If you’ve been venturing through the sprawling cosmos in Starfield, you’re likely curious about the factions that govern this intricate web of planets and stars. One of the most distinguished factions you’ll encounter is the UC Vanguard. With its focus on lawful conduct and protection, joining this esteemed organization can significantly shape your journey. But before you can call yourself a guardian of the United Colonies, there are specific tasks you must complete. This exhaustive guide will take you step by step through the entire process.
UC Vanguard Recruitment Guide: How to Join the UC Vanguard
The UC Vanguard faction is an organization dedicated to protecting the vulnerable residents of the United Colonies. Your journey to enlist in the UC Vanguard begins at the MAST building in New Atlantis’s MAST District, where you’ll encounter Commander John Tuala, the linchpin of your journey into the Vanguard.
Here’s a high-level summary of what you need to do to become an official UC Vanguard:
Meet John Tuala: First, you must meet John Tuala at the MAST building. For most players, this happens during “The Old Neighborhood,” Starfield’s second main mission. Tuala will attempt to recruit you to the UC Vanguard in your first meeting.
Complete Supra et Ultra: Upon accepting Tuala’s offer, you must fill out an application form and take the UC Vanguard’s piloting exam. While the exam revolves around the Piloting simulator, you must do a few more things to ace it. Once you pass the exams, you will take the UC Vanguard oath.
Complete Grunt Work: Let’s just say that while Supra et Ultra tests your piloting skills in the simulator, Grunt Work aims to test your abilities on the ground as the UC Vanguard’s probationary mission. Grunt Work is a mission that doesn’t turn out as you would expect at its beginning, but regardless, at the end, you will become a UC Vanguard member and receive the Vanguard’s armor.
UC Vanguard Questline Walkthrough: How to Complete the Exams
Supra Et Ultra
Here is a short guide on what to expect in Supra et Ultra:
- Locate Commander John Tuala: Find him at the MAST building in the MAST District. Use the fast travel system to reach the district quickly.
- Initiate the Quest: Accept John Tuala’s offer to join the UC Vanguard.
- Registration and Exam: Head to the Vanguard Pilot Simulator area and complete at least three tiers. Complete all six tiers of the exam to receive more Credits (easier said than done though)!
- Return to Tuala: Once you return to Tuala, you will receive credits based on your exam performance. Exploring the Orientation Hall, using the debug tools, and hacking the computer will net you 24,000 Credits if you play the game on Normal Difficulty.
Grunt Work
Here is a short guide on what to expect in Grunt Work:
- Get Mission Details: Speak to Crew Chief Herath at New Atlantis’ port.
- Reach Tau Gourmet Production Center: Grav jump to the Tau Ceti System. The Tau Ceti system is close to Alpha Centauri.
- Meet Hadrian: Meet Hadrian on the second floor of the Tau Gourmet Production Center.
- Eliminate the Threat: Defeat the Terrormorph creature. Enable the facility’s security and utilize the Kill Lanes for maximum damage output.
- Report Back: Return to Commander Tuala for debriefing.
Rewards for Joining UC Vanguard
Upon successful completion of both Supra et Ultra and Grunt Work, you will receive the following:
- 24,800 Credits
- UC Vanguard Pilot Pack
- UC Space Helmet
- UC Spacesuit
UC Vanguard Perks
Joining the UC Vanguard will eventually grant you UC Citizenship, allowing you to buy property, i.e., a house (The Well Apartment) from Zora at the Aphelion Realty Office. Obtaining UC Class A Citizenship will allow you to get the Mercury Tower Penthouse for free, while it also comes with discounts in United Colonies territory.
In our mission walkthroughs, you will find details on becoming a UC and UC Class A citizen.
UC Vanguard Questline: All UC Vanguard Missions
You can complete all the faction missions in UC Vanguard’s questline. The links below all lead to each mission’s in-depth walkthrough:
- Supra et Ultra
- Grunt Work
- Delivering Devils
- Eyewitness
- Friends Like These
- The Devils You Know
- War Relics
- Hostile Intelligence
- A Legacy Forged
Officially, the UC Vanguard questline ends with “A Legacy Forged.” However, depending on your actions and decisions during the mission, you may be able to handle a few extra secret tasks.
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