In *Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl*, the game is filled with intriguing NPC encounters that often lead Skif on small quests. One such unique interaction occurs in the Rookie Village with Lyonchyk Sprat, who needs help to deliver a joke to his fellow stalkers. This quest not only adds a humorous touch to the game but also helps Lyonchyk gain acceptance into the stalker circle, potentially forging new friendships.

Players might overlook this charming interaction if they're solely focused on completing main missions. Here's a detailed guide on how to find and successfully complete the Joke quest in the Rookie Village of *Stalker 2*.

How to Complete the Joke Quest from Lyonchyk Sprat in the Rookie Village

Lyonchyk Sprat can be found in the Rookie Village, situated in the Cordon region of *Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl*. As you approach the center of the village, you'll hear Lyonchyk calling out to Skif. He'll attempt to share a joke but will fumble the delivery, leading into his request for help.

Lyonchyk asks Skif to assist him in delivering a joke to a group of stalkers gathered around a bonfire, hoping this will help him befriend them. By agreeing to his request, you'll initiate the quest to help Lyonchyk Sprat deliver his joke and gain acceptance into the group.

Help Lyonchyk Sprat Tell a Joke

Once the quest begins, Lyonchyk instructs Skif to climb up to the attic and wait for his signal. Turn around from where you're standing, and you'll see a ladder leading to the attic of a nearby house, right next to the bonfire. Ascend the ladder and position yourself in the attic to advance the quest.

You'll be presented with various joke options, each eliciting a different reaction from the audience. Regardless of the choice you make, Lyonchyk will successfully deliver the joke, and the quest will be marked as completed.

Receiving Reward from Lyonchyk

After the interaction concludes, descend from the attic and return to Lyonchyk Sprat, who will be waiting at the same spot where you first met him. He'll express his gratitude for helping him join the stalker circle and reward Skif with 900 coupons.

However, if you fail to select any prompt and let Lyonchyk attempt the joke on his own, the quest will fail. In this scenario, Lyonchyk will flee from the group at the bonfire and be found crying beside a house, blaming Skif for abandoning him.