Follow this guide to complete the 'A Volatile Education' side quest in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker. Learn where to find NPCs and what to do to get your rewards.
Alright, let's get this side quest, 'A Volatile Education,' done! It's a Level 80 quest in Old Sharlayan. You'll be dealing with some experimental explosives, so pay attention!
Walkthrough
- 1First things first, you need to find Passemerrant. He's hanging out in Old Sharlayan at coordinates X: 5.0, Y: 7.7. The closest Aetheryte to him is The Studium. Chat him up to get started.
- 2After your chat with Passemerrant, you'll need to find a 'Stocky Student.' He's located nearby at X: 7.4, Y: 7.6. Head over there and strike up a conversation.
- 3Once you've spoken with the student, look for an 'Experimental Apparatus.' Interact with it and use the 'Handheld Explosives' on the device. Don't worry, it's all part of the plan! After that, chat with the student again.
- 4Your final task is to head back to Passemerrant. He's still at The Studium, so make your way back to him to complete the quest.
Tips
- Keep an eye on your map for the objective markers; they'll guide you directly to the NPCs and the apparatus.
- The quest is pretty straightforward, so just follow the objective markers and you'll be done in no time.
Upon completion, you'll receive 168,300 - 190,575 EXP, 815 Gil, and a Pewter Ring Coffer (Item Level 525).
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