Grazer

Learn how to take down the swift Grazer machine in Horizon Forbidden West. Discover its weaknesses, attack patterns, and the best strategies to farm valuable resources like Blaze.

Alright, let's talk about the Grazer in Horizon Forbidden West. These guys are pretty common and, honestly, not too much of a threat on their own. They're mostly interested in digging up resources to make biofuel, and they're quick to bolt when things get hairy. However, they can get feisty if they need to cover their buddies' escape, so don't underestimate them completely!

Grazer Stats & Weaknesses:

• Level: 8
• Type: Acquisition
• Cauldron: MU Cauldron
• Weak to: Shock
• Resistant to: Acid

The Grazer is kind of like a smaller, faster Fanghorn. They're usually pretty passive, but they can surprise you with a quick attack. Their move set isn't huge, which is good news for you. The main challenge with Grazers is that they often hang out with more dangerous machines, like Clawstriders in the Plainsong area. Keep an eye out for those tougher allies!

Grazer Attacks:

When a Grazer gets up close, it might try to kick you with its front legs or headbutt you. If it's further away, it'll wind up for a charging attack with its horns. Here's a pro-tip: if you manage to destroy both of its Rotor Horns, that charging attack is completely taken off the table! That's a huge advantage.

Farming Blaze:

Grazers have four Blaze Canisters on their backs. These are super easy targets, and destroying them is a great way to get Blaze. If you've got Fire Arrows, just hitting one of these canisters will cause a satisfying explosion, netting you extra Blaze. They're perfect for farming this resource if you're running low.

Loot Drops:

After you take down a Grazer, you can loot its body for:

• Blaze (100%)
• Metal Shards (100%)
• Grazer Circulator (31%)
• Machine Muscle (31%)
• Grazer Primary Nerve (20%)
• Small Machine Core (17%)
• Braided Wire (11%)
• Metal Bone (10%)
• Sturdy Hardplate (5%)

Don't forget to aim for the Rotor Horns on its head. You can shoot these off for a guaranteed drop of a Grazer Rotor Horn (100% drop chance). And remember those Blaze Canisters on its back? Looting them also gives you Blaze (100% drop chance).