Avian Alarm Project Guide and How to Complete - Arc Raiders Guide

With the release of the Riven Tides update in Arc Raiders, a brand-new Raider Project called "Avian Alarm"has been introduced, offering players a chance to earn exclusive rewards, including weapons, cosmetics, and Raider Tokens. Unlike previous projects, Avian Alarm is divided into five distinct stages, combining in-match tasks and resource collection to create a engaging grind. This guide will walk you through every step of the project, from the initial trap placement to the final rare resource gathering, ensuring you complete it efficiently before it ends on May 26, 2026.

Before diving into the stages, it's important to note that Avian Alarm is a limited-time project, so planning ahead is key. You can access the project from the Raiders tab, where you'll find all five stages listed-unlike past projects, you can view all requirements upfront, allowing you to gather resources for multiple stages simultaneously. All rewards are unlocked upon completing each stage, so you'll be rewarded for your efforts every step of the way. Upon completing missions, you will earn more ARC Raiders BluePrints, items, and other rewards.

Stage 1: Initial Flock Intake - Lay the Bird Trap on Riven Tides

The first stage of the Avian Alarm Project breaks from the typical resource-donation model and requires an in-match action on the Riven Tides map. Your goal is to place a bird trap near the buoys on the seabed, a task that's straightforward once you know the exact location.

To start, deploy to the Riven Tides map-you don't need to bring any special items, as the trap is provided through the interaction. Head to the northwest portion of the map, near the Port Authority Building. From there, move northeast toward the Wavebreaker point of interest, where you'll find the exposed seabed.

Look for a large, rust-orange buoy half-buried in the sand. When you approach it, a blue holographic outline of a cage will appear, indicating valid trap placement spots. Press the interact key (E on PC) to place the trap-you don't need to wait for an animation or catch a bird; the stage completes as soon as the trap is placed.

Extract from the raid and return to Speranza. Navigate to the Projects tab, and you'll see Stage 1 marked as complete. Claim your rewards: 1 Dockmaster's Detector and 25 Raider Tokens. The Dockmaster's Detector is a useful tool for locating hidden items in future raids.

Stage 2: Preliminary Signal Birds - Gather Basic Resources

Stage 2 returns to the classic resource-donation format, requiring you to collect four common to uncommon items. These resources are widely available across Arc Raiders maps, but focusing on Riven Tides will streamline your grind, as some items spawn more frequently there.

Here's what you need and how to find each item: 7 Tick Pods (dropped by defeating Ticks, small common enemies found on all maps), 20 Canisters (uncommon commercial items found in residential areas or purchasable from Celeste), 12 Moss (rare material found in vegetation-rich zones like hydroponic domes or Riven Tides' green areas), and 5 "Twilight Compass"Ship Models (uncommon loot found while exploring Riven Tides).

Once you've collected all items, submit them via the Projects tab. Completing Stage 2 rewards you with a Heavy Gun Parts Blueprint, 3 Surge Coils, and 25 Raider Tokens. The blueprint is ideal for players looking to craft or upgrade heavy weapons, while Surge Coils are valuable for modifying gear.

Stage 3: Secondary Validation Birds - Take On Comets for Legendary Rewards

Stage 3 ramps up the difficulty, requiring you to collect more specialized items-including those dropped by dangerous enemies like Comets. The rewards here are well worth the effort, featuring legendary weapons and mods.

The required resources are: 3 Comet Igniters (obtained by salvaging the remains of Comets, which often self-destruct if not destroyed quickly), 10 Fertilizer (random loot in residential areas, with a relatively low spawn rate), 8 Rusted Tools (common in industrial zones), and 5 "Velocity"Ship Models (random loot across maps).

A pro tip for collecting Comet Igniters: Use Trigger 'Nades or tracking grenades to destroy Comets quickly, preventing them from exploding and losing the valuable igniter. This will save you time and frustration as you grind.

Submit the items to unlock Stage 3's rewards: 1 Anvil IV (a powerful weapon), 1 Anvil Splitter (a legendary mod for the Anvil IV), and 50 Raider Tokens. These rewards are game-changing for players focused on heavy weapon loadouts.

Stage 4: Heightened Alert Birds - Defeat Vaporizers and Secure Rare Loot

Stage 4 introduces a new challenge: collecting items from Vaporizers, one of the most trickiest enemies in Arc Raiders (second only to bosses like The Queen). You'll also need to track down rare ship models and other resources.

The required items are: 2 Vaporizer Regulators (dropped by defeating Vaporizers), 3 Water Filters (random loot in residential areas), 8 Agave (found in dry vegetation zones), and 5 "Sirena Dorata"Ship Models (rare loot exclusive to Riven Tides).

Vaporizers are tough, so team up with other players if possible. Focus on breaking their armor with powerful weapons like the Hullcracker, and use shields to avoid their devastating attacks. The "Sirena Dorata"Ship Models are the most elusive item here-explore every corner of Riven Tides, especially chests and hidden containers.

Completing Stage 4 rewards you with Gel Patches (a facial cosmetic), Riven Tides Hotel Keycard No. 311, and 50 Raider Tokens. The keycard grants access to a hidden room in Riven Tides, which contains additional loot.

Stage 5: Critical Warning Birds - Final Grind for Exclusive Rewards

The final stage of the Avian Alarm Project is the most challenging, requiring rare and hard-to-obtain items, including one of the rarest ship models in the Riven Tides update. This stage tests your patience and exploration skills, but the rewards are unparalleled.

Here's what you need: 2 Turbine Compressors (dropped by Turbines, powerful enemies exclusive to Riven Tides with high armor), 3 Red Coral Jewelry (found in chests and containers), 4 Roots (collected from swamps in Dam Battlegrounds), and 1 "Leviathan's Crown"Ship Model (the rarest ship model in the project, found in elite chests on Riven Tides).

Turbines are particularly tough-bring a spare shield, powerful weapons, and Blaze or Trailblazer grenades to break their armor. The "Leviathan's Crown"Ship Model is a rare drop, so you may need to run Riven Tides multiple times to find it.

Once you submit all items, you'll unlock the final rewards: a Bird House (backpack charm), Fist in Air (emote), Acoustic Guitar (legendary prop), and 100 Raider Tokens. These cosmetics are exclusive to the Avian Alarm Project, making them a badge of honor for dedicated players.

Final Tips for Completing the Avian Alarm Project

To complete the project efficiently, focus on Riven Tides for most resources-many rare items, including ship models and Turbine Compressors, are exclusive to this map. Mark items as pins in your inventory to remind yourself to collect them during raids.

Team up with other players to take on tough enemies like Vaporizers and Turbines-this will speed up your grind and make challenging stages more manageable. Don't forget to claim your rewards after each stage, as they can help you progress faster in future raids. Miss out on this, and you'll miss out on a massive amount of cheap ARC Raiders Coins, along with various rare ARC Raiders Items, materials, and in-game consumables.

With this guide, you have all the information you need to complete the Avian Alarm Project in Arc Raiders. Take your time, plan your grind, and enjoy the exclusive rewards that await you. Happy raiding!