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Talk:Drowning Out the Voices

2026-05-28T11:16:34Z

DreamRabbit: /* Order of this and the next 2 quests */ Reply

== Order of this and the next 2 quests ==

Hi, as I noticed, my changes were reverted. The message referred to the information on GT.

I’m currently replaying the story and noticed that the order of the quests is incorrect—both here and on GT. Since I can’t correct the data on GT, I wanted to at least correct it here. The quests aren’t parallel; that is, they can only be completed in the order I’ve noted.

* MSQ-150 [[Drowning Out the Voices]]
* MSQ-151 [[Acting the Part]]
* MSQ-152 [[Dressed for Conquest]]

I am therefore not referring to external sources, but to the order of the quests directly within the game. The source is my local OBS video recording.<br>
The order on the [[Main Scenario Quests#Levels_41-50]] page is correct. [[User:DreamRabbit|DreamRabbit]] ([[User talk:DreamRabbit|talk]]) 23:08, 27 May 2026 (UTC)

:Hi, thanks for the clarification. As seen in [https://youtu.be/aKEUo7zMIgk?si=du_4uoeCJ-w9UJcW&t=6856 this stream] and others, two new MSQ quests appear on the minimap upon completing {{i|Getting Even with Garlemald}}, even though the MSQ suggestion on the top left of the screen only shows one quest. Have you checked to see that you can only accept and complete Drowning Out the Voices only, and not the other? [[User:Dr Agon|Dr Agon]] ([[User talk:Dr Agon|talk]]) 23:39, 27 May 2026 (UTC)
::I just took another look at my recordings, and there are indeed two parallel MSQ quests visible on the minimap. Sorry, my mistake.
::After completing the 149th quest, I was standing right in front of the same NPC, where one of the two quests appears. That’s why I didn’t look at the minimap. [[User:DreamRabbit|DreamRabbit]] ([[User talk:DreamRabbit|talk]]) 11:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC)

Talk:Drowning Out the Voices

2026-05-27T23:08:46Z

DreamRabbit: /* Order of this and the next 2 quests */ new section

Dressed for Conquest

2026-05-27T21:37:10Z

DreamRabbit: The order of the quests has been corrected. Source: Replaying the story with a different character.

{{Quest infobox
| name = Dressed for Conquest
| description = [[Sark Malark]] wishes to help you acquire the disguises you need for your rescue mission.
| quest-giver = Sark Malark
| related-npcs = Eginolf
| location = Mor Dhona
| location-x = 22.5
| location-y = 7.5
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre =
| sortkey = 237
| level = 46
| req-items = 3 Damaged Imperial Helm, 3 Damaged Imperial Uniform, 3 Repaired Imperial Helm, 3 Repaired Imperial Uniform
| exp = 25300
| gil = 0
| reward1 = 1 Mended Imperial Pot Helm
| reward2 = 1 Mended Imperial Short Robe
| prev-quest = Acting the Part
| next-quest = Fool Me Twice (Quest)
| patch = 2.0
| release = A Realm Reborn
| id-edb = f9481673138
| id-gt = 69407
| msq-index = 152
}}

==Steps==
*Obtain [[Damaged Imperial Uniform|uniforms]] from imperial soldiers. 0/3
*Obtain [[Damaged Imperial Helm|helms]] from imperial soldiers. 0/3
*Present the imperial equipment to [[Sark Malark]].
*Deliver the imperial equipment to [[Eginolf]] for repair.
*Present the repaired equipment to Sark Malark.

==Journal==
* [[Sark Malark]] wishes to help you acquire the disguises you need for your rescue mission.

* Expressing his desire to aid in your plight, Sark Malark bids you obtain three [[Damaged Imperial Uniform|imperial uniforms]] and three [[Damaged Imperial Helm|imperial helms]]. The former are worn by [[5th Cohort Signifer|5th Cohort signiferi]], [[5th Cohort Secutor|secutores]], and [[5th Cohort Eques|equites]]; the latter by [[5th Cohort Hoplomachus|5th Cohort hoplomachi]] and [[5th Cohort Laquearius|laquearii]].

