- The Hollow the block badge requires three event objectives across connected experiences.
- The Mimic objective involves powering three control panels and escaping with a USB drive.
- The Blade Ball objective requires collecting five USB sticks in the event mode.
- The concert objective requires attending the full scheduled Ken Carson performance.
- Best strategy: Complete the two gameplay tasks before waiting for the concert.
The Hollow the block badge Overview
The Block Badge route begins at the ticket booth inside The Hollow event area. From there, select the option to visit games and teleport to The Block. The badge progression is divided into three objectives: a quest in The Mimic, a collection task in Blade Ball, and attendance at the full Ken Carson concert.
The fastest approach is to complete both interactive objectives first. The Mimic task can take several attempts because the monster may interrupt your route, while the Blade Ball task is more direct once the event mode is unlocked. After those objectives are marked complete, return to The Block and wait for a scheduled concert.
Video Highlights:
- Opening the ticket booth and visiting The Block
- Completing the three-fuse route inside The Mimic
- Collecting five USB sticks in Blade Ball
- Checking progress before attending the concert
| Objective | Experience | Main requirement | Recommended order |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mimic quest | The Mimic | Escape with the USB drive | First |
| Blade Ball quest | Blade Ball | Collect five USB sticks | Second |
| Concert attendance | The Block | Stay for the full concert | Last |
Use the ticket booth to enter The Block, but do not wait for the concert immediately. Finish The Mimic and Blade Ball objectives first so the final event session becomes your only remaining task.
The Mimic
- Stealth-focused objective
- Requires three powered panels
- Includes a monster chase
- Escape with the USB drive
Blade Ball
- Event mode objective
- Requires five USB sticks
- Possession mode is recommended
- Check progress after finishing
The Block
- Central event hub
- Tracks objective completion
- Hosts the concert
- Final badge progress appears here
The Mimic Quest Walkthrough
The Mimic is the more dangerous part of the route because the monster can detect and chase players while they search for fuses and complete the facility objectives. You do not need to finish the task without dying. If you are eliminated, you lose the item you were carrying, so the practical goal is to retrieve and deliver one objective item at a time.
Begin by entering the Ken Carson quest area in The Mimic. The tutorial can be skipped if it has already been completed. Follow the opening hallway and read the note on the table. This interaction may trigger a minor jump scare, so keep your volume and camera movement under control if you are playing in a shared space.
Enter the Ken Carson Quest
Join the Ken Carson quest in The Mimic and move through the opening hallway. Read the note on the table to activate the objective route.
Search for Three Fuses
Locate three fuses and use them to power the control panels. Carry only one fuse at a time if you want to reduce the loss caused by an unsuccessful escape.
Avoid the Monster
If the Mimic spots you, break its line of sight and move away. Hiding or turning through another corridor can end the chase, allowing you to resume the search.
Fill the Flask
Pick up the flask near the entrance, turn the nearby valve four consecutive times, and place the flask beside the puddle. Fill it before carrying it onward.
Retrieve the USB Drive
Take the filled flask to the electrical room, place it near the wires, and hide while the area becomes safe. Take the USB drive, complete the exit mini-games, and leave the facility.
The three-fuse portion is easier when you treat each panel as a separate trip. Broken fuses can explode and alert the monster, so listen for warning effects before committing to a corridor. If you are carrying a fuse and get caught, return for another rather than trying to force the same chase route.
The flask sequence is another important checkpoint. Turn the valve four times before placing the flask by the puddle. Once it is filled, take it directly to the electrical room. Hide near a locker or another nearby cover point while the monster is active, then place the flask at the wires and wait for a safe opening.
| Task | Required action | Main risk | Safer approach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuse delivery | Power three control panels | Dropping the fuse after defeat | Carry one fuse per attempt |
| Monster avoidance | Break line of sight | Extended chase | Use corners, rooms, and lockers |
| Flask setup | Turn valve four times | Losing time during filling | Stay near cover |
| USB retrieval | Use the electrical room | Monster interruption | Hide before taking the drive |
| Facility escape | Complete exit mini-games | Failing while exposed | Move quickly after the drive is obtained |
Dying does not erase the entire quest, but it can remove the item in your hands. Avoid carrying a fuse or filled flask farther than necessary, and reset your route after a failed attempt.
Blade Ball USB Collection
After completing The Mimic quest, return to The Block and open the Blade Ball event option. If the mode is unavailable because the tutorial has not been completed, finish the introductory sequence first. Then select the event mode and choose Possession on Easy mode when the option is available.
