Throughout each Chapter in Zero no Kiseki (Trails from Zero), there are many side quests that will earn you more DP. Here is a guide on how to find and complete all of them.
Prologue.
Support Request Explanation:
Rewards: 5 DP, 1500 Mira.
Once you’ve finished the quest, go back to the SSS building and examine the PC, and choose the 2nd option to report it. Choose the first option again to accept 3 more quests.
Lost Item Search:
Rewards: 3 DP, 1000 Mira.
Vacancy Verification:
Rewards: 3 DP, 1000 Mira.
Geofront A1 Sector Monster Extermination:
Rewards: 5 DP, 1500 Mira.
General Knowledge Test (Hidden)
Head to the Bracer’s Guild and talk to the receptionist. He will challenge you to a game of trivia to find out how much you know about the world. All the information for the questions and answers can be found in the books at the library. To save some time here are the answers as followed:
- Approximately 50 years ago.
- Professor C. Epstein/C.
- Septium Fragments.
- The Golden Stallion.
- Verne Company.
- Septian Church.
- Congregation for Divine Worship.
- Leman State.
- Phantom Thief B.
- Non-Aggression Pact.
Rewards: 3(+2)DP, 1500Mira, Action1 Quartz
Chapter 1:
Overdue Book Retrieval:
Rewards: 3 DP, 1000 Mira.
Assistance With New Service:
Talk to the receptionist Lanfei to accept the quest.
Exchange 30 of each type of sepiths to finish the quest.
Rewards: 3 DP, 1000 Mira.
Hunting for Ingredients:
He wants some ingredients.
– 4 Monster Fish Meat.
– 3 Monster Wings.
Monster Wings are easy to get, and you should have more than enough when you reach Armorica Village.
As for the Monster Fish Meat, you’ll have to wait until you reach the 3rd screen of the St. Ursula byroad. There will be a monster chest that spawns some enemies that will give you enough Monster Fish Meat. You can also get these by giving a Nekomanma (Cat Treat) to Koppe in the S.S.S. HQ rooftop.
*Note* If you want to earn the full amount of DP for this quest, go and talk to Bennett at the back of the store (the lady to the Left), she will request an additional 2 Monster Wings. If you choose to wait until you return from Armorica Village to deliver, you will have an excess of them. Once you got all ingredients, return to the Bakery and deliver the requested items to Bennett First. Then you can go and give Oscar his stuff and finish the quest with all 6 DP in the bag.
Rewards: 3(+3)DP, 1500 Mira.
Search for Kitten’s Owner (Hidden):
*Note*Available after you’ve returned from Armorica Village.
Rewards: 5 DP, 500 Mira
Chapter 1- Day 2:
Passanger Raid/Inspection Assistance Wanted:
Doing that will complete the quest.
Rewards: 3(+2)DP, 2000 Mira.
Abandoned Apartment Monster Cleanup:
Defeat ALL the enemies to trigger an event. Go back up to the main entrance for an event and a new path will open up. Elie and Tio will also temporarily leave the party. In the new area, defeat all the enemies, then enter the door after the orbment station for a boss fight.
Boss: Mosquito x4, Superior Mosquito.
Defeat the boss to finish the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 2500 Mira.
Mainz Mountain Path Monster Extermination:
Defeat the Monster to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Longing for Misshi (Hidden):
*Note*Available after you return from St. Ursula Medical College.
You can either buy medals with mira, or play casino games to win them. Finally head back to the Old Dragon Inn and Talk to Lars & Kurt again to give them the plush and clear the quest
Rewards: 5 DP, 500 Mira.
Chapter 2:
Enigma Combat Test:
are better suited for this task. It is just a matter of allocating the right quartz on their arrays and using the art in battle. Once you’ve used it, you can return to Wendy to report the results and clear the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 1500 Mira, Libra Gem.
Guardian Force Drill Participation:
First Fight:
Boss: Guardsman – Assault Rifle, Guardsman – Halberd x3.
Second Fight:
Boss: Sergeant Major Seeker, Guardsman – Assault Rifle, Guardsman – Halberd x3.
