Hey guys, I bet you're all hooked on ARC Raiders Flashpoint update right now. Assessors are a new lootable unit in Flashpoint and the only way to get Dolabra blueprint. So, do you know how to efficiently farm Assessors?
Dolabra is a very powerful shotgun and definitely worth having. Your first attempt at looting Assessors might feel very difficult, even frustrating. Don't worry, let's explore some great ways to farm Assessors together.
Common Mistakes
First, we need to understand the mistakes we might make in the game.
Firstly, players might use free gear to loot Assessors, which is wrong. Looting Assessors is completely different from looting Queens or Matriarchs. You can't expect to hide in the back, let other players do the dirty work for you, and then rush in to collect the loot after Matriarch dies.
You have to take the initiative to obtain ARC Raiders blueprints; you have to take risks. While entering a new event with top-tier gear might be nerve-wracking, fearing you'll lose everything if you die, you must arm yourself. The better your gear and the more prepared you are, the higher your chances of success.
The second mistake is not softening up your matchmaking first. ARC Raiders uses aggressive-influenced matchmaking. If you're usually an aggressive player who frequently kills other Raiders, it's recommended that you quickly load 5 to 10 games, each with a completely empty loadout, and then immediately surrender and return to Speranza.
According to players sharing their experiences in the community, this method should be effective. It's as if you're telling the game, "I'm not aggressive at all; please put me in a more peaceful match so I'm less likely to be killed by campers." It only takes 5 minutes, so why not give it a try?
Recommended Gear
After optimizing your matchmaking, you can choose the appropriate gear to enter the game.
Tactical Mk. 2 is a very important piece of equipment. If your shield breaks, it will automatically release a smoke grenade, making it harder for enemies to aim at you.
Therefore, it's recommended to carry one medium shield and one light shield, or two medium shields. This is because Rocketeers and Vaporizers deal very high damage. You might scavenge multiple Assessors in a match, and if your shield breaks and can't be repaired, you'll need a spare. This is also a survival technique when fighting Queens and Matriarchs.
Next, you need to carry a large number of smoke grenades. Six or seven would be ideal. Even if you craft them yourself, the cost won't be too high. Because breaking through Assessors takes a long time, remember that smoke grenades are your best friend; you need their cover.
It's also good to carry one or two Lure Grenades. While not as essential as smoke grenades, they won't hurt.
Anvil is a good choice for clearing low-level ARC. If you're dealing with enemy Raiders, provided they want to cause you trouble, Venator is recommended.
During looting, you'll need to run a lot, so don't forget to bring adrenaline injections.
Photoelectric Cloak is extremely useful. It allows you to slip away undetected when enemies swarm like angry wasps. If you don't have one, we'll explain how to obtain it later.
Of course, for a safe evacuation, you'll also need to carry enough medical supplies and a Raider Hatch Key, just in case.
Looting Strategy
First, wait for Assessor to descend from the sky. The first one won't appear for long. Then approach Assessor and wait for the rotating platform to appear, or go directly to the side with the rotating platform. If there are already ARC in the area, throw a smoke grenade for cover beforehand, then begin breaching.
About halfway through the breach, you'll hear a large number of ARC being summoned around you. Depending on how long the first smoke grenade lasted, if you feel you have enough time, you can choose to continue breaching, or stop, throw another smoke grenade, and then continue breaching. The sound of ARC swarming around you can be intimidating, but hang in there.
Once you've successfully breached Assessor, quickly check the loot and grab whatever you want. Afterward, immediately take out Photoelectric Cloak, activate it, and head in your pre-selected direction.
Alternatively, if there are no ARC nearby before you begin breaching, start breaching immediately. However, as soon as you hear the sound of ARC reinforcements arriving, you must immediately stop breaching, throw a smoke grenade at your feet, and then breach again. Quickly grab the loot, and then immediately use Photoelectric Cloak to escape.
This is why it's recommended to carry plenty of smoke grenades. Ideally, cover each breachable container on the Assessor with a smoke grenade.
More Tips
We must learn to plan our escape route in advance. Before approaching Assessor, observe your surroundings and find nearby cover, such as bushes or buildings. Make sure you know which direction to go after looting.
While Photoelectric Cloak is excellent for survival, it's recommended to use it only when absolutely necessary.
When approaching an Assessor, if there's an ARC nearby, players might be tempted to activate Photoelectric Cloak prematurely; try to avoid doing so. You should reach Assessor without using the cloak so your cloak doesn't run out of energy when needed.
Finally, be patient. There will inevitably be times in the game when you're ready to loot only to find it's already been looted by other players. Don't panic; there will be many more opportunities to loot later.
If you follow these methods, obtaining the Dolabra blueprint is only a matter of time. All you need to do is keep looting Assessors until the blueprint spawns. Good luck!
