Ready or Not: Thank You, Come Again S Rank Guide (March 2026)

Updated by Ankit Babal
July 21, 2025
Gaming

Achieving S Rank in “Thank You, Come Again” requires completing all 5 objectives without any casualties – you must arrest all 4 suspects, rescue all 6 civilians, find Crystal Leighton, locate the Store Manager, and report the Incapacitated Veteran while ensuring zero deaths throughout the mission. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step, from optimal loadouts to precise objective locations, helping you master Ready or Not’s first mission with the highest possible rating.

Quick S Rank Requirements	Details
Complete All Objectives	5 main objectives must be completed
Zero Deaths	No suspects, civilians, or officers can die
Arrest All Suspects	4 suspects must be arrested (not killed)
Secure All Civilians	6 civilians must be rescued
Collect All Evidence	Secure weapons dropped by suspects
Use Non-Lethal Weapons	Essential for preventing accidental deaths

Understanding Thank You, Come Again Mission in Ready or Not

“Thank You, Come Again” serves as your introduction to Ready or Not’s tactical gameplay, but don’t let its position as the first mission fool you. Set at a 4U gas station in South Los Sueños on February 3, 2025, you’re responding to an armed robbery by teenage meth addicts. The suspects – Andre Williams, Zion Pretlow, and Jayden Fletcher – are potentially under the influence and extremely unpredictable.

The mission takes place across two connected buildings: the main gas station convenience store and an attached diner. With multiple entry points, scared hostages, and drug-addled suspects who shoot first and ask questions never, this seemingly simple robbery call can quickly turn into a nightmare without proper preparation.

Ready or Not: Thank You, Come Again All Objectives

Main Objectives (4)

Bring Order to Chaos – Secure all 4 suspects
Rescue All of the Civilians – Secure all 6 civilians
Find Crystal Leighton – Report Crystal Leighton in the employee area
Find the Store Manager – Report the Store Manager’s body in the employee area

Soft Objective (1)

Report Incapacitated Veteran – Report the Veteran’s body in the diner

Each objective contributes crucial points toward your S Rank score. Missing even one will make achieving S Rank impossible, so thorough exploration and careful tactics are essential.

S Rank Requirements and Scoring System

To achieve S Rank in Thank You, Come Again, you must meet these non-negotiable requirements:

Essential Requirements

100% Objective Completion: All 5 objectives must be completed
Zero Casualties: No deaths allowed (suspects, civilians, or officers)
Full Evidence Collection: Secure all dropped weapons as evidence
Arrest All Suspects: All 4 suspects must be arrested, not killed

Scoring Breakdown

The Ready or Not scoring system heavily penalizes deaths. A single casualty – whether it’s a trigger-happy suspect or an innocent civilian – immediately disqualifies you from S Rank. This makes non-lethal tactics not just recommended, but absolutely mandatory.

Points are awarded for:

Completing objectives (+1000 each)
Arresting suspects (+500 each)
Rescuing civilians (+300 each)
Collecting evidence (+100 per item)
No casualties bonus (+2000)

Points are deducted for:

Killing suspects (-1000 each)
Civilian casualties (-2000 each)
Officer casualties (-1500 each)
Failed objectives (-500 each)

Best Loadout for S Rank

Your equipment selection can make or break an S Rank attempt. After extensive testing, here’s the optimal loadout:

Primary Weapon

VKS Pepperball Gun or Beanbag Shotgun (870 CQB)

The VKS offers better range and magazine capacity
Beanbag shotgun provides more stopping power but limited range
Both are less-lethal options essential for S Rank

Secondary Weapon

Taser

One-shot incapacitation at close range
Perfect for surprise encounters
Zero chance of accidental death

Tactical Equipment

CS Gas (3x) – Area denial and morale reduction
Flashbangs (2x) – Instant morale drop when entering rooms
Door Wedges (3x) – Control suspect movement

Armor

Heavy Ceramic Armor

Maximum protection against suspect fire
Movement speed penalty is worth the survivability

Other Equipment

Ballistic Shield (for pointman in multiplayer)
Optiwand – Check rooms before entry
Breaching Shotgun – Non-lethal door opening

For more weapon recommendations, check out our complete Ready or Not: Best Weapons Ranked guide.

