Octopath Traveler: Exploring Side Quests (2024)

Octopath Traveler is filled with side quests that can be tracked in the main menu under the Journal tab. These side quests are optional and often require the use of Path Actions to solve. They are marked with a yellow star on the player's map and usually involve retrieving a stolen item, obtaining a specific item, or defeating certain enemies. Players can also open their menu to check their journal and sort all the side stories and quests by region.

How to unlock side quests

To unlock side quests in Octopath Traveler, you must first complete the corresponding traveler's Chapter 1 story. Side quests are marked with a yellow star on your map and can be tracked in the main menu under the Journal tab.

Side quests can be unlocked by speaking to townspeople with an orange speech bubble floating above their heads. They can also be tracked via the radar by approaching the orange Side Story icon.

Side quests can be completed by performing path actions, such as using a path action to obtain a specific item, defeating certain enemies, or using a path action to guide or recruit an NPC.

• Kit, the Traveler: This side quest will appear outside of your starting character's area and will be the first side quest available. It will always involve retrieving a traveler's stolen bag.
• Sir Miles, Servant of the Flame: This side quest will only appear if Ophilia is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items and defeating a boss.
• Theracio's Tutelage: This side quest will only appear if Cyrus is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items.
• Le Mann, Explorer Extraordinaire: This side quest will only appear if Tressa is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items.
• Noelle, Seeker of Knowledge: This side quest will only appear if Olberic is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items.
• Ria, Born to Roam: This side quest will only appear if Primrose is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items and defeating a boss.
• Daughter of the Dark God: This side quest will only appear if Alfyn is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items and defeating a boss.
• Kaia, Mother of Dragons: This side quest will only appear if Therion is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items and defeating a boss.
• Way Through the Woods: This side quest will only appear if H'aanit is the starting traveler. It involves obtaining specific items and defeating a boss.

Completing side quests can provide various rewards, such as items, equipment, and experience points.

How to complete side quests

Octopath Traveler has a lot of side quests for you to complete. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to complete them:

• To begin a side quest, interact with any non-playable character (NPC) with an orange speech bubble above their head. This will activate a side quest.
• Some side quests may require you to recruit specific characters with certain abilities. For example, to complete the "Way Through the Woods" side quest, you will need either Ophilia or Primrose, as only they have the ability to guide or lure people.
• Side quests can be tracked in the game's main menu under the Journal tab. You can view the side quests as a whole list or divided by area.
• Some side quests may require you to venture to optional dungeons or far corners of the map. It is recommended to explore these areas as the rewards found there may be worth more than the reward for completing the quest.
• To complete a side quest, you will usually need to perform a specific action for the NPC. This could include providing an item, sharing information, escorting them, or removing a threat.
• Upon completion of the given task, you will receive a reward.

It is important to pay attention to the details of the quest and explore the world to find the necessary items or NPCs to progress. Side quests in Octopath Traveler can be challenging but rewarding, so don't be afraid to explore and interact with different characters to find a solution.

How to find side quests on the map

Octopath Traveler features a variety of side quests, also known as side stories, that can be found on the map. These side quests are marked with a yellow star on your map and can be found in various regions. The first side quest you will receive will always take place in your starting character's region and will involve retrieving a stolen bag.

To find side quests on the map, look for the yellow stars that indicate their location. You can also check your journal in the menu to see a list of all available side quests and their locations. Side quests will only appear in the starting cities of each region after you have completed the corresponding traveler's Chapter 1. They will appear as tan stars on your minimap.

Side quests typically involve helping people in need, who will become your "Clients" if you agree to assist them. The tasks required to complete side quests can vary and may include providing an item, sharing information, escorting someone, or removing a threat. Some side quests may require specific characters in your party to complete, such as characters with certain path actions.

• Frostlands: "Sir Miles, Servant of the Flame" and "The Slumbering Giant"
• Flatlands: "Theracio's Tutelage" and "The Prodigious Painting"
• Coastlands: "Le Mann, Explorer Extraordinaire" and "In Search of Father"
• Highlands: "Noelle, Seeker of Knowledge"
• Sunlands: "Ria, Born to Roam"
• Riverlands: "Meryl, Lost then Found" and "Daughter of the Dark God"
• Cliftlands: "Kaia, Mother of Dragons" and "The Weaver's Predicament"
• Woodlands: "Way Through the Woods" and "Ashlan, the Beastmaster"

How to check your active side quests

To check your active side quests in Octopath Traveler, you can access the Journal by pressing the R button. This will bring up a list of your discovered side quests, allowing you to view the quests you have started and completed. The side quests are organised by zone, such as "Flatlands" or "Frostlands". You can also view the progression of each character's story and their Crossed Paths in the Journal.

In Octopath Traveler 2, side quests can be tracked in the main menu under the Journal tab. Press the R shoulder button to navigate to the section dedicated to Side Stories. Here, you can view your active side quests as a complete list or organised by area. The Journal option also allows you to view story progression for each character.

How to repeat side quests

To repeat side quests in Octopath Traveler, you must first complete them. Side quests, or side stories, are a recurring game mechanic in Octopath Traveler, and they function as short stories that can be resolved by using a path action, obtaining a specific item, or defeating certain enemies. There are 101 side stories in total in Octopath Traveler, and they are classified by region.

To repeat a side quest, you will need to find it again in the same region where you first accepted it. Side stories are classified by region, and there are eight side story series, one for each region. Each series begins at the region's Chapter 1 towns, then moves to the intermediate towns, and ends at the Chapter 4 towns.

You can keep track of your discovered side quests by checking your journal, which can be accessed by hitting the R button. Your journal will sort all of the side stories and quests by region, making it easier to find the one you want to repeat.

It is important to note that side stories will only appear in the starting cities after the corresponding traveler's Chapter 1 is completed. They will appear on your minimap as tan stars.

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