Deconstructed I

Deconstructed I is a CyberAcme Standard contract built around the DCON system, one of Marathon's most distinctive mechanics. DCON stands for Deconstruction Node: an unmarked crate found on each map that allows Runners to extract Salvage items mid-run without calling an exfil. CyberAcme's interest in Salvage recovery reflects the faction's broader operational focus on harvesting materials from the abandoned colony, and Deconstructed I is designed to familiarize Runners with this alternate extraction method while contributing directly to the faction's material pipeline.

The contract requires Runners to deliver 8 pieces of Salvage to a DCON in a single run. Salvage items are scattered throughout the maps and collected as loot from containers and environmental spawns. Once collected, Runners must locate a DCON, deposit the Salvage before exfiltrating, and complete the delivery threshold in one uninterrupted run. The contract rewards Faction Reputation and Credits. Deconstructed I is a reliable source of CyberAcme reputation for Runners who prioritize looting over combat, and completing it builds familiarity with DCON locations that proves valuable for later contracts and general looting efficiency.