If you’re struggling to complete the Keeping the Old Traditions side quest in Diablo 4, don’t worry. While the solution isn’t obvious, once you know what to do, it’ll take seconds to complete.
Fortunately, we’ve outlined the exact steps you need to take in order to complete this tricky quest. So, keep reading to learn how to finish the Keeping the Old Traditions quest.
Keeping the Old Traditions Quest Guide
To complete the Keeping the Old Traditions side quest in Diablo 4, players need to stand in front of the demon statue in Dry Steppes and use the Yes emote.
For a complete breakdown of where to go and how to activate the emote, keep reading:
- Head to the location indicated on the map below.
- You’ll find it in the Dry Steppes area Northeast of the Jirandai Waypoint and Northwest of the Qara Yisu Waypoint.

- Walk up to the large statue built into the wall on your left.
- Equip the Yes emote.
- To equip an emote, do the following:
- On console:
- Hold up on the D-Pad
- Select a slot to place the Yes emote
- Press Triangle/Y to open up your available emotes
- Choose the Yes emote with X/A
- On PC:
- Press E to open the emote wheel
- Use your mouse to select Customize and then the Yes Emote
- On console:
- To equip an emote, do the following:

- Active the Yes emote next to the statue.
- A hidden chest will appear on your right.
- Open it to complete the quest.

Keeping the Old Traditions Quest Rewards
Players will be rewarded with XP and gold, which will vary depending on their current level and World Tier.
Additionally, you will get the randomized loot from inside the hidden chest that spawns when you use the Yes emote.
Its contents are not guaranteed, but you’re likely to get some higher tier-loot, ranging from Magic to Rare.

