How to complete Source of Contamination in ARC Raiders – Destructoid

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The Source of Pollution quest will send you on an investigation into ARK Raiders to find out what is ruining the water supply to Spiranza.

You start the quest after receiving it from Celeste. Structurally, the quest is quite simple, where you have to look for the source of what spoils the water. This guide will help you complete the quest without any hassle.

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Walkthrough of the ARC Raiders quest “Source of Pollution”

The Source of Pollution quest can be divided into the following parts.

  • Get to the water treatment building at the dam.
  • Locate the flood water intake near the swamp.
  • Investigate any suspicious objects

The first task is to get to the water treatment building. The location is in the south-central part of the Dam Battlegrounds map. I have marked this location in the image below to make it easier for you to complete the quest.

Water Treatment Control Building at ARC Raiders
ARC Raiders Water Treatment Control Building. Screenshot and remix by Destructoid

Once you reach the east side of the building, you will notice stairs going up. Don't climb stairs; turn right instead and you'll find a hole. The pit is hidden, so approach the ladder and face it. Go down into the hole, and in the middle of the water there is a barrel.

Suspicion of water contamination
Suspicion of water contamination. Screenshot Destructoid

Close the barrel to complete research on the item. Don't worry; although the water is toxic, you will not take any damage. There is also a bunch of mullein growing in this area, which will help you craft medical items. Once the investigation is complete, speak with Celeste when you return to Speranza to complete the quest.

Rewards for the quest “Source of Pollution” ARC Raiders

Here's the full list of items you'll receive after completing the Source of Pollution quest in ARK Raiders.

  • Five steel springs
  • Five duct tape
  • One component mod

To get more rewards you can complete quests like Espresso And Tribute to Toledo.


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