DMZ mode drops operators into the war-torn city of Al Mazrah to complete missions and extract valuable items. Inspired by the fiction of Spec Ops: The Line, Al Mazrah has a deep history players are still uncovering. The new Ashika Island map continues the lore with areas like Building 21. Surviving and thriving in the DMZ means locating keys to unlock supply caches hidden around the maps. These caches provide rare loot to give you an edge. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to find the Bomb Makers Supply Cache Key and secure the explosive riches within.
A Brief History of Al Mazrah and DMZ Lore
Al Mazrah is located in the Republic of Adal in Western Asia. Originally built as a planned city, it descended into chaos during the civil war depicted in Spec Ops: The Line. Now, Al Mazrah lies abandoned and devastated by war. The city‘s buildings, landmarks, and secrets tell a story for those willing to listen.
Operators are drawn to Al Mazrah for the promise of lucrative DMZ extractions. But they soon realize success requires more than just gunskill. You must uncover keys to unlock supply caches holding specialized loot. Each key has its own history and value based on the cache it reveals.
Locating the Bomb Makers Supply Cache
The Bomb Makers Supply Cache can be found south of the Sattiq Cave Complex, near coordinate D5. This is a high-risk, high-reward location, so caution is advised.
Based on community maps, the cache seems to be hidden in a gorge near a crashed helicopter. Approaching from the north provides cover as you descend into the valley. Reddit users recommend having a sniper watch the rear as you advance.
To reach this supply cache location, follow these steps:
- Spawn at the Marshlands entry point and head south, hugging the cliffs for protection
- Use your minimap to navigate toward the helicopter landmark
- Clear any AI combatants guarding the area
- Equip the Bomb Makers Key and unlock the cache near the downed helicopter
The Lore Behind the Bomb Makers Key
The Bomb Makers Key provides access to a toolkit left behind by an explosives expert involved in the civil war that tore Al Mazrah apart. Their identity remains unknown, but their legacy endures in the deadly tools they created.
Uncovering a piece of Al Mazrah‘s history like this key is part of what makes DMZ mode so compelling. The keys are the gateway to untold stories and unique power only found within the locked supply caches themselves.
Unlocking the Cache with the Bomb Makers Key
This key has a random chance to drop from:
- Eliminating AI enemies (1.5% drop rate)
- Completing High Value Target contracts (3% drop rate)
- Looting supply boxes and chests (0.5% drop rate)
- Searching dead operator bodies (0.1% drop rate)
| Source | Drop Rate |
|---|---|
| AI Eliminations | 1.5% |
| HVT Contracts | 3% |
| Loot Containers | 0.5% |
| Dead Operators | 0.1% |
Once acquired, equip the key and interact with the supply cache to unlock the toolkit inside. Be ready for resistance, as enemy squads will be gunning for the cache.
Looting the Bomb Makers Cache
Successfully looting this cache grants powerful explosives, lethal equipment, and other battle resources. Based on community data tracking rewards, here are the possible items and drop rates:
- C4 x2 (45% chance)
- Claymore x2 (20%)
- Armored Satchel Charge (10%)
- Gas Grenades x3 (15%)
- Specialist Bonus (10%)
With this loot acquired, you‘ll have an advantage clearing rooms and controlling chokepoints. But move quickly to extract before ambush. Consider using smoke grenades to cover your exfiltration.
Comparison to Other Caches
The Bomb Makers Cache provides particularly lethal equipment compared to others. For example, the Weapons Lab Cache contains rare Blueprints and Contraband weapons instead.
When deciding where to focus your efforts, consider your squad composition and needs. A balanced squad may want to divide and conquer, unlocking both the Bomb Makers Cache for equipment and the Weapons Lab Cache for weaponry.
Role-Specific Approaches
Approaching caches often depends on your preferred role:
Recon: Scout ahead undetected and ping the cache location. Cover squad from distance while they loot.
Assault: Lead the squad forward, breaching buildings on the way to the cache location. Watch flanks as cache is unlocked.
Medic: Provide smoke for concealment. Revive downed squadmates until cache is secured. Focus on survival.
Engineer: Bring EMPs to destroy enemy equipment guarding the cache. Have munitions for breaking into locked buildings along the route.
In Summary
With the intel provided in this guide, you‘ll be well equipped to track down the Bomb Makers Supply Cache location and unlock its explosive riches for yourself. Let the tools and equipment give you the edge you need to complete your DMZ mission. Stay vigilant out there, operator.
