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SMTV The Root of the Problem

A full walkthrough and guide for the The Root of the Problem sidequest in Shin Megami Tensei V (SMT 5). Read on to figure out where to find the sidequest, how to complete it, and what rewards you can receive.

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The Root of the Problem Location

The Root of the Problem Location

To get the quest, talk to Silky, west of the Fairy Village Leyline Fount.

Note: This quest is only made available after completing the A Golden Opportunity main quest in Fairy Village.

The Root of the Problem Sidequest Information

Title
The Root of the Problem
Client Silky
Reward Fairy Talisman x1
EXP 6000
Summary ・Find 8 Mandrake Roots for Silky. Limited to roots that live near the fairy village. Also beware of others seeking the same roots.
・Deliver the 8 Mandrake Roots to Silky.
・The requested items were delivered to Silky.

How to Complete The Root of the Problem

Objectives
1 The Root of the Problem 1
Talk to Silky in the Fairy Village. She can only give this quest if you have done the A Golden Opportunity main quest.
2
The Root of the Problem 2
Silky will tell you to collect Mandrake Roots from Mandrakes. Head north of the Fairy Village to find Mandrakes.
3
Mandrake
Defeat 10 Mandrakes. They will be low-leveled and easy enough to defeat. Mandrakes are weak to Fire.
4
Narcissus
The battles will get a bit tougher when Narcissus enemeis pop up alongside the Mandrakes. They are also weak to Fire, and they cast Force magic.
5 The Root of the Problem 5
Once you've collected the 10 Mandrake Roots, head back to Silky to collect your reward: A Fairy Talisman and 6000 EXP.

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