How to Finish Arc Raiders’ Life of a Pharmacist Step by Step

If you’re playing Arc Raiders, one of the missions you might encounter is Life of a Pharmacist. Many players ask about what to do, where to go, and what’s important to know in this mission. In this guide, I’ll break down the main points, based on how most players handle it in practice.

Where to Find the Arbusto Farmacia

The first step in this mission is locating the Arbusto Farmacia. In general, players find it by heading to the collapsed highway area in Buried City. The pharmacy isn’t hidden in a building that looks intact—it’s usually partially destroyed, and you may need to navigate some debris to get inside.

Most players approach it carefully because there are sometimes enemies or environmental hazards near the collapsed sections. The entrance is usually clear once you’re at the right location, but pay attention to your surroundings to avoid unnecessary damage.

Documenting the Pharmacist’s Life

Once you’re inside the pharmacy, the mission requires you to document the pharmacist’s hobbies, family, taste, and skills. Here’s how players usually approach this:

• Hobbies: Check for small items around the pharmacy, like books, plants, or personal objects. Most players note that there is usually a hobby that reflects either gardening or reading.

• Family: Look for photos or documents. In general, players report finding family pictures tucked away on desks or shelves.

• Taste: This can include anything from decorative items to leftover snacks. Usually, the pharmacist’s taste is reflected in simple, everyday choices rather than anything extravagant.

• Skills: Look at any equipment or medical tools left behind. Many players identify skills by seeing items like the Defibrillator, Surge Shield Recharger, or Sterilized Bandages, which indicate the pharmacist had both medical and technical abilities.

When documenting these, most players find it helpful to move methodically through the pharmacy and check all corners of each room. Missing a single item can mean the mission isn’t fully completed.

Understanding the Supplies

The mission also has specific items to collect, which are usually found scattered around the pharmacy:

• 1x Defibrillator: This is often on a counter or near medical cabinets. Players typically pick it up first because it’s one of the heavier items.

• 1x Surge Shield Recharger: Usually stored near technical or electrical equipment. Most players take a moment to make sure they don’t miss it because it’s easy to overlook.

• 3x Sterilized Bandage: These are often in small drawers or containers. Players report checking every drawer to ensure they have all three.

In practice, carrying these items doesn’t slow you down much, but managing your inventory carefully is important. If your inventory is full, you might need to drop something else temporarily.

Tips Based on Common Player Behavior

Here are some things you’ll notice when playing this mission:

1. Environmental Awareness: Most players approach the pharmacy slowly because there are some hazards near the collapsed highway. Rushing in usually leads to minor damage or missed items.

2. Item Prioritization: Usually, players pick up heavier or mission-critical items first, like the defibrillator and recharger, and then move to smaller items.

3. Recording Information: Documenting hobbies and family is usually done by scanning or inspecting objects in-game. It helps to systematically check each room rather than jumping around.

4. Optional Gear: Some players also like to buy ARC Raiders gear online at U4N before starting missions to make them easier. While this isn’t necessary, it can speed up early exploration, especially if your starting loadout is limited.

How Most Players Complete the Mission

In general, players follow a similar pattern:

1. Approach the collapsed highway carefully, keeping an eye out for enemies.

2. Enter the Arbusto Farmacia and start documenting hobbies, family, taste, and skills in a systematic way.

3. Collect all mission-specific items: 1x Defibrillator, 1x Surge Shield Recharger, and 3x Sterilized Bandage.

4. Double-check that you haven’t missed anything before exiting.

5. Complete the mission by returning or submitting documentation as required by the game.

Most players find that moving methodically and not rushing leads to fewer mistakes. Skipping steps usually means returning later, which can waste time.

Life of a Pharmacist is a mission that combines exploration, collection, and documentation. In practice, success comes down to being thorough and paying attention to details. Most players report that taking your time, checking all corners, and understanding the pharmacist’s story makes the mission feel more manageable and satisfying.