The Unexpected Initiative quest in Arc Raiders presents a unique challenge, blending elements of resource acquisition with specific location-based objectives. Players may find themselves in a bit of a conundrum, as the quest requires them to gather items that can also be found elsewhere, yet mandates that they collect them from designated spots. For instance, even if you have a water pump and fertiliser stashed away, you cannot complete the quest until you retrieve these items from their specified locations. This means embarking on a journey to the Grandioso Apartments and Piazza Roma in Buried City, all within a single run. Here’s a detailed guide on where to locate the fertiliser and water pump for the Unexpected Initiative quest. Given the nature of this quest, it may be wise to opt for a free loadout instead of a safe pocket, as you’ll need to gather everything in one go.
<h2 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-search-for-fertiliser-on-the-rooftop-of-the-grandioso-apartments”>Search for fertiliser on the rooftop of the Grandioso Apartments
To commence your quest, head to the Grandioso Apartments located in the western part of Buried City. Ascend to the rooftop, which typically involves navigating a zipline up a lift shaft, traversing between buildings, and finally taking the stairs to reach the top.
On the rooftop, you can find fertiliser in several locations, particularly at the southernmost and northeast corners. Look for soil-filled orange terracotta plant pots marked with a yellow interaction icon. Interacting with these pots will yield fertiliser, which you should promptly add to your inventory.
<h2 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-search-for-a-water-pump-in-the-broken-rooftop-gardens-at-piazza-roma”>Search for a water pump in the broken rooftop gardens at Piazza Roma
Your next destination is Piazza Roma, specifically the rooftops of the two prominent apartment buildings situated just north of the Grandioso Apartments. Ascend to the rooftops via zipline and stairs, similar to your previous task.
As with the fertiliser, there are multiple locations to find a water pump on the rooftop, specifically at the northwest and southeast corners. Look for a large glass tank equipped with a motor and hose, embedded in a planting bed. Interact with the yellow icon, and a water pump will drop, which you should also collect.
With both the fertiliser and water pump secured, you are now ready to return to Tian Wen. A nearby metro station in Piazza Roma may facilitate a swift exit, so make your way back to Speranza to deliver your hard-earned items.
