My Journey to Expanding the Deviant Army: A Guide to Increasing Isolated Securement Units in Once Human

As I stood on the edge of my territory in the strange, beautiful, and dangerous world of Once Human, I looked at the small, loyal creatures scurrying around me—my Deviants. They had helped me gather rare metals from the Whispering Canyons and fought bravely against the corrupted beasts in the Gloomwood. But a problem was growing, quite literally. My family was getting bigger! I had more Deviants than I had secure, safe homes for them. The default five Isolated Securement Units just weren't cutting it anymore. How could I possibly manage this growing army of little allies without expanding my capacity? This is the story of how I learned to increase my Isolated Securement Unit limit, a journey that became essential to my survival and progression.

The Heart of the Matter: Why Expansion is Non-Negotiable

Let's be honest, could you imagine trying to command a battalion with only a handful of barracks? That's exactly what it felt like. Managing Deviants isn't just a side activity; it's the core of efficient gameplay in 2026's Once Human. They are your gatherers, your scouts, your combat support. To progress swiftly through the ever-evolving threats of this world, you need a well-organized and sizable roster of these creatures. Storing them in Isolated Securement Units on your territory is the only way to keep them safe, ready, and their abilities maximized. But with a starting limit of just five units, you hit a wall fast. Every new, fascinating Deviant I bonded with became a logistical headache. The solution? Unlocking expansion Memetics. It's not a luxury; it's a necessity for any serious survivor.

The Path to Expansion: Navigating the Memetic Cradle

The key to everything lies within your own inventory. I remember the moment of discovery vividly. I pressed 'I', opening my Inventory menu—a familiar hub for my items and resources. But the answer wasn't among the piles of Metal Scraps or Energy Links. It was at the very top: the Memetic Cradle. Clicking on it opened a whole new menu, a tree of human knowledge and augmentation specific to this world. This was where our evolution was cataloged.

My target was the Logistics tab. Scrolling down past various efficiency upgrades, I found the crucial section: Ascendance. And there it was, nestled among other advanced blueprints: Securement Unit Expansion I. This was the first gate to a larger Deviant family. Clicking on it revealed the requirements. The game doesn't just hand this to you; you must be prepared. You need specific resources to unlock this fundamental expansion. For the first level, the primary costs are Cipher and Energy Links. Gathering these requires venturing into riskier zones and completing certain challenges, making the expansion feel like a earned achievement, not just a menu click.

Building Your New Units: From Blueprint to Reality

Unlocking the expansion Memetic is only half the battle. It raises your limit, but you still need to build the new units. This is where classic survival crafting comes in. Once the expansion is active, you can place more Isolated Securement Units anywhere within your base's boundaries. But where you put them matters! I learned this the hard way after placing one in a remote corner of my camp. Strategic, easily accessible locations are best for efficient management and quick deployment.

To craft a single Isolated Securement Unit, you'll need to gather:

• 20x Metal Scraps (Common from dismantling old world debris)

• 15x Copper Ingots (Requires mining and smelting copper ore)

• 10x Glass (Crafted from Silica, often found near sandy areas)

Here’s a quick table I started keeping in my journal to track my resource goals for a batch of new units:

Advanced Strategies and Future-Proofing

As of 2026, the system has proven to be tiered. Securement Unit Expansion I is just the beginning. Dedicated players have discovered subsequent expansions—Expansion II, III, and so on—deeper in the Memetic Cradle's Ascendance tree. Each requires progressively rarer resources and higher character progression milestones. Think about it: would the game let you house an endless army with just one upgrade? Of course not! The journey of expansion mirrors your journey as a survivor.

My strategy evolved into a cycle:

1. Explore & Bond with new Deviants to feel the need for space.

2. Focus Objectives to earn the Cipher and Energy Links for the next Memetic unlock.

3. Resource Farming specifically for Metal, Copper, and Silica/Glass in bulk.

4. Build & Optimize placement within my ever-growing base camp.

This loop became as natural as breathing. The Deviants are more than tools; they're companions. Giving them proper homes via an expanded Securement network made my entire operation smoother, safer, and more powerful. It transformed my base from a simple shelter into a true command center for my eclectic family of otherworldly allies. So, if you're feeling the squeeze of five units, know that the path to expansion is clear. It's a challenging path, but one that fundamentally changes your potential in the world of Once Human. What will you build with your expanded Deviant army?