[ARC Raiders]Bastion Complete Strategy Guide 2025 Latest Edition | Covers how to defeat Bastion easily in solo mode, thorough explanation of all weak points, list of appearance locations on all maps, recommended weapons and equipment, and how to obtain large amounts of rewards.

This guide will thoroughly explain how anyone can easily defeat Bastion, the large ARC enemy that many players struggle with in ARC Raiders. Bastion is a walking fortress covered in thick armor, and the ferocious fire of its Gatling cannon is a major threat. However, if you accurately understand the weak points and learn the appropriate countermeasures, even a solo player can defeat it without taking any damage.

In this article, we will explain everything in detail, focusing on a super easy strategy using Blaze Grenade, as well as direct attack methods, one-hit kill techniques, terrain interaction, and notes on compatibility with the latest patch. We have packed a wealth of information that can be used as reference for everyone from beginners to advanced users. Master the strategy, get a large amount of valuable Bastion Cells, and accelerate the strengthening of your workshop and the creation of powerful weapons.

What is Bastion? Complete understanding of characteristics, attack patterns, and threat level

First, let's learn some basic information about Bastion. Bastion, which is classified as medium to large among ARC Raiders' ARCs, is a fortress-type unit deployed by the ARC faction to fully defend resource reserves. It has four thick legs and is covered in heavy armor. Although it moves very slowly and lacks maneuverability, it is equipped with a powerful Gatling cannon that makes up for this, allowing it to thoroughly control patrol areas.

Bastion's main attack pattern

Bastion's attacks are simple, but their power and durability are extraordinary. The details are as follows.

• Gatling strafing (main attack): As soon as it captures a player, it starts firing continuously. The pre-launch operation is short, and the gun shifts to full-auto fire within 1 second. The damage is lethal and can penetrate even moderate cover. The range ranges from medium to long range, and once captured, it is difficult to escape.
• Drone summon (auxiliary attack): At the start of battle, small drones such as Wasp and Hornet are often accompanied, and these hinder the player. If you leave the drone alone, it will be attacked from behind and destroyed by simultaneous response with Bastion itself.
• Other features: Shooting may resume even while reloading, so don't let your guard down. Head-on encounters on open ground are extremely dangerous and immediate retreat is recommended.

The threat level is very high and you need to be especially careful when soloing. However, if you hit the weak point, which is a gap in the armor, you can deal damage efficiently. Next, let's take a closer look at the weaknesses.

Complete list of Bastion's weak points | Identify areas that cause large damage while ignoring armor

Bastion's strength is its armor, but there are clear weaknesses. By attacking these with priority, you will receive direct damage that ignores armor.

Major weak points

1. Yellow joint of the leg (kneecap): This is an exposed area where there is no ARC armor. Concentrating attacks on this will destroy the legs and put Bastion in a down state. The down time is about 5 to 10 seconds, and you can use this opportunity to get behind them. It can be destroyed quickly with rapid-fire weapons.
2. Yellow cylinder on the back (charger pack/canister): This is the biggest weakness. When destroyed, the rear armor will peel off, exposing the white core (barrel-shaped part) inside. Attacking this core will cause explosive damage and bring you closer to defeat.
3. Core after exposure (rear barrel): This is the real vital point that appears after the cylinder is destroyed. Any weapon can deal great damage, and can be instantly killed with rapid fire.

Tips for attacking weak points

• The knee can be destroyed with one or two shots (when using a rapid-fire weapon).
• Aim the cylinder from a medium distance and move behind it while it is down.
• Explosive damage has been adjusted in the latest patch, making grenades a little less effective than before, but it's no problem if you prioritize weaknesses.

Simply understanding these weaknesses will increase your combat efficiency by more than three times.

List of Bastion locations on all maps | Complete map of the best spots for solo hunting

Bastion appears randomly, but with a high probability in certain areas. We will preferentially introduce safe spots recommended for solo travelers.

Blue Gate (Solo strongest recommended map)

• Traffic tunnel under the base: Narrow entrance allows for terrain interaction. Bastion will get stuck at the entrance, allowing you to attack him one-sidedly.
• Around the outer gate/maintenance bunker: There are plenty of high positions.

buried city

• Parking garage: It's easy to aim for your knees from the roof.
• Street outside the hospital, around Santa Maria House, Marano Park: There are many buildings and there is plenty of shielding.

Stella Monteith

• Cargo entrance: Many fireballs are produced and grenades can be replenished.

spaceport

• West container yard, east hangar, container storage, departure building: You can cut the line of sight with containers.

dam battlefield

• Hydroponic Dome Comprehensive Facility/Test Annex: Due to the unique structure of a dam, high ground is advantageous.

In these locations, it is easier to avoid the fishermen when you enter around 10 minutes remaining.

