Lightning Talon

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Can I spawn the Lightning Talon over RCON or on a dedicated server?

Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

How do I spawn the Lightning Talon as a blueprint instead of a finished item?

Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored).

Is the Lightning Talon spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?

Yes. The Lightning Talon's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.

How do I open the console to spawn the Lightning Talon?

On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the Lightning Talon spawn code from this page.

Is the Lightning Talon blueprint path case-sensitive?

Yes. "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Resources/PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern.PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern'" must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn.

What's the full blueprint path of the Lightning Talon?

The full blueprint path is "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Resources/PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern.PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item: cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Resources/PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern.PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes.

How do I give myself the Lightning Talon with a cheat command?

Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0. That gives you one Lightning Talon instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

How do I spawn multiple Lightning Talon at once?

Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 25 0 0 spawns 25 of the Lightning Talon. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size.

What do the numbers in the Lightning Talon spawn command mean?

In cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0, the code identifies the Lightning Talon, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Lightning Talon.

Where can I copy the Lightning Talon spawn command?

Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Lightning Talon command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.

How do I spawn a higher-quality Lightning Talon?

The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant. cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 100 0 attempts a top tier Lightning Talon. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored.

How do I add the Lightning Talon to a starter kit or loadout?

Include cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0 in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout.

What is the class name for the Lightning Talon?

The class name for the Lightning Talon is PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern_C. Class names end in _C and identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros.

Which game is the Lightning Talon from?

The Lightning Talon is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

Can I get the Lightning Talon without spawning it?

Yes. The Lightning Talon can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.

Is the Lightning Talon a DLC item or part of the base game?

The Lightning Talon is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.

What items are related to the Lightning Talon?

See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Lightning Talon, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.

Why isn't my Lightning Talon spawn command working?

Check three things: admin access is enabled (enablecheats on servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copying cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0 directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes.

What's the difference between the Lightning Talon GFI code and its blueprint path?

The GFI code PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Resources/PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern.PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Lightning Talon.

How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Lightning Talon?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the Lightning Talon spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.

What is the Lightning Talon used for?

The Lightning Talon is a resource item that drops from Lightning Wyverns when defeated. Admins use it to craft endgame items or to seed crafting benches on a server without waiting for wyvern kills.

What is the Lightning Talon class used for in mods or spawn tools?

Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Lightning Talon by its class PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern_C or GFI PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.

When was the Lightning Talon data last updated?

The Lightning Talon entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.

What is the Lightning Talon?

A crafting resource dropped by Lightning Wyverns, used in high-end recipes and spawnable via GFI code.

What is the GFI code for the Lightning Talon?

The GFI code for the Lightning Talon is PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, so cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_ApexDrop_LightningWyvern 1 0 0 is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path.

Does the Lightning Talon spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?

Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The Lightning Talon then spawns the same way.