In Lethal Company, various monsters pose unique threats with their one-hit kill capabilities. When faced with a Forest Giant on your ship, running may not be an option, leaving players to find ways to counteract the impending dangers. All the creatures in Lethal Company possess their distinct challenges to overcome.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to handle every monster in Lethal Company.

Lethal Company Monsters: Strategies and Tactics

The creatures in Lethal Company are classified into two primary types: Facility Monsters and Outdoor Monsters. Here’s a brief overview of how they differ:

• Facility Monsters: These creatures exclusively appear within the Facilities. Many can be stunned or eliminated using tools like a Shovel, Stop Sign, or Shotgun ammo. The number of strikes required to defeat each varies. It’s crucial to utilize Shovels and Pro-Flashlights for navigating and surviving clashes within the Facility, where monsters maneuver through ventilation systems.
• Outdoor Monsters: Most of these can be encountered after 5 PM, with some spawning unexpectedly during the day, such as the Baboon Hawk, Earth Leviathan, and Old Bird. Using TZP-Inhalants is advised to avoid confrontations while staying close to your team and checking weather reports to navigate hazards (e.g., Stormy and Flooded conditions).

Now, let’s explore each of the monsters you may encounter along with strategies to survive their attacks.

Managing Lethal Company’s Facility Monsters

Spore Lizard

• Hostility: Low
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

Spore Lizards are non-threatening unless disturbed. If irritated, they release purple smoke that obstructs vision. While they can bite, the damage is minimal. They are only dangerous in critical situations when their smoke may lead to accidents.

Survival Tips

Do not approach the Spore Lizard to avoid scaring it. Following them can help navigate the Facility safely as they are unlikely to lead you into peril.

Hoarding Bug

• Hostility: Low to Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Three
• Shotgun bullets: One

Overview

The Hoarding Bug trails players as it searches for loot. If provoked, it can become aggressive, particularly if you attempt to reclaim stolen items. It can appear in two phases: casually wandering while searching for loot, or aggressively attacking.

Survival Tips

Use a Shovel when confronted with an aggressive Hoarding Bug. To minimize their aggression, move any loot you find towards the main entrance and leave it outside.

Snare Flea

• Hostility: Low
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Three
• Shotgun bullets: One

Overview

Snare Fleas lurk on ceilings and attach themselves to players walking beneath them, causing temporary vision and audio impairment. They can only be dislodged using a Shovel.

Survival Tips

Utilize your scan to find Snare Fleas. Approach cautiously and try to coax them down to the ground before striking them. Alert teammates if you get caught, as they may help you get rid of the flea.

Bunker Spider

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Five
• Shotgun bullets: One to three

Overview

The Bunker Spider waits for players to step on its webs. Since it relies on sound to locate its prey, it does not attack until provoked.

Survival Tips

Backpedal while attacking the Bunker Spider to stay safe. Use your environment to navigate around it and keep your distance.

Butler

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Two to eight
• Shotgun bullets: One to four

Overview

The Butler often pairs with a companion. If alone, it shifts to a more aggressive mode, capable of attacking ferociously. Its health is low, but do not underestimate its threat level.

Survival Tips

Keeping a safe distance can minimize the risk of a weapon change. Stick together with teammates to avoid provoking the Butler.

Nutcracker

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Five
• Shotgun bullets: One to three

Overview

Nutcrackers patrol the map seeking targets. They carry a shotgun which can eliminate players quickly if they get too close.

Survival Tips

Generate cover when facing a Nutcracker, attacking only when it reloads. Ensure you’re in an open area where you can also escape quickly.

Masked Mimic

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Four
• Shotgun bullets: One to two

Overview

The Masked Mimic appears in two forms: as physical masks or as a roaming Mimic that poses dangers to players. Wearing a Tragedy Mask can result in a transformation into a Mimic.

Survival Tips

Keep your distance from the Masked Mimic and engage only if equipped to handle it. Avoid close encounters when it’s in active pursuit.

Hygrodere

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

An amorphous creature that moves slowly, it poses a risk if players stumble into its mass.

Survival Tips

Evade the Hygrodere by directing it towards areas where you can jump over it or find alternative paths.

