"Weird Flower's Role in Stalker 2 Revealed"

In *Stalker 2*, one of the intriguing Anomalous Fields you can explore is the Poppy Field, where you can not only complete a side quest but also find a unique Artifact known as the Weird Flower. Here's everything you need to know about the Weird Flower in *Stalker 2*.

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Where To Find Weird Flower in Stalker 2How To Use Weird Flower

Where To Find Weird Flower in Stalker 2

Screenshot by The Escapist The Weird Flower Artifact awaits you on the northern side of the Poppy Field in Stalker 2. To reach it, you'll need to navigate past the L-shaped house at the center of the field. Remember to pack a few Non-Stop Energy Drinks to keep Skif alert, as the field can cause drowsiness and hallucinations. Keep pressing forward until you spot a small, distinct blue flower emerging from the ground.

How To Use Weird Flower

Screenshot by The Escapist After acquiring the Weird Flower, equip it by slotting it into the empty Artifact slot located above the Quick Access section of your inventory. Depending on your gear, you might be able to equip multiple Artifacts, but new players are limited to just one.

The Weird Flower grants a temporary stealth buff, but there's a catch: you must sleep while wearing the Artifact to activate this benefit. Currently, the only known bed where Skif can rest is found in the side room at the Lesser Zone, accessible via the Trader. Sleeping will also advance the in-game time, potentially shifting day to night.

Personally, I find the Weird Flower less than ideal. The scarcity of places where Skif can sleep significantly reduces its utility. Moreover, my playstyle leans more towards direct confrontation rather than stealth, leading me to sell the Weird Flower to a trader instead.

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is now available on Xbox and PC.