A Commission From the Curatorium of Secrets (Quest)
Last updated 2026-07-15
A Commission From the Curatorium of Secrets is an Event Quest during the Where Waves Meet the Reef Event.
Steps
- Read the letter from the Curatorium of Secrets
- Visit the Curatorium of Secrets
- Go to the event venue
- Coordinate with the exhibition participants (0/3)
- Complete the quests The Infamous Merc Captain, The Top Dog of the Criminal Underworld, and The Workshop Owner With a Sweet Tooth
- Let Jahoda know that the exhibition participants are all here
- Visit your friends' booths
- Visit the Curatorium of Secrets
- Leave the Curatorium of Secrets
Dialogue
Quest DescriptionOut of the blue, you receive a letter from the Curatorium of Secrets. Nefer seems to have a commission that only you can handle...
- (Upon obtaining the quest)
- Paimon: We just got a letter from the Curatorium of Secrets. Nefer must need our help with something. C'mon, let's open it.
- (Read the invitation letter in the event menu)
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To: (Traveler)
It's been a while, great hero of Teyvat.
You've traveled far and wide, met countless prominent figures and big shots of the world, and as we both know, that breadth of experience is one few can hope to match. In fact, I have a business matter that I believe you are uniquely suited to handle.
You will, of course, be generously compensated. If you're so inclined, head to the Curatorium of Secrets at your earliest convenience, and we can talk details.Accept Invitation
- Paimon: So, it is from Nefer. She sure dialed up the charm, huh...
- Paimon: Sounds like the payout could be huge, though... Let's head to the Curatorium and check it out!
- (Enter the Curatorium of Secrets)
- Paimon: Hello? Anyone here?
- (Faced away from the Traveler and Paimon, Nefer is seated on a couch while petting Ashru beside her)
- Nefer: Ah, you got here even earlier than I expected. That should give us just enough time to go over some details before the opening ceremony.
So, what did you need us to do?- Nefer: How about a cup of tea first? I'm sure it was a long trip.
- (If the player has not met Nefer yet, an introductory note appears on screen)
Nefer — Secret Beneath the Sands
Head of the Curatorium of Secrets, and the true power behind the scenes at the Voynich Guild.
Like so many others who have made their way to Nasha Town, she too is a kinless exile from a distant shore. However, she is no common soul worn thin by greed. She deftly walks that thin line between power and conspiracy, always looking out for the perfect moment to strike.
In the pursuit of intel or riches, you will find no better dealer. Just be sure to come prepared with a payment that is worthy of her time.
- (The scene changes, with the Traveler and Paimon seated opposite Nefer)
- Nefer: Now tell me, (Traveler) and Paimon... Have you heard of the "Nod-Krai Trade Expo"?
- (Paimon and the Traveler look at each other blankly for a moment)
- Paimon: Uh, nope...
- Nefer: A long time ago, back before Nasha Town even had that name, this place was essentially one giant black market.
- Nefer: With no administrative oversight, trade that was prohibited elsewhere was fair game here. So, this place began to attract business from all over Teyvat.
- Nefer: Over time, more and more people settled here, and what was once a black market became what is now Nasha Town.
- Nefer: The spirit of free trade has been a local staple ever since. Hence, the "Nod-Krai Trade Expo" was born.
- Paimon: So... is it like a business convention?
- Nefer: In a sense. It's an annual tradition once the shipping routes open up. The expo offers a chance to trade without restrictions.
- Nefer: In other words, it's the biggest "legal" black market in all of Teyvat.
So, is that why you asked me to come?- Nefer: Yes. The Voynich Guild is organizing the event, and that comes with a lot of responsibilities.
- Nefer: Normally, I would let Jahoda handle most of the work. But this year, it might prove too much for her to manage on her own.
- Nefer: Something tells me we'll have a lot of big names in attendance this time. Working with VIP clients takes someone with the right experience and connections.
- Nefer: Hence why I think Jahoda might need a helping hand.
- Paimon: Oh, so that's where (Traveler) comes in!
- Nefer: Exactly. I was hoping you could help her with participant coordination.
- It's nice of you to look out for Jahoda.
