How to Complete the Herc the Merc Challenge in BitLife

Author : Nicholas Feb 20,2025

Conquer the Herc the Merc Challenge in BitLife: A Step-by-Step Guide

This BitLife challenge blends gym workouts with a touch of…elimination. The Assassin's Blade is helpful, but not essential. Let's break down how to succeed.

Challenge Objectives:

  • Born in Greece
  • 100% Health
  • 10+ Gym Visits (Post-18)
  • Strangle 5+ Enemies
  • Marry Someone Met at the Gym

1. Greek Beginnings:

Create a new life, selecting Greece as your birthplace. The Crime Special Talent (from Job Packs) is advantageous for later stages.

2. Maintaining Peak Health:

Maintaining 100% health requires proactive choices. Avoid risky behaviors (alcohol, drugs, unprotected sex). Focus on health-boosting activities: gym visits, walks, seeking medical attention when needed, healthy diets, meditation, and alternative treatments. Prayer can provide a temporary health boost.

3. Gym Rat:

Once you turn 18, regularly visit the gym (Activities > Mind and Body > Gym). This also increases your chances of meeting a potential spouse. Remember, you don't need to hit 10 visits in a single year. A job is recommended to fund your gym habit.

4. Eliminating the Competition:

You'll need enemies. You might acquire them naturally, or proactively create them via the Relationships tab (select a friend, choose "Become Enemies"). Once you have targets, initiate murder (Activities > Crime > Murder). Select "Strangle Them" as the method. If this option isn't available, refresh the menu by closing and reopening it. Repeat until you've eliminated at least five enemies. It's advisable to tackle this after other objectives, as jail time can hinder progress.

5. Gym Romance:

If you haven't met a gym date, use the Date option (Activities > Love > Date). Look for the "Met at the gym" indicator. Accept the date, cultivate your relationship, and propose marriage.

BitLife Strangle Them Murder Option

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BitLife Date option at the Gym

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That's it! You've conquered the Herc the Merc Challenge. While helpful, special talents and items aren't mandatory for success.