To make a Tek replicator in Ark: Survival Evolved, you will need a combination of resources and materials. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to obtain these items and craft the replicator:
1. Gather Element: Element is a crucial resource in Ark, and you will need 100 pieces of it to create a Tek replicator. Element can be obtained by defeating bosses in the game, such as the Dragon, Megapithecus, or Overseer. Each boss has a chance to drop Element upon defeat. Additionally, you can also find Element in the veins scattered throughout the Aberration and Genesis Part 1 maps.
2. Collect Metal Ingot or Scrap Metal Ingot: Metal ingots are a common resource in Ark and can be obtained by smelting metal ore in a refining forge or industrial forge. Scrap Metal Ingots can be obtained by using the Metal Ingot Converter in Genesis Part 2. You will need 5000 metal ingots or scrap metal ingots to craft the Tek replicator.
3. Acquire Crystal or Primal Crystal: Crystal is a resource found in caves or by mining crystal rocks scattered across the map. Primal Crystal can be obtained by defeating certain creatures, such as the Crystal Wyvern Queen or the Crystal Isles boss. You will need 600 pieces of crystal or primal crystal to create the Tek replicator.
4. Obtain Black Pearl: Black pearls are a rare resource in Ark and can be obtained by harvesting certain creatures, such as Trilobites, Eurypterids, or Deathworms. Alternatively, you can also find black pearls in underwater caves or by fishing with a high-quality fishing rod. You will need 150 black pearls to craft the Tek replicator.
5. Gather Polymer, Organic Polymer, or Corrupted Nodule: Polymer is a versatile resource that can be obtained by harvesting the corpses of certain creatures, such as Kairuku, Mantis, or Gacha. Organic polymer can be obtained by harvesting the corpses of organic creatures like Karkinos or Basilosaurus. Corrupted Nodules can be obtained by killing corrupted creatures in the Extinction map. You will need 800 pieces of polymer, organic polymer, or corrupted nodules to create the Tek replicator.
Once you have gathered all the necessary resources, you can proceed with crafting the Tek replicator at a Tek Replicator Terminal or a dedicated Tek Replicator structure. Interact with the terminal or structure, select the Tek replicator from the crafting menu, and initiate the crafting process. Make sure you have all the required resources in your inventory.
Crafting the Tek replicator will consume the specified amounts of Element, metal ingots or scrap metal ingots, crystal or primal crystal, black pearls, and polymer, organic polymer, or corrupted nodules. Once the crafting is complete, the Tek replicator will be available for use.
Having a Tek replicator in your possession opens up a range of advanced crafting options and allows you to create powerful Tek gear and structures. It is a valuable asset for any survivor looking to progress further in Ark: Survival Evolved.