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You deserve better side quests than having to bring 10 rat butts to the local tavern owner, in EVERY game EVER! That's right! Because creating meaningful relationships between characters and quests can make your world more insightful and interesting for the player. Keeping them invested in what's happening and ready to explore every corner of your world.

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Jason Youngberg

The only time I saw the "kill 10 rats" type quest work was in City of Heroes where the point was to introduce you to a new villain group. But even that can be improved.

ExtraCredits

I remember A Bard's Tale specifically making fun of this quest. It's just like starting every RPG party out in a tavern. It's cliche but fun if you invest the time into creating a memorable moment for the players. :)

Anonymous

I'm going to have to rewatch this on a Friday night... And take a drink for every "RAT BUTT!" 🤣 But yes, those quests take you out of the immersion like nothing else