99 Nights Forest Volcanic Part 2 (2026 Guide) Cultist King & Eruptions

The 99 Nights in the Forest Volcanic Biome Part 2 update brings a powerful new enemy called the Ram, the Cultist King boss fight through a special ritual, and volcano eruptions that happen every 20 nights, flooding parts of the map with lava and shrinking the safe areas. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to master both Part 1 and Part 2 of the Volcanic Biome update, including all new enemies, weapons, badges, and survival strategies.

Quick Update Overview

Feature	Part 1 (Sept 13)	Part 2 (Sept 20)
New Enemies	Scorpions, Mega Cultist	Ram, Goatman, Fire Bandits, Cultist King
New Weapons	Infernal Sword, Crossbow, Wildfire	Infernal Crossbow
New Class	–	Fire Bandit
Major Mechanics	Volcano sacrifices, Ammo Furnace	Cultist King ritual, Volcano eruptions
Environment	Lava pools, volcanic structures	Expanded volcanic zones
Active Codes	None	afterparty (15 gems)

The Volcanic Biome completely transforms 99 Nights in the Forest into a fiery survival challenge that demands new strategies, heat-resistant gear, and careful navigation through lava-filled terrain. Whether you’re hunting the mysterious Ram, attempting the Cultist King ritual, or just trying to survive the periodic volcano eruptions, this guide will ensure you’re fully prepared for every challenge the update throws at you.

How to Unlock the Volcanic Biome?

To spawn the biome, your Camp’s Fire Level should be level 3 or more. Here’s the step-by-step process to access this new content:

Fire Level Requirements

1. Start Immediately: As soon as you spawn, focus exclusively on gathering wood
2. Feed Your Campfire: Chop down some wood and add them into the campfire
3. Watch for Changes: Once it reaches Level 2, based on the RNG, you should be able to see the edges of the Volcanic biome
4. Full Access: Continue feeding the fire until you reach Level 3 for complete biome access

Pro Tip: Ignore exploration in the early game – every second counts when trying to unlock the volcanic biome quickly. I learned this the hard way after wasting precious daylight wandering around!

Part 2 Update: New Enemies and Threats

The Ram – Nighttime Terror

The Ram spawns exclusively at night in the Volcanic Biome. Once the Ram spots you, it begins chasing at normal speed but can suddenly charge forward with a speed boost. This formidable new entity has unique characteristics:

• Spawn Conditions: Only appears at night in the Volcanic Biome
• Behavior: Patrols outside safe zones such as the Campfires and Cultist Stronghold
• Weaknesses: Frightened by bright lights like campfires and flashlights
• Special Note: Cannot be directly killed in combat and does not drop any items

Survival Strategy: Always carry a flashlight when exploring at night. Shining a flashlight at the Ram will stun it, giving you precious seconds to escape.

The Goatman – Uncontrollable Rage

The Goatman is a scary, strong enemy with uncontrollable rage, feared by other big monsters. This new addition brings unprecedented danger to the volcanic landscape:

• Extremely aggressive behavior pattern
• High damage output compared to regular cultists
• Requires team coordination to defeat effectively
• Often guards valuable loot locations

Fire Bandits – Ranged Menace

Fire Bandits are a new enemy class that attacks with infernal crossbows from a distance. These enemies change combat dynamics significantly:

• Long-range attacks with burning projectiles
• Often positioned on high ground or defensive structures
• Drop Infernal Crossbow ammunition when defeated
• Work in coordinated groups for maximum threat

The Cultist King Ritual and Boss Fight 2026

How to Summon the Cultist King

To start the Cultist King Ritual, you first have to find special items called Cultist Gems. The Cultist King can only appear if summoned with 4 Cultist Gems at the Cultist King Base. Follow these steps:

1. Collect Cultist Gems: You get these gems by exploring dangerous places and defeating bad guys called cultists
2. Locate the Ritual Site: Find the special castle in the volcanic biome
3. Place the Gems: Place each gem on small pedestals around the castle
4. Prepare for Battle: Stock up on healing items and coordinate with teammates

Boss Fight Strategy

The Cultist King looks a bit small and slow at first, so you might think it’s easy. But it’s still a strong opponent that you have to watch closely. Key tactics include:

• Deceptive Appearance: Don’t be fooled by his initial slow movements
• Attack Patterns: Learn his combo attacks and dodge timing
• Team Coordination: If you fight with friends, it gets easier because you can work together
• Rewards: Defeating the Cultist King is important because it gives you cool rewards and a special badge

New Fire Bandit Class

The update introduces a new Fire Bandit class, which starts with an Infernal Crossbow and a Wildfire Potion. This class revolutionizes fire-based combat:

Class Progression

• Level 1: Starter Tools: Infernal Crossbow, Wildfire Potion
• Level 2: Other tools have a chance to set enemies on fire
• Level 3: A 10% chance to receive Wildfire as a bonus drop from chests

Why Choose Fire Bandit?

This makes the Fire Bandit class particularly useful for dealing with groups of enemies in the Volcanic Biome. The synergy between fire damage and the volcanic environment creates powerful combo opportunities.

