Finding Captain Blade's lost stash in Borderlands 2 often requires a bit of environmental detective work. The Message in a Bottle side quest in The Rustyards sends Vault Hunters across a scrap-filled territory in search of buried treasure. Understanding the exact path to this hidden reward helps players save time while exploring the Captain Scarlett DLC expansion.
Starting the Quest in The Rustyards
To begin this treasure hunt, players must first interact with the message bottle located within The Rustyards map. Collecting the bottle updates your objective marker, highlighting a general search area on the minimap. While the waypoint directs you toward the destination, finding the precise spot requires paying close attention to local structures.
The Rustyards region features multi-layered walkways, scrap piles, and hostile enemies that can distract from your search. Clearing out nearby foes beforehand ensures an uninterrupted search through the zone. Once the surrounding area is secure, you can focus entirely on tracking down the physical marker.
Navigating to the Buried Treasure
From the main entry path into the search area, cross the central bridge heading toward the industrial scrap platforms. Keep an eye out for a prominent set of wooden stairs attached to a nearby structure. The objective marker will guide you directly toward this specific section of the map.
Instead of climbing the staircase, make your way underneath the wooden steps. Painted directly on the ground beneath the staircase is a large X marking the dig location. Interacting with the X prompts your character to dig up the hidden chest.
Rewards and Gear Breakdown
Unearthing the buried stash rewards Vault Hunters with valuable loot, including weapons and a unique quest relic. Depending on your current playthrough difficulty and player level, the scale of experience and currency rewards will adjust accordingly. These rewards make completing Captain Blade's treasure hunts a worthwhile endeavor during your campaign.
In addition to experience points and cash, opening the chest gives players extra gear choices to upgrade their loadout. Collecting all the bottle messages across the expansion unlocks additional trophies and achievements. Completing this objective efficiently allows you to move on to the next region without missing out on exclusive loot.
Tips for Avoiding Common Glitches
Occasionally, map markers in DLC quests can cause slight confusion due to overlapping area waypoints. If the minimap icon seems slightly off, stick closely to the staircase landmark in the designated scrap zone. Fast-traveling out and re-entering the map usually resolves minor quest tracking glitches.
