Welcome to NGB and our walkthrough for the Fusing Fractured Forces quest in The Outer Worlds 2. For this quest, you’ll need to clear out the Protectorate under the nearby bridge in order to reestablish supply and communication lines. Our guide will walk you through all the objectives, highlight the best strategies, and make sure you don’t miss any rewards.
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Fusing Fractured Forces Side Quest Guide
How to Start the Fusing Fractured Forces Side Quest

To begin the Fusing Fractured Forces side quest in The Outer Worlds 2, speak with Commander Ashton at Auntie’s Choice Forward Operating Base on Cloister.

Fusing Fractured Forces Walkthrough
Clear the Protectorate Camps

For this quest, you will need to clear out three Protectorate Camps that are in a line on the eastern side of Cloister just north of the Newton – South fast travel point. All the camps will be back-to-back.
Report Back to Commander Ashton
Once the forces have been taken care of, return to Commander Ashton at Auntie’s Choice Forward Operating Base. As a reward for completing her task, you will receive the following items:
- Heavy Marksman Rifle Advanced Mag (and recipe)
- Advanced Decryption Key
- 650 Bits
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