Some quests in Infinity Nikki ask players to defeat towering bosses, locate hidden Whimstars, or solve elaborate puzzles. Then there is Kindled Inspiration: Super Waterproof, a random side quest that basically amounts to a fashion pop quiz: put on a specific hat and go talk to a guy. It sounds simple, but many players find themselves scrolling through a stuffed wardrobe wondering which headwear qualifies as “super waterproof.” Fear not. The answer is far less complicated than a soggy journey through the Wishing Woods.

The Hat That Defies Rain

The only piece a player needs to equip is the Azure Ripples. To grab it, open the wardrobe, navigate to the headwear category, and slap that stylish lid on Nikki’s head. It does not require crafting, gacha luck, or an elaborate fishing detour. The Azure Ripples is part of the Bye-Bye Dust ability outfit, which already makes it a practical choice for anyone who has ever been caught in a surprise downpour or wanted to look mysterious while dodging dust bunnies.

Arlda, the quest-giving fashion critic, specifically wants to see waterproof headwear. Equipping the Azure Ripples satisfies his strangely specific request. Other hats might be cute, dramatic, or covered in ribbons, but if they cannot handle a sprinkler, they will not pass this test.

Finding Arlda in the Wishing Woods

After equipping the Azure Ripples, the next step is to locate Arlda. This NPC hangs out in the Wishing Woods, which means players will need to do a little walking, teleporting, or dramatic wandering through one of Miraland’s more whimsical zones. The good news is that Nikki does not need to solve a puzzle, fight anything, or wait for a specific weather condition. Arlda just wants a chat with a well-accessorized stylist.

The maps below reveal both the wide area and the closer position of Arlda. If a player has zoomed around the Wishing Woods and somehow missed him, these images should end the search quickly.

Once he is spotted, just walk up and speak with him. If the Azure Ripples is equipped, the conversation will wrap up and the quest will be marked complete. It is the kind of effortless resolution that makes players wonder why they spent ten minutes double-checking every hat in their inventory.

What Happens After the Fashion Pop Quiz

Completing Super Waterproof is not the end of the adventure. It actually unlocks two new Kindled Inspiration quests in the player’s quest log: Kindled Inspiration: Glimpse of Sunset and Kindled Inspiration: Weave Fantasy. Both follow the same general formula: wear certain items and talk to specific NPCs in the Wishing Woods. Players who enjoy the low-stakes dress-up-and-deliver style of questing will feel right at home.

The rewards follow the established Kindled Inspiration pattern. Each of the follow-up quests offers Diamonds and sketches, which are always useful for expanding a wardrobe or saving for the next banner. The exact requirements for those quests are a separate matter, but after Super Waterproof, players at least know to keep their headwear collection organized and their map zoom ready.

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Final Thoughts

Kindled Inspiration: Super Waterproof is one of those Infinity Nikki quests that feels more like a wardrobe check than an epic feat. Equip the Azure Ripples, find Arlda in the Wishing Woods, and enjoy the easy completion. Then, with two new quests suddenly clogging the log, players can decide whether to chase more Diamonds or spend the next hour taking photos of Nikki’s waterproof hat in the rain. Either activity is valid in Miraland.