Last updated: Exalt Version 2.1.0.0 (Oct 2021) |
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The Forest Maze drops from Forest Nymphs, Mages, Elf Wizards, Bunnies, and Sandsman Kings which can be found in the lowlands.
Dwarf Kings and Drake Babies can also drop a portal and are found in the midlands.
The Forest Maze Key (
) can also be purchased in the Nexus for 50 
.
Seed Sprouts give a 5 second 
Speedy status effect boost, which is great for rushing dungeons and dodging shots. They’re dropped by every enemy in the dungeon. And if you’re lucky you could even sell them!
Weapons and armor up to T5 and T6 respectively can be found here, which can be an upgrade for your current gear and could prove useful if you’re new. Also, the boss drops common eggs, so if you don’t have a pet yet this is an easy place to get an egg!
The Boss of this dungeon drops two beginner UTs: the Bramble Bow and Cocoon Quiver. These are great early game archer gear, the bow fires three shots and has a DPS between a T6 and T8 bow, but it has a slightly higher arc gap and it’s shots are wavy. The quiver is able to inflict 
Paralyzed, which is not seen until a T3 quiver and fires two shots, making it easier to hit an enemy.
Rushing this dungeon is only prevented by the confusing moths and mazelike format. The minions pose minimal threat, excluding the Ultimate Squirrels. Clearing out every room is largely unnecessary for characters with any decent armor. If you have too much trouble with the mazelike patterns, walk against the right wall and do not step away from it or turn around. Remember, the minimap is your best friend.
The Forest Goblin, Forest Goblin Mage, and Armored Squirrel seen above are pretty lame, and can be ignored if you have any decent armor. Just don’t let the goblins get too many sword hits on you, as they can deal considerable damage if you are unprepared. And always stay aware of your HP.
The Mini Megamoths inflict 
Confused, which can actually confuse someone new to the game. They’re a bit annoying when rushing, and don’t give any EXP. Also, make sure you don’t hit one of these guys’ bullets if you’re a lower level and don’t have decent armor during the boss battle, or it could cause serious or even fatal damage if it confuses you into the boss.
Ultimate Squirrels are the most dangerous non-boss enemies with a 35-damage shotgun which causes you to get 
Stunned for 1.4 seconds. They are not very common, and only spawn in a fraction of the rooms.
Mama Megamoth will quickly charge towards players upon spotting them. After charging to their position, she will pause for a moment before charging again. She leaves behind a trail of Stunning Moth Dust as she moves and spawning Mini Megamoths as the fight goes on.
When she’s damaged enough she will retreat to the center of the room and start circling in place, leaving behind moth dust. She spawns two groups of Mini Megamoths, one which circle herself and one which chases the players. She will stay 
Invulnerable until all Mini Megamoths are killed.
After this Mama Megamoth flashes red and releases an unavoidable Stunning nova, before chasing players down with 4-way shotguns of confuse bullets while leaving behind moth dust.
Ranged classes can stay back and easily snipe her down and melees can stand near the edge and maul her. The fight only gets dangerous if you get trapped, start circling, and get confused. To avoid walking into the mass of drifting shots, remember to always circle left. This trail can spell your doom if you are leveling.
The Forest Maze is an easy, beginner friendly dungeon that has the potential to drop two early-game UTs along with other early-game equipment, which will help players through the low- and midlands. It also helps new players get familiar with the confused debuff, which it will come across a lot more in other parts of the game.
