Side Quests & Activities
Dragon Quest XI S offers various side quests and activities that reward players with items, experience, and trophies. These range from participating in tournaments to crafting items and completing specific challenges. Many activities contribute to overall game progression and unlock further content.
- Octagonia MMA Tournament: Unlocked in Act 1, sign up for the annual MMA tournament in Octagonia. Complete all rounds and associated side quests to trigger a reward ceremony cutscene and earn a trophy.
- Crafting Items: Crafting is essential for obtaining better gear. Recipes are found as red books on shelves or as quest rewards. Gather ingredients from stores, enemy drops, side quests, or blue sparkly ground items. Crafting contributes to the "Dedicated Follow of Fashion" trophy.
- Act 2 Story Progression:
- The Last Bastion: In Act 2, after a battle outside The Last Bastion, you'll be tasked to go to Heliodor. Defeat the boss there and return to The Last Bastion for a cutscene and a trophy.
- Angri-La: Following the events at The Last Bastion, head to Angri-La. You will be tasked with rescuing someone from Mount Ping. A battle and cutscenes on the summit will lead to a trophy.
- "A Cactus Cutlet to Die For" Side Quest: Look for green balls on the edges of the desert to trigger fights. Battle until you find a Golden Globe. This quest is found near a campsite.
- Proper Pepper Side Quest: After defeating an 'Ood and obtaining a Tough Guy Tattoo, Zoom to Costa Valor. Defeat a Coralossus along the coast for a Floral Coral. Return to Puerto Valor to turn in the Proper Pepper and Floral Coral. Turning in the Proper Pepper rewards an outfit for Eric.