Completing the Decontamination Service task from the Therapist in Escape from Tarkov can be quite challenging. The process of eliminating 40 Scavs requires multiple raids, and unlocking this task does not lead to additional missions. However, players are motivated by the valuable rewards, especially experience points, associated with it. Most players manage to finish this task once they comprehend the mechanics. Below is a guide on how to successfully complete the Decontamination Service task in Escape from Tarkov.
How to Complete the Decontamination Service Quest in Escape from Tarkov
To complete the Decontamination Service quest assigned by the Therapist, you must achieve the following objective:
- Eliminate 40 Scavs from less than 60 meters away while equipped with specific gear on Interchange.
Taking down 40 Scavs can be demanding, but the “60 meters away” condition is generally manageable, as most encounters on Interchange occur at close range. The specific gear you can opt for includes one of the following:
- Respirator
- GP-5 Gas Mask
- GP-7 Gas Mask
Among these options, Respirators are typically the most cost-effective choice since both GP-5 and GP-7 gas masks are valuable for bartering.
Where to Find Scavs in Interchange
Fortunately, Interchange is teeming with Scavs. There are numerous areas with dense Scav spawns. At times, you might encounter too many at once, leading to overwhelming situations. It is important to understand that Scav spawn rates can vary.
A key mechanic to note is that if you enter an area and find no Scavs, they might have spawned elsewhere on the map, potentially claimed by other players before you could reach them. In such cases, be prepared to wait a few minutes within the raid for them to respawn. To maximize your chances, focus on frequenting hotspot areas for Scav spawns.
Here’s a list of some of the prime locations for Scavs in Interchange:
- OLI (near the registers, up and down the escalators, and around the shelves)
- Goshan (central area near the counters and at the back with various toolboxes)
- Scav Camp (PMC & Scav extraction point)
- Center of Interchange (general center of the mall including Mantis, Brutal, and KIBA)
- Emercom ramp (the ramp leading from the Emercom extraction point into the mall)
- Power station
- IDEA counters and offices
- Basement area near the #11SR extraction room
Exploring these locations should yield three or more Scavs at each, contingent on their spawn status. Be observant of any deceased bodies, as other PMCs may have already taken down Scavs that were in the area. You can also have some fun using a GL40 or an under-barrel grenade launcher while dispatching the Scavs.
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