Sidequest
/ˈsaɪdkwɛst/noun
A secondary mission or task within a larger narrative, often in video games.
Did you know?In ancient storytelling, secondary narratives often served as vital lessons or tests for the hero, mirroring the mystical journey of life itself.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
quaestio
“The act of seeking or inquiry.”
Old French
Old French
queste
“A search or pursuit.”
Middle English
Middle English
queste
“An inquiry or request.”
Modern English
Modern English
quest
“A long or arduous search for something.”
Modern English
Modern English
sidequest
“A minor, optional task or mission alongside a main quest.”