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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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Master M39 Over the Fence in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain with our Total Stealth guide. Avoid detection or face game over!

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Master M39 Over the Fence in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain with our Total Stealth guide. Avoid detection or face game over!

Alright, let's tackle M39, also known as 'Over the Fence' with the Total Stealth ruleset. This one's pretty straightforward but unforgiving – if you're spotted even once, it's an instant game over and back to the last checkpoint. Both Chicken Hat and Reflex Mode are off the table here, so you'll need to rely on your wits and stealth skills.

Mission Tasks:

#Mission TaskMandatory/Optional
1Extracted the captive engineer.Mandatory
2Fulton extracted the engineer through the hole in the facility’s basement ceiling.Optional
3Extracted the prisoner plotting to escape from Wakh Sind Barracks.Optional
4Extracted the four-wheel drive patrolling between outposts.Optional
5Secured the blueprint at Wakh Sind Barracks.Optional
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Where: Wakh Sind Barracks.
  2. 2
    What: You need to infiltrate the barracks and extract a specific prisoner. The main objective is mandatory, but there are several optional tasks you can complete if you're feeling bold, like extracting the engineer or securing a blueprint.
  3. 3
    What to do: The simplest approach is to head to the western side of the compound. You'll find a cracked rock wall that you can climb. This will get you onto the upper levels of the barracks, giving you a good vantage point and access to the interior without having to deal with too many guards on the ground.
  4. 4
    Why this way: Climbing the wall bypasses most of the ground-level patrols and security. Trying to go in the front door or through the main gates will almost certainly lead to detection, which means instant failure.
Tips
  • Since this is Total Stealth, every move counts. Use cover extensively and keep an eye on guard patrol routes.
  • If you have Quiet with you, she can be a huge help in taking out guards from a distance without alerting others, but be careful not to get her spotted either!
  • The optional objectives offer good rewards, but prioritize the mandatory extraction. If you're struggling, focus on just getting the prisoner out safely.
  • If you get a red warning, don't panic, just immediately restart the checkpoint to avoid the game over.

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