This comprehensive walkthrough covers all main story quests, side missions, and optional content in Of Ash and Steel. The game is divided into a Prologue and three main Acts, each with their own unique challenges and storylines.

Navigate through all Acts and complete every quest in Of Ash and Steel

Prologue: The Shores Region

Starting Quests Overview

Before beginning Act 1, you must complete the prologue quests in the Shores region. These tutorial missions introduce core mechanics and NPCs.

Required Completion: All prologue quests must be finished to unlock Act 1.

Prologue Quest List

Quest Name	Type	Difficulty	Rewards
Hardships of Seafaring	Main	Easy	Access to Act 1
Fish Steak	Tutorial	Easy	Combat training
What Use is a Cartographer	Story	Easy	Background lore
Break Time	Fetch	Easy	Gold, items
Provisions in Danger	Combat	Easy	XP, equipment

Detailed Guide: For complete prologue walkthrough, see our Hardships of Seafaring Guide.

Act 1: Establishing Your Presence

Act 1 Overview

Act 1 introduces you to the main island and its various factions. Focus on building your character’s capabilities and establishing relationships with key NPCs.

Recommended Level: Start at Level 1-3, finish at Level 8-12 Key Locations: Main settlement, surrounding wilderness areas Important NPCs: Faction leaders, trainers, merchants

Act 1 Main Quests

1.1 Pull Up Weeds

Objective: Clear out bandits from the local area Quest Giver: Settlement leader Recommended Level: 3-5

Walkthrough:

1. Accept the quest from the settlement leader
2. Gather information about bandit locations from locals
3. Prepare equipment - ensure weapons are repaired
4. Travel to bandit camp (follow road markers and NPC directions)
5. Clear the camp - engage 3-5 bandits
6. Return for reward - gold and reputation increase

Tips:

• Bring healing items
• Use hit-and-run tactics if underleveled
• Loot the camp thoroughly for equipment

1.2 Move The Barrels

Objective: Transport supplies between locations Quest Giver: Merchant in main settlement Recommended Level: 2-4

Walkthrough:

1. Talk to the merchant to understand the delivery route
2. Load the cart with barrels (interaction prompt)
3. Follow the designated path - avoid shortcuts through dangerous areas
4. Defend against wolves - 2-3 encounters along the route
5. Deliver to destination - complete delivery for payment

Combat Encounters:

• Wolf Pack 1: 2 wolves near the bridge
• Wolf Pack 2: 3 wolves in the forest section
• Possible Bandits: If you take the shortcut route

1.3 Clear Wolves Den

Objective: Eliminate the wolf threat at its source Quest Giver: Hunter in settlement Recommended Level: 5-7

Walkthrough:

1. Locate the wolf den - northeast of settlement
2. Prepare for extended combat - bring multiple weapons
3. Clear outer wolves - 4-5 regular wolves
4. Enter the den - navigate cave system
5. Defeat the alpha wolf - boss encounter
6. Collect den loot - valuable materials and gold

Boss Strategy - Alpha Wolf:

• High health and damage
• Dodge its charge attacks
• Attack after it misses
• Use terrain to create distance

1.4 Bandit Troubles

Objective: Resolve the ongoing bandit problem Quest Giver: Guard captain Recommended Level: 6-8

Walkthrough:

1. Investigate bandit activities - talk to affected NPCs
2. Track bandit movements - follow clues and trails
3. Discover main bandit camp - larger than previous encounters
4. Choose approach:
   • Direct assault: Fight all bandits (harder but more XP)
   • Stealth approach: Avoid some encounters
   • Negotiation: Possible with high social skills
5. Confront bandit leader - boss fight or dialogue resolution
6. Report back - complete Act 1

Bandit Leader Encounter:

• Well-equipped opponent
• May have backup
• Negotiation possible with right dialogue choices
• Defeating grants access to Act 2

Act 1 Side Quests

S1.1 Merchant’s Delivery

Objective: Deliver goods to remote locations Rewards: Gold, merchant reputation Tips: Safe quest, good for early money

S1.2 Herbal Collection

Objective: Gather medicinal plants Rewards: Healing items, herbalism knowledge Tips: Learn plant locations for future use