New Weapons and Equipment 2026

Infernal Crossbow

The Infernal Crossbow is a Crossbow variant added on 20/09/2025. It has similar properties to the crossbow but once an enemy gets hit it will be inflicted with the burning effect.

How to Obtain:

• Obtainable by either the volcano with a chance to spawn every 24 cultists in the recent Volcanic Biome or the new fire bandit class at level 1
• Can be found in Infernal Chests throughout the biome
• Dropped by defeated Fire Bandits

Pro Tip: You can dually wield them for medium damage + fire damage since the Infernal Crossbow doesn’t replace the regular crossbow!

Complete Weapon Arsenal

Weapon	Damage Type	How to Obtain	Special Effect
Infernal Sword	Melee/Fire	Volcano sacrifices, Infernal Chests	Sets enemies ablaze instantly
Infernal Crossbow	Ranged/Fire	Fire Bandit class, Volcano rewards	Burning effect on hit
Wildfire Potion	Area/Fire	Crafting, chest drops	Creates lava pools
Regular Crossbow	Ranged	Volcanic chests, Cultist drops	Infinite ammo
Lava Mine	Trap/Fire	Blueprint crafting	Fire damage explosion

Volcano Eruption Mechanics

The 20-Night Cycle

One of the most dramatic additions in Part 2 is the periodic volcano eruption system. The volcano can erupt every 20 nights, flooding parts of the map with lava and shrinking the safe areas.

Eruption Timeline:

• Starts after Night 60
• Occurs every 20 nights thereafter
• Lasts approximately 1-2 minutes
• Forces immediate evacuation from affected areas

Surviving Eruptions

When the volcano erupts, follow these critical steps:

1. Watch for Warning Signs: Screen shaking, rumbling sounds, ash particles
2. Move to High Ground: Lava flows to low-lying areas first
3. Avoid Panic Building: Don’t waste materials on temporary structures
4. Utilize Natural Barriers: Rock formations can redirect lava flow
5. Prepare Heat Protection: Craft Heat Cloaks and Lava Boots beforehand

All Four New Badges and How to Unlock Them

There are four new badges in the Volcano Biome, each tied to unique tasks. Here’s your complete achievement guide:

1. Resourcefulness Badge

Requirement: Drop a dead teammate inside the Volcano’s lava Reward: x3 Blue Flame, +5 Diamonds Strategy: Coordinate with your team – this is a dark but necessary sacrifice!

2. Pest Control Badge

Requirement: Kill 100 Scorpions Reward: Volcano Statue Furniture, +5 Diamonds Tips:

• Set up a scorpion farm near spawn
• Use meat as bait in trapped areas
• Focus on scorpion nests for efficiency

3. Metalworking Badge

Requirement: Make the Ammo Furnace produce 50 ammo boxes by putting any Fuel into the Ammo Furnace Reward: x3 Blue Flame, +5 Diamonds Location: Find the Ammo Furnace structure guarded by cultists

4. Volcanology Badge

Requirement: Deposit 150 Cultists (alive or dead) inside the Volcano’s lava Reward: Lava Fountain Furniture, +5 Diamonds Farming Method: Store cultist corpses in sacks, make multiple trips

Volcano Sacrifice System

How Sacrifices Work

The volcano, in which you can sacrifice Cultists for loot, whether it’s alive or dead, with the exception of the Deer and the Owl. The sacrifice mechanic is central to progression:

Sacrifice Rewards Include:

• Cultist Gem, Gem of the Forest Fragment, Crossbow, Infernal Sword
• Random high-tier weapons
• Rare crafting materials
• Diamond chances

Maximizing Sacrifice Efficiency

1. Use Storage Sacks: Carry multiple cultist corpses per trip
2. Coordinate Raids: Time cultist stronghold attacks for maximum corpses
3. Avoid Waste: Never sacrifice Deer or Owl – they provide no rewards
4. Track Progress: The altar lights up with each sacrifice, showing completion

Key Structures and Locations

Ammo Furnace

The Ammo Furnace is a big structure where Cultists are stationed. The place will have several Infernal chests spread throughout the area.

How to Use:

1. Clear out the defending cultists (3 regular, 7 crossbow variants)
2. Find some fuel nearby that you can use to light up the furnace
3. Upon doing so, the furnace will start working and produce Ammo
4. Collect ammo boxes for the Metalworking badge

Volcanic Church

Inhabitants are 3 Cultists and 3 Crossbow Cultists. Contains 1 Red Spiked Chest. This structure offers:

• High-tier loot in the Red Spiked Chest
• Medical supplies and food
• Potential Infernal Sword spawns
• Strategic defensive position

Cultist Stronghold

The Cultist Stronghold is a high-risk, high-reward structure filled with powerful enemies and valuable loot. The stronghold resets every 20 minutes and becoming harder each time.

Active Codes (June 2026)

As of June 2026, there’s finally a code system implemented! Here’s the current status:

Working Codes

• afterparty – Redeem code for 15 gems (NEW!)