* You have succeeded in wresting imperial helms and uniforms from their owners, but the items did not survive your fury unscathed. Return to [[Revenant's Toll]] and present the damaged equipment to Sark Malark.

* The helms and uniforms you retrieved are in dire need of repair before they can pass muster. Fortunately, the [[blacksmith]] [[Eginolf]] at [[the Diamond Forge]] should be able to assist you in the matter. Bring the equipment to him, that he might hammer them into better shape.

* Both [[Repaired Imperial Uniform|the uniforms]] and [[Repaired Imperial Helm|the helms]] are now in good repair─at least outwardly. Return to Revenant's Toll and present them for Sark Malark's inspection.

* Sark Malark has given your [[Mended Imperial Short Robe|imperial uniforms]] and [[Mended Imperial Pot Helm|helms]] his seal of approval. All that remains of your preparation is to obtain a [[Magitek Armor|suit of magitek armor]].

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Sark Malark:''' You are called [Forename] [Surname], yes? I have heard of your plight from my friend Glaumunt. As a fellow adventurer and son of Eorzea both, I would offer you my assistance.
'''Sark Malark:''' In order to infiltrate Castrum Centri, you and your comrades must disguise yourselves as imperial soldiers. The question is how to go about acquiring the uniforms and helms.
'''Sark Malark:''' There are places a man might purchase them, but individuals who deal in such wares are not the sort to whom you would entrust your secrets.
'''Sark Malark:''' It would be more prudent, I believe, to procure what you need via ''traditional'' means─from the bodies of their recently deceased owners.
'''Sark Malark:''' The fortified area before Castrum Centri never lacks for imperial patrols. It ought not take long to obtain three sets of gear, one for each member of the infiltration team─Biggs, Wedge, and yourself.
'''Sark Malark:''' When you have what you need, please return here and allow me to inspect the spoils.
-quest accepted

===Presenting the imperial equipment to Sark Malark===
'''Sark Malark:''' Were you able to obtain three sets of imperial equipment?
''The player hands over the 3 {{i|Damaged Imperial Uniforms|alt=Damaged Imperial Uniform}} and 3 {{i|Damaged Imperial Helm|alt=Damaged Imperial Helms}}.''
'''Sark Malark:''' ...Damaged, as I had suspected. In their present condition, I fear these uniforms and helms are like to draw suspicion.
'''Sark Malark:''' They must be repaired, if only superficially.
'''Sark Malark:''' Fortunately, the blacksmith Eginolf at the Diamond Forge in Rowena's House of Splendors should be able to hammer them into shape in no time.
'''Sark Malark:''' I've already sent word ahead, and have been assured that he is expecting you. Worry not─we have already impressed upon him the need for utmost secrecy as to the nature of your mission.

===Delivering the imperial equipment to Eginolf (Cutscene)===
'''Eginolf:''' Hm? So yer the 'venturer Sark Malark sent, are ye? I've been waitin' for ye. Now let's see what ye got for me.
''The player hands over the 3 {{i|Damaged Imperial Uniforms|alt=Damaged Imperial Uniform}} and 3 {{i|Damaged Imperial Helm|alt=Damaged Imperial Helms}}.''
'''Eginolf:''' ...I see. Ah, yes─I reckon I can hammer these back into shape for ye.
'''Eginolf:''' After all, I owe yer friend Sark Malark a favor or two. Took good care of ol' Eginolf back in the days before I fell in with old Rowena, he did.
'''Eginolf:''' Did ye know he's the son of one o' the wealthiest families in the sultanate? Wouldn't expect someone like that to end up in the life he did, but I s'pose he always felt the 'venturer's life callin' him.
'''Eginolf:''' ...But here I go blabberin' on when there's work to be done. Just hold yer horsebirds for a moment or two and the great Eginolf will have yer gear lookin' good as new.

