Taming the Wild West Wardrobe: Your Guide to the Legendary Bear Pelt in Red Dead Redemption 2 & Online
You’ve wrangled that colossal bear in Red Dead Redemption 2? Good job, partner! Now you own a Legendary Bear Pelt. What should you do with it now? Don’t worry. This isn’t just a rug for your virtual fireplace. This pelt offers upgrades and outfits. Let’s explore its uses.
From Furry Foe to Fashion Statement: What to Do with the Legendary Bear Pelt
That bear pelt won’t get you a soda. This is crafting and trading material. You have several paths ahead, each with rewards.
If you’re a story-driven gunslinger in Red Dead Redemption 2, your best bet is the Trapper. He’s like a Wild West furrier, set up in Saint Denis or at camps. Selling your legendary bear pelt isn’t just for cash. Selling it unlocks wardrobes of exclusive items.
Want a bear’s head perched on your head? The Trapper makes the Bear Hunter Outfit, which includes a hat that turns heads. It gets better. One Legendary Bear Pelt transforms into multiple wearable pieces: the Legendary Bear Head Hat, a stylish Bear Coat, and trendy Bear Ropers. Think of it as sustainable Wild West fashion. Check online guides for more crafting details, like this one from IGN about Trapper Locations, Legendary Pelts and Outfits Guide.
In Red Dead Online, things change but remain rewarding. Meet Gus Macmillan. He’s the Trapper’s online equivalent, running a similar shop. You’ll find Gus in locations like the Trapper’s spots in story mode plus more hideouts. He’s a fashion expert who loves legendary animal parts.
Gus helps unlock unique garment sets. Bring him your legendary pelts for coats and threads showing off your hunting skills. Each legendary animal offers a dedicated garment set. You can build a wardrobe declaring, “I wrestle bears and look good doing it.” Want a legendary bear coat? Gus is your guy.
Where to Cash In Your Claws and Fur: Finding the Right Merchant
Ready to offload your pelt? Where do you find these merchants?
The Trapper in story mode is your primary contact. His main stall is in bustling Saint Denis. Follow the scent of ambition and leather. If you want minimal travel, the Trapper sets up wilderness camps in various regions. No need to travel from Colter to Lemoyne just to sell. Check resources like GameSpot’s Red Dead Redemption 2 Legendary Bear Pelt Guide for strategies.
For Red Dead Online players, Gus Macmillan is your target. He’s often in the same spots as the Trapper. He has shop locations in places like Cholla Springs. Look for his icon on the map, and you’ll be trading pelts for prestige soon.
Uh Oh, Did You Drop Something? What Happens if You Lose Your Pelt?
You can’t sell a lost pelt for cash, but the game offers some forgiveness. The Trapper (and Gus) have a magical ledger. They track your legendary animal takedowns. Even if your pelt rolls off a cliff, the defeat of the Legendary Bear is recorded. This means crafting recipes needing the legendary bear pelt remain available at the Trapper/Gus. Think of it as insurance for legendary hunts. You lose immediate cash but keep crafting potential.
Beyond the Pelt: The Legendary Bear Claw
Don’t forget the other prize from this beast: the Legendary Bear Claw. This isn’t just a souvenir; it’s key for crafting a valuable talisman.
Visit a Fence to turn that claw into the Bear Claw Talisman. What’s its use? The talisman decreases health core drainage speed by 10%. In Red Dead, that health boost can mean survival or buzzard bait.
Important Things to Remember About Legendary Hunts
Before charging into the wilderness, here are some details about legendary animals and their pelts.
These hunts are one-time deals. Each Legendary Animal is unique. Once you bag one, that’s it. No respawns or second chances. Make that first encounter count!
Furthermore, you cannot ruin a legendary animal pelt by using bad weapons. You don’t need to select guns carefully for pristine pelts like regular game. Blast away with shotguns or explosives! The legendary pelt remains intact regardless of your style. This bear is fashion-forward, no matter what.
You can’t hoard pelts in your saddlebags indefinitely. The game limits “storage.” To effectively “store” pelts, give them to Pearson at your camp (for upgrades) or to the Trapper/Gus. They’re custodians of your hard-earned hides.
A regular Grizzly Bear pelt fetches around $7.50. While you can’t explicitly list its sale value (its true worth lies in crafted items), it’s significantly more valuable in terms of potential crafts and prestige. Check guides like IGN’s Legendary Bear Location, Skin, and Kill Guide for more tips.
The Legendary Bear Pelt is more than just a trophy; it’s your key to crafting and Wild West swagger. Now get out there and make that bear proud (or perhaps envious) of what its pelt becomes!
