Like a Land Where the Tide's Song Whispers
Last updated 2026-08-29
Like a Land Where the Tide's Song Whispers is a World Quest in Fellfrost Peak, Snezhnaya.
Steps
- Follow the singing voice...
- Explore the cave
- Repair the echoing pillar(s)
- Talk to Vodyanitsa
Gameplay Notes
- During the quest, the active party is limited to Traveler.
Dialogue
Quest DescriptionBeyond Snezhnograd's city walls, you suddenly hear the strange sound of someone singing...?
- (Approach the entrance of Tidesong Cavern)
- ???: ♪~
- (A horde of small animals rush out of the cave toward the Traveler)
- (Traveler): (Whoa! That made me jump... Why did so many little animals suddenly scurry over...?)
- (Traveler): (Strange. They seem to be fleeing from something...)
- ???: ♪~
- (Traveler): (Whose voice is that...?)
- (Traveler): (Could it have scared the little animals into fleeing? Hmm... Let's get closer and take a look...)w
- (Approach the ledge)
- (Traveler): (The voice seems to be coming from this hole... Hmm...)
- ???: ♪~!!!
- (Traveler): (My ears... Ugh... They're ringing non-stop. Why does this voice sound so familiar...?)
- (Traveler): (Should I jump down? Who knows what sort of trouble could be waiting... Right, let me test the waters first...)
- (Traveler): Hello? Come out of there!
- (Traveler): (No response...? This sudden silence is even more unsettling!)
- (Traveler): (...But what exactly is down there? Well... there might be trouble, but there could also be treasure.)
- (Traveler): (...Might as well take a look. If I encounter any danger, I'll make a quick exit.)
- As you carefully climb down the ice wall, you lose your grip on the last stretch, falling straight into a puddle and getting completely soaked...
- (Traveler): (Ugh... Just my luck... But looks like there's still a path ahead. Where am I...?)
- ???: ♪~
- (Traveler): (This is the same singing as before. I should follow the voice...)
- (Approach the giant shell)
- (Traveler): (A huge... shell? Strange. Did that song just now come from inside? Could it be a fae?)
- (Traveler): (Hold on, speaking of singing fae... Could it be Vodyanitsa...?)
- (Traveler): Hello? Anyone here?
- (Traveler): (Still no response... Well, if there are mushroom gods in this world, there might as well be seashell fae. I should check it out.)
- (The Traveler peers over the lip of the shell to see Vodyanitsa in a mermaid-like form)
- Vodyanitsa: Hi there, (Traveler)!
Waah!- V—Vodyanitsa!?
- Vodyanitsa: Don't sound so surprised! Who else were you expecting? A lost little Snegurochka. [sic] A Vila who took a wrong turn? A Domovoy stranded in the middle of nowhere?
- Sorry, why would they have to be lost...?
- Vodyanitsa: Hehehe... Because my private practice room is so well-hidden, obviously! No one stumbles upon this place on purpose...
- True... and even if someone got lost...
- Most wouldn't dare to jump down that cavern...
- Vodyanitsa: Oh, that! Yeah, I originally planned to channel some water over there and completely seal it off.
- Vodyanitsa: But I asked a bunch of engineers, and they all said blowing up the cave's rock wall could cause landslides, avalanches, surface cracks, all kinds of bad things... Anyway, it'd be a huge pain.
- Vodyanitsa: Plus, if the cave's original structure was destroyed, its acoustics would be ruined too, and then I wouldn't even be able to use it for practice.
- Vodyanitsa: So, I gave up. And, anyway, it's just like you said — not many people would dare to jump down from up there.
- So, this is really where you practice singing?
- Vodyanitsa: I'm not answering that question, because you haven't answered mine. Who else were you expecting to see here?
- Vodyanitsa: One person asks, the other person answers. Then comes the next question. That's how polite conversation should go.
- Alright. I thought it might be a shell fae.
- Vodyanitsa: ...A shell fae? You mean the "oyster sprites" that protect children who fall in the water? The ones from the fairytales? Fae like that don't exist in Snezhnaya.
- Vodyanitsa: The only fae associated with pearls are us Water Imps. After all, legend has it that if we cry out of true sorrow, our tears will turn into pearls.
- Vodyanitsa: Want me to cry for you right now? I could do it. I mean, we know each other so well, and you didn't even recognize my singing voice. That could get me going...
- N—No need! I wouldn't want to bring down the mood.
- ...That said, do Water Imp tears really turn into pearls?
- Vodyanitsa: Of course not. Otherwise, there'd be nothing but pearls at the bottom of the water, now wouldn't there? I bet pearl necklaces wouldn't be nearly as expensive either...
- Vodyanitsa: Plus, those pearls wouldn't be the quality kind. They'd be misshapen and have all sorts of impurities.
