Episode Quests are the main story quests in Ragnarok Online, unlocking new areas, features, and content as you progress through the game's narrative.
Episode Overview
HymnRO features content up to Episode 21 (Iwin's Legacy). Each episode introduces new maps, monsters, equipment, and storylines.
💡 Tip: Many episodes have level requirements. Check your level before starting a quest line!
Episode Quest Lines
Episode 13: Ash Vacuum
Level Requirement: 99+
Location: Start in Lighthalzen
Story: Uncover the secrets of the Rekenber Corporation and the bio-experiments in the Somatology Laboratory.
Unlocks:
- Biolab Dungeon access
- Episode 13 equipment
- Lighthalzen story continuation
Episode 14: Yggdrasil
Level Requirement: 100+
Locations: Splendide, Manuk, Bifrost
Story: Explore the realm of the World Tree and encounter the Sapha and Laphine races.
Quest Lines:
- Splendide (Laphine Village)
- Manuk (Sapha Village)
- Bifrost Tower exploration
Unlocks:
- Mora Village
- Mora equipment and enchants
- Bifrost fields and dungeons
Episode 15: Fantasmagorica
Level Requirement: 130+
Location: Geffen Magic Tournament
Story: Enter the Geffen Magic Tournament and face powerful mage opponents.
Unlocks:
- Geffen Magic Tournament Instance
- Geffen Night Arena
- Episode 15 equipment
Episode 16: Terra Gloria
Level Requirement: 140+
Locations: Prontera, Dimensional Gorge
Story: A new threat emerges as dimensional rifts appear across Rune-Midgarts.
Quest Lines:
- 16.1 - Banquet for Heroes
- 16.2 - Terra Gloria
Unlocks:
- New World access improvements
- Terra Gloria equipment
- Story instances
Episode 17: Illusion
Level Requirement: 150+
Locations: Various Illusion Dungeons
Story: Reality becomes distorted as illusions of classic dungeons appear with enhanced dangers.
Quest Lines:
- 17.1 - Illusion of Moonlight
- 17.2 - Heart Hunter investigation
- 17.3 - Additional Illusion dungeons
Unlocks:
- All Illusion Dungeons
- Illusion Equipment
- Werner Laboratory
- Heart Hunter War Base
Episode 18: Royal Banquet
Level Requirement: 170+
Locations: Prontera Castle, Glast Heim
Story: Political intrigue in the Royal Court leads to dark revelations.
Quest Lines:
- 18.1 - Fall of Glast Heim
- 18.2 - Royal succession drama
Unlocks:
- Fall of Glast Heim instance
- Episode 18 equipment
- New Glast Heim areas
Episode 19: Isgard
Level Requirement: 180+
Locations: Constellation Tower, northern regions
Story: Journey to the frozen north and discover the secrets of Isgard.
Unlocks:
- Constellation Tower
- Isgard region maps
- Episode 19 equipment
- Tomb of Remorse
Episode 20: Infinite Chasm
Level Requirement: 190+
Locations: Infinite Space, dimensional areas
Story: The boundaries between dimensions continue to weaken.
Unlocks:
- Infinite Space content
- Episode 20 instances
- Advanced enchant systems
Episode 21: Iwin's Legacy
Level Requirement: 200+
Locations: Jordam region
Story: The newest chapter in the Ragnarok saga.
Unlocks:
- Jordam region
- New instances
- 4th Job related content
- Latest equipment
Starting Episode Quests
Most episode quests start in one of these ways:
- NPC in town - Look for NPCs with quest markers
- Eden Group - Some episodes start through Eden
- Auto-navigation - Use
@navito find quest NPCs - Level notification - System messages when you reach required level
Quest Tracking
- Press Alt+U to open the Quest Log
- Active quests show objectives and progress
- Completed quests are stored in the log
- Use
@questcommand for quick status
Episode Quest Tips
- Follow the story - Cutscenes provide important context
- Don't skip dialogue - NPCs give hints for puzzles
- Prepare for battles - Boss fights are common
- Bring supplies - Long quest chains may require healing items
- Party up - Some quest battles are easier in groups
ℹ️ Note: Episode quests often have prerequisites. If a quest isn't available, check if you've completed earlier episodes.
Quest Rewards
Episode quests typically reward:
- Base & Job EXP - Significant amounts
- Zeny - Currency rewards
- Equipment - Episode-specific gear
- Access - New maps and dungeons
- Story - Lore and world-building
See Also
- Daily_Quests — Repeatable daily content
- Eden_Group — Eden Group quests
- Instances — Instance dungeons by episode
- Getting_Started — New player guide