The Phantom Oxcart Walkthrough

Start the Quest: Return to Vernworth after reaching Bakbattahl during the main quest "Nation of Lambent Flame." Near the western gate (West Vernworth Oxcart Station), overhear Guerrero complaining about an oxcart.

Prepare for the Quest: Consider changing your Vocation to a combat-focused one like Fighter, Warrior, or Thief to make the upcoming challenges easier.

First Encounter with Navil: Exit Vernworth via the eastern gate. You will encounter Navil and Mansenn. Apprehend Navil.

Decision with Navil: Navil will offer you a bribe of 5,000G to let him go, or you can escort him to prison. Either choice leads to the same quest outcome. Regardless of your choice, Navil will give you a Merchant’s Document.

Report to Captain Brant: Return to Captain Brant at The Stardrop Inn in Vernworth (he is only available at night). Give him the Merchant’s Document.

Impersonate a Pawn: Brant will suggest impersonating a pawn to board the phantom oxcart. To do this, strip your character of all weapons, armor, and accessories. Your lantern can remain equipped.

Board the Phantom Oxcart: Wait until night, then head out the eastern gate of Vernworth to the intersection across the bridge where you encountered Navil. The phantom oxcart will be waiting. Tell your pawns to "Wait." Walk (do not run) up to the oxcart and speak to Mansenn. Enter the back of the wagon and examine the door to depart.

Goblin Attack: After some travel, goblins will attack. At Mansenn's insistence, disembark and defeat them. Do not equip your armor or weapons, and do not use skills; punch the goblins and let your pawns handle the main combat.

Arrival at Checkpoint Rest Town: Continue riding until you reach the Checkpoint Rest Town. You will experience a scene where Battahli guards beat you. Do not resist; continue playing the role of a passive pawn.

Cross the Border and Fight Guards: After crossing the border into Battahli territory, you will need to fight Battahli guards. Re-equip your gear and fight them. Your pawns may be less effective due to a device that enforces passivity. Defeat all the guards.

Obtain Labor Requisition Orders: The last guard you defeat will drop Labor Requisition Orders, which you will claim automatically.

Return to Captain Brant: Return to Captain Brant in Vernworth to report your findings and complete the quest.