How to Locate and Escape the Collector Squid Leviathan in Subnautica 2

Of all the things that frighten me in Subnautica 2, the massive giant squid Collector Leviathan may be at the top of the list. As I made my way to the Alien Ruins for the first time, this monstrous sea creature lunged at me at high speed, ending it all before I knew what was happening. Still, it's a fact that we all must face this beast at some point in the game – and some may even seek the creature out. With this in mind, I'll show you where to find the Collector Squid Leviathan in Subnautica 2.

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Giant Squid Collector Leviathan Location Overview – Subnautica 2

• The Collector Leviathan is a massive Giant Squid that stalks the trench beyond the high-temp waters east of the Lifepod.
• Use the Tadpole Pens signal as a guide to reach the correct area. It is located about 700 meters east of the Lifepod. The building where the Tadpole Pens investigation took place overlooks the trench. Our first encounter occurred when we first visited this location.
• The Tadpole provides some protection, but the goal here should be evasion and escape. If the Collector Leviathan gets ahold of the Tadpole, it can destroy it with very little effort. If it gets ahold of you while outside a vehicle, it is certain death.
• The water near the Collector Leviathan is extremely hot, so you'll need to unlock the Heat Tolerance Adaptation at the blighted Angel Comb.

Because of the speed required to evade the Collector Leviathan, I highly recommend that you wait until you've acquired the Tadpole before even attempting to reach the Collector Leviathan Giant Squid.

Where to Find the Collector Leviathan in Subnautica 2

Head to Warmer Waters:

To find the Collector Leviathan, you're going to want to head to the Graveyard region, where the water is heated by underwater thermal vents. This is the area where you can find Salt and Sulfur in abundance.

As you reach the end of Subnautica 2's early section, you'll receive a mission from NOA that leads you to this area. When you get the notice to investigate the Tadpole Pens, you'll know you've reached the right time to head east.

• Before you make the trip, you'll want to unlock and craft the Tadpole vehicle.

Investigate the Tadpole Pens:

If you've already unlocked the mission, but haven't visited yet, you'll see that the Tadpole Pens are about 700m away from the Lifepod. If you look at the signal, you'll notice that you can head just about directly east. If you have a Tadpole, the trip should not take too long.

As you move further east, you'll notice the water begin to take on an orange, cloudy appearance. You'll also notice a temperature reading appear above the center of the screen, alerting you to the danger. This is where you'll need to have the Heat Tolerance Adaptation.

When you approach the Tadpole Pens building, you'll be around 150m below the surface. If you don't have a Tadpole, this is where you'd start understanding why you need one. Without a Rebreather, you begin to lose oxygen efficiency below 100 meters. This causes your oxygen to be spent much quicker.

How to Evade and Escape the Collection Leviathan Giant Squid in Subnautica 2

Cross on the Sea Floor:

Once you reach the Tadpole Pens, the goal will be to cross the chasm and reach the Alien Ruins. While I will not say this is impossible to do without the Tadpole, it seems like an incredibly unnecessary challenge.

Before you do anything, check to see if you can spot the Collector Leviathan.

With the Tadpole, you are going to want to immediately drop off the cliff, turn the vehicle down, and descend to the lowest level of the sea floor.

Stay as close to the bottom of the chasm as you can, making sure to avoid the crush depth. You'll be alerted with plenty of time if you are too low. Make sure to rise slowly, and stay the absolute lowest you can.

Very quickly, you'll reach the opposite wall. Head up, and you'll find yourself at the Alien Ruins.

• Q: Can I Kill or Fight the Collector Squid Leviathan in Subnautica 2?
• A: No! You absolutely cannot. It cannot be stopped. Its only goal is to kill you, so your only option is to evade. There doesn't even appear to be a way to escape once the squid wraps you in its tentacles.

There does not appear to be any treasure or hidden items to find, like you can at the Great Jaw Clam Leviathan. The only treasure to be found here is making it to the other side alive.

Subnautica 2 Related Guides

Looking for rare materials to make advanced items in Subnautica 2? Check out these guides:

• How to Get Lithium
• Where to Find Salt
• Where to Find Sulfur
• How to Get Strong Acid