Super easy way to defeat solo ①: How to use Blaze Grenade (must see for beginners, no damage guaranteed)

Make use of the Blaze Grenades lying in the warehouse.

preparations

• Blaze Grenades: 5 (free loadout or acquired through exploration)
• Main Weapon: High damage weapon such as Renegade, Ferro, Anvil (medium to large ammo)
• Sub: Any sniper

Detailed instructions (step by step)

1. Positioning: Find Bastion from behind buildings or on high ground. Choose a location that completely blocks the Gatling line of fire.
2. Throw Grenade: Throw 5 blaze grenades from a building in a row. Fire damage melts armor and exposes knee weak points. Never expose while throwing to ensure safety.
3. Confirmation of down: If the knees are destroyed by the flames and the enemy is down, use the opportunity to fire 10 Renegade shots at the cylinder on the back.
4. Destruction: A cylinder explosion exposes the core and ends with an additional shot. It takes 1 to 2 minutes.

Why is it easy?

Blaze grenades are particularly effective against ground-based ARCs and have high sustained damage. You can avoid shooting 100% by using buildings. Proven solo.

Super easy way to defeat solo ②: Direct attack (knee down → back core attack) | Excellent stability

This is a standard strategy and can be used with any weapon.

procedure

1. Fires the knee joint repeatedly from cover (Venator recommended).
2. Once it's down, get behind it and destroy the cylinder.
3. After exposing the core, empty fire the full magazine.
4. When it gets up, hide and repeat (defeat it in 2 to 3 cycles).

If you guide it into a narrow passage, Bastion will get stuck and get stuck.

Advanced technique ③: Deadline one-hit kill & terrain interaction

• deadline: Attach an epic mine to the back cylinder and blow it up. It is limited to traders only once a day, but it can be destroyed immediately.
• Terrain fit: Guided detonation is performed at tunnel entrances and explosive canisters.

Deadline combo after stunning with Jolt Mine is also powerful.

Complete list of recommended weapons, equipment, and skills | Solo/multiplayer compatible

main weapon

• Venator: Rapid fire rate and fastest knee destruction.
• Torrent (LMG): Core can be scraped with sustained firepower.
• Anvil/Ferro: Penetration can ignore armor.

sub weapon

• Sniper: Capable of knee precision shooting.
• Grenade Launcher: Provides long-distance support.

Throwables/Items

• Blaze Grenade: Deals continuous fire damage.
• Wolfpack: High damage alternative.
• Deadline: A blow is possible.
• Hornet Driver: This is a countermeasure against drones.

Skill/Passive

• Stamina Enhancement: For hit and away.
• Improved throwing accuracy: Improves grenade accuracy.

When using multiplayer, you can defeat the enemy in 30 seconds by dividing the roles (one person in charge of knees, one person behind).

Complete list of Bastion rewards | Acquire a large amount of Bastion cells to accelerate reinforcement

The reward for defeating them is luxurious.

• Experience points: Destroy 500XP + parts collection 250XP to 500XP (total 1500XP or more)
• drop:
  • Bastion Cells: 3 to 9 (average 4 to 6). This is a required material for Workshop Lv3.
  • ARC alloy, ARC working core, advanced ARC battery, ARC circuit, ARC soft rubber
  • Medium gun parts, medium ammunition

The collection timing is to loot immediately after defeating it. Be wary of fishermen.

Points to note/common mistakes and workarounds | Latest post-patch information

• Drone Abandoned: Destroy Hornet/Wasp first (target forward thruster).
• Fisherman: With 10 minutes left, use the key to escape immediately.
• Patch Impact: Explosive damage reduced and Hullcracker weakened (requires 31 shots). We will respond by prioritizing weaknesses.
• Examples of failures: frontal fire, running out of stamina, midway cover.

It is safe to use a high platform (e.g. on top of the galleria).

How to cancel related achievements and utilize financial measures

• Fill-in-the-blank achievement: Unlocked by obtaining Bastion Cell.
• Financial strategy: Selling cells is expensive. Hunting 5 animals a week provides a stable income.

FAQ｜Complete answers to frequently asked questions

Q: Can you really beat it solo?

A: Yes, you can defeat it within 1 minute using the above method.

Q: Did it change after the patch?

A: The explosion has been weakened, but it will have no effect if it is a weak point attack.

Q: What if I don't have enough Blaze Grenades?

A: Switch to a straight attack method where you aim directly at the knee with Venator.

Q: What is the fastest way to play multiplayer?

A: Two or more people destroy the knees at the same time and paste the deadline.

Q: The drone is in the way and I can't get close to it.

A: Eliminate them first with the Hornet Driver or Sniper.

Q: What is Bastion Cell used for?

A: It will be used to unlock workshop level 3, craft powerful weapons, and strengthen epic equipment.

Q: Is there a way to increase the appearance rate?

A: We will actively descend into the high difficulty area (red mark).

Q: I can't decide on the terrain

A: It will be more stable if you use the gap in the container instead of the tunnel entrance.

Q: What are the alternatives if there is no deadline?

A: Throwing 3 wolf packs at the same time will cause the same amount of damage.

Q: I want to defeat it without taking any damage.

A: The 5 Blaze Grenade method is the strongest.

Summary: Completely conquer Bastion with this guide

If you follow this guide, Bastion in ARC Raiders will no longer be a threat, but a rich source of rewards. From blaze grenades to deadline strikes, master strategies that suit the situation. Mass-produce Bastion Cells solo and aim for the top as a raider. We recommend checking patch notes regularly for the latest information. I wish you success in your strategy.