Grassy Plateaus
Vast sandy plains covered in red grass. Good resource density but watch for ambush predators.
Quick Info
Overview
Grassy Plateaus unfurl as wide, open sandy plains carpeted in distinctive red grass. Sitting at a comfortable mid-depth band, the biome offers excellent visibility and strong resource density, with sandstone and shale outcrops spread across the flat seafloor. It is a productive place to farm Silver, Quartz, and the occasional rare Lithium.
The openness that makes harvesting easy also exposes you to ambush predators. Sandsharks bury themselves in the sand and erupt when prey wanders close, while Gasopods wander the plains and release damaging gas clouds when startled. Neither is instantly lethal, but both punish careless movement, so keep moving and watch the seabed for disturbed sand.
Wrecks scattered across the plateaus are the biome's headline attraction. They contain scannable fragments for mid-tier blueprints and reward methodical exploration. Bring a repair tool to fix any damage you take and an upgraded oxygen tank to make the most of each dive. The plateaus are a natural bridge between the Kelp Forest and the deeper Mushroom Forest, making them a key staging area for mid-game progression.
Resources Found Here
The flat seabed of the Grassy Plateaus is littered with sandstone and shale outcrops. Silver and Quartz are the reliable hauls here, with Lithium appearing rarely among the shale for players pushing into mid-game crafting.
Creatures Found Here
The plateaus host two notable hazards and a scattering of harmless fish. Sandsharks and Gasopods define the danger here, so learn their behaviour before settling in to harvest.
Exploration Tips
Watch for disturbed sand
Sandsharks telegraph their position with puffs of displaced sand. Circle around disturbed patches rather than swimming straight over them.
Give Gasopods space
Gasopods only react when approached. Keep a few meters of clearance and harvest away from their wandering path to avoid gas clouds.
Carry a repair tool
Predator hits and gas exposure chip away at your health and suit. A repair tool lets you patch up on the seafloor instead of aborting your dive.
Clear wrecks methodically
Plateau wrecks hold valuable fragments. Scan everything in one pass, then retreat to resupply rather than overextending your air.
Points of Interest
Wrecks
Several sizable wrecks rest on the plateau floor, each packed with scannable fragments for mid-tier blueprints. They are the biome's main draw for progressing players.
Red Grass Plains
The signature open plains themselves, an easy-to-navigate expanse where outcrops are visible at a distance, ideal for efficient mid-depth farming.
Map Locations
Grassy Plateaus border the Kelp Forest and stretch toward deeper biomes. Use the interactive map to locate wrecks, avoid Sandshark hotspots, and plan safe harvest loops across the plains.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What predators are in grassy plateaus?
Sandsharks and Gasopods. Sandsharks bury themselves in the sand and ambush prey that wanders too close, while Gasopods release damaging gas clouds when they feel threatened. Both are manageable if you stay alert and keep moving.
Is Lithium in grassy plateaus?
Yes, but rarely. Lithium can occasionally be found among the shale outcrops on the plateaus. For a reliable Lithium supply, the Mushroom Forest is a far better destination, so treat plateaus finds as a bonus rather than a farming spot.
How deep are grassy plateaus?
Grassy Plateaus span roughly 100 to 200m. An upgraded oxygen tank and fins make harvesting comfortable at these depths, and a repair tool is recommended since you will likely take some damage from predators or gas.
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