Mastering the Exit Pursued by a Bruised Ego Mission in RDR2

Are you ready to tackle the thrilling mission "Exit Pursued by a Bruised Ego" in Red Dead Redemption 2? 🌲🐻 This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions to complete this exciting quest while achieving the coveted Gold Medal requirements. From tracking the bear to setting up camp, let's dive in!

Objectives to Achieve the Gold Medal

To secure that shiny Gold Medal, here’s your checklist:

- Track the bear within 1 minute 30 seconds.

- Shoot the bear at least 6 times.

- Complete within 12 minutes.

Getting Started: Initiating the Mission

1. Speak with Hosea at Horseshoe Overlook: 

   Begin your adventure by having a conversation with Hosea at camp. He’ll inform you that you’ll be heading to Dakota River to seek out a legendary bear—a key milestone in the game!

2. On the Road to Valentine: 

   Trade your Shire horse at Valentine for a new ride. Move your saddle and follow Hosea while discussing past losses and stolen bonds from the train in the “Who the Hell is Leviticus Cornwall” mission. Remember to calm your horse with L3 to keep it steady on the journey.

3. Decide Quickly on Your Horse: 

   Once at the stables in Valentine, sell your draft horse. You’ll only receive about $5, and while you may want to consider keeping it, rushing is essential to meet the Gold Medal requirements. Stable or sell your horse, but you need to purchase a new one quickly—choose the cheapest option to save time!

Setting Up Camp: Prepping for the Hunt

4. Continue with Hosea: 

   After making your horse decision, follow Hosea beyond Moonstone Pond. Take his advice to hunt rabbits for dinner. Use a bow or .22 caliber rifle to catch them!

5. Camping and Cooking: 

   After hunting, skin the rabbit and return it to your horse. Set up camp by holding L1 and following the prompts to navigate the item wheel. Once settled, enter the crafting menu and cook "Plain Game" with the rabbit meat you caught. You must cook all of it to progress in the mission. After a satisfying meal, you'll drift off to sleep beside the fire. 🌌🔥

The Hunt: Catching the Bear

6. Morning Strategies: 

   Upon waking, Hosea will discuss bear-catching strategies and ask you to craft Potent Predator Bait. Pack up your camp and ride alongside him to the lake, ensuring you retrieve your rifle from your horse's storage.

7. Tracking the Bear: 

   As you approach the water, you enter Legendary Animal territory. Press both sticks to activate Eagle Eye and begin tracking the bear's trail. Follow the clues carefully:

   - Track just north of a large rock for the first sign.

   - Continue northward, past a fish clue, until you find bear droppings.

   - Once you've reached the end of the trail, a cutscene will trigger where you’ll decide between using bait or splitting up—always choose bait for a better chance of success!

8. Setting the Trap: 

   Plant the bait near the boulders marked in yellow on your minimap, then crouch behind the rocks. Equip your rifle and wait for the bear operation while keeping an eye on Hosea.

The Showdown: Facing the Bear

9. Activating Dead Eye: 

   When the bear charges at you, activate the Dead Eye feature immediately. Aim carefully and shoot the bear at least 6 times to secure your Gold Medal. Don’t waste time running after it once it’s scared away—check on Hosea instead!

Conclusion: Wrapping Up the Mission

After your successful hunt, Hosea gifts you a book that reveals the locations of other Legendary Animals. From here, you can either return to camp with Hosea or continue tracking the bear for extra adventure—but be cautious, as it’s a formidable foe at this point.

You have now completed the "Exit Pursued by a Bruised Ego" mission! 🏆 If you're looking to continue your quest, head towards the next mission markers: Paying a Social Call, Money Lending and Other Sins, or Who is Not Without Sin.

With this guide, you should be well-equipped to achieve your Gold Medal and advance through the enthralling world of Red Dead Redemption 2. Happy hunting, cowpoke! 🤠✨