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The Weird Bolt is one of six legendary artifacts you can pick up in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Each one grants a set of unique buffs that far outclass standard artifacts. The problem with these exceptional artifacts is that they are confined to arch anomalies, hulking anomalies that dwarf the typical anomalies you’ll come across in both size and sheer ferocity. Finding and then grabbing legendary artifacts is no small feat. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to get the Weird Bolt artifact in Stalker 2.
Where to get the Weird Bolt in Stalker 2
To get the Weird Bolt, you’ll need to explore the Tornado anomalous area in the west of the Yaniv region, which is in the northwest corner of the Zone. The anomaly is roughly 400 meters west of the Yaniv Station camp. You’ll want to stock up on medkits and energy drinks before heading out as the Tornado packs a punch.
Aim for the top of the crane. Captured by VideoGamer
Head here to start climbing the crane. Captured by VideoGamer
When you get there, make a manual save to be safe, then make your way over to the west side of the area, avoiding the tornado’s path at all costs. You’ll see a large crane at the center of the compound that juts upwards, roughly in the middle of the tornado’s path. This is what we’re aiming for.
Hop onto the spindle. Captured by VideoGamer
Then onto this metal beam. Captured by VideoGamer
And onto the containers. Captured by VideoGamer
Shimmy up. Captured by VideoGamer
Run and jump across the gap. Captured by VideoGamer
Climb to the top of the crane. Captured by VideoGamer
Head to the north of the compound and you’ll spot several shipping containers at the base of the crane. Wait for the tornado to pass, then climb onto the large wooden wire spindle, then hop to the metal base of the crane, and onto the blue shipping container. Shimmy up the two containers just above, then run right and jump to the next set of containers at the base of the crane. It’s worth making another save at this point.
Climb to the top of the crane and wait for the tornado to pass. Heal as it’s about to hit. You’ll get knocked down. Get back on your feet and you’ll see the Weird Bolt artifact floating in the air. It flies by quite quickly so be prepared to spam F to grab it. Descend the crane, and get out of the area safely.
Weird Bolt stats
- As long as this bolt is charged and secured to your belt, it reduces damage from anomalies. It takes a lot of anomalous energy to recharge, though – far beyond what regular anomalies can offer.
Put simply, with Weird Bolt equipped you’ll take less damage from anomalies of all types. The catch is that the Weird Bolt needs to be charged, which you can do by visiting arch anomalies in anomalous areas just like the Tornado where you obtained the artifact.
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
- Platform(s): PC, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox Series X
- Genre(s): Action, Adventure, RPG, Shooter, Survival Horror
