Unleash devastating power with the Palworld Flamethrower, a fiery weapon unlocked at Level 52, requiring dedicated crafting and the advanced Weapons Assembly Line II workshop.

So, you've been roaming the wild islands of Palworld, building your base, capturing Pals, and maybe even tangling with a few Alpha bosses. It's a wild world out there, and sometimes, you need more than just a friendly Pal by your side to handle the tougher crowds. Enter the Flamethrower, a piece of gear that really turns up the heat, added to the game with the Sakurajima update. It's not exactly something you pick up off the ground, though. Getting your hands on this fiery firepower is a bit of a journey, requiring a solid grind and some serious crafting chops. Let's break down exactly how you can add this sizzling weapon to your arsenal.

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The Path to Unlocking the Flamethrower

First things first, you can't just waltz into a shop and buy one. The Flamethrower is strictly for seasoned adventurers. The big gatekeeper here is your player level. You'll need to hit Level 52. Yeah, it's a bit of a climb, but by then, you're no rookie. You'll have seen plenty of the map and gathered a mountain of resources. Once you hit that milestone, head straight to your Technology Menu. In there, you'll find the Flamethrower blueprint waiting to be unlocked with your hard-earned Technology Points.

Here's the kicker, though. Unlocking the weapon itself is only half the battle. You also need to unlock the recipe for Flamethrower Fuel from the same Technology Menu. It's a package deal—no fuel, no fun. Trying to use a flamethrower without fuel is like, well, trying to start a campfire in a rainstorm. Pretty useless.

Setting Up Your Workshop: The Weapons Assembly Line II

Got both blueprints unlocked? Great! Now, before you can craft a single thing, you need the right workshop. The Flamethrower and its fuel require a Weapons Assembly Line II. If you're still rocking the basic version, you'll need to upgrade. Check your Technology Menu again to make sure you've unlocked the recipe for this advanced crafting station. If not, spend the points to get it.

Once you have the recipe, it's time to gather the materials to build the Weapons Assembly Line II itself. You'll need:

  • 30x Nail

  • 100x Refined Ingot

  • 10x Circuit Board

Gathering these isn't too bad by level 52. Refined Ingot comes from smelting ore in a Furnace, Nails are crafted from Ingots, and Circuit Boards require a bit more finesse with components like Polymer and Electric Organs. Get that station built and powered up—you're almost there.

Gathering the Goods: Crafting the Flamethrower & Fuel

With your shiny new Weapons Assembly Line II humming away, you can finally focus on the main event. The crafting recipes are no joke and will send you on quite the scavenger hunt across the Palpagos Islands.

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To craft the Flamethrower, you will need:

Material Quantity Common Source
Pal Metal Ingot 40x Defeat or capture high-level Pals, mine in specific late-game areas.
Plasteel 50x Crafted at an Assembly Line using Polymer, Carbon Fiber, and Refined Ingot.
Carbon Fiber 25x Crafted at a Production Assembly Line using Coal and Organic Materials.
Flame Organ 30x Dropped by Fire-type Pals like Foxsparks, Kitsun, or Ragnahawk.
Crude Oil 1x Can be found in specific desert or oil field biomes, often guarded by tough Pals.

And for the essential Flamethrower Fuel, the recipe is thankfully simpler, but you'll need a steady supply:

  • 10x Crude Oil (per unit of fuel)

That Crude Oil is the real bottleneck here. It's a precious resource, so you'll want to mark any good mining spots you find on your map. Farming those Flame Organs means you'll be spending a lot of time hunting Fire Pals—good for your Paldeck, tough on your healing items.

Ready for Action: Using Your New Tool

After all that gathering and crafting, the moment of truth arrives. Head into your inventory, equip the Flamethrower, and make sure you have some Fuel in your bag. Now you're ready to face the world. This weapon is a game-changer for dealing with:

  • Syndicate Thug camps: Clear out groups of enemies quickly.

  • Wood-type or Ice-type Pals: It deals massive bonus damage to them. Talk about melting your problems away!

  • Tough Alpha Pals: The sustained damage can whittle down even the beefiest bosses.

Just remember, it's a short-to-medium range weapon. You can't snipe with it. You've got to get in close—which, you know, adds a bit of spice to any fight. It's all about controlled aggression.

Final Tips for the Aspiring Pyrotechnician

Getting the Flamethrower is a hallmark of the late-game grind in Palworld. It's a project. To make the journey smoother, here are a few pro-tips:

  • Start Early: Don't wait until Level 52 to think about the materials. Start stockpiling Pal Metal, Coal, and Polymer as you explore. Pick up every Flame Organ you see.

  • Tag-Team Hunts: Use Pals with high combat skills or those that can inflict status effects to make farming Flame Organs from Fire Pals faster and safer.

  • Fuel Economy: Don't waste your precious Crude Oil. Use the Flamethrower strategically for tough fights rather than roasting every low-level Pal you see. Craft fuel in batches when you can.

  • Base Logistics: Set up a dedicated mining outpost near a Crude Oil seep if you find one, and use Transport Pals to automatically ferry materials back to your main base.

In the end, the Flamethrower is more than just a weapon; it's a trophy that says you've put in the work. It's a statement piece for your character. So get out there, hit that Level 52, gather those rare materials, and build your path to becoming Palworld's most formidable... firestarter. Just watch where you point that thing.