Metaphor: ReFantazio

Metaphor: ReFantazio

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All Followers Guide
Autorstwa: HayateButler
This guide provides all the important information you'll need regarding all Followers, such as ability bonuses and bond rank up requirements. The schedule aspect is fairly lenient in Metaphor: ReFantazio, so while this will help with planning ahead to max out all Follower Bonds, it isn't strictly necessary. Do also keep in mind that there may be story spoilers if you read too far beyond your current progress, so I recommend finishing your first playthrough at your own pace before consulting this for more details, especially since the best dialogue responses do not play a big a role (it only rewards the player with more MAG).

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Introduction
The Followers system is essentially Metaphor: ReFantazio's adaptation of the Social Link/Confidant system from the Persona series, so if you've played any mainline Persona game, this should be easy to understand.

Each Follower has a maximum Bond Rank of 8, and they represent the bonds the Wandering Boy (the protagonist) has forged throughout his journey. As they're deepened, he is able to unlock and further strengthen the power of Archetypes, as well as gain access to other abilities and perks for the party.

But where Social Links mainly utilize a point system in which a rank up is guaranteed once the point requirements are met, deepening bonds with Followers is done through story progression, fulfilling certain requests, or simply by spending time with them.

It's worth noting that there is generally a 1 day wait period between being able to progress each Follower's next bond rank, so you are incentivised to work on multiple bonds together instead of focusing on one at a time.

Lastly, when you are in the middle of a story-fixed travel, you cannot progress Follower Bonds (with the exception of Neuras) even if they are supposed to be available while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner. They instead have unique hang out events or dialogues.

Here's a table listing how much MAG you earn per MAG Note received when responding to a Follower with a favorable dialogue option:
Notes
MAG Reward
1 ♪
250 MAG
2 ♪
450 MAG
3 ♪
600 MAG
4 ♪
1,000 MAG
Followers Overview
Follower
Archetype Lineage
Bond Rank Royal Virtue Requirements
Gallica
Mage
Strohl
Warror
Imagination Rank 3
Hulkenberg
Knight
Wisdom Rank 4
Heismay
Thief
Eloquence Rank 2, Imagination Rank 4
Junah
Masked Dancer
Imagination Rank 4
Eupha
Summoner
Eloquence Rank 4, Wisdom Rank 5
Basilio
Berserker
Imagination Rank 5, Eloquence Rank 5
Neuras
Gunner
Maria
Healer
Tolerance Rank 2, Tolerance Rank 4
Catherina
Brawler
Tolerance Rank 5
Alonzo
♥♥♥♥♥
Imagination Rank 2, Wisdom Rank 3, Tolerance Rank 3, Courage Rank 5
Bardon
Commander
Eloquence Rank 3
Brigitta
Merchant
Wisdom Rank 2, Courage Rank 3, Courage Rank 4
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Seeker
Gallica (Mage)
A fairy, rarely seen in the world. She was sent by the Resistance to aid the protagonist in their search for an ally.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Mage Archetype - The party can now study the Mage.
2
Mage Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
Followers' Echoes - The voice of Followers can now be heard, even from far away.
3
Mage Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Wizard.
Monstrology Scholar - Enemy analysis in Squad Battle is now more detailed.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 2.
Fae Sight Acuity - Fae Sight now yields more detail while inside a dungeon.
5
Mage Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 3.
7
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 4.
8
Mage Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Elemental Master and Warlock.
Victory Foresight - During Squad Battles, you may gain extra Turn Icons.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 06/06
2
(Automatic) 06/11
3
(Automatic) 07/05 - 07/16
4
(Automatic) 07/23 - 08/12
5
(Automatic) 08/13
6
(Automatic) 08/19 - 09/05
7
(Automatic) 09/23
8
(Automatic) 09/24
Leon Strohl (Warrior)
Son of a rural noble house that fell in a human attack. Proud of his parents' legacy, he gladly risks his life for justice.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Warrior Archetype - The party can now study the Warrior.
2
Warrior Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
Undaunted Spirit - When Strohl attacks a human-type monster, critical rate increases.
3
Warrior Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Swordmaster.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 2.
5
Warrior Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Strohl gains increases.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 3.
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Strohl will gain experience at the normal rate.
7
Warrior Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Samurai.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 4.
Slayer of Humans - When Strohl attacks a human-type monster, critical rate greatly increases.
Grand Fantasy - Strohl is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 06/06
2
Completed "Necromancer Takedown" Story Request
Earliest Available Date on 06/13

