OPERATOR LIAISON &OUTPOST ASSIGNMENTS
Outpost Bonuses, Operator Attributes (Faction, Hobbies, Expertise), & Best Assignments
Last updated: 2026-07-19
*TL;DR - Key Points
- * 3 liaison reward slots cover Prosperity, traded Stock Bills, and outpost-produced Stock Bills; every linked point has a 20% chance to generate one more
- * Assign ONE operator per outpost to activate passive trade bonuses that stack with outpost rewards
- * 6 outposts total in Version 1.4, including the new Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station in Yinglung Pass
- * Best Refugee Camp operator: Laevatain (6★) - matches ALL THREE attributes (Rhodes Island, Creative, Situational Analysis)
- * Best Infra-Station operator: Yvonne (6★) - matches ALL THREE attributes (Endfield Industries, Technology, Epiphany)
- * Best Reconstruction HQ operator: Gilberta (6★) - matches ALL THREE attributes (Rhodes Island, Culture, Originium Arts)
- * Best Sky King Flats operator: Tangtang (6★) - matches Agility, Nature, and Combat Technique
- * Best Remediation Station operator: Zhuang Fangyi (6★) - matches ALL THREE attributes (HAS, Charity, Team Management)
- * Best Xiranflow Cloudseeder operator: Arcane (6★) - matches ALL THREE attributes (HAS, Nature, Constitution)
- * Check attributes in-game via Trust system operator profiles (Faction, Hobbies, Expertise tabs)
Contents
What is Operator Liaison?
Operator Liaison is a passive bonus system that lets you assign operators to outposts. When an operator's attributes match the outpost's requirements, you receive bonus rewards on every trade.
How it Works
- 1. Open any outpost menu -- Access the trade interface
- 2. Assign one operator to the Liaison slot -- Choose from your roster
- 3. If attributes match requirements -- Bonus activates on trades
- 4. Each linked reward point -- Has a 20% chance to generate one more
Free Currency
Bonus Stock Bills and Prosperity on every trade with zero cost or cooldown.
Passive Income
Bonuses compound over time across hundreds of daily trades.
Stacks Normally
Liaison bonuses add on top of standard outpost trade rewards.
The 3 Liaison Reward Slots
Each station has a Prosperity slot and two Stock Bill slots. The display names and exact requirements vary, but matching a requirement always activates its linked reward bonus.
| Reward Slot | Typical Requirement | Effect | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prosperity bonus | Faction or station-specific expertise | Every linked Prosperity point has a 20% chance to generate 1 more | Medium |
| Trade Stock Bill bonus | Hobbies | Every linked traded Stock Bill has a 20% chance to generate 1 more | High |
| Outpost Stock Bill bonus | Expertise | Every linked outpost-produced Stock Bill has a 20% chance to generate 1 more | High |
SAR Response, Turn Scrap to Treasure, and Survival Knowledge are the Refugee Camp names. Xiranflow Cloudseeder uses Xiranite Scripting, Nature's Overwatch, and Mastery of Pen and Blade.
Stock Bill Bonuses Prioritized
If you can only optimize one bonus per outpost, prioritize Hobbies or Expertise matches over Faction. Stock Bills have direct spending value in Stock Redistribution, Depot_node upgrades, and weapon stores. Prosperity is valuable mid-game for AIC expansion, but Stock Bills unlock immediate progression tools.
Bonuses Trigger Independently
An operator matching 2-3 requirements activates multiple reward slots. Every linked Prosperity or Stock Bill point rolls its own 20% chance independently, so a 3/3 liaison maximizes all three bonuses at once.
Trading Profit Bonus (20% Boost)
The 20% trading bonus is mathematically significant because it is applied after the outpost's base pool is exhausted. If an operator sells $100,000 SB worth of goods to an outpost, a matching liaison provides a statistical 20% boost, effectively generating $20,000 extra Stock Bills "out of thin air." This bonus is independent of the outpost's local funds, allowing the operator to extract more money than the outpost technically contains.
| Outpost | Best Liaison | Matches | Best Backup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refugee Camp | Laevatain | 3/3 | Rossi or Perlica (1/3) |
| Infra-Station | Yvonne | 3/3 | Chen Qianyu (2/3) |
| Reconstruction HQ | Gilberta | 3/3 | Pogranichnik (2/3) |
| Sky King Flats | Tangtang | 3/3 | Lifeng or Arcane (2/3) |
| Cardiac Remediation | Zhuang Fangyi | 3/3 | Arcane (2/3) |
| Xiranflow Cloudseeder | Arcane | 3/3 | Lifeng or Mi Fu (2/3) |
Conflict-Free Version 1.4 Lineup
The six best operators are all unique: Laevatain, Yvonne, Gilberta, Tangtang, Zhuang Fangyi, and Arcane can be assigned together without conflicts.
