What to know
- Hornets are small flying drones with armored fronts and rear thrusters that are vulnerable.
- Their electric shock attack stuns and damages raiders, making them a high-threat enemy.
- Destroying the rear thrusters disables their flight and causes them to crash.
- Hornets drop valuable loot like Hornet Drivers, which can be used for quests and crafting.
Hornets are a common sight in Arc Raiders, patrolling the skies and ready to zap any raider who gets too close. These drones are designed to neutralize threats quickly, using their electric shock weapon to stun and damage players. If you want to survive encounters with Hornets, you’ll need to know their weaknesses and how to exploit them.
ARC Enemy Hornet: Quick overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Hornet (ARC unit) |
| Threat level | High |
| Armor plating | Semi-Plated (front thrusters armored) |
| Attack style | Electric shock that stuns and damages shields and health |
| Common locations | Outdoors, open areas |
| Key loot drops | ARC Alloy, Hornet Driver, ARC Powercell |
| Weakness/Notes | Rear thrusters unarmored and vulnerable to all ammo types; heavy ammo best for front thrusters; stunned by h |
ARC Enemy Hornet locations
Hornets are airborne enemies usually found outdoors near rooftops, terraces, and buildings across most maps. They patrol low above the ground, sometimes alongside Wasps, and use a red laser to target players before unleashing a powerful electric shock. Their buzzing sound and sudden electric attacks make them easy to identify. Because of their armor and strong stun abilities, they appear in tougher raid zones. Stay alert in open areas, watch for their targeting lasers.
How to fight the Hornet in ARC Raiders
Hornets emit a distinct mechanical buzzing sound and use a red targeting laser before shooting their electric stun attack. Keeping alert for these audio-visual cues helps you anticipate their next move.
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Aim at the Hornet’s rear thrusters, which are unarmored and vulnerable. Destroying both causes the Hornet to lose flight control and crash.
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After the Hornet crashes, finish it quickly. Heavy ammo is effective against the armored front thrusters if the Hornet is still operational.
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Collect the Hornet Driver, ARC Powercells, and ARC Alloy from the wreck. These are essential crafting and upgrade materials for progressing in ARC Raiders.
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ARC Enemy Hornet combat tips
- Keep moving in open areas; standing still makes it easy for Hornets to lock you with their stun electric attacks.
- Listen carefully for the distinctive buzzing sound indicating a Hornet nearby and watch for the red laser that targets you just before it fires.
- Aim for the Hornet’s rear thrusters, which are unarmored and easily destroyed with any ammo type; heavy ammo works best for dealing with its front armored thrusters.
- Dodge roll, slide, or take cover immediately after the Hornet fires its stun round to avoid getting immobilized and taking heavy damage.
- Prioritize using explosives like Trigger ‘Nades or Snap Blast Grenades to quickly bring Hornets down when available.
ARC Enemy Hornet loot and drops
| Item | Use case |
|---|---|
| ARC Alloy | Standard crafting material for weapons and gear. |
| ARC Powercell | Used for crafting and upgrading abilities and equipment. |
| Hornet Driver | Unique drop used for upgrading benches, crafting components, recyclable into ARC Alloy and electrical parts; throwable to briefly stun enemies. |
| Simple Gun Parts | Components for weapon crafting. |
| Medium Ammo | Ammunition commonly dropped. |
How the Hornet fits into the enemy ecosystem
Hornets are mid-tier enemies, more dangerous than lighter units like Ticks and Wasps. They act as aggressive flying patrols that attack with electric shocks, which can stun and deal heavy damage. Unlike the weaker, unarmored ARCs, Hornets have some armor on their front thrusters, making them harder to take down. The best way to kill them is by targeting their exposed rear thrusters. They often appear with Wasps, using swarm tactics to overwhelm players. Since their stun attacks can break your combat flow, it’s best to focus on them quickly while using cover and movement to stay safe.
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