Rewards: 4(+3)DP, 3000 Mira.
West Crossbell Highway Monster Extermination:
Location: A Giant plant located at the Bus Stop halfway from Crossbell City to Bellguard Gate.
*Note*(Equip an item that prevents poison)
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Old Road Property Monster Extermination:
Defeat the 5 groups of Fartacus (8 per battle).
Rewards: 5 DP, 2500 Mira.
*Note!* (If playing the Vita version be sure to open a treasure chest that contains the Feather Tackle.
It’s important for a Vita Exclusive Sidequest. There are only two chest in that area so open both of them.)
Vita exclusive sidequest below. If you are not playing the Vita Version skip to the next part.
Ultimate Bread Showdown!(Vita Exclusive):
From there obtain the following monster ingredients:
Beast Flesh x5.
Clear Gelatin x3.
Fish Fillet x3.
Monster Egg x5.
Check the Battle Notebook and look through it to see which enemies drop these.
Also obtain the following:
Luscious Orange.
Crying Onion.
These drop from enemies or can be bought.
Finally go back to Morges’ Bakery and talk to Morges again to hand over the ingredients to complete the quest.
When prompted to give something extra to Oscar, choose Luscious Orange/情熱オレンジ (+1DP).
When prompted to give something extra to Bennet, choose Crying Onion/号泣オニオン (+1DP).
Rewards: 3(+2)DP, 5000 Mira.
Chapter 2- Day 2
Fishing for Ingredients:
- Berga Bug on East Crossbell Highway.
- Deathcargot and Ocean Drome on Ursula Road.
Catch at least 5 Eel using the Novice Rod and Earthworms from one of the following locations:
- Crossbell City – Harbor District
- East Crossbell Highway – River
- Ursula Road – Estuary
- West Crossbell Highway – Pond
Fnally go back to the Old Dragon Inn and talk to Shanshan again. Choose Eel to hand them over (+5DP) and complete the quest.
Rewards: 3(+5)DP, 1500 Mira.
Testaments Training:
Fight 1:
Boss: Vesse, Ryan, Azel, Kientz
Fight 2:
Boss: Slash, Koki, Jedd, Huey
Fight 3:
Boss: Vesse, Ryan, Azel, Kientz, Slash, Koki, Jedd, Huey
*Note*This fight is the first two fights combined.
Rewards: 4(+5)DP, 2000 Mira.
Rare Herb Retrieval:
Rewards: 3 DP, 1500 Mira.
East Crossbell Highway Monster Extermination:
Boss: Savage Horn x2
Defeat the boss to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Vita exclusive sidequest below. If you are not playing the Vita Version skip to the next part.
Search for the Oversleeping Doctor (Vita Exclusive):
Go to St. Ursula Medical College and head to the 2nd floor of the main building, into the door behind the Nurse Center, and talk to the nurse Martha to accept the quest. Then talk to both Cecile and Meifa in this room. Now exit the room and talk to Philia behind the counter. From there go into room 202 and talk to the nurse Chiron. Go back downstairs and talk to the receptionist Sera on the left. Now go through the door next to the information counter, through the door to the south, and talk to both Gary and Chaleur.
Now exit the main building, go into the side building, up one set of stairs, into the door to the left of the stairs, and talk to the maid Marone in the hallway. Go back to the previous room, up to the 3rd floor, into the first room on the right, and talk to Gwen. Then exit the building for an event. From there talk to the guard Tony at the front gate. Proceed to examine the bus sign and choose the first option for an event (you will then automatically be back at Crossbell).
Head to Station Street and talk to Lyd walking in front of the station. Next go to Central Square and talk to Kate in front of the bell. Now go to the Administrative District and talk to Chroma at the juice stand. From there head to the Harbor District; talk to Ozelle at the ramen stand, Cunha walking around, and Quine fishing at the dock. Then go to Trinity in the Downtown District and talk to both Wazy and Azel. Proceed to the Library in the Administrative District and talk to the receptionist Miles. Finally go up to the 2nd floor and talk to Ursuline sleeping on the bench to complete the quest.
Rewards: 3 DP, 3000 Mira.
