Establishing operational bases across the icy expanses of Hisui is vital for expanding research operations and enabling fast travel. Request 78, known as Setting Up the Icepeak Camp, allows players to establish a crucial foothold in the Alabaster Icelands region. Completing this objective simplifies navigation and provides a safe haven amidst severe weather conditions.
Starting Request 78 in Alabaster Icelands
To initiate this quest, players must speak with Brice, a member of the Supply Corps located near Avalugg's Legacy. Brice explains that construction cannot proceed because his partner Craig has gone missing while searching for a suitable camp location. Taking on this task is essential for anyone wishing to unlock fast travel in the northern area.
Locating the starting area requires traversing through frozen terrain toward the river near the waterfall. Players should prepare their party for cold hazards and wild local Pokémon before setting out on this journey. Having mounted Pokémon unlocked makes searching the vast snowy landscape significantly faster.
Finding Craig and Securing the Base Location
Craig can be spotted standing across the river on the eastern bank near the base of the waterfall. Players must cross the freezing water or navigate along the surrounding cliffs to reach his location safely. Interacting with Craig prompts him to recognize that Brice is waiting for him to begin construction.
Once spoken to, Craig returns to the proposed camp site to reunite with Brice. Players do not need to escort him back, allowing them to freely head straight back to the questgiver. Returning to Brice triggers a short scene where the construction corps finishes setting up the structures.
Rewards and Benefits of Icepeak Camp
Reporting back to Brice completes Request 78 and officially opens the Icepeak Camp for immediate use. This newly established outpost features a Galaxy Member who offers rest, crafting services, and item management. It acts as a primary hub when exploring the higher elevation areas of the Alabaster Icelands.
In addition to rest facilities, the camp serves as a permanent fast travel destination on the region map. Unlocking this location saves considerable travel time when tracking down rare Pokémon or completing main story objectives. It also grants access to nearby side requests and local balloon challenges in the area.
Tips for Navigating the Alabaster Icelands
Navigating around Icepeak Camp can be hazardous due to high-level wild Pokémon roaming nearby. Utilizing flying or climbing mounts allows players to quickly bypass aggressive creatures while traveling between tasks. Keeping healing supplies and crafting materials stocked at the new camp ensures smooth exploration runs.
Players should also take advantage of the camp's strategic positioning to rest and reset local spawns. Checking the surrounding snowdrifts and frozen lakes often reveals valuable crafting items and rare encounters. Setting up this camp early in your exploration makes mastering the Alabaster Icelands far more manageable.