The Blade Ball objective is a collection task rather than a combat challenge. Search the map for five USB sticks and collect them during the round. Their positions can vary by map or session, so focus on checking open areas, corners, and routes near common player movement paths.
| Blade Ball step | Action | Completion check |
|---|---|---|
| Enter | Open the Blade Ball event from The Block | Event mode loads |
| Unlock | Complete the tutorial if required | Event options become available |
| Select | Choose Possession, Easy mode | Round begins |
| Search | Locate five USB sticks | Counter reaches five |
| Confirm | Leave and return to The Block | Progress updates |
Search Method
Start with visible open areas, then sweep corners and side routes. Avoid crossing the same section repeatedly without checking a new angle.
Mode Choice
Possession on Easy mode provides a more manageable setting for learning the event layout and locating the five collectibles.
Progress Check
After collecting all five USB sticks, leave the experience and return to The Block. Confirm that the objective is marked complete.
The most common mistake is leaving before the game registers the final USB stick. Wait for the collection feedback or completion state, then return to The Block and check the event panel. If the task is not marked complete, re-enter the mode and verify that all five collectibles were counted.
Do not assume the Blade Ball objective is complete just because the final USB stick was visible. Return to The Block and use the progress screen to verify the recorded result.
Concert Attendance and Progress Tracking
The final requirement is attending the full Ken Carson concert at The Block. Concert sessions are scheduled events, so the start time shown in your server or event panel is more useful than relying on an older timetable. Event times can change, and an active session may already be underway when you arrive.
Return to The Block after completing The Mimic and Blade Ball objectives. Open the phone interface, select Free UGC, and review the current progress screen. The concert objective should remain incomplete until you attend a qualifying performance from the beginning through the end.
| Progress stage | What to do | Status to look for |
|---|---|---|
| Before gameplay | Open Free UGC in The Block | Three objectives listed |
| After The Mimic | Return with the USB drive objective finished | Mimic task complete |
| After Blade Ball | Confirm five USB sticks were counted | Blade Ball task complete |
| Before concert | Check the scheduled event time | Concert session available |
| After concert | Remain until the performance ends | Final objective complete |
Arrive before the concert begins whenever possible. Joining late may prevent the attendance requirement from registering, even if you remain until the ending. Avoid leaving the server, teleporting away, or switching experiences while the performance is active.
The progress menu is the best way to identify which task still needs attention. If the first two objectives are complete but the concert entry remains unchecked, wait for the next scheduled session and stay in The Block for its entire duration.
The available concert time is shown through the event interface and may differ between sessions. Check the current in-game schedule on October 31, 2026 rather than relying on a previously displayed start time.
Badge Progress Checklist:
- Enter The Block through the ticket booth
- Complete The Mimic quest and escape with the USB drive
- Collect five USB sticks in Blade Ball
- Return to The Block and verify both objectives
- Attend the full Ken Carson concert
Troubleshooting and FAQ
Use the following troubleshooting steps when the badge route does not update immediately:
- Return to The Block after every completed objective.
- Open the phone and select Free UGC to refresh the progress panel.
- Confirm that the final USB stick was counted in Blade Ball.
- Stay inside the concert session until the event ends.
- Rejoin only after checking whether the objective has already registered.
The badge route depends on multiple experiences, so progress may not appear until you return to the central event hub. Checking the menu after each task prevents unnecessary repeats.
Q: What is required for The Hollow the block badge?
You must complete the Ken Carson quest in The Mimic, collect five USB sticks in the Blade Ball event mode, and attend the full Ken Carson concert at The Block.
Q: What happens if I die during The Mimic quest?
You can continue attempting the quest, but you lose the item you were carrying when defeated. Retrieve another fuse or repeat the flask step as needed.
Q: How many USB sticks are needed in Blade Ball?
The Blade Ball objective requires five USB sticks. After collecting them, return to The Block and check the Free UGC progress screen.
Q: Do I need to attend the entire concert?
Yes. The attendance objective is designed around being present from the beginning until the concert ends, so joining late or leaving early may not count.
Before leaving The Block, open the progress panel and confirm that all three objectives are complete. This is the clearest way to verify that the event route has registered.
The most reliable order remains The Mimic, Blade Ball, and then the concert. That sequence minimizes waiting and gives you time to retry either gameplay objective before the scheduled performance begins.