In Raise Animals, Rare, Legendary, and Shine Animals aren’t just decorative – they are essential to maximize gameplay rewards:
- Increase Visitor Attraction: Rare animals draw more visitors, boosting your in-game income.
- Special Abilities: Some animals have unique skills, such as slowing nearby animals or boosting speed.
- Achievements & Index Completion: Collecting all rare animals is necessary to complete the animal index and unlock achievements.
Capturing these elusive creatures requires strategy, patience, and understanding of game mechanics.
1️⃣ Basic Capture Mechanics: The Lasso System
Lasso Levels and Rarity
- Common, Rare, Legendary, Mythic Lassos: Different quality lassos affect the chance of capturing higher rarity animals.
- Acquisition Methods: Lassos can be obtained through gacha rolls, in-game shop purchases, or event rewards.
Capture Success Rates
- Higher rarity lassos significantly increase the probability of successfully capturing Rare and Legendary animals.
- Using top-tier lassos is essential for targeting Shine animals.
Rubies Allocation Strategy
- Prioritize spending rubies to upgrade or obtain high-tier lassos, as this directly improves rare animal capture success.
- Avoid using rubies for non-essential items early in the game if your goal is to collect rare creatures.
2️⃣ Map-Based Rare Animal Capture Guide
Below is a breakdown of Rare and Legendary animals per map, including spawn locations and tips.
2.1 Savannah (Grasslands)
- Rare Animals Example: Rare Giraffe, Elite Zebra
- Spawn Conditions: Random spawn points, often in fixed map corners
- Tips: Focus on open areas for faster capture; use Rare or Legendary lasso for higher success rates
2.2 Jungle
- Rare Animals Example: Giant Python, Colorful Parrots
- Map Challenge: Dense trees and obstacles may slow down your speed
- Tips: Maintain momentum and avoid collisions; upgrade lasso before targeting rare animals
2.3 Tundra / Snowfields – Unlock Guide
- Unlock Requirement: Spend $175,000 in the map menu to unlock the Tundra
- Rare Animals Example: Ice Mammoth, Polar Bear
- Capture Tips: Watch out for ice obstacles; time your dash for effective lasso throws
3️⃣ Ultimate Challenge: Shine Animals
Shine Animals are the most elusive, requiring hidden achievements or special challenges for capture.
| Animal Name | Rarity | Map | Shine Unlock Condition | Special Ability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Lion | Shine | Jungle | Ride a lion and eat 3 other lions | Slows nearby animals, increases own speed |
| Ice Mammoth | Shine | Tundra | Ride 5 elephants and run 2,500 meters | High defense / durability |
| Rainbow Narwhal | Shine | Tundra | Break tundra obstacles and dash, 3 charges per dash | High endurance / underwater speed |
| ... | Shine | ... | ... | ... |
Pro Tip: Always verify the conditions for Shine animals in each game session; some require specific mounts or achievements.
4️⃣ Practical Tips for Capturing Rare Animals
- Efficient Map Routes: Focus on areas with dense rare animal spawns
- Avoid Death: Dodge obstacles like ice blocks, trees, and water traps to prevent losing progress
- Time Management: Learn spawn patterns – some animals refresh at fixed intervals, others randomly
- Team Play: Collaborate with friends; one player can lure animals while another captures
5️⃣ FAQ
Q: Why didn’t the Shine animal spawn even after completing conditions? A: Make sure you’re using the required mount and are in the same game session after meeting conditions. Sometimes rejoining is necessary.
Q: Which map is best for earning money and collecting rare animals? A: Early game: Savannah is optimal. Later: Tundra offers the most valuable rare animals and rewards.
Conclusion
Capturing Rare, Legendary, and Shine animals in Raise Animals is challenging but highly rewarding. By mastering lasso mechanics, following map-specific strategies, completing hidden challenges, and collaborating with teammates, you can gradually build a full animal index, maximize income, and unlock all Shine animals.
