Getting the Avian Alarm project moving is a bit of a headache if you're used to just dumping items into a menu. Instead of the usual donation grind, you've gotta actually head into Riven Tides for the first step. If you're looking to gear up fast, you might want to buy ARC Raiders Coins to handle your other upgrades while you focus on this mission. Just push north toward the Port Authority Building and look for that dried-up seabed near the sea wall. There's a massive red buoy stuck in the sand that's impossible to miss. Get close, set the trap when the prompt pops up, survive the raid, and get out of there. That's the first stage sorted.
The Donation Grind
Once the trap's set, the project shifts back to the classic donation format we all know. It's a four-stage process where things get progressively nastier. You'll start with basic stuff like Tick Pods and Canisters, but don't get comfortable. Before long, you'll be hunting Comets for their Igniters and taking down Vaporizers to snag those Regulators. It's a real mix of scavenging and high-stakes combat that keeps you on your toes. The difficulty spike is noticeable, so make sure your kit is ready for some heavy lifting in the northern zones. Just keep an eye out for those specific drops while you're out roaming.
Don't Sell Those Ship Models
The biggest trap players fall into is selling off the valuables you actually need for the later stages. You're gonna need specific ship models found around Riven Tides, specifically the Twilight Compass, Velocity, and the Sirena Dorata. The real prize is the Leviathan's Crown, which is a pain to find if you aren't looking. Seriously, stop vendoring these the moment you find them in a crate. Stash them away immediately because hunting for a specific one when you're on the final stage of the project is a nightmare you want to avoid. It's much better to have them sitting in your inventory early on.
Rewards and Efficiency
Why bother with all this? Well, the loot is actually worth the hassle. You're looking at blueprints, the Anvil IV gear, and a nice stack of Raider Tokens. Plus, that Riven Tides hotel keycard is a literal game-changer for future loot runs. To make it easier, try to group your tasks. If you're heading north for the bird trap, check if you have any "shoring up defenses" tasks nearby. It's all about routing. For those who want to skip the tedious parts of the grind and get straight to the action, checking out U4GM for various game services can save you a ton of time. Just remember to stick to the natural paths for Moss or Agave and hit the industrial spots for your filters and tools.