Understanding ‘Can’t Stop These’ Quests
The side quest “Can’t Stop These” is not an actual quest name in Stellar Blade. Instead, it appears to be a misremembered or generalized term for various side quests that players might find challenging or particularly engaging. Stellar Blade features a total of 35 side quests, distinct from Bulletin Board Requests, which are crucial for progressing Lily’s Affinity and unlocking secret areas like Eidos 9. These side quests are typically character-driven, marked by a blue exclamation mark on the map, and often involve full dialogue, cinematic cutscenes, and multi-stage objectives.
Completing these side quests is the primary method to raise Lily’s Affinity bar, which is essential for accessing the secret Eidos 9 region and achieving the “Making New Memories” ending. Players aiming for this ending must ensure Lily’s Affinity reaches 100% before speaking to Adam at the Safehouse to travel to Spire 4. Conversely, those targeting the “Cost of Lost Memories” ending should deliberately avoid completing too many side quests to keep Lily’s Affinity below 100%. Side quests also grant SP, typically 1-2 points depending on their complexity, which is not awarded by Bulletin Board requests. It is important to complete available side quests before the first point of no return in the main story, as most side quests become locked after this point, with the exception of Bulletin Board requests that do not require NPC interaction.
Xion City ‘Can’t Stop These’ Quests
Many significant side quests in Stellar Blade begin in Xion City, serving as the central hub for interactions and quest initiations. These quests often involve local residents and can lead Eve across multiple regions, including the Wasteland and Great Desert, as their objectives unfold. Below is a list of side quests that originate in Xion City, some of which are notable for their multi-stage nature or prerequisites.
| Side Quest Name | How to Start | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| The Scavenger’s Story | Talk to Kaya | After reaching Xion |
| Urgent Information | Talk to Hugh | Complete The Scavenger’s Story |
| Looking at You | Talk to Su | After reaching Xion |
| First Customer | Talk to Kasim | Accept Urgent Information |
| Life of the Scavengers | Talk to Cyrus | Inside The Last Cup bar |
| Stolen Treasure | Talk to Lyle | Inside his shop |
| Oblivion | Talk to the girl | Under the bridge at Xion entrance |
| Taboo | Talk to Luther | Near the bridge to the Wastelands |
| An Unknown Present | Encounter Inn | Behind Gwen’s Salon |
| Keeping Secrets | Talk to Enya | Inside the bar |
| A Treasure with a Name | Talk to June | While in Xion |
| Memories in the Doll | Talk to Jett | In house with teddy bears |
| An Eye for an Eye, a Tooth for a Tooth | Talk to Min | Near elevator to Great Desert |
| The King of the Tunnel | Talk to Cedric | Near vending machine, Sisters’ Junk alley |
| Encounter | Talk to Kaya | Complete Alpha Signal, Max Kaya affection |
| An Offer You Can’t Refuse | Talk to Roxanne | Complete Alpha Signal |
| I Won’t Forget You | Talk to Beatrice | By crossroads on bridge |
| Lost Ark | Talk to Mann | On the Presence Chamber |
| A United People Cannot be Defeated | Interact with record | At small restaurant table |
| Let There Be Light Again | Talk to Francis | At the library |
| Madame Machine | Return to Tetrapod | After CNL - Communicate and Link |
| Stubbornness | Talk to Barry | In his still |
| Barry and Wine | Talk to Barry | In his still |
The “Keeping Secrets” quest is particularly noteworthy as it is part of the Enya and Su storyline, involving a search through the Solar Tower. This quest has time-sensitive elements, and delaying its completion can impact the outcome. Similarly, “The Scavenger’s Story” is Kaya’s personal storyline, focused on recovering her motorcycle and trunk in the Wasteland, and is tied to the “Sisterly Love” trophy. Many of these Xion-based quests serve as initial triggers for multi-regional quest chains, requiring travel and interaction across different areas of the game world.
Wasteland ‘Can’t Stop These’ Quests
While many side quests initiate in Xion, their objectives often lead Eve into the Wasteland, a sprawling region with its own set of challenges and narrative elements. Some quests are specifically tied to activities within the Wasteland, or require significant time spent there to complete. These quests contribute to Lily’s Affinity and often provide valuable rewards.
| Side Quest Name | How to Start | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| First Customer | Get Ranged Weapon from Lily | Accept Urgent Information |
| Plan to Clean the World | Talk to D1g-g2r | None |
| CnL Communicate and Link | Complete Plan to Clean the World | Reach Lvl.2 Affinity in D1g-g2r’s shop |
| Stolen Treasure | Talk to Lyle | Complete Altess Levoire main quest |
| The Scavenger’s Story | Talk to Kaya | On first arrival to Xion |
| Looking at You | Talk to Su | None |
| Keeping Secrets | Complete Looking at You | Complete Altess Levoire main quest |
| Urgent Information | Get Ranged Weapon from Lily | None |
The “Plan to Clean the World” quest is significant as it unlocks D1g-g2r’s shop, providing access to new resources. Following this, “CnL Communicate and Link” builds upon D1g-g2r’s storyline, requiring increased affinity with the character. The “Stolen Treasure” quest, though initiated in Xion, involves interactions and objectives that may lead into the Wasteland. Players should be mindful of main story progression, as certain quests, like “Keeping Secrets” and “Stolen Treasure,” have the “Altess Levoire” main quest as a prerequisite, meaning they can only be fully pursued after advancing through the main narrative to that point.
FAQ
What does “Can’t Stop These” refer to in Stellar Blade? “Can’t Stop These” is not an official side quest name in Stellar Blade. It likely refers to various challenging or memorable side quests that players encounter throughout the game, which are crucial for story progression and unlocking content.
How many side quests are there in Stellar Blade? There are a total of 35 side missions in Stellar Blade, separate from Bulletin Board Requests.
Why are side quests important in Stellar Blade? Side quests are vital for increasing Lily’s Affinity, which is necessary to unlock the secret Eidos 9 region and achieve the “Making New Memories” ending. They also provide SP and various rewards.
Can I miss any side quests? Yes, most side quests become locked after the first point of no return in the main story. Bulletin Board requests that do not require NPC interaction are generally the only exception.
Do side quests carry over to New Game+? No, New Game+ resets story progress, including all side quests.