How to Redeem Codes

Launch the 99 Nights in the Forest game on Roblox. Click the Gems button on the bottom left and go to the Codes option. Type a working code in the ‘enter code’ box. Click the Submit button to obtain the rewards.

Important Note: The system was added recently, so expect the active codes to go away in a few days. Always redeem codes immediately!

Best Classes for Volcanic Biome

While the Fire Bandit is the obvious choice, here are the top classes ranked for volcanic survival:

S-Tier Classes

1. Fire Bandit – Built for this biome with fire immunity perks
2. Alien – Night vision helps in ash-clouded areas
3. Cyborg – Tech damage boost effective against Fire Bandits

A-Tier Classes

4. Pyromaniac – Auto-cooks food, fuel efficiency
5. Scavenger – Better loot drops from volcanic chests
6. Hunter – Pelt buffs provide heat resistance

Advanced Survival Strategies

Base Building in Volcanic Terrain

Location Selection:

• Build near natural lava moats for defense
• Avoid low-lying areas prone to eruption flooding
• Utilize volcanic rock for fire-resistant construction
• Create multiple exit routes for eruption evacuation

Resource Management

Priority Crafting List:

1. Fire resistance potions (constant production)
2. Heat Cloaks for eruption survival
3. Water storage for dehydration prevention
4. Infernal Sacks for expanded inventory

Combat Tactics

Enemy Priority Order:

1. Fire Bandits (ranged threat)
2. Crossbow Cultists (secondary ranged)
3. Goatman (high damage melee)
4. Regular Cultists (manageable melee)
5. Scorpions (environmental hazard)

Volcanic Biome Exclusive Items

Chest Tier System

Red Spiked Chest/Infernal Chest: Contains Infernal Sword or Infernal Sack. Normal Spiked Chest/Hot Chest: Contains Fuel Canister, Crossbow, Lava Mine Blueprint, and Wildfire. Blue Spiked Chest: Contains Leather Armor, Revolver, Crossbow, Lava Mine Blueprint, and Wildfire.

Unique Environmental Resources

• Volcanic Rock: Superior building material with fire resistance
• Sulfur Deposits: Essential for advanced crafting recipes
• Lava Crystals: Rare drops near lava pools
• Obsidian Shards: Found after eruptions cool

Frequently Asked Questions

When Will Part 3 Release?

While not officially announced, developers typically release updates weekly. Monitor the official Discord for announcements.

Can I Return to Snow Biome?

The Volcano Biome will run for two weeks before being shuffled into the biome rotation permanently. After the event, biomes rotate randomly.

What Happens to Items After Eruption?

Items in lava-flooded areas are destroyed permanently. Always store valuables at high elevation!

Is Fire Bandit Class Permanent?

Yes! Once unlocked, the Fire Bandit class remains available even after the volcanic event ends.

Do I Need Heat Protection Immediately?

Not for basic exploration, but essential for eruptions and extended volcanic exposure post-Night 60.

Community Resources and Links

Stay connected with the 99 Nights in the Forest community for real-time updates:

• Official Discord Server – Join for immediate update announcements, strategy discussions, and team-finding
• 99 Nights Reddit Community – Share experiences, tips, and volcanic biome discoveries
• Wiki Community – Comprehensive game mechanics and detailed enemy statistics
• Developer Twitter – First source for surprise codes and event announcements

Pro Tips from Veteran Survivors

After countless hours in the volcanic wasteland, here are insider secrets:

1. Double Crossbow Strategy: Equip both regular and Infernal Crossbows for alternating fire
2. Eruption Timer Tracking: Set a 20-minute timer after Night 60 for eruption prep
3. Scorpion Nest Marking: Place torches near nests for easy farming routes
4. Cultist Corpse Banking: Store bodies in multiple sacks for sacrifice marathons
5. Lava Pool Fishing: Some volcanic biome exclusive fish spawn in lava!

Update Roadmap and Future Content

Based on developer hints and community speculation:

Confirmed Coming Soon

• Additional volcanic structures
• Expanded Cultist King mechanics
• New volcanic-themed cosmetics

Community Requested Features

• Volcano base building options
• Lava boat transportation
• Volcanic pet companions
• Eruption prediction system

Conclusion

The 99 Nights in the Forest Volcanic Biome Part 2 update represents one of the most substantial content additions to date. With the terrifying Ram entity, the challenging Cultist King ritual, periodic volcano eruptions, and the new Fire Bandit class, players have countless hours of fresh content to explore. Whether you’re hunting for that elusive Infernal Sword, working toward all four badges, or simply trying to survive the next eruption, this volcanic adventure offers unprecedented challenges and rewards.

Remember to redeem the “afterparty” code for your free 15 gems before it expires, coordinate with teammates for the Cultist King fight, and always keep fire resistance potions handy. The volcanic biome isn’t just another map – it’s a complete reimagining of survival horror that will test even the most experienced 99 Nights veterans.

Ready to conquer the flames? Join the official Discord community for squad recruitment and real-time eruption warnings. The volcanic biome awaits, and with this guide, you’re prepared to not just survive, but thrive in the inferno!