In *Fallout 76*, a new questline invites players to experience life from the perspective of a Ghoul, a unique opportunity that comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. If you're contemplating whether to take the plunge and become a Ghoul, here's a detailed look at what you can expect.

How to Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To embark on this transformative journey, you need to be at least level 50 and accept the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you're on board, you'll head to the Savage Divide to meet characters who will guide you through the process of becoming a Ghoul. It's a straightforward process, but it's essential to weigh the pros and cons before making your decision.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Becoming a Ghoul unlocks new abilities like Feral and Glow, which can significantly enhance your gameplay. With the Feral ability, your meter starts at 100% and decreases over time. You can replenish it by consuming Chems, and here's how the Feral meter affects your stats:

• Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
• Above 60%: +15 Max HP
• Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
• Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
• At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, -300% Hip-fire Gun Accuracy & V.A.T.S. Accuracy

The Glow ability increases your maximum health and allows you to heal from damage taken. To activate it, engage in activities typically considered harmful, such as consuming spoiled food or exploring irradiated areas.

As a Ghoul, you gain access to exclusive Perk cards that complement your existing human Perk cards, offering significant upgrades. Additionally, you're immune to diseases and don't need to worry about regular food while exploring.

Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, the path of a Ghoul isn't without its challenges. Engaging in the "Leap of Faith" questline may put you at odds with certain factions, complicating your gameplay and potentially preventing you from completing certain quests. Additionally, your Charisma takes a hit, making social interactions less enjoyable.

Fortunately, *Fallout 76* offers solutions to these issues. A new NPC, Jaye Vo, introduced in the "Leap of Faith" questline, provides disguises that allow you to continue with missions and avoid unnecessary conflicts.

Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

Despite the drawbacks, the advantages of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76* are compelling. The unique abilities and perks make it an enticing option. If you later decide to revert to your human form, you can do so from the Character screen, though you'll need to wait until after completing the "Leap of Faith" questline. Reverting back costs 1,000 Atoms, but you can transform into a Ghoul again at any time post-questline.

With this information in hand, you're ready to venture into the Savage Divide and embrace your new Ghoul identity. Whether *Fallout 76* is still worth playing is a question for another day, but for now, the allure of becoming a Ghoul is undeniable.

*Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*