- Nefer: I don't know if I'd put it quite like that. I'm just interested in playing to people's strengths.
- Nefer: In addition, I think you'll find the compensation to be quite to your satisfaction. So, are you in?
- Yeah, should be a piece of cake.
- Nefer: Confident, I like it. This is exactly why I chose everyone's favorite globe-trotting hero for this job.
- Sure. But what's the catch?
- Nefer: Hah, good instincts.
- Nefer: I do have one special request, as the one offering this commission.
- Nefer: In principle, the Nod-Krai Trade Expo is a platform for commerce with no restrictions. That said, the Guild does have one line that is not to be crossed.
- Nefer: I'll need you to help make sure all participants are clear on this unspoken rule. As long as everyone complies, the expo should go off without a hitch.
- So what's the unspoken rule?
- Nefer: No violence at the expo. The Guild has pledged to ensure the safety of all sellers and buyers in attendance.
- Paimon: Violence? Whoa, that wasn't even on Paimon's radar... Just because it's legal doesn't change the fact that this is still a black market, huh...
- Nefer: If that line is crossed, the event will descend into chaos.
- Understood.
- Nefer: Of course, mediating such situations might prove complicated. So, if you ever want my judgment on the matter, just come find me.
- Nefer: The expo is being held on the shoreline to the southeast of Nasha Town. Jahoda is working on setting up the booths as we speak. She'll be able to provide details on the participants as well.
- Nefer: Alright, I suppose I'll leave you to it, then.
- Paimon: Yep, we've got this!
- (Talk to Nefer again, optional)
- Nefer: If you find yourself in a tricky situation, just come find me.
- (Approach the event venue)
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- (The Traveler and Paimon look around the event venue for a moment)
- Paimon: This is where Nefer said the expo should be...
- (Jahoda is surrounded by Fassbender, Lakkaberry, Nkrumah and Wislawa, while the Traveler and Paimon watch from some distance)
- Jahoda: Lemme think... Yeah, let's go with this! We can't keep changing the setup.
- Wislawa: Where are the goods being stored? You still haven't told us.
- Lakkaberry: And what's the Guild's cut on transactions this year?
- Jahoda: Sorry, um, one question at a time please...
- Jahoda: (Shoulda just stuck to cat wrangling...)
- (If the player has not met Jahoda yet, an introductory note appears on screen)
- Jahoda — Windthreading Shadow
The most capable employee of the Curatorium of Secrets. And also a young treasure hunter active in Nod-Krai.
She might normally seem reckless, like a lone boat swaying amidst the wind and waves — and utterly lacking in professional composure. But in moments of crisis, she always manages to advance and overcome, finding safe harbor in the end.
This harsh land has taught her precious lessons in survival: Always imagine the worst possible outcome and hold to one's instinct to escape, but never give up easily on a problem lying before you.
Also, never, ever, ever let go of the rudder in your hand.
- (The Traveler and Paimon approach Jahoda as the people surrounding her leave)
- Paimon: Hey, Jahoda.
- Jahoda: (Traveler)? Paimon? Sorry, I've got kind of a line here...
- Paimon: Don't worry. We're not here to pile more work on you.
- Nefer asked us to help you out.
- Jahoda: Really? Ah, Boss Nef, you absolute lifesaver! I'm seriously drowning over here! You two are doing me a huge favor...
- Paimon: Nefer asked us to handle participant coordination. So, how can we help?
- Jahoda: Ooh, lemme think... Oh, right! There are still three participants that haven't checked in...
- (The camera pans to show three unmanned stall)
- Jahoda: (At least, I think it was three...? C'mon, Jahoda, get a grip. I'm not forgetting anything... am I?)
- Paimon: Looks like Jahoda's doing her freaking-out face again...
- Don't panic. We're on your team.
- Jahoda: Sorry, there's just so much to keep track of...
- Paimon: Let's start with the basics, then. What does "participant coordination" involve, exactly?
- Jahoda: It's things like... registering all the participants, verifying their goods, showing them to their booths...
- Jahoda: Oh, and if any disputes break out between them, it's your job to mediate.
- Paimon: Got it!
