Arc Raiders Guide: How to Complete the “Outstanding Balance” Quest
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This quest follows Tian Wen’s quest for justice as she attempts to recover a stolen Bastion Cell from a raider named Dodger. To succeed, you’ll need to navigate the treacherous environments of Blue Gate and Pilgrim’s Peak, locate hidden items, and extract safely—all within a single round. Here is your comprehensive guide to settling the score.
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Phase 1: Locating Dodger’s Stash
Your journey begins in the Traffic Tunnel, situated at the heart of the Blue Gate region. This area is highly contested, crawling with both hostile raiders and lethal robotic units, so ensure you are well-equipped before entering.
Navigation Steps:
- Enter the underground tunnel system and head toward the northwest road.
- Scan the right-hand corner for a small campsite marked by a parked truck and a blue tarpaulin.
- The stash is located directly beneath the tarpaulin, manifested as a rack filled with various boxes.
Pro Tip: The Traffic Tunnel is notoriously dark. If you don’t have a light source, you might walk right past the objective. Be prepared: interacting with the cache triggers a boobytrap explosion. While it marks your progress, it also alerts nearby enemies to your position.
Phase 2: Reaching Dodger’s Deal Spot
Once the stash is “cleared,” Tian Wen will redirect you to Pilgrim’s Peak. For the most efficient route, look for the zipline lift located in the small central tunnel within the Traffic Tunnel system.
How to Secure the Note:
- Navigate to the large red antenna tower at Pilgrim’s Peak.
- Take the zipline to the maintenance room located just below the tower’s summit. Alternatively, if you are already at the top of the peak, you can drop through the floor opening to access the room.
- Look between the red electrical boxes to find Dodger’s Bag.
Interacting with the bag will grant you Dodger’s Note. This is a critical quest item. To complete the mission, you must extract from the map with this note in your inventory. We highly recommend placing the note in your Safe Pocket immediately to prevent losing progress if you are eliminated before extraction.
Quest Rewards & Impact
After a successful extraction, return to Tian Wen to hand over the note. In exchange for your efforts, you will receive high-tier modifications and cosmetic items to enhance your loadout.
| Reward Item | Category |
|---|---|
| Gothic Graffiti Aviator | Color/Cosmetic |
| Extended Medium Mag II | Weapon Attachment |
| Silencer II | Weapon Attachment |
Completing Outstanding Balance is a prerequisite for the Settled in Full follow-up quest. This next challenge will require you to hunt down a Bastion and deliver its cell to Tian Wen, further testing your skills as a Raider.
