sidequest
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[edit]- IPA(key): /ˈsaɪdˌkwɛst/
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Noun
[edit]sidequest (plural sidequests)
- (video games) A quest given to the player that has no direct bearing on the main story or campaign of the game.
- Synonym: side mission
- Completion of a sidequest often results in the acquisition of money or items that are otherwise unavailable, or unlocks another sidequest.
- 2022, Adam Moreno, Purpose-Driven Learning: Unlocking and Empowering Our Students’ Innate Passion for Learning[1], Taylor & Francis, →ISBN:
- Two tasks I want to discuss are mentioned several times within this chapter: sidequests and adventure paths. These tasks are unique because they offer students a challenge beyond the required work within Michael's classroom. Sidequests are projects that students complete to deepen their understanding of the content.
- 2024 October 31, Stephanie Amante-Ritter, “The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel” (1:29 from the start), in Star Trek: Lower Decks[2], season 5, episode 3, spoken by Jack Ransom (Jerry O'Connell):
- “Ooh, this is gonna be awesome. As soon as we clean up those nanites I'm gonna...” “Sorry, Mr. Boimler, but you and I have a little side quest we need to take care of.” “Ew. don't wink. Winking's gross.” “Not when I pair it with my signature smirk.” “Worse.”
- (Internet slang) A real-world task or action that a person, often a celebrity, completes optionally or unexpectedly.
- He keeps completing random sidequests like hosting award shows.
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[edit]a quest
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