The Ordinary and the Extraordinary
The Ordinary and the Extraordinary is a Dark and Darker quest assigned by the The Collector merchant, part of the Cold Collections quest line. Objects found within dungeons may seem common, yet they are never truly ordinary. At times, the essence of the land or its creatures seeps into them, transforming them into something entirely different. Of course, most may be discarded, but if even the slightest possibility lies within... is that not worth the attempt? The objective is to bring 1× shackles. All progress requires a successful extraction — items retrieved or kills made during a failed run do not count toward quest completion. Once every objective is fulfilled, return to The Collector in the lobby to turn in the quest and receive the reward. This quest requires completing Fortune's Favor before it becomes available from The Collector. Completing The Ordinary and the Extraordinary rewards 75 Gold, 3x Protection Potion, 3x Magic Protection Potion, 3x Surgical Kit, 150 XP. The quest is completed in Ice Cavern, Goblin Caves, Ruins or Ship Graveyard. Merchant quests in Dark and Darker are one of the most consistent gold and experience sources in the game, independent of loot luck on the Trading Post. Completing the full The Collector quest chain unlocks higher reward tiers and increases merchant affinity, which can affect prices and open additional quest tiers in future seasons. The Cold Collections chain provides a structured progression path through the The Collector quest tree, and finishing each quest in order is the fastest route to the higher value objectives later in the line. Use the MetaBot Dark and Darker quest tracker to check all open objectives across every active merchant before extracting, so you can turn in multiple quests from a single run and get the most value out of each session.
Objects found within dungeons may seem common, yet they are never truly ordinary. At times, the essence of the land or its creatures seeps into them, transforming them into something entirely different. Of course, most may be discarded, but if even the slightest possibility lies within... is that not worth the attempt?
Objectives
Bring 1× ShacklesRewards
3x Protection Potion
3x Magic Protection Potion
3x Surgical Kit
150 XP“The true worth of an object shines only in the hands of one who can recognize it. This one is no different. Thanks to you, I have obtained it, and you shall have your rightful reward. You have done well.”
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The Ordinary and the Extraordinary Quest FAQ — Dark and Darker
What is The Ordinary and the Extraordinary in Dark and Darker?
The Ordinary and the Extraordinary is a Dark and Darker quest assigned by The Collector as part of the Cold Collections quest line. Objects found within dungeons may seem common, yet they are never truly ordinary. At times, the essence of the land or its creatures seeps into them, transforming them into something entirely different. Of course, most may be discarded, but if even the slightest possibility lies within... is that not worth the attempt?
How do you complete The Ordinary and the Extraordinary?
To complete The Ordinary and the Extraordinary you need to: Bring 1× Shackles. All progress requires a successful extraction. Once all objectives are done, return to The Collector in the lobby to turn in the quest.
What are the rewards for The Ordinary and the Extraordinary?
Completing The Ordinary and the Extraordinary rewards you with: 75 Gold, 3x Protection Potion, 3x Magic Protection Potion, 3x Surgical Kit, 150 XP. Turn in the completed quest at the The Collector window in the lobby to collect the reward.
Which dungeon do you need for The Ordinary and the Extraordinary?
The Ordinary and the Extraordinary objectives are completed in: Ice Cavern, Goblin Caves, Ruins, Ship Graveyard. Enter the correct dungeon type before attempting to make progress on this quest.
Do you need to complete anything before The Ordinary and the Extraordinary?
Yes, The Ordinary and the Extraordinary requires completing the quest Fortune's Favor first. Once that quest is turned in, The Ordinary and the Extraordinary becomes available from The Collector.