{"id":36559,"date":"2023-09-06T11:03:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T09:03:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1884354"},"modified":"2023-09-06T14:57:43","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T12:57:43","slug":"starfield-mantis-quest-explained-solve-the-puzzle-get-legendary-ship-and-armour","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/starfield-mantis-quest-explained-solve-the-puzzle-get-legendary-ship-and-armour\/","title":{"rendered":"Starfield Mantis quest explained: Solve the puzzle, get legendary ship and armour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"> Bugged out by the Mantis quest? You&#8217;ve come to the right place. <\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Cole Luke\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Wednesday, 06 September 2023 at 09:03 AM<\/p><hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body> <p>Though players have only had the opportunity to play for a few days now, many wild and secret quests are being uncovered as they progress through the sci-fi space epic.<\/p>\n<p>To help you get some legendary loot early on, we have the Starfield Mantis quest explained with how to solve the puzzle, get a legendary ship and armour.<\/p>\n<p>The galaxy can be a dangerous place, so we\u2019ll take any help we can in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield<\/a> to better get through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-missions-list-main-story\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">many missions<\/a> on offer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-ships-designs-build\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building spaceships<\/a> can be expensive, too, so getting such a fancy craft for free is pretty ideal.<\/p>\n<p>If you want the best fighting chance to thrive and survive, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-tips-advice-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield top tips and tricks<\/a> \u2013 making sure that, in space, no one can hear your enemies scream.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re all here for the space bling, though, so read on to see just what awaits you in the Mantis quest!<\/p>\n<h2><b>How to get the Mantis quest in Starfield<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>To get the Mantis quest in Starfield, you need to just keep killing and looting Spacers until you find a datapad called <b>Secret Outpost!<\/b>\u00a0on one of them.<\/p>\n<p>Read the datapad and the quest will automatically be added, simply titled: MANTIS.<\/p>\n<p>A quest marker will appear, which you need to follow to the star system Denebola.<\/p>\n<p>A point of interest will be marked on the moon Denebola I-b. Land there and the rest of the quest will play out.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to go into the quest without knowing what lies ahead then stop reading, as there will be <b>spoilers<\/b> down below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more on Starfield:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield review<\/a> \u2013 our final verdict<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-missions-list-main-story\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield missions list<\/a> \u2013 how far are you?<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-tips-advice-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield tips and tricks<\/a> \u2013 how to get started<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-companion-romance-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield romance<\/a> \u2013 all potential relationships<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-character-customisation-options-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield character creation<\/a> \u2013 all your options explained<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-digipick-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield digipick<\/a> \u2013 how to lockpick<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/how-long-is-starfield-main-story\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How long is Starfield?<\/a> The hours you\u2019ll need<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-ps5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Will Starfield ever come to PS5?<\/a> Developer comments<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-pc-requirements-recommended-specs-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield cast<\/a> \u2013 all voice actors<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-companions-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield companions<\/a> \u2013 who to recruit<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-soundtrack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield soundtrack<\/a> \u2013 how to listen<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-storage-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield storage guide<\/a> \u2013 don\u2019t be overburdened<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-fov-switch-first-third-person-perspective\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield FOV \u2013 change your point of view<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-30fps-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield FPS<\/a> \u2013 developers explain 30fps<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-pc-requirements-recommended-specs-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield PC requirements<\/a> \u2013 specs needed<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-performance-stuttering-freezing-fixes-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield performance<\/a> \u2013 potential fixes<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-factions-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starfield factions<\/a> \u2013 all possible groups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>How to solve the Lair of the Mantis puzzle and complete the quest<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>As you blast your way down into the lair, be sure to loot everyone you kill, as some will be carrying journals that contain information about the Mantis quest.