Part 1: Starting the Quest
Step 1 - Rookie
Talk to Rookie (sp_cor 255/285). This follows right after the team agrees to enter the Varmundt Mansion through the waterway.
Step 2 - Sewage Treatment Plant
Talk to Rookie again and after giving a brief overview, he will send you inside the Sewage Treatment Plant.
Step 3 - Rescue Dew
Head to (ba_pw02 93/92) where you will find a peculiar Rune Knight drowning. Dew seems to have fainted after pulling him out. Use 1 Yggdrasil Leaf to revive him.
Step 4 - Regroup
Follow Dew to the next area where the rest of the group are. Dialogue will immediately start after reaching the next area and cannot be interrupted by monster attacks. You meet up with Rashis, Magie and Mark who went to search for Dew. The group then heads to Alph waiting near the Sewer Entrance.
Step 5 - Enter the Mansion
Talk to Alph. He will teleport you inside Barmund Mansion. Talk to the NPC who will be staying behind to wait for someone, then the rest of the group heads outside.
Step 6 - Register with Alpha
Talk to Tamarin who tells you to register with Mansion Manager Alpha. Talk to Mansion Manager Alpha who eventually registers you as an official guest. Rewarded with 5 Barmeal Tickets.
Step 7 - Repeater Problem
As Alpha is broadcasting the updated guest list to the network, an issue occurs. Alpha says she is not getting any replies from the Dining, Gazebo and Garden repeaters and asks you to check on them.
Note: After this step, the following side quests are unlocked: Be Quiet in the Library, Farm Guide, Flower Garden Access Permission, Tartaros Storage 2, Floating Garden, Searching the Bathhouse, Cleaner Robot Omega, Magic Power Plant 2 Manager Eorpa Daily, and Warp to Sage's Mansion Garden through Nillem.
Part 2: Repeater Check
Step 8 - Dining Repeater (Tasty)
Find Tasty (ba_maison 146/109) who starts to panic and offers you food to go away. After proving your status as a guest, inform Tasty that the Repeaters are broken. Tasty is sure the communication chip was stolen. A malfunctioning robot (Broken Beta) shows up then runs away. Tasty asks you to retrieve 1 Robot Communication Chip from Broken Beta. After giving the chip, Tasty recommends heading to the Gazebo next. Rewarded with 5 Barmeal Tickets and 257,834 Base EXP.
Step 9 - Gazebo Repeater
Locate the Repeater (ba_maison 333/143) and touch it, despite Tasty telling you to ask a robot for assistance. After getting shocked, Worry will show up and begins to attack the repeater. Radish then shows up to calm Worry down. You inform Radish that Alpha is unable to send the new guest list. Radish directs you to the Central Garden. Rewarded with 5 Barmeal Tickets and 257,834 Base EXP.
Step 10 - Garden Repeater (Cagey)
On your way to the Central Garden, Cagey (ba_maison 246/206) stops you from entering. After informing Cagey that the repeater is down, Cagey checks the status and realizes the repeaters are hacked. Rewarded with 5 Barmeal Tickets and 257,834 Base EXP.
Step 11 - Report to Alpha
Return to Mansion Manager Alpha (ba_maison 74/150) to make your report. Rewarded with 15 Barmeal Tickets and 773,502 Base EXP. Securing Spare Parts Daily Quest unlocked. After confirming your report, Alpha directs you to find your companions at the Teahouse (ba_maison 102/65).
Part 3: Joining with The Party
Step 12 - Teahouse
After entering the Teahouse (ba_maison 102/65), you find Dien and Philofontes in a deadlock. Rookie suggests looking for information about the incidents that occurred here instead. You volunteer to inquire with the Mansion Managers as the only neutral party.
Step 13 - Investigate NPCs
Ask Junas (ba_maison 188/56) about records made by the Mercenaries and Eich. Ask Adoren (ba_maison 247/161) about records regarding Eich. Go to the Cleaner Robot (ba_maison 357/290) and find a Letter from the Rekenber Corporation caught by it. Ask Skippy (ba_maison 319/169) about records of accidents, revealing an unknown dead woman wearing formal attire was found near the mansion walls. Ask High High (ba_maison 232/310) about conversations of strange behavior, revealing Eich was almost kicked out when he tried going deep inside the mansion.
Step 14 - Report Findings
Return to the Teahouse (ba_maison 102/65). Talk to Rookie (ba_in01 203/108) to report about the mysterious corpse and your assumption that the Mercenaries may have killed her. Dien denies it, but you explain there might be a traitor amongst the mercenaries. You show the envelope with the Rekenber Corporation symbol. The letter reveals the receiver is Eich Rukenberg. Kaya Tos steps out to contact his secretary.
