I was three meters from a Firefly when the world went orange—its flamethrower opened a corridor of heat and I felt the raid narrow to a single choice: fight or burn. You probably already know the sting of that decision. I’ll show you how to turn that moment into a guaranteed haul.
On any raid you can hear the incendiary hiss before you see it — How to Get Firefly Burner in Arc Raiders
I’ve chased rares across Steam threads and Discord posts, and the Firefly Burner is the kind of drop that makes squads change routes. You get one only by destroying a Firefly unit — an armored aerial ARC that uses a flamethrower designed to erase mistakes.
Short version: find a Firefly, keep your distance, chew through its health with high-damage weapons, and scavenge the wreck. The Firefly is a torch in a storm; it lights the map and forces decisions. If you want the Burner reliably, plan the engagement rather than hoping it spawns at your feet.
How do I get the Firefly Burner?
Yes, the drop is specific: only Firefly units drop the Firefly Burner. You can’t craft it, buy it in the hub, or find it in a chest. You must bring the Firefly down and scavenge its wreckage. That makes each sighting feel like a ticking prize.
On most maps the Firefly appears above common choke points — Where to find the Firefly in Arc Raiders?
Players report Firefly spawns on every map, including high-traffic zones where ground forces congregate. Unlike ground-only threats, the Firefly moves freely over walls and corridors, so walls won’t protect you.
Scan the sky above plazas, extraction routes, and objective clusters. The Firefly behaves like the Wasp and Hornet: mobile, aggressive, and drawn to firefights. If a battle breaks out, check the overhead lanes — that’s where the Firefly prefers to insert itself.
Where does the Firefly spawn on Stella Montis?
Reports show the Firefly does spawn on Stella Montis. Unlike some other ARC types that skip certain maps, the Firefly’s aerial role keeps it present across the board. Treat every map as a potential Firefly encounter and route your raid team accordingly.
On the workbench it becomes a small but meaningful tool — How to use the Firefly Burner
I tested the Burner at the Explosives Station and the results were straightforward: it’s raw material with a purpose. You can use the Firefly Burner to craft the Trailblazer Grenade at an Explosives Station Level 3 Workbench.
- Recipe — Explosives Station Level 3 Workbench:
- 1x Firefly Burner
- 1x Synthesized Fuel
- 2x Crude Explosives
Recycle and salvage are valid alternatives if you prefer materials over the finished grenade.
Recycle
- 2× ARC Alloy
- 2× Crude Explosives
Salvage
- 2× Crude Explosives
What is the Firefly Burner used for?
The obvious use is Trailblazer Grenades, but recycling feeds your ARC Alloy stock and salvage gives you explosives. If you play frequently on PC via Steam or on consoles (PlayStation, Xbox), think about whether your roster needs grenades or base materials more — the choice changes loadout planning on future raids.
On squads that prepare, fights become manageable — tactics, tools, and community sources
I lean on a short checklist before any Firefly hunt: mark likely spawn lanes, bring long-range or high-burst weapons, and assign a skywatcher to call the bird. Reddit threads, Discord servers, and YouTube creators often share spawn clips that help predict patterns faster than trial-and-error alone.
Weapon tip: high single-shot damage and steady suppression work better than sustained close-range sprays. If you’re running with friends over voice chat, set a suppress-and-peel rhythm: one player draws fire while two focus damage. If you solo, kite to cover and trade shots from mid-range.
The Burner is a match that starts a chain reaction — it lets you make grenades or stockpile alloys—so choose your endgame before you strip the carcass.
Should I chase every Firefly sighting?
No. If your squad is carrying fragile objectives or low medkits, every Firefly fight is risk versus reward. If your team has heavy weapons and a healer, it’s worth the detour. Use platform tools — Steam guides, community Discords, and clip collections on YouTube — to learn safe engagement angles before you commit.
So tell me: will you turn every Firefly into a payday for grenades and alloys, or leave some of them burning in the sky to avoid the risk?