Precious Minerals Episode · Elyos · Lv. 22

Episode

Precious Minerals is an Episode quest in AION 2 for Elyos characters around level 22. Below are its 3 steps and what it pays out. Bao (Wind Breeze Merchants) gives the quest in Verteron. It follows Wind Breeze Merchants and leads into Mutual Benefit.

Krao is a versatile mineral regularly traded by the Shugo. Bring back some Krao Mineral from the cave to win over Kochi.

Type
Episode
Faction
Elyos
Rec. level
22
Unlocks at
10
EXP
414,055
Chapter
Searching for High Priestess Reda
Key reward
Kina (Bound) – AION 2 item iconKina (Bound)
Next quest
Mutual Benefit

Precious Minerals walkthrough

Every step of Precious Minerals is placed on the map. Select a numbered step to fly the map to exactly where it happens.

Precious Minerals quest locations on the Verteron map – AION 2
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  1. Quest giver · Bao – AION 2 portraitBaoVerteron · Nearest Kibelisk: Dawn Legion Temporary Outpost · 12 m
  2. Listen to the explanation about the Krao Cave
    • Talk to Dili
    Verteron · Nearest Kibelisk: Illusion Oratory Entrance · 179 m
  3. Investigate the Krao Cave
    • Inspect the Krao Cave
    Verteron · Nearest Kibelisk: Illusion Oratory Entrance · 171 m
  4. Deliver the Krao Fragment to Bao
    • Talk to Bao at Dawn Legion Temporary Outpost
    • Talk to: Bao – AION 2 portraitBao · Wind Breeze Merchants
    Verteron · Nearest Kibelisk: Dawn Legion Temporary Outpost · 12 m
  5. Turn in · Caelid – AION 2 portraitCaelidVerteron · Nearest Kibelisk: Dawn Legion Temporary Outpost · 7 m

To finish: Talk to Caelid at Dawn Legion Temporary Outpost.

Quest dialogue

9 lines of in-game dialogue from Precious Minerals. Main speakers: Bao, Dili, and Caelid.

  1. BaoKochi doesn't meet with just anyone, nyerk! If you want to impress him, a generous gift works wonders!
  2. There's a Krao Cave around here! I know he would appreciate some Krao Ore, nyerk!
  3. Dili will be there to give you the details, nyerk! I'll contact you when Kochi is ready to meet!
  4. DiliBao sent you? Krao Ore is a precious commodity, so handle it with care, nyerk!
  5. Krao Ore repels external forces. That's why it's often used in armor. It's in very high demand, nyerk!
  6. Make sure not to drop it! A single dent in that ore is a dent in profits!
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  1. BaoOh! You got the Krao Ore, nyerk! Now we can slowly head towards Kochi, nyerk!
  2. Wait just a moment. I'll sort out the extra supplies and guide you shortly, nyerk!
  3. CaelidI thought the Shugo were on to us... but it seems they still intend to keep their promise.
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Where to start and turn in Precious Minerals

The NPCs who give and complete Precious Minerals, and the map where they stand.

RoleNPCMapLocation
Quest giverBao – AION 2 portraitBaoVerteronDawn Legion Temporary Outpost
Turn inCaelid – AION 2 portraitCaelid · Dawn LegionVerteronDawn Legion Temporary Outpost

Precious Minerals quest chain

Precious Minerals belongs to chapter 3 of the story, “Searching for High Priestess Reda”. These are the quests around it.

OrderQuest
Previous questWind Breeze Merchants
This questPrecious Minerals
Next questMutual Benefit

Class rewards

Precious Minerals gives a different item depending on your class.

ClassReward
GladiatorFaded Agate Greatsword – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Greatsword
TemplarFaded Agate Longsword – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Longsword
AssassinFaded Agate Dagger – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Dagger
RangerFaded Agate Bow – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Bow
SorcererFaded Agate Spellbook – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Spellbook
SpiritmasterFaded Agate Orb – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Orb
ClericFaded Agate Mace – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Mace
ChanterFaded Agate Staff – AION 2 item iconFaded Agate Staff

Rewards

What Precious Minerals gives on completion, plus 414,055 EXP.

NameQty
Kina (Bound) – AION 2 item iconKina (Bound)10,000

Related quests

NameRec. level
Fortress Ruins Infiltration20
Kaisinel's Seal21
Path to the Altar21
Illusion Oratory22
Daeva in a Dream22
Wind Breeze Merchants22
Mutual Benefit24
Shugonapped24

Data read from the AION 2 global client (build 0.0.4387.0). Updated for the Nov 4, 2026 patch. How we read the game files

Precious Minerals is an Episode quest for Elyos characters with 3 steps. It rewards 414,055 EXP plus Kina (Bound). The story text, steps and rewards on this page come straight from the global client, so they match what you see in game. It follows Wind Breeze Merchants and leads into Mutual Benefit.

See Also

QuestsVerteronWind Breeze MerchantsMutual BenefitFortress Ruins InfiltrationKaisinel's SealPath to the Altar
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Precious Minerals FAQ

How do I start Precious Minerals?

Precious Minerals unlocks at level 10 for Elyos characters and is recommended around level 22. Bao (Wind Breeze Merchants) gives the quest in Verteron.

Where do I turn in Precious Minerals?

Turn Precious Minerals in to Caelid (Dawn Legion) in Verteron.

What does Precious Minerals reward?

Precious Minerals gives 414,055 EXP and Kina (Bound); the reward table lists every item and amount.

What quest comes after Precious Minerals?

Completing Precious Minerals unlocks Mutual Benefit.

Does Precious Minerals give class-specific rewards?

Yes. Each class receives its own item, for example Gladiator: Faded Agate Greatsword, Templar: Faded Agate Longsword, and Assassin: Faded Agate Dagger.

Who do you talk to in Precious Minerals?

Precious Minerals has 9 lines of dialogue. The main speakers are Bao, Dili, and Caelid. It opens with: “Kochi doesn't meet with just anyone, nyerk! If you want to impress him, a generous gift works wonders!”