The Mystery of Magruder — The Outer Worlds Walkthrough
The quest 'The Mystery of Magruder' is a side mission found in Emerald Vale, offering a chance to delve into a local enigma and potentially earn valuable rewards. This quest often involves investigating a disappearance or a strange occurrence, requiring you to gather clues and make deductions to solve the mystery.
This quest typically begins when you speak with a concerned individual in Edgewater or the surrounding area who is looking for a missing person named Magruder. Magruder is often described as a prospector or someone who ventured out into the wilderness and hasn't returned. The quest giver will usually provide you with a general location or a last known sighting of Magruder, prompting you to investigate.
Objective: Investigate Magruder's Last Known Location
You'll be directed to a specific area in Emerald Vale, often a cave, an abandoned camp, or a remote section of the wilderness. Upon arriving, your task is to search the area for clues related to Magruder's disappearance. This will involve:
- Searching for Clues: Look for items such as Magruder's journal, scattered personal belongings, footprints, or ss of a struggle. These clues will often be highlighted when you are near them.
- Interacting with the Environment: You might need to examine specific objects, read notes, or listen to audio logs to piece together what happened.
As you gather clues, you'll start to form a picture of Magruder's fate. The mystery often involves a dangerous encounter, such as an attack by wildlife, a mishap with mining equipment, or an unfortunate run-in with hostile individuals.
Objective: Discover Magruder's Fate
The clues will eventually lead you to the truth behind Magruder's disappearance. Depending on your findings and your character's skills, you might discover that Magruder:
- Was attacked: You might find evidence of a fight with creatures like Raptidons or Primal M.O.D.s.
- Had an accident: Perhaps he fell into a chasm or was caught in a cave-in.
- Was killed by other humans: Marauders or other hostile factions might be responsible.
- Found something valuable and left: In some cases, Magruder might have simply struck it rich and left without telling anyone.
Once you have a clear understanding of what happened, you'll need to report back to the quest giver.
Objective: Report Back to the Quest Giver
Return to the person who gave you the quest and inform them of your findings. Your dialogue choices here might influence the outcome or the reward you receive. You might have to deliver bad news, or perhaps you've found evidence that Magruder is still alive or has left behind something of value.
Tips for 'The Mystery of Magruder':
- Pay Attention to Dialogue: The initial conversation with the quest giver can provide crucial hints.
- Use Your Scanner: The scanner (default key 'Tab' on PC) highlights interactive objects and clues.
- Loot Thoroughly: Magruder's belongings or the area where he met his end might contain valuable items, including Bits, consumables, or even a decent weapon.
- Be Prepared for Combat: Depending on the cause of Magruder's demise, you might encounter hostile creatures or individuals in the area.
This quest is a good example of the environmental storytelling and small-scale mysteries The Outer Worlds offers, rewarding players who take the time to explore and investigate.