In Palia, the Prove Your Devotion quest is a meaningful rite of passage that teaches players about the culture, philosophy, and spirit of Majiri virtues. To become a recognized member of Kilima Village, you must complete tasks that explore the community’s past, present, and future lectures from villagers, planting wild trees, and honoring ancestor memory. Completing this main quest alongside others like Prove Your Purpose and Prove Your Generosity is essential to advancing into full citizenship in the game.
Overview of Prove Your Devotion
This quest is initiated by Eshe after completing the Strong Foundations quest. It is split into seven parts that take you across significant locations in the game: speaking to key NPCs, visiting Bahari Bay ruins, planting wild tree seeds, placing a Remembrance Candle, and finally returning to Eshe to achieve renown. It emphasizes understanding the past, acting in the present, and respecting the future.([turn0search0])
Step 1: Learn About the Past with Jina
Begin by speaking with Jina in Kilima Village. She directs you to the ruins in Bahari Bay, located on a hilltop in section D7 on your map. Once you reach the ruins, interact with the statue to read the inscription and reflect on past mistakes tied to the dangers of Flow. Return to Jina afterwards to complete this segment.([turn0search0])
Step 2: Visit the Ruins at Bahari Bay
Exploring the ruins involves navigating to the map’s far-right gate symbol near Bahari Bay. Climb the hill either directly from the side or via a bridge near the Pavel Workshop. Interact with the ruin’s statue to trigger quest progress, then head back to Jina to proceed.([turn0search2])
Step 3: Understand the Present with Hassian
After speaking to Jina, seek out Hassian to learn about the present. He explains the importance of balancing resource use with giving back, symbolized by planting trees. You must collect wild tree seeds from mature trees acorns, juniper, pinecone, or samara and plant them on your housing plot.
Important Notes on Planting
- You need to plant exactly three wild tree seeds.
- Do not chop down planted trees before speaking to Hassian or the count may reset.
- Some players report bugs where progress doesn’t register unless trees are planted and monitored directly on your lot.([turn0search0])
Once planted, revisit Hassian to complete the present segment. Community reports note that fully mature trees don’t necessarily count so planting and waiting briefly is often required.([turn0search7])
Step 4: Reflect on the Future with Chayne
After Hassian, Chayne will introduce the concept of future and death. He asks you to visit the Remembrance Garden and place a Remembrance Candle provided by him at the designated altar by pressing the F key. This symbolic gesture completes your reflection on future generations. Return to Chayne once done.([turn0search0])
Step 5: Report Back to Eshe for Completion
Finally, after honoring the past, acting in the present, and contemplating the future, return to Eshe. She affirms your devotion to Majiri virtues and awards you 15 Renown. If you’ve completed the companion quests Prove Your Purpose and Prove Your Generosity you officially move closer to citizenship in Kilima Village.([turn0search0])
Common Issues and How to Solve Them
Many players have reported bugs associated with counting planted trees. In several Steam forums, it’s noted that the quest tracker doesn’t register certain plantings or resets unexpectedly. The common workaround is to plant seeds directly on your home plot, water them, and wait a minute for them to register. Chopping down grown trees too early may reset progress.([turn0search7])
Bug Tips from Players
- Plant three new wild tree seeds on your plot, then wait until they register rather than cutting them prematurely.
- Remain near planted trees briefly to allow the quest to detect the action.([turn0search7])
- If progress stalls, consider planting additional seeds and watering them without destroying existing shrubs or saplings.
Why Prove Your Devotion Matters
This quest is more than a checklist it reflects Palia’s narrative focus on community values and personal responsibility. By engaging with villagers like Jina, Hassian, and Chayne, you learn the living history of the land, the importance of giving back to nature, and recognizing the cycle of life. The tasks reinforce meaningful engagement and respect toward Kilima Village culture.([turn0search2])
Tips for Smooth Completion
- Explore Bahari Bay during daylight to easily locate the hilltop and ruins marker.
- Gather tree seeds in advance by chopping mature trees in Bahari Bay before speaking to Hassian.
- Plant seeds carefully be patient until the planted count increments.
- Place the candle only in the garden site marked on your map to ensure progression.
Quest Rewards and Progression
Completing Prove Your Devotion grants you 15 Renown and builds your relationship with Eshe. It is a prerequisite for unlocking further citizenship quests, ultimately leading to receiving your own Shepp and establishing your place in the Majiri community.([turn0search2])
The Prove Your Devotion quest in Palia thoughtfully blends narrative, environment, and gameplay by highlighting Majiri virtues through reflection, action, and respect. While some players may encounter planting bugs, following careful steps planting seeds on your plot and waiting for quest recognition can overcome most issues. Completing the quest brings not only renown, but also a deeper understanding of Palia’s history and values. It is a memorable milestone on your journey to become an official member of Kilima Village.