The backup column is evaluated station by station. If a backup is already serving elsewhere, use the next operator who matches that station's Hobby or Expertise Stock Bill requirement.
All 6 Outpost Locations & Requirements
Each outpost has specific attribute requirements for triggering liaison bonuses. Matching any one of the three attributes activates the corresponding bonus type.
| Outpost | Region | Unlock Requirement | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refugee Camp | Valley Pass | "Building an Outpost" exploration | Valley Stock Bills |
| Infra-Station | Originium Science Park | "Outpost: Infra-Station" after "Cross the Science Park" | Valley Stock Bills |
| Reconstruction HQ | Power Plateau | "Outpost: Reconstruction HQ" at Authority Level 34 | Valley Stock Bills |
| Sky King Flats | Jingyu Valley (Wuling) | Authority Level 43+ after "Where Danger Sleeps" | Wuling Stock Bills |
| Cardiac Remediation Station | Marker Stone (Wuling) | Chapter II Process IV: "Free Will" | Wuling Stock Bills |
| Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station | Yinglung Pass (Wuling) | Version 1.4 "Outpost: Cloudseeder STN" | Wuling Stock Bills |
Attribute Requirements
Each outpost requires specific operator attributes (Faction, Hobbies, or Expertise) to trigger liaison bonuses. Refugee Camp requirements are fully documented below. For other outposts, check the in-game liaison assignment menu to view attribute requirements, then match operators from your Trust system.
Refugee Camp Operator Assignments (Complete)
Refugee Camp is the first outpost you unlock and has fully documented attribute requirements. This section provides a complete operator tier list with all available operators and their bonus potential.
Outpost Requirements
Region -- Valley Pass
Unlock -- Complete "Building an Outpost" exploration mission after "Valley Reboot"
Faction -- Rhodes Island
Hobbies -- Creative
Expertise -- Situation Analysis
Tier 1 - Perfect Match (All 3 Attributes)
| Operator | Rarity | Faction | Hobbies | Expertise | Matches | Bonuses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laevatain | 6★ | Rhodes Island ✅ | Creative ✅, Lifestyle | Situational Analysis ✅, Originium Arts | 3/3 attributes | All three reward slots |
Why Laevatain is Best
Matches Rhodes Island faction, Creative hobby, and Situational Analysis expertise. Laevatain activates all three Refugee Camp reward slots and is the clear Version 1.4 best-in-slot liaison.
Tier 2 - Strong Matches (Single Strong Match)
| Operator | Rarity | Faction | Hobbies | Match | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilberta | 6★ | Rhodes Island ✅ | Fashion, Culture | Faction | SAR Response |
| Ardelia | 6★ | Rhodes Island ✅ | Lifestyle, Nature | Faction | SAR Response |
| Perlica | 5★ | Endfield Industries | Creative ✅, Lifestyle | Hobbies | Turn Scrap to Treasure |
Gilberta (6★): Strong roster utility. Faction match provides +1 Prosperity. Good for mid-game AIC expansion focus.
Ardelia (6★): Solid combat utility. Faction match provides the Prosperity bonus. Good backup when Laevatain/Gilberta unavailable.
Perlica (5★): Excellent Dijiang operator with strong manufacturing bonuses. Hobbies match provides +1 Stock Bill.
Tier 3 - Filler/Backup (Single Weak Match)
| Operator | Rarity | Faction | Hobbies | Match | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antal | 4★ | Endfield Industries | Creative ✅, Mind Honing | Hobbies | Turn Scrap to Treasure |
| Fluorite | 4★ | Endfield Industries | Creative ✅, Nature | Hobbies | Turn Scrap to Treasure |
| Snowshine | 6★ | Rhodes Island ✅ | Sports, Charity | Faction | SAR Response |
| Pogranichnik | 6★ | Rhodes Island ✅ | Culture, Mind Honing | Faction | SAR Response |
| Wulfgard | 5★ | Qingbo Stockade | Creative ✅, Nature | Hobbies | Turn Scrap to Treasure |
| Tangtang | 6★ | Qingbo Stockade | Creative ✅, Nature | Hobbies | Turn Scrap to Treasure |
| Rossi | 6★ | Endfield Industries | Nature, Sports | Expertise | Survival Knowledge |
Tier 3 Notes
Use these operators when Tier 1-2 are unavailable or assigned elsewhere. A single matching requirement still activates its linked 20% expected bonus. Keep roster depth to cover all six outposts.