Lost Wedding Ring (Hidden)
Available: After you come out from Geofront – Sector B.
*Note*To activate it, first you need to speak with Zeit at the S.S.S. HQ after you come out from Geofront – Sector B.
side for a short scene. Go to the Back Alley and enter Imelda’s Shop for another scene. Leave and go to the bar Galante and talk to the bartender. Then talk to Sandra the hostess who is asleep on the bar. You’ll get back the ring and return it to its owner to clear the quest.
Rewards: 5 DP, 1000 Mira
Chapter 3-Day2:
Illegal Parking Crackdown:
Rewards:3(+4)DP, 1500 Mira.
Important Item Retrieval:
- Examine the center area
- Examine the 2 corners on the west side
- Examine the spot between the guards
- Examine the lower right corner to complete the quest (must have examined the above spots)
Rewards: 3 DP, 1500 Mira.
Geofront B1 Sector Monster Extermination:
The Monster is located in the big room just before Jonah’s hideout so take the vent shortcut.
Boss: Big Drome, Dark Attendant x4
Defeat the boss to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Missing Associate Professor:
Earthworm x5
Red Flies x5.
At the fishing spot near Lloyd (the fisherman), catch at least 1 Kasagin using the Feather Tackle with Red Flies. Then go to the fishing spot near the monster chest, and use the Novice Rod with Kasagin bait to catch a Catfish (+3DP. If you already have a Catfish in your inventory, you don’t need to catch another one and will still get the bonus DP.)
Talk to the guy in the brown hat and choose the 2nd option to compare fish and complete the quest.
*Note*You will automatically return back to St. Ursula Medical College
Rewards:5(+3)DP, 3000 Mira.
Chapter 3-Day 3:
Mine Monster Cleanup:
Defeat ALL groups of enemies in the mine to trigger an event.
*Note* that they can’t be defeated with field attacks and must be defeated through normal battle.
After you defeat the last group, choose the 1st option to go back to the mayor’s house and complete the quest or the 2nd option to continue exploring. If you chose to continue exploring, just head back to the mine entrance to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 3000 Mira.
Stalker Investigation:
The party goes automatically to her home, located at the top of the Villa Leysin.
Once inside check the two “!” marks, one by the table with the wine bottles and the other on the bed. Next, go and talk to every person inside this building shown below:
- The maid in the hallway of the second floor.
- The couple living in the 2nd floor apartment.
- And the couple living in the 1st floor apartment.
Then go out through the exit on the back of the stairs at the 1st floor (it is a bit hard to see). Go to where the chest is located and check the “!” mark for a scene. Return to the apartment for some more scenes, and the quest is over.
(Optional) Go back to Arc en Ciel and talk to the receptionist Roland and Balsamo by the counter.
Rewards: 3 DP, 1500 Mira.
Old Armorica Road Monster Extermination:
at the 1st Chapter).
Boss: Sepith Demon x2
Defeat the boss to complete the quest
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Exposing the Counterfeit Dealers:
At the 1st prompt, choose the 1st option: Working independently (+1DP)
At the 2nd prompt, choose the 2nd option: The kind old lady who claims she came to Crossbell to see her grandchild for for the first time in three years. Then choose the 1st option: Definitely (+2DP) to complete the quest.
*Note* You’ll automatically return to the C.S.P.D building.
Rewards: 5(+3)DP, 2000 Mira.
Chapter 3 – Day 4:
Serial Theft Investigation:
- Harbor District
Mithra at the gelato stand.
Yaqi at the steak stand.
Ozelle at the ramen stand. - Central Square
Nardol at the burger stand.
Mazie at the sweets stand.
Arona at the popcorn stand. - Administrative District
Chroma at the juice stand.
Derrick at the Ash Tree stand. - Entertainment District
Lime at the pizza stand.
Sophielle at the ice cream stand.
Go back to the Harbor District and talk to the people in front of the tent again
Answer the questions as shown below (+2DP):
3rd option: Stolen while owner is distracted.
3rd option: For their enjoyment.
2nd option: A youthful duo.
