New to ARC Raiders and feeling overwhelmed? The “Picking Up The Pieces” quest from Shani is your perfect introduction to the game’s looting mechanics—and it’s refreshingly simple. Three containers, one location, and you’re done.
This beginner-friendly mission teaches essential survival skills while rewarding you with your first proper weapon. Let’s break down exactly how to complete it in under 10 minutes.
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ARC Raiders Overview: What You’re Getting Into
| Quest Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Shani (Speranza Hub) |
| Difficulty | Beginner-Friendly |
| Objectives | Visit a loot POI, open 3 containers |
| Recommended Map | Dam Battlegrounds – Old Battlegrounds |
| Time to Complete | 5-10 minutes |
| Rewards | Rattler III rifle + 100 medium rounds |
Why This Quest Matters
While “Picking Up The Pieces” seems basic, it’s actually teaching you fundamental ARC Raiders mechanics you’ll use in every raid:
- Map navigation: Reading and interpreting loot category icons
- Resource management: Understanding different container types
- Extraction basics: Getting in, looting efficiently, and getting out alive
Master these concepts now, and harder quests like Flickering Threat or Eyes on the Prize become significantly easier.
Step-by-Step Completion Guide
Step 1: Accept the Quest from Shani
Head to Speranza Hub and locate Shani among the traders. She’s usually positioned near the entrance area. Accept “Picking Up The Pieces” from her quest menu.
Step 2: Choose Your Loot POI
Open your in-raid map and look for the loot category icon—it appears as a distinctive marker showing various supply categories. You’ll find these across all maps, but we recommend Old Battlegrounds on Dam Battlegrounds for beginners.
Why Old Battlegrounds?
- Lower player traffic compared to hotspots
- Manageable AI enemy density
- Multiple containers clustered together
- Easy extraction routes
Alternative beginner-friendly locations include Research & Administration, Control Tower, and Power Generation Complex on the same map.
Step 3: Deploy and Navigate to Old Battlegrounds
Start a raid on Dam Battlegrounds. Once deployed, open your map to orient yourself and set a marker on Old Battlegrounds. The area features abandoned military structures with plenty of cover.
Pro Tip: Travel along the map edges initially to avoid early PvP encounters. Check your quest tab upon arrival—objective one (reach the POI) should automatically complete.
Step 4: Loot Three Containers
This is the heart of the quest. Simply find and open any three loot containers in the area. Containers come in different forms:
- Supply crates (wooden/metal boxes)
- Equipment lockers (tall standing containers)
- Weapon racks (wall-mounted storage)
- Ammo boxes (small containers)
All count toward your objective. Don’t overthink it—grab whatever you find first. The quest tracks your progress automatically, showing “Containers Looted: X/3” in your quest log.
Looting Tip: Hold the interaction key until the progress bar completes. Releasing early cancels the action, wasting precious seconds.
Step 5: Extract Successfully
Once you’ve looted three containers, your quest updates to “complete.” Now you must extract—surviving long enough to reach an extraction point and successfully leave the raid.
Check your map for extraction zones (marked with helicopter icons). Choose the nearest one and move cautiously. Remember: quest completion only counts if you extract alive.
Step 6: Claim Your Rewards
Back at Speranza Hub, return to Shani to claim your rewards:
Rattler III Assault Rifle
- Moderate ARC armor penetration
- Perfect starter weapon for early-game raids
- Effective against both players and AI enemies
100 Medium Rounds
- Enough ammunition for 2-3 raids
- Universal ammo type for multiple weapons
These rewards provide a solid foundation for tackling more advanced quests like Down to Earth or farming Sentinel Firing Cores.
Maximizing Your Efficiency
Multitask While You’re There: Old Battlegrounds contains additional loot beyond your three required containers. Fill your backpack with supplies since you’re already risking the raid.
Learn Container Types: Pay attention to which containers contain what. Blue containers typically hold resources, while orange ones contain weapons and equipment.
Practice Safe Looting: Always position yourself with cover nearby. If you hear gunfire or footsteps, abandon looting immediately—survival matters more than quest completion.
What Comes After?
With “Picking Up The Pieces” complete, you’ve unlocked the foundation for all future raiding. Consider tackling these next:
- Espresso Quest – Resource gathering practice
- Blue Gate Tunnels Exploration – Map knowledge building
- Trader relationship quests – Build reputation for better gear access
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Complete This Quest on Any Map or Only Dam Battlegrounds?
You can complete “Picking Up The Pieces” on any map in ARC Raiders—Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, or The Blue Gate all work perfectly. The quest simply requires visiting any location marked with a loot category icon and opening three containers. However, Dam Battlegrounds (specifically Old Battlegrounds POI) is recommended for beginners because it offers balanced risk-reward: plenty of containers with moderate enemy presence and lower PvP traffic compared to hotspots like Launch Tower on Spaceport. Once you’re comfortable with the game’s mechanics, feel free to complete similar quests on any map that fits your comfort level.
What Happens If I Die Before Extracting?
If you die before extracting, you’ll lose all progress made during that specific raid—including the quest completion. Even if you successfully looted all three containers, the quest won’t register as complete unless you survive and extract. The good news: you can immediately start a new raid and try again. Your quest progress doesn’t reset permanently, and there’s no penalty beyond losing the time invested in that failed raid. This mechanic reinforces ARC Raiders’ core extraction shooter philosophy: loot means nothing until you extract successfully. Consider this quest excellent practice for the high-stakes gameplay you’ll experience in endgame content.
