Hard to Track
Last updated 2026-06-08
Hard to Track is the first quest in Hangout Event: Chongyun: Act I - Signs of Evil.
Steps
- Go to Liyue Harbor's wharf
Gameplay Notes
- Branches:
- Branch 1, A Curious Gaze: Select (They all sound pretty farfetched, perhaps I should just tell him that.)
- Follows up with Distant Gaze.
- Branch 2, To Take a Test of Courage: Select (Although they all seem farfetched, I'd better not tell him that. He seems like quite the persistent character.)
- Follows up with Test of Courage.
- Branch 1, A Curious Gaze: Select (They all sound pretty farfetched, perhaps I should just tell him that.)
Dialogue
Quest DescriptionAs you approach the wharf of Liyue Harbor, an unusually-dressed young man comes up to you, asking after some really strange business...
Meeting by the Wharf
- (Talk to Chongyun)
- ???: Excuse me, have you perchance seen any "evil spirits"?
"Evil spirits"?- ???: Oh, my apologies. You're not from around here, are you? This question must sound a little confusing to you.
- Chongyun: I'm Chongyun, a local exorcist from Liyue. Those versed in the arts of exorcism refer to all forms of demons and monsters as "evil spirits."
- Chongyun: Evil spirits have existed since ancient times. They lurk among the shadows in the lands of Liyue, stirring up all sorts of trouble and mischief.
- Chongyun: It is my duty to exorcise or destroy them and protect the citizens here from their evil doings.
- That is an admirable job.
- Chongyun: It's work that must be done, just like any other job. That's all.
- That sounds similar to the work of adventurers.
- Chongyun: Really... Please, enlighten me.
- I have also been traveling across Liyue, rescuing people from monsters, and collecting treasures along the way.
- Chongyun: Oh, I see! There are some similarities.
- I get it, that's what the Vigilant Yaksha fights against, right?
- Chongyun: How did you come to know of the Vigilant Yaksha?
- Chongyun: I have great respect for the yakshas. For generations, yakshas and exorcists have been protecting Liyue together, one in plain sight and the other in secret.
- Chongyun: Sorry, I digress.
- Chongyun: Judging from your response, it seems you aren't well-versed in the realm of evil spirits... But that's understandable. If I may ask, have you happened to come across anything strange recently?
- Chongyun: Sometimes even the most trivial matters prove helpful in my hunt for evil spirits.
- Hmm, nothing in particular.
- Chongyun: Oh, I see. Well, fair enough...
- Chongyun: In that case, I guess I'll just have to try my luck with the clues I already have.
- What clues do you have now?
- Chongyun: *sigh* Only some scattered reports, really. Nothing too significant yet...
- Chongyun: But if you're really interested, I can tell you about some of the more useful ones I've gathered so far.
- Chongyun: I read a flyer that said: "The Test of Courage is now being held on Wuwang Hill. Bring your best friend and test your courage together!"
- Chongyun: Then: "Recently, the sounds of footsteps and shouting have been heard outside people's windows at night. The noises have frightened the children and they are unable to sleep."
- Chongyun: And: "A huge shadow has appeared in Guili Plains. It flies and swirls, summons down fireballs, and makes all sorts of strange noises."
- Chongyun: Cases such as these might actually be worth our attention.
- Test of Courage... Doesn't that sound like an advertisement?
- Chongyun: I think something strange must have happened at the Test of Courage...
- Chongyun: I guess this so-called "test" is supposed to be like a "test of mettle." Its purpose must be to try the will and power of exorcists.
- Sometimes drunkards pass by people's windows at night, that's nothing unusual.
- Chongyun: Hmm, unless there was a problem with the drinks, I don't think drunkards would scare the children that much.
- The shadow in Guili Plains sounds like it may be a Ruin Hunter.
- Chongyun: Ruin Hunter? Hmm, that would fit the description, but why has no one recognized it?
- Chongyun: Do you think I'm not deciphering these clues correctly?
- They all sound pretty farfetched, perhaps I should just tell him that. (This dialogue option leads to Distant Gaze.)
- Chongyun: So you don't think any of these clues are related to evil spirits?
- Chongyun: Sorry... Please give me a moment to calm myself.
- I'm sorry, I didn't realize it would be so devastating to you.
- Chongyun: ...No, it's fine. I've been this way since I was young.
- Oh, is it... health-related?
- Chongyun: No, not at all. I guess you could say I just tend to be... unstable... you know, emotionally. It causes me to become very uncomfortable at times.