- Jahoda: We're still waiting on the sellers for these last three booths. One's reserved for Aino, but as for the other two...
- Jahoda: They're both big-deal clients from abroad. The kind of people we really don't want to offend. So be extra careful around them, okay?
- Paimon: Hey, (Traveler)'s got this. What's the worst that could happen?
- Jahoda: You don't get it... One of them's the captain of some mercenary fleet sailin' the high seas, and the other's a top dog in the criminal underworld. Getting on their bad side's one-hundred-percent a no-go...
- (An imagined scenario featuring shadowy figures with glowing eyes representing the people Jahoda is talking about is shown)
- Jahoda: If something goes wrong — let's hope that's a big if — don't engage. Just tell 'em you work for Boss Nef.
- Paimon: Alright. You have a bunch of work still, right? Leave the merc captain and gangster boss to us!
- Jahoda: Ah, lifesavers, the both of you! Nod-Krai Hot Dogs are on me later, I promise! And whatever else you want!
- Jahoda: Anyway, I'm guessing the two sellers I just mentioned are caught up with lodging or cargo. You should be able to find them at these addresses.
- Jahoda: I'd get over there pronto if I were you. People like that don't take well to be kept waiting.
- Jahoda: Oh, and tell Aino to bust a move, would you? The booth I'm saving for her is in a prime location. If she doesn't come claim it, the other participants are gonna start asking questions.
- (Talk to Jahoda again, optional)
- Jahoda: One at a time...
- (After completing all three sub-quests)
- Paimon: The three participants that Jahoda mentioned are all set now. Let's go give her an update.
- (Approach the marked location)
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- (The time turns to 10:00 AM)
- (A burly man is shown pushing a child to the ground)
- Ati: Ugh...
- Neb: Hey, what was that for!?
- Punk: Just shut up and move along. This spot is mine now!
- (Jahoda makes a dramatic entrance with her Party Setup animation)
- Jahoda: Ahem...!
- Neb: It's the lady in charge... We were just setting up our booth, and he's trying to take it from us!
- Jahoda: Hm, a troublemaker, huh... The expo announcement spells it out clear as day: "All forms of violence are strictly prohibited." Read it and weep, buster!
- Jahoda: (I've been wanting to talk tough like that for ages! Should be enough to scare off a punk like him, no problem.)
- Punk: Hmph... It's not like I wanted to hit anyone... It's just not fair.
- Jahoda: What's that supposed to mean?
- Punk: We all know the black market stuff is in the highest demand here, so how did these twerps get a spot selling these stupid toys?
- Punk: I did some digging, and guess what? Turns out these brats have connections in the Voynich Guild.
- Punk: Obviously, someone pulled a few strings to get them here. But me? I miss one stupid deadline, and that's when the rules start to matter? Give me a break.
- Neb: Hey, we earned our place fair and square!
- Punk: Tch, as if...
- Jahoda: So you're singling out the easy targets, huh?[Note 1] That might work for you on the outside, but not here, and not under my watch!
- Jahoda: These kids earned the right to be here same as everyone else. Don't believe me, take it up with the Guild. We'll see who comes out on top.
- Punk: ...Hmph, just you wait.
- (The "punk" leaves, and the Traveler and Paimon approach Jahoda's group)
- Paimon: Who the heck was that?
- Jahoda: Just some punk looking for a fight. Heh, but I scared him off without even lifting a finger.
- Jahoda: (Phew... I'm still shaking. That was close, almost had to pull the Nefer card.)
- Paimon: Well, he's lucky he decided to run off, or we'd have helped teach him a lesson!
- (Jahoda smiles at the Traveler and Paimon)
- Raya: Thanks a million, miss!
- Jahoda: All in a day's work. Anyway, knew I remembered you guys. Your guardian works for the Guild, right? Who was it again...?
- Ashvapati: Ati! Are you alright?
- (A man runs to Ati and kneels down in front of him)
- Ati: I'm fine, just got a little scrape when he pushed me.
- Ashvapati: I got caught up with something. I should have been here, I'm sorry.
- Jahoda: Ah, right! Ashvapati! The one man in the Guild who wouldn't know profit if it hit him in the face.
