Anomaly Tracker Self-Proclaimed Quest Guide in NTE

The Anomaly Tracker Self-Proclaimed is a mysterious NPC in Neverness to Everness who appears as part of the Witch's House Lost Tales. While the encounter offers no material rewards, completing it removes this quest from your weekly Lost Tales pool, freeing up a slot for more lucrative opportunities. If you want to clean up your task list and see a bit of environmental storytelling, this guide will walk you through the entire process.

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Quest Overview

• Prerequisites: Unlock the Witch's House Lost Tales system. Have Skia in your roster.
• Location: Starting NPC is near the Headless Rider boss. Glide southwest to a wooden structure overlooking the tram tracks by the ocean.
• Objective: Use Skia's shadow form while on a moving tram, then report back to the NPC.
• Reward: None, but the quest is removed from Lost Tales rotation.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Locate the NPC

Fast travel to the Headless Rider boss area. From there, glide down slightly southwest until you see a wooden platform perched above the tram line. The Anomaly Tracker (Self-Proclaimed) stands there. Speak to her; she will say: "When the tram passed by the coast, a moving shadow…" This is your hint.

2. Prepare Skia

Before proceeding, place Skia in your active party. Her unique shadow ability is essential for this quest.

3. Ride the Tram

Head southeast to the train station and wait for the tram to arrive. Once it does, climb aboard. The tram will depart along the coast.

4. Use Skia's Shadow Form

While on the tram, you can enter Skia's shadow form in two ways:
– Press Skia's Skill (recommended – one press, easy timing).
– Hold Dash and move forward.

Be aware that the skill has a long cooldown, so avoid using it too early. The tram moves slowly at first, giving you time to practice.

5. Trigger the Quest Completion

Watch for the bridge ahead. The wooden structure where the NPC stands is on your right. As you approach the bridge, activate Skia's shadow form and immediately disembark (jump off the tram while in shadow form). Then walk back to the NPC.

6. Final Dialogue and Cleanup

Talk to the Anomaly Tracker again. Her dialogue will change, confirming she spotted the black shadow. To finalize the quest:
– Advance time to the next day (open the in-game clock and skip forward).
– Teleport to a different waypoint and return.

The conversation bubble will disappear, meaning the mini-quest is complete. It will no longer appear in your Lost Tales rotation.

Notes and Tips

• No rewards are given, but the quest slot frees up for better Lost Tales next week.
• If you miss the timing, simply ride the tram again. The cooldown on Skia's skill will reset.
• The shadow form lasts only a few seconds, so be precise with your activation near the bridge.

Troubleshooting

Issue	Solution
Skia won't enter shadow form on the tram	Ensure you have pressed the skill or held dash correctly. The tram must be moving.
NPC's dialogue doesn't change	You may have used shadow form too early. Ride the tram again and activate closer to the bridge.
Quest still appears in Lost Tales	Advance time and teleport away and back again. If it persists, re-check the NPC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to own Skia?
A: Yes, you must have Skia unlocked and in your active party. Borrowed characters won't work.

Q: Can I use any other character?
A: No, only Skia's shadow ability triggers the event.

Q: Is this quest repeatable?
A: No. After completion, it is removed permanently from Lost Tales.

Next Steps

With this quest off your list, you can focus on more rewarding activities. Consider tackling the Lonely Player Anomaly Commission or exploring the Nameless Hospital ending – both offer better loot and story depth. Visit the NTE hub for the latest updates and guides.