Introduced with the Riven Tides update, the Avian Alarm project is a brand-new five-stage Raider Project in Arc Raiders that blends environmental objectives with resource gathering. Unlike typical combat-focused tasks, this project tasks players with building a makeshift bird-based early-warning system along the Riven Tides coastline, offering valuable utility items, cosmetics, and Raider Coins as rewards. This guide will walk you through every stage, from accessing the project to gathering required materials and claiming your rewards, ensuring a smooth and efficient completion. Completing this mission will reward you with a large amount of ARC Raiders Coins and rare materials.

What Is the Avian Alarm Project?

The Avian Alarm project is designed to turn the Riven Tides coastline into a functional early-warning system that reacts to tremors and atmospheric changes. It stands out from previous projects due to its unique first stage-a quest-like objective-followed by four resource-gathering stages. Completing all five stages unlocks essential tools, exclusive cosmetics, and a total of 250 Raider Coins, making it a worthwhile endeavor for both new and experienced players.

Notably, the project is time-limited and will end on May 26, 2026, so it's important to start early to avoid missing out on its rewards. The project is accessible to all players who can access the Raiders tab, and you can view requirements for all stages in advance to plan your resource gathering efficiently.

How to Access the Avian Alarm Project

Accessing the Avian Alarm project is straightforward. First, navigate to the Raiders tab in your in-game menu. Within this tab, locate the Projects tile-the fourth icon on the page. Underneath this tile, you will find the full description of the Avian Alarm project, along with access to all five stages.

Once you open the project page, you can view each stage's requirements, submit collected items at your leisure, and mark needed items as pins. These pins will remind you to gather specific materials during your raids, saving you time and ensuring you don't overlook key items. Keep in mind that you'll likely need multiple runs to collect all required materials, as some are rare or only found in specific locations.

Stage 1: Initial Flock Intake (Quest Objective)

The first stage of the Avian Alarm project is a unique quest objective-no resource gathering required. Your task is to place a bird trap next to the buoys along the seabed in the Riven Tides map, a new location added with the Flashpoint update.

To complete this stage, head to the northwest portion of the Riven Tides map (or anywhere in the northern area) to find the seabed. Look for a large buoy-like object on the sand, covered in seagulls-this is your target. When you approach, a blue holographic indicator will appear, showing you where to place the trap. Interact with the indicator to set down the trap and complete the stage.

Rewards for Stage 1: Dockmaster's Detector (essential for the beachcombing mechanic) and 25 Raider Coins.

Stage 2: Preliminary Signal Birds (Resource Gathering)

Stage 2 returns to the traditional resource-gathering format, requiring four specific items to progress. This stage focuses on common to rare materials, some of which you may already have in your inventory if you've been raiding regularly.

Here are the required items and how to find them:

7 Tick Pods: An uncommon item dropped by defeating Ticks-small, spider-like robots found throughout Arc Raiders.

20 Canisters: An uncommon commercial item found in multiple locations, or purchasable from Celeste if you're short on supplies.

12 Moss: A rare material found in natural locations, such as hydroponic domes or across the Riven Tides map.

5 "Twilight Compass" Ship Models: An uncommon trinket that can be looted while exploring the Riven Tides map, often found in beachcombing treasure chests.

Rewards for Stage 2: Heavy Gun Parts Blueprint, 3 Surge Coils, and 25 Raider Coins.

Stage 3: Secondary Validation Birds (Rare Materials & Combat)

Stage 3 increases the difficulty slightly, requiring rare materials obtained from combat and specific loot locations. This stage also offers valuable weapon rewards, making it a key milestone in the project.

Required items and their locations:

3 Comet Igniters: A rare item obtained by salvaging the remains of Comets-explosive ball robots-before they self-destruct.

10 Fertilizer: An uncommon material found in residential areas and natural zones like hydroponic domes.

8 Rusted Tools: A rare material found in industrial zones, such as scrap yards, tool boxes, and containers in Dam Battlegrounds.

5 "Velocity" Ship Models: A rare trinket found as random loot on the Riven Tides map, often in beachcombing stashes.

Rewards for Stage 3: Anvil IV, Anvil Splitter, and 50 Raider Coins.

Stage 4: Heightened Alert Birds (Environmental & Loot Items)

Stage 4 focuses on items obtained from environmental exploration and defeating specific enemies, along with a unique key item that unlocks additional content in Riven Tides.

Required items and how to find them:

2 Vaporizer Regulators: Dropped by destroying Vaporizers-enemies you'll encounter during raids.

3 Water Filters: An uncommon loot item found in residential areas across the map.

8 Agave: A plant material found in dry vegetation areas on the map.

5 "Sirena Dorata" Ship Models: A rare trinket obtained as random loot, often from beachcombing with the Dockmaster's Detector.

Rewards for Stage 4: Gel Patches (face cosmetic), Riven Tides Hotel Keycard No. 311, and 50 Raider Coins.

Stage 5: Critical Warning Birds (Final Stage & Rare Rewards)

The fifth and final stage of the Avian Alarm project requires the rarest items, including a unique ship model and valuable cosmetics. This stage is the most time-consuming but offers the most prestigious rewards.

Required items and their locations:

2 Turbine Compressors: A rare random loot item found in chests and containers.

3 Red Coral Jewelry: Obtained from chests and containers, often in coastal areas of Riven Tides.

4 Roots: Found in the swamps of Dam Battlegrounds.

1 "Leviathan's Crown" Ship Model: One of the rarest ship models in the Riven Tides update, obtained as random loot or from beachcombing stashes.

Rewards for Stage 5: Bird House (backpack charm), Fist in Air (emote), Acoustic Guitar, and 100 Raider Coins.

Tips for Completing the Avian Alarm Project Efficiently

To complete the project quickly, focus on Riven Tides raids-many required items are exclusive to this map. Use the Dockmaster's Detector (unlocked in Stage 1) for beachcombing, as it increases your chances of finding rare ship models and loot.

Mark needed items as pins to avoid forgetting them during raids, and prioritize gathering rare materials first, as they take the longest to find. If you're short on common cheap ARC Raiders Materials like Canisters, purchase them from Celeste to save time.

Additionally, be mindful of flying enemies like Snitches and Wasps while exploring Riven Tides. Snitches will call in reinforcements if not destroyed quickly, so use SMGs or impact grenades to take them down fast. Wasps, meanwhile, require precision rifles for effective damage dealers.

Final Notes

The Avian Alarm project is a rewarding addition to Arc Raiders, offering a mix of exploration, combat, and resource gathering. With its unique objectives and valuable rewards, it's a must-complete for any player looking to enhance their loadout and collection.

Remember, the project ends on May 26, 2026, so start gathering materials and progressing through the stages today. By following this guide, you'll be able to complete the Avian Alarm project efficiently and claim all its exclusive rewards.