'''Eginolf:''' ...And there we have it. Won't do ye much good in battle, mind ye, but from what I hear, that's not yer priority anyhow.
'''Eginolf:''' Do send Sark Malark my regards, will ye?

===Presenting the repaired equipment to Sark Malark===
'''Sark Malark:''' Have you had the uniforms and helms repaired?
''The player hands over the 3 {{i|Repaired Imperial Uniforms|alt=Repaired Imperial Uniform}} and 3 {{i|Repaired Imperial Helm|alt=Repaired Imperial Helms}}.''
'''Sark Malark:''' Yes, these will serve beautifully. The great Eginolf never fails to impress. The quality of these repairs would fool even a legatus.
'''Sark Malark:''' Thus equipped, you should not have any trouble blending in amongst imperial forces.
'''Sark Malark:''' Lest you fear that the Garleans might detect your “foreignness,” foreigners in fact form the greater part of the Garlean invasion force in Eorzea.
'''Sark Malark:''' You see, when the Empire subjugates new territory, it assimilates the people of that land into its armed forces. In turn, these conscripted forces are sent to subjugate faraway lands. In this way, Garlemald nips rebellion in the bud and expands its territory in one fell stroke.
'''Sark Malark:''' With that, my part in your mission is done. I am full glad to have been of assistance to your cause.
'''Sark Malark:''' ...Hm? Why would I, a wealthy merchant, wish to help you? I know not where you heard such a tale, but believe me when I say that I am but another humble adventurer, one who desires only to act in the best interests of the realm.

-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=Q1P9CAl9y1w}}

Acting the Part

2026-05-27T21:37:04Z

DreamRabbit: The order of the quests has been corrected. Source: Replaying the story with a different character.

{{Quest infobox
| name = Acting the Part
| description = [[Glaumunt]] wants you to practice the part of imperial trooper.
| image =
| quest-giver = Glaumunt
| related-npcs = Imperial Soldier (NPC)
| location = Mor Dhona
| location-x = 22.5
| location-y = 7.5
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre =
| sortkey = 236
| level = 46
| req-items =
| exp = 25300
| gil = 0
| unlocks = em Imperial Salute
| prev-quest = Drowning Out the Voices
| next-quest = Dressed for Conquest
| patch = 2.0
| release = A Realm Reborn
| id-edb = 370cac969f1
| id-gt = 66538
| msq-index = 151
}}

==Steps==
*Lie in wait at the specified location.
*Report to [[Glaumunt]].

==Journal==
* [[Glaumunt]] wants you to practice the part of imperial trooper.

* Your disguise can only ever be as good as your acting. To this end, Glaumunt bids you learn how to perform an [[Imperial Salute|imperial salute]]. Take yourself close to [[Castrum Centri]], and observe the imperial soldiers on patrol.

* You have committed the imperial salute to your memory. Report your success to Glaumunt at [[Revenant's Toll]].

* At Glaumunt's urging, you refrain from demonstrating the imperial salute to him. It would not do to sustain a cracked skull ahead of the rescue mission.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Glaumunt:''' Clean the wax out o' your ears now, 'cause there's somethin' I want you to do by way o' preparation.
'''Glaumunt:''' The plan's to have you enter Castrum Centri all decked out in imperial duds, but a disguise is more'n just the clothes you're wearin'. You also gotta act the part.
Glaumunt: At the very least, you need to know how to perform a convincin' imperial salute. First impressions're ''everythin', '' as they say.
'''Glaumunt:''' I ''could'' teach you the salute myself, o' course, but it's best you learned it from the experts. So get yourself near as you dare to Castrum Centri, an' watch the imperials doin' what they do.
-quest accepted

===Lying in wait at the specified location===
-cutscene start
'''Imperial Sentry:''' Nothing to report, sir!

