ARC Raiders Community Unlock Event Phase 2 Active

Time: 2025-11-20 by mmojugg Game: ARC Raiders Guide Tags: Staking Our Claim

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Staking Our Claim: Active Phase 2

Phase 2 of the Breaking New Ground event, dubbed Staking Our Claim, kicked off after Phase 1 unlocked Stella Montis and runs until December 7. Accessible on any topside Rust Belt map—not just Stella Montis—progress by earning 1 merit per 100 XP from raids, kills, and extractions. Phase 1 donors start with up to 900 merits banked.

The 24-tier reward track unlocks weapons, gadgets, cosmetics, and tokens:

Tier	Reward	Merits Required
1	Backpack (Hiker)	150
2	100x Raider Tokens	300
3	3x Door Blocker	450
4	1x Combat Mk. 2	600
5	1x Il Toro	750
6	Outfit (Striker)	900
7	3x Seeker Grenade	1,050
8	Bag (Striker Variant)	1,200
9	2x Trailblazer	1,350
10	Backpack Attachment (Bucket)	1,500
11	1x Deadline	1,650
12	Emote (Can't Hear You)	1,800
13	100x Raider Tokens	1,950
14	Face Style (Dirt Full)	2,100
15	1x Extended Barrel	2,250
16	Outfit Color (Orange Striker Color)	2,400
17	100x Raider Tokens	2,550
18	Outfit Variant (Padding Striker Variant)	2,700
19	1x Snap Hook	2,850
20	Outfit Color (Red Striker Color)	3,000
21	100x Raider Tokens	3,150
22	Outfit Variant (Helmet Striker Variant)	3,300
23	100x Raider Tokens	3,450
24	Outfit Variant (Gas Striker Variant)	3,600

Maximize merits with squad runs targeting high-threat zones like Matriarch spawns in Stella Montis.

Phase 1: Breaking New Ground Recap

The opening phase saw raiders donate basic materials—chemicals, fabric, metal parts, plastic parts, rubber parts—to excavate tunnels into Stella Montis, a fortified mountain facility. Donations netted 20 merits per five resources, capped at 900, fueling Phase 2 headstarts.

Embark released wild stats showcasing the frenzy:

Milestone	Count
Stella Montis Visits	25 million
Largest Single Donation	24,375 resources
Raiders Downed by Shredder	2.2 million
Raiders Downed by Deadline Mines	37,000
Matriarchs Eliminated	26,923
Self-Downs by Volcanic Rock	117

These figures capture the map's instant popularity and chaotic mishaps.

Developer Insights

Community Lead Ossen clarified key points: The Aphelion Rifle, a chase legendary from the North Line update, is live via rare Matriarch drops in Stella Montis—scarce but obtainable.

arc raiders dev confirming aphelion in game

arc raiders community manager confirming aphelion

On the Venator pistol dominating pink weapons in TTK, her "Yep" confirms team awareness, hinting at meta-balancing post-Expedition, akin to The Finals seasons.

Events like Blue Gate's locked gate were paused (similar to Queen fixes for Trailblazer exploits), and Hidden Bunker rotations tweaked amid farming. Better schedules via infographics would aid planning.

Shape the Game: Steam Survey

Embark's survey gathers gameplay feedback—closes November 24 at 11:00 p.m. CET (2:00 p.m. PST). Link via Steam community for quick input.

TGA Nomination Buzz

ARC Raiders earned Best Multiplayer nod at The Game Awards 2025, up against Battlefield 6. Votes influence 10%; cast yours soon for December's event.

FAQs on ARC Raiders Staking Our Claim Event

How do I farm merits fastest in Phase 2?

Prioritize Stella Montis for dense ARCs and objectives. Squad up, hunt Matriarchs for bonus XP, extract high-value loot. Shop boosts skip the grind for full track completion.

Do Phase 1 merits carry over, and what's the cap?

Yes, up to 900 from donations transfer directly, putting you ahead—full track needs 3,600 total.

Is the Aphelion Rifle craftable yet?

Yes, blueprint from Matriarch Reactors in Stella Montis; extremely rare drop, but confirmed in-game by devs.

When might Venator get nerfed?

Devs aware of its TTK dominance; expect tweaks in next balance pass, likely post-Expedition (every 8 weeks).

What if I miss event deadlines?

Phase 2 ends Dec 7—rewards unclaimable after. Stock shop items like Deadline Mines/Trailblazers for similar utility anytime.

Thanks for Reading

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