Follow the NPC Order
This quest uses several character flags and inventory checks to decide which dialogue is available. Complete each conversation in order and do not discard its temporary quest items.
Helheim Quest Guide
Sunshore & the SunCrystal
Investigate the SunSsssnake poison, help the DesertExplorer seek an antidote, and survive the consequences to claim a SunCrystal.
Quest Overview
Sunshore is Helheim’s main city for characters at level 100 and above. Among its progression quests is the DesertExplorer’s investigation into the snakes that have overrun the city.
| Quest Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Starting NPC | DesertExplorer in Sunshore |
| Supporting NPC | LuTen, located elsewhere within Sunshore |
| Initial Target | SunSsssnake |
| Initial Requirement | 5 VialOfPoison |
| Final Encounter | Poisoned DesertExplorer |
| Final Reward | SunCrystal |
What Is the SunCrystal?
The SunCrystal is an important progression item primarily used as payment for entering the Dunes. The DesertExplorer also hints that the crystal may have other uses waiting to be discovered.
Keep the SunCrystal safe after completing the quest. Do not discard or spend it until you are certain which Dunes or progression activity you want to enter.
Important NPCs & Items
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| DesertExplorer | Begins the quest, requests the poison samples, attempts to create the antidote, and becomes the final enemy. |
| LuTen | Explains how dangerous the poison is, provides a written warning, and later confirms what must be done after the accident. |
| SunSsssnake | Sunshore monster hunted for VialOfPoison. |
| VialOfPoison | Quest material dropped by SunSsssnakes. Five are required and consumed together. |
| LuTen’s Note | Quest item that must be carried back to the DesertExplorer. It is consumed when handed over. |
| SunCrystal | Final reward obtained by defeating the transformed DesertExplorer. |
Complete Walkthrough
- Find the DesertExplorer in Sunshore.
- Select “Sure, tell me what to do.”
- Listen to his explanation about the snakes and accept the task to collect poison for an antidote.
- Hunt SunSsssnakes throughout Sunshore until you possess 5 VialOfPoison.
- Return to the DesertExplorer while all five vials are in your inventory.
- Select “I will go right away.” The DesertExplorer consumes the five vials and asks you to find LuTen.
- Explore Sunshore and locate LuTen.
- Explain that the DesertExplorer intends to create an antidote from the snake poison.
- LuTen warns that mishandling the poison could produce a fate worse than death.
- Continue the dialogue and receive LuTen’s Note.
- Carry the Note back to the DesertExplorer.
- Select the option to hand over the Note and explain LuTen’s instructions. The Note is consumed.
- Continue speaking with the DesertExplorer while he attempts to create the antidote.
- During the conversation, the poison is spilled. Leave the area when instructed.
- Return to LuTen and explain what happened.
- LuTen confirms that the explorer is likely infected and tells you to return and defeat him after his transformation.
- Go back to the DesertExplorer and select “What is wrong with you?”
- You are transported to the encounter area.
- Defeat the poisoned DesertExplorer.
- Acquire the SunCrystal from the defeated explorer.
Quest-State Checklist
| Stage | What You Should Have or Do |
|---|---|
| Poison Collection | Quest active; collect exactly five required VialOfPoison before returning. |
| Find LuTen | The five Vials have been handed over; search the different areas of Sunshore. |
| Return the Warning | Carry LuTen’s Note back to the DesertExplorer. |
| Report the Spill | After the antidote accident, return to LuTen before confronting the explorer. |
| Final Fight | After LuTen authorizes the confrontation, return to the transformed DesertExplorer. |
Important Sequence Warning
- Do not return to the DesertExplorer with fewer than five VialOfPoison; the next stage will not activate.
- After handing over the Vials, speak with LuTen before attempting to continue with the DesertExplorer.
- Keep LuTen’s Note in your inventory until the DesertExplorer accepts it.
- After the poison is spilled, report to LuTen before returning for the final confrontation.
- If an NPC only repeats an instruction, check whether you have completed the previous dialogue and still carry the required item.
Common Problems
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| DesertExplorer says Vials are missing | Confirm that all five VialOfPoison are simultaneously inside your inventory. |
| LuTen only talks about the sunshine | The DesertExplorer has not yet consumed the five Vials and activated the LuTen stage. |
| DesertExplorer says the Note is missing | Return to LuTen, complete his warning dialogue, and make sure LuTen’s Note was added to your inventory. |
| LuTen says to take the Note back | You already received it; return directly to the DesertExplorer. |
| Final fight does not begin | Report the spilled poison to LuTen and complete his dialogue authorizing you to defeat the explorer. |
Preparing for the Final Encounter
- Repair your equipment before returning to the transformed DesertExplorer.
- Carry sufficient healing and mana supplies.
- Leave at least one inventory slot for the SunCrystal.
- Do not enter the encounter until the LuTen dialogue explicitly tells you to prepare for a fight.