Some missions test your combat skills, others challenge your stealth—but A Symbol of Unification demands both courage and tactical awareness. This seemingly simple flag-hoisting quest in ARC Raiders takes place in one of the game’s most dangerous hotspots, where claiming your symbolic victory means surviving waves of competing raiders. Ready to plant your flag and declare dominance? Here’s everything you need to know.
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ARC Raiders Mission Blueprint
| Quest Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Name | A Symbol of Unification |
| Primary Objective | Hoist the Raiders flag |
| Location | Formical Outpost, Dam Battlegrounds |
| Difficulty | Medium-Hard |
| PvP Risk | Very High |
| Key Item | Raiders flag (found in backpack) |
| Completion Trigger | Flag hoisted on flagpole |
| Recommended Squad Size | 2-3 players |
Step-by-Step Mission Guide
Phase 1: Infiltrate Formical Outpost
Your journey begins at the Formical Outpost within the Dam Battlegrounds—a location notorious for intense player activity. This isn’t a peaceful scenic overlook; it’s a war zone where multiple raiders converge for high-value loot and quest completions. Before charging in, scout the perimeter and identify potential threats.
The Dam Battlegrounds area features varied terrain that can work for or against you. Use natural cover, elevated positions, and building corners to assess the situation before committing. If you spot multiple hostile teams, consider waiting or flanking from an unexpected angle.
Critical Intel: The Formical Outpost sits near Red Lake, providing a distinctive geographical marker. Orient yourself using this landmark to navigate efficiently even under fire.
Phase 2: Secure the Raiders Flag
Once inside the outpost, locate the sheet-metal shed—a modest structure that stands among the industrial debris. This building might seem unremarkable, but it holds your objective. Enter carefully, checking corners for campers who might be waiting for unsuspecting quest runners.
Inside the shed, you’ll find a backpack resting on a bench. Interact with it to loot the Raiders flag. This item takes up inventory space, so ensure you have room before looting. The flag itself carries symbolic weight in ARC Raiders’ storyline, representing the fragile unity among scattered survivor factions.
Survival Tip: Don’t linger in the shed after grabbing the flag. Enclosed spaces become death traps when enemies know your location. Grab and move.
Phase 3: Locate the Flagpole
With the flag secured, your next challenge is finding the flagpole without getting eliminated. The flagpole stands on scaffolding overlooking the stunning yet deadly Red Lake. This elevated position provides excellent visibility—which means you’ll be equally visible to everyone in the area.
The scaffolding structure is relatively exposed, offering minimal cover during the hoisting animation. This design choice is intentional; Embark Studios wants this moment to feel vulnerable and earned. You’re not just completing a quest—you’re making a statement that others will try to silence.
Phase 4: Hoist the Flag and Claim Victory
Approach the flagpole and press and hold your interact button. Your character will begin the flag-hoisting animation, during which you’re temporarily vulnerable. The animation takes several seconds, making this the most dangerous part of the quest.
Once the flag reaches the top of the pole, the quest automatically completes, crediting you with rewards and progression. The sense of accomplishment is heightened by the inherent danger—you’ve not only completed an objective but survived doing it in hostile territory.
Tactical Approaches for Maximum Success
The Speed Run: Rush in during off-peak hours, grab the flag, hoist it, and extract before enemies converge. This high-risk, high-reward approach works best for confident solo players with excellent combat skills.
The Team Fortress: Arrive with a squad. Assign roles—one person grabs the flag, others provide overwatch and cover fire. Communication is crucial. The person hoisting should call out when starting the animation so teammates can intensify suppressive fire.
The Patience Play: Observe the outpost from a distance, waiting for other players to fight among themselves. When the coast clears temporarily, make your move. This methodical approach reduces direct confrontation but requires patience and timing.
The Decoy Maneuver: If playing with teammates, have one player create a distraction elsewhere in the outpost while the flag-bearer moves to the objective. Human nature draws attention toward gunfire, creating windows of opportunity.
Understanding the Symbolic Weight
Beyond gameplay mechanics, this quest carries narrative significance. The flag represents hope for unification among the scattered raiders fighting for survival in ARC Raiders’ post-apocalyptic world. By hoisting it, you’re not just checking off a quest—you’re participating in the game’s deeper story about community, identity, and resistance.
For more insights into ARC Raiders’ evolving narrative and community-driven content, engage with the game’s rich lore elements scattered throughout missions.
For official updates and developer insights, visit Embark Studios to stay connected with the ARC Raiders community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can multiple players complete A Symbol of Unification simultaneously, or is it first-come, first-served?
A: Each player must hoist the flag individually to receive quest credit. However, the flag respawns in the backpack location and the flagpole can be used multiple times by different players. The challenge isn’t availability—it’s surviving long enough to complete the hoisting animation in such a contested area.
Q: What’s the best loadout for completing this high-risk quest in Formical Outpost?
A: Prioritize mobility and close-quarters combat effectiveness. An assault rifle or SMG for versatile engagement ranges, adequate armor (but not so heavy it slows you down), multiple healing items, and grenades for creating space. Consider bringing smoke grenades to obscure your position during the vulnerable hoisting animation. Speed and survivability trump pure firepower for this mission.
