New World: How to Complete the Mysterious Benefactor Quest
In New World: Aeternum, the world of Aeternum remains full of mysteries long after players have reached the endgame. The "Mysterious Benefactor" quest is one of the more intriguing side stories introduced in the late-game content, offering a blend of exploration, mechanical puzzles, and meaningful lore about the remnants of Berlaur's survivors. This guide will walk you through how to start, complete, and efficiently finish the Mysterious Benefactor quest.
Starting the Quest
The Mysterious Benefactor quest begins in a late-game settlement following the events of the Berlaur storyline, which focus on the aftermath of a devastating attack that left much of the region in ruins. Speak to Lynette, a town official coordinating relief efforts. She expresses concern that not all survivors made it to safety and suspects that some may still be trapped or wandering outside the settlement walls.
Step 1:Speak to Alecksi
Approach Alecksi, a grizzled but brilliant engineer who's been trying to restore the town's ancient shield generator. His dialogue reveals more about the "benefactor" mentioned in the quest title-a mysterious figure who once funded technological advancements across Aeternum before vanishing after the fall of Berlaur.
Step 2:Gather Mechanical Battery Components
Collapsed Workshop (West of Town):
The first set of components can be found within a ruined workshop overtaken by Corrupted enemies. Expect to face Level 66–67 foes, including Corrupted Engineers and Sentries. Search the debris piles and loot mechanical scraps from the fallen enemies. Once collected, interact with the large ruined anvil to salvage the Battery Frame.
Abandoned Foundry (South Ridge):
Head south to the abandoned foundry, an area filled with molten hazards and elite Automaton enemies. You'll need to defeat a mini-boss named Forgemaster Orek, who guards the Battery Core. Use crowd control or ranged attacks to avoid being overwhelmed. After defeating him, loot the core from his body.
Shattered Outpost (Northern Edge):
The final component, the Energy Conduit, lies within the Shattered Outpost. This zone has high-level Lost enemies that can quickly swarm you if you're unprepared. Stick to the upper walkways, and once you clear the area, collect the glowing conduit from a broken generator near the cliffside.
Once all three components are collected, your quest will update, instructing you to return to Alecksi.
Step 3:Assemble the Mechanical Batteries
Back at the workshop, hand the components over to Alecksi. You'll then need to assist him in the Assembly Phase, an interactive crafting segment where you manually install the components into the generator using a nearby console.
Follow the on-screen prompts carefully-placing the frame, inserting the core, and finally linking the energy conduit. If done correctly, sparks will ignite as the generator powers up briefly before shutting down again.
Alecksi will comment that the power levels are unstable, suggesting one final step is needed to complete the activation sequence.
Step 4:Recharge the Shield Generator
Alecksi directs you to a nearby energy relay, where you'll need to use Azoth to stabilize the flow. Interacting with the relay consumes a small portion of your Azoth pool, but you'll gain it back upon quest completion.
After stabilizing the relay, return to the workshop to witness the generator roar to life. A faint blue barrier forms around the outskirts of the town-a remnant of the once-powerful defensive field that protected Berlaur.
Lynette arrives to thank you personally for your efforts, remarking that the survivors now have hope once again.
Step 5:Quest Completion and Rewards
After speaking with both Alecksi and Lynette, you'll complete the Mysterious Benefactor quest. The completion dialogue hints that the mysterious benefactor who originally designed the shield may still be alive, potentially setting up future story content or expansions.
You will receive:
34,000 XP, providing a solid boost toward late-game progression.
118.75 New World Coins, useful for crafting materials or fast travel expenses.
600 Territory Standing, increasing your reputation in the local region.
50 Azoth, partially compensating for the energy used during the recharging sequence.
Tips for Completing the Quest Efficiently
Prepare for combat:All three component areas are filled with Level 66+ enemies, including elites. Bring strong AoE weapons like the Great Axe or Fire Staff for crowd control.
Use Azoth wisely:Keep at least 100 Azoth on hand before starting the quest to handle fast travel and the final relay stabilization.
Travel in a group:This quest is easier and faster with a party, as enemies respawn quickly in the foundry and outpost zones.
Gather materials:While exploring, collect any Fae Iron, Runic Leather, or Infused Woods you find-these are valuable late-game crafting materials located near the quest areas.
Final Thoughts
The Mysterious Benefactor quest is a standout example of New World: Aeternum's evolving storytelling-blending combat, crafting, and mystery into a cohesive experience. Beyond its generous rewards, it deepens the lore around Aeternum's lost technology and the figures who sought to preserve it.
MMOexp New World Team