Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Beneath the Aurora Walkthrough - Guide

Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Beneath the Aurora Walkthrough

Learn how to unlock and complete Beneath the Aurora in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, including locations, enemies, party choices, and quest requirements.

2026-07-27
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Wiki Team
Quick Guide
  • Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Beneath the Aurora is a DLC quest from New Quests Pack 2.
  • Unlock condition: Start Chapter 6, receive the required Expansion Pass item, and visit Len.
  • Opening objective: Collect a Posystone from Pippito's Haunt in Tantal.
  • Main route: Travel through Rigitte Harbor, Baldotas Isle, and Godsford Isle.
  • Final choice: Select Pyra, Mythra, Nia, Poppi, Brighid, Pandoria, or Mòrag for Len’s proposal scene.

Beneath the Aurora Quest Overview

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Beneath the Aurora is an Expansion Pass side quest focused on Len’s proposal in Leftheria. The quest begins at Rigitte Harbor after the party has reached Chapter 6 and the relevant New Quests Pack 2 content has been activated.

The objective path is straightforward, but the quest combines travel, item collection, exploration, combat, and a party-member selection that changes portions of the dialogue and cutscenes. It is best treated as a short story-focused quest rather than a lengthy combat challenge.

Quest Type

  • DLC Quest
  • New Quests Pack 2
  • Story-focused side content

Starting Area

  • Rigitte Harbor
  • Leftheria
  • Speak with Len

Key Locations

  • Pippito's Haunt
  • Baldotas Isle
  • Godsford Isle
Quest DetailInformation
Quest nameBeneath the Aurora
GameXenoblade Chronicles 2
Content sourceNew Quests Pack 2
Recommended story pointAfter starting Chapter 6
Starting characterLen
Starting locationRigitte Harbor, Leftheria
Main reward focusQuest completion and alternate proposal scenes
Preparation Tip

Save before speaking with Len at Godsford Isle if you want to view different proposal scenes. The selected party member affects dialogue and cutscene variations.

How to Unlock the DLC Quest

Beneath the Aurora does not appear as a normal early-game quest. First, progress far enough to begin Chapter 6, then confirm that the corresponding Expansion Pass content has been received through the game’s Expansion Pass menu.

The quest is part of New Quests Pack 2, so owning the Expansion Pass alone may not be enough if the associated unlock item has not yet been claimed. Once the required item is available, travel to Rigitte Harbor in Leftheria and look for Len.

Unlock RequirementWhat to Check
Story progressChapter 6 has been started
DLC accessNew Quests Pack 2 is available
Key itemThe corresponding DLC unlock item was received
Starting NPCLen at Rigitte Harbor
RegionLeftheria
1

Reach Chapter 6

Continue the main story until Chapter 6 begins. The quest is not intended to be started during the early chapters.

2

Claim the Expansion Pass Content

Open the Expansion Pass menu and receive the relevant key item for the New Quests Pack 2 content. This step enables the quest data in the current save.

3

Travel to Rigitte Harbor

Go to Rigitte Harbor in Leftheria and speak with Len. The conversation begins the Beneath the Aurora quest.

4

Confirm the Quest Objectives

Check the objective list before leaving. The first task sends you to Pippito’s Haunt in Tantal for a Posystone.

Unlock Warning

If Len does not offer the quest, verify both conditions: Chapter 6 must have started, and the matching Expansion Pass key item must have been received.

For official Expansion Pass information, consult the Nintendo Xenoblade Chronicles 2 product page checked on July 27, 2026.

Beneath the Aurora Objective Route

The quest sends the party across multiple areas, but the objectives can be completed in a clear sequence. Start by obtaining the Posystone, return it to Len, and then follow the Leftheria route toward the two islands.

The quest log provides the exact wording for each objective. Use the table below as a quick route reference while moving between Titans and Skip Travel points.

StepObjectiveAreaRequired Action
1Get a PosystonePippito’s Haunt, TantalCollect the quest item
2Give the Posystone to LenRigitte Harbor, LeftheriaReturn to the quest NPC
3Check Baldotas IsleLeftheriaTravel to the island and inspect the area
4Check Godsford IsleLeftheriaContinue to the proposal location
5Clear the enemiesGodsford Isle, LeftheriaDefeat both Gogols blocking the proposal
6Speak with LenGodsford Isle, LeftheriaStart the final conversation and scene

The main navigation challenge is the transition from Tantal back to Leftheria. Use Skip Travel whenever the location is unlocked, then follow the quest marker toward the relevant harbor or island. The quest does not require a separate farming route for the Posystone; the item is tied to the objective at Pippito’s Haunt.

