How do you craft the Legendary Animal Map in RDR2?
In Red Dead Redemption 2, the Legendary Animal Map is not something you craft but rather a tool you unlock and use to locate legendary animals. The map becomes available after completing the mission ''Exit Pursued by a Bruised Ego'' in Chapter 2, where Hosea introduces you to hunting legendary animals. During this mission, Hosea gives you the Legendary Animal Map, which marks the general locations of legendary animals across the game world.\n\nTo use the Legendary Animal Map effectively, open your satchel and navigate to the Documents section. The map will display icons of legendary animals in specific regions, such as the Legendary Buck in Big Valley or the Legendary Bear in Grizzlies East. Each icon represents a legendary animal you can hunt, but the exact location within the region requires exploration and tracking.\n\nBefore hunting a legendary animal, ensure you are well-prepared. Equip a high-powered rifle like the Rolling Block Rifle or a bow with improved arrows for clean kills. Stock up on health tonics, stamina tonics, and predator bait to increase your chances of success. Legendary animals are tougher and more aggressive than regular animals, so being prepared is crucial.\n\nWhen you arrive at the marked region, use Eagle Eye to locate clues such as tracks, fur, or droppings. Follow these clues to narrow down the animal''s location. Be patient, as some legendary animals may require multiple clues to track. Once you find the animal, approach cautiously and aim for a clean shot to avoid damaging the pelt.\n\nAfter successfully hunting a legendary animal, take the pelt to a Trapper to craft unique outfits and gear. The Trapper can be found in specific locations like Saint Denis, Riggs Station, or near Strawberry. Additionally, sell the animal parts to a Fence to craft trinkets and talismans that provide permanent buffs, such as increased health or stamina.\n\nCommon challenges include losing the animal''s trail or being attacked by predators in the area. If you lose the trail, return to the last clue and use Eagle Eye again to reorient yourself. To avoid predators, stay alert and use Dead Eye to take them down quickly. If the legendary animal escapes, it will respawn after a few in-game days, so don''t worry about missing your chance.\n\nFor new players, focus on hunting the Legendary Buck first, as its trinket increases the quality of pelts from regular animals. Experienced players can tackle more challenging legendary animals like the Legendary Panther or Legendary Moose for rare crafting materials. Always save your game before hunting in case something goes wrong.\n\nIn summary, the Legendary Animal Map is a key tool for locating and hunting legendary animals in RDR2. Use it in conjunction with Eagle Eye, proper weapons, and preparation to successfully hunt these rare creatures. Visit the Trapper and Fence to make the most of your hard-earned pelts and parts, and enjoy the unique rewards that come with mastering this aspect of the game.