Buried Sword Strange Tales: A Complete Walkthrough on GenshinBuilds

## Uncovering the Secrets of the Golden Tree: A Nocturnal ExpeditionIn the expansive world of *Neverness to Everness*, players can uncover hidden side quests known as Strange Tales that reward keen observation. One particularly evocative mystery on **Sunni Island** is the “Buried Sword Strange Tales,” officially cataloged as “The Secret Tales of the Golden Tree.” This objective involves repairing a fractured blade embedded in stone, though players will quickly realize that the necessary components only manifest under the cloak of night.The journey begins at a rock-bound sword situated on a small island northeast of the main Sunni landmass. Nearby, engravings on a golden tree provide clues regarding the whereabouts of the three missing segments: the Hilt, Guard, and Blade. Crucially, these items only appear beside glowing golden trees after sunset, compelling players to manipulate the in-game time to progress.### Mission Overview* **Quest Title:** The Secret Tales of the Golden Tree (Buried Sword Strange Tales)* **Area:** Sunni Island (northeast islet, vicinity of the Rero Rero Phonebooth)* **Key Mechanic:** Collect pieces at night; finalize assembly during daylight* **Required Components:** Broken Hilt, Broken Guard, Broken Blade* **Outcome:** Earn Sunni Island Footprint completion points (note: the sword is not an equippable item)Once you grasp the cyclical nature of this quest, tracking down the items becomes simple.### Locating the Fragments* **Broken Hilt:** Travel to the **Rero Rero Phonebooth** and head southward. Navigate behind the central structure to find a luminous golden tree; the Hilt sits at its base. Remember to toggle your clock to night if the tree isn’t shining.* **Broken Guard:** From the same fast-travel point, proceed northwest. Keep an eye out for the unmistakable golden radiance of the second tree, where the Guard is waiting on the ground.* **Broken Blade:** The final piece is situated in the northeastern sector of Sunni Island, near the “Dance Dance Dance” Strange Tales location. Scan the area for the characteristic golden glow to secure the last component.### Completing the RitualWith all three parts in your inventory, head back to the sword-in-stone site. **Switch your in-game time to daytime** to trigger the final interaction. Inserting the pieces causes the sword and surrounding trees to flare with golden light, finalizing the Strange Tales entry and boosting your Sunni Island exploration statistics.While you won’t be adding this blade to your personal arsenal, the quest offers a delightful exercise in environmental storytelling, utilizing time-gated mechanics to engage players.### More Sunni Island MysteriesFor those refining their roster or digging deeper into regional lore, check out our [Lacrimosa Best Teams guide](https://genshin-builds.com/neverness-to-everness-nte-lacrimosa-best-team-comp-composition/) or our [Ms. Bulan Strange Tales walkthrough](https://genshin-builds.com/neverness-to-everness-nte-ms-bulan-guide/) on GenshinBuilds.### Summary”The Secret Tales of the Golden Tree” provides a charming, albeit brief, departure from typical gameplay. By integrating the day-night cycle, it adds a layer of depth to the exploration of Sunni Island. Ensure you’re hunting for items after dark and finalizing the assembly during the day to clear this task from your checklist.