In the ever-evolving world of Once Human, Prime Wars stand tall as the ultimate test of cooperative PvE prowess. These are not your run-of-the-mill events; they are large-scale, server-wide battles where strategy and teamwork are the name of the game. Forget going solo—this is where the community bands together to face down monstrous Original Entity (OE) Kin bosses. It's the real deal, a true make-or-break moment that separates the casual survivors from the legendary defenders.

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What Exactly Is a Prime War?

At its core, a Prime War is a tiered, instanced PvE event visible on your map, marked by a shimmering stardust shield. Think of it as the game's premier raid content, but with a survival twist. Players must first complete lower difficulties to unlock access to harder ones, with the progression going from Easy to Hard, Pro, and the ultimate challenge: Nightmare. Each war follows a consistent four-phase structure, culminating in an epic boss showdown. The primary goal? Protect the Staroid Restrainer at all costs while racking up enough points to claim all the juicy rewards. No cap, succeeding here feels absolutely legendary.

Scoring Big: The Four Pillars of Prime War Points

To truly "complete" a Prime War and snag all three reward chests plus a bonus stash of Starchrom, you need to understand the scoring system. It's not just about DPS; it's a multifaceted approach.

  1. Silver Plague Vanquisher 🎯: This is often the make-or-break category. You gotta have Gatling Turrets, preferably Tier 2, to break the OE Kin's formidable shield. Without them, the war is pretty much doomed from the start. Loading these turrets with Biomass Missiles or Red Plasma Rounds is non-negotiable.

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  2. Monster Elimination 💀: Once that silver shield is down, it's time to go ham. Unleash your best weapons and Deviations on the boss and its minions. But be warned: if your team's DPS isn't on point, the OE Kin will regenerate its shield faster than you can say "reload," forcing you back to square one with the turrets.

  3. Defense Structures 🧱: Points here are earned passively as your placed structures take a beating. The meta is to build a fortress around the Staroid Restrainer using foundations, walls, and fencing. A pro-tip? You can also place strategic obstacles near the boss spawn to slow its advance. But for the love of all that's holy, don't spam fences on the spawn point. It causes major lag and is a surefire way to get side-eyed by the entire server.

  4. Team Support 🩹: The easiest 300 points you'll ever earn, hands down. Before the boss even spawns, you can down yourself with fall damage or a grenade and then use an Activator or Adrenaline Shot to heal up. Rinse and repeat. It's a bit of a cheeky strat, but it gets the job done and contributes to the team's total.

Gearing Up: Finding and Starting the Fight

It all begins at the Staroid Restrainer. One brave soul must pony up the required Staroids (earned from quests and commissions) to activate the event.

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Once activated, a five-minute timer starts. This is your golden window to:

  • Teleport to the location.

  • Scope out the boss spawn (a distinct silvery liquid puddle).

  • Place your defenses and turrets (but not too close to the spawn!).

  • Buff up with food and drinks.

  • Coordinate with your squad via chat.

In 2025, communication is key. These wars instance players from across servers, up to a max of 40. Use global chat to rally the troops and set a start time. It's a whole vibe when everyone is locked in and ready.

Boss Mechanics: More Than Just a Bullet Sponge

Each OE Kin boss is a unique threat. The fight isn't just about unloading ammo; it requires observation and adaptation.

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Here's the crucial phase many newcomers miss: when the boss's health gets critically low, it will become immune to damage and prepare its Final Assault. Hold your fire! You must complete specific conditions during this phase (which vary by boss) before you can finish it off. Blasting away during immunity is a total waste of resources.

Pro-Tips & Meta Strategies for 2025

To truly excel in Prime Wars, you need to think like a veteran. Here's the inside scoop:

Do's Don'ts
✅ Bring at least 2-3 Tier 2 Gatling Turrets. ❌ Spam low-tier fences everywhere.
✅ Craft Biomass Missiles (cost-effective) or Red Plasma Rounds (high damage). ❌ Stand directly under the boss.
✅ Pre-build turrets at your base and demolish them to carry the mats. ❌ Ignore the team's call to focus fire.
✅ Communicate and coordinate start times in chat. ❌ Start the timer without checking if enough players are online.

  • Ammo Choice: Biomass Missiles are generally cheaper if you have a steady fuel supply. Red Plasma Rounds pack a bigger punch but expire after 24 hours and require a specific memetic. Choose based on your resource pipeline.

  • Lag Management: Too many players on turrets (more than 8) or excessive structure spam can cause severe lag, making missiles miss their mark. Efficiency beats sheer volume every time.

  • Community Spirit: The Once Human community in 2025 is generally awesome. Veterans often help newcomers by dropping spare turrets, ammo, and advice. Don't be afraid to ask for help or offer your own supplies.

Conclusion: The Reward is Worth the Fight

Prime Wars are the epitome of Once Human's endgame PvE. They're challenging, demand cooperation, and test every aspect of your survival skills. The first few attempts might feel overwhelming, but stick with it. The thrill of bringing down a Nightmare-difficulty OE Kin with 39 other players, the shower of high-tier loot, and the sense of server-wide achievement is absolutely unmatched. So gear up, squad up, and get ready for war. You've got this! 🤘

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