Alexis Kestler
Hey friend! Looking to get your hands on some juicy intel for the White Lotus faction in Warzone 2‘s new DMZ mode? As a long-time COD expert, I‘m going to walk you through everything you need to successfully extract that top-secret info.
Trust me, the process can be tricky if you don‘t know where to look. But follow this guide, and you‘ll unlock powerful new faction missions and blueprints in no time. Let‘s do this!
Know Your Objective – Extracting the White Lotus Intel
Intel is extremely valuable in DMZ for progressing through the expansive faction missions. Each faction (Legion, White Lotus, Black Mous) wants you to track down intel held by their enemies across Al Mazrah.
For the "Extract White Lotus Intel" mission, you‘ll be infiltrating a heavily guarded Stronghold location to retrieve the intel from enemy guards.
Once acquired, successful exfiltration will complete the objective and unlock the next tier of White Lotus missions. These reward sweet bonus XP, exclusive weapon blueprints, and more intel opportunities.
But reaching that payday isn‘t easy. You‘ll need to be prepared before trying to grab this intel. Let‘s break down exactly how to do that.
Gear Up with the Best Loadout
When tackling a Stronghold and the forces within, having the right loadout can mean life or death. Through extensive DMZ playtesting, I‘ve narrowed down the optimal setup:
Primary: TAQ-V Battle Rifle – This hard-hitting semi-auto rifle drops foes fast at range. Attach the RX 760 barrel, FSS OLE-V laser, and aim for headshots.
Secondary: P890 Shotgun – Great for CQC when clearing rooms. The Bryson 890 choke boosts its range.
Lethal: Drill Charge – Stick these to surfaces for devastating explosive traps. Funnel enemies toward them.
Tactical: Smoke Grenade – Pop these for concealment when approaching objectives.
Field Upgrade: Dead Silence – Sneak up on enemies undetected to flank.
Perk Package: Strong Arm, Tracker, Spotter – Extra lethal slots, see enemy trails, and highlight equipment/killstreaks.
Armor Plates: At least 3 plates. Headshots crack them fast, so replenish.
With this custom loadout, you‘ll dominate the Stronghold guards and minimize casualties. Now, how do you acquire it?
Purchase Your Loadout from Buy Stations
In DMZ, you start each match with only a pistol and basic gear. Loadouts must be purchased from Buy Stations scattered around Al Mazrah.
There are two options for acquiring your custom guns and perks:
1. Buy Individual Components
- Primary Weapon: $5,000
- Secondary Weapon: $3,000
- Lethal Equipment: $1,500
- Tactical Equipment: $1,000
- Perk Package: $4,000
2. Purchase Complete Loadout
- $15,000 for full loadout of both weapons, equipment, and perks.
Given the high costs, looting for cash early on is essential before hitting a Buy Station. Expect to pay around $13,000-$15,000 for a capable loadout.
Here are some quick cash-earning tips:
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Loot chests/buildings and sell items at Buy Stations
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Complete contracts like Eliminate Threats and Secure Intel
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Eliminate AI combatants carrying cash
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Rack up killstreaks during Elimination modes
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Extract insured contraband weapons
Now you‘ve got the right tools. Time to secure that keycard!
Infiltrate the Stronghold with a Keycard
Strongholds are fortified, walled-off compounds guarded by dangerous enemies. To gain access, you‘ll need to purchase a Stronghold Keycard for $5,000 from any Buy Station‘s Services tab.
With Keycard in hand, head to the walled Stronghold area in Sawah Village. Be ready for a tough fight – expert players recommend entering with at least $15,000 worth of custom loadout gear as described above.
When approaching the Stronghold, use your Smoke Grenades to provide concealment from outer guards. Pick them off from a distance then carefully clear each of the buildings within.
methodically room-by-room, using your EQ to spot hiding enemies. Dead Silence also helps evade detection. Check your corners and replenish Armor Plates when cracked.
Neutralize all hostiles until you come across the target holding the White Lotus intel. Take them down and grab the briefcase item to secure it!
Safely Extract with the White Lotus Intel
Once you‘ve liberated that intel from the Stronghold, your next goal is to safely extract out of Al Mazrah.
Extracting is the only way to fully complete Faction missions and bank any Contraband weapons/loot. It also serves as a checkpoint, allowing you to keep all XP earned during that DMZ run.
When you pick up the intel, an extraction helicopter will automatically be called in at one of the Exfil zones around the map – check your tac map to see where.
You‘ll have a short window to reach the Exfil zone before the helicopter leaves. Here are some tips for safely extracting with your hard-fought prize:
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Use vehicles to swiftly travel to the Exfil
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Avoid combat when possible – focus on escaping
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Deposit any other contraband items before extracting
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Watch for ambushers as the helicopter landing attracts attention
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Hop on the helicopter ASAP as the countdown expires
With the intel extracted safely, the mission is complete! You‘ll unlock the next Faction mission tier, along with blueprints and other rewards for your efforts.
Key Takeaways for Future Extractions
Nice work securing that valuable White Lotus intel! Let‘s recap the key steps:
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Gather cash to purchase your ideal loadout and a Stronghold keycard
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Infiltrate the Sawah Village Stronghold and eliminate all guards
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Pick up the dropped White Lotus intel briefcase item
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Safely extract via helicopter before the countdown expires
By following this guide, you now have the blueprint for tackling other DMZ objectives like extracting HVTs, prototypes, uranium, and more!
The strategies provided here are based on extensive in-game testing and following the DMZ meta as it evolves. As a fellow COD expert, I‘m happy to help you succeed and unlock all the rewards.
Now get back out there into the ruins of Al Mazrah! More intel and exclusive loot awaits…
Let me know if you have any other questions about dominating DMZ. I‘m always happy to provide more tips and analysis for a fellow Operator. Stay frosty!
