several Cultists prowling about. This area offers the most Mothman Eggs, which can be found in the central room on the first floor and in the dormitory upstairs. A recipe for Bloodbug Pepper Steak might be in the kitchen; youāll find nothing on the roof except a few hostiles with guns and perhaps some useful loot.
Crossroad
Crossroad is in the northeast corner of Fallout 76ās map, rather out of the way, but there are five bunches of Mothman Eggs in the main structure. Other than that, thereās not much to find here.
Enclave Research Facility (Transmission Station 1AT-U03)
This source is more trouble than itās worth just to get some Mothman Eggs. To enter the Enclave Research Facility, you must first gain access to Transmission Station 1AT-U03, which sits on top of it. Prior to the release of the Steel Dawn update for Fallout 76, getting inside merely required picking a 0-skill lock. Now, you must progress sufficiently in the story to complete the Enclave questline that begins with āForging Trustā and ends with āOver and Out.ā
But once youāve done all that and have delved into the depths of the Enclave Research Facility, head to holding cell Z01, where a Mothman was once held. While youāre in there, itās worth taking the time to read the very interesting lore sprinkled around the facility.
Kanawha County Cemetery
If youāre in the area, the Kanawha County Cemetery is an easy place to grab some Mothman Eggs, though there are only three clusters. A few Cultists are also skulking about. However, if approaching from the north, the eggs can be found in the first little hut with a Mothman statue inside. Thereās no need to investigate the rest of the area, though you can find Pastorās Vestments and a Grognak the Barbarian magazine inside the church.
Moth Home
Moth-Home in Fallout 76 is located in The Mire. If itās your first time here, youāll get a warning about toxic fumes and the need for a gas mask. However, Moth-Home is not located in a toxic area. The Mothman Eggs can be found in several clusters on the lower floors, but venturing higher will uncover a Scoutās Life 9 magazine and Suspenders and Slacks apparel.
Point Pleasant
One of the more obvious places to begin your Mothman Egg hunt in Fallout 76 is Point Pleasant, home to the Mothman Museum. Contrary to expectations, however, they wonāt be found in any of the buildings. When approaching from the east side of the town, fight your way across the bridge and then skirt around to the left along the water. Youāll find a Mothman shrine, a gaggle of Cultists, and several groupings of eggs. No need to delve further into Point Pleasant if thatās all youāre looking for, though there is some useful loot, a couple of recipes, and a Police Uniform and Hat sprinkled within.
What are Mothman Eggs used for in Fallout 76?
- Complete the daily challenge āCollect Mothman Eggsā
- Complete the daily challenge āSell Mothman Egg Omelette to an NPC vendorā
- Sell to a vendor for 2 Caps
- Eat raw for
- A chance to proc the Carnivore mutation, which grants double the benefit from eating meat with no chance of disease, but vegetables are no longer satisfying
- A chance to gain the following Perks:
- Good with Salt -Food in your inventory will spoil 30/60/90% slower
- Iron Stomach ā Increased Damage Resistance based on END while not diseased
- Lead Belly ā You take 30/60% less or no radiation from eating or drinking
- Slow Metabolizer ā All food satisfies hunger by an additional 25/50/75%
- Make a Mothman Egg Omelette for +2 CHA for 30 minutes
- Mothman Egg x1
- Wood x1
- Make Brain Bombs
- Brain Fungus x3
- Mothman Egg x2
- Purified Water x2
- Sugar Bombs x3
- Wood x1
Published: Dec 22, 2024 4:28 PM UTC