'''Imperial Decurion:''' We have received an anonymous warning that insurgent forces are near.
'''Imperial Decurion:''' We must redouble our vigilance. I shall recommend that patrols be increased.
-cutscene end

===Reporting to Galumunt===
'''Glaumunt:''' So, did you manage to learn the imperial salute?
'''Glaumunt:''' No, no, no, best you don't demonstrate─I'm liable to fly into a rage an' crack skulls. I'll just take your word for it.

'''System:''' You have learned the emote Imperial Salute!

-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=0_ZOYyq6OUY}}

Drowning Out the Voices

2026-05-27T21:36:54Z

DreamRabbit: The order of the quests has been corrected. Source: Replaying the story with a different character.

{{Quest infobox
| description = [[Cid]] requires your assistance for his rescue preparation.
| quest-giver = Cid
| location = Mor Dhona
| location-x = 22.0
| location-y = 7.7
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Seventh Umbral Era Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre =
| sortkey = 235
| level = 46
| req-items = 1 Electromagnetic Reader
| exp = 25300
| gil = 353
| prev-quest = Getting Even with Garlemald
| next-quest = Acting the Part
| patch = 2.0
| release = A Realm Reborn
| id-edb = 6bbdfac488f
| id-gt = 66537
| msq-index = 150
}}

==Steps==
*Use the [[Electromagnetic Reader|electromagnetic reader]] at prime locations.
*Report to [[Cid]].

==Journal==
* [[Cid]] requires your assistance for his rescue preparation.

* In order to hinder communication among imperial forces, Cid declares his intent to put together a makeshift jamming device. To this end, he lends you his [[Electromagnetic Reader|electromagnetic reader]], which he bids you use at the hill-sized cluster of corrupted crystals to the west of [[Revenant's Toll]].

* You have taken sufficient readings. Return to Revenant's Toll and report to Cid.

* Cid is satisfied that the crystals will suit his needs, though he expresses his reluctance to harness their power.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Cid:''' While Glaumunt goes about devising his plan, we need to see to some preparation of our own.
'''Cid:''' It wouldn't do if the imperials were to discover that they're short an armor.
'''Cid:''' To prevent this from happening, I'm going to put together a makeshift communications-jamming device. The explanation is like to get a bit technical, so bear with me.
'''Cid:''' Imperial forces communicate at a distance via electromagnetic waves. Simply put, voices are borne upon aetheric lightning energy that permeates the air.
'''Cid:''' Now, the hill-sized cluster of corrupted crystals to the west has been observed to amplify the selfsame energy. By making use of this property, we should be able to drown out imperial voices.
'''Cid:''' To ensure that we have enough amplification, we must identify the most potent crystals among the cluster. For this, I need you to go there and use this device to take readings. I'll mark the likely places on your map.
'''Cid:''' Oh, and just so you know, plasmoids are drawn to lightning energy. Don't be surprised if you run into a few.
-quest accepted

===Use the electromagnetic reader at prime locations===
System: The air nearby bursts into sparks!

===Reporting to Cid===
'''Cid:''' You have the readings? Excellent. Here, let me see the numbers.
''The player hands over the {{i|Electromagnetic Reader}}.''
'''Cid:''' ...Yes, four of these crystals should suit our purpose, though I pray that we won't have need of their power. My thanks, [Forename].
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=0JL_5pKe-kc}}

Sage Council

2023-10-08T00:11:51Z

DreamRabbit: Added screenshot with location of NPCs.

{{Quest infobox
| title = Sage Council
| image = Sage Council.png
| description = [[Urianger]] appears to be tallying the [[Loporrits]] in preparation for an imminent departure.
| quest-giver = Urianger
| location = Labyrinthos
| location-x = 28.9
| location-y = 27.4
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Endwalker Main Scenario Quests
| level = 88
| exp = 501600
| gil = 1244
| reward1 = 1 Chondrite Foot Gear Coffer (IL 545)
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Agriculture Shock
| next-quest = Hither and Yarns
| release = Endwalker
| patch = 6.0
| id-edb = c8d74be7d6d
}}
__NOTOC__
==Steps==
* Speak with [[Growingway]].
* Speak with the [[Troubled Researcher|troubled researcher]].
* Seek out troubled souls in [[Sharlayan Hamlet]]. 0/8
* Speak with [[Urianger]].
* Wait at the destination.
* Speak with [[Urianger]].