Tangtang (6★): Matches Creative at Refugee Camp, but save her for Sky King Flats where she is the unique 3/3 liaison.
Rossi (6★): Matches Situational Analysis expertise for +1 Stock Bill bonus. Unique expertise match makes her valuable when Laevatain is assigned elsewhere. Also matches Endfield Industries faction at Infra-Station.
Pro Tip: Refugee Camp Strategy
Prioritize Stock Bill bonuses (Hobbies match) over Prosperity for Refugee Camp. Early game, Stock Bills are your primary bottleneck for Depot Node upgrades and Stock Redistribution terminal unlocks. Assign operators with "Creative" hobby: Laevatain (best), Perlica (Tier 2), Antal/Fluorite/Wulfgard (Tier 3).
Other Outposts (Verified Data)
Four additional outposts unlock as you progress through the game. Each uses the same liaison bonus system as Refugee Camp, but with different attribute requirements. All data below is verified from in-game sources.
Infra-Station
Region: Originium Science Park
Unlock: Complete "Outpost: Infra-Station" after "Mystery in the Building"
Currency: Valley Stock Bills
Faction: Endfield Industries
Hobbies: Technology
Expertise: Epiphany
| Bonus Type | Requirement | Best Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Diplomat | Endfield Industries | Yvonne ✅✅✅, Rossi, Chen Qianyu |
| Infrastructure Tech | Technology | Yvonne ✅✅, Ember, Xaihi |
| Industrial Inspiration | Epiphany | Yvonne ✅✅, Chen Qianyu |
Best for Infra-Station
Yvonne (6★) is the best choice for Infra-Station—she matches all three requirements (Endfield Industries faction, Technology hobby, Epiphany expertise). Chen Qianyu is the best 2/3 backup through Endfield Industries + Epiphany.
Reconstruction HQ (Planned Construction Area)
Region: Power Plateau
Unlock: Authority Level 34, "Outpost: Reconstruction HQ"
Currency: Valley Stock Bills
Faction: Rhodes Island
Hobbies: Culture
Expertise: Originium Arts
| Bonus Type | Requirement | Best Operators |
|---|---|---|
| SAR Response | Rhodes Island | Gilberta ✅✅✅, Ardelia, Snowshine, Pogranichnik |
| Turn Scrap to Treasure | Culture | Gilberta ✅✅, Pogranichnik, Chen Qianyu, Alesh |
| Survival Knowledge | Originium Arts | Gilberta ✅✅ |
Best for Reconstruction HQ
Gilberta (6★) is the best choice for Reconstruction HQ - she matches ALL THREE requirements (Rhodes Island faction, Culture hobby, Originium Arts expertise). She's the only operator who can trigger all three bonus types at this outpost.
Sky King Flats Construction Site
Region: Jingyu Valley (Wuling)
Unlock: Authority Level 43+ after "Where Danger Sleeps"
Currency: Wuling Stock Bills
Prosperity requirement: Agility expertise
Hobbies: Nature
Stock Bill expertise: Combat Technique
| Bonus Type | Requirement | Best Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid Currents | Agility | Tangtang ✅✅✅, Lifeng |
| Turn Scrap to Treasure | Nature | Tangtang ✅✅✅, Lifeng, Arcane, Ardelia, Wulfgard, Fluorite |
| Survival Knowledge | Combat Technique | Tangtang ✅✅✅, Arcane |
Best for Sky King Flats
Tangtang (6★) is the best choice for Sky King Flats—she matches Agility, Nature, and Combat Technique. Lifeng (Agility + Nature) and Arcane (Nature + Combat Technique) are the best 2/3 backups.
Cardiac Remediation Station
Region: Marker Stone (Wuling)
Unlock: Chapter II Process IV: "Free Will"
Currency: Wuling Stock Bills
Faction: Hongshan Academy of Sciences (HAS)
Hobbies: Charity
Expertise: Team Management
| Bonus Type | Requirement | Best Operators |
|---|---|---|
| SAR Response | Hongshan Academy of Sciences | Zhuang Fangyi ✅✅✅, Arcane ✅✅, Lifeng, Da Pan, Mi Fu |
| Turn Scrap to Treasure | Charity | Zhuang Fangyi ✅✅✅, Arcane ✅✅, Chen Qianyu, Last Rite, Snowshine |
| Survival Knowledge | Team Management | Zhuang Fangyi ✅✅✅, Yvonne, Pogranichnik, Perlica |
Best for Remediation Station
Zhuang Fangyi (6★) is the perfect 3/3 choice. Arcane is the strongest 2/3 backup through HAS + Charity, though she is better reserved for Xiranflow Cloudseeder.
Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station (Version 1.4)
Region: Yinglung Pass (Wuling)
Unlock: Complete "Outpost: Cloudseeder STN"
Currency: Wuling Stock Bills
Faction: Hongshan Academy of Sciences (HAS) or Cabal of Tranquility
Hobbies: Nature
Expertise: Constitution
| Reward Bonus | Requirement | Best Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Xiranite Scripting | HAS or Cabal of Tranquility | Arcane ✅✅✅, Lifeng ✅✅, Mi Fu ✅✅, Xaihi |
| Nature's Overwatch | Nature | Arcane ✅✅✅, Lifeng ✅✅, Ardelia |
| Mastery of Pen and Blade | Constitution | Arcane ✅✅✅, Mi Fu ✅✅, Last Rite |
Best for Xiranflow Cloudseeder
Arcane (6★) matches HAS, Nature, and Constitution for a perfect 3/3. Lifeng (HAS + Nature) and Mi Fu (HAS + Constitution) are tied as the best 2/3 backups.
Sources: official Homecoming notes, station requirements, and Arcane profile.
How to Check Operator Attributes
Open the Trust system from the main menu to view operator attributes. All three attribute types (Faction, Hobbies, Expertise) are displayed in each operator's profile.
Steps to Find Attributes
- 1. Open the main menu -- Press the menu button or access key
- 2. Navigate to "Trust" tab -- The Trust system is available from the start
- 3. Select any operator -- Choose from your recruited roster
- 4. View their profile -- Three attribute tabs are displayed: Faction, Hobbies, Expertise
Faction
Single value displayed near the operator's portrait. Examples: Rhodes Island, Endfield Industries, UWST, TGCC, HAS, Ses'qa, Hannabit Circuit.
Hobbies
Two values per operator. Examples: Creative, Sports, Technology, Lifestyle, Nature, Fashion, Culture, Charity, Fine Arts, Mind Honing.
Expertise
Usually two values in the operator details. Examples include Situational Analysis, Constitution, Combat Technique, Agility, and Originium Arts.
Important: One Operator Per Outpost
You cannot assign the same operator to multiple outposts simultaneously. Version 1.4's six best-in-slot operators are all unique, so the full optimal lineup has no assignment conflicts.
Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
1. Not Assigning Any Operator
Free 20% bonus chance on every trade is passive income. Even a single attribute match provides value over time. The bonus compounds across dozens of daily trades. Every outpost without a matched liaison is leaving currency on the table.
2. Assigning High-Value Operators to Wrong Outposts
Laevatain matches all three Refugee Camp requirements. Assigning her elsewhere wastes a perfect 3/3 match. Prioritize best-in-slot operators at the stations where they activate the most reward slots.
3. Prioritizing Prosperity Over Stock Bills Early Game
Stock Bills unlock Depot capacity, terminal upgrades, and Stock Redistribution purchases. These provide immediate progression value. Prosperity expands your AIC area, which matters more mid-game when you have better factory layouts. Prioritize Stock Bill bonuses (Hobbies/Expertise) in early game.
4. Checking Only Faction Attribute
Many players assume Faction is the most important. Outpost-specific requirements may prioritize Hobbies or Expertise. Check all three attribute types before choosing an operator. The Trust system makes this easy.
5. Ignoring Expertise Attribute
Expertise is often overlooked even though current operators can have multiple expertise values. Expertise checks can activate either Prosperity or outpost-produced Stock Bill bonuses, depending on the station.
6. Not Rotating Liaisons Across Outposts
One operator can only be assigned to one outpost at a time. If you have more unlocked stations than good liaisons, assign your best operators to the highest-volume outposts and rotate backups as needed.
7. Forgetting to Check Requirements in Game
The Liaison assignment menu displays exactly which Faction, Hobbies, or Expertise values trigger bonuses. Don't rely solely on external guides -- requirements may change or differ in future updates. Always verify in-game.
8. Matching Wrong Operator Attributes
Double-check that you're assigning the RIGHT operator for the specific outpost. Refugee Camp requires Rhodes Island faction, Creative hobby, or Situation Analysis expertise. A Rhodes Island operator without Creative or Situation Analysis won't trigger anything at Refugee Camp.
