NPCs in Storage Hunters: Open World are more than just characters standing around the map. They are your source for free cash, bonus items, and experience through their quest systems. With 5 NPCs spread across the game world, each offering different quest types and rewards, understanding who to talk to and what to complete is essential for maximizing your income. This guide covers every NPC in the game, their locations, quest details, and strategies for efficient quest completion.
How NPCs Work in Storage Hunters: Open World
NPCs are non-player characters positioned at specific locations across the map. Each NPC offers a series of quests that you can complete for rewards. Quests range from simple tasks like participating in your first auction to more complex objectives like finding specific items or reaching certain milestones.
NPC Quest Benefits
Quests provide rewards that are essentially free value. Unlike auctions, which require you to spend money and risk losing it, quests give you cash, items, and experience with no financial risk. This makes quest completion one of the most efficient ways to build your bankroll, especially in the early game.
| Quest Reward Type | Typical Value | Risk | When Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | 50-500+ | None | From the start |
| Items | Low to Very High | None | Based on NPC tier |
| Accessories | Rare to Mythic | None | High-tier NPC quests |
| Experience | Variable | None | All quests |
All 5 NPCs Complete Reference
Billy (Junk Yard)
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| NPC Name | Billy |
| Location | Junk Yard (near entrance) |
| Tier | Starter |
| Quest Types | Beginner tutorials, basic bidding tasks, hauling tutorials, selling objectives |
| Quest Difficulty | Easy |
| Rewards | Starting cash, basic items, experience |
Billy is your first NPC contact in Storage Hunters: Open World. He stands near the Junk Yard entrance and offers quests designed to teach new players the core mechanics. His quests walk you through the auction process, hauling mechanics, and shop selling while rewarding you with the cash you need to participate in more auctions.
Billy's Questline:
Billy's quests typically follow a tutorial-style progression:
- First Auction Quest - Participate in your first storage auction. Reward: starting cash.
- First Haul Quest - Successfully haul items from a won container. Reward: cash bonus.
- First Sale Quest - Sell your first item at your shop. Reward: selling experience bonus.
- Container Completion Quest - Fully clear a Junk Yard Container. Reward: moderate cash.
- Mutation Discovery Quest - Find your first mutation. Reward: cash and item.
Strategy: Complete all of Billy's quests before spending significant time on auctions. The free cash from these quests gives you a substantial head start on building your bankroll.
Quest NPC 1 (Junk Yard)
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| NPC Name | Quest NPC 1 |
| Location | Junk Yard (central area) |
| Tier | Starter |
| Quest Types | Exploration, item collection, basic tasks |
| Quest Difficulty | Easy |
| Rewards | Additional cash and items |
Quest NPC 1 is a second quest-giver in the Junk Yard who provides supplementary beginner tasks. These quests complement Billy's tutorial quests with additional exploration and collection objectives.
Quest NPC 1 Questline:
- Map Exploration Quest - Visit key locations in the Junk Yard. Reward: cash.
- Lost Item Quest - Find a lost item in the Junk Yard. Reward: bonus item and cash.
- Item Collection Quest - Collect specific item types from containers. Reward: moderate cash.
- Net Worth Milestone Quest - Reach a specific net worth. Reward: cash bonus.
Strategy: Complete Quest NPC 1's quests alongside Billy's. There is no reason to skip any Junk Yard quest, as they all provide free value.
Sal (Back Alley)
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| NPC Name | Sal |
| Location | Back Alley |
| Tier | Mid |
| Quest Types | Mid-level auction tasks, item appraisal, area-specific objectives |
| Quest Difficulty | Medium |
| Rewards | Better cash rewards, mid-tier items, occasional accessories |
Sal is the primary NPC in the Back Alley. He offers mid-level quests that reward more generously than the Junk Yard NPCs. His quests focus on developing your skills in the Back Alley area, including bidding on B-Tier containers and identifying valuable items.
Sal's Questline:
- Back Alley Introduction Quest - Win your first Back Alley Container auction. Reward: cash.
- Mutation Identification Quest - Find a Rare mutation item. Reward: cash and item.
- Bidding Strategy Quest - Win an auction at a good price. Reward: cash bonus.
- Sales Milestone Quest - Reach a certain total sales value. Reward: accessory (possible).
- Area Exploration Quest - Explore all Back Alley locations. Reward: cash and experience.
Strategy: Sal's quests are your first source of potential accessory rewards. Complete his questline as soon as you unlock the Back Alley to maximize your income and collect any accessory bonuses he offers.
Ted (Farmyard)
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| NPC Name | Ted |
| Location | Farmyard |
| Tier | Mid-High |
| Quest Types | Higher-difficulty farming tasks, item collection, container challenges |
| Quest Difficulty | Medium-Hard |
| Rewards | High cash rewards, good items, possible Epic accessories |
Ted is the Farmyard NPC who offers the most challenging and rewarding quests outside the endgame. His quests require more effort and skill but pay significantly better than earlier NPC questlines.
