[Ark Raiders]Echoes of Victory Lodge Complete Strategy Guide | Thorough explanation of hideout location, detailed steps, rewards, and tips for avoiding failure

ARC Raiders is a free-to-play PvPvE cooperative survival shooter developed by Embark Studios. In this game, players take on the role of raiders in the underground city of Speranza, exploring the ruined world above ground and collecting resources while battling mechanical enemies known as ARCs and other players. Various quests occur during exploration missions. By clearing them, your trust level will increase and new equipment and stories will be unlocked.

Among them, “Echoes of Victory Lodge” is an exploration quest from Celeste, and is a mission from the beginning to the middle that takes place in the northern part of the Dam Battlefield map. The key to this quest is finding hideouts and collecting items. There are many points where beginners can easily stumble because their locations are difficult to understand.

This guide comprehensively explains how to accurately place map pins, techniques to improve the visibility of hideouts, recommended loadouts, how to deal with ARC enemies, the optimal route for extraction, and even linked strategies for related quests. Packed with practical tips to reduce your failure rate to the bare minimum.

Quest summary and prerequisites

“Echoes of Victory Lodge” is a side quest to increase Celeste's trust. Celeste is an NPC related to Speranza's workshop, and is indispensable for collecting materials and upgrading. Completing this quest will increase her trust level. The next quests “Market Adjustment'' and “Symbol of Unification'' will be unlocked.

basic information

item	detail
Quest name	Echoes of Victory Ridge
client	celeste
Place of occurrence	In front of Celeste in Speranza
Prerequisite quest	Clear “Straight Record”
Recommended level	Workshop level 2 and above, Raider level 5-10
Difficulty level	Low (emphasis on stealth)
Clear conditions	Obtain “Major Iva's Patch” within 1 round, survive and submit it to Celeste
Time required	5-10 minutes
Failure condition	You will die after obtaining the item, or the extraction will fail before the end of the round.

The prerequisite quest “Inherited Memories” is a mission to search for audio logs in the same dam battlefield area. If you haven't completed this first, return to Speranza and talk to Celeste to check the quest tree. You can also order from the quest board. It is most reliable to receive directly from Celeste.

Detailed map and location explanation

Victory Lodge is located in the northwestern part of the Dam Battlefield map. Please mark the POI marked “West Broken Bridge” on the map. This area is relatively safe early to mid-match. In the second half, other players and ARC's Rocketeer will be patrolling.

How to place map pins (step by step)

1. Open the map before dropping.
2. Select Dumb Battlefield.
3. Zoom in to the north and look for the words “Broken Bridge of the West.”
4. Place the pin directly below the first letter “B”.
5. Aim near this pin when dropping (choose the northwest route with the helicopter).

Once you arrive, walk south from the north end, checking for debris from the collapsed highway. The hideout is a gap in the ground with an entrance containing two barrels and a wooden box. It is difficult to see from the north, so change your perspective to the south and look for it. The height of the entrance is high enough to enter by crouching down.

Complete strategy (detailed guide with zero failures)

This quest is simple, but the survival rate after obtaining the item is the key. The following is the best route that emphasizes stealth and haste.

Step 1: Drop and move (0-2 minutes)

• Loadout selection: Free Loadout is recommended (described later). Safe pockets are a must.
• Drop: From the northwest helicopter, head directly over the broken bridge to the west.
• Tips while on the move:
  • Avoid ARC patrol drones. Always keep an eye on the sky to avoid gunshots.
  • When encountering other players, either be friendly or destroy them immediately (PvP allowed).
  • The route heads south along the forest.

Step 2: Find hideout and get items (2-4 minutes)

• After reaching the north end, move 200m south.
• Search the bottom right side of the collapsed highway (crouch to check for a gap).
• Entrance entry: Crouch and crawl.
• Inside: Go straight and interact with the small metal box (yellow prompt will appear).
• Item obtained: Major Aiva's patch. Store it in your safe pocket immediately.

Gimmick details: The hideout is small and impossible for enemies to invade. Boxes are fixed spawns, not random. Since the recovery sound is low, it is possible to maintain stealth.

Step 3: Extract and Submit (4-10 minutes)

• Extraction point: North combined elevator or power plant hall/swamp hatch. Move east 500m.
• Route: Avoid the bridge and detour around the east side of the forest. Beware of Rocketeer patrols.
• After calling the elevator, hide and wait when ARC attacks.
• After returning to Speranza, submit it to Celeste and clear it.

Recommended loadout and build

This is essential because without a safe pocket, death = failure. Introducing a build example for the early stages.

slot	equipment	reason
primary	MK4 SMG	Suitable for close-range stealth combat
secondary	pistol with silencer	Silent kill is possible
Augment	Safe pocket (required) + stealth boots	It is possible to protect items and erase footsteps.
tool	grappling hook	High speed movement is possible
consumable	Medkit x2, frag grenade	Helpful for emergency escape

Prioritize stealth skills in the skill tree. It will be more comfortable if you strengthen your SMG in advance at the workshop.

Points to note and avoidance of failure patterns

• Biggest Trap: Staying too long after obtaining items can lead to sniping and ARC gathering. The golden rule is to collect and escape immediately.
• PvP Countermeasures: There are many high ground snipers on the bridge, so try to move at low altitude.
• ARC handling
  

  enemy species	Weakness	handle
  rocketeer	back jet	Grapple close range fire is effective
  patrol drone	bottom sensor	Pistol headshots are effective

• In rare cases, there is a bug that makes it impossible to interact with the box. In that case, we will respond by re-entering the match.
• Solo is recommended (you can monopolize items). When multiplayer, please be sure to collaborate via voice chat.

Details of rewards and how to use them

• Crude Bomb x6: Perfect for workshop demolition crafting.
• Processor x2: Very valuable as an electronics upgrade material.
• Music box x1: Can be exchanged for a large amount of money. Comes with Celeste reliability bonus.

Example of use: You can use crude bombs to make the explosion gimmick of the next quest “Balanced Harvest” more efficient. Processors are effective when used for augment slot expansion.

Related quests and efficient progression routes

This quest is the third in the Celeste line. Linked strategy example:

1. “Inherited Memories” → Echoes of Victory Lodge → “Market Adjustment”
2. Simultaneously: “Desolate Garden” can also be collected at the Dam Battlefield

Efficiency Tips: You can accept up to 3 quests at the same time. Progress will be smoother if you prioritize material-related matters.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q: I can't find my hideout.

A: Look for the barrel under “B”, facing south. Zoom is required.

Q: What happens if I die?

A: Safe pockets keep your items safe. If not, you will have to try again.

Q: What should I do if I get interrupted by multiplayer?

A: Please immediately PvP or avoid the area. Solo matches are the most stable.

Q: Are there any lots other than rewards?

A: There are three containers around the hideout. Additional resources can be reliably recovered.

summary

“Echoes of Victory Lodge” is a quest that is all about location and stealth. If you follow this guide, you will definitely be able to clear it the first time. Use the rewards to advance the Celeste line and strengthen Speranza more and more. Exploration in Ark Raiders is endless. Next, aim to conquer all POIs on the dam battlefield. We are looking forward to your clear report!