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Let’s find a way to help. (+600 MAG)
  3. Let's go talk to him. (+600 MAG)
  4. That’s what friends do. (+600 MAG)
3
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. No, we'll do this together. (+450 MAG)
4
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. It can make you rich. (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any (+250 MAG)
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
5
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. I know I’ll see it someday. (+250 MAG)
  2. It’s okay to be nervous. (+600 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Try to stay calm. (+250 MAG)
  5. No leads? / Tell me about your father. (+450 MAG)
6
Requires Imagination Rank 3 (Visionary)
Complete "A Noble's Legacy" Request by going to Grand Trad: Regalith Grand Cathedral, talking to the Fishmonger, and then the Capital Merchant

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any (+450 MAG)
  3. He was a man of virtue. (+600 MAG)
7
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Something is off… (+250 MAG)
  2. Stick to your ideals. (+600 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
8
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. You do. (+450 MAG)
  2. Luck is its own type of skill. (+250 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+250 MAG)
  5. Surely, they believed in you. (+1000 MAG)
  6. Any (+1000 MAG)
Eiselin Hulkenberg (Knight)
Former knight serving the prince. Fiercely loyal, she holds her mission higher than the value of any life, including her own.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Knight Archetype - The party can now study the Knight.
2
Knight Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
Guard Duty - Hulkenberg may defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
3
Knight Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Magic Knight.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 2.
5
Knight Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Hulkenberg gains increases.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 3.
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Hulkenberg will gain experience at the normal rate.
7
Knight Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Paladin and Dark Knight.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 4.
Special Guard Duty - High probability for Hulkenberg to defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
Grand Fantasy - Hulkenberg is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 06/11
2
Completed "Necromancer Takedown" Story Request
Earliest Available Date on 06/13

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Sounds like a worthy opponent. / Sounds tough. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Are you okay? (+450 MAG)
3
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. I’m good at staying versatile.” (+250 MAG)
  2. Push me harder! (+450 MAG)
  3. This isn’t like you. (+450 MAG)
4
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. I’m used to it. (+450 MAG)
5
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
  5. Any (+600 MAG)
6
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. A bold move. / You’d risk your life? (+250 MAG)
  2. You’ve got this. (+450 MAG)
  3. You show him. / I know you can do it. (+250 MAG)
  4. If only to witness your victory. (+600 MAG)
7
Requires Wisdom Rank 4 (Erudite)

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any
  5. Any (+450 MAG)
  6. You are a model knight. (+600 MAG)
8
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. But it’s not over yet. (+450 MAG)
  2. I’ll forge our path forward. (+1000 MAG)
  3. Any (+1000 MAG)
Heismay Noctule (Thief)
A fallen knight once of the Shadowguard. An expert in the order's dirtier tactics, his life and deeds remain in shadow.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Thief Archetype - The party can now study the Thief.
2
Thief Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
Preternatural Hearing - Displays the location of strong enemies on dungeon maps.
3
Thief Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Assassin.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 2.
5
Thief Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Heismay gains increases.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 3.
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Heismay will gain experience at the normal rate.
7
Thief Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Ninja.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 4.
Assassinate - Greatly increases ambush damage against stunned enemies.
Grand Fantasy - Heismay is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 07/04
2
Requires Eloquence Rank 2 (Articulate)

Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any
  5. Any (+450 MAG)
  6. Any (+600 MAG)
3
Afternoon - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Shall we look somewhere else? (+250 MAG)
  2. Well, he’d not be lonely. (+450 MAG)
  3. No problem. (+450 MAG)
  4. But it is my concern. (+600 MAG)
  5. Any
  6. I know it’s difficult. (+450 MAG)
  7. Any
  8. Any
  9. Let’s go already. (+600 MAG)
4
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. I don’t mind. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any (+250 MAG)
  4. Any
  5. Any (+600 MAG)
5
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. Is that why you left? (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. There’s nobility in that. (+450 MAG)
  4. Any
  5. Any
  6. Any (+600 MAG)
  7. Any (+600 MAG)
6
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  • Taken it out of the village. (+450 MAG)
  • Just as you deduced! (+600 MAG)
  • Any
  • Let's talk to them. (+450 MAG)
7
Requires Imagination Rank 4 (Revolutionary)

Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any (+450 MAG)
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
8
Completed "Obtain Drakodios" Story Request
Earliest Available Date on 06/13

Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. Did you lay your son to rest? (+450 MAG)
  2. I’m sure he’d want that. / That day’s fast approaching. (+1000 MAG)
  3. I’m honoured. (+450 MAG)
  4. I won’t let anyone die. (+1000 MAG)
Junah Cygnus (Masked Dancer)
A famed, proud songstress and undercover resistance agent who snuck into Louis' entourage. Adopted sister of Rella.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Masked Dancer Archetype - The party can now study the Masked Dancer.
2
Masked Dancer Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
Triumphant Hymn - After battle, all party members recover a little MP.
3
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 2.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Junah gains increases.
4
Masked Dancer Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 3.
6
Masked Dancer Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Persona Master.
7
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Junah will gain experience at the normal rate.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 4.
Heroes' Hymn - Increases the MP recovery of Triumphant Hymn.
Grand Fantasy - Junah is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Request Available Starting 08/19

Complete "Save the Mourning Snakes" Request by defeating the Kokasadors Boss at Orbwise Path
2
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. That's why you were nice to her? (+250 MAG)
  3. Any (+450 MAG)
3
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any
  2. Don't let her get to you. (+250 MAG)
  3. She's no match for you. (+600 MAG)
4
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. I'll be with you. (+600 MAG)
5
Requires Imagination Rank 4 (Revolutionary)

Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. People are excited. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Are you alright? (+250 MAG)
  5. Any
6
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. Was that you, Junah? / I’ve seen her before… (+250 MAG)
  2. You were cute. (+600 MAG)
7
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any (+450 MAG)
  2. What do you mean? / Go on… (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. I want to hear you sing. (+600 MAG)
8
Night - Gauntlet Runner
  1. She’s got potential. (+250 MAG)
  2. You give me hope. (+1000 MAG)
  3. Any (+1000 MAG)
Eupha Etoreika (Summoner)
Priestess of a pagan island. Sought to become a martyr for her people's faith, but chose to live on after learning the truth.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Summoner Archetype - The party can now study the Summoner.
2
Summoner Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
Pagan Teachings - Reduces the chance of the party being afflicted with Anxiety.
3
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 2.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Eupha gains increases.
4
Summoner Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 3.
6
Summoner Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Devil Summoner.
7
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Eupha will gain experience at the normal rate.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 4.
Pagan Secrets - Further reduces the chance of the party being afflicted with Anxiety.
Grand Fantasy - Eupha is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Completed "Obtain Drakodios" Story Request
Request Earliest Available Starting 08/20

Complete "The Trial of Malnova" Request by defeating the Hómo Pento Boss at the Land of Ceremony.
2
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. I can't leave you alone anywhere. (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
3
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Teach me, too. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Your beliefs are your own. (+600 MAG)
4
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Let's take a look. (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any
  5. We have to act. / You can help them. (+600 MAG)
5
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any (+450 MAG)
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
  5. Less thinking, more action. (+600 MAG)
  6. Any (+600 MAG)
6
Requires Eloquence Rank 4 (Influential)

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Let’s go see. (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Then let’s hurry. / We need to prepare. (+450 MAG)
7
Defeated the Boss (Hyperic) at Mt. Vulkano ("Wayward Shepherd" Request)
Requires Wisdom Rank 5 (Sagatious)

