Surviving Sons of the Forest: Understanding Kelvin's Fate

Sons of the Forest is a sci-fi horror and survival game that includes cannibals and mutants. Players embark on a mission to rescue the Puffton family, but their plans are disrupted when their helicopter crashes. Fortunately, there is one survivor of the crash, Kelvin.

Kelvin is a non-playable character (NPC) designed to accompany players and aid them in various tasks. He can hunt, construct, and provide companionship in the wilderness, even though he does not communicate verbally. Additionally, Kelvin will alert players to any nearby threats, though he is vulnerable to attacks from cannibals and mutants and can sustain damage. Players of Sons of the Forest concerned about Kelvin's mortality can refer to this guide for clarification.

Can Kelvin Die?

Sons of the Forest 1.0 Kelvin Getting Attacked - Can Kelvin Die?

Kelvin is vulnerable in Sons of the Forest. Although he won't die naturally, enemies or players can kill him if they attack. He can withstand some damage before succumbing, but eventually, he will fall. If players harm him without finishing him off, he will become wary and less cooperative.

Kelvin lacks the ability to defend himself, unlike Virginia who can be armed. He relies on fleeing and hiding when danger approaches. On a positive note, players need not worry about him in caves as he stays outside and can be reunited with when they emerge.

What Happens When Kelvin Dies?

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How to Revive Kelvin in Sons of the Forest

When Kelvin dies in the game, he will no longer be available in that save. Players cannot get rid of his body unless they build over it. If they have befriended Virginia, she will mourn over Kelvin's body. The only ways to bring Kelvin back after he dies are to start a new save, download a mod, or manipulate your save file.

Image from Sons of the Forest showing Kelvin pointing off-camera. - How to Revive Kelvin in Sons of the Forest

Kelvin will only die if he is hit again after being downed. You can revive him by approaching him and holding down 'E' right after he falls. Sometimes, it may not be possible to revive him immediately if enemies are attacking. Kelvin will either heal himself or wait for help until he is either healed or killed. Once he is up, he usually runs away until the situation is under control.

If Kelvin dies in Sons of the Forest, players have the option to bring him back by manipulating their game's save files. Here's a simple step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Open File Explorer on your PC and enter %AppData%..\LocalLow\Endnight\SonsOfTheForest\Saves

Click on the file titled with a string of numbers.

Choose multiplayer or singleplayer depending on which save file you want to edit

Choose the correct save file and open the file named 'GameStateSaveData.json'

Find the phrase "IsRobbyDead":true and change it to "IsRobbyDead":false

Save and exit the file

Next, open the file 'SaveData.json' and find the phrase "TypeId":9

Find the phrase "State":6 and change it to "State":2

Then find" "Health":0.0" and change it to "Health":100.0

Save and exit the file to solidify the changes.

Kelvin will appear the next time players load into their save, alive and well. The same technique can be used to revive Virginia.

Editor's P/S:

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Kelvin, a non-playable character in the game Sons of the Forest. It addresses the question of whether Kelvin can die and explains the consequences of his death. The article also includes a guide on how to revive Kelvin if he dies, which is particularly useful for players who have grown attached to this companion.

The article is well-written and informative, with clear explanations and step-by-step instructions. It provides a valuable resource for players who want to understand how Kelvin works and how to protect him in the game.