Qlurian Archaeologist Quest Guide

Xenoblade Chronicles X: How To Complete The Qlurian Archaeologist Quest

The “Qlurian Archaeologist” is an Affinity Mission in Xenoblade Chronicles X, presenting players with the opportunity to recruit Neilnail as a valuable party member. This guide outlines the necessary steps to successfully complete this quest and unlock its rewards.

How to Start the Quest

You can begin “The Qlurian Archaeologist” after progressing through Chapter 5 and reaching level 21. To initiate it, visit the Mission Control terminal in the Administration District, located east of BLADE Tower. You will find the quest marker indicating the start of this mission at the terminal.

• Complete Chapter 5.
• Reach level 21.
• Go to Mission Control in the Administration District.
• Look for the quest marker.

Heading to Oblivia

Upon starting the quest, a scene introduces you to Neilnail. She expresses her excitement about potentially working with a human BLADE operative. Neilnail then explains her research focus on a peculiar ring-shaped structure within Oblivia, requesting your assistance to safeguard her during the investigation. Once you accept, Neilnail joins your party as a temporary member.

• A cutscene with Neilnail will play.
• Neilnail requests protection during her research.
• The research area is in Oblivia.
• Neilnail temporarily joins your party.

Defeating the Outlaw Simius

Travel to Oblivia, aiming for the large ring structure south of River Isle and Keegan Ridge; teleporting to FN Site 312 is the most efficient method. Upon your arrival, a cutscene reveals that two Outlaw Simius guard the area. These level 20 enemies must be defeated before proceeding.

• Head to Oblivia, south of River Isle and Keegan Ridge.
• Teleporting to FN Site 312 is recommended.
• Two level 20 Outlaw Simius will appear.
• Defeat both Outlaw Simius.

Finding the Data Logs

After vanquishing the Outlaw Simius, Neilnail requires access to data consoles around the ring. The first data console is conveniently located near the battle site. Interact with it to acquire “Giant Ring Activity Log 1.” To find the second console, proceed northeast toward FN Site 318, and interact with it to collect “Giant Ring Activity Log 2.”

• Locate the first data console near the battle site.
• Collect “Giant Ring Activity Log 1.”
• Head northeast to FN Site 318.
• Collect “Giant Ring Activity Log 2.”

Facing the Unidentified Skells

With the data logs obtained, another cutscene initiates. Suddenly, two unidentified Skells appear, initiating a battle. These Skells, named Slate and Chalk, are both level 21. Defeating them is crucial to advancing the quest. Target their main bodies to effectively damage them.

• Two Unidentified Skells appear.
• The Skells are named Slate and Chalk, both level 21.
• Engage the Skells in battle.
• Focus your attacks on their main bodies.

Quest Completion and Rewards

After defeating the Unidentified Skells, they retreat without providing information. Neilnail expresses gratitude, and reveals her intention to reside in New Los Angeles, offering to join your party permanently. Completing “The Qlurian Archaeologist” grants 170 EXP, 10,000 Credits, and the Unknown Scholar’s Holofigure, as well as adding Neilnail to your party.

• The Skells retreat after being defeated.
• Neilnail expresses her gratitude.
• She intends to stay in New Los Angeles and join your party.
• Rewards: 170 EXP, 10,000 Credits, Unknown Scholar’s Holofigure, and Neilnail joins your party.