- Vodyanitsa: If only there really were oyster sprites, though! I bet, if you paid one, you could get all sorts of beautiful pearl jewelry!
- Vodyanitsa: Oh, right! Take this pill to warm yourself up. You fell into a puddle on your way down, right?
- ...Thanks.
- Wait, how did you—
- Vodyanitsa: I heard your footsteps through the ice the minute you got to the entrance of the cave.
- Vodyanitsa: You traversed the ice wall only to fall into the water at the last moment! I heard you sputtering from here, haha.
- Vodyanitsa: Now, I was considering letting you have a few sips of strong liquor to warm you back up, but on second thought, spirits that have been frozen lead to intoxication too quickly.
- Vodyanitsa: So I thought this pill would be better. It's something hunters use to warm themselves up out in the frigid wilderness.
- I was expecting you, of course.
- Vodyanitsa: Oh, I see... In that case, why did you hesitate at the entrance for so long?
- Huh? How did you know that?
- Vodyanitsa: I heard your footsteps through the ice the minute you got to the entrance of the cave.
- Vodyanitsa: You traversed the ice wall only to fall into the water at the last moment! I heard you sputtering from here, haha.
- Vodyanitsa: Now, I was considering letting you have a few sips of strong liquor to warm you back up, but on second thought, spirits that have been frozen lead to intoxication too quickly.
- Vodyanitsa: So I thought this pill would be better. It's something hunters use to warm themselves up out in the frigid wilderness.
- Thanks...
- Wait, then back in the shell just now... You...
- Vodyanitsa: Yep! I wasn't about to watch you freeze to death after a fall like that. Go on. Down it goes.
- Vodyanitsa: Good. Now we can get back to your question. You wanted to know why I practice in a place like this, right?
- Vodyanitsa: Well, the answer's simple. Practicing in the city would disturb people.
- Oh, of course...
- Vodyanitsa: I used to practice in the theater, doing vocal warm-ups, singing a cappella. You know, stuff like that.
- Vodyanitsa: Letting some fresh air in always puts me in a better mood, so I would usually practice with the window open.
- Vodyanitsa: And, well, do I even need to say how captivating my singing voice is? Every time I practiced, a huge crowd of listeners would gather down below.
- Vodyanitsa: And they wouldn't leave until I was done. Hehe, honestly, the people were packed as tight as sardines down there... But, it's not like I could do anything to help it.
- Vodyanitsa: That said, there's another reason I don't really practice in the theater anymore.
- Vodyanitsa: I don't exactly recall when, but one day, this young girl showed up in the crowd of people who had come to listen to me. She turned out to be quite smart.
- Vodyanitsa: She studied my habits to the point where, at all times, she knew when and where I was going to practice. And sure enough, she'd always be there.
- Vodyanitsa: People would even pay her to show them where I'd be so they could be sure to grab a spot.
- Vodyanitsa: She made quite the sum that way. Now and then, she'd even send me a basket of flowers with a thick handwritten letter tucked inside.
- Vodyanitsa: The letters weren't anything special — mostly the same flattery I've heard ten thousand times. They read a tad awkwardly, too... but at least they were sincere.
- Vodyanitsa: So, I'd often send her a ticket to my latest show in return. I thought it'd make her happy.
- Vodyanitsa: I like people who chase after what they love with all their might, but still have some smarts to show for it. I think people like that are fun and cute. I would've loved for our fun to continue.
- So, what happened?
- Vodyanitsa: She changed. She no longer came to my practice sessions because she liked to hear me sing.
- Vodyanitsa: Hmm, she just wanted to make Mora. Lots and lots of it — enough that she could put all the relentless celebrity chasing behind her.
- Vodyanitsa: That much I wouldn't have minded, but... then I discovered at some point, she started selling every single ticket I sent her for several times the price.
- Vodyanitsa: I suppose she didn't like my music anymore. The innocent version of her who was just there for the love of my voice was no more.
- Vodyanitsa: In human terms, she grew up. I no longer found her cute, fun, or interesting, and I certainly didn't want to play with her anymore, so I moved to a different practice location.
- Vodyanitsa: I won't meet anyone interesting here, of course. But at least I can practice my singing in peace.
- Vodyanitsa: Although... You braved the journey here, now didn't you! Freezing puddle and all, haha!
- I feel much warmer now.
- Just now, during practice, your voice sounded a bit...
- The little animals were all...
- Vodyanitsa: Ugh, don't even go there. It's been giving me such a headache. If the acoustics in this "echo chamber" were still in good shape, my voice wouldn't have come out nearly so...
- Striking.
- Piercing.
- Memorable.
- Vodyanitsa: That's exactly what I meant. Thank you, (Traveler).
- This place looks like it's in good shape, though.
- Where's the problem?
