All side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance and how to complete them

There are over 100 side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance. Some of these are exclusive to either the Canon of Vengeance or Creation, some are time-sensitive, and some are canon-exclusive while being time-sensitive at the same time.

Time-sensitive quests are only active for a given time, and you are going to miss it if you do not complete the mission in time.

Below is a list of all the side quests that you will come across in both the storylines in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance, and how you will be able to complete them.


Contents:


All World of Shadows side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

Demi-Fiend SMT5 Vengeance

Return of the True Demon

Client RewardRequirement
Sofia666666 Macca
Fiend Matador Fusion
Fiend Daisoujou Fusion
Fiend Hell Biker Fusion
Fiend White Rider Fusion
Fiend Red Rider Fusion
Fiend Black Rider Fusion
Fiend Pale Rider Fusion
Fiend Mother Harlot Fusion
Fiend Trumpeter Fusion
After Sofia hands you a Menorah you will need to challenge a series of Avatars of Death to complete the mission.

How to complete:

This questline is one of the longest and you will need to beat all of the Avatars of Death after getting the Manora. The avatars can be found in the following locations:

  • Da’at: Minato: Matador
  • Da’at: Shinagawa: Daisoujou and Hell Biker
  • Da’at: Chiyoda/Shinjuku (Vengeance-only): White Rider, Red Rider, Black Rider, and Pale Rider
  • Da’at: Taito: Mother Harlot and Trumpeter

After beating all of them you will finally see a “???” icon at the Hall of Chaos Leyline Font. Here you will meet and fight against the Demi-Fiend.

It’s the hardest encounter in the game, and once you beat him, you will complete the quest and automatically add him to the party.

All Da’at Minato side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

No Stone Unturned

Client RewardRequirement
Neko ShogunWargod Talisman x1Find 5 Life Stones and bring them to Neko Shogun

How to complete:

You will find plenty of Life Stones in the early game. From beating demons or interacting with Quest Navigator points of interest you will be able to rack up a lot. So give 5 of them to Neko Shogun to complete the quest.

Brawny Ambitions

Client RewardRequirement
Hare of InabaUnwrit Order Periapt x1Have the demon Zhu Tun She in your party and talk to Hare of Inaba.

How to complete:

You can either recruit a Zhu Tun She from Da’at or fuse one using Peallaidh and Gremlin. Once you have the demon in your party head back to Hare of Inaba to complete it.

SMT 5 Vengeance side quests

A Preta Predicament

Client RewardRequirement
PretaHaunt Talisman x1Find the Preta that went out in search of food.

How to complete:

Head to the south of Mita Layline Crossing. You will meet a starving Preta there, talk to him, and head to the next map marker. A Preta there will give you some food, now head back to the quest-giver, and give them the food, but it will trigger a fight. Beat the Pretas to complete the quest.

Knocking on Death’s Door

Client RewardRequirement
Nyami NyamiTreacherous Chaos Periapt x1Defeat the Dormarth by the underpass.

How to complete:

A Dormath will be marked on the map after you accept the subquest. So just make your way there, beat it, and return to Nyam Nyami to complete the quest.

She Who Rules the Night (TImed Quest)

Client RewardRequirement
TzitmitlSoma Drop x1, Tzitmitl unlocked for fusionTalk to Tzitmitl and let her know you are ready to begin, you must then collect at least 4 Young stars for her.

How to complete:

This is a time-sensitive quest and once you begin you will need to collect at least 4 young starts for her. The quest starts on a New Moon, and you have until the Full Moon to collect the Young Stars. The more Young Stars you collect the better the rewards will be.

Bully Breaker

Client RewardRequirement
AgathionAgathion’s Essence x1Defeat 3 Daemons

How to complete:

Head to the cave to the east of the Tzitmitl and you will find a lot of Daemons there. So just kill three and report back to Agathion.

The Water Nymph/The Spirit of Love (Choice-based quest)

Client RewardRequirement
Leanan Sidhe/ ApsarasStamina Incense x2/ Health Incense x2Defeat Apsaras/ Defeat Leanan Sidhe

How to complete:

These two quests coincide with each other and you can either side with Leanan to beat Apsaras, or you can side with Apsaras to beat Leanen. We recommend the former as Apsaras will join your party after the quest and she is instrumental in taking down the Hydra and Na’amah later on in the narrative.

The Cursed Mermaids

Client RewardRequirement
MermaidGrimoire x3Defeat Pazuzu

How to complete

Just head to the waypoint of the quest marker and defeat Pazuzu. However, do keep in mind that you ill have to first defeat Hydra to reach this spot.

The Demon of the Spring

Client RewardRequirement
MermaidTalisman x1
Anahita unlocked for fusion
Head to the spring and defeat Anahita.

How to complete:

To head to the spring you will need to make your way to the Onarimon Leyline Crossing and then make west up the mountain. Here you will receive the “The Golden Dragon’s Arrival“ quest, but your objective is to jump down to the lower mountain to the south and follow the path to reach the hot springs. Make sure to hit every Quest Navigator point of interest there to unlock a Magatsuhi Rail which leads directly to Tokyo Tower.

After you reach the hot spring, interact with and beat Anahita. Then go back to Mermaid to complete the quest.

Pollution Panic

Client RewardRequirement
MandrakeYoma Talisman x1Defeat 5 Azumis.

How to complete:

Make your way to the river to the south of the Tokyo Tower Leyline crossing. Here you will find a group of Azumi. Beat 5 of them and go talk to Mandrake to complete the quest.

