The Trackers Alliance adds a specialized bounty hunting faction to Bethesda's sci-fi RPG, letting you track down high-value targets across the settled systems. If you're wondering how to join the guild, find mission boards, and claim unique rewards, you're in the right place. We'll break down the exact steps to get started without wasting your credits.
You can initiate your career by heading to major settlements like Cydonia on Mars and speaking with the Trackers Alliance Agent near the spaceport or local bars. Completing the introductory quest, "The Bounty that Got Away," grants you official membership, access to the faction's headquarters basement on Neon, and repeatable contracts from specialized mission boards.
Joining the Trackers Alliance and Locating Headquarters
You don't need a formal invitation to start, but you do need to trigger the initial encounter. Head to the Sol system and land on Mars.
- Travel to Cydonia and walk past the main airlock into the central hub.
- Listen for a commotion or look for a mysterious tracker interacting with locals near the central hab area.
- Speak to the Trackers Alliance representative to start the introductory questline.
- Complete the brief investigation to secure your badge and clearance.
Once you finish this introductory mission, you gain full access to the Trackers Alliance Headquarters, tucked away on the planet Volii Alpha in the Neon city core. Take the elevator down to the basement level to find weapon workbenches, vendors, a bar, and the primary bounty board.
Using Bounty Boards and Accepting Contracts
Radiant gameplay loop mechanics rely heavily on the mission boards located downstairs in the Neon HQ or the secondary boards scattered across major spaceports.
When you check a board, you'll see a mix of targets. Some contracts require you to bring targets back alive using non-lethal weapons like the EM-modified weapons or Nova Blaster variants, while others permit elimination. Alive bounties typically yield higher payouts and unique faction standing perks, but they require careful crowd control during firefights.
Make sure your ship's cargo hold and brig capabilities are ready if you plan on taking multiple live targets simultaneously. Keep track of system level recommendations before accepting high-tier contracts, as enemy scaling can catch unprepared pilots off guard.
Premium Bounties: The Vulture and Beyond
While the base faction update includes free radiant boards and introductory quests, Bethesda also offers major story-driven additions through the in-game Creations menu. For example, The Vulture questline introduces a cinematic narrative arc with unique voice acting, bespoke gear, and multi-stage investigations.
Unlike free radiant contracts, these premium expansions require purchasing via Creation Credits. If you choose to pick them up, they add structured detective work—such as digging through hotel rooms in Paradiso and confronting sniper mercenaries on clifftops—giving you more narrative depth than standard radiant boards.
For official details on updates and creations, check out Bethesda Game Studios.
Rewards, Gear, and Special Weapons
Hunting high-profile targets isn't just about credits; it's about unique armaments you can't get anywhere else in the settled systems.
- Particle and Sniper Rifles: High-end ballistic tools like specialized sniper variants drop from elite syndicate bosses.
- Tracker Apparel: Distinctive duds such as the Vulture Dustwear set give your character an authentic bounty hunter aesthetic.
- Credits and XP: Successful live captures net significant credit bonuses compared to standard Crimson Fleet or Spacer board clearing.
If you want to optimize your loadout for non-lethal captures, stop by weapon vendor shops in major hubs to attach electromagnetic mods to your favorite sidearms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the main Trackers Alliance mission board?
The primary board is located downstairs in the Trackers Alliance Headquarters on Neon. You can also find auxiliary boards near ship service technicians in major cities after completing introductory prerequisites.
Do Trackers Alliance quests disable achievements?
Base game quests and official updates do not disable achievements. However, certain third-party community creations from the menu might flag your save file, so check the warning labels before downloading.
How do I capture bounties alive?
You must drain the target's health bar using EM (Electromagnetic) damage weapons until they collapse unconscious, rather than using lethal ballistic or laser fire. Once they're down, interact with them to secure the arrest.
Can I do bounty missions without joining the faction?
You can complete basic radiant mission board bounties found throughout the galaxy, but full access to specialized faction gear, unique quest chains, and the Neon headquarters requires completing the introductory induction.
