The recent introduction of the enigmatic Phalanx faction in Call of Duty: Warzone 2‘s DMZ mode brings new storylines and objectives to complete. One of the first Phalanx missions you‘ll undertake is delivering the Letter of Introduction to their dead drop located just southwest of the University point of interest (POI). In this comprehensive guide, we’ll share extensive tips for finding the drop, completing the delivery, and progressing through DMZ as a beginner.
Unpacking DMZ Mode and the Arrival of Phalanx
For newcomers to DMZ, it’s an open-world extraction mode where Operators team up to complete missions, loot for powerful gear, and ultimately extract by helicopter. The central Forward Operating Base (FOB) allows you to track mission progress and unlock incredible upgrades like additional weapon slots, larger stash sizes, and access to high-risk contracts.
DMZ features an ongoing narrative where your actions influence the environment and future events. The recent Season 4 update introduced the Phalanx faction, deepening the lore. Phalanx represents a mysterious organization with unknown motives operating in Al Mazrah. To gain their trust as an Operator, you’ll need to demonstrate your capabilities by completing tasks at their behest.
Delivering the Letter of Introduction is one of the first Phalanx missions available. While brief, this task offers clues to Phalanx’s operations and secures their support for later, more complex contracts. Let’s dive into the details.
Pinpointing the Exact Dead Drop Location
The University POI is located on the southwestern edge of Al Mazrah, within the D3 zone. The specific dead drop you need to access sits just southwest of the university grounds proper.
Here are two annotated screenshots marking the precise dead drop location and showing its placement near a white van along the exterior wall:
[Screenshot 1] [Screenshot 2]As the images indicate, the drop is not located inside the university building itself. Rather, it’s outside the perimeter, adjacent to the nearby road. This detail catches some Operators off guard, so be sure to approach the southwestern corner of the University POI near the white van.
Now let’s discuss how to optimize navigation and extraction from the University area…
Step-by-Step Delivery Process to Complete Your Mission
Once you‘ve arrived at the dead drop location near the white van, you simply need to place the Letter of Introduction and Tracker into the drop. Your Operator will automatically deposit each item when you interact with the drop.
After delivering both the letter and tracker, you’ll receive an update that the objective is complete! With that, you’ve proven your capabilities and gained Phalanx’s trust, paving the way for more of their missions.
Here are some quick tips to effectively complete the delivery:
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Ensure you have the Letter of Introduction and Tracker in your inventory before approaching the drop. Check your stash if needed.
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Quickly place both items to avoid combat exposure. Enemies may be lurking nearby!
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Watch for confirmation that the objective is complete before departing.
Completing Phalanx missions contributes progression for unlocking upgrades at your FOB, like additional contraband weapon slots, larger inventory size, and access to lucrative new contracts. Just take note – your existing stash items and acquired contraband weapons will remain unaffected by the seasonal reset.
[Table comparing FOB stash size upgrades]Closing Thoughts
Delivering the Letter of Introduction is a pivotal moment in establishing initial relations with the mysterious Phalanx faction within DMZ‘s evolving narrative. Heed our guide‘s tips on swiftly finding the dead drop location and you‘ll have this introductory task complete in no time.
Of course, this is just the beginning of your DMZ journey, Operator. Be sure to rely on our expanding library of guides covering optimal loadouts, extraction strategies, loot run tips, and deep dives into DMZ lore. The open-ended nature of DMZ means every player will have unique experiences – but leveraging our expertise will give you that tactical advantage.
Stay vigilant out there in Al Mazrah. We look forward to helping you achieve your next objective soon!