Step 15 - Assassin Attack
Kaya Tos returns with intel about Eich's identity and goes outside to gather his thoughts. Rookie asks you to watch over Kaya Tos (ba_maison 103/92). An assassin sent by the Rekenber Board of Directors shows up to kill Kaya Tos. As you try to save him, Dien and Kotnes shove you aside and drive the assassin away. Dien, recognizing the efforts done by Kaya, decides to cooperate. Rewarded with 15 Barmeal Tickets and 773,502 Base EXP.
Step 16 - Tea Time
Upon returning to the Teahouse, speak to Tatio. Rookie decides to step out and asks if you want to accompany him. Rewarded with 20 Barmeal Tickets and 773,502 Base EXP.
Part 4: The Story of a Manager
Step 17 - Broken Robots
After leaving the Teahouse, talk to Rookie (ba_maison 115/68) who was in a conversation with Alpha. Eliumina angrily shows up, having been attacked by a malfunctioning Manager robot. Rookie asks you to retrieve at least 5 Broken Robot Cores from destroyed robots marked on the map.
Broken Robot Cores map locations
Step 18 - Elena Volkova
After collecting the Broken Robot Cores, Rookie tells you to rendezvous with Elena Volkova. Talk to Elena Volkova (ba_maison 303/140) who came in place of Eliumina. Eisen Werner unluckily teleports in and gets apprehended by Elena. Eisen willingly follows in hopes of reuniting with his colleagues. Rewarded with 10 Barmeal Tickets and 257,834 Base EXP.
Part 5: Operation Pest Control
Step 19 - Servant's Quarters
Head to the Servant's Quarters (ba_maison 101/321) where Eliumina is held. Speak to the Rebellion (ba_in01 35/142) at the entrance. Talk to Elena Volkova (ba_in01 20/145). Eisen, not recognizing Eliumina as a legitimate Illusion member, reveals that true members of Illusion have a chip implanted to detect fellow members.
Step 20 - Build the Tracker
As revenge, Eliumina (ba_maison 15/146) plans to use Eisen's Chip to create a tracker and needs 10 Fluorescent Liquid, 10 Broken Sword and some Modules. Rookie asks you to procure the materials while he obtains the modules. Return to Eliumina with the components to build the tracker. You receive the Eliumina Radar. Elena Volkova asks you to go with Est to track down the Illusion Members. Rewarded with 10 Barmeal Tickets and 515,668 Base EXP.
Step 21 - Garden at Dusk Instance
Head to the Dining Room (same building) and talk to Est (ba_in01 51/157) who suggests beginning the operation at night. Talk to him again to begin the Garden at Dusk Instance. You must be in a party by yourself.
Tip: If you are struggling to defeat Sweetie (5M HP), you can invite a buddy to help. However, your companion must also be doing this part of the episode quest. Est will not take your companion if they have already completed this part.
Part 6: Garden at Dusk Instance
Step 22 - Follow the Road
Talk to Est and follow the road heading south-east. Defeat all Heart Hunter Scouts and then talk to Est.
Step 23 - Tracker Active
With the Tracker active, follow the marker which leads you to a group of Heart Hunter Scouts (1@bamn 211/282). Kill all Heart Hunter Scouts.
Step 24 - Escort Almond
Est asks to escort Almond as she goes to repair some repeaters. Interact with Almond to start the Escort and when she asks to see the tracker. Defeat the Heart Hunters that ambush you along the way.
Bug Warning: Sometimes Almond can get bugged and stop walking. This will brick your run. Simply relog and restart the instance.
Step 25 - Intruder
Interact with the Intruder who will then call for two Elite Bellare as he escapes. Interact with Almond after defeating the Elites to repair the tampered repeater. Follow Almond.
Step 26 - Chase the Intruder
When the Heart Hunters run away, talk to the Intruder left behind (1@bamn 333/141). Return to Almond to the north. Est (1@bamn 257/84) asks you to go after the intruder. Proceed to head west and talk to the Rebellion across the bridge.
Step 27 - Airship Depot
Head to the Airship Depot (1@bamn 33/221) at the 9 o'clock direction.
Garden at Dusk Airship Depot location
Step 28 - Defeat Sweetie
Get near Straggler who will then attack you. Defeat Sweetie (5M HP) and after talking to Est, enter the exit portal.
Warning: If in a party, members must be alive when defeating Sweetie. Members hit with Crimson Marker status will be targeted by God's Hammer. Members who fail to get the kill count cannot progress and must redo the instance. Members who completed the instance cannot re-enter.
Step 29 - After the Instance
Return to the Servant's Quarters (ba_maison 101/321) and talk to Est. Then return to the Airship Depot (ba_maison 33/222) and talk to Smart Elly (ba_in01 27/266). Rewarded with 15 Barmeal Tickets and 773,502 Base EXP. Talk to Sweetie side quest unlocked.
