When the Forest is No Longer Dim

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When the Forest is No Longer Dim is a Exploration Quest that occurs in Dim Forest, Huanglong.

Steps[]

Inquire the anxious researcher about the situation
Head to the location from which the distress signal was sent
Defeat the guarding Exiles
Investigate the cage
Search for the key hidden by the Exiles
Rescue Qiaomu
Venture deeper into the contaminated zone with Qiaomu
Proceed further into the contaminated zone
Search for the missing researcher (use Sensor)
Take the researcher out of the contaminated zone
Head to the first contaminated zone
Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device
Obtain the first Offshoot Core sample
- Attack the device to activate drones
- Destroy the Offshoot Core
Head to the second contaminated zone
Keep moving further
Defeat the contaminated Hoochiefs
Head to the second contaminated zone
Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device
Obtain the second Offshoot Core sample
- Attack the device to activate drones
- Destroy the Offshoot Core
Return to the campsite
Assist Qiaomu and Senmin in making antibodies
- Talk to Senmin to make the antibody
- Pick up materials as instructed
Catch up with Hoohoo
Help Hoohoo
Head to the third contaminated zone
Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device
Obtain the final Offshoot Core sample
- Attack the device to activate drones
- Destroy the Offshoot Core
Head to the abandoned research institute
Defeat the lingering Hoochiefs
Open the gate to the research institute
- Activate the three Signals Console
Explore the research institute
Wait until tomorrow evening (17:00-19:00)
Return to the campsite
Head to the bottom of the central giant tree
Climb to the top of the central giant tree
Head to the bottom of the central giant tree
Defeat the controlled Hoochiefs
Return to your companions

Gameplay Notes[]

Completing this quest awards the Huanglong I trophy Atom: Jungle's Odyssey.

Dialogue[]

Quest Description

The Dim Forest survey team has sent an urgent distress signal, requesting your assistance with a pressing issue.

(Inquire the anxious researcher): Mingjing: Ro-Rover! Could you please do me a favor?; What happened?; Mingjing: We received a distress signal from the Dim Forest reconnaissance team, they seem to be in danger!; I'll help.; What are the coordinates?; Mingjing: You're a lifesaver! I'll send you the coordinates!; Mingjing: The situation's complicated there. Be careful!

(Head to the location): Qiaomu: Help!!

(After defeating the guarding Exiles): Qiaomu: Help!! Please help us out. The key should be around here somewhere.

(Investigate the cage): Qiaomu: Help, help! Hello, I'm Qiaomu, a researcher from the Dim Forest survey team! Can you help us get out?; Qiaomu: Yes, the key! The key to this Gate, I saw them hide the key in the room, could you please help to find it? Please!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu again): Qiaomu: Please! The key is in the room of the Exiles!

(Pick up Rusty Data Chip): Rover: This should be the key that Qiaomu mentioned.

(Rescue Qiaomu)

Qiaomu: Phew, that was close. Thank you so much for saving us! What should we call you?

I'm (Rover.)

Just call me Rover.

Qiaomu: Nice to meet you, Rover... Oh, I see! You're here to help us, right?

Qiaomu: We are members of the Dim Forest exploration team. I'm Qiaomu, and this is Hoohoo.

Hoohoo: Hoohoo!

Hoohoo?

Qiaomu: Relax, Rover. He's not gonna hurt you. Hoohoo's not like those contaminated Hoochief Tacet Discords. He's a good guide for us.

Hoohoo: *An approving hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: Our exploration team's responsible for regular surveys of the Dim Forest.

Qiaomu: But my teammate Senmin is taking much longer than usual this time... I was really worried about her, so I tried to find her with Hoohoo.

Qiaomu: But we ran into the Exiles before we could spot her... We had to request help from the Academy.

Qiaomu: Even worse, I still haven't been able to reach her. She's always been in poor health, and with the complicated terrain in there, what if something bad happens...

What does she look like?

Qiaomu: She has short hair, wears clothes similar to mine, and has a tablet like this.

Researchers in Huanglong seem to dress the same.

Qiaomu: Haha, you get the point. It's our uniform!

What do you mean by "something bad"?

Qiaomu: The environment becomes less friendly once you go deeper into the forest. The Dim Forest's filled with poisonous spore dust that can be harmful to our health if we inhale it.

