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Understanding Scrappy in ARC Raiders

In the world of ARC Raiders, one character has captured the hearts of players since the game's launch: Scrappy, the charming pet rooster. While the backstory and lore surrounding this companion remain largely unknown, what is clear is that no raider can go without Scrappy. He is one of the few characters in gaming who seems to have no haters—everyone loves him.

Despite being the least demanding pet in the game, Scrappy still requires some attention. Players need to level it up, which involves gathering specific materials and bringing them to the Workshop. This guide covers everything you need to know to fully upgrade Scrappy, including where to find each material and tips for doing so quickly.

Scrappy Upgrade Materials

To level up Scrappy, players must gather specific materials and bring them to the Workshop. The process isn't time-gated and has no cooldown, meaning if you collect all the items in advance, you can max out Scrappy in one go.

Where to Find Each Material for Scrappy Upgrades

Here’s a breakdown of where to find the materials required for each level:

• Dog Collar (Level 2): Focus on looting Residential areas. Some of the best places to check include Pale Apartments (Dam Battlegrounds), Grandioso Apartments (Buried City), Santa Maria Houses (Buried City), Red Tower (Burided City), Ruined Homestead (Blue Gate), Raider's Refuge (Blue Gate), and Village (Blue Gate).

• Lemon and Apricot (Level 3): The best spot for farming these ingredients is the Olive Grove area on The Blue Gate map. Other good Nature locations include Marano Park on the Buried City map.

• Prickly Pears (Level 4): Check south of the Research and Administration building on the Dam Battlegrounds map. Another good spot is near Dune's End in the Buried City.

• Olive (Level 4): The best place to collect Olives is the Olive Grove area on The Blue Gate map.

• Cat Bed (Level 4): Some of the best locations for Cat Beds are Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence in Dam Battlegrounds.

• Mushroom (Level 5): Mushrooms are among the rarest resources in ARC Raiders. A spot with a high spawn rate is the Hydroponic Dome Complex in the Dam Battlegrounds map.

• Very Comfortable Pillow (Level 5): An ideal location to find these is the Pattern House in the Dam Battlegrounds map.

What Happens When You Level Up Scrappy

When you level up Scrappy, his primary function remains the same—he collects resources as soon as you enter a match and continues while you explore the topside. However, leveling up increases the amount of loot Scrappy adds to each resource slot, allowing you to gather more items in less time at higher levels.

Are Scrappy Upgrades Worth It?

For new players in ARC Raiders, leveling up Scrappy should be a priority. The free resources he provides are essential for crafting vital materials and making up for items lost during failed expeditions. Scrappy also lets you stop worrying about basic resources while exploring the topside, so you can focus on loot and trinkets that actually matter.

Best Way to Level Up Scrappy Fast

Some of the rarest items required for Scrappy's upgrades are fruits and fungi. These items are a major reason why it can take players a long time to fully upgrade Scrappy, as they're rare and often appear in small amounts. A good strategy to speed up the process is to wait for a Lush Bloom event. During this limited-time challenge, fruit baskets are more common and usually contain high numbers of Olives, Apricots, Lemons, and Mushrooms.

Tips for Upgrading Scrappy as Quickly as Possible

• Go in with a safe pocket: You don't want to lose hard-earned fruits or trinkets to the ARC or other players. Make sure your loadout includes a safe pocket or two. If you lack the funds, trade a free loadout augment with Lance at the Clinic to get a Combat MK.1 augment with a safe pocket.

• Try Night Raids: These limited-time events increase the chance of finding rare items, which can help with items like the Dog Collar and Cat Bed. The downside is that ARC and other players are more aggressive in this mode, so be prepared.

• Track requirements: In Scrappy's upgrade menu, the "Track" option places an eye icon next to the items you need when they appear during your searches.

• Trade with a friend: Ask a friend who has already upgraded their Scrappy to share spare items. Enter the map with a safe pocket, have them drop the items you need, then place them in your pocket and extract.

How to Upgrade Scrappy's Appearance

Improving Scrappy isn't just about speed. You can also customize this pet rooster with exclusive cosmetic items, hats, and skins. To change Scrappy's appearance, go to the Raider section in the main menu. From there, open the Customization tab and switch to Scrappy's exclusive items. You'll need ARC Raiders Cred to unlock them, but most are reasonably priced.