- Jahoda: You get a spot in the most lucrative market in the world, and you're letting the kids use it to sell... toys? No one else would even entertain that idea.
- Ashvapati: Well, the purpose of the expo is free trade, right? There's no rule that participants have to sell weapons.
- (While Ashvapati and Jahoda talk, the Traveler and Paimon head closer to the booth to take a look)
- Jahoda: No, but... most people know what's gonna make real dough. Unlike a certain someone.
- (Ashvapati thinks for a moment, then turns to the children)
- Ashvapati: Ati, Neb, Raya, head back to the booth. If anything else comes up, you call for me, okay? Don't be reckless.
- Ati: Okay, got it...
- The technology used to make these toys...
- Perhaps it can also be used to make weapons?
- (The three children get back to the booth)
- Paimon: Yeah...
- Ashvapati: Heh... You two know your stuff.
- Jahoda: Wait, what? Then why not make them look the part? They'll sell tons better that way.
- Ashvapati: ...If you were to leave your kids a gift, would you choose a toy, or a weapon?
- Jahoda: Well...
- Ashvapati: In any case, I'm not looking to make it big. I applied for the expo because the kids thought it would be fun. All I care about is them having a good time.
- Jahoda: Fair enough... You're still gonna be busy with Guild business though, right? Just a heads up, this might not be the safest place to leave the kids unattended...
- Ashvapati: I understand... A lot of children suffer because their parents are too consumed with work. It's unavoidable sometimes, but I want them to have better...
- Jahoda: ...You know what? Don't even sweat it. I'll look out for them.
- Jahoda: (What the heck are you doing, Jahoda?)
- Ashvapati: Really? That would be amazing! What do you say to Miss Jahoda, you three?
- Ati & Neb & Raya: Thank you, Miss Jahoda!
- Jahoda: My pleasure, hehe... Just have them come find me if anything comes up.
- Ashvapati: Got it. I should get going, then.
- (Ashvapati leaves)
- Paimon: Wow, way to step up, Jahoda!
- Jahoda: I'm just looking out for some kids. How hard could it be? Then again, I bet I'll be swamped with disputes to settle once this thing gets rolling for real... *sigh*
- Paimon: Relax, we'll help you out! Oh, also, we registered the last three participants. So, the expo can start now, right?
- Jahoda: Wow, already? In that case, lemme go get things ready for the grand opening! Talk to ya later!
- (Jahoda runs off)
- Paimon: She really does have a lot on her shoulders...
- Yeah, we should help as much as we can.
- (Jahoda's voice rings out over the loudspeaker)
- Jahoda: Ahem! Attention everyone! Participant registration is now complete. On behalf of the Voynich Guild, I am pleased to announce that the Nod-Krai Trade Expo is open for business!
- (After the dialogue)
- Paimon: Whoa, there are sooo many people here now that the expo's officially underway!
- Paimon: Shall we take a look around? Or maybe check in on our friends first?
- (Approach Ineffa's booth)
- Paimon: Wonder how Beidou, Navia, and Ineffa's goods are selling? Let's go check!
- Ineffa: Excuse me, according to the expo announcement, you are in charge of mediating disputes between participants, correct?
- Yeah, did something happen?
- Ineffa: Just now, as Aino was about to return to the workshop, she got dragged into a conversation with some individuals who appear to have unofficial ties to the expo.
- Ineffa: My database does not have relevant information on how to address this situation, so I came to you for help.
- Paimon: Unofficial ties, huh? Sounds a little shady...
- Let's go check it out.
- Ineffa: Come with me.
- (The scene transitions to a small hill northwest of the venue)
- Yelan: A device that uses pneuma and ousia energies in battle... With that kind of tech, a bandit group could rob a caravan without even showing their faces.
- (Aino is standing to the side, appearing flustered)
- Chevreuse: And what about this thing... Remote guidance, precision bombing at long-distance... If a group of thugs got their hands on it, their enemies might as well surrender on the spot.
- Aino: Uh...
- Yelan: The Fontaine Research Institute made the right call going through the Spina di Rosula rather than selling it themselves.