- Chongyun: This tendency of getting stirred up easily is what people call a "pure-yang spirit."
- "Stirred up easily"? I couldn't tell that from your appearance...
- Chongyun: Yes, well, such a constitution is very rare, but it's a potent weapon for an exorcist. My constitution alone is capable of scaring off evil spirits.
- Chongyun: But I must constantly focus on my emotions... Otherwise, I may easily do something out of control.
- Chongyun: ...Anyway... I carefully selected these clues from an ocean of information. I can't believe they're all completely irrelevant.
- Chongyun: Oh no... I'm still feeling quite uncomfortable. There's heat growing in my chest... I—I can't breathe.
- Shall I take you to Bubu Pharmacy?
- How about some water?
- Shall I try rubbing your Vision on your forehead?
- Chongyun: No, I'll be alright. I—I brought some popsicles with me for just such occasions.
- Chongyun eats the popsicle.
- Chongyun: ...I—I feel much better now.
- That's an unexpected solution.
- Chongyun: ...It's quite effective. I'm always sure to bring out some popsicles with me whenever I go out.
- It looked tasty.
- Chongyun: Actually, they're quite tasteless. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to stomach them.
- Chongyun: *sigh* Thank you for your concern. I'm fine now.
- Chongyun: But what should I do next if all these clues are irrelevant?
- Actually, it seems someone's been watching us this whole time...
- (Camera pans to a boy watching Chongyun and the Traveler eagerly)
- Chongyun: Yes, I've noticed him too.
- Chongyun: It's no coincidence that we both noticed it. I'm sure he's watching us.
- Chongyun: But it doesn't seem he has any intentions other than looking at us... Perhaps there's something he wishes to tell us?
- Let's go and ask him.
- Chongyun: Right, he might need our help.
- Maybe he's just shy.
- Chongyun: Hmm, possible... Let's go and ask him.
- (Continues to Distant Gaze)
- Although they all seem farfetched, I'd better not tell him that. He seems like quite the persistent character. (This dialogue option leads to Test of Courage.)
- Chongyun: Hmm... I think the clue about the Test of Courage is the most relevant one I have so far.
- Chongyun: If strange things have been happening at the event, then evil spirits may well be the cause.
- Chongyun: *sigh* But there's an unusual requirement for this event. You must be a team of two people in order to participate.
- Actually, that's quite normal.
- Chongyun: Is it? Huh... perhaps you're right. If evil spirits do show up, then the two can take care of each other, I suppose.
- The aim is to strengthen the relationship between the two participants.
- Chongyun: Uh...? Strengthen the relationship...? Sorry, I don't really get it.
- Chongyun: Anyway, if you have the time, would you join me for this event?
- Chongyun: You seem to have a good eye for discerning these clues. With your adventuring experience, I'm sure we'll track down those evil spirits in no time.
- Okay, I'm free now anyway.
- Chongyun: Thank you! I was starting to worry that I wouldn't be able to find a partner.
- Sorry, I'm not interested...
- Chongyun: Please, you must go with me! I don't know if I'll be able to find anyone else suitable to join me.
- Chongyun: My best friend is busy with other matters, and I worry that anyone else won't even be able to protect themselves.
- Fine, If you say so.
- Chongyun: Ah, you have my thanks!
- Chongyun: We should make haste! If there are evil spirits at the event, then things could get dangerous.
- (Continues to Test of Courage)
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Hard to Track | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 行踪难觅 Xíngzōng Nán Mì | Hard-to-Track Whereabouts |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 行蹤難覓 Xíngzōng Nán Mì | |
| Japanese | 掴みきれない行方 Tsukamikirenai Yukae | Ungraspable Whereabouts |
| Korean | 찾을 수 없는 행적 Chajeul Ssu Eomneun Haengjeok | Ungraspable Whereabouts |
| Spanish | Duro de rastrear | Hard to Track |
| French | Introuvable ? | Nowhere to Be Find? |
| Russian | Трудно отследить Trudno otsledit' | Hard to Trace |
| Thai | ยากที่จะติดตาม | |
| Vietnamese | Hành Tung Khó Tìm | |
| German | Schwer zu finden | Hard to Find |
| Indonesian | Sulit Dilacak | Hard to Track |
| Portuguese | Difícil de Encontrar | Difficult to Find |
| Turkish | Bulunması Zor | |
| Italian | Difficile da seguire |
Change History
Released in Version 1.4