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Dam Battlegrounds
Celeste

Straight Record

Back during the First Wave, my squad and I built a trap out by the Dam. Overloaded a generator, turned it into a makeshift ARC trap. Now I hear Raiders are using it to cut comms and spring ambushes on each other. I need you to end it.

Key Takeaways

  • Given by Celeste and takes place in Dam Battlegrounds.
  • Includes 6 objectives focused on exploration.
  • Rewards 2 items upon completion.
  • Part of a multi-step quest chain from Celeste. Both a prerequisite quest and follow-up quests exist.
  • Celeste provides 2 items when you accept the quest. Hold onto them.

Objectives

1.
Reach Victory Ridge
2.
Find the old EMP trap
3.
Disable the first power switch
4.
Disable the second power switch
5.
Disable the third power switch
6.
Shut down the EMP trap

All objectives carry over between raids. You do not need to complete everything in a single run.

Walkthrough Tips

Search objectives have specific interaction zones you need to reach. Use your compass marker to navigate to the general area, then look for the highlighted interaction point. Some search areas may have multiple valid spots.

This quest grants you specific items upon acceptance. These are typically required for one or more objectives, so don't discard them.

With multiple objectives spread across the map, consider tackling them over two or more raids rather than rushing through everything at once. Prioritize objectives that are close together.

This quest is part of a chain. Completing the previous quest(s) in the series is required before this one becomes available from the trader.

Recommended Loadout

Light Weapon (Pistol or SMG)

Exploration quests have less direct combat but you still need something for self-defense. A lightweight weapon keeps your mobility high.

Smoke Grenades

Smoke grenades provide cover when crossing open ground or when you need to disengage from an unexpected fight near an objective.

Zipline

Ziplines speed up navigation between objectives spread across the map. Place them on high points to create shortcuts for return trips.

Step-by-Step Completion Guide

Follow these steps to complete all objectives for Straight Record. Each step includes contextual advice based on the objective type.

1

Reach Victory Ridge

Navigate to the marked location on your map. This is a waypoint objective. Once you arrive at the correct area, it will complete automatically or reveal the next step.

2

Find the old EMP trap

Follow your quest marker to the search area. The item or location will have a highlighted interaction prompt. Check multiple floors and rooms if the building has interior areas.

3

Disable the first power switch

Follow the quest marker and interact with the highlighted element. Stay alert for ARC patrols in the area and clear them if they interfere with the objective.

4

Disable the second power switch

Follow the quest marker and interact with the highlighted element. Stay alert for ARC patrols in the area and clear them if they interfere with the objective.

5

Disable the third power switch

Follow the quest marker and interact with the highlighted element. Stay alert for ARC patrols in the area and clear them if they interfere with the objective.

6

Shut down the EMP trap

Follow the quest marker and interact with the highlighted element. Stay alert for ARC patrols in the area and clear them if they interfere with the objective.

Map: Dam Battlegrounds

A massive hydroelectric dam complex and surrounding military installations. The dam structure itself creates dramatic elevation differences, with control rooms, staff areas, and maintenance tunnels providing interior objectives. ARC concentration is high, and the open dam top is a kill zone.

Stick to interior routes when possible. The dam top offers no cover from aerial threats. Staff rooms and control towers often require keys, so check surrounding areas for key spawns before heading to locked objectives.

28 total quests take place in Dam Battlegrounds. Browse all quests to find others on this map.

Granted Items

Celeste provides these items when you accept the quest. They are typically needed to complete one or more objectives.

binoculars

binoculars

defibrillator

defibrillator

Quest Chain

This quest is part of a storyline from Celeste. Complete quests in order to unlock the next mission in the chain.

Straight Record(current)

About Celeste

Intelligence & Research Specialist
22 quests total

Celeste gathers field intelligence on ARC behavior patterns, environmental threats, and resource locations. Her missions often involve reconnaissance, data collection, and investigating unusual ARC activity. She tracks everything from contamination sources to ARC signal anomalies. Expect her quests to send you into dangerous territory for critical information.

Visit the Traders page to see all available traders and their inventories.

Rewards

medium gun partsx5

medium gun parts

advanced mechanical componentsx3

advanced mechanical components

Hover over items for detailed stats. Rewards are received upon turning in the completed quest.

Quick Reference

Trader
Celeste
Map
Dam Battlegrounds
Objectives
6
Rewards
2 items
Granted
2 items
Chain Position
Sequel

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start the Straight Record quest?

You need to complete "Broken Monument" first. After turning in the prerequisite quest, speak with Celeste in Speranza to pick up Straight Record.

What are the rewards for completing Straight Record?

You receive 2 items as rewards upon turning in the completed quest to Celeste. Check the rewards section above for the full item list and quantities.

Where does Straight Record take place?

Straight Record objectives are located in Dam Battlegrounds. Use the in-game quest tracker to navigate to each objective location once you deploy to the correct map.

What quests unlock after Straight Record?

Completing Straight Record unlocks 1 follow-up quest: "Keeping the Memory". Check with the relevant traders in Speranza after turning in this quest.