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The Spines of America
Red Dead Redemption 2

The Spines of America

Follow this Red Dead Redemption 2 walkthrough to complete 'The Spines of America' mission. Learn how to loot Carmody Dell undetected and deliver the wagon quickly for Gold.

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Follow this Red Dead Redemption 2 walkthrough to complete 'The Spines of America' mission. Learn how to loot Carmody Dell undetected and deliver the wagon quickly for Gold.

Alright, so you're about to kick off 'The Spines of America' mission in Chapter 2. Hosea's at Emerald Ranch chatting up a potential business partner, and this guy's got a favor to ask: rob his cousin's stagecoach and house. Sounds like a plan, right? Head northwest from Emerald Ranch to find Carmody Dell. Once you get there, you'll want to use your binoculars to scope the place out. The game gives you a choice on how to approach the robbery, but if you're aiming for that sweet Gold Medal, picking nighttime is definitely the way to go. It makes sneaking around way easier.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Stealth is Key: You'll start by needing to crouch walk towards a window. Stay crouched the entire time! Peek inside and then slip in through the side door. The first resident should be sleeping soundly. As long as you keep that crouch walk up, you shouldn't get spotted.
  2. 2
    Loot Everything: This is crucial for the Gold Medal. You absolutely need to loot everything in the house. Don't miss the three chests, the medical cabinet downstairs (it's easy to overlook!), the money hidden in the chimney, and all the food scattered around. If you can't pick up provisions directly, use them from your satchel and then grab them.
  3. 3
    The Getaway: Once you've scoured every nook and cranny, head out the front door to meet Hosea. It's time to mount up and get that stagecoach to Emerald Ranch.
  4. 4
    Beat the Clock: You've got a strict 1 minute and 10 seconds to get to Emerald Ranch. Full gallop the whole way, cutting across the grass to save every second you can. Once you arrive, quickly drive the stagecoach into the barn to finish the mission.
Tips
  • For the Gold Medal, make sure you loot absolutely everything in Carmody Dell. Pay special attention to the chests, the medical cabinet, and the money in the chimney – these are easily missed.
  • Staying crouched the entire time you're inside the house is essential to avoid getting spotted and failing the Gold Medal objective.
  • Don't dawdle after looting; you have a tight time limit to deliver the wagon to Emerald Ranch. Mash that gallop button!
Completing the mission earns you cash and honor, plus you'll be one step closer to finishing Chapter 2.

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