Qiaomu: Besides, there's a chance you'll come across contaminated Hoochiefs, and they tend to be pretty aggressive.

Qiaomu: Senmin's been there for a long time. I'm really worried about her... I hope everything's okay...

Let's go find her.

Qiaomu: T-Thank you! Let's go! Oh, by the way, please take this.

Qiaomu: This is a short-acting antibody that allows you to walk in contaminated areas. I know you have stronger resistance to those toxic spores as a Resonator, but still, it's better safe than sorry.

Qiaomu: Her signal vanished here. Let’s check out the area around the central giant tree.

Hopefully we'll work well together.

Please lead the way.

Qiaomu: Rest assured. We can protect ourselves. Hoohoo, let's go!

Hoohoo: Hoohoo!

Qiaomu: Please stay safe... We'll be right there, Senmin!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Please stay safe... We'll be right there, Senmin!

(Venture deeper into the contaminated zone): Qiaomu: Rover, look at that white banyan tree.; Qiaomu: Doesn't it look beautiful, but it's actually very dangerous.; Qiaomu: And the signal from Sensor, it seems to be under the banyan tree, this is really... let me see...

Qiaomu: The signal's from the west?

Qiaomu: Let's go this way, then. What do you say, Hoohoo?

Hoohoo: *An approving hoohoo*

(Proceed further into the contaminated zone): Qiaomu: Wait... please wait!; Qiaomu: Let me check. As expected, the concentration has almost exceeded Level Two.; You mean the concentration of the "toxic spores"?; You're a bit short of breath.; Qiaomu: Y-yeah. You noticed too, right? The plants nearby are different compared to those outside. Look at that tree in the middle.; Rover: The color stands out from the surrounding trees. Is it covered in those toxic spores you talked about?; Qiaomu: That's right. It's the central banyan tree of this forest, but now it's been contaminated by spores.; Qiaomu: Being a non-Resonator with some resistance, reaching a Level-Two contamination area is already stretching my boundaries.; I'm not feeling anything.; Qiaomu: As a Resonator, your resistance to spores is way stronger than ours, so you're more adapted to this environment.; Qiaomu: If there's any discomfort, do let me know. Cough... The spore concentration's pretty high, and we haven't reached our destination.; Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*.; Qiaomu: Don't worry, Hoohoo! I'm fine. The signal's coming from a way deeper area. Senmin's being seriously reckless!; Qiaomu: Though I get she's eager to solve the issue, she should've thought twice before taking actions.; Qiaomu: I hope she won't end up like her mentor...; Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*.; Qiaomu: Oh, I'm sorry! I need to express this concern directly to her, so she understands just how worried I am, right?; Qiaomu: Let's pick up the pace and look for her!; That's the spirit.; She'll be fine.; Qiaomu: Thank you for the comfort, Rover.; Qiaomu: You're right. Complaints and worries won't solve anything. Let's move faster and find her! Cough... Unfortunately, I've reached my limit. My body can't take on more spores...; Qiaomu: Once we go deeper, I'll definitely slow you down. To find Senmin as soon as possible, I'll have Hoohoo accompany you. Meanwhile, I'll be outside, ready to provide any necessary support.; Qiaomu: According to research, Resonators do exhibit strong resistance to spores. Yet, at this point, it's unclear if those toxic spores will have other effects on Resonators.; Qiaomu: So please don't push yourself too hard! If you feel any discomfort, just come out as quickly as you can!; You're an important companion. Make sure to take care!; I see.; Hoohoo: Hoohoo!; Qiaomu: Looks like it's really excited to be your guide! Stay safe!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Can't find the way? Then turn on the Sensor module to see?

(Search for the missing researcher)
(Investigate animal corpses): Rover: Why are there so many dying animals here...; Rover: This is not good. Better use the Sensor to speed up.

(Investigate notes): Rover: This seems to be a notebook left by a researcher. "Spores", "destroy"... What do they mean?; Rover: It seems this is Senmin's notes, where did she go... Continue to use the Sensor to see.

(Find the missing researcher): Rover: There seems to be a person lying on the ground ahead, is it Sensor? [sic] Let's rescue her quickly.; Hoohoo: *An excited hoohoo*!

(Take the researcher out of the contaminated zone): Senmin: Cough... Spores, the Main Core...; Are you alright?; Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*.; Senmin: Hoohoo...? And you are...; I'll get you out of here.

