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The Lion's Den
The Lion's Den is an Esperanza operation where Castillo forces Libertad to move early, sending you from El Guardián of Esperanza to Antón's villa on Isla del León. You look for Clara and take the villa.
- Type
- Story
- Given by
- Juan Cortez
- Region
- Esperanza
- Rewards
- 300 XP
Storylines
Part 4 of 5 in Esperanza and Isla del León Operations
Found in
- Antón Castillo's VillaAntón Castillo's Villa is El Presidente's private home on Isla del León, north of Esperanza. You only go there in the late story operation The Lion's Den, and it is guarded by Yaran Special Forces.
Isla del LeónIsla del León is Antón Castillo's private island north of Esperanza, home to his villa. It is one of the most heavily defended places in Yara.
Good to know
- Juan Cortez gives it, and it pays 300 XP.
- It starts at the base of the El Guardián of Esperanza statue.
- The villa sits on Isla del León, Castillo's private island.
What you do
Meet Juan at the statue, then rush up it when the plan changes. From there you reach Castillo's mansion, search for Clara and secure the villa.
What happensSpoilerShow
Castillo's move pushes Libertad into acting before it is ready, and the hunt for Clara at the villa sets up the final push on Esperanza.
Objectives
1. Meet Juan at the base of El Guardián of Esperanza. 2. Get to the statue now. 3. Reach Castillo's mansion. 4. Find Clara. 5. Secure Antón's villa. 6. Talk to Juan.
Tips
The villa grounds have lots of guards and open lawns. Use the outer walls for cover and clear the edges before moving in.
Clara GarcíaClara García founded Libertad and leads the guerrilla war against Antón Castillo. A former journalist from a wealthy family, she recruits Dani on Isla Santuario and drives the plan to unite Yara's rebel groups.
Juan CortezJuan Cortez is a veteran spy and guerrilla fixer who becomes Libertad's mentor and Dani's quartermaster. He builds the Supremo backpacks and Resolver weapons, and his pet crocodile Guapo fights at your side.
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