The Ultimate Omlete

Client RewardRequirement
AitvarasDrake Talisman x1Bring a Jatayu Egg to Aitvaras

How to complete:

Go to the Jatayu Egg location up on the mountain. and collect it. However, make sure to avoid running into Jatayu. He will one-shot you at this point in the game. Just collect the egg and teleport out. Then talk to Ativaras to complete the quest.

To Curse a Curse

Client RewardRequirement
AndrasFallen Talisman x1Find 5 Bicorn Horns for Andras.

How to complete:

If you make your way to the south of Kamiyacho Leyline Crossing you will find a lot of Bicorn in the location. So just defeat 5 of them and report back to Andras.

The Golden Dragon’s Arrival

Client RewardRequirement
Huang LongDragon Talisman x1Defeat the four beast gods.

How to complete:

This quest takes a pretty long time to complete as well. You will need to beat the following demons throughout Minato:

  • Xuanwu
  • Baihu
  • Zhuque
  • Qing Long

We recommend that you reach at least level 50 before tackling all the bosses. Once they are down, report back to Huang Long.

Talisman Hunt

Client RewardRequirement
Shiki-OujiBrute Talisman x1Find 3 Shikigami Talismans

How to complete:

The three talismans will be marked on the map, once you find them report back to Shiki-Ouji. He will then challenge you to a fight. Beat him to complete the quest.

Movin’ on Up

Client RewardRequirement
OniPhys Dampener x1See if any other demons need Oni’s help, then defeat the Oni.

How to complete:

Converse with the demons outside. but you will find that no one needs help from Oni. Report that information back to him which will make him angry and start attacking the demons outside. Confront Oni and beat him to complete the quest.

Beastly Battle of Wits

Client RewardRequirement
NozuchiVirtuous Neutral PeriaptAnswer all of Nozuchi’s riddles correctly.

How to complete:

Nozochi will ask you a riddle the answer to which is “An empty path”. He will follow it up with a second riddle and you will need to fetch Sangaku Beads by making your way to Shiba Leyline Crossing and then heading east to where all the Kodamas are.

Go up the hill and you will find some Sangaky Beads there. Collect them and bring them back to Nozuchi, who will then give you a third riddle. To solve the final riddle, slash Nozhuchi to start an encounter. Then beat him to complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Home Sweet Home

Client RewardRequirement
HalphasUnwrit Chaos Periapt x1 Find a place to live for the family of Halphas.

How to complete:

Head back to the cave where you met Oni for the “Movin’ on Up” quest. Talk to the demon inside the cave and then report back to Halphas to complete the quest.

Keeper of the West

Client RewardRequirement
KoumokutenLarge Glory Crystal x1Prove your might to Koumokuten.

How to complete:

You will need to challenge and beat Komokuten to complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance. The demon is weak to Electric, so make sure you have enough Zio users in the party.

The Succession of Ra

Client RewardRequirement
IsisLarge Glory Crystal x2
Deity Khonsu Fusion
Deity Khonsu Ra Fusion
Go to the Fairy Village and stop Khonsu

How to complete:

To complete the quest you will first need access to the Fairy Village which comes a little late into the narrative. You will then need to encounter Khonsu Ra and beat a party of the following demons:

  • Khonsu Ra
  • Thoth
  • Anubis

Once you beat them you will complete the quest.

The Benevolent One

Client RewardRequirement
Huang Long80,000 Macca
Dragon Huang Long Fusion
Prove your might to Huang Long.

How to use:

Complete this quest once you reach the level requirement for it talk to Huang Long to start the encounter and beat him to complete the sub-quest.

Guide to the Lost (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
ArmaitiSmall Glory Crystal x1Talk to humans given into temptation.

How to complete:

You will need to go to the Tokyo overworld and head to Jozoji to speak to a man in the Knit Hat. Then talk to the Lady in Apron in the South West and then interact with the girl in the South East.

Finally, talk to the Poised Man nearby and once the conversation ends, you will be ganked by a Pisaca. Use fire spells to beat it and complete the quest.

Armaiti SMT 5 Vengeance

Rite of Resurrection (Time-Sensitive/Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
KhonsuLarge Glory Crystal x2Defeat Khonsu Ra.

How to complete:

You will need to hand Khonsu the Winged Sun Crest. You will then fight Khonsu Ra, Thoth, and Anubis. Once you beat them all you will complete this side quest.

All Tokyo side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

Essential Research

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherTreacherous Neutral Periapt x1Talk to the Bethel Researcher after learning Mahama from essence fusion

How to complete:

You will need to Essense Fuse Mahama into the Nahobino. Use the Makami essence to do it, and then head back to the Researcher to complete the quest.

Pursuit of Knowledge

Client RewardRequirement
Male StudentTreacherous Order Periapt x1Take the Demon trivia quiz.

How to complete:

To round out the quest talk to the student and then answer the questions in the following order to complete it:

  1. Human Corpse.
  2. Cacodaemon.
  3. Light a Candle.

Prince of her Dreams (Time-Sensitive)

Client RewardRequirement
Miyazu AtsutaCan of Jelly x3Learn about the Prince that appeared in Miyazu’s dream.

How to complete:

This quest takes place in school. Once you accept it, wait till class is over. Then make your way to the 2nd-floor hallway and talk to the Male Student there to learn about the Prince.

After exhausting his dialogues, make your way back to Miyazu in the infirmary to complete the quest.