Time was running out; you and Hoohoo immediately took Senmin out.

Qiaomu: Phew... You're getting more stable now. I've properly patched you up. How are you feeling? Can you stand?

Senmin: Yeah, I'm feeling much better. Thank you, Qiaomu.

Qiaomu: I think you owe me an apology! You were well aware of your health, and still, you took the risk of going so deep! Can you realize how worried I was?

Qiaomu: If you want to thank someone, thank Rover. It's (‍him/her‍) who made a great effort to get you out!

Senmin: I'm really sorry for causing such trouble. I sincerely apologize to you. Rover, thank you so much for your help.

Senmin: But I had my reasons for doing this... Did Qiaomu tell you about the situation in the Dim Forest?

A little bit.

Not at all.

Senmin: I see. Let me explain in detail then.

Senmin: The Dim Forest is infested with toxic spores. Hoochiefs exposed to these spores turn aggressive.

Qiaomu: Contaminated animals are dying, and inhaling too many spores also affects people's health. That's why I told you to be extremely careful.

Senmin: Therefore, our exploration team has been working to resolve this issue. For example, my mentor tried to find a solution by researching Hoochiefs...

Senmin: ...while we focused on the spores and finally found a way to solve this issue.

Senmin: The spores in the Dim Forest have been spreading steadily, and we suspect there are cores continuously producing and spreading them.

Senmin: Therefore, if we can destroy those cores, we can solve the issue.

Senmin: Yeah. However, it's easier said than done.

Senmin: We've located several of these cores, some with scratches on their shells. It looks like someone tried to destroy them.

Senmin: Like I said, those cores are shielded by hard shells, making it impossible to destroy them with human forces. Fortunately, we've developed a device that can destroy them!

Senmin: Now, here's another problem. Those cores quickly regenerate after being destroyed. It's quite a headache.

Senmin: If we don't do anything, the spores will spread even faster, so we have to regularly clear these cores. That's why we're here today.

Qiaomu: True, but there's really no need for you to venture so deep into the forest. What on earth happened?

Senmin: I detected a sudden surge in spore concentration at the central banyan tree. It's the first time this has happened, so I had to figure out the causes.

Senmin: Guess what? I found the Main Core.

Qiaomu: Wait, are you serious? Does that mean we can actually solve the issue?

Senmin: Indeed! The reason why we struggled to solve the problem for so long is that, we never solved the core of this issue—namely, the spore's Main Core. It's probably been hiding at the roots of the central giant banyan.

Senmin: And now, the Main Core has finally appeared, right at the top of that tree.

So if we manage to destroy the Main Core...

Qiaomu: Then we can solve this issue! But...

Senmin: But getting close to that core isn't easy for us, I'm afraid. The antibodies we currently have can't support us going up there.

Senmin: Besides, if we don't deal with those Offshoot Cores—oh, that's what we researchers call those cores constantly producing spores—the spores will spread faster than we can imagine...

We need to improve the antibodies.

We need to clear the Offshoot Cores.

Qiaomu: You're right. Here's the plan: Rover and I will go clear the Offshoot Cores as planned, and you head back to our camp to work on improving the antibodies.

Senmin: But...

Qiaomu: This should be the fastest solution for now, Senmin.

Qiaomu: Besides, the antibodies represent your mentor's hard-earned achievement, and you've been eager to improve them to fulfill your mentor's wish, haven't you?

Qiaomu: Leave it to us; we can surely handle it well!

She's right.

Senmin: I see. Thank you. I'm going back to work on improving my antibodies!

Hoohoo: Hoo?

Senmin: Don't worry about me, Hoohoo. You should go help Rover and Qiaomu. Be a good boy, okay?

Hoohoo: *A happy hoohoo*!

Senmin: Rover, Qiaomu, I'm counting on you!

Senmin thanked you and left.

Qiaomu: It's never easy to get someone as stubborn as her to do something...

You really care about her.

Fortunately, you successfully had her go back and take a rest.

Qiaomu: That obvious? Rover, I'm sorry I made this decision without discussing it with you.

Qiaomu: Senmin has been trying to address the toxic spore issue in the Dim Forest.

Qiaomu: When I just joined the exploration team, Senmin's mentor was still around. Back then, we tried to find a solution by studying those aggressive Hoochiefs.

Qiaomu: Given the aggressive behaviors of Hoochiefs, we used to think that humans couldn't get along with them.

