Burrower Forbidden West

The Burrower: A Guide to the Reconnaissance Machine in Horizon Forbidden West

Introduction

The Burrower is a formidable machine in Horizon Forbidden West, designed by GAIA and produced by HEPHAESTUS. This Recon class machine is the first Aloy encounters in the game and can be found frequently throughout the Forbidden West.

Types of Burrowers

There are several variants of Burrowers in Horizon Forbidden West, each with unique abilities: *

• Plasma Shock Burrower: Fires plasma projectiles and can explode upon defeat.
• Frost Burrower: Shoots ice projectiles and can freeze targets.
• Fire Burrower: Spits fireballs and can create fire pits.
• Acid Burrower: Sprays corrosive acid that damages armor.
• Purgewater Burrower: Summons water jets and can create water hazards.
• Apex Burrower: A more powerful variant with enhanced abilities and increased aggression.

Locations

Burrowers can be found in various locations throughout the Forbidden West, including: *

• The Daunt
• The Barrens
• The Grove
• The Shining Wastes
• The Isle of Spires

Combat Strategies

When fighting Burrowers, consider the following strategies: *
• Use Ranged Attacks: Burrowers are vulnerable to ranged weapons, so stay at a distance and aim for their weak spots.
• Elemental Weaknesses: Each variant of Burrower has specific elemental weaknesses. Use the corresponding elemental weapons for maximum damage.
• Avoid Melee: Burrowers can burrow underground and ambush up close. Avoid melee combat unless necessary.
• Watch for Explosions: Plasma Shock Burrowers can explode upon defeat, so be prepared to dodge away.

The Burrower is a challenging but rewarding machine to defeat. By understanding its variants, locations, and combat strategies, you'll be well-equipped to face this formidable opponent in Horizon Forbidden West.