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. They did. (+600 MAG)
8
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. Any (+450 MAG)
  2. Sure, but… (+250 MAG)
  3. I understand. (+250 MAG)
  4. How did you know? (+250 MAG)
  5. Any (+1000 MAG)
Basilio Magnus (Berserker)
He once idealised Louis as king, but defected upon the death of his older brother. Now he must find new purpose.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Berserker Archetype - The party can now study the Berserker.
2
Berserker Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Berserker Lineage.
Beast-Scent Adept - Increases evasion when attacked by a beast or human monster.
3
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 2.
Battle Aura - While in reserve, the amount of experience Basilio gains increases.
4
Berserker Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Berserker Lineage.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 3.
6
Berserker Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Destroyer.
7
Battle Hypnosis - While in reserve, Basilio will gain experience at the normal rate.
8
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 4.
Beast's Insight - Significantly increases evasion when attacked by a beast or human monster.
Grand Fantasy - Basilio is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Available Starting 09/14 (maybe 09/13?)

Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
2
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. I look forward to it. / Some dessert, please! (+600 MAG)
3
Anytime - While Traveling on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. More, please! (+600 MAG)
  2. That must be rough. (+250 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Let’s visit him again. (+250 MAG)
4
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. It’s very like you. / I don’t think he’d be mad. (+600 MAG)
5
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. You’d help him kill? (+250 MAG)
6
Requires Imagination Rank 5 (Demiurge)

Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. Let’s find his target. / Let’s ambush him. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Keep your head high. (+250 MAG)
  4. Obviously. (+450 MAG)
  5. It was Vinca’s hope too. / It was Fidelio’s hope too. (+450 MAG)
7
Afternoon - Town/City Hub
  1. You should be the boss! (+450 MAG)
  2. That won’t fix anything! / You’d kill your family!? (+250 MAG)
  3. We’ll stop him together. (+600 MAG)
8
Requires Eloquence Rank 5 (Rhetorician)
Complete "A Brother's Mercy" Request by defeating the Boss (Vinca) with Basilio.
  1. Any
  2. Any (+1000 MAG)
  3. Any (+450 MAG)
  4. Any (+1000 MAG)
Neuras Corax (Gunner)
Engineer and driver. Once a luminary, he was discredited for his unorthodoxy. Dreams of achieving aerodynamic flight.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Gunner Archetype - The party can now study the Gunner.
2
Bombardier - At the start of battle on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies take damage.
Gunner Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Gunner Lineage.
3
Gunner Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Sniper.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 2.
5
Bombastic Bombardier - At the start of battle on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies take even more damage.
Gunner Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Gunner Lineage.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 3.
7
Seedling Synergy - Increases the number of plants that can be harvested in the Plant Culture Chamber by 1.
8
Gunner Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Dragoon.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
*For Ranks 2~7, collecting the lost relics out of order will still progress Neuras' Follower Bond
Rank
Requirements
1
Retrieve the lost relic from the town Komoro ("Providing a Spark" Request)
2
Retrieve the lost relic from Man-Eater's Grotto ("Relic Search: Inventor’s Bequest" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. I’m definitely motivated. (+450 MAG)
  3. So you got distracted? (+600 MAG)
3
Retrieve the lost relic from Tomb of Lament ("Relic Search: Dregs of Destiny" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Wish that were me. (+450 MAG)
  2. You’re perfect for each other. (+600 MAG)
4
Retrieve the lost relic from Land of Ceremony ("Relic Search: Youth’s Folly" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Aren't igniters convenient? (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. This is actually a step up. (+600 MAG)
5
Retrieve the lost relic from Scoundrel's Hold ("Relic Search: Engineer’s Destiny" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Any
  2. That's just growth. (+600 MAG)
6
Retrieve the lost relic from Everfrost Forest ("Relic Search: Bitter Memories" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Good job holding onto it. / What a legend. (+250 MAG)
  2. To the end, and beyond. (+600 MAG)
7
Retrieve the lost relic from Mt. Vulkano ("Relic Search: A Dream’s Origin" Request)

