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Resident Evil 3 Remake (RE3)

How to Kill Drain Deimoses

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This page contains information on how to kill Drain Deimoses in the game Resident Evil 3 Remake (RE3 Remake). Read on to learn about their weaknesses and the best ways to deal with them.

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Basic Information

Appearance and Weaknesses

Location: Substation
Drain Deimos
Danger Level Recommended Weapon Weakness
★★★☆☆ Grenade Launcher (Incendiary Ammo) Fire
Background
The Drain Deimos is a parasitic creature that has been mutated by the t-Virus. These were once tiny parasites that sucked the blood of zombies infected with the t-Virus, enlarging them and making them more aggressive.

How to Deal with Drain Deimoses

Tips when Dealing with Drain Deimoses

  • The Grenade Launcher's Incendiary Ammo is effective since they are vulnerable to fire.
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  • Maintain your distance from them to avoid infection.
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    Use the Grenade Launcher's Incendiary Ammo

    It is recommended to use the Grenade Launcher's Incendiary Ammo since they are vulnerable to fire. Otherwise, you can use the Magnum or a Shotgun to kill them in one shot.

    Beware of Attacks from the Ceiling and from Behind

    When dealing with a Drain Deimos, you should be aware of you surroundings as they can move and attack from the ceiling, walls, or from behind.

    Parasite State

    If a Drain Deimos manages to latch onto you and lay eggs inside you, you will become infected with the paraiste status condition. Check the link below for more info on what this status condition does and how to cure it!

    How to Cure the Parasite Status

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    48 Anonymous Anonymous over 5 years

    They're much easier to spot in the original than in the remake.

    47 Anonymous Anonymous over 5 years

    I know right. Just like in the original re3. It looks more creepy than the original though.

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