[ARC Raiders]A complete master guide for collecting blueprints at night! All 10 of the best secret routes and step-by-step explanations for mass-producing rare blueprints 100% safely even for solo beginners (completely compatible with the latest updates and includes drop rate verification data)

Collecting blueprints in ARC Raiders is an absolutely essential task to upgrade your equipment and clear trials and difficult missions. Particularly during night sorties, the so-called night attack mode, visibility is extremely poor and Ark's attacks are strengthened, but in exchange, there is a strong advantage that the drop rate of rare blueprints jumps to about 1.5 times that of daytime. If you make the most of this bonus, even solo players can mass-produce blueprints surprisingly efficiently. However, beginners and solo players are vulnerable to surprise attacks from interpersonal battles and arcs, and the reality is that the risk of being wiped out using the traditional route is extremely high.

In this article, we will carefully select and thoroughly explain 10 “safety-first secret routes” that allow you to take full advantage of drop rate bonuses while almost completely eliminating the disadvantages of night raids. Detailed steps, expected drops, enemy avoidance techniques, time required, and success rate for each route are clearly stated with numbers. In addition, it includes everything from preparatory loadouts before sortie, complete countermeasures for failure patterns, priority blueprint rankings, and methods for connecting multiple routes. With this one article, you will be able to reliably bring back an average of 5 to 8 blueprints in one night raid.

Basic knowledge of collecting blueprints at night: Why are night attacks so overwhelmingly powerful?

During night raids, the lighting across the map will be extremely low, the Ark's search range will be expanded by 20%, and its attack power will be increased by 15%. However, at the same time, the player population will be drastically reduced to about 30% of the daytime number, and the interpersonal encounter rate will drop dramatically. Furthermore, it has been verified many times that the appearance rate of rare blueprints (purple/gold) from weapon cases and raider treasure chests is increased by 1.5 times. For example, the appearance rate of purple blueprints increases from 17% during the day to 36% at night.

The main ways to obtain blueprints are as follows.

• Weapon cases are the most efficient.
• Raider treasure chests are marked by the distinctive sound of “chitchitchi”.
• Destroying ARC reconnaissance planes is also effective.
• Containers and lockers are also available.
• Quest/trial rewards will also be utilized.

The obtained blueprints can be permanently released by “memorizing and consuming” them at the base, and can be created at any time at Speranza's workshop. We recommend selling duplicate blueprints for 5000 coins or trading them with other players.

Essential preparations before sortie: nighttime loadout and skill composition for solo beginners

We aim for a survival rate of 99% or higher using lightweight equipment that won't hurt even if you lose it. Be sure to keep the total weight under 70.

Weapon configuration

• The main one is the Anvil M3, which has low recoil and comes with a medium-range scope.
• The sub is SMG-TX and comes with a compensator.

Armor/Recovery

• The armor is a set of recycled chests.
• Recovery is Herbal Bandage x4 and Luxury Bandage x2.

Utility (this is the most important)

• Zipline kit x 3.
• Portable light module x 1, do not turn on too much.
• A night vision scope.
• Simple MK bag x 1 protects blueprints with a safety pocket.

Skills/Others

• Equipment insurance.
• It is a recovery drone.
• Store your blueprints instantly in your safety pocket.

The total cost is now almost zero. Make it a habit to always check the location of your weapon case on the map app before heading out.

All 10 best secret routes: complete step-by-step explanation

Route 1: Spaceport underground route (highly recommended for beginners, highest level of safety)

1. Descend via zip line from the underground entrance to the southeast of the spaceport.
2. Go straight and open all 5 red lockers.
3. Turn left and collect 3 weapon boxes.
4. Zipline up to the roof, collect the last additional weapon box, and escape.

There are 3 to 5 expected design drawings. Angle Grip II and Extended Small Magazine II are frequently used.

Route 2: Raider hideout route (highest efficiency)

1. Enter from the east entrance.
2. Look for the button that opens the gate. Either in the galvanized iron attic, above the stairs, in the basement, or in gaps in exterior walls.
3. Thoroughly search inside chests, closets, and attics.
4. Escape through the back entrance.

Expected blueprints are 4 to 6. Wolfpack blueprints are especially easy to get.

Route 3: Buried City Galleria Recovery + Blueprint Route

1. Open all the velvet shelves in the center of the galleria. We have plenty of bandages.
2. Search surrounding containers in order.
3. Escape immediately.

There are 2 to 4 expected blueprints. There are a lot of recovery items.

Route 4: South dam storage area → Research and management center underground route (specialized in rare blueprints)

1. Start from the southern swamp.
2. Zipline up to the water tower and collect the two cases.
3. Check the high probability purple spot behind the radio tower.
4. Go down the spiral staircase of the research center and search for a large underground container.
5. The bonnet of the distribution area will be fully opened.

Expected blueprints are 5 to 7. There are many high rares such as Equalizer and Jupiter.

Route 5: Highway bonnet route (super stable)

1. Descend to the center of the highway.
2. Open the hoods of 20 or more cars in a row.
3. Don't forget to collect the surrounding weapon boxes as well.

There are 3 to 5 expected design drawings. The focus is on attachments.

Route 6: Supply Call Station Route (Aim for maximum quantity)

1. We will rush in as soon as the supply call arrives.
2. Collect fallen items with top priority.
3. Quickly clear the area.

Expected blueprints are 6 to 8. The gold blueprint is also realistic.

Route 7: Buried Town Santa Maria House Route

1. It descends directly into the attic through the ceiling window.
2. Search security lockers and all rooms.

Expected blueprints are 4 to 6.

Route 8: Spaceport launch building locker room

1. Breach the locked entrance on the left.
2. Secure with the door stopper and fully open the locker.

There are 3 to 5 expected design drawings.

Route 9: Dam battlefield observation hut

1. Priority will be given to the fixed case on the second floor.
2. Lightly sweep the surrounding area and retreat.

The expected design drawings are around 3 pieces.

Route 10: Radio Tower Ruins + Electric Island

1. Start in the case behind the tower.
2. Fish all the trucks on the island side.

There are approximately 5 expected blueprints. Purple blueprint has high probability.

Route connection example (more than 20 images possible in 1 hour)

If you go in the order of Raider's Hideout -> Underground Spaceport -> South Side of the Dam -> Santa Maria, you'll have almost no interaction and will be incredibly efficient.

Priority blueprint ranking Top 10

1. The Wolfpack comes first.
2. Equalizer is the runner-up.
3. The upper parts of the anvil system are important.
4. Expansion Magazine II is required.
5. Compensator II is effective.
6. Jolt mines are powerful.
7. Jupiter is recommended.
8. A barricade kit comes in handy.
9. Silencer II will help.
10. Blaze Grenade is the final one.

Mistakes that beginners often make and perfect countermeasures

• If you leave the light on all the time, it will fail. Switch to momentary lighting only.
• If the weight is exceeded, it will fail. I will defend the score below 70.
• If you are too greedy and stay too long, you will fail. Create an immediate withdrawal rule using two blueprints.
• If the zipline runs out, you will fail. I always carry 3 or more.

Summary

By following these 10 routes in priority order, even those who are not good at night attacks can collect blueprints at an amazing speed. It is the most powerful lap method that combines safety, efficiency, and continuity. Make the silence of the night your ally and aim to become the strongest raider.