Anser the last question as shown below (+2DP):
1st option: Central Square’s sweets stall.
After you complete the quest, talk to the following food stand owners again to get free food as thanks.
Rewards: 3(+5)DP, 1500 Mira.
East Crossbell Highway Monster Extermination:
This Monster is located on the same screen as the fishing spot on the Crossbell City side of the bridge. It is that giant red crab riding a bubble.
Boss: Bubbly Scissors G x2
Defeat the boss to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Missing Tourists:
Continue to the next area for a boss fight:
Boss: Blade Fang x4
Defeat the Monsters to clear the quest (+3DP)
*Note*After the fight, you’ll automatically be back at Armorica Village.
Rewards: 5(+3)DP 2000 Mira.
The Many Famous Views of Crossbell:
The following are the 9 locations that you need to Photograph throughout Crossbell:
- Armorica Village: Examine the spot to the left of the mayor’s house.
- Old Armorica Road (1st area from East Crossbell Highway intersection): Examine the spot near the wooden gate.
- Crossbell Cathedral: Go to the graveyard area and examine the spot at the top of the hill to the right of the tomb.
- Mainz Mountain Path (intersection): Examine the spot between the two bridges in front of the waterfall.
- Mainz Mountain Path (Moon Temple Area): Go all the way to the end and examine the spot in front of the roadblocks.
- Ursula Road (1st area from Crossbell): Go east across the bridge and examine the spot on the platform.
- Stargazer’s Tower (outside area): Examine the spot on the walkway between two ramps.
- West Crossbell Highway (area east of the intersection): Examine the spot in front of the railing overlooking the train tracks.
- Ancient Battlefield: Take the right branch from the first area, up the stairs of the small building, and examine the spot behind the bell.
When you have all the pictures go talk to the receptionist of the C.N.S Building. Grace will evaluate your pictures then. If you get all 9 locations, you’ll earn extra DP.
Rewards: 3(+3)DP, 2000 Mira.
Chapter 3 – Day 5:
Urgent Request from City Hall:
- The bell at Central Square. Access it by climbing the manhole ladder on
Geofront – Sector A1, 1st floor. - Check the fish tank on the second floor of the Fishermen Society in East
Street. - Check the back speaker of the Saber Viper’s hangout ‘Ignis’.
- Go to the Crossbell Airport, which is located at the southern exit of Crossbell City (choose the Ursula Byroad option from the city map) and talk to the man who is standing at the Baggage Claim section.
- Check the golden plate at the back of the room on the 1st floor of the
Crossbell Times building. - Go to the Macdowell manor on Residencial District and check the right room
on the 2nd floor to complete the quest.
Rewards: 3 DP, 2000 Mira, Sagittarius Gem
Mainz Mountain Path Monster Extermination:
Boss: Feathered Mole x4, Grand Mole
Defeat the monsters to complete the quest
Rewards: 4 DP, 2000 Mira.
Where Is the Engagement Ring? (Hidden):
Available: During the Black Auction Investigation once you reach Mishelam.
Platinum ring. Get it at Fortuna Restaurant.
Gold ring. Gotten around the fishing point by the pier.
Pearl ring. The fountain by the front of the theme park.
Go back to Thomas and show them to him to trigger a scene. Then watch the scene at the bench in the Resort area. You will see a sparkle in the water. Use whichever Rod and Bait to fish it out.
Go back to Hotel Delfinia and talk to Thomas again to return the ring and complete the quest.
Rewards: 5 DP, 1000 Mira, Invigorate Quartz.
Vita exclusive sidequest below. If you are not playing the Vita Version skip to the next part.
Search for a Certain Person:
Head out the north exit of Mishelam and talk to the right staff member in front of the sign to accept the quest.
Go to where the boat is and talk to the green-haired guy by the water. Then Go into Mishelam and talk to the girl walking around near Boutique Colserica. From there go up the stairs to Hotel Delfinia, into the west hallway, and talk to the maids. Finally go back downstairs and out the west exit to complete the quest.
Rewards: 2 DP, 1500 Mira
Intermission:
Geofront A2 Sector Monster Extermination(Hidden):
The Monster is located at the back of the boss room. You can get there easily by taking the left elevator when entering the Geofront.
