Completing the Find the Source Quest in Escape from Tarkov: A Step-by-Step Guide

Having recently completed the *Streets of Tarkov* quest, it’s time to return to *The Lab* in order to tackle the *Find the Source* mission in *Escape from Tarkov*. This quest requires a specific key and a locked room that cannot be purchased through the flea market. Fortunately, the key has a guaranteed spawn rate in a designated area. Below, we detail how to locate the key and successfully complete the *Find the Source* quest, bringing you closer to the concluding chapter of the 2024 Halloween event.

Steps to Complete the Find the Source Task in Escape from Tarkov

To successfully finish the *Find the Source* task, you must undertake the following objectives while ensuring your survival during the raid:

Access the sealed room containing the virus in *The Lab*.
Locate and secure the diary inside the room.
Deliver the obtained diary to complete the task.

Your mission involves retrieving a diary that can spawn in multiple locations, necessitating a safe extraction from *The Lab*. Given the high risks associated with this quest, it’s advisable to equip yourself with a reliable loadout, such as a semi-automatic shotgun paired with a secondary weapon capable of handling the in-game zombies.

Furthermore, you will need two *Zagustin* stims. Activate the first stim at the beginning of the match to safeguard against the virus and any bleeding. Save the second *Zagustin* for your exit from the room, as it grants temporary immunity to the virus. Timing is critical; make sure to use it before you encounter any zombies to fully benefit from its protective effects.

Residential Unit Keycard in Escape from Tarkov — Image by Prima Games

You will also need the *TerraGroup Labs Residential Unit Keycard*, which spawns in *The Lab* with a 100% rate. This keycard is not available for purchase on the flea market, so it must be acquired through a raid.

To find all possible spawn locations for the *TerraGroup Labs Residential Unit Keycard*, refer to our comprehensive guide. There are eleven spawn points located within the containment block, ensuring that most of the search will remain confined to a smaller area.

Diary Spawn Locations within The Lab

Once you have secured the *TerraGroup Labs Residential Unit Keycard*, your next destination is Residential Unit 07. This unit is situated conveniently near the main entrance of the containment block, easily identifiable by the “07” marking next to the door. Simply swipe the keycard to enter the room.

First Diary Spawn

Inside the room, five potential spawn points exist for the diary. The first spawn is located on the floor next to the counter, adjacent to the bed on the right.

Second Diary Spawn

The second spawn can be found by the desk, placed next to some books and a plant.

Third Diary Spawn

The third location is hidden beneath the mattress of the top bunk bed on the left.

Fourth Diary Spawn

The fourth possible location is next to the pillow on the left bunk bed.

Fifth Diary Spawn

Finally, the last spawn is on the floor next to the counter, adjacent to the left bunk bed. After you secure the diary, you can explore the room further, as several high-value items are available for looting.

Notably, items such as Bronze Lions and Bitcoins can be found around the beanbags, shelves, beds, and table, providing lucrative opportunities.

If the situation becomes risky, make a swift exit towards the nearest secure extraction point – the medical block elevator located just below. The entrance to the containment block is conveniently adjacent to the staircase leading to the basement, ensuring easy access to the medical block elevator.

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