DMZ Salvager Mission: All Contraband Locations

The **Salvager mission** in Warzone 2.0’s DMZ mode challenges players to locate and extract contraband packages from dangerous underwater shipwrecks. Part of the Crown Faction’s Tier 2 objectives, this task requires securing **three packages from Al Mazrah’s sunken vessels** and **two from Ashika Island** in a single deployment. Success demands strong swimming gear, combat readiness against AI enemies, and efficient navigation through contested waters.

Understanding the Salvager Mission Requirements

This mission tests scavenging skills in high-risk zones. Players must dive into ocean depths around shipwrecks, grab the packages, and exfiltrate without losing them to rival operators or bots. Key rules include extracting all items together to avoid resets, prioritizing oxygen management, and coordinating with teammates for defense.

• Al Mazrah Objective: Extract 3 contraband packages from specified sunken ships near Sawah Village (grid 8D).
• Ashika Island Objective: Extract 2 contraband packages from wrecks on the eastern shore.
• Deployment Constraint: Complete both in one life; death or separate extractions fail the run.

Prepare with **rebreathers** for extended dives, suppressors for stealth, and loadouts favoring mobility over heavy weapons. Squads shine here, with one player diving while others cover surfaces.

Essential Preparation and Loadout Tips

Before dropping in, optimize your kit for underwater ops. Stock up on **gas masks or rebreathers** from buy stations or crates, as oxygen depletes rapidly in deep water. Use tac-sprint boots and lightweight vests to swim faster.

Land near extraction points first to gear up, then hit wrecks. Monitor the tac-map for ship icons and enemy pings.

Locating Contraband Packages in Al Mazrah

Al Mazrah’s packages hide in three distinct shipwrecks southwest of Sawah Village. These sites swarm with Konni soldiers, so approach from the sea to flank AI patrols. Coordinates center around grid **D8**, with wrecks visible as dark silhouettes underwater.

First Package: Split Wreckage at Sawah Village

Head to the large beached ship in Sawah Village’s shallows. Swim through the **massive hull breach on the side**, then climb crates inside toward the southern end. On the lower deck, scan left-side crates—the package sits atop a stack, glowing faintly amid debris.

Avoid ground entries; AI guards rooftops heavily. Dive directly to minimize exposure.

Second Package: Southeast Offshore Vessel

Southeast of the first wreck, spot a half-submerged ship near past event sites like the UFO zone. Board from the water, ascend to the **east-end first-floor cabins**. Inside the room with overturned tables and bunks, check the **northeast corner**—the package hides under tables beside beds.

This spot often has patrolling bots; clear rooms methodically before looting.

Third Package: Hidden Deep-Sea Submerged Ship

The trickiest find: a fully underwater vessel between the prior two, not marked on maps. Dive deep along the seabed; look for faint outlines. Target the **port-side bridge wing**—the package rests on the extended platform.

No rebreather? Grab the first two, exfil, redeploy, and repeat one for the third. Deep dives demand quick grabs to evade oxygen loss.

Pro Tip: Mark wrecks on your map upon approach. Packages respawn if untouched, but grabbed ones vanish permanently per match.

Securing Packages on Ashika Island

Ashika Island’s wrecks lie on the **eastern shore**, simpler to access but exposed to beach spawns. Two ships hold one package each; extract both before crossing to Al Mazrah.

Northern Ship: Deck-Side Toolbox Hide

The northern wreck beaches partially ashore. Climb the **shore-facing side** to the main deck. Midway, behind a **toolbox near chain barriers**, the package waits in plain sight but camouflaged by clutter.

Fast climb prevents sniper fire from nearby hills.

Southern Ship: Sunken Bow Position

The southern wreck sits lower. Dive or wade to the **front bow section**. Just inside chain railings, the package occupies a duffel-like spot on deck.

These are surface-level grabs, ideal for quick solos. Exfil nearby to preserve momentum.

Efficient Extraction Strategies

With all five packages (they stack in inventory), head to exfil. Prioritize Al Mazrah first for its difficulty, then Ashika via boat or helicopter. Use **contracts** for intel on safe zones.

• Solo Play: Stealth dives, self-revives, and edge exfils.
• Squad Tactics: Designate diver/scanner roles; one guards surface.
• Vehicle Use: Speedboats for inter-island travel; avoid roads.
• Fallback: If downed, drop packages to teammate.

Watch for package icons in your inventory—they confirm secure status. Extraction confirms completion instantly.

Common Pitfalls and Troubleshooting

Players often fail due to oxygen mismanagement or bot ambushes. Packages don’t glow through walls; use heartbeat sensors. If a package vanishes, another player snagged it—rotate wrecks.

• Missing underwater ship? Align between visible wrecks and dive perpendicular to shore.
• No rebreather? Prioritize surface packages first.
• AI Overwhelm? Use lethals like frag grenades in tight ship corridors.

Rewards and Progression Impact

Completing Salvager unlocks Crown Faction rep, weapon blueprints, and calling cards. It feeds into broader DMZ metas like faction rivalries and endgame unlocks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I complete Salvager solo?

Yes, with rebreathers and careful routing. Focus on quick grabs and nearby exfils.

What if a package is already taken?

They don’t respawn per player; check other wrecks or restart deployment.

Order of islands matter?

No—Al Mazrah first recommended for challenge sequencing.

Do packages weigh down inventory?

No impact on mobility; they slot separately.

Season 2 changes to locations?

Locations stable post-Season 2; verify in-game for patches.

Advanced Tips for Speedruns and Challenges

For leaderboards or triumphs, chain with nearby contracts. Use UAVs post-packages for clean exfils. Practice in normal DMZ before Crown-locked runs.

Expand to related missions like Unknown Shipping for overlapping wrecks. Community maps aid pinpointing.