- Vodyanitsa: The problem isn't the main cave structure, but the Echo Pillars made of Prime Ice.
- Vodyanitsa: Perhaps I was practicing too hard, or my pitch was too high, but while I was practicing a few days ago, some of the pillars suddenly cracked.
- Vodyanitsa: Honestly, all I need are a few simple Prime Ice pillars to replace the damaged ones, and this chamber will be pretty much back in working order.
- Vodyanitsa: But, alas, I'm terrible at making things like that...
- What's that smile for?
- Well, you did give me that pill...
- Hold on, were you planning this from the start?
- You're hinting at something, aren't you?
- Vodyanitsa: Hinting? Goodness no. I'm shamelessly asking for your help, of course.
- Well, you did give me that pill...
- Hold on, were you planning this from the start?
- Vodyanitsa: No! It's like I said, all I heard were footsteps at the entrance. It's not like I lured you here or something...
- Uh huh...
- Vodyanitsa: I swear! Anyway, since I have you here, there's no time to waste! Let me tell you which pillars to swap.
- Vodyanitsa: Hmm... Actually, just telling won't do. Ahem. I have a better method.
- And what would that be?
- Vodyanitsa: Shh.
- Vodyanitsa: ♪~
- (As Vodyanitsa's voice ripples outwards, the notes above some of the Prime Ice Pillars turn red)
- Vodyanitsa: There we go! See those brightly illuminated Prime Ice Pillars? Those are the broken ones.
- Wow, Prime Ice is something else.
- Wow, your voice is something else.
- Vodyanitsa: That goes without saying. Otherwise, I wouldn't be nearly so invested in all this, haha.
- Vodyanitsa: Anyway, I'm counting on you, (Traveler). If you forget which Prime Ice Pillars are broken, just come back to me. I'll show you again.
- (A tutorial is unlocked)
- About the Resonant Pillars at the Tidesong Cavern...
A Prime Ice Construct that produces sounds of different notes when struck. Adjusting its length can help you get the exact note you want.
- (Talk to Vodyanitsa again, optional)
- Vodyanitsa: Oh, did you forget which pillars were broken? I'll sing again. Watch closely this time, okay?
- Vodyanitsa: ♪~
- (Vodyanitsa marks the faulty pillars again)
- (When the first faulty pillar is adjusted to the correct note)
- Vodyanitsa: Perfect! This Prime Ice Pillar is good to go.
- (After repairing both faulty pillars)
- Vodyanitsa: Oh, I knew I could count on you! It turned out beautiful! The positioning of these Prime Ice Pillars is perfect!
- Vodyanitsa: Now then. Let me test them out.
- Vodyanitsa: ♪~
- Huh, they give off a soft glow now...
- Vodyanitsa: That's right! Ah, looks like I can practice in peace for now. Hmm... Since you helped me fix these Prime Ice Pillars, allow me to sing you a little practice piece!
- Ear protection compulsory or optional?
- Vodyanitsa: Haha, unnecessary. My voice is all warmed up, so I'll do some a cappella now.
- Vodyanitsa: I'm practicing here today, and in a few days, I'll head over to Dawn Station[Note 1] to do the same. I wonder if Odette and Alyosha will be there...
- Vodyanitsa: Anyway, sit back and relax... Oh, but don't close your eyes, or you might zone out and fall face-first into the water!
- Vodyanitsa: ♪~
- (Vodyanitsa sings, and this time, each pillar rings out in perfect harmony)
- (The animals that once fled gather in the cave once more)
- (Quest completes)
Notes
- ↑ Actual voice-over: Rankova Zorya
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Like a Land Where the Tide’s Song Whispers | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 如汐歌幽诉之地 Rú Xīgē Yōusù zhī Dì | Like a Land Where the Tide's Song Whispers |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 如汐歌幽訴之地 Rú Xīgē Yōusù zhī Dì | |
| Japanese | 潮騒が密やかに囁く地 | |
| Korean | 파도의 노래 Pado-ui Norae | Song of the Waves |
| Spanish | Donde las mareas susurran su canción | |
| French | Comme une terre où murmure le chant de la marée | Like a Land Where the Tide's Song Whispers |
| Russian | Край, где шепчет прилив Kray, gde shepchet priliv | |
| Thai | ดั่งแดนกระซิบบทเพลงแห่งนที | |
| Vietnamese | Nơi Khúc Ca Thủy Triều Thầm Thì | |
| German | Wie ein Land, in dem das Lied der Gezeiten flüstert | |
| Indonesian | Tempat Hening Bagai Ratapan yang Dibisikkan | |
| Portuguese | Como Uma Terra Onde o Canto da Maré Sussurra | |
| Turkish | Metcezirin Şarkılar Fısıldadığı Toprak | |
| Italian | Una terra dove sussurra il canto della marea |
Change History
Released in Version 7.0