Hey there. Pretty sure this is intended. It's to give a sense of exploration. The quest you are talking about was basically a point of interest (Mystery). The objective is in that general area. You kinda just have to explore a bit.

Hi. The chime noise you are describing. I didnt really notice the sound, but you might be talking about the iron veins that are located throughout. I don't know about the pulse tho.

Hey there. Pretty sure this is intended. It's to give a sense of exploration. The quest you are talking about was basically a point of interest (Mystery). The objective is in that general area. You kinda just have to explore a bit.