{"id":14687,"date":"2024-08-31T00:22:35","date_gmt":"2024-08-31T00:22:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/?p=14687"},"modified":"2026-06-10T08:06:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T08:06:45","slug":"tarkov-special-communications-quest-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-special-communications-quest-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarkov Special Communications Quest Guide &#8211; EFT Hints"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There\u2019s a marathon going on in <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/\">Escape from Tarkov<\/a>. What does that mean for us, new Tarkovians in this fresh Wipe? It\u2019s easy \u2013 we need to figure out how to do all the quests in the marathon and get really good at them. For example, there\u2019s the EFT Special Communications quest, and here\u2019s a guide just for that. Nothing too fancy, just all the important stuff in one place:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What\u2019s the quest about?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What rewards do you get?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to finish it quickly and easily?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How does it fit into the marathon?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, a bunch of little things that might not be obvious at first. So, don\u2019t waste any more time \u2013 let\u2019s fall into the Special Communications quest together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-partisan-boss-guide\/\">Tarkov Partisan Boss Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-marathon-mode-guide\/\">Escape from Tarkov Marathon Mode Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-sightseeing-quest-guide\/\">Tarkov Sightseeing Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-beneath-the-streets-quest-guide\/\">Beneath the Streets Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-special-communications-quest-guide\/\">Special Communications Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-secrets-of-the-factory-quest-guide\/\">Secrets of the Factory Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-backdoor-quest-quest-guide\/\">Backdoor Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the EFT Special Communications Quest?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Special-Communications-quest-guide.webp\" alt=\"How to stash cables in Woods and Reserve EFT\" class=\"wp-image-14690\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Special-Communications-quest-guide.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Special-Communications-quest-guide-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Special-Communications-quest-guide-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Special-Communications-quest-guide-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The EFT Special Communications quest is a task in Escape from Tarkov given by Prapor. You need to hide (stash) some special cables in specific places on two maps: Woods and Reserve. This quest is part of the Marathon event, which means you have to move between maps to complete it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Feature<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quest Name<\/td><td>Special Communications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Given by<\/td><td>Prapor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Locations<\/td><td>Woods and Reserve<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quest Objectives<\/td><td>&#8211; Hide Military Cable and Bulbex Cable Cutter on Woods and Reserve<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Special Note<\/td><td>Move between Woods and Reserve during the Marathon event<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Role of the Quest in the Marathon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The EFT Special Communications quest is important for the Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov. You must move between different maps, hiding items in specific spots. Completing this quest helps you progress through the Marathon event, which is full of other tasks across the game. Players running multiple marathon quests often save extra <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/boost\/roubles\/\">Tarkov roubles for backup kits and healing supplies<\/a> because dying during map transitions can become very expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quest Rewards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you finish the EFT Special Communications quest, you get rewards that help you in the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Reward Type<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Experience Points<\/td><td>8,000 XP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reputation<\/td><td>+0.05 with Prapor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ruble Reward<\/td><td>75,000 \u20bd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Items<\/td><td>Rare weapon or gear<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements to Pass the Quest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Prapor-Special-Communications-quest.webp\" alt=\"Tips for Special Communications quest in Tarkov\" class=\"wp-image-14689\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Prapor-Special-Communications-quest.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Prapor-Special-Communications-quest-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Prapor-Special-Communications-quest-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Prapor-Special-Communications-quest-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To complete the EFT Special Communications quest, you need to collect certain items and follow the steps below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Requirement<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Items Required<\/td><td>&#8211; Military Cable x2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>&#8211; Bulbex Cable Cutter x2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Map Locations<\/td><td>&#8211; Hide items on Woods and Reserve<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specific Hints for Completing the EFT Special Communications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Know the Stash Spots on Woods \u2014 On Woods, the first stash spot is near a rock. Make sure you find the exact location before the raid. The second spot is in Reserve on top of the bunker at Medic Hill. Take time to learn these spots so you can move quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the Marathon Event to Your Advantage \u2014 The Marathon event lets you move between maps. Make sure you know the transition points between Woods and Reserve, and avoid getting into fights during the transfer to stay alive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hide Items Safely \u2014 When hiding the Military Cable and Bulbex Cable Cutter, check the area for enemies. It\u2019s best to hide these items when it\u2019s quiet to avoid getting caught.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare for Enemies \u2014 Other players may also be doing the same quest. Be ready to fight or avoid them if you see them near the stash spots. Some players even practice quick PvP fights and positioning in <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/arena\/\">Tarkov Arena matches<\/a> before attempting dangerous Marathon transitions between maps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Marathon-event-Special-Communications-quest-Tarkov.webp\" alt=\"EFT Special Communications quest rewards\" class=\"wp-image-14688\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Marathon-event-Special-Communications-quest-Tarkov.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Marathon-event-Special-Communications-quest-Tarkov-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Marathon-event-Special-Communications-quest-Tarkov-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Marathon-event-Special-Communications-quest-Tarkov-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The EFT Special Communications quest is a key part of the Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov. You\u2019ll need to stash special cables on Woods and Reserve while moving between the maps. Completing this quest not only gives you experience and rewards but also helps you progress in the Marathon event. Experienced players usually keep valuable <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/items\/\">Escape from Tarkov items<\/a> organized before starting long Marathon chains because inventory management becomes extremely important during multi-map runs. Remember to learn the stash spots, use the Marathon transitions wisely, and be cautious of enemies while hiding the items.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s a marathon going on in Escape from Tarkov. What does that mean for us, new Tarkovians in this fresh Wipe? It\u2019s easy \u2013 we need to figure out how to do all the quests in the marathon and get really good at them. For example, there\u2019s the EFT Special Communications quest, and here\u2019s a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":14691,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[92],"tags":[],"post_kind":[],"ppma_author":[84],"class_list":["post-14687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-escape-from-tarkov","author-friolt"],"acf":{"faq_header":"","faq_items":[{"question":"<h3>What is the EFT Special Communications quest?<\/h3>","answer":"The EFT Special Communications quest is a task in Escape from Tarkov where you need to hide (stash) Military Cable and Bulbex Cable Cutter in specific locations on the Woods and Reserve maps. The quest is given by Prapor."},{"question":"<h3>Who gives the EFT Special Communications quest?<\/h3>","answer":"The quest is given by Prapor."},{"question":"<h3>What do I need to do in the EFT Special Communications quest?<\/h3>","answer":"You need to stash two Military Cables and two Bulbex Cable Cutters on the Woods and Reserve maps. You also need to move between these maps during the Marathon event."},{"question":"<h3>Where do I stash the items on Woods?<\/h3>","answer":"On Woods, stash the items near a rock. Make sure to find the exact location before you start."},{"question":"<h3>Where do I stash the items on Reserve?<\/h3>","answer":"On Reserve, stash the items on top of the bunker at Medic Hill."},{"question":"<h3>What is the role of the Marathon event in this quest?<\/h3>","answer":"The Marathon event allows you to move between different maps, which is necessary for completing the EFT Special Communications quest."},{"question":"<h3>What rewards do I get for completing the quest?<\/h3>","answer":"You get 8,000 XP, +0.05 reputation with Prapor, 75,000 rubles, and possibly a rare weapon or gear."},{"question":"<h3>What items do I need to complete the quest?<\/h3>","answer":"You need two Military Cables and two Bulbex Cable Cutters."},{"question":"<h3>How can I safely stash the items?<\/h3>","answer":"Make sure to check the area for enemies before stashing the items. 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