Supersonic Racing

Client RewardRequirement
ReporterAgility Insense x4
Foul Turbo Granny Fusion
Capture evidence of the Supersonic Lady

How to complete:

Once you are ready to start the quest, talk to the reporter. You will then see an NPC marker on the map zooming away. Make sure to stand in its path and press the icon that pops up to interact with it. After doing it a few times you wil reveal the lady as Turbo Granny. She will attack you so beat her to complete the quest.

Miracle Research

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherChakra Elixir x1Show the Researcher a miracle that allows you undo a slip of the tongue

How to complete:

You will need to learn the Miracle called Pacification. It will cost 90 Glory, but once you unlock it you will be able to compelte the quest.

Picture-Perfect Debut

Client RewardRequirement
AmabieHealing Sutra x1Give Amabie’s Bromide Photo to a student in Tokyo

How to complete:

Talk to the female student in Jozoji Temple or the male one in the school uniform. Show them the photo, and irrespective of the outcome and the dialogues you choose you will complete the side quest. Head back to Amabie to round it out.

To New Horizons

Client RewardRequirement
WomanLavish Demon Box x2Obtain Designer Heels once sold in Minato

How to complete:

Make your way to the waypoint in Minato and talk to Muu Shuwuu. Pay her 500 Macca and then take control of her. Examine all the points of interest till you have to fight Andras. Beath him with Elec and Light skills, and then head back to the Woman to complete the quest. You will also get an option add Muu Shuwuu as a quest navigator.

Classified Courier

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherNew Testament Tablet x1Deliver a case to the researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building.

How to complete:

Make your way to the Tokyo Diet Building to talk to the researcher, give him the briefcase, and then head back to the Bethel Researcher to complete the quest.

All Tokyo Diet Building side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

Training Minato

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherVirtuous Chaos Periaph x1Complete the Minato Battles challenge.

How to complete:

In the Minato Battles challenge you will go up against the following series of battles:

Beat them all to complete the quest.

Virtual Trainer missions SMT 5 Vengeance

A Goddess in Training

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherViatality Balm x3
Artemis Fusion
Investigate the magic power reading near Tokyo Tower.

How to complete:

The quest unlocks after you have talked to th head researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building. You will have to beat Artemis who is near the Tokyo Tower. However, she will first ask you to beat Quetzalcoatl. beat the demon and return to Artemis who will then challenge you to a fight.

As she is weak to Electric, make sure you have demons who have the necessary Zio skills. Defeat Artemis and you will have to option to recruit her. Complete the quest by going back to the Bethel Researcher.

The Doctor’s Last Wish

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherHealth Balm x1Locate Doctor Nitta near Kamiyacho.

How to complete:

Head to the waypoint and you will find Doctor Nitta being attacked by Mephisto. Interact with Mephisto and then beat him. Make sure to pack some Hamaon in your party for the fight.

After beating him return to the Researcher and Request Demonic Allies. Select Mephisto and he will join our party and you will also unlock his Special Fusion.

The Rage of a Queen

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherStamina Balm x1
Cleopatra Fusion
Head to Mita and locate Cleopatra.

How to complete:

Make your way to Mita in Da’at Minato and then head to the waypoint. Here you will encounter Cleopatra. Talk to her to start the encounter. Use Mudoon to beat her, and once she is down she will join your team if you spare her.

It will also unlock her Special Fusion and you can round out the quest by talking to the Researcher.

Special Training: The Kunitsukami (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherKunitsu Talisman x1Using the virtual trainer complete the Kunitsukami of Kanda-no-yashiro challenge.

How to complete:

You will need to use the virtual trainer to complete this mission. Once started,you will need to beat the following demon in Normal Battles:

  • Okuninushi
  • Take-Minakata
  • Sukuna-Hikon
  • Oyamatsumi

beat them all and you will complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Special Training: Army of Chaos (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
Bethel ResearcherBalm of Life x3Train yourself against the Army of Chaos Battles challenge.

How to complete:

You will need to complete a series of challenges facing off against the following demons:

  • Surt
  • Ishtar
  • Chernobog
  • Arioch

Once you beat them you will complete the quest.

All Da’at Shinagawa side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

Chakra Drop Chomp

Client RewardRequirement
KodamaJirae Talisman x1Find two Chakra Drops for Kodama.

How to complete:

It’s likely you will have two Chakra Drops by the time you do this quest. If you don’t have any, then purchase them from Gustave. Give Kodama the two items and you will complete the quest.

Infiltrate the Demon Feast (Time-Sensitive)

Client RewardRequirement
Ichiro DazaiSegata III Game Console x1Using Amanozako, guide her around in search of the human.

How to complete:

After linking up with Amanozako interact with the vending machine. Then speak to Succubus and interact with the waypoints. Finally, speak to the three Lamia and then distract them by asking the Mermaid to help you. Now find Yakshini, beat her when she follows Amanozako, and then complete the quest.

Infiltrate the Demon Feast Side Quest

Holding the Line/Those seeking Sanctuary (Choice-based quest)

Client RewardRequirement
Principality/LilimDark Sutra x1/ Light Sutra x1Defeat Principality/ Defeat Lilim

How to complete:

As the two quests overlap, you have a choice to either side with Principality or with Lilim. The rewards you get will also change based on your decision. We recommend that you side with Lilim to beat Principality. Along with the Dark Sutra, she will also join your party as a reward.

Magic from the East

Client RewardRequirement
BaphometVile Talisman x1Find 5 Inugami heads.

How to complete:

Just defeat 5 Inugaami in the area and come back to Baphomet.

