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 Directory
| Early Episodes (Lv 100-140) | Mid Episodes (Lv 140-170) | Late Episodes (Lv 170-190) | End-Game (Lv 190+) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Ep 17.1: Illusion |
Ep 19: Issgard, Land of Snow Flowers |
Episode Overview
HymnRO features content from Episode 14.3 through Episode 21 (Age of Heroes). Each episode introduces new maps, monsters, equipment, and storylines.
💡 Tip: Many episodes have level requirements. Check your level before starting a quest line!
Region Quest Lines
In addition to main episodes, the following regions have their own quest content:
| Region | Level | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Malangdo | 80+ | Cat merchant island with unique quests and enchants |
| Malaya | 100+ | Port Malaya, Filipino-themed region |
| El_Dicastes | 120+ | Sapha underground city |
| Eclage | 130+ | Laphine fairy village |
| Mora | 140+ | Fairy forest village with equipment enchants |
| Rock_Ridge | 150+ | Western frontier town |
Episode Quest Lines
Episode 14.3: Flame Basin
Level Requirement: 100+
Location: Flame Basin, Dimensional areas
Story: Face the aftermath of dimensional disturbances and encounter Guardian Nidhogg.
Quest Lines:
- Dimensional Travel Quest
- Flaming Basin exploration
- Doom Prayers
Unlocks:
- Flame Basin maps
- Episode 14.3 equipment
- Nidhogg's blessing buffs
Episode 15.1 and 15.2: Phantasmagorika
Level Requirement: 140+
Locations: Juperos, Phantasmagorika ruins
Story: Rekenber Corporation recruits adventurers to excavate newly discovered ancient ruins in Juperos.
Quest Lines:
- 15.1 - Phantasmagorika Main Quest
- 15.1 - Wandering Bard Quest
- 15.1 - Police Quests
- 15.2 - Continuation
Unlocks:
- Phantasmagorika dungeon access
- Episode 15 equipment
- New Juperos content
Episode 16: Banquet of Heroes / Terra Gloria
Level Requirement: 100+ (with New World access)
Locations: Prontera, Royal Palace
Story: The Royal Palace hosts a banquet celebrating the heroes who helped defeat Morocc. Political intrigue unfolds.
Quest Lines:
- 16.1 - Banquet of Heroes (Royal celebration)
- 16.2 - Terra Gloria (Rune-Midgarts storyline)
Prerequisites: Must have New World access (Onward to the New World Quest or Cat Paw Agent Quest)
Unlocks:
- Terra Gloria story content
- Episode 16 equipment
- Story instances
Episode 17.1: Illusion / 17.2: Sage's Legacy
Level Requirement: 150+
Locations: Various Illusion Dungeons
Story: Reality becomes distorted as illusions of classic dungeons appear with enhanced dangers. Nihil's storyline unfolds.
Quest Lines:
- 17.1 - Illusion (Nihil storyline, throne succession)
- 17.2 - Sage's Legacy
Unlocks:
- All Illusion Dungeons
- Illusion Equipment
- Werner Laboratory
- Heart Hunter War Base
Episode 18: Direction of Prayer
Level Requirement: 170+
Locations: Arunafeltz, Rachel
Story: Return to Arunafeltz to uncover divisions within the religious society and conflicts between migrants and natives.
Unlocks:
- New Arunafeltz content
- Episode 18 equipment
- Grey Wolf Village access
Episode 19: Issgard, Land of Snow Flowers
Level Requirement: 180+
Locations: Issgard
Story: Journey to the frozen land of Issgard and discover its secrets.
Unlocks:
- Issgard region maps
- Episode 19 equipment
- New instances
Episode 20: The Immortal
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: Age of Heroes
Level Requirement: 230+
Locations: Alberta (past), Lunaforma
Prerequisites: Complete "Undying" quest from Episode 20
Story: Travel to the past with Mage Nilem to investigate dimensional rift symptoms on a remote island in Eisgarn, leading to a confrontation with the Yormungandr sect. Set during the era before Rune-Midgard's establishment.
Unlocks:
- Yormungandr's Temple
- "Final Battle" memorial dungeon
- "Memory Fragment" memorial dungeon
- Gaebolg and Yorscalp 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