S1.3 Find Missing Cat

Objective: Locate a lost pet Rewards: Small gold reward, NPC friendship Tips: Check all buildings and hiding spots

S1.4 Knight’s Trial

Objective: Prove your combat worthiness Rewards: Combat training, equipment Tips: Excellent for skill development

S1.5 Missing Miner Rescue

Objective: Save trapped miners Rewards: Mining access, rare materials Tips: Bring light sources and healing items

S1.6 Fairy Queen’s Blessing

Objective: Complete magical ritual Rewards: Magical abilities, rare items Tips: Late Act 1 quest, requires preparation

Act 2: Expanding Horizons

Act 2 Overview

Act 2 significantly expands the game world with new regions, more complex quests, and higher-level challenges.

Recommended Level: Start at Level 8-12, finish at Level 18-25 Key Features: New areas, faction choices, advanced equipment Major Decisions: Faction allegiances affect available quests

Act 2 Main Quests

2.1 Ancient Artifact Recovery

Objective: Retrieve powerful ancient items Quest Giver: Scholar or faction leader Recommended Level: 10-12

Walkthrough:

1. Research artifact locations - visit libraries and scholars
2. Prepare for dungeon exploration - stock supplies
3. Navigate ancient ruins - puzzle and combat challenges
4. Defeat guardian creatures - multiple boss encounters
5. Secure artifacts - choose which faction receives them

Key Challenges:

• Environmental puzzles
• Undead enemies
• Trap-filled corridors
• Faction choice consequences

2.2 Dragon Egg Theft

Objective: Steal or negotiate for dragon eggs Quest Giver: Various faction representatives Recommended Level: 12-15

Walkthrough:

1. Locate dragon lair - high-level area
2. Choose approach method:
   • Stealth infiltration
   • Direct confrontation
   • Diplomatic negotiation
3. Handle dragon encounter - extremely dangerous
4. Secure eggs safely - fragile valuable items
5. Deliver to quest giver - major story impact

Dragon Encounter Options:

• Avoid completely (stealth route)
• Negotiate (high charisma required)
• Fight (extremely difficult, high-level gear needed)

2.3 Plague Cure Quest

Objective: Find cure for spreading disease Quest Giver: Healer or town leader Recommended Level: 13-16

Walkthrough:

1. Investigate plague source - visit affected areas
2. Gather cure components - rare herbs and materials
3. Access restricted areas - quarantine zones
4. Craft the cure - alchemy or magic required
5. Distribute treatment - save affected populations

2.4 Pirate Treasure Hunt

Objective: Follow clues to hidden pirate treasure Quest Giver: Tavern keeper or old sailor Recommended Level: 14-17

Walkthrough:

1. Decode treasure map - puzzle-solving required
2. Visit multiple locations - follow clue chain
3. Overcome guardians - various enemy types
4. Solve final puzzle - access treasure chamber
5. Claim rewards - significant gold and items

2.5 Golem Awakening

Objective: Deal with awakened ancient constructs Quest Giver: Mage or researcher Recommended Level: 15-18

Walkthrough:

1. Investigate golem activity - research ancient magic
2. Find control methods - magical or technological
3. Confront active golems - tough combat encounters
4. Restore or destroy - moral choice with consequences
5. Report findings - affects future magical events

2.6 Ghost Ship Mystery

Objective: Solve the mystery of a haunted vessel Quest Giver: Harbor master or sailor Recommended Level: 16-19

Walkthrough:

1. Board the ghost ship - supernatural encounters
2. Investigate ship’s history - piece together the story
3. Confront ghostly crew - unique combat mechanics
4. Resolve the curse - multiple possible solutions
5. Claim ship rewards - rare nautical items

2.7 Volcano Crisis

Objective: Prevent or survive volcanic eruption Quest Giver: Geologist or local leader Recommended Level: 17-20

Walkthrough:

1. Assess volcanic threat - gather scientific data
2. Evacuate populations - time-sensitive missions
3. Attempt prevention - magical or technological solutions
4. Survive the eruption - environmental challenges
5. Deal with aftermath - reconstruction efforts

2.8 Royal Assassination Plot

Objective: Uncover and stop political conspiracy Quest Giver: Royal guard or informant Recommended Level: 18-22

