99 Nights in the Forest: A Complete Guide to the Abandoned Structure

As you venture into the deeper, more dangerous parts of the forest in 99 Nights in the Forest, you may stumble upon a towering, concrete monolith teeming with both danger and incredible rewards: the Abandoned Structure.

This rare and formidable point of interest is one of the most challenging and lucrative locations in the game, a multi-level fortress that has been completely taken over by a powerful and well-armed contingent of Cultists.

Successfully clearing this high-risk, high-reward location is a true test of a survivor’s skill and preparation, but the spoils of victory are well worth the effort. This guide is your complete strategic walkthrough for conquering the Abandoned Structure.

We will cover how to find it, the essential preparations you’ll need to make, a step-by-step strategy for clearing the building floor by floor, and a detailed breakdown of the incredible loot that awaits you at the top.

Finding the Structure and Your Pre-Raid Loadout

Before you can even think about assaulting this concrete fortress, you first need to find it. Then, you must prepare for what will be one of the most intense firefights of your survival journey.

Locating the Structure

The Abandoned Structure is a rare point of interest, and it does not spawn in the starting areas of the map. It is only found in the deeper parts of the forest. This means that you will need to have significantly upgraded your campfire to at least level 5 or 6, expanding your map’s revealed radius, before you even have a chance of discovering one. It will appear on your map as a large, distinct building icon once you have explored the region it has spawned in.

Recommended Gear and Supplies

Attempting to clear the Abandoned Structure with low-tier gear is a suicide mission. This is a mid-to-late game challenge that demands proper preparation. Before you head out, make sure your inventory is stocked with the following:

• Weapons: A reliable ranged weapon is essential. The structure is home to two deadly Crossbow Cultists who can pin you down from upper levels. A Rifle or a Crossbow of your own is highly recommended to deal with them from a safe distance. For the four regular Cultists, a strong melee weapon like an Upgraded Axe or a Revolver for close-quarters combat is also a must.
• Armor: Do not attempt this raid without at least a full set of Iron Armor. Leather Armor will not provide enough protection against the sustained damage you are likely to take.
• Healing: A full stack of Bandages and several Medkits is non-negotiable. You will take damage during this assault, and the ability to heal quickly is critical.
• Food and Water: The fight can be long and intense. Make sure your hunger and thirst meters are completely full before you engage to ensure you have maximum health and stamina regeneration.
• Ammunition: If you are bringing a Revolver or Rifle, make sure you have a substantial supply of ammunition. You will be facing six tough enemies, and you do not want to run out of bullets mid-fight.

The Assault: A Floor-by-Floor Strategy

The Abandoned Structure is a 4-to-5 level concrete building with a unique and challenging layout. Your assault should be patient and methodical.

Step 1: Clear the Ground Floor

Your assault begins on the ground floor. This area typically contains a mix of valuable loot spawns and the first one or two regular Cultists. Do not rush in. Use the numerous concrete pillars and destroyed bits of wall as cover. Lure the Cultists to you one at a time if possible. Once the initial enemies are dealt with, take a moment to thoroughly loot the ground floor. You may find crucial healing items, ammunition, or even a weapon upgrade that could help you in the floors above.

Step 2: The Perilous Parkour Ascent

One of the unique challenges of this structure is its vertical layout. Many of the stairways leading to the upper floors are blocked off with debris. To ascend, you must use your parkour skills. You will need to find paths that allow you to jump across gaps to reach ladders on the other side of the structure.

Be extremely cautious during these platforming sections. The Crossbow Cultists on the upper floors may have a line of sight on you and will not hesitate to take potshots while you are mid-air. A well-timed arrow can not only deal significant damage but can also knock you off your path, potentially causing you to fall all the way back to the ground floor and take heavy fall damage. Move quickly and deliberately between cover as you make your ascent.

Step 3: Neutralize the High-Ground Threat

The two Crossbow Cultists are, without a doubt, the biggest threat in the entire structure. They will likely be positioned on the third or fourth floors, giving them a commanding high-ground advantage. Your number one priority as you ascend is to eliminate them.

Do not try to rush their position with a melee weapon. This is a recipe for disaster. Instead, find a piece of solid cover on a lower floor from which you can safely peek. Listen for their distinct audio cues to pinpoint their location. Once you have a line of sight, use your own ranged weapon to take them down. Be patient, take careful shots, and retreat back into cover after each one. Once both Crossbow Cultists are eliminated, the rest of the assault becomes significantly easier.

Step 4: Reaching the Summit and Claiming Your Prize

With the ranged threats neutralized, you can proceed to the upper floors to deal with the remaining regular Cultists. Once all six of the structure’s inhabitants have been defeated, you are free to claim the incredible loot at the top.

The Spoils of Victory: A Complete Loot Breakdown

The reason you brave the dangers of the Abandoned Structure is for the incredible concentration of high-tier loot it contains, making it one of the most rewarding locations in the game.

• The Grand Prize: Golden and Ruby Chests The main objective of your raid is the top floor. Here, you are guaranteed to find two Golden Chests, which contain some of the best weapons and gear in the game. Even more excitingly, there is a chance for one of these Golden Chests to be replaced by a legendary Ruby Chest, which has an even higher chance of containing top-tier loot.
• The Bonus Reward: The Cultist Gem As a final reward for your efforts, upon defeating the last of the six Cultists guarding the structure, you will be automatically rewarded with a Cultist Gem. These rare and valuable gems are essential for crafting the most powerful endgame items, such as teleporters.
• General Loot Table Throughout the rest of the building, you will find a wealth of other valuable resources and items. The structure is a guaranteed source of:
  • High-Tier Weapons: Revolvers and Rifles.
  • Ammunition: Revolver and Rifle ammo.
  • Armor: Leather and Iron Armor sets.
  • Supplies: Healing Items, Fuel Canisters, Oil Barrels, and even Cake.
  • Scrap: A variety of high-value scrap items, including Broken Microwaves and Old Car Engines.

The Abandoned Structure is a true test of a survivor’s preparation and combat skill. Come prepared, be patient and methodical in your ascent, and the incredible loot that awaits you at the top will be well worth the effort. Good luck, survivor!

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