Qiaomu: Her mentor used to say, "There are always more things hidden in a phenomenon. That's why we need to see below the surface."

Qiaomu: So her mentor kept communicating with the Hoochiefs as well as treating them. She locked herself up in the lab, immersed in her research.

Qiaomu: But one day, when she was interacting with the Hoochief... When we arrived, we found her lying on the ground...

Qiaomu: Our lab was occupied by the Hoochiefs, so we could only hastily leave the lab with our research data and essential experimental equipment.

Qiaomu: After that, Senmin changed. She took on her mentor's wishes and responsibilities and changed the direction of her research, starting to study the spores themselves.

Qiaomu: Slowly, we've made some progress, and now we finally see the hope of solving the problem.

Qiaomu: So I don't want her to fall here. I may not be as talented as Senmin and not that helpful in solving this issue... I just want everyone to be safe. That's what matters the most to me.

Qiaomu: I can't stand another accident like that. I...

Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*.

Qiaomu: I'm fine, Hoohoo. Your safety is more important! What we're planning to do only matters if all of us can return safely, right?

We'll solve it.

Let's go.

Qiaomu: Y-yeah! Thank you, Rover! Now, let's go get rid of those Offshoot Cores!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Rover, I need you to come with me to the Offshoot Core area.

(Head to the first contaminated zone): Qiaomu: The first Offshoot Core's... right here. Rover, please lend me your hand to destroy it.; Qiaomu: I'll set up the devices and turn them on! These devices will release sound waves that can destroy the Offshoot Cores.; Qiaomu: But for us non-Resonators, it's hard to figure out where the sound waves are coming from.; Qiaomu: But you should be able to perceive the source of those sound waves. I'll lead the way. Please help me calibrate the devices!; Hoohoo: *A cheering hoohoo*!

(Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device)

Qiaomu: Rover, are you ready?

Yes.

Hoohoo: *A cheering hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: Great! I'm turning on the devices. Rover, get ready for calibration!

Give me some more time.

Qiaomu: Take your time, Rover! Just tell me when you're ready!

Qiaomu: Hehe, I can transmit the image shot from the drone from a high place to you, so, if there's anything you can't see, just tell me!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): I can barely see the device's location; Qiaomu: Huh, is it hard to see the direction of the instruments from below?; Qiaomu: Then I'll activate the drone's shooting function to see... Okay, I've transmitted the image to your Terminal, now you can observe these instruments from the drone's perspective!; I can see clearly now

(Obtain the first Offshoot Core sample): Qiaomu: Fantastic, Rover! With the Offshoot Core destroyed, the spore concentration in this area has decreased. Besides, Hoohoo and I collected its core!; Qiaomu: It's a precious research material! We rarely encountered a complete core like this before. Perhaps they weren't fully formed back then...; Hoohoo: *A proud hoohoo*!; Qiaomu: Alright! The next Offshoot Core's in the northeast direction. Let's go.

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Next is the second Offshoot Core area... Rover, let's go.

(Head to the second contaminated zone): Rover: These animals are glowing red...; Qiaomu: Yeah, they've been affected by spores. You see? There are scratches on them.; Rover: Looks like they've been attacked.; Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*.; Rover: Let's hurry up. You two take care.

(Keep moving further): Rover: Here too... These scratches are fresh.

Qiaomu: This Sabyr Boar is known for its aggressive nature and powerful attacks, but now...

Qiaomu: These traces lead all the way to the Offshoot Core area!

Qiaomu: There too! Let's go take a look.

Qiaomu: This area is not safe, let's hurry to the Offshoot Core area.

Rover: The red light is getting brighter.

Qiaomu: Cough, so does the concentration here...

Qiaomu: Luckily, Senmin's not here.

Qiaomu: We're approaching the next Offshoot Core. Rover, be careful!

A group of Hoohoo suddenly jumped out from nowhere and surrounded the Rover.

Qiaomu: These are... enraged Hoochiefs! They've all been contaminated!

Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*!

Rover: Step back. I'll deal with them!

(After defeating the contaminated Hoochiefs): Qiaomu: Wow, that's so impressive! You took them down in just a few moves!

(Head to the second contaminated zone): Qiaomu: Hey, you see, the Offshoot Core is right in front, I'll be counting on you this time too!