- Chevreuse: The same is true for the Ministry of Civil Affairs, I'm sure. A merc captain who spends most of her time at sea is far less conspicuous.
- Aino: Huh?
- Yelan: What about this girl? She seems to be trading in military-grade weapons as well...
- Chevreuse: The Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop does take on a lot of orders for dangerous creations, but I think in this case...
- Yelan: I'm overthinking it?
- Chevreuse: I think so...
- (The Traveler, Paimon and Ineffa arrive)
- Paimon: Yelan? Chevreuse? What are you doing here?
- Yelan: (Traveler)? Paimon? How did you find this place?
- Ineffa: Although this location is indeed rather secluded, Aino has equipped me with a special sensor module. With it, I was able to detect that you had pulled her aside for questioning.
- Chevreuse: The rumors are true, then... She's quite the little engineer.
- Aino: Can you tell me what this is about already?
- Chevreuse: Apologies, but it's a matter of utmost importance, so I had to be sure. After our conversation, however, I can confirm that Aino is not involved in this case.
- Yelan: (Traveler), could you help us clear up this misunderstanding?
- Ineffa, why don't you get Aino out of here?
- They're no danger to her.
- Ineffa: Understood.
- (Ineffa walks off with a thoroughly confused Aino)
- Chevreuse: Based on our conversation just now, I'm guessing neither of us is the target the other is searching for.
- Yelan: I second that. And, since our strategies were so similar, I'd wager we're after the same person.
- When we talked earlier...
- It seemed like you both were hiding something.
- Paimon: Yeah! Paimon thought so too!
- Yelan: Well, I wasn't planning on dragging you into all this, but now that I appear to have gained an unexpected partner, I suppose I might as well explain...
- Yelan: I trust you, (Traveler), and Miss Chevreuse seems to do the same. With you here, I'm hoping we can avoid further misunderstandings.
- Chevreuse: Hmm... Agreed.
- I'm all ears.
- (Yelan looks around, then signals to the others to follow her)
- (The scene transitions to the group repositioning between some shipping containers)
- Yelan: Miss Chevreuse and I seem to be here in Nod-Krai to reel in the same fish.
- Chevreuse: That's right, and the product we brought to trade is the bait. Of course, if I worked the booth,[Note 2] it might tip people off, so that's where Navia comes in. I assume it's the same situation with Captain Beidou?
- Paimon: So, does that mean your target is gonna be at the expo?
- Yelan: Yes. There's a good chance it's one of the buyers.
- Paimon: But, um... What about Nefer's golden rule?
- Yeah...
- We're gonna need to take you to the Curatorium.
- Chevreuse: What? No. I've done some digging into the head of the Curatorium and where she stands. We can't let her know what we're doing.
- Paimon: Well...
- Yelan: Heh... I wouldn't be surprised if she got (Traveler) involved because she anticipated this from the start.
- Yelan: If (Traveler) has someone to answer to, then we should go.
- Chevreuse: Hmm... Fine.
- (Enter the Curatorium of Secrets)
- Paimon: Nefer? You here? Turns out, we actually do need your help with something...
- (Nefer is shown to be faced away from the Traveler's group, with a smile on her face)
- Nefer: Ah, Miss Yelan from Liyue and Miss Chevreuse from Fontaine. It's quite the honor. Forgive me for not greeting you sooner.
- Chevreuse: So you knew we were coming all along...
- Nefer: Anticipating your arrival is one thing. Getting you to come talk to me is another.
- Yelan: And that's why you put (Traveler) in charge of participant coordination.
- Yelan: You knew we trusted (him/
her) enough to tell (him/ her) the truth about our plans. - Yelan: And you also knew that, out of respect for your arrangement, the first thing (he/
she) would do... is bring us here. - Nefer: How else could I have gotten us all to the negotiating table?
- So this was the plan all along...
- Nefer: Forgive me for not clueing you in, (Traveler). I had a feeling things could get complicated, so caution was vital.
- Nefer: Rest assured, you will still be compensated as promised.
- Paimon: So, uh, can someone explain what's going on here?
