Like other games from FromSoftware,Armored Core 6follows a similar pattern of offering a challenging experience. This game presents you with a series of missions to finish. While most of them seem straightforward, there are always secrets to discover, such as hidden parts, data logs, and combat logs.

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In Chapter Three, which is quite a lengthy one, you’ll eventually encounter a mission called Eliminate ‘Honest’ Brute. Despite the name suggesting you’re hunting a specific target, surprisingly, this mission offers more collectibles compared to most others in the game. It’s worth keeping an eye out for them.

Mission Overview

Cinder Carla reveals she has a secret project thatmight help penetrate the monster’s shields, Ice Worm.

The issue is that a pilot called"Honest" Brute betrayed RaDand absconded with her project blueprints.

Eliminate Honest Brute mission in Armored Core 6

Traitors need to be hunted, that’s where you come in 621!

Your mission,Eliminate “Honest” Brute, is to reach his hideout in Grid 012 and eliminate him.

Recommenced Loadout for this mission in Armored Core 6

By doing so you will be able to retrieve the plans for the laser cannon as thatmight be the only way to penetrate the Ice Worm.

In this mission,it’s important to bring ranged weaponsand avoid melee given the open space you’d be navigating through.

To start, it’s a smart choice todual-equip Plasma Rifle. This weapon is reliable forboth damage and stagger outputand can serve you well throughout the entire game.

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For those who know how to handle their shotguns, thenZimmerman is your ideal choice.

If you prefer something a little different, consider opting for aLaser Rifle,or any Laser-type weapon.

Player going toward the arrow location for the Data Log Armored Core 6

Another thing that you want to add in order to be fully prepared is thePlasma Missile Launchersas your shoulder-mounted weapon. These will helpmaximize your damage output.

In any case, if you’re determined to bring a melee weapon into the fight, consider something like thePulse BladeorStun Baton.

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Reach Center Of Grid 012’s Collapsed Area

At the beginning of the mission, you’ll notice the layout is a bit different from what you’re used to, and the place is in ruins.

to navigate this area,you’ll need to use the platforms to progress.

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Fortunately,your trusty quest marker will guide you,so you won’t have to worry about getting lost.

On the way, the quest markerwill update each time you reach its designated location.

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Before you continue following the quest marker,there’s a Data Log that you must collect. From the edge of this bridge, you’ll noticea building directly in front of you. Head to that building, and you’ll come acrossa destroyed machine that you can interact with to obtain the Data Log.

The initial quest marker directs you toa platform on the left side, and you should continue to follow it.

Player fighting an MT for Combat Log 2 Armored Core 6

On the way,you will reach a bridge overlooking a section protected by red lasersthat looks like the picture below.

As you progress, you’ll encountersome basic enemies that should be easy to defeat, so there’s no need to worry about any significant threats.

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Be sure not to touch these lasers, as they will immediately fire at you.

From this point, you’ll want to follow the path tocollect various items scattered around.

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Acquiring The Battle Logs And Archive Data

Hidden Part Container #1

From the bridge that overlooks the laser sections, if youlook down toward the left platform, you’ll notice a chest surrounded by lasers.

Descend with caution to avoid the lasers, and once you’ve looted the chest, you’ll obtain theWB-0010 DOUBLE TROUBLE Chainsaw.

Combat Log #1

Right in front of the chest where you collect your part, you’ll come acrossan MT resembling a ball. As you approach it,it will become hostile.

Destroy this MTto obtain your first Combat Log for this mission.

Combat Log #2

Starting from the first MT’s location,move up to the upper platformandproceed straight ahead to the edge.

Destroy itto acquire your second Combat Log.

Hidden Part Container #2

From this point, if you look back,you’ll spot a crane in the distance. Make your way to it.

Once you reach the crane,go to the far end,and you’ll discover a chest containing theBC-0600 12345 Booster.

Combat Log #3

From here, you’ll notice the quest marker guiding youtowards a circular platform on the right. However, don’t go there just yet.

As you approach it,just before reaching the bridge that connects the two platforms, you’ll encounter an MT lying in wait.

As usual,defeat itto obtain another Combat Log.

If you find this MT challenging, it’s advisable tomaintain a safe distance and engage it with ranged attacks.

Combat Log #4

Continue your main progressiontowards the quest marker, which will guide you toan energy shield area.

Here, you’ll face multiple enemies,including an MT that you can defeatto obtain the final Combat Log for this mission.

Hidden Part Container #3

There is one more collectible left in this mission.

To find it,proceed to the next section belowwhere you’ll encounter more of those annoying red lasers.

On the right side, you can open a chest to obtain theWB-0000 BAD COOK Flamethrower.

Now that you’ve acquired all collectibles in this mission, it’s time to carry on your progression.

In this room,move towards the left sidewhere there’s a path leading downward.

You still need to be careful with the red lasers;either avoid them or find their source and destroy them.

Once you’re down,follow the quest marker to reach a huge building in front of you.

Keep moving downward until you arrive at what appears to be an arena. You guessed it;it’s time for a boss fight.

Defeat “Honest” Brute Of The Coyotes

Finally, you’ve reached your target, andit’s time for payback.

MILK TOOTH, also known as"Honest" Brute, wields two primary weapons:a Flamethrower and a Chainsaw.

Regarding his fighting pattern, he hasthree primary attackswhich include:

Notably, “Honest” Brutecan regenerate his health, which can be frustrating.

His primary attack is the Flamethrower, which can be quite annoying because itobscures your vision with flames and inflicts continuous damage.

to tackle this,start by launching your missilesto build up the stagger meter.

After that,use your Plasma Riflefor additional damage and to stagger him.

In general, you need tomaintain an aggressive approacheven though he constantly uses flames as they don’t deal significant damage.The key is to build up the stagger meter as quickly as possible.

You need to consistently fire at him while launching missiles sincethis will disrupt his health regeneration ability, making the encounter easier.

Overall, this boss fight isn’t overly challenging.Be aggressive,build up the stagger meter,deal extra damage using your primary weapons,anddon’t forget about your missile friends.

After you defeat “Honest” Brute,this will conclude the mission.

As usual, once you complete this mission successfully, you’ll get50,000 COAM and you will have access to the parts found in this mission.