Ted's Questline:
- Farmyard Introduction Quest - Win your first Farmyard container. Reward: cash.
- Barn Garage Quest - Win a Barn Garage auction. Reward: substantial cash.
- Epic Mutation Quest - Find an Epic mutation item. Reward: high-value item and cash.
- Hauling Efficiency Quest - Clear a container in a single trip. Reward: cash and accessory.
- Farmyard Mastery Quest - Complete multiple Farmyard objectives. Reward: Epic accessory (possible).
Strategy: Ted's quests are the gateway to Epic accessories. Complete his questline as you progress through the Farmyard for maximum rewards.
Gas Station NPC (Cross-Area)
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| NPC Name | Gas Station NPC |
| Location | Gas Station (accessible from multiple areas) |
| Tier | Cross-Area |
| Quest Types | Cross-area objectives, traveling tasks, collection quests |
| Quest Difficulty | Variable |
| Rewards | Variable cash and items, unique quest rewards |
The Gas Station NPC is unique because their quests span multiple areas. Rather than focusing on a single area, the Gas Station NPC provides objectives that require traveling between areas and interacting with different parts of the game world.
Gas Station NPC Questline:
- Travel Quest - Visit all unlocked areas. Reward: cash and travel bonus.
- Multi-Area Collection Quest - Collect items from different areas. Reward: cash.
- NPC Interaction Quest - Speak with all other NPCs. Reward: experience and item.
- Area-Specific Container Quest - Win containers from multiple areas. Reward: substantial cash.
- Completion Quest - Complete various cross-area objectives. Reward: unique item.
Strategy: The Gas Station NPC provides a meta-level questline that encourages you to engage with all areas of the game. Complete their quests as you progress through the areas for additional income and unique rewards.
NPC Quest Priority Guide
Here is the recommended order for completing NPC quests:
When Starting Out
- Billy and Quest NPC 1 (Junk Yard) - Complete all quests immediately
- Gas Station NPC - Start cross-area quests that overlap with other activities
- Sal (Back Alley) - Complete upon unlocking the Back Alley
- Ted (Farmyard) - Complete upon unlocking the Farmyard
When Progressing
- Complete all available quests in your current area first
- Check Gas Station NPC for any completable cross-area quests
- Return to previous areas for any missed quests
- Track quest completion to ensure nothing is left undone
Quest Income per Area
| Area | NPC | Estimated Quest Income | Quest Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junk Yard | Billy | 200-500 cash | Easy |
| Junk Yard | Quest NPC 1 | 150-400 cash | Easy |
| Back Alley | Sal | 300-800 cash | Medium |
| Farmyard | Ted | 500-1500 cash | Medium-Hard |
| Cross-Area | Gas Station | 400-1000 cash | Variable |
Quest Tips and Tricks
- Always check for quests before auctioning - Quest rewards can provide the cash you need for your next bid
- Complete tutorial quests on your first session - Billy's quests are designed for immediate completion
- Stack quests with regular gameplay - Many quests complete naturally as you play; check quest objectives before starting
- Do not ignore the Gas Station NPC - Their cross-area quests often complete passively as you progress
- Return to previous areas for missed quests - Some quests may become available only after reaching certain milestones
- Quest items do not cost you anything - Unlike auction items, quest rewards are free value with zero risk
Frequently Asked Questions
How many NPCs are in Storage Hunters: Open World? There are 5 NPCs: Billy and Quest NPC 1 in the Junk Yard, Sal in the Back Alley, Ted in the Farmyard, and the Gas Station NPC at the Gas Station hub.
Can I complete NPC quests in any order? Most quests have prerequisites or unlock conditions. Complete them in the natural order as you progress through areas. Billy's quests should be done first, followed by Sal's, then Ted's.
Do NPCs offer repeatable quests? Some NPCs may offer repeatable quests that can be completed multiple times for ongoing rewards. Check with each NPC regularly for new quest availability.
What is the best NPC for cash rewards? Ted in the Farmyard offers the highest cash rewards among the area-specific NPCs. The Gas Station NPC also provides substantial rewards through cross-area quests.
Do NPC quests expire? NPC quests generally do not expire, but some may be tied to specific progression milestones. Complete quests as they become available to avoid missing any.
Can I find accessories through NPC quests? Yes, several NPC quests offer accessory rewards, particularly Sal's and Ted's higher-tier quests. These are some of the most reliable sources for Epic and Legendary accessories.
Related Guides
- All Areas Guide - NPC locations by area
- Best Accessories Guide - Accessory rewards from quests
- Beginners Guide - Getting started with NPC quests
- How to Get Rich Fast - Quest income as part of profit strategy
- All Containers Guide - Container-related quest objectives