The Palia Strange Things Afoot quest marks a pivotal moment in your temple adventures as mysterious events begin unfolding across the ancient ruins. I’ve navigated through this questline multiple times and understand exactly what triggers each phase, making it easier to help you progress through this important storyline.
Before diving into this mysterious investigation, let me tell you that this quest is entirely different from most of the Palia quests, such as Eye of the Storm and Come Clean. Why? Because there isn’t anything specific that you have to complete. Rather, you just have to wait for something that is not yet revealed.
The Back Story of Strange Things Afoot
Strange Things Afoot is a Main quest that you will recieve upon completion of Vault of the Roots (Quest). This quest represents the beginning of a major investigation into the mysterious phenomena occurring around the ancient temples and introduces you to The Order’s involvement in these strange events.
A mysterious pink light has descended from the sky. Jina might know more. This thing is actually your route to deeper and more secret stories that will be uncovered in the future.
Requirements for the Quest
There are some requirements that you must complete before getting this quest:
- Vault of the Roots – Once you have completed this quest, the Strange Things Afoot will be unlocked.
Key NPCs involved:
- Jina – She is your primary contact for temple investigations
- Subira – She is the Order’s representative who is investigating strange phenomena
- Hekla – He is your research partner, providing additional context
How to Solve the Strange Things Afoot Quest in Palia
Initial Investigation with Jina
Find Jina at the ruins; she will be close to Hekla’s Tent. The conversation marks your involvement in this quest, which is regarding the mysterious pink light and the rest of the strange things happening around the temple sites.
During this conversation, you will be discussing the mysterious pink light and its significance, and also sharing your temple exploration discoveries with Jina. Moreover, you will get to know about The Order’s interest in recent events and understand the broader implications of the strange phenomena.
The Waiting Period
Jina has mentioned that she will inform the Order about the situation. Wait to hear more. This marks that there is something big that will likely be revealed in the future. Most probably with the new updates of the game.
During the waiting period, you can continue your regular activities like farming, crafting, and exploring. You can also check your mail periodically for updates from The Order.
Order Response
Wait to hear from the Order. Subira has mentioned that there… Eventually, The Order will respond to Jina’s reports about the strange phenomena, officially bringing their investigation into it.
Meeting The Order Representative
With strange events such as the reappearance of humans happening in Kilima, The Order has sent a Watcher to investigate things. This introduces Subira, a crucial character who will play an important role in future questlines.
Subira’s role:
- Official Order representative investigating mysterious phenomena
- Expert in ancient technology and unexplained events
- Authority figure with access to Order resources and knowledge
- Key contact for future temple-related investigations
What Comes Next
Follow-Up Questlines
Completing Strange Things Afoot unlocks several important continuation storylines:
Immediate consequences:
- Troubled Waters Quest
- Fit for a Watcher Quest becomes available
- Enhanced temple access with Order oversight
- New investigation opportunities in various temple locations
FAQs
How long does the waiting period actually last?
The waiting time varies based on completing other prerequisite quests and in-game progression, but typically resolves within a few play sessions once all requirements are met.
What other quests should I complete while waiting?
Focus on any remaining side quests involving Jina, Hekla, and other temple-related characters, as these may be required for progression.
Can I speed up The Order’s response?
No, the response timing is built into the quest mechanics, but ensuring all prerequisite quests are complete helps avoid unnecessary delays.
What is the mysterious pink light?
The pink light represents one of several unexplained phenomena occurring around the temple sites, which The Order considers significant enough to investigate officially. The Palia Strange Things Afoot quest serves as a crucial bridge between your independent temple exploration and official investigations that will shape the future direction of your adventures in this mysterious world.
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