A Wish for a Fish

Client RewardRequirement
NekomataBeast Talisman x1Bring fish from the warehouse back to Nekomata

How to complete:

Make your way to the way point where you will find a King Forst. beat it and retrieve the Frozen Salmon. Then head back to Nekomata to complete the quest.

Brawny Ambitions II

Client RewardRequirement
Hare of InabaUMA Talisman x1Bring Xeizhai that can use Puncture Punch to the Hare

How to complete:

You will need to make your way to the World of Shadows and fuze a Xeizhai. You can do it by combining Shiisaa and Feng Huang. Then use a Grimoire to level Xeizhai to 31 to unlock Puncture Punch. Once you have it, head back to Hare of Inab to complete the quest.

Can I Keep Them?

Client RewardRequirement
LilimLilim’s Essence x1Capture 10 Mothmen and deliver them to Lilim.

How to complete:

You do not need to capture Mothmen by negotiating with them. Just beat them in an encounter and you will automatically catch them in the box Lilim gave. Defeat 10 Mothmen to complete this quest.

Iced Out

Client RewardRequirement
Jack FrostMuscle Drink x1Find 3 Ice Gems for Jack Frost.

How to complete:

You are likely going to have a good stock of Ice Gems at this point in the game. If you don’t, then buy them from Gustave. Once you have the necessary amount give them to Jack Frost to complete the quest.

Tough Love (Time-Sensitive)

Client RewardRequirement
OnyakoponVirtuous Order Periapt x1Defeat two Basilisks between New Moon and Full Moon.

How to complete:

When the quest starts you will need to beat as many Basilisk as possible between New Moon and Full Moon. The goal will be to reach a minimum of 2, but if you have beaten more, the rewards will be better.

Kumbhanda’s Bottle

Client RewardRequirement
SuccubusNight Talisman x1Defeat Kumbhanda.

How to complete:

You will need to make your way to the Parking Lot where a Kumbhanda will be waiting. Defeat it and it will drop a Bottle. Deliver that to Succubus to complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Birds of a Feather

Client RewardRequirement
Koppa Tengu (Make sure you talk to Cait Sith in the Fairy village to activate this quest)Feng Huang’s Essence x1Obtain a Giant Bird’s Feather and deliver it to Koppa Tengu.

How to complete:

You will need to beat Thunderbird who is located to the South of the Container Yard. You will need to climb up the container to be able to start the encounter. Make sure to have a party with Zanma. Once you beat it, report back to Koppa Tengu to complete the quest.

Pixie on the Case

Client RewardRequirement
PixieUnwrit Neutral Periaph x1Ace detective Pixie needs your help solving a case of the stolen silver fruit

How to complete:

Speak to all the demons in the area, they will give you clues as to who stole the fruit. The actual culprit is Jack-o’-Lantern. Make the choice and then complete the quest.

The One I Love

Client RewardRequirement
IncubusGrimoire x3Deliver Incubus’s letter to Silky.

How to complete:

Head to the Fairy Village after accepting the quest and speak to Silky. Then make your way back to Incubus to round out the quest. You will also get an option to give 5,000 Macca to Incubus. If you do accept it, he will then give you a Magic Insense in return.

A Goddess Stolen

Client RewardRequirement
Jack FrostSmall Glory Crystal x2
Megami Idun Fusion
Rescue Idun from Loki.

How to complete:

Head to Loki’s hideout marked by the waypoint. There will be a boss encounter with him, beat him with Light spells, and then you will have an option to bite the Golden Apple. Your choice in this will not affect the outcome. Pick either ad you will free Idun. Finally, head back to Jack Frost to complete the quest.

A Goddess Stolen Quest Guide

The Root of the Problem

Client RewardRequirement
SilkyFairy Talisman x1Find 8 Mandrake Roots for Silky.

How to complete:

Head to the north of the Fairy Village in th large open area. You wil find May nadrakes there. When you strike them the battle will begin and they will often be accompanied by Narcissus. Beat 8 Mandrake to collect the root and report back to Silky to complete the quest.

The Tyrant of Tennozu

Client RewardRequirement
Demeter15,000 Macca
Tyrant Belphegor Fusion
Eliminate the Tyrant in Tennozu.

How to complete:

Make your way to the waypoint by getting on the path by the side of the Highway. You will then get o climb up the mountain path in a spiral and encounter Belphegor. Defeat him and report back to Demeter to complete the quest.

The Falcon’s Head (Canon of Creation)

Client RewardRequirement
IsisLady Talisman Defeat Horus above Sotokanda.

How to complete:

You will find Horus in Da’at: Chiyoda. You will find him perched on a mountain cliffside near the waypoint. So just bet him and come back to Isis to complete the quest.

Keeper of the South

Client RewardRequirement
ZouchoutenLarge Glory Crystal x1Prove your might to Zouchouten

How to complete:

Challenge and beat Zouchouten. Make sure to have Force ability users in the party to make the encounter easier. Once you beat Zouchouten, you will complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Supply Run (Missable, Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
Yuzuru AtsutaForce Gem x5Procure supplies for Hayataro

How to complete:

You will need to give Yuzuru Life Stone Chain x2 and Chakra Drop x1 to complete the quest. It will help Hayataro recover so make sure you have these items in the inventory. You can buy them from Gustave if you don’t have them already.

Heart of Garnet (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
Male StudentBead x2Eliminate Vouivre and obtain her jewel eye.

