How do I unlock and upgrade Arthur’s satchel?

Unlocking and upgrading Arthur’s satchel in Red Dead Redemption 2 is a crucial gameplay mechanic that significantly improves your inventory capacity. The satchel allows you to carry more items, such as herbs, tonics, and provisions, which are essential for survival and crafting. To unlock and upgrade the satchel, you must complete the ''Pearsons Crafting Upgrades'' questline, which becomes available after progressing through Chapter 2 of the story. Pearson, the camp cook, is the key character for this task, and he requires specific materials to craft each satchel upgrade.\n\nTo begin, you must first unlock Pearson’s crafting menu. This is done by donating materials to the camp ledger, which is located near Dutch’s tent. Once you’ve donated enough, Pearson will offer a series of satchel upgrades. There are seven satchels in total: the Kit Satchel, Provisions Satchel, Materials Satchel, Tonics Satchel, Ingredients Satchel, Valuables Satchel, and the ultimate Legend of the East Satchel. Each satchel increases your carrying capacity for specific item categories, and the Legend of the East Satchel grants unlimited storage for all items.\n\nTo craft each satchel, you’ll need to gather specific animal pelts and other materials. For example, the Kit Satchel requires one perfect deer pelt, one perfect buck pelt, and one perfect rabbit pelt. These pelts must be in perfect condition, so you’ll need to hunt animals using the appropriate weapon and aim for clean kills. For deer and bucks, use a rifle with a headshot, and for rabbits, use a varmint rifle. Once you’ve collected the required pelts, bring them to Pearson at camp to craft the satchel.\n\nOne common challenge players face is finding perfect pelts. To increase your chances, use Dead Eye to target vital organs and ensure a clean kill. Additionally, study animals with your binoculars to determine their quality before hunting. If you’re struggling to find specific animals, consult the in-game compendium or explore areas like Big Valley for deer and bucks, or the Heartlands for rabbits. Remember to skin the animals immediately after killing them to preserve the pelt quality.\n\nAfter crafting the first six satchels, you’ll unlock the Legend of the East Satchel. This requires one perfect panther pelt, which is one of the rarest and most challenging materials to obtain. Panthers can be found in the forests south of Braithwaite Manor, but they are extremely dangerous. Use a rifle with high damage and Dead Eye to take down the panther quickly. Once you’ve collected all the required materials, return to Pearson to craft the final satchel.\n\nUpgrading Arthur’s satchel is a rewarding process that enhances your gameplay experience by allowing you to carry more resources. It’s especially useful for players who enjoy crafting, hunting, and exploring the vast open world of Red Dead Redemption 2. To maximize efficiency, focus on hunting and gathering materials early in the game, and always keep an eye out for perfect pelts while exploring. With the Legend of the East Satchel, you’ll never have to worry about running out of space for your items again.