The Line of Duty quest in Batman: Arkham Knight is one of the most compelling Most Wanted side missions in the game. Players are tasked with locating and saving fifteen missing firefighters from Station 17 who have been taken hostage across Gotham City. Successfully completing this multi-stage mission requires a mix of environmental scanning, tactical combat, and stealth maneuvers.
Understanding Mission Triggers and Finding Hostages
The mission officially begins early in the game when Officer Aaron Cash informs Batman about the missing crew. While the first firefighter is automatically marked on your map, finding the remaining crew members requires active exploration. Players can monitor local radio chatter or scan districts using Detective Vision to locate hostage situations.
The crew members are distributed across all three main regions of Gotham City. Bleake Island holds six crew members, Miagani Island contains four, and Founders' Island shelters five. Reading daily gaming news updates can help players keep up with interactive game guides and community tips for difficult locations.
Tactical Approaches to Rescuing Firefighters
Each hostage site features a distinct group of armed thugs, requiring a tailored strategy before engaging. Utilizing gadgets like the Disruptor, Smoke Pellets, and the Remote Hacking Device can disable enemy weapons or turn environmental hazard traps against them. Utilizing Fear Multi-Takedowns allows Batman to clear heavily guarded spots before enemies can react.
For open-air locations, positioning the Batmobile nearby offers fire support using riot suppressing rounds. Some hostages are hidden underground or behind reinforced barriers that require using the Batmobile's Power Winch. Maintaining stealth remains critical in areas packed with snipers or heavy weaponry.
Confronting the Mastermind and Final Resolution
Once all fifteen firefighters are rescued, Batman uncovers the truth behind the orchestrated kidnappings. The final objective leads to the top of Founders' Island to rescue Fire Chief Underhill. The final location is guarded by heavily armed militia members, automated sentry guns, and environmental hazards.
After neutralizing the guard perimeter, Batman frees Chief Underhill and learns the tragic motivation behind his actions. Escorting the chief back to GCPD HQ officially completes the Most Wanted case file. Completing this quest rewards players with valuable WayneTech Upgrade Points to enhance combat and gadget capabilities.
