Cultist Stronghold Events in 99 Nights in the Forest
Understanding the Cultist Threat
Every few nights, your camp will be besieged by waves of hostile Cultists. They will target your campfire, and if its flame is extinguished, you lose your only safe zone. Combat involves a mix of melee and ranged tools. Placing Bear Traps around your camp is a vital defensive strategy. For a full breakdown of all offensive and defensive gear, see our complete weapons and tools guide.
The organized cultists that attack players' camps add a human element to the forest's supernatural horror. But who are they, and what do they want?
Cultist Attack Patterns
Wave Progression
Cultist attacks follow a predictable pattern of increasing intensity. Early waves consist of basic cultists, while later waves include heavily armed elites and unique enemy types.
Timing and Frequency
Attacks typically occur every 3-5 nights, with the time between attacks decreasing as the game progresses. The intensity peaks during special events.
Target Prioritization
Cultists primarily target your campfire, followed by players, and then structures. Understanding this priority helps in defensive planning.
Stronghold Locations
Main Stronghold
The primary cultist base is located in the darkest part of the forest. It serves as the origin point for major attacks and contains valuable loot.
Outposts
Smaller cultist outposts are scattered throughout the map. These serve as staging areas for regular attacks and can be raided for resources.
Hidden Chambers
Deep within the forest are hidden cultist chambers that contain rare items and lore about the cult's origins and goals.
Defensive Strategies
Perimeter Defense
Place Bear Traps strategically around all entrances. Create multiple layers of traps to slow down advancing cultists.
Fire Protection
Keep your campfire well-fueled throughout the night. Position it in a central location with clear sightlines to all approaches.
Team Coordination
In multiplayer, assign specific roles to each player. Coordinate attacks and ensure someone is always monitoring the fire.
Advanced Tactics
Experienced players often lure cultists into kill zones or use environmental hazards to their advantage. Learning these advanced tactics can significantly improve your survival rate during major attacks.
Special Events and Bosses
The Cultist Leader
Periodically, a powerful cultist leader will appear during attacks. These bosses have unique abilities and drop rare loot when defeated. Recognizing and prioritizing these targets is crucial for survival.
Ritual Events
During certain nights, cultists will attempt to perform dark rituals. Interrupting these rituals can provide significant advantages and prevent dangerous curse effects.
Supply Raids
Cultists will occasionally target player storage areas. Protecting your resources during these events is essential for long-term survival.