New to Aion? This guide breaks down the standard side quests in Altgard, helping you level up and understand the game with friendly advice.
Hey there, new Daeva! So you've landed in Altgard and are wondering what all those little exclamation marks mean? Those are quests, and they're your bread and butter for leveling up and getting to know the world of Aion. Think of them as your first real missions after leaving Ishalgen.
This section is all about the 'standard' quests you'll find around Altgard Fortress and the surrounding areas. These are your typical 'go fetch X items' or 'defeat Y monsters' type of quests, perfect for getting your bearings. You'll see them marked with a standard quest icon, usually a yellow tango icon.
Let's break down what you'll find:
## Altgard Fortress
This is likely where you'll spend a good chunk of your early time. Here are some of the quests you can pick up:
| Quest | Level | Given by | Preceded by | Followed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| <Conversing With a Skurv> | 10 (10) | <Emgata> | | [](https://aion.fandom.com/wiki/Standard_quest)<Mau in Ten Minutes a Day> |
| <Mau in Ten Minutes a Day> | 10 (10) | <Itu> | [![Tango quest icon]()](https://aion.fandom.com/wiki/Standard_quest)<Conversing With a Skurv> | [![Tango quest icon]()](https://aion.fandom.com/wiki/Standard_quest) |
| <Encroachers> | 10 (10) | <Meiyer> | | |
| <Ice Lake Crystals> | 10 (10) | <Nemnef> | | |
| <The Lobnite Problem> | 10 (10) | <Morn> | | |
| <Skinking About> | 10 (10) | <Tulberg> | | |
| <The Scribbler> | 10 (10) | <Thrud> | | |
| <Arekedil's Heritage> | 10 (10) | <Arekendil> | | |
| <Sparkie Sap Polish> | 10 (10) | <Nirmirn> | | |
| <The Way to His Heart> | 10 (10) | <Venoa> | | |
| <Fungus Among Us> | 10 (10) | <Valurion> | | |
| <The Crasaur Threat> | 10 (10) | | | |
Don't worry if some quests seem to chain together, like leading to . That's totally normal and how you'll progress through the story and earn more experience. Just keep an eye on the quest log (press 'L' by default) to see what you need to do next.
As you explore further, you'll find more quest givers in areas like Altgard Ice Lake, Altgard East Gate, and all the way out to places like MuMu Farmland. Each area has its own set of challenges and characters to meet. Pay attention to the level recommendations – you don't want to wander into an area way above your level too early!
Remember, these standard quests are your foundation. Completing them will give you a solid understanding of combat, movement, and the world around you. Happy questing!
