Find the Wreckage Helmet and Finish Keeping the Memory
Keeping the Memory is a short but deceptively tricky quest that asks you to locate a single helmet hidden in the Wreckage on Dam Battlegrounds and place it on a memorial pole. The objective itself is simple: pick up the helmet and interact with the pole. The challenge comes from the environment: the Wreckage is a compact, often-contested POI with predictable sightlines, tight cover, and frequent player traffic. Completing the quest quickly and reliably depends on preparation, timing, and a clean execution plan that minimizes exposure and maximizes speed. This guide walks you through everything from spawn choices and approach angles to loadout recommendations, team roles, and extraction options so you can finish the quest fast and with minimal risk.
Why speed matters The memorial pole is a static world object that can be occupied by other players. If someone else places a helmet before you, the objective is blocked for that raid and you must try again in a new round. Because of that, the fastest clean run often wins. Speed reduces the chance of encountering other raiders, lowers the window for NPC patrols to interfere, and gives you more control over the engagement. That said, speed without planning is reckless; the best runs combine a light, mobile loadout with a clear route and a fallback plan.
Spawn and initial movement When you load into Dam Battlegrounds, orient yourself immediately. The Wreckage sits in the southeastern quadrant of the map near recognizable terrain features. Your first decision is whether to approach directly or to loop around using cover. A direct approach is fastest but exposes you to predictable sightlines. A flanking approach takes a few extra seconds but often avoids early contact. If you’re solo and want the fastest possible completion, spawn light and sprint a direct line to the Wreckage while hugging cover. If you’re in a duo, assign one player to move directly and the other to take a slightly longer route to provide overwatch.
Landmarks and exact helmet location The helmet is hidden at the base of the ruined Baron chassis inside the Wreckage POI. Look for a small, uniquely shaped bush on the north side of the wreck; the helmet is tucked there and appears when you interact with the bush. The memorial pole is a steel rod or short monument a few steps west of the Baron wreck; when you’re in range a holographic prompt appears allowing you to place the helmet. Memorize the relative positions: Baron wreck, small bush on the north side, memorial pole a short walk west. Visual memory of these three points cuts search time dramatically.
Loadout and gear choices Your loadout should prioritize mobility, situational awareness, and quick engagements. Light armor reduces movement penalties and lowers the cost of a failed run. A silenced short-range weapon such as an SMG or compact carbine is ideal because it lets you clear close threats without drawing long-range attention. Bring one throwable for crowd control — a smoke grenade is often the best choice because it obscures sightlines and buys you seconds to pick up and place the helmet. If you expect heavy PvP, a compact shield or quick-revive consumable can save a run, but these items add weight and slow you down. For solo speed runs, avoid heavy weapons and bulky attachments; for duo or trio runs, you can afford a slightly heavier kit if teammates cover extraction.
Movement and approach tactics Approach the Wreckage using cover and low-profile movement. Avoid running across open ground where you can be seen from multiple angles. If you have a teammate, one player should move to the bush and pick up the helmet while the other takes a high or angled position to watch likely approach routes. If you’re solo, use smoke to mask your approach and crouch-walk the last few meters to the bush. Interact with the bush quickly; the pickup animation is short but can be interrupted by damage. Once you have the helmet, move immediately to the memorial pole — do not linger. The placement interaction is also quick, but you must be in range and not stunned or incapacitated.
Two-player and team strategies A two-player run is the most efficient and reliable method. Assign roles: Runner and Cover. The Runner’s job is to sprint to the bush, pick up the helmet, and place it. The Cover’s job is to secure sightlines, suppress or deter other players, and call out threats. The Cover should position on a slightly elevated angle or behind a solid obstacle that gives a clear view of the Wreckage approaches. Communication is essential; a single short call like “helmet in” or “pole clear” keeps the run synchronized. If you have three players, add a Roamer who watches flanks and intercepts incoming players before they reach the Wreckage.
Dealing with other players If you encounter other raiders, your options depend on your team size and confidence. Avoid unnecessary firefights; the objective is to place the helmet, not to win a firefight. If you can outmaneuver opponents, do so. If you must fight, use the environment to your advantage: tight corners and wreckage provide cover and limit enemy angles. Smoke grenades and flashbangs are excellent for creating a window to pick up or place the helmet. If an enemy is already at the memorial pole and placing a helmet, disengage and try again in a new raid — contesting the pole is rarely worth the time unless you have a clear numerical advantage.
