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Starfield

All That Money Can Buy

Complete the Starfield main quest 'All That Money Can Buy' with this guide. Navigate Neon, master corporate espionage, and achieve a profitable outcome.

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All That Money Can Buy

Welcome, intrepid explorer, to the "All That Money Can Buy" guide! This main quest will have you traversing the bustling streets of Neon and navigating the complexities of corporate espionage. Prepare for a mix of investigation, persuasion, and perhaps a little light thievery. Follow these steps closely to ensure a smooth and profitable outcome.

Quest Start and Initial Investigation

After completing the previous main quest, "Into the Unknown," you'll receive a new objective: Meet Walter Stroud in Neon. This is your first port of call for "All That Money Can Buy."

  • Travel to Neon: Set a course for the Volii system and land at Neon City on Volii Alpha.
  • Locate Walter Stroud: Once on Neon, head to the Astral Lounge. Walter Stroud will be waiting for you inside.
  • The Briefing: Speak with Walter. He'll inform you about a valuable artifact that was recently sold at auction to a mysterious buyer. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to track down this buyer and acquire the artifact.
  • Gathering Intel: Walter will direct you to speak with James Newill at the Trade Authority.
  • Interrogating Newill: Head to the Trade Authority. You'll need to persuade or bribe James Newill to reveal information about the buyer.
    • Persuasion: If your Persuasion skill is high, you can attempt to convince him. Choose dialogue options that emphasize the importance of the artifact or the potential benefits to him.
    • Bribe: Alternatively, a well-placed bribe of 2500 Credits will loosen his tongue.
  • The Lead: Newill will reveal that the buyer was a woman named Imogene Salzo, an executive at Ryujin Industries. He'll also mention that the transaction was handled by a broker named Musgrove.

Tracking Down Musgrove and Ryujin Industries

Now that you have a name, your next step is to find Musgrove and then confront Imogene Salzo.

  • Locate Musgrove: Musgrove can be found at the Ebony & Co. establishment, also in Neon.
  • Dealing with Musgrove: Approach Musgrove. He's a bit of a shifty character and won't give up information easily.
    • Persuasion: Again, a successful Persuasion check can get him to talk.
    • Bribe: A bribe of 1000 Credits is usually sufficient.
    • Intimidation: If you prefer a more direct approach, you can attempt to intimidate him. Be prepared for a potential fight if this fails.
  • The Revelation: Musgrove will confirm that Imogene Salzo purchased the artifact and that it's currently located within the Ryujin Industries building.
  • Infiltrating Ryujin Industries: Head to the towering Ryujin Industries Tower in Neon.
  • Accessing Imogene's Office: Your goal is to reach Imogene Salzo's office on the Executive Floor.
    • Front Door Approach: You can attempt to talk your way past the receptionist. A high Persuasion skill or specific dialogue options might work, but it's often easier to find an alternative route.
    • Stealthy Entry (Recommended): For a smoother infiltration, consider taking the elevator to the Operations Floor first. From there, you can often find maintenance shafts or less-guarded stairwells that lead to the Executive Floor. Keep an eye out for security cameras and guards.
    • Digipicking: Be prepared to use your Digipick skill on doors or terminals to gain access to restricted areas.

Confronting Imogene and Acquiring the Artifact

Once you've reached Imogene's office, the real negotiation begins.

  • Confront Imogene Salzo: Speak with Imogene. She will be initially resistant to giving up the artifact.
  • Negotiation Options: You have several ways to proceed:
    • Persuasion: This is often the most straightforward path. Highlight the importance of the artifact, the potential negative consequences for Ryujin if the truth comes out, or offer a mutually beneficial arrangement.
    • Purchase: If your Persuasion fails or you prefer to avoid confrontation, you can offer to buy the artifact. Be prepared to pay a significant sum, potentially upwards of 10,000 Credits, depending on your negotiation skills.
    • Theft (High Risk): As a last resort, you can attempt to steal the artifact directly from her office. This is highly risky, as it will trigger alarms and likely result in a bounty on your head and combat with Ryujin security. Only attempt this if you are confident in your stealth and combat abilities. The artifact will typically be in a secure container or on her desk.
  • Acquire the Artifact: Once you've successfully convinced, bought, or stolen it, the Artifact Mu will be added to your inventory.

Returning to Walter Stroud

With the artifact in hand, it's time to report back to your employer.

  • Return to the Astral Lounge: Head back to the Astral Lounge in Neon.
  • Speak with Walter Stroud: Present the Artifact Mu to Walter. He will be pleased with your success.
  • Quest Completion: Walter will reward you for your efforts, typically with a substantial amount of Credits and XP. This marks the successful completion of "All That Money Can Buy."

Congratulations, you've navigated the corporate jungle of Neon and secured a valuable piece of the universe's past!