In Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, many NPCs offer small quests, adding depth to the game. One particularly memorable encounter is with Lyonchyk Sprat in Rookie Village. His quest involves delivering a joke to gain acceptance from a group of stalkers. Easily missed if you rush through the main missions, this quirky side quest is worth undertaking.
Completing Lyonchyk Sprat's Joke Quest in Rookie Village
Find Lyonchyk Sprat in Rookie Village (Cordon region). He'll initiate contact near the village center, initially botching a joke attempt. He'll then ask for your help delivering a better one to the stalkers around the bonfire to earn their friendship. Agreeing starts the quest.
Delivering the Joke
Lyonchyk instructs you to wait in the attic. A ladder beside the bonfire leads to it. Climb up and wait for his cue. You'll be presented with several joke options. Choosing any option results in a successful joke delivery and quest completion.
Your Reward
After the interaction, return to Lyonchyk. He’ll thank you and reward you with 900 coupons. However, if you don't choose a joke option and let Lyonchyk attempt it alone, he'll fail, run off crying, and the quest will be marked as failed.
