Skip to content
NEW ENEMY (14)
Gears of War 3

NEW ENEMY (14)

Learn how to defeat the aggressive Lambent Humans in Gears of War 3. This guide covers strategies, recommended weapons like the Scorcher and Retro Lancer, and enemy pack tactics.

By ···10 min read·Multi-source verified
1 reading this guide  

Learn how to defeat the aggressive Lambent Humans in Gears of War 3. This guide covers strategies, recommended weapons like the Scorcher and Retro Lancer, and enemy pack tactics.

Lambent Humans are a new threat in Gears of War 3, infected by Imulsion. While individually easy to kill, they appear in large, aggressive packs, posing a significant danger to human survivors.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    In tight areas, use the Scorcher to slow down and damage bunched-up Lambent Humans.
  2. 2
    If you run out of Scorcher ammo, pick up a Gnasher.
  3. 3
    After clearing a sewer section, turn a valve to drop a ramp.
  4. 4
    Outside, use a Vulcan Cannon on waves of Lambent Humans.
  5. 5
    Switch to a Lancer for remaining enemies that hop over sandbags.
  6. 6
    After defeating them, stranded will lower ladders; a Retro Lancer is available on the balcony.
  7. 7
    In Chapter 5, the Retro Lancer is recommended for its power and wide spread against Lambent Humans.
  8. 8
    An infinite supply of Retro Lancer and Hammerburst ammo is located to the right of a door.
  9. 9
    Proceed to the church to find the fuel pump.
  10. 10
    After a cutscene in the church, prepare for another wave of Lambent Humans.
  11. 11
    To regroup at the Gas Station, go inside the building where the first group of Lambent Humans emerged.
  12. 12
    Melee or chainsaw boards to the left to exit.
  13. 13
    Go down the path to the right and use the elevator to return to the imulsion station.
  14. 14
    Prepare for a large fight with Locusts, Boomers, and Lambent Humans after regrouping with Dizzy and Jace.
  15. 15
    Watch your back for enemies climbing up.
  16. 16
    Lambent Humans and Drones will appear behind you after about 3 minutes of fighting normal Drones and Boomers. Use the Retro Lancer if available.
  17. 17
    In Chapter 1, ash bodies are remnants of people caught in Hammer strikes.
  18. 18
    To get an achievement and potentially unlock a secret weapon stash, avoid destroying any ash bodies.
  19. 19
    Be aware of polyps released by a mysterious stranger; aim at the ground to avoid hitting ash bodies.
  20. 20
    When encountering a building, take cover from stranded firing from hidden turrets.
  21. 21
    A Lambent Stalk, Drudge, and Lambent Drones will spawn; defeat them.
  22. 22
    Follow your attacker to Griffin's office.
  23. 23
    If you avoided all ash bodies, a cell door on the right of the hallway will open, containing unlimited Torque Bow, Boomshot, and Incendiary grenade ammo, plus a chicken statue.
Tips
  • The Scorcher is effective for its slowing effect and area damage when enemies are bunched up.
  • The Retro Lancer is highly effective due to its power and wide spread, especially against groups.
  • Always watch your back for enemies attempting to flank or climb to your position.
  • In Chapter 1, avoiding the destruction of ash bodies is key to unlocking an achievement and a secret weapon stash.

100% Human-Written. AI Fact-Checked. Community Verified. Learn how AntMag verifies content