NPCs and environmental hazards NPC patrols and environmental hazards can complicate a run. Learn the patrol routes near the Wreckage and time your approach to avoid them. If a patrol crosses your path while you’re carrying the helmet, use cover and distraction to slip past. The helmet placement completes the quest even if you are later downed, so if a patrol knocks you down after placement the quest still counts. That said, surviving to extract is preferable for loot and experience.
Placement mechanics and completion When you reach the memorial pole with the helmet, a holographic prompt appears. Interact to place the helmet; the quest completes instantly upon placement. You do not need to extract to receive the quest completion credit. However, extraction is necessary if you want to keep any loot you brought into the raid. If you are downed after placing the helmet, the quest remains complete but you will lose any carried gear unless your team extracts you or you self-revive.
Extraction planning After placing the helmet, plan your extraction route before you move. The Red Lakes Balcony Lift is a common extraction point and often the most direct, but it can be predictable and contested. If you have time, move to a less obvious extraction or loop around to a safer lift. If you’re solo and light, sprinting to the nearest lift while using smoke to cover open stretches is usually fastest. If you’re in a team, coordinate a staggered extraction where one player secures the lift while others move in.
Fallbacks and recovery If the memorial pole is already occupied or the area is too hot, fall back immediately. Do not waste time searching for alternate helmets; the Wreckage helmet is the only one that completes this objective. If you’re forced to abort, regroup and try again in a new raid. If you’re downed before placing the helmet, you must restart the objective in another raid. If you place the helmet and then get downed, the quest still completes, so prioritize placement over survival when the choice is between placing and fighting a losing battle.
Advanced tips and micro-optimizations Timing your spawn to coincide with quieter server windows reduces the chance of encountering other players. Use the map’s natural cover to create a path that minimizes exposure to common sniper perches. If you have a movement augment or sprint boost, use it for the final approach and the dash to the pole. Practice the pickup and placement animations in low-risk raids so you can perform them under pressure. If you’re running with a friend, rehearse the two-player choreography: Runner moves, Cover takes position, Runner picks and places, both extract.
Psychological and meta considerations Many players expect the Wreckage to be contested, so they either avoid it or camp it. Use that expectation to your advantage by approaching unpredictably. If you see a player camping the memorial pole, consider baiting them out with a decoy or a short engagement elsewhere, then slip in while they reposition. Conversely, if you’re the one camping the pole, be aware that other players may try to bait you; don’t overcommit to a single angle.
Common mistakes to avoid The most common errors are carrying heavy gear that slows you down, failing to check the pole before committing to a long approach, and not coordinating with teammates. Another frequent mistake is lingering after picking up the helmet; every second you spend exposed increases the chance of being interrupted. Finally, don’t assume extraction is required — place the helmet and then decide whether to extract based on the situation.
Practice runs and learning curve If you’re new to the map or the quest, do a few practice runs without valuable gear. Use these runs to learn the exact bush location, the pole’s placement, and the best angles for cover. Practice runs also let you test different loadouts and find the balance between speed and survivability that suits your playstyle. Over time you’ll internalize the route and be able to complete the quest with minimal thought.
Rewards and progression Completing Keeping the Memory grants quest-specific rewards and contributes to your progression. Because the objective is quick, it’s an efficient way to farm quest completions if you can reliably finish runs. Remember that while the quest itself is simple, the surrounding gameplay — PvP, NPCs, and extraction — is where the real challenge and reward lie.
Solo versus group tradeoffs Solo runs are fastest when you’re confident and mobile, but they carry higher risk if the area is contested. Group runs are safer and allow for more flexible loadouts, but they require coordination and can be slower. Choose the approach that matches your comfort level and the server population. If you’re trying to maximize speed and minimize risk, a two-player run with a dedicated Runner and Cover is the sweet spot.
Mental checklist before you spawn Before you drop into Dam Battlegrounds, confirm your loadout, ensure you have a smoke or throwable, and decide whether you’ll run solo or with a partner. Visualize the route: spawn, sprint to the Baron wreck, interact with the bush, move to the pole, place helmet, extract. Having this mental map reduces hesitation and speeds execution.
