The bird race is an event in the Roblox game Deepwoken where players compete to collect feathers from different types of birds found throughout the map. The goal is to be the first player or team to collect one feather from every bird in the game. It tests players’ knowledge of the map, observation skills, and ability to track down rare spawns.
What are the rules of the bird race?
There are no official rules for the bird race, as it is a player-created event, but some common guidelines have emerged:
- The race begins and ends at the Great Tree in the center of the map.
- Players can compete solo or in teams of 2-3 people.
- To count, feathers must be plucked directly from birds, not picked up off the ground.
- Each player/team starts with no feathers and must collect one of every feather.
- The first player/team to return to the Great Tree with all feathers wins.
How many types of birds are there?
There are currently 9 types of birds that spawn in various biomes across the Deepwoken map. They are:
| Bird | Biome |
|---|---|
| Seagull | Beach |
| Pigeon | City |
| Crow | Forest |
| Owl | Forest (night) |
| Vulture | Desert |
| Duck | Swamp |
| Cardinal | Plains |
| Parrot | Jungle |
| Eagle | Mountain |
What is the best strategy for the bird race?
Experienced bird race competitors recommend the following strategies:
- Study the biomes and bird spawns ahead of time to plan an optimized route.
- Travel light with just essential gear so you can move quickly.
- Have one player focus on navigation and tracking while the others collect feathers.
- Save rare spawns like owls and eagles for last.
- Use mobility skills like climbing, grappling, and gliding to cover ground fast.
- Bring food/potions so you don’t have to stop and camp.
- Don’t fight enemies or get distracted collecting other resources.
- Stay together as a team and assist if someone falls behind or dies.
Optimizing Your Route
Carefully planning your route using knowledge of where birds spawn is essential to winning the race. Generally, an efficient route will:
- Start at Great Tree and move progressively further out.
- Prioritize biomes with more bird types first.
- Minimize backtracking by looping back to the Tree.
- Save isolated areas like mountain and jungle for last.
Having a map with spawn points marked will help optimize a route. Scouting the route in advance as a team also helps execute it quickly during the actual race.
Gathering Gear
The right preparation can give you an edge in the race. Useful gear includes:
- Stamina potions – sprint longer without resting
- Grappling hooks – quickly traverse cliffs and gaps
- Gliders – safely fall long distances
- Compass – navigate efficiently
- Feather artifact – increases feather dropping chance
However, take only what you need, as excess gear will weigh you down. Food like cooked meat is essential to restore stamina without stopping.
Where are the best places to find each bird?
Here are some tips on ideal farming locations for each feather:
Seagull
Seagulls congregate near beaches along the eastern and southern coasts. Check near docks and piers. They also roost on rock outcroppings just offshore.
Pigeon
Pigeons can be found in groups in the streets and rooftops of Cathedra City. Check around fountains and benches. The park and warehouse districts are also good spots.
Crow
Crows appear in forests throughout the map, but huge murder can be found roosting at dusk among the trees near the Graveyard biome entrance.
Owl
The best place to find owls at night is among the dense trees near the Lost Sanctum dungeon in the southeast forest. Listen for their hoots.
Vulture
Vultures circle the skies above the scorched dunes of the desert in the southwest. Look for them perched on rocky outcroppings and dead trees.
Duck
The flooded fields and ponds of the Swamplands contain large flocks of ducks. They also spawn near the docks around Cathedra City.
Cardinal
Cardinals flit through the bushes and thickets of the grassy plains north of the desert. Use berries to lure them out.
Parrot
Vivid parrots are abundant in canopy of the southeastern jungle. Equip a compass artifact to better hear their squawking.
Eagle
Eagles nest among the snowy crags and cliffs of Mount Sirius in the northwest. Use grappling hooks to reach their roosts.
What are some advanced tips and tricks?
Experts at the bird race employ these next-level tactics:
Bird Calling
Mimic bird calls to lure specific types to your location. Listen first to learn their sounds.
Vulture Baiting
Drop meat items to bait vultures down from the sky. Raw shrimp works best.
Owl Baiting
Make mouse squeaks or play dead to attract the attention of owls at night.
Feather Chaining
Using the feather artifact, keep plucking feathers from the same bird for multiples.
Killing Birds
If desperate, kill birds instead of plucking so all feathers drop at once.
Server Hopping
Change servers to reset bird spawns and increase your chances of finding rare ones.
Graveyard Ambush
Intercept players heading to turn in feathers and steal them. Dangerous but rewarding.
What are the rewards for winning?
As an informal player event, there are no official prizes for winning the bird race. However, victors still enjoy some rewarding benefits such as:
- Bragging rights and reputation
- Unlocking unique birdwatcher character titles
- Fan gifts and donations from spectators
- Meeting other competitive players
- Satisfaction of conquering a tough challenge
Some player groups offer prizes like rare items or silver for winning. But for most, the real reward is the thrill of the race itself.
Conclusion
The bird race tests the survival, navigation, teamwork, and collecting skills that make Deepwoken exciting to master. While challenging, with proper preparation, an optimized route, and some clever tricks, becoming the champion birdwatcher is an achievable goal for ambitious players. It pushes the game to its limits in a uniquely Deepwoken way. Just be ready to put your feathered friend knowledge to the test!
With the endless creativity of its playerbase, exciting new Deepwoken events like the bird race will continue to emerge. This competitive spirit and drive to conquer difficult challenges will ensure Deepwoken remains a compelling Roblox experience that engages players for years to come.
