Zookeeper Character
A-TIER CLASS

THE ZOOKEEPER

Master of Exotic Animals

In the dark, monster-infested forest where survival depends on allies and specialized skills, the Zookeeper stands as a master of animal handling and exotic creatures. Specializing in taming, training, and commanding a diverse range of animals, this class turns wildlife into powerful allies against the horrors that emerge after sundown.

Explore Zookeeper Abilities

Class Overview

The Zookeeper is a 4-star A-tier class in 99 Nights in the Forest that specializes in handling and commanding exotic animals. This class starts with an Animal Whistle and costs 350 Diamonds to unlock. Considered one of the most versatile support classes, the Zookeeper can tame a wide variety of creatures to assist in survival.

As a Zookeeper, your role is to tame, train, and deploy exotic animals to defend your camp, gather resources, and scout dangerous areas. Your expertise in animal behavior makes you invaluable for teams looking to establish a diverse defense system against the forest's threats.

4★
Class Rating
350
Diamond Cost
A-Tier
Overall Rank
Animal Whistle
Starting Item

Zookeeper Abilities & Skills

🦒 Exotic Taming

Tame exotic animals that other classes cannot handle. Your specialized knowledge allows you to approach and befriend rare and dangerous creatures.

PRIMARY ABILITY
🎪 Animal Training

Train your animal companions to perform specialized tasks, from defensive formations to resource gathering and scouting missions.

ACTIVE ABILITY
🐘 Menagerie Management

Maintain up to 5 different animal companions simultaneously. Your expertise allows you to manage a diverse collection of creatures.

PASSIVE ABILITY
🦁 Alpha Command

Your animal companions fight with 30% increased effectiveness when you're nearby. Your presence inspires them to greater feats.

PASSIVE ABILITY
🐅 Predator Instincts

Sense nearby predators and dangerous animals before they become threats. Your understanding of animal behavior provides early warnings.

PASSIVE ABILITY
🎪 Circus Performance

Your ultimate ability - command all your animal companions to perform a coordinated attack, stunning enemies and dealing massive damage.

ULTIMATE ABILITY

Exotic Animal Companions

🦁
Mountain Lion
Powerful predator excellent for hunting and defense. Can silently take down human-sized threats with ease.
🐻
Grizzly Bear
Tank companion with massive health and damage. Perfect for defending the camp against large groups of enemies.
🦅
Golden Eagle
Aerial scout that can spot enemies from great distances. Can attack flying threats and retrieve small items.
🐒
Howler Monkey
Agile climber that can access hard-to-reach areas. Its loud calls can disorient enemies and alert the team to danger.
🐊
Swamp Alligator
Amphibious predator perfect for defending water sources. Can ambush enemies from underwater positions.
🦓
Striped Hyena
Scavenger that can detect hidden resources and enemies. Its eerie laugh can unsettle superstitious cultists.

Survival Strategies

Early Game Priorities

Focus on taming versatile animals like monkeys and eagles that can help with resource gathering and scouting. Establish a balanced team of animal companions within the first 10 nights.

Animal Management

Always maintain a mix of offensive, defensive, and utility animals. Keep predators fed and content to ensure their loyalty and combat effectiveness.

Team Synergy

Work with Hunters to track valuable exotic animals. Coordinate with Beastmasters to create a comprehensive animal defense system covering both common and exotic species.

Late Game Development

Specialize in taming the forest's most dangerous exotic predators. Use your Circus Performance ability to turn the tide in difficult battles against supernatural entities.