The main storyline quests (MSQ) often lead adventurers on epic journeys filled with surprises, challenges, and unique rewards in FFXIV. One such quest, known colloquially as Sprout's FFXIV MSQ Surprise Mount Showcase, takes players on an adventure involving mysterious mounts and unexpected encounters. In this guide, we will provide a detailed walkthrough of this quest, complete with lists and tables to help you navigate through its various stages.

 

• Quest Background
• Quest Walkthrough
• Detailed Quest Description

 

↖ Quest Background

The quest begins with the player receiving a task from an NPC named Russ. Injuries to several of his comrades have left him short-handed, and he requires a capable sword to complete an unfinished duty. The task at hand is relatively straightforward: eliminate the local Chigoe population to acquire three of their egg sacs. Once obtained, the player must deliver these egg sacs to a character named Rangoon at Gilbert's Spire.

 

↖ Quest Walkthrough

Let's break down the quest into its key components and provide a step-by-step guide:

Stage	Objective
1	Speak to Russ to receive the quest.
2	Eliminate the local Chigo population and collect three of their egg sacs.
3	Deliver the egg sacs to Rangoon at Gilbert's Spire.
4	Retrieve survey records, a surveyor's rope, and two boxes of surveyor's instruments from a nearby cave.
5	Return to Russ and deliver the surveying equipment and records.
6	Proceed to Pauline at Gabino's Bower and help thin out the Anol population.
7	Collect an Anol egg while reducing the Anol threat.
8	Deliver the Anol egg to Pauline at Gabino's Bower.
9	Travel southeast to Spirit Hold Dungeon to resolve a crisis.
10	Search for the hero and rescue any remaining party members.

 

↖ Detailed Quest Description

Stage	Objective	Location	NPC/Task	Rewards/Outcome
1	Speak to Russ	Starting Location	Russ	Initial quest briefing
2	Eliminate the Chigo Population	Designated Area	Defeat Chigo population	Collect 3 Chigo egg sacs
3	Deliver Egg Sacs to Rangoon	Gilbert's Spire	Locate Rangoon	Valuable information, gratitude
4	Retrieve Survey Equipment	Nearby Cave	Retrieve survey records, rope, and instruments	Survey equipment and records
5	Return to Russ	Starting Location	Hand over surveying equipment	Brief conversation
6	Help Thin Out the Anol Population	Gabino's Bower	Assist Pauline	Reduce Anol threat
7	Collect an Anol Egg	Gabino's Bower	Collect Anol egg	Essential for the quest
8	Deliver the Anol Egg	Gabino's Bower	Deliver Anol egg to Pauline	Thanks for restoring balance in the forest
9	Resolve the Crisis at Spirit Hold	Spirit Hold Dungeon	Resolve the crisis	Mission completion
10	Search for the Hero	Inside Spirit Hold Dungeon	Search for hero, rescue party members	Face formidable foes if necessary

 

Conclusion:

Completing the Sprout's FFXIV MSQ Surprise Mount Showcase quest is not only an exciting adventure but also a rewarding experience. Along the way, you'll encounter various challenges and meet intriguing characters. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer to Eorzea, this guide should help you navigate the quest smoothly. Remember to stay vigilant, and may your journey be filled with success and surprise mounts!