Borderlands 4 Wrath of the Ripper Queen Walkthrough (BL4 Quest Guide)

In Borderlands 4 (BL4), the Wrath of the Ripper Queen mission kicks off right after you complete A Lot to Process, giving you a choice between two story branches: Shadow of the Mountain or Wrath of the Ripper Queen.

• Choosing Shadow of the Mountain sends you into Terminus Range and unlocks the optional Auger Mine content.
• Picking Wrath of the Ripper Queen instead takes you to Carcadia Burn, setting up a string of thrilling quests tied to the Ripper Queen.

If you’re ready to tackle this questline, here’s the full Wrath of the Ripper Queen BL4 walkthrough with objectives, strategies, and rewards.

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Mission Information

• Recommended Level: 10–15
• Quest Giver: Zandra
• Location: Zandra’s Hideout, Fadefields
• Time to Complete: ~30 minutes
• Requirements: Finish A Lot to Process (Main Story)

Wrath of the Ripper Queen Objectives

1. Reach Carcadia Burn → Respond to distress call → Eliminate Rippers
2. Meet Quent → Follow Quent → Eliminate reinforcements
3. Follow Quent → Talk to Quent → (Optional) Talk to Survivors → Extend Bridge
4. Reach Carcadia Outskirts → Meet Quent at Catapults → Take & Place Explosives
5. Take Cover → Wait for Explosion → Follow Quent to Bar
6. Defeat Rippers outside Bar → Follow Quent → Meet Bartender

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Reach Carcadia Burn & Eliminate Rippers

Start your journey northwest out of the Fadefields into Carcadia Burn. The area is expansive, so hop in a vehicle to reach the distress call quickly. Along the way:

• Unlock safehouses like the Makeshift Chalet.
• Clear Crawlers if you want extra XP.
• Grab the Silo fast travel point for future convenience.

Once you reach Crumblehall, Quent contacts you about a Ripper crew. Eliminate them—including powerful new enemy types like Meatheads and possibly a Badass Psycho variant.

2. Meet and Follow Quent

You’ll officially meet Quent, who hilariously moonlights as part of a “supper club” while defending Carcadia Burn. Fight alongside him against Rippers and Psychos.

Tip: Use electric weapons and grenades. Rippers often charge through water, making them extra vulnerable.

You’ll also encounter Meathead variants like Fissionheads (radiation-based). Finish them off, then advance with Quent.

3. Extend the Bridge & Optional Objectives

At the fortifications, you’ll learn key lore: the Ripper Queen was once General Callis. Speak to survivors (optional) for additional story flavor.

Next, attempt to extend the bridge. Unfortunately, the controls fail. Instead, the deal shifts: destroy the catapults bombarding Carcadia, and in return, you’ll earn Callis’ bolt.

4. Carcadia Outskirts & Catapult Explosives

Head into the Ruined Sumplands and Rustspires. Expect ambushes, including at least one Badass Psycho. Clear them out and regroup with Quent in Wonecewas Townhouse to collect explosives.

Defeat Rippers guarding the catapults, then plant explosives. A new enemy appears here: the Phalanx (Vile Enemy). Break its crystals/orbs before it can be damaged—similar mechanics to the Vile Lictor fight.

5. Failed Explosives & Head to the Bar

After planting charges, take cover and wait. The old explosives fail to detonate, forcing a new plan: get help from Vault Hunter Zane.

Follow Quent to Moxxi’s Bottom’s Up! bar. Clear out additional Rippers along the way.

6. Fight at the Bar & Meet Bartender

Outside the bar, you’ll fight a large wave of Rippers, including another Vile Enemy (Vile Zerker). Break its crystals before finishing it off.

Once cleared, head inside and meet the Bartender. After the cutscene, the Wrath of the Ripper Queen mission ends, leading directly into Siege and Destroy.

Wrath of the Ripper Queen Rewards

• XP
• Cash
• Eridium
• Pistol weapon
• Gnarly Gnashing Gear Vault Hunter Style

The Wrath of the Ripper Queen quest in BL4 is one of the standout missions in Borderlands 4. Packed with new enemies, lore reveals, and intense fights, it perfectly sets up the next stage of the main story.

Whether you’re here for the loot, XP, or just to dive deeper into the Ripper Queen’s backstory, this walkthrough should guide you smoothly from start to finish.