Starfield: Search and Seizure Quest [Full Guide]

Starfield: Search and Seizure Quest [Full Guide] Search and Seizure is a side quest in Starfield that involves finding and retrieving two ancient artifacts from different planets. The quest can be started by talking to Vladimir, an archaeologist who works at The Eye, a space station near New Atlantis. Vladimir will tell you that he has located two artifacts that belong to a mysterious civilization that predates the human colonization of space. He will also introduce you to Andreja, his assistant, who is missing on one of the planets.

What You Need to Know Before Starting the Quest

Before you start the quest, you need to know some important information that will help you plan your strategy.

• The quest has two main objectives: find the artifact on Planet A and find the artifact on Planet B. The names and locations of these planets are randomly generated for each playthrough, so they may differ from mine. However, the quest steps and the dungeons are the same for both planets.

• The quest has a difficulty rating of 4 stars out of 5. This means that the quest is hard and requires some skill and experience to beat.

• The quest reward is $60,000 and a new skill: Ancient Knowledge. The Ancient Knowledge skill allows you to access and use some of the ancient technology that you will encounter in the quest, such as terminals, doors, and traps.

• The quest also has an optional objective: rescue Andreja. Andreja is trapped on one of the planets, and you can choose to save her or leave her behind. Saving her will grant you some extra rewards, such as credits, items, and reputation with Vladimir. Leaving her behind will have some negative consequences, such as losing reputation with Vladimir and missing out on some dialogue options.

How to Choose Your Gear and Weapons For Starfield: Search and Seizure Quest

One of the most important aspects of Starfield is the customization of your gear and weapons. You can choose from hundreds of different items and mods to create your own unique loadout that suits your playstyle and preferences.

For this quest, I recommend using the following gear and weapons:

• Helmet: H-02
• Suit: S-02
• Gloves: G-02
• Boots: B-02
• Backpack: BP-02
• Weapon (Left): W-02
• Weapon (Right): W-03
• Grenade: G-03

How to Complete the Quest

Now that you have chosen your gear and weapons, you are ready to start the quest. Here are some steps and tips on how to complete the quest:

• Step 1: Talk to Vladimir at The Eye and choose which planet to go to first. He will give you the coordinates of both planets and some information about them. You can also ask him about Andreja and the artifacts. He will tell you that Andreja is on Planet B and that the artifacts are related to an ancient civilization called the Starborn.

• Step 2: Travel to Planet A and land on a suitable spot. Follow the waypoint to a nearby dungeon, which is where the artifact is located. The dungeon is a large underground complex that contains various rooms, corridors, and puzzles. You will also encounter some enemies, such as robots, turrets, and traps. Use your gear and weapons to navigate the dungeon and reach the artifact.

• Step 3: Find the artifact on Planet A. The artifact is a spherical device that emits a blue light. It is located in a central chamber that is guarded by a large robot called the Guardian. The Guardian is a powerful enemy that can fire lasers, missiles, and shockwaves. To damage the Guardian, you need to shoot its weak points, which are its head, chest, and arms. You can also use your EMP grenade to disable its shields or weapons for a short period of time. Once you destroy the Guardian, you can approach the artifact and interact with it. You will receive a message from an unknown voice that will grant you the Ancient Knowledge skill and tell you to find the other artifact.

• Step 4: Travel to Planet B and land on a suitable spot. Follow the waypoint to another dungeon, which is where Andreja and the artifact are located. The dungeon is similar to the one on Planet A, but it has some differences, such as different enemies, puzzles, and traps. Use your gear and weapons to navigate the dungeon and reach Andreja and the artifact.

• Step 5: Find Andreja and the artifact on Planet B. Andreja is a young woman who wears a red suit and carries a pistol. She is trapped in a cage that is controlled by a terminal. To free her, you need to hack the terminal using your gloves or your hacking skill. You can also choose to leave her behind if you want. The artifact is another spherical device that emits a red light. It is located in another central chamber that is guarded by another Guardian. The Guardian is similar to the one on Planet A, but it has some differences, such as different weapons, patterns, and weaknesses.

To damage the Guardian, you need to shoot its weak points, which are its head, chest, and legs. You can also use your EMP grenade to disable its shields or weapons for a short period of time. Once you destroy the Guardian, you can approach the artifact and interact with it. You will receive another message from the unknown voice that will congratulate you and tell you to return to Vladimir.

• Step 6: Return to Vladimir at The Eye and report your findings. He will be happy or angry depending on whether you saved or left Andreja behind. He will also be curious or suspicious about the messages from the unknown voice. He will reward you with $60,000 and thank you for your help.

Rewards for Completing Search and Seizure Side Quest in Starfield

While doing the quest the captain of the ship, Malawi will offer you credit and bribe you to not report her contraband. This can be an easy way to earn yourself an extra 2500 Credits and can be further doubled to 5000 Credits with enough points in the Negotiation Skill.

Conclusion For Starfield: Search and Seizure Quest [Full Guide]

I hope this blog post has helped you understand how to complete Search and Seizure quest in Starfield. This quest is not easy, but it is not impossible either. With some practice and preparation, you can complete it successfully and earn your reward.

If you have any questions or feedback about this blog post, feel free to leave a comment below.

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