"Stalker 2: Guide to Completing Joke Quest in Rookie Village"

In *Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl*, engaging with NPCs can lead to unique and memorable quests. One such interaction occurs with Lyonchyk Sprat in the Rookie Village, located in the Cordon region. This encounter is particularly notable as it involves helping Lyonchyk deliver a joke to his fellow stalkers, aiming to befriend them and join their circle. Players focused solely on main missions might overlook this charming side quest, so here’s a detailed guide on how to find and successfully complete the Joke quest in *Stalker 2*'s Rookie Village.

How to Complete the Joke Quest from Lyonchyk Sprat in the Rookie Village

Upon arriving at the center of the Rookie Village, you'll hear Lyonchyk Sprat calling out to Skif. He'll attempt to tell Skif a joke but will fumble the delivery. This leads into his request for help in delivering a joke to a group of stalkers gathered around a bonfire, hoping it will help him make friends and get invited into their circle. Agreeing to assist Lyonchyk will initiate the quest.

Help Lyonchyk Sprat Tell a Joke

After starting the quest, Lyonchyk instructs Skif to climb up to the attic and wait for his signal. Right beside the bonfire, you'll find a ladder leading to the attic of a nearby house. Ascend the ladder and position yourself on the roof to advance the quest. At this point, you'll be presented with multiple joke options to choose from, each eliciting a different response from the audience. Regardless of which option you select, Lyonchyk will successfully deliver the joke, marking the quest as completed.

Receiving Reward from Lyonchyk

Once the joke is delivered, descend from the attic and find Lyonchyk Sprat waiting at the same spot where you initially met him. He'll express his gratitude for your help in joining the stalker circle and reward you with 900 coupons. However, be aware that if you choose not to select any prompt and let Lyonchyk attempt the joke on his own, the quest will fail. In this scenario, Lyonchyk will flee from the bonfire group and can be found crying beside a house, lamenting that Skif left him to face the situation alone.