December 22nd kicks off a brand new season in ARC Raiders, and with it, we get a new set of Trials. These challenges, available until December 29th, consist of five engaging tasks. Some are trickier than others, and this guide will equip you with everything you need to tackle them all and snag those coveted three stars.
ARC Raiders Week 9 Trials Guide
The Week 9 Trials are divided into five distinct tasks:
- Search First Wave Husks
- Damage Leapers
- Harvest Plants
- Search Frozen Raider Containers
- Destroy Ticks
How can I search First Wave Husks?
First Wave Husks are remnants of massive, downed robots scattered across the maps. Blue Gate is an optimal location, packed with these metallic skeletons. To maximize your success, wait for the Husk Graveyard condition, as it boosts the number of these interactive remains and doubles your contribution points.
What’s the best strategy to damage Leapers?
Engaging Leapers can be perilous; getting caught in the open might spell disaster. A prime spot is near the elevator at the Water Control building in Dam Battlegrounds. One often patrols that area, and you can safely strike from a nearby bunker, minimizing damage while targeting its joints and eyes to quickly fulfill your damage requirements.
Where can I find plants to harvest?
Every map, except Stella Montis, is a potential goldmine for plant harvesting. The South Swamp area in Dam Battlegrounds is abundant, and if you’re in Blue Gate, head to the Olive Garden in the south. You don’t need a frantic pace to complete this task, as progress rolls over across multiple raids, allowing for a leisurely approach while mixing in other quests.
How do I search Frozen Raider Containers?
Frozen Raider Containers are simply Raider caches blanketed in snow found during the Cold Snap condition. Dam Battlegrounds is a favorite map for this task—refer to the screenshot above for potential container locations, though other maps featuring the Cold Snap can also yield results.
What’s the strategy for destroying Ticks?
Stella Montis shines as the best map for this task, with numerous rooms housing Ticks. They’re easy to defeat but can swarm quickly if you let your guard down. Single-shot weapons are your best friend here, especially shotguns for the close combat needed to take them out effectively.
Getting through the ARC Raiders Week 9 Trials can feel like a whirlwind, but you’ve got what it takes to ace all five tasks. Keep your eyes peeled for the right opportunities, and soon you’ll be racking up those three stars. Have you tackled these Trials already? Share your thoughts in the comments below!