Rescuing the captured members of Station 17 is one of the most vital Most Wanted side missions in Batman: Arkham Knight. The quest, titled The Line of Duty, requires players to track down fifteen stranded firefighters scattered across Gotham City's three main islands. Completing this objective is essential for securing the city and unlocking the true Knightfall Protocol ending.
Finding Firefighters on Bleake Island
Bleake Island serves as the starting location for this multi-part rescue mission. You will find six firefighters held hostage by groups of armed thugs and armed militia units throughout this district. Using Detective Mode while gliding above rooftops or listening to GCPD dispatch radio reports will help pinpoint their exact coordinates.
One crew member is trapped near the docks, while others are guarded in narrow alleys and near industrial facilities. Prioritize taking out armed guards silently before engaging the rest of the hostile squad. Clearing these areas promptly ensures the safety of the crew before moving onward to neighboring territories.
Tracking Down Hostages on Miagani Island
Miagani Island features four firefighter rescue sites that present slightly higher combat difficulty. The hostages are often surrounded by heavily armored enemies, turrets, or militia brutes. Utilizing the Batmobile's remote control or explosive gel can give you a significant tactical advantage during these encounters.
Inspect the areas around Grand Avenue Station and the Botanical Gardens to find these distressed station members. Make sure to neutralize any automated defense turrets before initiating close-quarters combat. Strategic use of smoke pellets and fear multi-takedowns will keep the situation under control quickly.
Locating the Final Crews on Founders Island
Founders Island contains the remaining five firefighters who are trapped in high-risk zones. Many of these locations are heavily guarded by militia forces equipped with sniper rifles and shield devices. Careful planning and stealthy approach routes are mandatory to avoid setting off alarms or compromising the hostages.
Explore the under-construction buildings, subterranean tunnels, and elevated walkways across Founders Island. Utilizing the Voice Synthesizer can isolate tough enemies away from the main group. Once all crew members are liberated, you will receive the coordinates to locate Chief Underhill and conclude the mission line.
Confronting the Final Mission Objective
After saving all fifteen crew members across the three islands, Batman receives the final location to rescue Chief Underhill. This climax reveals the dark truth behind the station's sudden disappearance during the citywide evacuation. Defeating the final wave of captors completely resolves The Line of Duty storyline and adds significant progress toward full game completion.