Part 7: A Guest from the Capital
Step 30 - Crux
Leave the Depot and talk to Crux. Depart and he will teleport you to Prontera Castle. Choosing to Depart Later will have Crux wait for you at (ba_in01 48/146).
Crux outside the Airship Depot
Step 31 - Coronation
The scene unfolds as Nihil is crowned as the new King of Rune Midgard. If you like to save screenshots, the upcoming story may have some interesting ones of behind-the-scenes locations.
Step 32 - King Nihil M. Heine
Head to the office (prt_cas 320/267) to speak with King Nihil M. Heine. After talking to King Nihil, you may choose to wander around all the corridors and rooms in this private area that you might not ever get to see again. This concludes the main quest of Episode 17.2. The story continues in Episode 18: Direction of Prayer in Varmundt Mansion (ba_in01 26/266).
Main Quest Total Rewards
100+ Barmeal Tickets. Millions of Base EXP across all steps. Access to: Garden at Dusk instance, Securing Spare Parts daily quest, numerous side quests and daily instances. Leads into Episode 18: Direction of Prayer.
Side Quest: Be Quiet in the Library
Step 1 - Tamarin
Talk to Tamarin (ba_maison 71/145) to start the conversation. Dew, realizing he smells bad from falling into the sewer, jumps into a nearby fountain (ba_maison 83/111). Mansion Manager Beta shows up to warn them about violations. Everyone except Dew heads to the library.
Step 2 - Library Entrance
Head inside the Library (ba_maison 197/103). Surprised by fire, Magie extinguishes the flames. The Library Manager relights the fire, explaining the Master set this up to keep visitors away from dangerous monsters inside. After the Manager leaves, the team puts out the fire and enters the main Library.
Step 3 - Register Visitors
Register with the Library Manager Beta (ba_lib 157/18). Dew asks you to tell those who went ahead to come back to register: Mark (ba_lib 84/84), Tamarin (ba_lib 97/207), Maggie (ba_lib 112/265), Oliver (ba_lib 198/234), Alph (ba_lib 292/234). Return to the Library Manager. Rewarded with 5 Barmeal Tickets and 515,668 Base EXP. Library Daily Quests and Ultimate Scrap Metal Collecting Daily Quests unlocked.
Side Quest: Farm Guide
Step 1 - Ruinan
Talk to Ruinan (ba_maison 311/206) and listen to her instructions on how to harvest the Pitaya Tails. She tells you a guide robot is only required to accompany you when harvesting since it is a difficult task. Harvesting work is urgent, as well as feeding Boss Meow. After listening to the guide and precautions, you are allowed to enter the farm. Playing with Pitayas Daily Quest and Farm Forgotten in Time Daily Instance unlocked.
Side Quest: Talk to Sweetie
Step 1 - Almond & Sweetie
Talk to Almond (ba_in01 28/255) in the Airship Depot. Talk to Sweetie. Hey, Sweetie! Daily Instance and Collecting Cores Daily Quest unlocked.
Side Quest: Flower Garden Access Permission
Step 1 - Entry Manager
Move to (ba_maison 119/319) and a Flower Garden Entry Manager will show up. Choose to self-verify and enter the instance. Interact with the nearby hologram and touch the screen. If the pattern fails, keep retrying.
Step 2 - Temporary Admin
Due to your time traveling adventures, the manager detects the mana signature of their master on you. After explaining the possible reason, the manager assigns you as the temporary admin and requests a name designation. The manager requests your assessment of the various areas of the garden.
Step 3 - Sigma & Barmund
You will need to kill a few Aliots. Talk to the manager and select every option. Eventually she leads you to Sigma, who appears in the guise of Barmund/Varmundt. Keep following Sigma who asks you to tell the other two Red Peppers (Kappa and Lambda) that Barmund is still alive to stop them from attempting to shut the laboratory down. After asking several questions through every option, Lambda is revealed to be listening in and is approaching the research area. Rewarded with 20 Barmeal Tickets and 1,547,004 Base EXP. Talk to Sigma who evacuates you outside. Restricted Zone 1 and Restricted Zone 2 Access Permission Daily Instances unlocked.
Side Quest: Tartaros Storage 2
Step 1 - Tweet
Talk to Tweet (ba_2whs01 151/51). Defeat 5 Broken Omega Cleaner. Rewarded with 3 Barmeal Tickets.
Step 2 - Basement Noise
Go to (ba_2whs01 275/290) to check the source of the noise in the basement. Report to Tweet and get the key to open the doors to the stairs. Rewarded with 3 Barmeal Tickets.
