Place the blast radius so Monongah Mine is hit by the nuke.
To trigger A Colossal Problem in Fallout 76, launch a nuke with Monongah Mine inside the blast radius. The event sends players underground to fight Earle Williams and wendigo spawns.
A Colossal Problem has a 30-minute event timer. After Earle is defeated, the mine begins collapsing and players have a short escape window.
A Colossal Problem starts when the target conditions are met.
Expect Earle Williams plus wendigo spawns inside the mine.
WHERE TO NUKE FOR A COLOSSAL PROBLEM
Target Monongah Mine in the Savage Divide. The event timer starts when a nuke is launched with Monongah Mine inside the blast radius.
Once the nuke lands, players have a short join and preparation period before the deeper fight begins. Use that time to repair, buff, and make sure your team is inside the event.
WHAT TO BRING
- A current Alpha, Bravo, or Charlie code for the silo you are using.
- A Nuclear Keycard for launch authorization.
- High sustained damage for Earle Williams.
- Area control or fast add-clearing for wendigo spawns.
- Plenty of ammo, stimpaks, repair kits, and buffs.
- Rad protection for the blast zone outside the mine.
EARLE WILLIAMS FIGHT NOTES
Earle Williams has a large health pool and high damage resistance. The fight is easier when players keep damage on Earle while controlling wendigo spawns.
- Stay mobile and avoid getting surrounded by wendigo spawns.
- Keep add waves controlled so damage dealers can focus Earle.
- Use team buffs and repair before dropping into the main fight area.
- Watch the event timer and commit damage before the run fails.
- Loot quickly when the fight ends because the escape phase is timed.
ESCAPING THE MINE
After Earle is defeated, the mine begins collapsing and players have a short window to escape. Follow the route out if you want to leave normally, or be ready for the event to move you out after the collapse.
Do not spend the entire collapse timer sorting loot. Grab what matters,
then move.
FAQ
How do you trigger A Colossal Problem?
Launch a nuke with Monongah Mine inside the blast radius.
Who is the boss in A Colossal Problem?
Earle Williams, a Wendigo Colossus, is the main boss. Wendigo spawns also appear during the fight.
Does A Colossal Problem reward stable flux?
Yes. Stable flux is included in the event reward pool.
RELATED FIELD GUIDES
Compare Monongah Mine with Fissure Site Prime and farming targets.
Find Alpha, Bravo, and Charlie before starting launch prep.
Check the current code before launching at Monongah Mine.