How to complete:

Head to the waypoint and beat Vouivre. You can then choose to spare her or let her live. Either choice will not affect the reward outcome so pick either.

All Da’at Chiyoda/Shinjuku side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

Lighting the way

Client RewardRequirement
Jack-o’-LanternChakra Drop x1Find 2 Fire Gems for Jack-o’-Lantern.

How to complete:

You will have a lot of Fire Gems in your inventory at this point. So give him 2 Fire Gems to complete the quest. If you don’t have the gems, you can buy them from Gustave.

Black Frost Strikes Back/A Sobering Standoff (Choice-based quest and Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
Black Frost/DionysusHealth Balm x1/Stamina Balm x1Defeat Dionysus/ Defeat Blackfrost

How to complete:

Side with either of the quest givers. Defeat Dionysus or Black Frost, and head back to the quest giver to complete the mission.

Stones of Malice

Client RewardRequirement
ZhenDispel Charm x1Find 2 Poison Gems for Zhen.

How to complete:

You will probably have two Poison Gems in your inventory about now. If not, buy them from Gustave. Then interact with Zhen to give them the item and complete the quest.

Gustave shop SMT 5 Vengeance

The Path to Myojin Forest (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
Hua PoSilky’s EssenseTake Hua Po to Myojin Forest

How to complete:

Make your way to the waypoint marker while having Hua Po in your party. Just reach the destination to complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

One Mokoi’s Trash… (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
MokoiKaiwan’s Essense x1Bring vintage guitar, model kit and TV game system to Mokoi

How to complete:

There will be three waypoints on the map that you will need to reach to collect the items for Mokoi. Once you have the items speak with Mokoi again to complete the quest.

An Unusual Forecast

Client RewardRequirement
KelpieSoma x1Deliver Girimekhala’s Head to Kelpie.

How to complete:

Make your way to Konan 4th Block in Da’at: Shinagawa. You will meet Girimekhala there, beat it and report back to Kelpie.

Reclaim the Golden Stool/Liberate the Golden Stool (Choice-based quest)

Client RewardRequirement
Onyankopon/AnansiHealth Balm x1/Stamina Balm x1Recover the Golden Stool that Anasi stole/ Anansi requests that you eliminate Onyankopon.

How to complete:

Depending on who you side with you will need to beat the necessary boss. The only thing that your choice will affect is the reward. Once you beat a boss, the one you sided with will join your party. You will also unlock both of their special fusion.

He of a Hundred Hands (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
Valkyrie18,000 MaccaDefeat Hecatoncheires.

How to complete:

Hecatoncheires can be found around the waypoint. Just interact with it, beat it, and report back to Valkyrue to complete the quest.

The Horn of Plenty

Client RewardRequirement
DemeterMegami Talisman x1Obtain a Horn of Plenty and bring it to Demeter.

How to complete:

Make your way to the waypoint to meet a giant Chimera. Engage it to start the fight. Make sure you have Force skills to beat it. Once it’s down, return to Demeter to complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Roar of Hatred

Client RewardRequirement
DemeterPhys Dampener x2Eliminate the Tyrant Moloch

How to complete:

Head to the waypoint and you will find a Moloch standing there. Beat it and report back to Demeter to complete the quest.

A Power Beyond Control

Client RewardRequirement
Patrolling AngelSmall Glory Crystal x4Investigate the massive hole near Shinagawa North Pier

How to complete:

You need to head to the crater located in Shinagawa North Pier. Go there around Full Moon to confront Amanozako. Beat her and then head back to the Patrolling Angel to complete the quest.

Netherworld Relay Race (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
OrobasAgility Balm x3Orobas wants you to arrive at the destination spot between New Moon and Full Moon

How to complete:

You start the mission on a New Moon, and you will have to reach the destination by the time it’s a Full Moon. The faster you reach the destination, the better will be the rewards.

The Search for Oyamatsumi

Client RewardRequirement
Take-MinakataBalm of Life x1Find Oyamatsumi

How to complete:

You will need to encounter Oyamatsumi in Da’at Minato. Beat the enemy and report back to Take-Minkata to complete the quest.

The Angel of Destruction

Client RewardRequirement
PowerLight Sutra x1Meet the Archangel Camael

How to complete:

Make your way to the quest marker and talk to Camael. It will complete the initial part of the quest, however, Camael will challenge you to a fight. Beat him to round it out.

Glitter in Ginza (Chiyoda)/ Shinjuku Jewel Hunt (Shinjuku)

Client RewardRequirement
Queen Medb/ AttisGrimoire x3Deliver 2 Diamonds, 3 Garnets, and 3 Aquamarines to Queen Medb/ Deliver 2 Diamonds, 3 Emeralds, and 3 Amethysts to Attis

How to complete:

You will probably have all the necessary items in your inventory by the time you reach this quest. If you don’t have them, use a Quest Navigator like Decarabia and interact with points of interest. Decarabia is good at finding gemstones.

For the Shinjuku version of the quest make sure to use Alice. You will unlock her as a Navigator after completing “Alice’s Wonderland”.

Clash with the Kunitsukami (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
OkuninushiKunistu Talisman x1Test your strength against Okuninushi

How to complete:

Face off against the following enemies to complete the mission:

  • Okuninushi
  • Take-Minakata
  • Sukuna-Hikon
  • Oyamatsumi

The Ancient Guardian

Client RewardRequirement
OkuninushiLord’s Sword x1Meet with Arahabaki at the waterfall near the fairy village.