Step 3 - Emergency Keys
Tweet tells you to find three emergency keys hidden around the area. First key: the Globe at (ba_2whs01 110/218). Second key: the Cold Storage (ba_2whs01 15/282). Last key: a vent at (ba_2whs01 221/257). Return to the stairway door (ba_2whs01 275/290) and make your way down to the basement.
Step 4 - Build a Body
Go to the source of the noise (ba_2whs02 36/311). Talk to the Head identified as T2WH-0448. It asks you to help build a body. Collect Robot Parts at (ba_2whs02 32/50), (ba_2whs02 129/81) and (ba_2whs02 240/124). More than one attempt to collect the part may be needed at each location. Return to the Head with the parts. Rewarded with 3 Barmeal Tickets. Report to Tweet. Rewarded with 6 Barmeal Tickets and 1,578,025 Base EXP. Cleaning the Storage Daily Quest unlocked.
Side Quest: Floating Garden
Step 1 - Eliumina is Ill
Talk to Renshiz (ba_pw02 41/267) who considers Eliumina as an intruder. Eliumina, saved by Rookie after falling into the sewage, starts feeling ill. Talk to Need (ba_maison 170/270) who directs you to the Floating Garden to procure an ingredient for the cure.
Step 2 - Enter the Garden
Talk to Sayhue (ba_maison 239/47) for permission to enter the garden to get Silva Papila Leaves. Sayhue agrees in exchange for doing tasks that have stalled due to the intruders. After entering the instance, enter the portal to the right and speak to the Gardener.
Step 3 - Blue Papilas
After entering battle, stay clear from the Lilypads and kill all the blue Papilas. Enter the portal appearing to the right and talk to the Gardener. Papilas will spawn on any of the squares and will cast Earth Strain in a cross pattern.
Step 4 - Flower Maze
Continue until you reach the flower maze. Defeat the two Papilas found on the Upper and Lower part of the Maze and then enter the Portal at the upper left. Talk to the Gardener who will lure the Silva Papila.
Warning: During the fight, you will lose 50% of your health and be teleported a short distance away. A Poison Field will spawn a few seconds on the spot you landed on.
Step 5 - Antidote
Talk to the Gardener to exit the Instance. Give the Silva Papila to Sayhue to produce an antidote. Floating Garden Daily Quests and Floating Garden Instance unlocked. Give Eliumina the antidote. Rewarded with 20 Barmeal Tickets and 1,547,004 Base EXP.
Side Quest: Searching the Bathhouse
Step 1 - Rubber
Talk to Rubber (ba_in01 382/39). Once inside, look for Rubber (ba_bath 165/44). Head to the boiler room and talk to Boiler (ba_bath 286/67). Rewarded with 7 Barmeal Tickets and 103,133 Base EXP.
Step 2 - Fake Rookie
You encounter Rookie (ba_bath 270/93) who asks you to go to the lake. Return to Rubber (ba_bath 165/44). Rookie tells you that was not him and asks you to go with him to the lounge.
Step 3 - Set Traps
Talk to Rookie (ba_bath 204/58) at the lounge. He hands you Freezing Traps to set at the corners of the bathhouse. Rewarded with 7 Barmeal Tickets and 154,700 Base EXP. Head to the following locations to set traps: (ba_bath 53/55), (ba_bath 305/121), (ba_bath 22/276), (ba_bath 154/305).
Step 4 - Princess the Mermaid
Go to (ba_bath 286/297) where an Abnormal Creature will appear. The creature transforms into quiet Goni, but easily gets caught after making the mistake of talking. The creature reveals itself to be a mermaid named Princess. After explaining her circumstances and settling an agreement, the situation is resolved. Rewarded with 16 Barmeal Tickets and 257,834 Base EXP. Between Hot and Cold Bath Daily Quest and Bathhouse is Under Cleaning Daily Quest unlocked.
Side Quest: Cleaner Robot Omega
Step 1 - Offer to Help
In the building leading to the Sewage Treatment Plant, talk to Cleaner Robot Omega (ba_in01 22/326). Wait a bit and then offer to help. Sewage Treatment Plant Cleanup Daily Quest and Magic Power Plant 1 Cleanup Daily Quest unlocked.
All Daily Quests Unlocked
Securing Spare Parts, Library Daily Quests, Ultimate Scrap Metal Collecting, Playing with Pitayas, Farm Forgotten in Time, Hey Sweetie!, Collecting Cores, Restricted Zone 1 & 2, Cleaning the Storage, Floating Garden, Between Hot and Cold Bath, Bathhouse is Under Cleaning, Sewage Treatment Plant Cleanup, Magic Power Plant 1 Cleanup, Magic Power Plant 2 Manager Eorpa.