(Arrive at the contaminated zone): Qiaomu: Seems like the second contaminated area's right here. It's expanded a lot...; Let's hurry up.; Qiaomu: Okay! I'm setting up the devices! Rover, I'm counting on you for this one too.

(Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device)

Qiaomu: Rover, are you ready?

Yes.

Hoohoo: *A cheering hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: Great! I'm turning on the devices. Rover, get ready for calibration!

Give me some more time.

Qiaomu: Take your time, Rover! Just tell me when you're ready!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): I can barely see the device's location; Qiaomu: Huh, is it hard to see the direction of the instruments from below?; Qiaomu: Then I'll activate the drone's shooting function to see... Okay, I've transmitted the image to your Terminal, now you can observe these instruments from the drone's perspective!; I can see clearly now

(Obtain the second Offshoot Core sample)

Qiaomu: The spore concentration has returned to normal... Phew, the air feels fresher now! Thank you, Rover! The Offshoot Core here has been successfully destroyed!

Qiaomu: How are you feeling? Are you okay?

I'm alright.

Qiaomu: That's good. What a relief.

I'm a little dizzy...

Qiaomu: Oh no! Let's get you to rest now!

I can crush ten more of those!

Qiaomu: Wow! Anyway, glad to know you're okay.

Qiaomu: How about you, Hoohoo?

Hoohoo: *A happy hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: Our cute Hoohoo seems happy as usual! Totally different from those contaminated Hoochiefs!

It looks energetic.

It seems unaffected by the spores.

Qiaomu: Yeah, Hoohoo's one of the Hoochiefs Senmin's mentor saved. It was Hoohoo who took us to find her mentor.

Qiaomu: Unfortunately, we were still late. If only we had arrived a bit earlier...

Hoohoo: *A comforting hoohoo*.

Qiaomu: I'm alright, Hoohoo. It's in the past now. I'm so glad you haven't been affected by those spores. That's a relief.

Qiaomu: You're a tough one, Hoohoo. Even with a short-acting antibody, it was a struggle for me at that concentration.

Qiaomu: It's strange. It's understandable that you're unaffected as a Resonator. However, Hoohoo is an ordinary Hoochief, similar to those already contaminated. How can that happen?

Has this happened before?

Qiaomu: Well, actually, the spore concentration here wasn’t that high before, so... it didn't catch our attention.

Hoohoo: Hoohoo?

Qiaomu: Don't worry, Hoohoo! No matter what, you're still our best Hoochief friend!

Qiaomu: Rover, let's head back and update Senmin on what we found. We can also see how her experiment is going.

Let's go.

Hoohoo: *A happy hoohoo*!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Rover, let's head back and update Senmin on what we found. We can also see how her experiment is going.

(Return to the campsite): Senmin: Rover, Qiaomu, there you are.; How's it going?; Senmin: While you were cleaning the Offshoot Core, I've been trying to adjust the antibody formula, now it's almost the last step...; Senmin: However, what I'm going to do is time-sensitive, so it would be helpful if both of you could lend me a hand.; Qiaomu: Let me help you.; I'll help too.; Senmin: Thank you both. Rover, please hand me the ingredients; Qiaomu, please count the time for me.; Qiaomu: Got it! Happy to help!

(Assist Qiaomu and Senmin in making antibodies)

Senmin: Sure, I'll brief you on this. Once we start preparing the antibody, I'll need you to pass over the ingredients I need.

Qiaomu: If you're ready, let's get started!

I'm ready.

Senmin: Let's get started.

I need more time.

Qiaomu: That's fine. I can see you're tired from the hard work you've done. Let's take a break first.

(Pick up materials as instructed)

Senmin: First is the Material on the box, thank you.

(Pick up the correct material): Qiaomu: Great!
(Pick up the wrong material): Senmin: Something seems to be wrong, the first Material is on the box, Rover, thank you.

Senmin: Next is the Material in the can behind you. That kind of Material needs to be handled with care, thank you.

(Pick up the wrong material)

Senmin: Hmm... this time the Material should be in the jar, it's hard for you to take it again.

(Pick up the correct material): Qiaomu: Looks great!

Senmin: Next, we need a bit of the Material on the box.

(Pick up the correct material): Qiaomu: That's right!

Senmin: Now is the crucial moment, please pass me the bottle on the table.

(Pick up the correct material): Qiaomu: That's right!

