How To Increase Thrall Tame Speed

Okay, let's talk about taming thralls in Conan Exiles. Think of it like this: you're trying to convince your cat to finally use the scratching post instead of your favorite couch. Some cats are easy – a little catnip, and BAM! Problem solved. Others? Forget about it. You're in for a long, frustrating battle.

Taming thralls is kinda the same. Except instead of catnip, you've got… gruel. And instead of a scratching post, you've got a torture rack. Okay, maybe that analogy got a little dark. But you get the picture!

The Basics: What You'll Need

First things first, you need the right equipment. This isn't some backyard operation. You're building a full-blown… well, a wheel of pain. Let's break it down:

• The Wheel of Pain: Your main taming station. Bigger wheels are faster, naturally. Think of it like having a bigger oven – more space to bake those thralls!
• Thralls to Tame: Duh. Go out there and knock some sense (or at least consciousness) into them.
• Food: This is your catnip. Different foods have different effects. We'll get to that in a sec.

The Secret Sauce: What to Feed 'Em

Okay, so here's where things get interesting. The food you feed your potential thralls dramatically affects how long they take to "persuade." Think of it as offering them different types of job benefits. Gruel? That's like offering minimum wage and a dental plan that covers… well, nothing. Not very enticing, right?

Here's a quick rundown of the good stuff:

• Gruel: The basic. It works, but it's slow. Like watching paint dry.
• Spiced Gruel: A little faster. Consider it a slight raise and maybe a pizza party once a year.
• Roasted Haunch: Now we're talking. This is like a decent salary and some actual perks. Speed increases noticeably.
• Ferverent Flesh: For religion thralls. Delicious (probably) human flesh for your religious converts.
• Savory Feast: The king daddy of thrall food for the general population. The very best quality.

The higher quality food drastically decreases the amount of time needed. Seriously, it's worth the effort to get your hands on the good stuff.

The "Coffee Break" Method: Optimize Your Wheel

Think of your Wheel of Pain as a tiny office. You want to create an efficient work environment, right? Here's how:

• Placeables Bonuses: Some placeables buff the wheel. The higher level the crafter that made the placeables, the better!

Thrall Types and Taming Times: Not All Thralls Are Created Equal

Just like some cats are naturally stubborn, some thralls are harder to tame than others. A level one fighter? Probably gonna be a walk in the park. A named crafter? Buckle up, buttercup, you're in for a long haul.

Generally, the higher the tier (Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Named), the longer it takes. So, don't be surprised if that legendary blacksmith takes what feels like an eternity.

Avoiding the “Thrall-ustrations”: Common Mistakes to Avoid

We've all been there. You start taming a thrall, get distracted by a giant spider attack (because, Conan), and come back to find… nothing. Here are some common pitfalls:

• Running out of food: Seriously, don't be that guy. Keep that wheel stocked! It's like forgetting to feed your Tamagotchi – only way more gruesome.
• Leaving the area: The wheel needs you to be nearby. Think of it as needing your emotional support. Okay, maybe not. But you get the idea. Stay close!
• Getting raided: Nothing ruins a good taming session like a bunch of hyperboreans smashing your base. Defense is key!

So there you have it! Taming thralls, demystified. Now go forth, conquer, and maybe invest in a good scratching post for your own sanity.