Detailed Walkthrough: All Objective Locations

Entry Strategy

The mission offers multiple entry points:

Front entrance (gas station)
Diner entrance (north side)
Employee entrance (requires keycard)
Emergency exit (kitchen area)

I recommend starting at the gas station front entrance for the most systematic clear.

Objective 1: Bring Order to Chaos

This objective completes automatically once you’ve arrested all 4 suspects. Suspect spawn locations are randomized, but common areas include:

Gas station aisles: Often hiding behind shelves
Behind the counter: Both store and diner
Employee break room: Check corners carefully
Storage areas: Particularly the back rooms
Diner booths: Sometimes pretending to be civilians

Pro Tips:

Use the optiwand under every door before entry
Suspects may fake surrender – keep your weapon trained
Shout compliance commands repeatedly to reduce morale
Flash and gas before entering high-risk areas

Objective 2: Rescue All Civilians

Six civilians are scattered throughout the map:

Outside the gas station – Often cowering near pumps
Gas station floor – Behind aisles or near entrance
Diner area – Under tables or in booths
Employee break room – Sitting on couches
Storage areas – May be hiding with Crystal
Kitchen area – Near the back exit

Important: Some civilians wear similar clothing to suspects. Always verify before engaging.

Objective 3: Find Crystal Leighton

Crystal Leighton is a young girl hiding in a specific location:

Location: Storage room at the far end of the kitchen area

From the diner, enter the kitchen through the right door
Navigate to the back of the kitchen
Look for a small, dark storage room near a coffee vending machine
Crystal will be cowering in the corner

You’ll hear her crying as you approach. Use calm voice commands and report her location to complete the objective.

Objective 4: Find the Store Manager

The Store Manager (Mudasir Varma) is already deceased when you arrive:

Location: Employee hallway between store and diner

Enter the employee area (door nearest to blue vending machine)
Turn left down the corridor
The manager’s body is lying in the hallway
Press ‘F’ to report and complete the objective

Objective 5: Report Incapacitated Veteran (Soft Objective)

The veteran’s body is the easiest to find:

Location: Diner area, right side near American flag

Enter through the main gas station
Go through the door to the diner (right side)
The veteran’s body is immediately visible near his dog
Report the body and collect the weapon nearby as evidence

Advanced S Rank Strategies

The Morale System

Ready or Not uses a complex morale system that determines when suspects surrender:

Morale Reducers:

Flashbangs (-40 morale)
CS Gas (continuous drain)
Seeing arrested teammates (-20 morale)
Suppressive shouting (-5 per command)
Door breaching (-10 to -30 depending on method)

Target: Reduce suspect morale to zero for automatic surrender

Movement and Clearing Techniques

The Threshold Drill:

Stack up on doorway
Optiwand to identify threats
Flashbang or gas the room
Pie the doorway while shouting commands
Enter only when suspects are stunned

Corner Clearing:

Always check your corners twice
Suspects love hiding in bathroom stalls
Check behind all counters and shelves

Team Coordination (Multiplayer)

If playing with a squad:

Designate one shield carrier
Assign color-coded areas for clearing
Use “red/gold” side callouts for navigation
Maintain 360-degree security at all times

For a complete list of all missions and their difficulty, see our Ready or Not: All 26 Missions In Order guide.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Rushing Through Areas

The fog doesn’t rise in this mission, so take your time. Methodical clearing prevents surprise encounters.

2. Forgetting Evidence

Every dropped weapon counts as evidence. Missing even one can cost you crucial points.

3. Poor Grenade Usage

Throwing grenades blindly can injure civilians. Always verify room contents first.

4. Ignoring Audio Cues

Listen for:

Suspect chatter indicating positions
Civilian crying revealing hiding spots
Footsteps showing movement patterns

5. Neglecting the Soft Objective

Many players miss the veteran’s body, costing them S Rank despite perfect execution elsewhere.

