Far Cry Primal: How to Easily Clear and Claim Outposts

Know The Enemy Symbols

When scouting an enemy outpost with your owl, you’ll notice that symbols appear over your enemies’ heads much like they did in previous Far Cry games. Each of these will let you know what type of enemy that is.

• Horn – This enemy will summon more warriors if it spots you. Kill him/her before the horn is blown. Any enemies with the Horn symbol should be your primary targets.
• Diamond – This is your basic enemy, easy to take down, no armor, and will only pose a serious threat in large numbers.
• Spear Head – This enemy type uses spears and standard bows. It will ram you if you get too close, or attack from long range dealing heavy damage.
• Shield – This is a heavy enemy. They are not easy to take down, and will not succumb to a single head shot. Leave these guys for last if you don’t have the Heavy Takedown skill.
• Target – This is a sniper. They’ll normally be perched on a cliff or on top of a hut near the outskirts of the outpost. You can usually sneak up behind one or at least situate yourself for a head shot.
• Lightning Bolt – Crazed enemies. They will charge at you head on without a single care for the world. They go down easily, but can spell death if there’s more than one charging you.
• Bomb – Enemies with this symbol will throw a poison bomb if they’re Udan, or a fire bomb if they’re Izila. These have large areas of effect and can do serious damage. Plus these enemies have amazing throwing arms.
• Any of the Above, Only Yellow – Enemies with yellow symbols are elite. This basically means that they are armored and stronger.

Also keep an eye out for clothing. Any enemy type can wear a bone mask which prevents against simple head shots. You won’t come across many until much later but still look out for them. If you see one in an outpost, use either your owl or your pet to take him/her out.