- Care Package for Eleanor is a side delivery quest in Probably Stolen that rewards supplies and reputation.
- Gather first: Collect every required item before speaking to Eleanor to save time.
- Watch the timer: Some package variants are time-limited, so deliver promptly.
- Best tip: Farm required goods in low-risk zones to avoid losing cargo.
- Top reward: Quest completion also unlocks follow-up errands and vendor discounts.
Care Package for Eleanor: Quest Overview
The Care Package for Eleanor is one of the most commonly requested side errands in Probably Stolen. Eleanor asks you to assemble a bundle of supplies and deliver it safely, and while the objective sounds simple, the challenge comes from sourcing the items without drawing attention — after all, in this game, half of what you carry is probably stolen.
This walkthrough covers the quest requirements, where to find each item, how to plan a safe delivery route, and what you get for finishing it.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Quest type | Side errand / delivery |
| Quest giver | Eleanor |
| Main objective | Assemble and deliver a care package |
| Difficulty | Low to moderate |
| Main risks | Cargo loss, hostile encounters en route |
| Key reward | Supplies, reputation, follow-up errands |
Quest Highlights:
- Sourcing the required items is the bulk of the work
- Delivery route choice affects risk and speed
- Completing it unlocks additional Eleanor errands
- Reputation gains can improve vendor prices
Open your inventory and check off what you already own before farming anything. Many players accidentally re-buy items they already have stored at their base or stash.
Required Items and Where to Find Them
The care package typically asks for a mix of consumables, comfort goods, and one or two harder-to-find items. The exact list can vary slightly between playthroughs, but the categories below cover what Eleanor generally wants.
| Item Category | Typical Examples | Best Source | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food supplies | Canned goods, snacks | Shops, kitchens | Low |
| Medicine | Bandages, basic remedies | Clinics, scavenging | Low |
| Comfort items | Books, small trinkets | Houses, markets | Medium |
| Rare request | Specialty good (varies) | Quest-specific location | High |
Shop Route (Safest)
- Buy most items legally
- Low risk, higher cost
- Fast for common goods
Scavenge Route (Cheap)
- Loot houses and caches
- Free, but riskier
- Good for comfort items
Mixed Route (Recommended)
- Buy cheap, scavenge rare
- Best time/value ratio
- Balances risk and cost
Care package items can fill your inventory quickly. Drop off non-quest gear at your stash before collecting, or you may be forced to abandon items mid-run.
Step-by-Step Delivery Walkthrough
Follow these steps to complete the Care Package for Eleanor efficiently from start to finish.
Accept the Errand
Speak with Eleanor and confirm the exact item list. Write it down or screenshot it — the list does not always appear clearly in your journal afterward.
Audit Your Inventory
Check your stash and inventory for items you already own. Mark off anything you can reuse before spending money or time farming.
Collect the Items
Use the mixed route: purchase cheap common goods, scavenge comfort items, and save the rare request for last so a failure doesn't waste earlier progress.
Plan a Safe Route
Choose a path to Eleanor that avoids high-traffic or hostile areas. If the package is time-limited, pick the shortest route even if it costs more caution.
Deliver and Collect
Hand over the full package in one trip if possible. Partial deliveries usually don't count, and missing a single item forces a second trip.
Always deliver the complete package in a single trip. Splitting the delivery across multiple runs is the most common mistake players make with this errand.
Risks, Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
Even a simple delivery can go wrong in Probably Stolen. These are the pitfalls that most often ruin a care package run.
| Risk | What Happens | Prevention |
|---|---|---|
| Hostile encounters | Cargo dropped or stolen en route | Travel light, avoid hot zones |
| Wrong item variant | Item name looks right but doesn't count | Double-check exact item names |
| Inventory overflow | Forced to abandon package goods | Stash non-quest items first |
| Timer expiry (some variants) | Package spoils or quest resets | Prioritize shortest route |
Eleanor's request list can include specific variants of common items. A generic canned food may not satisfy a request for a specific brand or type — verify names before buying in bulk.
Rewards and Follow-Up Errands
Completing the Care Package for Eleanor pays out more than the immediate supplies. Reputation with Eleanor opens up a chain of additional errands and improves your standing with associated vendors.
| Reward Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Immediate supplies | Cash and/or useful consumables |
| Reputation | Increased standing with Eleanor |
| Follow-up quests | New errands become available |
| Vendor benefit | Better prices from linked vendors |
Care Package Completion Checklist:
- Confirm Eleanor's exact item list
- Stash all non-quest inventory
- Collect every required item
- Plan a low-risk delivery route
- Deliver the full package in one trip
- Claim rewards and check for follow-up errands
Repeated errands for Eleanor compound over time. Players who complete her full errand chain consistently report noticeably better vendor pricing than those who skip side content.
FAQ
Q: Can I deliver the Care Package for Eleanor in multiple trips?
In most cases, no. Partial deliveries typically do not count toward completion. Gather every required item and deliver the full care package in a single trip to avoid resetting your progress.
Q: What happens if I lose package items on the way to Eleanor?
You will need to replace the lost items before delivering. This is why route planning matters — avoiding hostile zones is usually faster than re-farming stolen or dropped cargo.
Q: Is buying the items better than stealing them?
A mixed approach works best. Common goods are cheap to buy legally and carry no risk, while comfort items and rare requests are often more efficient to scavenge. Choose based on your current cash and risk tolerance.
Q: Does the Care Package for Eleanor unlock anything else?
Yes. Completing the errand raises your reputation with Eleanor, which unlocks follow-up errands and can improve pricing with associated vendors over time.