Tips for Solo vs Multiplayer S Rank

Solo Advantages:

Complete control over pacing
No coordination failures
Easier to hear audio cues
No friendly fire concerns

Solo Disadvantages:

No revival if downed
Limited angles coverage
Slower room clearing
Less equipment variety

Multiplayer Tips:

Assign specific roles (breacher, shield, rear guard)
Use color callouts for suspect locations
Share equipment based on roles
Designate one player for evidence collection

Dealing with Specific Challenges

The Kitchen Maze

The kitchen area’s tight corners and poor lighting make it especially dangerous:

Pre-throw CS gas to force movement
Check behind every appliance
Use flashlight liberally
Listen for Crystal’s cries to navigate

Employee Area Ambushes

The narrow hallways create perfect ambush spots:

Wedge doors behind you to prevent flanking
Check office spaces thoroughly
The manager’s body location often has a nearby suspect

Diner Booth Deception

Suspects sometimes sit in booths pretending to be civilians:

Check hands for weapons before approaching
Use commands from a distance
Cover all angles when approaching booths

Equipment Management

Grenade Conservation

With limited grenades, prioritize their use:

High-risk entry points (kitchen, storage)
Multiple suspect indicators (heavy chatter)
Civilian rescue areas (to ensure safety)
Final sweeps (to flush out hidden suspects)

When to Use Your Taser

Save your taser for:

Suspects who fake surrender
Close-quarters surprises
Final suspect if low on pepperball ammo
Emergency situations when lethal force seems necessary

Alternative Approaches

The Diner-First Strategy

Some players prefer starting from the diner:

Pros: Quicker veteran objective, better flow to kitchen
Cons: More difficult initial encounters, awkward civilian positions

The Split-Team Approach (Multiplayer)

Dividing into two teams:

Team A: Clears gas station and employee areas
Team B: Secures diner and kitchen
Meetup: Storage area for Crystal extraction

The Lockdown Method

Using door wedges to control the entire flow:

Enter gas station
Wedge all exits except your advance route
Systematically clear room by room
Remove wedges only when moving forward

Post-Mission Analysis

After each attempt, review:

Where deaths occurred (if any)
Missed objectives or evidence
Ammunition expenditure
Grenade usage efficiency
Time taken (though not scored, it indicates efficiency)

Keep notes on suspect spawn patterns – while randomized, certain combinations appear more frequently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get S Rank if I accidentally kill one suspect?

No, S Rank requires zero deaths. Even accidentally killing a suspect with a beanbag headshot will disqualify you from S Rank. You’ll likely end up with A or A+ rank instead.

What’s the best non-lethal weapon for Thank You, Come Again?

The VKS Pepperball Gun offers the best balance of range, accuracy, and magazine capacity. However, the Beanbag Shotgun can be more effective in the tight quarters of the kitchen and storage areas. Choose based on your playstyle.

Do I need to complete all objectives before suspects are secured?

No, you can complete objectives in any order. Many players prefer securing all suspects first for safety, then methodically completing other objectives without combat pressure.

Can suspects kill civilians, ruining my S Rank?

Yes, suspects can execute civilians if provoked or if you take too long. This is why systematic, careful clearing is essential. If you hear gunshots, move quickly but carefully to prevent civilian casualties.

Is the veteran’s body objective required for S Rank?

Yes! Despite being labeled a “soft objective,” reporting the veteran is mandatory for S Rank. Missing this objective is one of the most common reasons players fail to achieve S Rank despite otherwise perfect runs.

Can I use door charges (C2) for S Rank?

While technically possible, C2 charges risk killing anyone standing near the door. Stick to breaching shotguns, rams, or kicks for safer entry methods during S Rank attempts.

What happens if my AI teammates kill suspects?

In solo mode with AI teammates, any kills by your squad count against your S Rank. Equip your AI partners with non-lethal weapons or command them to use less lethal force.

How many times can I retry for S Rank?

Unlimited! You can replay Thank You, Come Again as many times as needed. Each run helps you learn suspect patterns and optimize your approach.

Conclusion

Achieving S Rank in “Thank You, Come Again” sets the tone for your entire Ready or Not career. While it’s the first mission, mastering its S Rank requirements teaches fundamental skills you’ll need for the increasingly difficult missions ahead. Remember: patience, proper equipment, and methodical clearing are your keys to success.

The teenage suspects might be inexperienced criminals, but their desperation and drug-fueled aggression make them dangerous opponents. Treat every corner as a potential threat, every civilian as a priority rescue, and every objective as essential to your success.

With this guide’s strategies and your growing tactical expertise, that elusive S Rank is within reach. Take your time, trust your equipment, and remember – in Ready or Not, the best operators are the ones who bring everyone home alive.

Stay tactical, stay alert, and most importantly, stay non-lethal. Your S Rank awaits at the 4U Gas Station.

Good luck, Officer. Los Sueños is counting on you.