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Few companions in modern extraction shooters have earned as much community affection as Scrappy, the loyal rooster that follows every Raider into the wasteland. While the ARC threat looms overhead and rival players fight for survival, Scrappy quietly works behind the scenes—gathering resources, lightening your load, and providing long-term progression benefits.

Although Scrappy is adorable and low-maintenance, fully upgrading him requires dedication, exploration, and a solid understanding of where rare materials spawn. This guide breaks down every Scrappy upgrade, all required items, and the best places to farm each resource, along with strategies that make maxing out your rooster faster and safer.

Scrappy Upgrade Requirements (All Levels)

Upgrading Scrappy is simple in structure but demanding in execution. Bring the right materials to the Workshop and upgrade instantly—no timers, no cooldowns, no restrictions. If you gather everything beforehand, you can level Scrappy from 1 to max in a single session.

Here’s every requirement:

Level 2 – Forager

• 1 Dog Collar

Level 3 – Scavenger

• 3 Lemons

• 3 Apricots

Level 4 – Treasure Hunter

• 1 Cat Bed

• 6 Olives

• 6 Prickly Pears

Level 5 – Master Hoarder

• 12 Mushrooms

• 12 Apricots

• 3 Very Comfortable Pillows

Some ingredients are extremely rare (especially Mushrooms and Pillows), so knowing where to farm efficiently is essential.

Where to Find Every Scrappy Upgrade Material

Below is a complete breakdown of where each required item tends to spawn most reliably.

Dog Collar (Level 2 Upgrade)

Dog Collars are most commonly found in residential zones, particularly clusters of houses or apartment blocks. Search high-shelf interior loot, corners of living rooms, and pet-themed props.

Best places to farm:

• Pale Apartments (Dam Battlegrounds)

• Grandioso Apartments (Buried City)

• Santa Maria Houses (Buried City)

• Red Tower (Buried City)

• Ruined Homestead (Blue Gate)

• Raider’s Refuge (Blue Gate)

• Village (Blue Gate)

If you’re struggling early-game, Dog Collars are one of the easiest rare items to target.

Lemons & Apricots (Level 3 Upgrade)

Both fruits are obtained by interacting with small fruit trees in nature-heavy areas. They tend to spawn together, so you’ll often complete both requirements simultaneously.

Top farming spots:

• Olive Grove (Blue Gate) – Highest fruit density

• Marano Park (Buried City) – Reliable mix of natural loot nodes

These items are common during environmental events like Lush Blooms, making them significantly easier to stockpile.

Prickly Pears (Level 4 Upgrade)

Prickly Pears can be tricky—they don’t spawn in huge numbers and are spread across desert-like areas.

Best places to check:

• South of the Research & Administration building (Dam Battlegrounds)

• Near Dune’s End (Buried City)

Keep an eye on ground-level foliage; they’re easy to miss in tall grass.

Olives (Level 4 Upgrade)

The most consistent spawn location for Olives is the Olive Grove on Blue Gate. This area produces several fruit types, but olives maintain an extremely high appearance rate.

Best farming spot:

• Olive Grove (Blue Gate)

Run the area multiple times per session—the respawn rate is favorable, especially during resource-themed events.

Cat Bed (Level 4 Upgrade)

Cat Beds spawn inside apartments or residential complexes. They are moderately rare but tend to appear in consistent loot clusters.

Best locations:

• Pale Apartments (Dam Battlegrounds)

• Ruby Residence (Dam Battlegrounds)

Focus on bedroom interiors and pet accessory props.

Mushrooms (Level 5 Upgrade)

Mushrooms are one of the rarest resources in ARC Raiders. They spawn in controlled or semi-sterile environments, making them difficult to farm casually.

Best location for mushrooms:

• Hydroponic Dome Complex (Dam Battlegrounds)

If you see a Lush Bloom event active, prioritize this farm—it dramatically increases fruit and fungi spawns.

Very Comfortable Pillow (Level 5 Upgrade)

These pillows are considered luxury loot and appear in carefully staged interiors.

Best farming location:

• Pattern House (Dam Battlegrounds)

Expect competition here—high-value loot attracts both players and the ARC.

What Scrappy Upgrades Actually Do

Once leveled, Scrappy continues performing the same primary function—autonomously gathering resources while you explore. However, each upgrade increases the amount of loot Scrappy collects per slot, drastically boosting your efficiency during long extraction runs.

Higher levels mean:

• More base materials

• More crafting ingredients

• Less dependence on manual farming

• Time saved preparing for late-game encounters

If you’re a new or returning player, upgrading Scrappy early is one of the most impactful progression steps you can take.

Fastest Ways to Max Out Scrappy

1. Wait for Lush Bloom Events

Fruit baskets appear more frequently and drop higher quantities of rare ingredients.

2. Attempt Night Raids

Night Raids boost rare item frequency but increase risk—ARC enemies and players are far more aggressive.

3. Use Safe Pockets

Never extract without at least one safe pocket, especially when carrying mushrooms or pillows.

4. Track Needed Items

Use Scrappy’s “Track” feature to highlight required loot during runs.

5. Trade With Friends

If a teammate has already maxed Scrappy, they can drop spare items for you.

Scrappy Cosmetic Upgrades

Scrappy isn’t just functional—he’s fashionable. You can unlock hats, skins, and rooster-themed cosmetics through the Raider customization menu.

Navigate to:
Main Menu → Raiders → Customization → Scrappy

Most cosmetic items require ARC Cred, but prices are mild compared to player skins.

Progress Faster

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