A list of the side quests that can be completed in Final Fantasy VIII. These side quests are generally listed in the order that they can be completed during a regular playthrough; however, the top listing is a quick link to the End-Game Content section.
End-Game ContentWalkthrough Guide
A quick link to the full list of side quests that can be completed once you have reached the end of the story. Use the links below this one to go directly to a specific side quest.
As a reminder, there are two different types of quests in Final Fantasy XVI. Full-on side quests are the non-mandatory end-game content and extra content and are listed further down, but for a list of the Optional Quests (i.e., the green markers), use the link below.
A list of Optional Quests or “sidequests” in the game, denoted by the green quest markers:
Complete Side Quest List
The complete list of side quests is included below, and they are listed in the order that players would typically complete them during a regular playthrough:
Desiree, the scribe and secretary for the Hideaway, is entrusted with keeping all of the donations from Clive’s allies and patrons. As you accumulate 
Renown for completing quests and defeating Notorious Marks, you can claim the “tokens of appreciation” from the Patron’s Whisper.
A curious clockwork contraption that can perform several different musical compositions at the flick of a switch. The “Orchestrion Rolls” that Clive collects can be played and listened to here. This section contains a complete list of all the music you can collect.
As you progress through the game, Clive will amass a collection of Curiosities that include the description “Displayed in Clive’s chambers.” These are the items that will be added to Clive’s Wall of Memories. You’ll have to play through all of the content to collect them all.
“A crudely drawn map in whose margin is scrawled the message, ‘To all who would seek to mint gil, follow ye the path to Kretov.’”
A mysterious ceramic tablet that stands in the Hideaway. You can use the Arete Stone to train in the “Hall of Virtue,” update Clive’s appearance as well as his friends’, and activate different modes of play, including Arcade, Stage Replay, the Final Chronolith Trials, and Kairos Gate.
An explanation of how Final Fantasy XVI’s “Medal of Valor” system works, and an overview of which bosses and battles offer you the opportunity to earn one.
The Thousand Tomes is a comprehensive compendium of Valisthean lore. This side quest section contains tips for getting Clive’s and Harpocrates’ wisdom level up to “Max” and unlocking all of the entries added to the Thousand Tomes directory.
A guide for using the Adder Stone to hunt down all of the Aquamarine materials in Mysidia. This mini Side Quest takes place in Mysidia during “The Rising Tide” DLC Expansion.
The “ultimate” test of combat skills. Challenge yourself by attempting to complete 20 stages that are progressively more difficult without dying.