How to complete:

Face-off against the Arahabaki which can be located at the waterfall near the fairy village. The boss is weak to Fire and Ice, so beat it, and report back to complete the quest.

Arahabaki SMT 5 Vengeance

Trial of the Seven Stars (Chiyoda)/ A self of my Own (Shinjuku)

Client RewardRequirement
Cironnup/ LegionMagic Mirror x3/ Soma Drop x1Tackle the trial given by the Miman to help Cironnup/ Collect the correct Miman for Legion who is worried about his individuality

How to complete:

For the Chiyoda version of the quest, you will need to take control of Cironnup and collect the Seven Stars. You will need to follow the path and speak to all the Miman in order.

For the Shinjuku version, you will need to memorize the order of the Miman that Legion displays and answer them correctly. The more you play the quiz the more will Legion switch things up. You can tackle it at another time if you wish to play it later.

Guardian of Tokyo (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
MasakadoLavish Demon Box x4
Wargod Masakado Essense
Wargod Masakado Fusion
Regain the power of the Lord’s Sword and offer it to Masakado.

How to complete:

To complete the quest you will need to beat the Four Heavenly Kings:

  • Zouchoute (Found downriver near the Fairy Village)
  • Jikokuten (Found deep in Akihabara at Sotokanda)
  • Koumokuten (Right outside Kamiyach on top of a hill)
  • Bishamonten (Near Ueno Park in Taito)

Once you beat them all report back to Masakado who will then challenge you to a fight. Beat him to complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Keeper of the East (Chiyoda-only)

Client RewardRequirement
JikokutenLarge Glory Crystal x1Prove your might to Jikokuten.

How to complete:

Chellenge and beat Jikokuten. He is weak to Fire, so you won’t be having much trouble. Beat him and you will complete the quest.

Goddesses of Fate (Chiyoda/Demon Haunts)

Client RewardRequirement
Clotho/LachesisSpyscope x1Have Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos in your party, and visit a high point in Motoasakusa

How to complete:

You will get this quest from Clotho in Chiyoda if you are playing the Canon of Vengeance. For Canon of Creation you will get the mission from Lachesis after you converse with her in the Demon Haunts.

The objective for both routes is the same and you will need to make your way to a high point in Motoasakusa (Taito) and defeat Norn. However, make sure you have all three Sisters of Fate in your party.

Rascal of the Norse (Demon Haunts and Chiyoda only)

Client RewardRequirement
IdunBead Chain x1Idun and Loki request that you go to Shinobazu Pond with them in your party

How to complete:

Make your to the waypoint with Idun and Loki in your party. Now pick the option to summon them both to start an encounter with Thear. beat him to complete the quest.

Heroes of the Celts (Demon Haunts and Chiyoda only)

Client RewardRequirement
Fionn mac CumhaillEye of Balor x1Bring Fionn mac Cumhaill to meet the great Celtic hero

How to complete:

Speak to Cu Chulainn and then start the quest on a New Moon. You will need to collect atleast 9 Four-Leaf Clovers until the Full Moon to complete the quest. You will find these items nearby but make sure not to get too close to the Fairies as they will put you to sleep making you skip a moon phase. Once you collect them come back to Cu Chulainn to complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tense 5 Vengeance.

Will of the Samurai (Demon Haunts and Chiyoda only)

Client RewardRequirement
YoshitsuneBattle Sutra x1With Yoshitsune in your party, visit an area near Tsukiji Honganji Temple in Ginza

How to complete:

You will need to head to the Ginza Leyline Fountain in Da’at: Chiyoda. Make sure you have Yoshitsune in the party for this part. Once you reach the waypoint, you will encounter Atavaka and Rakshasa who will attack you. Beat them to round out the quest.

As God Wills (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
ThroneAttack Mirror x2Eliminate Gogmagog in Shinjuku Gyoen

How to complete:

Head over to Gogmagog who is near Throne, and slash it to start the encounter. It is weak to Force and Dark, so make sure to have the necessary skills to beat the boss. Once defeated, report back to Throne.

Devotion to Order (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
ArmaitiCritical Gem x5
Herald Armaiti Fusion
Eliminate Mara

How to complete:

Mara is quite a difficult encounter in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance. Make sure you have some levels over him before you start the fight. He is weak to ice, to use the necessary demons for the encounter.

Part-Time Gasser (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
Mad GasserAmrita Shower x4Obtain 10 Poisonous Flower Buds between New Moon and the start of the Full Moon

How to complete:

You will start this side quest on a New Moon, and you have until the Full Moon to get 10 Poison Flower Buds. You can either collect them from the ground or beat Zhens in the area to have an easier time collecting them. If you collect more than 10 the rewards will be better.

A Star is Born (V)

Client RewardRequirement
MacabreCharm Gem x10Find Amabie

How to complete:

You will find Amabie in Jozoji Temple in Tokyo where you met her for the first time. After talking to her, head back to Macabre to complete the quest.

The Vampire in Black/ The Hunter in White (Shinjuku-only and Choice-based)

Client RewardRequirement
Kudlak/KresnikMagic Insense x6/Strength Insense x6Defeat Kresnik/Defeat Kudlak

How to complete:

You can choose to side with either, and based on whom you pick you will fight the other. Once defeated, you will be able to recruit the demon you sided with in your party.

Alice’s Wonderland (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
AliceDark Sutra x1Find Alice’s “big sis”.

How to complete:

You will need to help Alice find her bib sister by taking control of her. Talk to to everyone in the waypoint to complete the quest. You will unlock Alice as a navigator and she is very useful for the Shinjuku Jewel Hunt quest.

