Discover Tarkov's intense survival challenges with Skier’s 'Extortionist' quest, unlocking gear, reputation, and adrenaline-pumping rewards in this gritty warzone.
Stepping into Tarkov's gritty warzone for the first time felt like being thrown into a meat grinder 🔥 No tutorials, no hand-holding - just pure survival chaos. That's when I met Skier, the shadiest yet most useful arms dealer in Customs District. His 'Extortionist' quest became my baptism by fire, and oh boy, the adrenaline rush was unreal! This shady character offers low-level players like me essential gear and cash for 'simple' errands, but in Tarkov, nothing's ever simple. Every corner hides danger, and trust me, that cargo retrieval mission had my heart pounding like a drum solo 🥁
🔑 Finding the Key: Scav Hunting 101
The quest triggers at level 7, sending you into Customs' industrial nightmare. I'll never forget stumbling upon that dead Scav's body - tucked in a massive bush near a red shipping container behind a warehouse. The concrete wall nearby became my temporary shelter while scanning for hostiles. Pro tip: approach from the north to avoid sniper sightlines! That rusted key felt heavier than any loot when I grabbed it, knowing every player nearby would kill for it.
🗺️ Locating the Secret Stash
Eastbound from the corpse lies your prize - a sheet-metal shack straight out of a horror movie 😱 Barred windows, abandoned rail tracks, and that creepy warehouse looming nearby. I counted 23 windows in visual range - perfect ambush spots! The cargo? Beneath a grimy jacket on the floor. My hands shook unpacking it while listening for footsteps. Bring light armor - you'll need mobility in these tight spaces.
💰 Skier's Sweet Rewards
Completing this quest transformed my early-game progress! The payout varies based on your Intelligence Center level - mine was Level 2, netting 575 sweet dollars 💸 But the real treasures?
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3,200 EXP (massive for low levels!)
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+0.04 Skier Reputation (trust matters!)
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Molot VPO-209 carbine (my new woodland buddy)
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Zhuk-3 Press armor (stopped three bullets next raid)
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Unlocked Remington 870 shotgun purchases!
Here's the dollar breakdown:
| Intel Level | Payout |
|---|---|
| Base | $500 |
| Level 1 | $525 |
| Level 2 | $575 |
🧠 Survival Strategies That Saved Me
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Timing is everything: Raid at server reset for fewer PMCs
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Audio cues: Train sounds mask your footsteps near tracks
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Budget loadout: Don't risk expensive gear - I survived with a PM pistol!
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Exfil routes: Plan THREE escape paths before entering cabin
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Loot discipline: Grab ONLY the jacket cargo first - check surroundings after
That final exfil sprint felt like winning the lottery 🏆 Hearing Skier's gruff 'Good job' after delivering the cargo? Priceless. This quest is your golden ticket to early weapon unlocks and trader reputation. Just remember - in Tarkov, greed kills faster than bullets.
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