So you’ve just dropped into Arc Raiders, wondering why everything wants to kill you and what that mysterious lady named Shani actually wants. Welcome to your first real mission — “Picking Up the Pieces.” Let’s get you through it alive and a little richer.
🧭 What Is “Picking Up the Pieces”?
This is the very first quest in Arc Raiders — the game’s tutorial-style mission that quietly teaches you how extraction works, how loot tiers behave, and how not to die two minutes after spawning.
You’ll get this quest from Shani, the first trader you meet in the Bunker hub. Traders are your lifeline in this game: they sell weapons, gadgets, and basically anything that keeps you breathing longer.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1. Talk to Shani
Accept the mission from her dialogue menu. She’ll brief you on scavenging and extraction basics — consider it “how to survive 101.”
2. Open Your Map and Spot Loot Zones
Once active, the map lights up with yellow and red squares.
- 🟨 Yellow = Moderate threat + mid-tier loot
- 🟥 Red = High threat + better loot (and higher chance of dying like a hero)
Pick one that suits your current loadout and nerves.
3. Loot Three Containers
Head into one of those zones and start looting. You need to open any three containers — they don’t have to be in the same building.
💡 Pro Tip:
Indoor boxes are usually safer since ARC patrols can’t flank you as easily. Keep an ear out for the tell-tale “click” of mechanical enemies nearby.
4. Extract Safely
Once your loot quota’s done, the objective updates: reach an extraction point.
Extraction is your end-of-mission payday. If you die before extracting, your loot and quest progress vanish faster than an unguarded trinket chest.
Head to the extraction icon, keep low, and avoid unnecessary firefights. When the elevator doors finally shut, congratulations — quest complete.
🎁 Rewards for Completing Picking Up the Pieces
This first mission’s all about teaching the ropes, so don’t expect legendary loot — yet. Still, you’ll walk away with:
- 🪖 Kettle – A reliable starter weapon
- 🔫 100 Light Ammo – Enough to test-fire your new toy
It’s small, but hey — every raider starts somewhere.
🔗 Related Guides
- 💡 Arc Raiders Tips & Tricks to Progress Faster
- 🤖 Scrappy Leveling Guide – All Item Locations
- 💥 How to Kill ARCs Efficiently and Farm Components
🧠 Final Thoughts
“Picking Up the Pieces” may look simple, but it’s Arc Raiders in a nutshell: loot smart, pick your fights, and always extract safely. Once you’ve cleared it, the real grind — and fun — begins.