After reaching Godsford Isle, inspect the area before approaching the combat encounter. This helps keep the final objective sequence organized and avoids leaving the island before the enemies have been defeated.

LocationPurposeTravel Advice
Rigitte HarborStart the quest and return the PosystoneRecord the location for the mid-quest return
Pippito’s HauntObtain the PosystoneTravel to Tantal before continuing
Baldotas IsleCheck the proposal areaFollow the objective marker
Godsford IsleClear enemies and finish the questPrepare for the required battle first
Route Note

The quest moves from Tantal to Leftheria, so do not search for the Posystone on the Leftheria islands. The first objective specifically points to Pippito’s Haunt in Tantal.

Godsford Isle Battle and Party Selection

The only required combat encounter listed for the quest takes place on Godsford Isle. Two enemies block the proposal area:

EnemyLevelEncounter Role
Jealous GogolLv. 43Part of the required island battle
Imbalanced GogolLv. 45Part of the required island battle

The enemies are close in level, so a balanced party with reliable healing and access to elemental combos is a practical approach. Focus on controlling the encounter instead of rushing directly toward the final conversation.

Recommended preparation includes:

  • Confirm that the active party is properly equipped before traveling to Godsford Isle.
  • Keep a dependable healer available for sustained recovery.
  • Use Driver and Blade Arts that help build Specials consistently.
  • Avoid starting the encounter while other nearby enemies could join the battle.
  • Heal and restore party resources before speaking with Len after the fight.

Once both Gogols have been defeated, speak with Len at Godsford Isle. The game then asks you to choose one character to watch Len’s proposal.

Pyra or Mythra

Choose a central story companion for a scene with strong connection to Rex’s main party.

Nia

Select Nia for a different conversational tone and an alternate character focus.

Poppi

Pick Poppi to view her distinct reaction and dialogue during the proposal.

Other Party Members

Brighid, Pandoria, and Mòrag each provide their own dialogue and cutscene variation.

The selection does not change the core quest route or the basic completion result. Its primary effect is presentation: dialogue and cutscenes vary according to the chosen character. If you want to see every version, reload a save from before the final conversation and repeat the selection.

Completion Tip

Defeat both Gogols before speaking with Len at Godsford Isle. After the battle, the final selection determines which proposal reaction scene you view.

Completion Checklist and Results

Use this checklist to confirm that the quest is ready to finish:

Quest Completion Checklist:

  • Start Chapter 6 in the main story
  • Receive the New Quests Pack 2 unlock item through the Expansion Pass menu
  • Collect the Posystone from Pippito’s Haunt in Tantal
  • Check Baldotas Isle and Godsford Isle in Leftheria
  • Defeat the Jealous Gogol and Imbalanced Gogol, then speak with Len

The quest concludes after Len’s proposal goes forward with the help of Rex and his companions. The results text recognizes the party’s efforts, while the selected party member determines the version of the final dialogue and cutscene.

Completion PointResult
Posystone deliveredLen can continue the proposal plan
Baldotas Isle checkedThe party advances the investigation
Godsford Isle checkedThe final location is confirmed
Both Gogols defeatedThe path to the proposal is cleared
Len addressedThe quest concludes with the selected scene

There is no separate combat reward or branching gameplay route identified for this quest. Its main value is the additional story moment and the opportunity to view character-specific reactions. Players collecting every DLC quest scene should consider repeating the final choice from a pre-conversation save.

Scene Collection Advice

The party choice changes dialogue and cutscenes, so keep a save before the final conversation if alternate versions matter to your collection.

Beneath the Aurora FAQ

Q: What is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Beneath the Aurora?

Beneath the Aurora is a DLC quest from New Quests Pack 2 of the Expansion Pass. It follows Len’s proposal plans and takes Rex’s party through Tantal and Leftheria.

Q: Where does Beneath the Aurora begin?

The quest begins when you speak with Len at Rigitte Harbor in Leftheria after starting Chapter 6 and receiving the relevant Expansion Pass unlock item.

Q: Where can I find the Posystone?

The first objective sends you to Pippito’s Haunt in Tantal. Collect the Posystone there, then return to Len at Rigitte Harbor.

Q: Does the final character choice affect the quest ending?

The choice affects dialogue and cutscene variations. You can select Pyra, Mythra, Nia, Poppi, Brighid, Pandoria, or Mòrag, but the main completion result remains the same.

Final Reminder

The fastest reliable route is to unlock the DLC, collect the Posystone, inspect both Leftheria islands, defeat the two Gogols, and then choose your preferred character for the proposal scene.