- Nefer: Yes, might as well get it out in the open, ladies. You two were going to exchange intel sooner or later, correct? No better time than the present.
- Yelan: ...Recently, the bandits at our border have become more aggressive. We don't know how, but they seem to have gotten their hands on some kind of weapon, which has made them a lot more dangerous.
- Yelan: The caravan transports have been helpless against their attacks.
- Chevreuse: We're facing a similar situation in Fontaine. Conflicts between gangs have been escalating, with civilians getting caught in the crossfire.
- Chevreuse: Our investigation indicates that someone has been supplying the gangs with some unusually powerful weaponry. Even with the Spina's help, we've been struggling to curb the fighting.
- Yelan: In which case, I think we can confirm that we're facing arms dealers operating on an international scale.
- Chevreuse: Yes, and their cover has been ironclad. There hasn't been so much as a trace leading back to them... until their most recent operation.
- Yelan: Let me guess... Someone leaked where the weapons are coming from? And it pointed right to the Nod-Krai Trade Expo?
- Chevreuse: Exactly.
- Nefer: I see... Well, weapons tend to be a hot commodity in a market with no restrictions.
- Nefer: Say that the person you're searching for is in attendance... Does that mean you're prepared to ruin the expo to nab them?
- Chevreuse: I won't lie to you, catching this person is my top priority.
- Yelan: How about this? In the spirit of being a good host, you give us a bit of leeway to do what's necessary, and in return, we won't do anything to undermine the expo.
- Nefer: All deals made at the expo are protected, including those that would be illegal elsewhere. It's the entire purpose of an event like this.
- Nefer: The Voynich Guild gets a cut from both the seller and the buyer, so we have a duty to uphold that principle.
- Nefer: I can't just let a customer get scooped up by the authorities while everyone watches.
- Yelan: You said this was a negotiation, but you don't seem prepared to compromise.
- Paimon: Let's think about this... Maybe there's another way?
- Chevreuse: ...Only deals made through the expo are protected, correct?
- Yelan: Oh?
- Nefer: ...Theoretically speaking, were any deals to take place outside of the expo's scope, I would have no right to interfere.
- Yelan: Good. Then we can promise that the rules will be followed.
- Nefer: I want insurance, then. To hold you to your word, (Traveler) must be part of all operations related to the investigation.
- Chevreuse: We have a deal.
- Nefer: Then, you have my thanks in advance.
- Paimon: Looks like negotiations were a success!
- Nefer: It's the best outcome I could have asked for. I appreciate the help, (Traveler).
- Don't mention it.
- I didn't want there to be conflict between you guys, anyway.
- Nefer: In that case, do me one more favor, would you? When this is all over, I want to hear the real story behind everything that goes down.
- No problem.
- (Talk to Chevreuse, Nefer, or Yelan, optional)
- Nefer: When this is all over, I want to hear the real story behind everything that goes down.
- Yelan: Looks like we'll be working together quite closely. The pleasure is all mine, of course.
- Chevreuse: This whole negotiation really feels like something out of a light novel...
Notes
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | A Commission From the Curatorium of Secrets | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 来自秘闻馆的委托 | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 來自秘聞館的委託 | |
| Japanese | 「秘聞の館」からの依頼 | |
| Korean | 비밀의 집 의뢰 Bimir-ui Jip Uiroe | House of Secrets Commission |
| Spanish | Un encargo de la Cámara de Secretos | |
| French | Une mission du Curatorium des secrets | A Mission From the Curatorium of Secrets |
| Russian | Поручение Куратория тайн Porucheniye Kuratoriya tayn | |
| Thai | คำขอจากเคหาสน์แห่งความลับ | |
| Vietnamese | Ủy Thác Từ Hội Đồng Bí Mật | |
| German | Eine Mission vom Kuratorium der Geheimnisse | A Mission From the Curatorium of Secrets |
| Indonesian | Komisi dari Curatorium of Secrets | |
| Portuguese | Uma Comissão da Curadoria dos Segredos | |
| Turkish | Sırlar Arşivi'nden Bir Görev | |
| Italian | Un incarico da parte del Consiglio dei segreti |
Change History
Released in Version "Luna VI"