The biting wind whipped across Stella Montis as I crouched behind a rusted transport, Raiders swarming nearby. I had one shot to grab the Ion Sputter and get out. My contact, Shani, was counting on me, and extraction was the only option. With the Headwinds update adding the ‘With a View’ quest to ARC Raiders, earning those rewards became a lifeline.
This quest sends you into dangerous territory to locate a specific item in Stella Montis, after getting the go-ahead from Shani. Let’s break down exactly how to finish it.
ARC Raiders: ‘With a View’ Quest Walkthrough
Think of a mechanic meticulously tracing wires, each connection vital. The ‘With a View’ quest in ARC Raiders demands a similar attention to detail. Here’s how to dismantle it:
- Acquire a Rotary Encoder.
- Go to one of the Control Rooms near the Assembly Line.
- Use the Rotary Encoder to activate the server switch.
- Use a nearby computer to ID the right parts.
- Give an Ion Sputter to Shani.
The Rotary Encoder, an Exodus material, can be elusive. My own came from a drawer in the Medical area. Remember, loot is dynamic, shifting with each raid. The odds are like a lottery, so be prepared to search several locations within ARC Raiders to find Exodus materials.
Where can you find Rotary Encoders in ARC Raiders?
Keep your eyes peeled in high-loot areas within Stella Montis. Medical bays, engineering stations, and even hidden caches can hold what you need.
Next, head to the Assembly area in Stella Montis. The control rooms there each contain a yellow-colored lever for activating the Rotary Encoder. Tuck that Encoder into your secure pocket once you’re done.
Find a computer terminal bank nearby. Interact with it, and you’re almost there! Extract with the Rotary Encoder to move forward with the ‘With a View’ quest.
What happens if you die after activating the Rotary Encoder?
Death is only a setback. If you die after activating the Rotary Encoder but before extracting, you’ll have to repeat the steps, securing a new Encoder and reactivating the system.
The final act: Deliver an Ion Sputter to Shani. Like the Encoder, the Ion Sputter is an Exodus material scattered throughout Stella Montis. Search, or simply hand over one from your existing supplies.
What rewards do you get for completing ‘With a View?’
Finishing this quest nets you:
- Five Steel Springs
- Five Wire
- Tactical Mk. II loadout
With the ‘With a View’ quest settled, are you ready for the next challenge that Stella Montis throws your way?