Walkthrough:

1. Gather intelligence - investigate suspicious activities
2. Identify conspirators - social infiltration required
3. Prevent assassination - multiple approaches possible
4. Confront masterminds - high-stakes encounters
5. Resolve political crisis - major story consequences

Act 2 Side Quests

S2.1 Plague Cure Quest (Alternative)

Note: May appear as side quest depending on main story choices

S2.2 Pirate Treasure Hunt (Extended)

Additional treasure locations and challenges

S2.3 Golem Awakening (Continued)

Further golem encounters and research

S2.4 Ghost Ship Mastery

Advanced nautical adventures and ship management

S2.5 Diplomatic Mission

Negotiate between warring factions

Act 3: The Final Confrontation

Act 3 Overview

Act 3 focuses on the climactic resolution of the main storyline with fewer but more significant quests.

Recommended Level: Start at Level 20-25, finish at Level 25-30 Key Features: Endgame content, final boss encounters Preparation Required: Best equipment and skills needed

Act 3 Main Quest

3.1 Seal the Dark Portal

Objective: Prevent catastrophic magical disaster Quest Giver: Automatic story progression Recommended Level: 22-30

Walkthrough:

1. Gather allies - recruit help from previous quest NPCs
2. Prepare for final battle - upgrade all equipment
3. Assault the portal site - large-scale combat
4. Navigate portal defenses - magical and physical challenges
5. Confront final boss - ultimate test of skills
6. Seal or destroy portal - multiple ending possibilities

Final Boss Strategy:

• Extremely high difficulty
• Multiple phases
• Requires all learned skills
• Preparation is crucial
• Multiple strategies viable

Act 3 Side Quests

S3.1 Time Portal Paradox

Objective: Resolve temporal anomalies Rewards: Unique temporal items Tips: Complex puzzle quest requiring careful attention

S3.2 Ancient Weapon Quest

Objective: Forge legendary weapons Rewards: Best-in-game equipment Tips: Requires materials from throughout the game

S3.3 Ultimate Champion Tournament

Objective: Prove yourself in combat trials Rewards: Champion title and rewards Tips: Test of all combat skills learned

Quest Completion Tips

General Strategy

Preparation:

• Always save before major quests
• Stock up on supplies
• Repair equipment beforehand
• Talk to all NPCs for additional information

Combat Approach:

• Level appropriately before attempting quests
• Use terrain advantages
• Manage stamina carefully
• Retreat if overwhelmed

Resource Management:

• Complete side quests for extra XP and gold
• Sell unnecessary items regularly
• Invest in training when possible
• Save rare materials for important crafting

Faction Considerations

Order of the Seven:

• Lawful approach to quest resolution
• Access to holy magic and healing
• Conflicts with Free Hunters

Free Hunters:

• Independent solutions to problems
• Wilderness survival bonuses
• Conflicts with Order of Seven

Neutral Path:

• Maintain relationships with both factions
• More dialogue options available
• Potentially more difficult but more flexible

Missable Content Warning

Permanently Missable Quests

Faction-Exclusive Quests:

• Choosing one faction locks out the other’s quests
• Plan multiple playthroughs for complete experience

Time-Sensitive Quests:

• Some quests become unavailable after story progression
• Complete side content before advancing main story

NPC Death Consequences:

• Poor quest choices can result in NPC deaths
• Dead NPCs cannot give future quests

Recommended Completion Order

1. Complete all available side quests before main story advancement
2. Talk to all NPCs regularly for new quest opportunities
3. Save before major story decisions
4. Consider faction implications before committing
5. Explore thoroughly before moving to new areas

Conclusion

Of Ash and Steel offers a rich quest experience across its three Acts, with meaningful choices and consequences throughout. Success requires careful preparation, strategic thinking, and thorough exploration.

The key to completing all content is patience and systematic progression. Don’t rush through the main story - take time to explore, complete side quests, and build relationships with NPCs for the fullest experience.

Remember:

• Save frequently due to potential technical issues
• Prepare thoroughly for major encounters
• Explore completely before advancing
• Consider multiple playthroughs for different faction experiences

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Need help with specific aspects? Check our Character Development Guide for progression tips, or our Survival Guide for combat strategies.

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