Borderlands 4 Old Tricks Walkthrough
Complete guide to mastering the Old Tricks side mission in Borderlands 4
Old Tricks is an engaging side mission in Borderlands 4 (BL4) that continues the story of Old Raymond. This comprehensive walkthrough will guide you through all objectives of the Old Tricks Side Quest with detailed instructions and tips.
Mission Details
- Starting Location: Dominion > Fades District (accessible after Main Mission 18: Means of Ascent)
- Quest Giver: Raymond
- Unlock Requirement: Finished Side Mission "Old Raymond" > "Old Lads"
- Reward: XP, Money
- Quest Description: Old Raymond's back in the revolutionary saddle, and you're the horse. Let's ride.
Borderlands 4 Old Tricks Starting Location
This mission starts in the same place as the previous side mission "Old Lads" by talking to Old Raymond in Fades District. After completing the prerequisite missions, you'll find Raymond waiting for you with a new revolutionary plan.
The starting point for Old Tricks mission in Borderlands 4
Borderlands 4 Old Tricks Mission Objectives
1. Meet Old Raymond at radio tower
The radio tower will be marked in Terminus district. If you've unlocked a nearby fast travel station you can travel there immediately. Approach him and the objective will update.
The radio tower where you meet Old Raymond in Borderlands 4
2. Defeat Order troops
You must kill all Order enemies in this area. These enemies typically include standard troopers and may include some heavier units depending on your level.
Pro Tip:
Use elemental weapons effective against armor for the heavier Order troops. Corrosive damage works particularly well against their mechanical enhancements.
Combat against Order troops in the Old Tricks mission
3. Take transmitters
After clearing the area, Raymond will hand you an item - make sure to take it from him to proceed with the mission.
4. Place transmitters (x3)
You must install 3 transmitters on the tower above where Raymond handed you the item. Jump up to the ladder directly above Raymond (can scan with up/Z to mark it green). Two transmitters are on the floor up the ladder.
Locations for placing transmitters in the Old Tricks mission
One transmitter is on the floor above that. Look for a climbable edge in the south-west of where you placed the first two transmitters to climb up.
Navigation Tip:
If you're having trouble finding the climbable edge, use your scanner to highlight interactive elements. The climbable surface will be marked with a distinctive yellow highlight.
5. Return to Old Raymond
After placing all three transmitters, drop back down to Raymond to report your progress.
6. Defend radio tower
More enemies arrive once the transmitters are active. You'll need to defeat them to protect the equipment. Expect multiple waves of Order troops, including some specialized units.
Defense Strategy:
Take advantage of the high ground around the tower for better positioning. Use area-of-effect weapons to handle groups of enemies, and focus on any heavy units first as they pose the greatest threat to the equipment.
Video guide showing the defense sequence in Old Tricks mission
7. Talk to Old Raymond
After all enemies are cleared out, talk to Raymond again. He says his thanks and his questline ends right after you are done talking.
The final conversation with Old Raymond to complete the mission
Completing Old Tricks in Borderlands 4
This finishes the Old Tricks side mission in Borderlands 4. Completing this mission not only provides XP and monetary rewards but also concludes Old Raymond's storyline, offering additional context to the ongoing revolution against the Order.
Reward Details
- XP: Approximately 5,000 (scales with player level)
- Money: $15,000
- Additional possible rewards: Rare weapon or shield (random chance)
Borderlands 4 Old Tricks Pro Tips
Weapon Recommendations
Bring a combination of weapons for different situations: a accurate rifle for sniping, a shotgun for close encounters, and an elemental weapon for armored enemies.
Character Builds
If playing as a Siren, consider investing in phasecast abilities for crowd control during the defense sequence. For Gunner characters, the auto bear skill can provide valuable additional firepower.
Exploration
After completing the mission, return to the radio tower area as there may be additional loot chests that spawn once the mission is complete.
Co-op Strategy
In multiplayer, have one player focus on placing transmitters while others provide covering fire from strategic positions around the tower.
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