The Scavenger, a prominent adversary within the universe of Helldivers 2, stands as a symbol of the relentless battle against the forces that seek to quench the flames of liberty. Characterized by its lack of cognitive functions, the Scavenger exemplifies the lower echelons of the Terminid enemies. Despite its limited intelligence, the Scavenger poses a unique threat on the battlefield through its ability to alert nearby Terminid creatures upon encountering Helldivers, the champions of freedom, with a high-pitched scream designed to amass a destructive force against the agents of liberty.
Variations of the Scavenger
Basic Scavenger
The Basic Scavenger is encountered across all levels of difficulty in Helldivers 2, representing the foundational threat of the Terminid forces. Although it is armed only with rudimentary claw attacks, underestimating its potential, especially in large groups, can be fatal. A swarm of these creatures can overwhelm an unsuspecting Helldiver within moments, delivering a lethal barrage of hits in mere seconds.
Bile Spitter
The Bile Spitter variant of the Scavenger stands as a juvenile stage of the Bile Spewer, marking its presence from easy difficulty levels and onward. It retains the basic claw attack and adds a short-range bile spit to its arsenal. This noxious spit is strategically utilized to slow down Helldivers, greatly hindering their escape and making them vulnerable to encirclement by the swarm. Bile Spitters are also known to accompany Nursing Spewers and emerge from Bile Spewer portals in groups, amplifying their threat level significantly.
The Hopper
Resembling the early developmental phase of a Hunter, the Hopper variant introduces a heightened threat through its remarkable jumping ability, enabling it to cover vast distances swiftly. Found from easy to higher difficulties, Hoppers often attack in packs. Despite their agility and enhanced movement, they are generally considered manageable when encountered in moderate numbers.
Tactics Against Scavengers
Scavengers, with their rapid movement and swarm tactics, are a common sight on planets embroiled in bug missions. Their critical role in Terminid warfare involves drawing more formidable Terminid forces towards Helldivers through their screams. While their presence signifies impending danger, their relatively low health makes them susceptible to a swift elimination using a variety of weaponry.
For effectively dispatching these creatures, weapons such as the Stalwart or Liberator assault rifles are especially potent. These firearms combine the necessary firepower and rate of fire to quickly cut through the numbers of Scavengers, making them ideal choices for Helldivers looking to maintain their ground against the invading swarms.
