Wuthering Waves Tutorial Quests: A Rover's 2026 Cheat Sheet

In 2026, Wuthering Waves is no spring chicken, but every new Rover still has to cut their teeth on the same tutorial quests. These quests are the game's way of saying, 'Welcome aboard, rookie—now go fetch this, cook that, and punch a hologram.' Wuthering Waves splits its quests into Main Quest, Tutorial Quests, Companion Stories, Exploration Quests, Daily Quests, and Side Quests. This guide focuses on the Tutorial Quests, those bite-sized errands that teach the basics and unlock systems. If a player thinks a quest is missing, they can holler in the comments—but for now, here is the full rundown.

The Tutorial Quest Roll Call

Quest	How to Unlock	What It Teaches	Vibe
Alone in the Abyss	Chapter 1 Act IV Clashing Blades + Union Level 15	Tower of Adversity intro	Endgame appetizer
First Trial	Progress toward Pioneer Association	Maqi and exploration rewards	Friendly errand
Honorary Chef: Taste of Memories	Talk to Panhua in Jinzhou	Cooking, crafting, synthesizing	Chixia cameo
Remnants of the Past Days	Collect Sonance Caskets	Automatic quest flow	Easy to miss
Pedestal Device	Union Level 27 + Tactical Hologram	Hologram basics	Almost too simple
SOL3 Phase Ascension I	Union Level 20	SOL3 Phase Rank 3	Harder foes, better loot
SOL3 Phase Ascension II	Union Level 40	SOL3 Phase Rank 5	Big-league difficulty
Somnoire: Illusive Realms	The Past is the Future: Continued + Union Level 17	Depths of Illusive Realm	Combat detour

Alone in the Abyss

This quest is the introduction to the Tower of Adversity, which is the endgame of Wuthering Waves. A Rover can start it only after completing Chapter 1 Act IV Clashing Blades and reaching Union Level 15. Once that Union Level hits, the quest automatically appears in the Quest Menu. It is like being handed a VIP pass to the pain cave. The quest itself is simple, but the Tower of Adversity is where builds get tested and patience gets rewarded.

First Trial

Talk to Maqi just in front of the Resonance Beacon to complete the quest and unlock the Pioneer Association. If a Rover explores enough in certain areas—opening chests, completing puzzles, and the like—Maqi hands out rewards. So it pays to chat with her once an area has been thoroughly ransacked. This is the game's way of teaching that exploration is not just for sightseeing; it is for loot.

Honorary Chef: Taste of Memories

Talk to Panhua at Panhua Restaurant in Jinzhou to start this quest. The mission is mostly back-and-forth running around Jinzhou to complete an errand. A speedy Rover can finish it in under 10 minutes. Fortunately, Chixia makes an appearance for a short while to cheer the whole quest up. Aside from cooking, the quest also dabbles in crafting and synthesizing. It is a piece of cake, but at least Chixia is the cherry on top.

Remnants of the Past Days

This quest should be obtained automatically after collecting Sonance Caskets. Many players do not even realize it has landed in the Quest Menu, but it definitely will not be missed. It is a set-it-and-forget-it kind of quest, so there is no need to lose sleep over it. A Rover can simply keep collecting and let the quest sort itself out.

Pedestal Device

First, a Rover needs to reach Union Level 27 to unlock the Tactical Hologram. Then, the Pedestal Device quest arrives automatically from Qingqong. The quest is super easy because it only requires going back and forth to one of the Tactical Holograms. It is almost a formality, but it does open the door to a useful combat feature.

SOL3 Phase Ascension I

Upon reaching Union Level 20, this quest appears in the Quest Menu. Completing it increases SOL3 Phase to Rank 3, which means harder enemies but more abundant rewards. It is a classic no-pain, no-gain deal. A Rover who wants better drops should bite the bullet and ascend, because the overworld is not getting any softer.

SOL3 Phase Ascension II

Upon reaching Union Level 40, this quest arrives automatically from the Quest Menu. Completing it increases SOL3 Phase to Rank 5. By this point, a Rover should have a team that can handle itself, because the game stops pulling punches. The rewards are worth it, but the difficulty curve is no joke.

Somnoire: Illusive Realms

This quest appears after completing The Past is the Future: Continued. It is also related to Union Level since it introduces the gameplay of Depths of Illusive Realm. That event becomes available after reaching Union Level 17, so it is safe to say the quest starts around the same gate. It is a fun detour that shows off a different slice of combat.

Why These Tutorial Quests Still Matter in 2026

Even with all the new characters and systems, these quests remain the foundation. They unlock the Pioneer Association, Tower of Adversity, Tactical Hologram, SOL3 phases, and Depths of Illusive Realm. Skipping them is like trying to build a house on sand—bad idea. They also shower Union EXP, Astrite, and materials on the player. A Rover who ignores them will be up a creek without a paddle later.

Quick Tips for Speedy Completion

• A Rover should finish the main story until Chapter 1 Act IV before chasing Alone in the Abyss.

• A Rover should check the Quest Menu after every Union Level milestone.

• Opening chests and solving puzzles helps with Maqi's rewards.

• Saving Sonance Casket collecting for a rainy day triggers Remnants of the Past Days.

• SOL3 ascension should not be feared; better loot beats easier mobs.

Final Word

Tutorial quests in Wuthering Waves are not the flashiest content, but they are the bread and butter of early progression. They teach the ropes, unlock the good stuff, and occasionally let Chixia steal the show. In 2026, a new Rover can still breeze through them in a weekend. So a Rover can grab a snack, pet a hologram, and get those Union Levels. The endgame is waiting, and it is not going to clear itself.