The Disgraced Bird God (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
SenriForce Sutra x1Eliminate Gurulu

How to complete:

Head to Gurulu’s location which is nearby, and then beat him. Report back to Senri to complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Heroes of Heaven and Earth (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
Kikuri-HimeSoul-Return x1Eliminate Yamata-no-Orochi

How to complete:

Make your way to the Waypoint in Shinjuku. You will face Yamata-no-Orochi there who ca be quite challenging. It is weak to Elec and Sleep so make sure you have the right party combination for it. Once you beat the demon head back to Kikuri-Hime to complete it.

Da'at Shinjuku side quests

The Serpent King (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
MastemaCalamity Sutra x3
Drake Samael Fusion
Defeat Samael

How to complete:

Head to the quest marker where you will have to go up against Samael. The demon is weak to ice and will summon Qadištu shadows to help him in the fight. Beat the boss, and report back to Mastema to complete the quest.

The Great Adversary (Shinjuku-only)

Client RewardRequirement
MastemaPrimal Talisman x1
Primal Satan Fusion
Defeat the Supreme Judge Satan.

How to complete:

This Satan fight is almost as hard as the Demi-fiend encounter. He will have two phases to the fight and will summon demons.

Phase 1:

  • Titania
  • Hariti
  • Ganesha
  • Kaiwan
  • Kumbhanda
  • Arahabaki

Phase 2

  • Fafnir
  • Sarasvati
  • Yatagarasu
  • Macabre
  • Sraosha
  • Mada

All Da’at Taito side quests in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance

A Princess in a Pickle

Client RewardRequirement
Kaya-no-HimeChakra Pot x1Find 2 Beads for Kaya-no-Hime.

How to complete:

You should have enough beads by now. If not, buy them from Gustave. Now interact with Kaya-no-Hime to give her the items and complete the quest.

In Defense of Tokyo/The Raid on Tokyo (Choice-based quest)

Client RewardRequirement
Futsunushi/AdramelechStrength Balm x2/ Magic Balm x2Help Futsunushi protect Tokyo/Help Adramelech take over Tokyo

How to complete:

You can side with either of the demons to complete the quest and it won’t affect the story or the main encounters. Beat the one you are siding against to complete the quest.

Abaddon’s Assault

Client RewardRequirement
Kurama TenguGrimoire x3Eliminate Abaddon north of Ueno Park

How to complete:

Head to the north of Ueno park and you will find Abaddon at the center of the. area. Initiate the fight and use Elec skills to continue your press turns. Once you have beaten the enemy talk to Kurama Tengu to complete the mission.

Need for Nectar

Client RewardRequirement
SarasvatiBalm of Life x1Find 2 Amrita Showers for Sarasvati.

How to complete:

You should have 2 Amrita Showers by now. So give them to Sarasvati to complete the quest.

Brawn Ambitions III

Client RewardRequirement
Hare of InabaCurative Cattail x1Introduce Okuninushi to Hare on Inaba

How to complete:

You will just need to fuse and have Okuninushi in your party while talking to the Hare of Inaba to complete the quest.

The One I (Still) Love

Client RewardRequirement
IncubusSoma x2Deliver 4 Balms of Life to Incubus.

How to complete:

By completing missions and exploring the world you are likely to have acquired a lot of Balms of Life for now. Give 4 of them to Incubus to complete it.

An Incentive for Incense

Client RewardRequirement
LoaBead Chain x1Deliver 2 Balms of Life to Loa

How to complete:

Acquire Balms of life by completing missions and interacting with Quest Navigator points of interest. Once you have atleast 2, give them to Loa to complete the side mission in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Wannabee-ho Nabohino

Client RewardRequirement
NahobeehoMiracle Ice x1
Nahobeeho Fusion
Nahobeeho needs advice on how to scout demons

How to complete:

You will need to take control of the Nahobeeho and interact with some demons in the ara. After you complete the quest you will gain the Nahobeeho Special Fusion, and get the chance to unlock the Nahobeeho as a Quest Navigator.

Wannabee-ho Nahobino quest Mitamas

The Bull God’s Lineage

Client RewardRequirement
DemeterGospel x1
Baal Fusion
Defeat Baal

How to complete:

Make your way back to where you met Blephegor in Tennozo in Da’at: Shinagawa. You will encounter Baal, so interact with him and beat him to complete the quest.

Maker of Myth

Client RewardRequirement
SiegfriedBlessed Fan x1Defeat Garuda

How to complete:

You will encounter Garuda in the mountain of Motoasakusa. He is weak to Elec so use the appropriate team to beat him and then return back to Siegfried to complete the side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Venngeance.

The Sleeping Sands

Client RewardRequirement
SandmanAmrita Shower x1Find 2 Sleep Gems for Sandman

How to complete:

Give Sandman two Sleep Gems. You will probably have a lot of them in your inventory at this point. If you don’t have them you can always buy them from Gustave.

The Egyptian’s Fate

Client RewardRequirement
DominionSmall Glory Crystal x5Investigate Khonsu

How to complete:

You will need to make your way to the waypoint near Tokyo Bay Bridge. However, you will be interrupted by Seth. Beat him and then go up against Khonsu. beat him and return to Dominion to complete the quest.

Downtown Rock ‘n Roll

Client RewardRequirement
Ippon-DataraCritical Gem x3 Find 10 Dragon Scales for Ippon-Datara.