Senmin: The last step, Rover, the Material in the can from before, please give me another one.

(Pick up the wrong material): Senmin: Strange... Ah, it seems I took the wrong one! The last material is in the jar, could you please help me get it?

Senmin: Phew... finally done. Rover, thank you so much for your help. Now, let's see how it works.

Senmin: Rover, Qiaomu, there you are.

Senmin: The new one we just made is slightly better than before, but still... This is not enough to protect us in heavily contaminated areas.

Oh no...

Failure is the mother of success! Don't worry!

Qiaomu: Yeah, don't let it get to you, Senmin. It happens all the time, right?

Qiaomu: I used to struggle with all my school projects and I almost failed to graduate! Luckily, Senmin pointed me in a new direction for the project back then, and that was how I could...

Senmin: Direction... Qiaomu, do you think we might need to approach this from a different direction, too?

Senmin: Do you remember? My mentor was determined to find a cure for those contaminated Hoochiefs, putting all her efforts into antibody research.

Senmin: The short-acting antibody she left is enough for our daily work, so we held off on further research in this area.

Senmin: Looking back, it seems we might have taken things to another extreme. My mentor used to say, "As researchers, we need to see beyond the superficial details"...

Senmin: What on earth have I missed...

Qiaomu: Hoohoo.

Hoohoo: Hoohoo!

Hoohoo?

Senmin: Hoohoo... Wait, why are you starting to copy Hoohoo?

Qiaomu: That's because Hoohoo is likely the missing piece we overlooked!

We encountered contaminated Hoochiefs.

Senmin: Contaminated Hoochiefs? What's so odd about that? I suppose there are plenty in the forest?

We saw an energetic Hoohoo.

Senmin: Energetic Hoohoo? Hasn't it been energetic all the time?

Qiaomu: Senmin, think about it!

Qiaomu: With the spore concentration going up, lots of Hoochiefs were affected and thus attacked us. Thankfully, Rover handled them effortlessly!

Qiaomu: However, the spore concentration was so high, I couldn't endure it. Not even after taking the antibody. Even though Hoohoo supposedly has stronger resistance than us, theoretically, it shouldn't stay unaffected.

Qiaomu: But you see? Hoohoo can't be more energetic right now!

Hoohoo: *A proud hoohoo*!

Senmin: I see. That's strange indeed.

Senmin: Actually, this reminds me of my mentor's diary. She recorded her interactions with Hoohoo in the lab.

Senmin: Hoohoo was one of the contaminated Hoochiefs, but its symptoms were mild. After taking the antibody developed by my mentor, Hoohoo's condition improved significantly.

Senmin: Perhaps the treatment back then enhanced Hoohoo's resistance. Anyway, we can't safely draw a conclusion this yet.

Qiaomu: You're right, but...

Hoohoo: *A worried hoohoo*!

Senmin: Hoohoo?

Hoohoo: Hoohoo! Hoohoo!

Seems like it has something to say.

Hoohoo: HOO! HOO!

Hoohoo suddenly ran away.

Qiaomu: Hoohoo! What happened? Why did it just run off like that?

Senmin: It seems to be running towards the Violet Banyan.

Let's follow Hoohoo.

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: What's wrong with Hoohoo... Rover, let's catch up quickly!

(Optional - Talk to Senmin): Senmin: Strange, did Hoohoo find something... I need to go check it out quickly.

(Catch up with Hoohoo): Rover: Careful. Step back.; Qiaomu: That's... Hoohoo?! It's fighting those enraged Hoochiefs!; Senmin: They've been contaminated. If we don't treat them in time, they will...; Rover: I'll calm them down.

(After helping Hoohoo): Qiaomu: Phew... Luckily, the Rover is powerful.; Qiaomu: Hoohoo, why did you suddenly run out?

(Head to the third contaminated zone): Senmin: Qiaomu, Rover, look that at the Violet Banyan.; The Offshoot Core.; It's been contaminated as well.; Senmin: It's shocking, really. The Violet Banyan was kept safe from contamination, but now...; Senmin: Remember what I said? The Offshoot Cores regenerate because we haven’t destroyed the Main Core. It seems to be the case here too...; Senmin: No, it's even worse. It indicates the spread of the Offshoot Cores. If we can't destroy them immediately, they'll...; Qiaomu: I'm setting up the devices, and let's clear this Offshoot Core! Rover, I'll leave it to you!; Hoohoo: *A cheering hoohoo*!