<\/p>\n<p>In one of these, Leo \u2013 the former owner of the lair \u2013 will note that his mother would repeat the phrase \u201csic semper tyrannis\u201d, which is Latin for \u201cthus always to tyrants\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><b>Tyrannis<\/b> is the keyword here, as you will eventually come to a puzzle with eight rows of letters. Getting it wrong will see the turrets open up and puncture you Swiss cheese-style fairly quickly.<\/p>\n<p>To proceed, walk on the letters <b>T-Y-R-A-N-N-I-S<\/b> to get through safely.<\/p>\n<p>Press the button on the other side and go through the gate, but turn to your right and you will find a locked door. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/starfield-digipick-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Digipick<\/a> the lock and you will be rewarded with a very good weapon.<\/p>\n<p>Past this, you will face off against a few robots in the main area of the lair before getting your grubby paws on the good loot.<\/p> <h2><b>What do you get for the Mantis quest line?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>For successfully seeing off the spacers, puzzles and robots, you will be rewarded with quite the collection of loot. On a mannequin is the Mantis spacesuit, helmet and boostpack.<\/p>\n<p>The Legendary traits are randomised, though, and if you save the game before you open the mannequin case, you can change the Mantis suits traits. Below are some of the traits it can have \u2013 but you may see more in game.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Mantis Spacesuit (three traits)<br\/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Chameleon<\/b> \u2013 Blend with the environment while sneaking and not moving<\/li>\n<li><b>Weapon Holsters<\/b> \u2013 Weapons weigh 50% less<\/li>\n<li><b>Repulsing<\/b> \u2013 5% chance to disarm nearby attackers<\/li>\n<li><b>Mirrored<\/b> \u2013 4% chance to reflect attacks<\/li>\n<li><b>Antiseptic<\/b> \u2013 +25 airborne resistance<\/li>\n<li><b>Combat Veteran<\/b> \u2013 -15% damage from Human enemies<\/li>\n<li><b>Sturdy <\/b>\u2013 -15% incoming melee damage<\/li>\n<li><b>Leadlined<\/b> \u2013 +25% Radiation Resistance<\/li>\n<li><b>Headhunter<\/b> \u2013 Deals +25% damage on the next attack after hitting a target\u2019s head<\/li>\n<li><b>Ablative<\/b> \u2013 -15% incoming Energy damage<\/li>\n<li><b>Mechanized<\/b> \u2013 +40 carry capacity<\/li>\n<li><b\/><b>Incendiary<\/b> \u2013 10% chance to ignite nearby attackers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Mantis Pack (three traits)<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Chameleon<\/b> \u2013 Blend with the environment while sneaking and not moving.<\/li>\n<li><b>Liquid cooled<\/b> \u2013 +25 thermal resistance. Armor-plated: -10% incoming physical, energy, and EM damage<\/li>\n<li><b>Galvanized<\/b> \u2013 +25% Corrosive resistance<\/li>\n<\/ul> <div class=\"brightcove embed\"> <div class=\"embed__intrinsic\"> <div class=\"brightcove__player vjs-playlist-player-container\"> <video data-video-id=\"6336188213112\" data-account=\"69912529001\" data-player=\"ByeOf0VZEl\" data-embed=\"default\" data-application-id=\"\" controls=\"\" class=\"video-js\"> <\/video> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<script src=\"\/\/players.brightcove.net\/69912529001\/ByeOf0VZEl_default\/index.min.js\"\/> <h3><b>Mantis Space Helmet<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>O2 Filter<\/b> \u2013 -25% oxygen consumption<\/li>\n<li><b>Hacker<\/b> \u2013 +2 max auto attempts that can be banked while hacking<\/li>\n<li><b>Sensor Chip<\/b> \u2013 +20 accuracy while firing on the move<\/li>\n<li><b>Technician<\/b> \u2013 -15% damage from Robot enemies<\/li>\n<li><b>Resource Hauler<\/b> \u2013 Resources weigh 25% less<\/li>\n<li><b>Reactive <\/b>\u2013 10% chance to stagger nearby attackers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There is also the Razorleaf ship ready for the taking. This legendary ship is decked out with all sorts of goodies, and is one of the few ships in the game that already has a Shielded Cargo bay preinstalled.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Razorleaf ship<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Class A ship<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Crew<\/b> \u2013 2<\/li>\n<li><b>Fuel<\/b> \u2013 148<\/li>\n<li><b>Hull<\/b> \u2013 469<\/li>\n<li><b>Cargo<\/b> \u2013 967<\/li>\n<li><b>Shielded capacity<\/b> \u2013 160<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That secret weapon we alluded to earlier has some juicy stats, too.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Med Theft Modified Auto-Rivet<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Ammo<\/b> \u2013 Rivet<\/li>\n<li><b>Mag<\/b> \u2013 20<\/li>\n<li><b>Fire Rate<\/b> \u2013 18<\/li>\n<li><b>Range<\/b> \u2013 20<\/li>\n<li><b>Accuracy<\/b> \u2013 67.9%<\/li>\n<li><b>Mass<\/b> \u2013 6.50<\/li>\n<li><b>Mods<\/b> \u2013 3 out of 4\n<ul>\n<li><b>Laser Sight<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Shielded Tool Grip<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Hair Trigger<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Subscribe to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/gaming-newsletter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free Gaming Newsletter<\/a> for weekly insights, and <strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RadioTimesGames\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">follow us on Twitter<\/a> for all the latest updates.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for something to watch? 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