Boss: Gold Cricket
Defeat the boss to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 3000 Mira.
A Treat for the Mayor (Hidden):
Rewards: 5 DP, 2000 Mira.
Guest Lecturer for Sunday School(Hidden):
- 3rd option: Military.
- 1st option: First Investigative Division.
- 1st option: To record the progress of investigations.
- 1st option: Fifth generation.
- 2nd option: Maintaining public order and compliance with state law.
- 2nd option: Graduate from the police academy.
- 2nd option: The white wolves’ assistance.
- 1st option: Geofront A Sector.
- 2nd option: Power to interfere with the government.
- Any answer.
Rewards: 5(+3)DP, 2000 Mira.
Chapter 4:
State-Wide Overdue Book Retrieval:
1st book:
Head to Armorica Village. Then go into Ash Tree Inn and talk to Alfred sitting at the bar. Now go talk to Elkin in front of the truck by the entrance. Next go into the circular house to the north of Reoir General Store and talk to Donald. Finally go into the small circular building next to the mayor’s house and examine a crate to find Arc en Ciel Enthusiast.
2nd book:
Head to Mainz Mining Village and go into the mine and talk to Logy near the entrance. Go through the mine to the bottom area until you see a sparkle (not the abandoned mine) and examine the sparkle for a fight.
Boss: Nepenthes G x5.
After the fight, you will receive Strange & Wonderful Crossbell.
3rd book:
Head to St. Ursula Medical College and go into the side building and talk to Flora on the couch near the window. Proceed up to the roof, towards the southeast end, and examine the glass doors (choose the 1st option). Then go into the center section and examine the back part of the right bookshelf to find Effective Use of Five Minutes. Head back to Crossbell and go back to the Library. Talk to Miles again to return the books and complete the quest.
Rewards: 3 DP, 2000 Mira.
A Sincere Favor:
Rewards: 3(+3)DP, 2500 Mira.
West Crossbell Highway Monster Extermination:
Boss: Quetzalcoatl x2
Defeat Boss to clear the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 5000 Mira.
A Present for Father(Hidden):
Rewards: 3 DP, 2000 Mira.
The next two quests are Vita exclusive below. If you are not playing the Vita Version skip to the next part.
Clerk’s Customer Service Guidance (Vita Exclusive):
Head on over to Mainz Mining Village and go into Der Ziegel Inn, talk to the receptionist Noma to accept the quest. Then talk to the waitress Luka and choose the 2nd option.
Head back to Crossbell and obtain the following equipment:
- Purrfect Suit: Buy from Barca Casino for 5000 Medals
- Purrfect Boots: Buy from Barca Casino for 500 Medals
- Purrfect Tail: Buy from Times Department Store for 500 Mira
- Purrfect Ears: Buy from Times Department Store for 500 Mira
Equip the 4 Purrfect items on Tio. Go back to Der Ziegal Inn and talk to Luka again to complete the quest.
*Note*Don’t forget to switch Tio’s equipment back (if you want to).
Rewards: 3 DP, 3000 Mira.
Guest Lecturer for Sunday School [Continued](Vita Exclusive):
*Note*This sidequest only shows up if you did the “Guest Lecturer for Sunday School” sidequest from the Intermission.
Go to Crossbell Cathedral’s main building and go through the south door for an event. Then talk to Sister Marble to accept the quest. Choose the following answers during the lecture:
- 1st option: Elie.
- 2nd option: Tio.
- 1st option: Elie.
- 3rd option: Randy.
- 1st option: Elie.
- 4th option: Lloyd.
- 3rd option: Randy.
- 4th option: Lloyd.
Rewards: 3(+2)DP, 2000 Mira.
*Note* For max DP The sidequest, “Creative Cooks Wanted!” can’t be fully completed yet. It requires having all the recipes (except the last one). This will be covered in the next chapter when you do have them all. Continue with the main story when ready.
Chapter 4-Day 2:
Search for an Important Person:
Choose 1st option: Suddenly ran away from home. Go back and talk to Representative Campbell again. Then talk to the Republican Representative on the couch. Go back to the other room and examine the desk again.
