If you're staring at the 100K ARC Damage Challenge in The First Descendant and wondering why the meter feels so slow, the problem probably isn't your damage number. It's the way you're dealing it. A strong single-target build can melt an elite, but it won't fill the challenge quickly if there are no other enemies nearby. You need repeated hits, packed spawn points, and a route that keeps the action moving. That's the same basic idea behind efficient farming in games such as ARC Raiders BluePrints: get more value from every minute instead of wasting time on low-yield fights.
Build Around Bunny's Movement
Bunny is the easiest Descendant to use for this challenge because her damage fits the objective so well. She doesn't need to stop, line up a shot, and wait for a perfect opening. Keep running through enemy groups and let her electric skills do the work. You'll quickly notice that movement is part of the build, not just a way to avoid getting hit.
When choosing modules, start with Skill Power, then look for Skill Range and Cooldown Reduction. Range matters more than many players expect. If your electric field reaches two extra enemies, those extra damage instances add up throughout a run. Skill Duration is useful too, especially when you're clearing an area and moving straight into the next pack. Energy recovery should not be ignored, either. Running out of energy forces you to slow down, and that kills the pace you need for this event.
Don't feel pressured to copy an expensive endgame setup. A reasonably upgraded Bunny with sensible module choices can handle the challenge. Improve the pieces that keep your skills active first. Raw damage is helpful, but uptime is what makes this farm efficient.
Use Weapons That Keep the Screen Busy
Your weapon doesn't have to carry the whole build, but it should support Bunny's rhythm. Fast-firing weapons are usually a better choice than slow precision rifles because they create more chances to tag several targets. Electric effects, splash damage, and chain reactions are especially useful when enemies arrive in tight groups.
Think about how a weapon feels during a full route, not how impressive its damage looks in the menu. A gun that takes ages to reload can interrupt your skill rotation at the worst moment. Look for a comfortable magazine size, quick reloads, and enough range to hit enemies as you pass them. If a weapon can soften several targets before Bunny finishes the pack, that's even better.
There's also no need to chase bosses for this objective. Bosses may have larger health bars, but they usually give you fewer damage opportunities per minute. A crowd of weaker enemies is often worth far more because every pulse, bullet, and area effect counts toward the total.
Pick Dense Routes and Keep Moving
The best farming spot isn't always the hardest mission. You want an area with short travel distances, frequent enemy waves, and a layout you can learn quickly. Once you know where groups appear, run a simple loop rather than standing still and waiting for the next spawn. Clear one pack, move towards the next, and use the travel time to recover skills or reload.
Public areas can work well when other players are present, since enemies may spawn more often and you can still receive credit for damage dealt. If the area becomes too crowded, though, your damage may be spread across targets before you can build momentum. In that case, a private run or a quieter mission can be more consistent.
Try a route for a few minutes and judge it by progress per minute, not by how many rewards appear on the ground. If you spend half the mission crossing empty corridors, it's probably not the right place. A slightly weaker enemy group in a compact area will usually beat a tougher group that takes longer to reach.
Turn Each Run Into Extra Progress
Before you start, make sure your reactor, modules, and weapon enhancements are doing something useful. Small upgrades can remove an extra attack from each encounter, which saves time across dozens of groups. Activate any bonuses that fit your session, but don't let them distract you from the actual goal. The challenge is about damage dealt, so avoid long detours for enemies that don't improve your pace.
It's worth clearing your inventory between runs as well. Farming this way can produce gear, materials, and weapon proficiency at the same time. Keep items that support another Descendant or a weapon you're building, then dismantle the obvious leftovers. You'll save yourself a messy inventory later and won't need to interrupt a good farming session just to make room.
Final Thoughts
The 100K ARC Damage Challenge becomes much less intimidating once you stop treating it like a test of burst damage. Bunny's mobility, wide electric coverage, and short downtime make her a natural fit, while a quick weapon helps maintain pressure between skill rotations. Farm compact areas with dense waves, avoid isolated targets, and keep your route moving from one group to the next. You'll also collect useful materials along the way, which can help fund future upgrades or purchases such as ARC Coins for sale when you're planning your next build.
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