9. Regularly Re-evaluating Assignments
As your operator roster grows through gacha and recruitment, re-evaluate your liaison assignments. A newly recruited operator may have better attribute matches than your current assignments. Periodic checks ensure maximum efficiency.
Quick Reference Checklist
First Outpost
Unlock Refugee Camp and complete first trades
Open Trust system and check operator attributes
Identify operators matching Refugee Camp requirements
Assign best available operator (Laevatain, Gilberta, or Ardelia)
Observe bonus triggers in daily trades
Plan backup operators for rotation
Building Momentum
Unlock Infra-Station at Originium Science Park
Check attribute requirements in-game liaison menu
Assign matching operators to Infra-Station
Build backup liaison roster for rotation
Prioritize Stock Bill bonuses over Prosperity
Verify bonuses trigger consistently
Regional Expansion
Unlock Planned Construction Area at Power Plateau (Level 34)
Check attribute requirements in-game liaison menu
Assign matching operators to Planned Construction Area
Rebalance operator assignments across 3 outposts
Maintain one liaison per outpost (no duplicates)
Begin planning for Wuling liaison (Sky King Flats)
Endgame Optimization
Unlock Sky King Flats at Jingyu Valley (Level 43)
Check attribute requirements in-game liaison menu
Assign matching operators to Sky King Flats
Unlock Cardiac Remediation Station and assign Zhuang Fangyi
Unlock Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station in Version 1.4
Assign Arcane, Lifeng, or Mi Fu to Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station
All 6 outposts active with matched liaisons
Optimize assignments based on trade volume per outpost
Maintain rotation plan for high-value operators
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you assign operators to outposts in Arknights: Endfield?
Open the outpost menu, select the Liaison slot, and choose an operator from your roster. The operator must be currently at your AIC factory base to be assigned. Any operator can serve as liaison, but only those with matching attributes trigger bonus rewards.
What is the best operator for Refugee Camp outpost?
Laevatain (6★) is the best choice for Refugee Camp. She matches ALL THREE attributes: Faction (Rhodes Island), Hobbies (Creative), AND Expertise (Situational Analysis). This means she can trigger all three bonus types: SAR Response (+1 Prosperity), Turn Scrap to Treasure (+1 Stock Bill), and Survival Knowledge (+1 Stock Bill). Each bonus has an independent 20% trigger chance.
What is the best operator for Infra-Station outpost?
Yvonne (6★) is the best choice for Infra-Station. She matches ALL THREE attributes: Faction (Endfield Industries), Hobbies (Technology), AND Expertise (Epiphany). This makes her the only operator who can trigger all three bonus types at this outpost.
What is the best operator for Reconstruction HQ outpost?
Gilberta (6★) is the best choice for Reconstruction HQ. She matches ALL THREE attributes: Faction (Rhodes Island), Hobbies (Culture), AND Expertise (Originium Arts). She's the only operator who can trigger all three bonus types at this outpost.
What is the best operator for Sky King Flats outpost?
Tangtang (6★) is the best choice for Sky King Flats. She matches all three requirements: Agility expertise for the Prosperity bonus, Nature hobby for traded Stock Bills, and Combat Technique expertise for outpost-produced Stock Bills.
What is the best operator for Remediation Station outpost?
Zhuang Fangyi (6★) is the best choice for Remediation Station. She matches ALL THREE attributes: Faction (Hongshan Academy of Sciences), Hobbies (Charity), AND Expertise (Team Management). As a Version 1.2 operator, she's purpose-built for this outpost.
What is the best operator for Xiranflow Cloudseeder Station?
Arcane (6★) is the perfect Version 1.4 liaison because she matches all three checks: Hongshan Academy of Sciences faction, Nature hobby, and Constitution expertise. Lifeng and Mi Fu are the best 2/3 backups.
Do Operator Liaison bonuses stack?
One operator can match multiple requirements and activate multiple reward slots. Every linked Prosperity or Stock Bill point independently has a 20% chance to generate one more. However, you cannot assign the same operator to multiple outposts simultaneously.
Where do you check operator attributes in Arknights: Endfield?
Open the Trust system from the main menu, select any operator, and view their profile. The attributes displayed are Faction (single value like Rhodes Island), Hobbies (two values like Creative and Sports), and Expertise (one or two values like Situational Analysis or Combat Technique + Agility).
What are the 3 Operator Liaison bonus types?
Every outpost has three reward slots: a Prosperity bonus, a traded Stock Bill bonus, and an outpost-produced Stock Bill bonus. Their names and requirements vary by station. Every linked reward point has a 20% chance to generate one more.
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