Choose 2nd option: This morning.
Choose 3rd option: IBC.
Go into the IBC building for an event. Then talk to the receptionist Lanfei. Next take the elevator up to 16F, go into the room at the end of the hallway, and talk to Mariabell. From there go to Crossbell Airport and talk to the receptionist Marcana. Next head to Crossbell Station on Station Street and go into the platform 1 gate for an event after which you’ll be on a train. Proceed east to the next train car, then east again for an event.
Talk to Carla (purple-haired girl) and choose the following answers:
- 2nd option: We’re on a trip to the Republic.
- 1st option: Your father is to blame.
- 3rd option: Your maid is worried sick.
Rewards: 3(+9)DP, 2000 Mira.
Collecting Flowers for Resting Places:
- West Crossbell Highway (intersection): Go south and examine the yellow flowers near the gate to get the Levas Flower
- Mainz Mountain Path (Moon Temple Area): Go to the lower area and examine the blue flowers by the chests to get the Riquem Flower
- East Crossbell Highway (1st map from Crossbell): Go across the bridge, up the stairs, and examine the white flowers behind a rock near the building to get the Finnel Flower
Return to Crossbell Cathedral and talk to Old Man Quint again to hand over the flowers and complete the quest.
Rewards: 3 DP, 2000 Mira.
Getting a New Doll(Hidden):
*Note*[This sidequest only shows up if you have 288DP or more
(Your Max DP at this time should be 303 for PSP & PC and 321 for Vita)
If you’re short by 7DP or less, you can complete the “Creative Cooks Wanted!” sidequest now for 3(+4)DP instead of later for 3(+6)DP]
Boss: Angel Doll x4, Tildawn Doll x4
This will be a difficult fight if you’re unprepared. The Tildawn Dolls reflect all physical attacks including S-crafts, so come prepared with magic. In the tactics menu, place your party members in the 4 corners to minimize damage from the AOE attacks. After the fight, go back through the gate for an event. Return back to Crossbell and talk to Imelda to complete the quest.
Rewards: 8 DP, 5000 Mira.
Chapter 4 – Day 3:
Stargazer’s Tower Monster Extermination:
Boss: Org Virage x2
Defeat the boss to complete the quest
Rewards: 4 DP, 5000 Mira, Craft Book – Star.
Moon Temple Monster Extermination:
Boss: Vizou x2
Defeat the boss to complete the quest
Rewards: 4 DP, 5000 Mira, Craft Book – Moon.
Ancient Battlefield Monster Extermination:
Boss: Dark Legend x2.
Defeat the boss to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 5000 Mira, Craft Book – Sun.
Orbal Staff Enhancement:
Rewards: 4 DP, 3000 Mira, Tio’s bond points +5.
Final Chapter:
Creative Cooks Wanted:
- 10-14 dishes handed over (+0DP)
- 15-19 dishes handed over (+2DP)
- 20-22 dishes handed over (+4DP)
- 23-24 dishes handed over (+6DP)
*Note* Even if you’re missing a recipe, if you have its peculiar dish in your inventory,
it will still count towards the total for bonus DP (some can be bought). If Reflect Liquid was one of the dishes you handed over (made from Rich Cream Soup), you’ll also get the final recipe, Ripe Onion Soup and an achievement/record.
Rewards: 3(+6)DP, 2000 Mira.
If on NG+ there is one more sidequest available: If not then ingnore this quest.
Strange Phenomenon in the Geofront (NG+Only):
Go to the Residential Street. Then enter Geofront – B Sector and talk to the staff member by the boxes to accept the quest. Head into the newly unlocked door and down the elevator to get to a new section of Geofront – B Sector. Make your way through the dungeon and once you get to the orbment station, save and continue for the dungeon boss.
Boss: Regna Veriel, Executor x2, Frost Slime x3
The boss can inflict Confuse, Seal, and Freeze, so plan accordingly. After beating the boss, go north, up the elevator, then south to complete the quest.
Rewards: 4 DP, 5000 Mira.
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