(Optional - Talk to Senmin): Senmin: I didn't expect to find Offshoot Core here, the spread of the toxic spore is much faster than our model... Rover, I need your help again.

(Talk to Qiaomu to activate the device)

Qiaomu: Rover, are you ready?

Yes.

Hoohoo: *A cheering hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: Great! I'm turning on the devices. Rover, get ready for calibration!

Give me some more time.

Qiaomu: Take your time, Rover! Just tell me when you're ready!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): I can barely see the device's location; Qiaomu: Huh, is it hard to see the direction of the instruments from below?; Qiaomu: Then I'll activate the drone's shooting function to see... Okay, I've transmitted the image to your Terminal, now you can observe these instruments from the drone's perspective!; I can see clearly now

(Obtain the final Offshoot Core sample): Qiaomu: Alright, the concentration here has returned to normal. Everyone alright? And Hoohoo?; Hoohoo: *A proud hoohoo*!; Senmin: Hoohoo is indeed full of vitality.; Senmin: You're right; we might have overlooked Hoohoo's uniqueness.; Senmin: After my mentor left, I stopped researching Hoochiefs. I guess deep down, I felt that studying them wouldn't yield any useful results.; Senmin: That's probably why I overlooked Hoohoo's uniqueness.; Senmin: It seems like my mentor just didn't get a chance to announce her findings.; Senmin: Hoohoo is probably her result, not the antibody.; Senmin: If that's the case, I think we need to visit our previous lab.; Qiaomu: What? That lab? But it's too dangerous! Lots of Hoochiefs are lurking there!; Don't worry.; I'm with you. I can protect you.; Senmin: Thank you, Rover. Qiaomu, no matter what you're going to say, I'll go too.; Senmin: You wish for everyone's safety, and achieving that depends on completely solving this issue, doesn't it?; Qiaomu: Well... you're right.; Hoohoo: *An approving hoohoo*.; Qiaomu: Fine, fine! Just come with us. BUT! Promise you'll take care of yourself, okay?

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Let's go now!

(Head to the abandoned research institute: Qiaomu: Careful of those Hoochiefs! Rover, they're coming!; Hoohoo: *An angry Hoohoo*!; Rover: I'll deal with them.

(After defeating the lingering Hoochiefs): Senmin: This is it. I never thought I'd come back here after all this time...; Qiaomu: Seems like the door's locked.; Senmin: We might have activated some kind of defense mechanism when we left. Let's look around and see if we can unlock it.

(Open the gate to the research institute): Qiaomu: We made it! Let's go inside quick!

(Explore the research institute): Tattered Personal Memo
...Don't just focus on the superficial details; we must look beyond them to uncover the truth. This is what I've always been telling my students. However, I must admit, I too have been misled by the superficiality. For a long time, I've been attempting to improve the antibodies, hoping that they can aid us in exploring the Dim Forest more efficiently. I also aimed to use them to cure Hoohoo. Yet, my research has yielded no results so far. What should I do? It appears that Hoohoo's time is running short. It's more than a Tacet Discord but a true friend. The antibodies I make merely postpone its symptoms and fall short of a complete cure. Is this contamination irreversible? Can I find a way to neutralize it?
...Recently, I discovered that the purified spore cores we've extracted no longer contaminate their surroundings, so I tried to add them to the antibodies. Hoohoo showed no adverse reactions after taking them, and its health condition even improved. Perhaps this time, I've successfully made an effective antibody! However, there's been a surge in spores nearby lately. That's not a good sign...

Senmin: How's it going, Rover? Found anything?

Here you go.

Qiaomu: Fantastic! You've got a real talent for finding things. Let's check it out...

Senmin: ...

Qiaomu: Senmin...

Senmin: I see, so she made use of the spores themselves to produce the antibodies.

Senmin: I've only viewed these spores as a toxic threat, attempting to find a solution to eliminate them. Regrettably, I still haven't grasped what's hidden beneath the surface.

Senmin: Interestingly, it was my mentor, who didn't focus her research on the toxic spores, who eventually found a way to improve the antibody.

Senmin: And Hoohoo... It's truly her last achievement. This...

Qiaomu: This must be her final lesson for us!

Hoohoo: *An approving hoohoo*!