Thumper

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Four
• Shotgun bullets: One to two

Overview

The Thumper can detect movement, making it a persistent threat as it actively hunts down players.

Survival Tips

Flee immediately upon spotting a Thumper, and avoid open spaces. Discard heavy items to facilitate a quick escape.

Coil-Head

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

The Coil-Head is quick and can move freely when not in view, making it challenging to combat effectively.

Survival Tips

Assign one teammate to keep their gaze on the Coil-Head while others navigate the area. Using the Radar Booster can give temporary relief.

Barber

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

The Barber’s attack pattern involves moving directly towards its targets, making it crucial to avoid proximity.

Survival Tips

Listen for its distinct sound to gauge its approach, and avoid areas where it’s known to appear.

Maneater

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Five

Overview

The Maneater has a two-phase existence, being harmless in its youth but a fierce predator when matured.

Survival Tips

Keep it entertained during its baby phase, avoiding any transformations that lead to aggression.

Ghost Girl

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

This entity targets one player at a time, moving in silently for the kill.

Survival Tips

If targeted, position yourself against a wall to prevent the Ghost Girl from closing in.

Bracken

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Three to five
• Shotgun bullets: One to two

Overview

The Bracken is a cunning predator that attacks without hesitation when given the opportunity.

Survival Tips

Glimpse at the Bracken for a short duration to prevent it from attacking. Use team tactics to maximize your chances of survival.

Jester

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

The Jester can escalate from seemingly playful to deadly in moments, targeting employees unexpectedly.

Survival Tips

Leave the Facility to reset the Jester’s wind-up time and avoid unnecessary danger.

Countering Outdoor Monsters in Lethal Company

Manticoil

• Hostility: Harmless
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: One

Overview

Manticoils are harmless, often providing no danger to players.

Roaming Locusts

• Hostility: Harmless
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

Roaming Locusts do not present a threat to players.

Tulip Snake

• Hostility: Low
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: One
• Shotgun bullets: One

Overview

Tulip Snakes can lift you from the ground, posing a hazard if too many grab hold.

Survival Tips

Remain still if you are grabbed to avoid further complications.

Baboon Hawk

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Four
• Shotgun bullets: One to two

Overview

Baboon Hawks hunt for prey, becoming aggressive if approached alone.

Survival Tips

Drop your loot and team up to deter Baboon Hawks; they are less likely to attack when players stick together.

Kidnapper Fox

• Hostility: Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Seven
• Shotgun bullets: Two to four

Overview

This creature lies in ambush near Vain Shrouds, using its tongue to capture players.

Survival Tips

Avoid areas with Vain Shrouds to sidestep the Kidnapper Fox’s traps.

Giant Sapsucker

• Hostility: Low to Medium
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: TBD
• Shotgun bullets: TBD

Overview

The Giant Sapsucker will react defensively if its territory is invaded or its eggs are threatened.

Survival Tips

Maintain distance from the Sapsucker’s nesting area to avoid provoking it.

Circuit Bees

• Hostility: Low to Medium
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

Circuit Bees pose little threat unless disturbed, at which point they will attack.

Survival Tips

Be cautious and prepared if you decide to collect honey from their hive. Utilize teamwork to ensure safe retrieval.

Eyeless Dog

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Twelve
• Shotgun bullets: Three to six

Overview

Eyeless Dogs listen intently for player movement and can enter the ship, making them particularly dangerous.

Survival Tips

Stay quiet and crouched to minimize the chance of being detected.

Forest Giant

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: Yes
• Shovel hits: Thirty-eight

Overview

The Forest Giant is a formidable opponent due to its ability to spot players from a distance.

Survival Tips

Utilize trees for cover and employ TZP Inhalants to escape. If caught, use the Zap Gun and Stun Grenade to free yourself or teammates.

Earth Leviathan

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

The Earth Leviathan can only attack when players are directly above, so remaining mobile is critical.

Survival Tips

Monitor signs of its presence through ground tremors. Alert teammates using communication tools to warn them of danger.

Old Bird

• Hostility: High
• Can it be killed: No

Overview

The Old Bird combines aggressive flying and weaponry, presenting a significant threat in combat.

Survival Tips

Utilize Jetpacks or TZP Inhalants to steer clear of the Old Bird’s lethal range while conducting your objectives.