Successfully navigating the 'Keeping an Eye Out' quest within Arc Raiders' 'Shrouded Sky' update can be a challenge due to imprecise in-game guidance. This mission, initially directing players to a collapsed highway near Barren Clearing, actually requires heading to an area closer to Adorned Wreckage on Blue Gate. The journey involves a series of steps to access a secluded hideout and complete a specific objective, offering a unique blend of exploration and puzzle-solving for players.
The quest, while seemingly straightforward in its initial description, demands careful attention to environmental clues and a strategic approach to movement. Players must first identify the correct starting location, then master a particular traversal technique involving ziplines to reach the hidden sanctuary. Upon arrival, a simple yet crucial action concludes the mission, rewarding players with in-game items that, while not always essential, represent the culmination of a well-executed expedition.
Locating Bilguun's Secret Refuge
The quest 'Keeping an Eye Out' in Arc Raiders presents a navigational puzzle, with its initial objective suggesting an incorrect search area. Players are instructed to look for a collapsed highway near the Barren Clearing, which is misleading. The actual target, Bilguun's hidden shelter, is situated closer to the Adorned Wreckage in the southern part of Blue Gate. To begin, players should head to the southwest boundary of the map, specifically where the remnants of the highway are visible. Upon reaching this location, the quest objective will update, confirming the correct general vicinity and setting the stage for the next phase of the mission, which involves pinpointing the exact entrance to the clandestine hideout.
Once in the vicinity of the Adorned Wreckage, the next task is to pinpoint the entrance to Bilguun's shelter. The hideout is cunningly concealed within a section of the old highway, characterized by a visible stop sign and an opening at its far end. The method for reaching this secluded spot is somewhat intricate: players must first ascend the destroyed road towards the Highway Collapse, positioning themselves directly above the hideout's location. From there, a zipline offers a route back towards the Adorned Wreckage. The critical maneuver involves riding this zipline and, at the last possible moment, dismounting to grasp a ledge, allowing access into the small room housing the shelter. Alternatively, a direct drop from the highway's edge into the hideout is also feasible. Inside, the quest objective is to photograph a piece of artwork on the back wall, after which players can utilize the nearby Forest Airshaft for extraction.
Mission Completion and Rewards
Once inside Bilguun's hidden sanctuary, the primary goal of the 'Keeping an Eye Out' quest is deceptively simple: players are required to capture an image of the artwork adorning the back wall. This final step marks the successful completion of the objective within the shelter. Following this, players will find themselves needing to descend to the ground level from the elevated hideout. Fortunately, an extraction point, the Forest Airshaft, is conveniently located nearby, allowing for a swift departure from the area. This strategic placement ensures that the mission's conclusion is as efficient as its initial navigation was complex, bringing a sense of accomplishment to the player.
Upon returning to Celeste and officially handing in the completed quest, players are presented with a set of rewards: five Pulse Mines and one Flame Spray. These items are characterized as useful yet specialized tools within the game's arsenal. While their utility may vary depending on individual playstyles and situational needs, the game acknowledges their niche applications. The narrative concludes with a personal reflection on the practical value of these rewards, noting that despite their potential, they were ultimately deemed non-essential and discarded. This detail subtly highlights the diversity of in-game resources and the player's agency in deciding their relevance, encapsulating the entire quest experience from intricate navigation to the final disposition of earned items.