Qiaomu: We've got our hands on some core samples too. Time to head back and dive into our research!

Senmin: You're surprisingly proactive this time.

Qiaomu: After all, you were the one who told me solving this issue's the only way to ensure everyone's real safety, right?

Qiaomu: C'mon, let's go. It takes time to enhance the antibody, and we won't see any results until tomorrow afternoon, earliest by 6 o'clock.

Hoohoo: *An excited Hoohoo*!

Senmin: Yeah, you're right. Let's head back. See you tomorrow, Rover.

(Return to the campsite): Qiaomu: Rover, here you are. I have some good news!; You successfully improved the antibody?; Senmin: Yes, thanks to you, Rover, we managed to obtain the Offshoot Core sample and developed antibodies that gave us the freedom to explore heavily contaminated areas.; You're welcome.; We made this happen.; Qiaomu: Besides! The improved antibody passed the safety testing! There are no adverse reactions, so it's safe to use.; Senmin: Anyway, I can't thank you enough for your help.; Senmin: This is the latest antibody. Here you go.; Senmin: Let's tackle it at its root this time!

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Let's go, we will definitely succeed!

(Optional - Talk to Senmin): Senmin: I hope this time, we can completely eliminate the Main Core that is troubling the forest.

(Head to the bottom of the central giant tree): Qiaomu: We're here. Keep going up from here, and we'll reach the top of the tree.; Senmin: The Main Core is at the top of it. Rover, we're counting on you.

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: It's up there, Rover, let's go!

(Optional - Talk to Senmin): Senmin: I don't know what's waiting for us up there, Rover, be careful.

(Climb to the top of the central giant tree): Qiaomu: My, these Hoochiefs are so big! Careful! They've been contaminated!; Rover: Step down. I'll handle them!
(Defeat the controlled Hoochiefs)

(Return to your companions): Hoohoo: *A happy hoohoo*!; Qiaomu: Hoohoo looks very happy!; Senmin: Yeah, finally, it's all over.; The banyan tree is beautiful.; The air feels refreshing.; Senmin: Yeah... Lush vegetation, fresh air—I guess this must be what my mentor always dreamed of witnessing.; Qiaomu: This is also something we've been working towards.; Senmin: Thank you, Rover. You helped us save this forest.; You're welcome.; We made this happen.; Qiaomu: Thank you, Rover! Thank you, Senmin! And Hoohoo too!; Senmin: Also, thank you for your effort, Qiaomu. You're right. We made this happen together!; Senmin: Always see past the superficial details. I think this goes beyond the realm of scientific research.; Qiaomu: True. Anyway, we finally made it through this! What do you say? Shall we go catch a movie together during our break?; Hoohoo: Hoohoo?; Qiaomu: Don't worry, Hoohoo. I'll be staying with you in the forest before that!; Qiaomu: Oops, almost forgot. Your payment!; Senmin: Here you go. It may not be a hefty sum, but this is all we can put together for now. We are super thankful for your help.; Qiaomu: And these. Hoohoo prepared these bananas for you!; Hoohoo: Hoohoo!; Senmin: I have to get back to the Academy and put together a report on this case. Our mission has finally come to an end. Phew...; Senmin: Thank you, Rover.; Qiaomu: Hoohoo and I will still be around. There are so many places in the Dim Forest that are worth exploring!; Qiaomu: Especially the Violet Banyan! Hoohoo seems eager to visit it again!; Qiaomu: Rover, if you come to the Violet Banyan later, maybe we'll meet again!; Qiaomu: Well then, farewell!
(Quest Complete)

(Optional - Talk to Senmin): Senmin: Yeah... Lush vegetation, fresh air—I guess this must be what my mentor always dreamed of witnessing.

(Optional - Talk to Qiaomu): Qiaomu: Rover, if you come to the Violet Banyan later, maybe we'll meet again!

Video Guides[]

Guide: When the Forest is No Longer Dim

Other Languages[]

Language	Official Name
English	When the Forest is No Longer Dim
Chinese (S)	当森林不再阴霾
Chinese (T)	當森林不再陰霾
Japanese	森のもやが晴れる時に
Korean	숲이 더 이상 어둡지 않을 때
French	Quand la forêt n'est plus aveuglante
German	Wenn der Wald nicht mehr dunkel ist
Spanish	Cuando el bosque ya no está oscuro