Esoteric Ebb: Star Witness Quest Guide
The Star Witness quest is one of the main investigation threads tied to the Tea Shop explosion in Esoteric Ebb. This quest pushes the story forward by pointing you toward the only person who may have seen what actually happened during the blast.
The Star Witness is Frank, son of Frank, and the quest focuses on tracking down where he fled after the explosion.
How To Start The Star Witness Quest In Esoteric Ebb
The quest begins during the Tea Shop investigation once you reach the Goblin Garden.
Speak with Lady Miska Sageleaf and discuss the explosion. During this conversation, new information about a possible witness appears and the quest tree updates.
At this point, The Star Witness quest is officially added to your investigation log.
Who The Star Witness Is
The only known survivor connected to the Tea Shop explosion is a man named Frank, son of Frank.
He was reportedly seen near the scene shortly before the blast wearing bright yellow clothing and carrying a large yellow backpack.
Because of this, Frank becomes the main person investigators want to find. It is not immediately clear if he is a witness, a suspect, or someone who simply escaped before the explosion.
Where To Look For Frank
Once the quest begins, clues begin pointing toward two possible areas where Frank may have fled.
Possible locations mentioned during the investigation include:
Waterlane, the lower dock district connected to Tolstad
The City Below, specifically deeper caverns beneath the city
As the investigation progresses, the clues increasingly suggest that Frank moved underground.
Investigation Clues That Narrow The Search
Several NPC conversations help narrow down where Frank went after the explosion.
Important leads include:
Arn at the Pillar Kiosk confirms Frank had a yellow backpack and recently bought a Freestrider magazine
The Duck at the Temple of Urth mentions someone hiding in the City Below who does not belong there
Moongore in The Roots reveals that Frank used magic on her before fleeing toward the South Caves
Together, these clues strongly suggest that Frank escaped into the deeper caverns beneath Tolstad.
Tips For Completing The Star Witness Quest
Keep these points in mind while progressing the investigation.
Speak with Lady Sageleaf in Goblin Garden to start the quest
Talk to NPCs across Tolstad to gather investigation clues
Visit the Temple of Urth and speak with the Duck for an important lead
Speak with Moongore in The Roots to learn where Frank fled
Be cautious when exploring the City Below, as enemies can be tougher early on
The quest progresses naturally as you continue investigating the Tea Shop explosion and following these leads.
Final Note
The Star Witness quest ties together multiple locations and NPCs across Tolstad. By gathering clues from conversations and piecing together where Frank fled, the investigation slowly pushes you toward the underground areas beneath the city.
Following the witness trail is a key part of uncovering what really happened during the Tea Shop explosion.
FAQ
Who is the Star Witness in Esoteric Ebb
The Star Witness is Frank, son of Frank, a man seen near the Tea Shop explosion wearing bright yellow clothing and carrying a yellow backpack.
Where did Frank go in Esoteric Ebb
Clues suggest that Frank fled into the City Below, specifically toward the South Caves beneath Tolstad.
How do you start The Star Witness quest
The quest begins after speaking with Lady Miska Sageleaf in Goblin Garden during the Tea Shop investigation.
What clues lead to Frank’s location
Arn confirms his appearance, the Duck at the Temple of Urth mentions someone hiding in the City Below, and Moongore reveals that Frank fled toward the South Caves.
