Unexpected Initiative Quest Locations - Arc Raiders Map Guide
The Unexpected Initiative is a multi-region quest in Arc Raiders that sends you across all 5 maps to investigate ARC activity. This guide covers every quest objective location with map references so you can complete it efficiently. Use our interactive maps to pinpoint each location and plan your route.
All Objective Locations by Map
| Map | Key Locations |
|---|---|
| Dam Battlegrounds | Alcantara Power Plant, Northern Bridge, River Bank Outpost, Southern Marshlands |
| The Spaceport | Main Terminal, Hangar Complex, Launch Pad Area, Eastern Warehouses |
| Buried City | Central Marketplace, Western Excavation, Old Amphitheater, Sand Dune Ridge |
| Blue Gate | Mountain Pass Entrance, Central Plateau, Tunnel Junction Alpha, Deep Tunnel Terminal |
| Stella Montis | Top Section Observation Deck, Cable Car Station, Bottom Section Lab, Generator Room |
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Step 1: Receive the Quest
The Unexpected Initiative quest becomes available after reaching a certain progression milestone. You'll receive a transmission directing you to investigate ARC activity across multiple regions. The quest can be tracked through your mission log.
Step 2: Investigate Dam Battlegrounds
Head to Dam Battlegrounds and locate the first set of objective markers. Key investigation points are near the Alcantara Power Plant and the northern bridge. Look for glowing data terminals and ARC research pods. Interact with all marked locations to collect intel fragments.
→ Open Dam Battlegrounds MapStep 3: Gather Intel at The Spaceport
The Spaceport contains critical intel in the hangar complex and near launch pad infrastructure. Search the main terminal building for data logs. Some objectives require reaching elevated positions on warehouse rooftops. Watch for heavy ARC resistance around objective markers.
→ Open The Spaceport MapStep 4: Search Buried City Ruins
Buried City objectives are scattered among the ancient ruins. The central marketplace and excavation sites contain hidden data caches. Some items are buried in sand and require interaction prompts. Navigate carefully — ARC patrols are heavier near quest objectives.
→ Open Buried City MapStep 5: Explore Blue Gate Underground
Blue Gate's quest objectives span both surface and underground areas. The underground tunnel network contains critical data terminals. Surface objectives are near the mountain pass entrance. Make sure to check both levels — missing underground objectives is the most common mistake.
→ Open Blue Gate MapStep 6: Complete at Stella Montis
The final Unexpected Initiative objectives are in Stella Montis research facility. Search both the Top Section and Bottom Section for the remaining data fragments. The conclusion involves a terminal deep in the Bottom Section corridors. Bring supplies — the final area has heavy ARC presence.
→ Open Stella Montis MapTips for Completing Unexpected Initiative
- Use our interactive maps with quest filters to see all objective markers before deploying
- Bring enough ammo and healing — quest objectives often have heavy ARC presence nearby
- Complete objectives near Field Depots first so you can resupply between points
- Blue Gate underground objectives are easy to miss — check both surface and tunnel layers
- The quest can be completed across multiple raids — no need to finish everything in one run
- Coordinate with squad members to cover multiple objectives simultaneously