Campaign Progression — Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Guide

Your guide to Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon missions! We'll walk you through Chapter 1, covering objectives, rewards, and tips for Illegal Entry, Destroy Artillery Installations, and more.

Alright, let's get you started on your journey through Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. This guide is all about the missions, laid out just like you'll find them in-game. Think of it as your trusty wingman, helping you navigate the chaos of Rubicon. We'll break down each chapter, mission by mission, so you know exactly what you're up against and what you'll get for your trouble. ## Chapter 1 This is where it all begins. You'll be getting your mercenary license and taking on some early assignments to prove your worth. Don't underestimate these first few missions; they're crucial for learning the ropes and earning some much-needed COAM. | # | Mission | Combat Zone | Objective | Reward | Details | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | 01 | "Illegal Entry" | Southern Belius - Grid 135/ Contaminated City | _Retrieve Data_ | _170,000 COAM_ | _Obtain a mercenary license._ | | 02 | "Destroy Artillery Installations" | Southern Belius - Contaminated City | _Destroy Targets_ | _100,000 COAM_ | - _Destroy all Rubicon Liberation Front artillery installations._
- _Extra rewards based on number of enemies destroyed._ | | 03 | "Grid 135 Cleanup" | Southern Belius - Grid 135 | _Eliminate Enemy Squads_ | _68,000 COAM_ | _Mop up Dafeng MT squads deployed in Grid 135._ | | 04 | "Destroy the Transport Helicopters" | Southern Belius - Contaminated City | _Destroy Targets_ | _80,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | - _Destroy all the Rubicon Liberation Front logistics helicopters._
- _Extra rewards based on number of enemies destroyed._ | | 05 | "Destroy the Tester AC" | Southern Belius - Contaminated City | _Destroy Enemy AC_ | _95,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | _Destroy the Dafeng Core Industry Tester AC._ | | 06 | "Attack the Dam Complex" | Southern Belius - Gallia Dam Complex | _Attack Base/Destroy Infrastructure_ | _150,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | - _Attack the Rubicon Liberation Front's dam complex and destroy all generator facilities._
- _Accompanied by friendly craft._ | | 07 | "Destroy the Weaponized Mining Ship" | Western Belius - Bona Dea Dunes | _Destroy Target_ | _270,000 COAM_ | _Destroy the weaponized mining ship STRIDER, a key military asset of the Rubicon Liberation Front._ | | 08 | "Escort the Weaponized Mining Ship" | Western Belius - Bona Dea Dunes | _Escort Target_ | _500,000 COAM_ | _Defend the weaponized mining ship STRIDER, a key military asset of the Rubicon Liberation Front._ | | 09 | "Operation Wallclimber" | Central Belius - Liberation Front Fortress "The Wall" | _Attack Base/Destroy Enemy Craft_ | _330,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | - _Assist the assault on the Rubicon Liberation Front stronghold and destroy the JUGGERNAUT heavy mobile artillery platform._
- _Mid-route rendezvous with friendly craft._
- _Extra rewards based on number of enemies destroyed._ | | 10 | "Retrieve Combat Logs" | Central Belius - Arquebus Survey Base "The Wall" | _Retrieve Data_ | _10,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | - _Recover at least 5 combat logs from MT wrecks._
- _Mission must be completed within time limit._
- _Extra rewards based on the logs recovered._ | | 11 | "Prisoner Rescue" | Southern Belius - Contaminated City | _Escort Client_ | _250,000 COAM, Battle Log_ | _Escort the Rubicon Liberation Front helicopter deployed on a prisoner rescue operation._ | | 12 | "Investigate BAWS Arsenal No. 2" | Northern Belius - BAWS Arsenal No. 2 | _Infiltrate Facility/Survey_ | _180,000 COAM_ | _Infiltrate BAWS Arsenal No.2 and deter_ Keep an eye on your objectives and don't be afraid to experiment with different AC builds. What works for one mission might not be ideal for another. We'll cover the rest of the chapters soon, so stick with us!