Emperor Gateway Conduit Key Revealed in the Frozen Trail Update
The Arc Raiders Frozen Trail patch now unlocks the Emperor Gateway Conduit Key, granting access to the high‑value Fallen Emperor zone on Pendola Pass. The key is essential for penetrating the Fallen Walker’s body and harvesting rare blueprints, as previewed by the developers.
Locating the Key Blueprint on Pendola Pass
Players earn the blueprint by completing the Reward Pass to Tier 60, or by retrieving it directly from the dynamically‑shifted loot spots on the map. Key locations that flood with rare drops each match include Cielo Sereno Observatory, Almatera Station, and Commissionary Supermarket. Raids run during the Night Raid or Redirection conditions further boost the chances of finding the blueprint.
Crafting the Key: Required Couplers and Workbench Level
The key requires one ARC Insulated Coupler, one ARC Conductive Coupler, and one ARC Plated Coupler. All three drop from ARC probes that fall from the sky when Pendola Pass is in the Redirection state. Once collected, these items can be combined at a Level 1 Workbench to forge the Emperor Gateway Conduit Key. No higher workbench rank is needed at this stage.
With the key and couplers secured, players can now breach the Fallen Emperor’s core for coveted blueprints, marking a pivotal moment in the winter landscape.
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