Final run example A clean two-player run looks like this: both players spawn light. Player A sprints directly to the Baron wreck and crouch-walks to the north bush. Player B moves to a nearby elevated cover with a clear view of the Wreckage approaches. Player A picks up the helmet and immediately moves to the memorial pole while Player B watches for incoming players and throws a smoke if needed. Player A places the helmet and the quest completes. Both players then move to a preplanned extraction point, using smoke and cover as necessary.
FAQ
Do I need to extract to complete the quest? No. The quest completes the moment you place the helmet on the memorial pole. Extraction is only necessary if you want to keep any loot you carried into the raid.
Where exactly is the helmet located? The helmet is hidden in a small bush on the north side of the ruined Baron chassis inside the Wreckage POI. Interact with the bush to pick it up.
What if someone already placed a helmet? If the memorial pole is already occupied, the objective is blocked for that raid. Leave and try again in a new raid.
Is the Wreckage contested? Often yes. Expect other players and NPC patrols. Use speed, cover, and team coordination to reduce risk.
What loadout should I use? Prioritize mobility: light armor, a silenced SMG or compact carbine, and a smoke grenade. For team runs, you can afford slightly heavier gear if teammates cover extraction.
Can I solo this quest? Yes. Solo runs are possible and often fastest if you’re comfortable with quick movement and minimal gear. Two-player runs are more reliable.
What’s the best extraction after placing the helmet? The Red Lakes Balcony Lift is common and direct, but it can be predictable. If possible, scout for a less obvious extraction to reduce the chance of ambush.
Will NPCs stop me from placing the helmet? NPC patrols can interfere, but they won’t prevent placement if you can reach the pole. Time your approach to avoid patrols or use smoke and distraction to slip past.
What’s the fastest way to guarantee success? A coordinated two-player run with one Runner and one Cover, a light loadout, and a preplanned extraction route gives the best balance of speed and reliability.
Quick summary: Complete the Keeping the Memory objective fast by following a tight five‑waypoint route through Dam Battlegrounds’ Wreckage: spawn light, sprint to the Baron wreck, interact with the north bush to pick up the helmet, place it on the nearby memorial pole, then extract via a preplanned lift. This printable route and two‑player voice script are optimized for speed and reliability.
Route and printable step‑by‑step waypoints
Spawn Point — Orient and sprint: Immediately check the map and face southeast toward Formicai Hills. Equip a light loadout and start moving within 5 seconds of spawn.
Approach Cover — Use tree line: Hug the left tree line to avoid open sightlines; this adds 3–6 seconds but reduces early contact risk.
Baron Wreck — Locate the landmark: Reach the large rusted Baron chassis at the center of Wreckage; this is your visual anchor.
North Bush — Interact to spawn helmet: Move to the small uniquely shaped bush on the north side of the Baron and press interact; the helmet drops immediately.
Memorial Pole — Place helmet and confirm: Walk a few steps west to the steel rod; a blue holographic prompt appears—interact to place the helmet and complete the quest.
Extraction Plan — Preselect lift: Head to your chosen extraction (Red Lakes Balcony Lift or a quieter alternative) using smoke to cover exposed stretches; extract if you want to keep loot.
Printable tips: write these waypoints on a single page in this order, mark the Baron wreck on your map, and circle the extraction lift you’ll use. Practice the pickup and placement animations in low‑risk raids to reduce hesitation.
Short two‑player voice comms script
Role assignment: Player 1 = Runner, Player 2 = Cover.
Pre‑spawn: Runner: “I’m running Wreckage; light load.” Cover: “I’ll hold overwatch on approach.”
Approach: Runner: “Moving tree line now.” Cover: “I see two angles clear; holding.”
Pickup: Runner: “Helmet in bush, picking up.” Cover: “Smoke ready; throwing on your mark.” Runner: “Smoke now — placing.”
Placement: Runner: “Placing helmet.” Cover: “Pole clear — confirmed placed.”
Extract: Runner: “Moving to lift A.” Cover: “Covering route, enemies north.” Runner: “Lift reached, extracting now.”
Use short, consistent calls only; avoid long sentences. If enemy contact occurs, the Cover should call exact direction (e.g., “enemy north ridge”) and Runner should either dash to pole or abort depending on threat.
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