==Walkthrough==
[[File:Sage Council - NPCs.png|200px|thumb|Sage Council - NPCs]]
''NOTE: There are quest NPCs that are optional and will not progress objectives. Below are the locations of the NPC that will progress the story.''

* Anxious Engineer: (21.1, 20.4, 1.9)
* Hyperventilating Engineer: (21.5, 18.9, 1.9)
* Harried Aetherologist: (22.2, 20.0, 2.0)
* Grimacing Naturalist: (22.4, 20.5, 1.9)
* Ponderous Mathematician: (22.6, 20.9, 1.9)
* Skeptical Researcher: (21.0, 22.2, 1.9)
* Distracted Researcher: (20.7, 18.0, 1.9)
* Despondent Engineer: (21.0, 21.6, 1.9)

==Journal==
*Urianger appears to be tallying the Loporrits in preparation for an imminent departure.

*With all Loporrits present and accounted for, Urianger insists that the group return to Sharlayan Hamlet, so as to be ready when the time comes to take flight. Seeing the wisdom in this, they reluctantly agree, despite their niggling curiosity about every aspect of Etheirys.

*An overwhelmed Growingway is distressed by how the Loporrits' efforts to create a hospitable environment pale in comparison to your star's natural beauty. As he bemoans his failure to complete his life's duty, Thancred arrives and mentions that Labyrinthos's people are feeling none too confident about their own work. Recognizing an opportunity to address both issues, Urianger suggests that Growingway offer counsel to one such researcher based on his expertise in constructing lunar environments─and the Loporrit hesitantly says that he will try.

*The troubled researcher doubts whether his design for the ship's gravitational systems is good enough to keep its contents and passengers anchored throughout the exodus. Happily, Growingway has a number of insights to offer on this matter, and the pair are soon engaged in deep conversation. With one success now assured, Urianger asks that you seek out additional distressed souls who might benefit from the Loporrits' counsel.

*You speak with a number of Sharlayan Hamlet's residents, who show varying degrees of distress over the impending crisis. Those who stand to find reassurance in the Loporrits' experience are sent to Urianger, to be paired with appropriate members of the delegation.

*Urianger is pleased by the number of people who have turned up to receive counsel, and asks that you wait and see how the Loporrits get on. Your presence is sure to encourage them.

*Thanks to Urianger's skill in pairing the right Loporrit with the right person, many are soon joyfully engaged in conversation with Sharlayans. To his surprise, however, the next to arrive seeking assistance are Wilfsunn and Bloewyda─father and mother to none other than the dearly departed Moenbryda. Overcome by emotion, Urianger has naught but stammered apologies to offer them at first, though it soon transpires that they do not blame him in the least for their daughter's death, and have in fact been worrying over him much as they would their own child since they fell out of touch. At last, Urianger tearfully accepts Bloewyda's embrace, and affirms that he can feel Moenbryda's spirit with him, even now.

*Urianger insists that he is fine, and in fact feels grateful to have met Wilfsunn and Bloewyda again now that he has come into his own alongside his fellow Scions. Moenbryda would surely smile to see the man he has become.

File:Sage Council - NPCs.png

2023-10-07T23:59:29Z

DreamRabbit: Forgot licensing part

== Summary ==
Location of NPCs for the quest Sage Council.
== Licensing ==
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File:Sage Council - NPCs.png

2023-10-07T23:54:37Z

DreamRabbit: Location of NPCs for the quest Sage Council.

== Summary ==
Location of NPCs for the quest Sage Council.