How to complete:

You will need to find and kill 10 Fafnir to get the Dragon Scales for Ippon-Datara. So after getting the required amount head back to him to complete the side quest.

On Bended Knees

Client RewardRequirement
YatagarasuYatagarasu’s Essense x1Deliver 3 Ambrosia to Yatagarasu.

How to complete:

You will have enough Ambrosia by now to complete the quest. Give them to Yatagarasu to round it out.

The Destined Leader

Client RewardRequirement
Kurama TenguDestruction Sutra x1Assist Kurama Tengu’s companion at Tokyo Tower

How to complete:

Head to Tokyo Tower to speak to Kurama Tengu. Once the conversation ends, he will ask you to bring Amanozako. Have her follow you to Kurama Tengu, however, the demon will ask you to hand her over. You will need to refuse which will kick off the encounter. Beat Kurama Tengu and the spawned Zaou-Gongen to complete the quest.

The Holy Ring

Client RewardRequirement
MelchizedekHerald Talisman x1
Uriel, Gabriel and Raphael Fusion
Place the Angel Ring in the container at the center of Asakusa.

How to compete:

You will need to talk to Melchizedek after reaching the waypoint. After the conversation ends you will have to fight the following angels:

  • Uriel
  • Gabriel
  • Raphael

Once you have beaten then the side quest will complete.

Fionn’s Resolve

Client RewardRequirement
Fionn mac CumhaillBattle Sutra x1Defeat Fionn mac Cumhaill

How to complete:

You will need to beat Fionn after he challenges you. He will be more powerful than his previous Shinagawa version so make sure your party has the right balance for him.

The Winged Sun

Client RewardRequirement
AmonTyrant Talisman x1
Fury Asura Fusion
Tyrant Mithras Fusion
Tyrant Amon Fusion
Recover the Winged Sun Crest from two former gods & spared Khonsu in Subquest “The Egyptian’s Fate”

How to complete:

This quest is tied to “The Egyptian’s Fate”. After you beat Asura and Mithras they will drop the Winged Sun Crest. Take it back to Amon who will then challenge you. Beat him to complete this side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance.

Keeper of the North

Client RewardRequirement
BishamontenLarge Glory Crystal x1Prove your might to Bishamonten

How to complete:

You will need to challenge Bshamonten to a fight. He is weak to Ice so have the right party to beat him and complete the side quest.

A Universe in Peril

Client RewardRequirement
Aogami/TsukuyomiGospel x3Defeat Shiva

How to complete:

Shiva is another incredibly difficult encounter and you will need to have the perfect party set up for him. You will be able to unlock this after you have reached level 80.

The Heartbroken (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
IncubusLavish Demon Box x2Deliver 4 Balms of Life to Incubus.

How to complete:

You will have a lot of Balm of Life by now. Just deliver 4 of them to Incubus to complete the quest.

God of Old, Devourer of Kin (Canon of Vengeance only)

Client RewardRequirement
SaturnusFire Sutra x2
Vile Saturnus Fusion
Eliminate Zeus

How to complete:

Zeus will be a part of the main quest narrative in Canon of Vengeance. He will join Odin in the encounter and you will have to beat both thunder gods. Once Zeus is down, head back to Saturnus and he will then challenge you to a fight. Beat him to complete the side quest.

A Plot Revealed

Client RewardRequirement
DemeterDemeter’s Essense x1
Megami Demeter Fusion
Deity Zeus Fusion
Cooperate with Demeter and confront Zeus.

How to complete:

Demeter will join your party and with her, you will need to defeat Zeus.

The Compassionate Queen (Law only)

Client RewardRequirement
Maria150,000 Macca
Megami Maria Fusion
Prove your might to Maria

How to complete:

Challenge Maria and then fight and beat her to complete the quest. However, do keep in mind that Maria completely heals herself after every round. You will need to defeat her in one turn to round out the fight.

The Seraph’s Return (Law only)

Client RewardRequirement
MichaelMichael’s Essense x2
Herald Michael Fusion
Eliminate Belial

How to complete:

This side quest in Shin Megami Tensei 5 activates after you have completed “The Holy Ring” mission. You will need to talk to Melchizedek in Empyrian, then talk to Michael in the Temple of Eternity. You will face off against Belial in the waypoint, and you will need to beat him to complete the quest.

Belial SMT 5 Vengeance

The Noble Queen (Neutral only)

Client RewardRequirement
Danu150,000 Macca
Lady Danu Fusion
Prove your might to Danu

How to complete:

This is a very hard encounter, and you will need to have a very balanced party to take down Danu.

The Wrathful Queen (Chaos Only)

Client RewardRequirement
Inanna150,000 Macca
Lady Inanna Fusion
Prove your might to Inanna

How to complete:

Much like Danu, Innana is a very difficult encounter. So try having the best party setup to be able to complete this mission.

The Red Dragon’s Invitation (Chaos Only)

Client RewardRequirement
BelialBelial’s Essense x2Tyrant Belial Fusion

How to complete:

To start the quest you must have completed “The Holy Ring” mission. You will need to talk to Nebiros in Empyrian, and then head to the waypoint in the Temple of Eternity. Here challenge Michael and then head back to Belial to complete this side quest in Atlus‘ RPG.


Abhishek Mallick
Abhishek Mallick
Abhishek Mallick is a Senior Columnist at Backdash. He has a Master's degree in English Literature. In his spare time, he is a fighting game enthusiast, who is also addicted to Shin Megami Tensei, Monster Hunter, and League of Legends. He also enjoys reading and sifting through educational documentaries.

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