Night - Gauntlet Runner (Also While Traveling)
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Anything for you, Neuras. (+600 MAG)
8
Complete "Petty Thief" Request by talking to the Grand Cathedral Guard at Grand Trad: Regalith Grand Cathedral, then traveling to Jin's Gauntlet Runner to defeat him
  1. Any
  2. There must be a reason. (+250 MAG)
  3. Let’s destroy it. (+1000 MAG)
  4. Any (+1000 MAG)
Maria Alces (Healer)
Grius' daughter living with Fabienne, the innkeep. Emotionally observant and sensitive, she tends not to voice her mind.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Healer Archetype - The party can now study the Healer.
2
Healer Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Healer Lineage.
3
Healer Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Cleric.
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 2.
4
Purpose - Increases post-battle EXP.
Speed Cooking - Time will not elapse while cooking in the runner's kitchen.
5
Healer Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Healer Lineage.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 3.
7
Burning Purpose - Significantly increases post-battle EXP.
Chef's Chops - When cooking in the gauntlet runner's kitchen, an additional dish will be made.
8
Healer Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Saviour.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 06/10
2
Available Starting 06/29
Requires Tolerance Rank 2 (Open-Minded)

Afternoon - Grand Trad: Hushed Honeybee Inn
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any
  5. Any
  6. You're not weird. (+450 MAG)
  7. I wouldn’t break a promise. (+600 MAG)
  8. Any (+250 MAG)
  9. Any (+600 MAG)
3
Available starting 07/05

Afternoon - Grand Trad: Sunshade Row
  1. Let’s go there too. (+600 MAG)
  2. Any (+250 MAG)
  3. You have me. (+600 MAG)
  4. Any
  5. Any (+600 MAG)
4
Afternoon - Grand Trad: Hushed Honeybee Inn
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any (+1000 MAG)
5
Afternoon - Grand Trad: Sunshade Row
  1. Any
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
  3. Any (+450 MAG)
  4. It’s the whole family. (+600 MAG)
  5. Any (+600 MAG)
6
Afternoon - Grand Trad: Sunshade Row
  1. Any
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Mission complete. (+600 MAG)
  5. You did a great job. (+600 MAG)
7
Requires Tolerance Rank 4 (Benevolent)

Afternoon - Grand Trad: Sunshade Row
  1. Any
  2. Good job. (+450 MAG)
  3. How can I help? / Let’s check on him. (+600 MAG)
8
Afternoon - Grand Trad: Sunshade Row
  1. I want to help. (+450 MAG)
  2. That’s great. (+1000 MAG)
  3. You have a lot of friends. (+450 MAG)
  4. Any
  5. Any (+1000 MAG)
Catherina Grann (Brawler)
A paripus bounty hunter. After her friend was cast aside by a noble, she swore to end the rich trampling upon the poor.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Brawler Archetype - The party can now study the Brawler.
2
Brawler Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
3
Brawler Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Pugilist.
Bounty Bonus - Fattens the purse of bounty rewards at each city's Recruitment Center.
4
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 2.
5
Item Tracking - Displays the location of items in unexplored areas of a dungeon.
Brawler Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
6
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 3.
Streetwise Negotiator - Reduces prices at each city's general store.
7
Treasure Hunting - Displays the location of treasure chests in unexplored areas.
Comrades in Battle - Catherina will support the party in certain dungeons. She is a force to be reckoned with.
8
Brawler Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Martial Artist.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
(Automatic) 06/12 - 06/21
Complete "A Friend in Need" Story Request
2
(Automatic) 07/02
  • You too. (+450 MAG)
  • I didn’t know you did either. (+450 MAG)
  • That’s not a bad idea. (+450 MAG)
  • Any (+450 MAG)
3
(Automatic) 07/19
  1. Any
  2. Let’s save them too. (+600 MAG)
4
After Fighting Her a Third Time on the Gauntlet Runner
  1. No, it’s not. (+600 MAG)
  2. We’ll find better ways. (+450 MAG)
  3. Thrilled to hear that. / For both of us. (+600 MAG)
5
Available Starting 09/13

Night - Altabury Heights: Blue Sky Bridge
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. You still can. (+250 MAG)
  4. You don’t need to ask. (+600 MAG)
6
Requires Tolerance Rank 5 (Saviour)

Night - Altabury Heights: Blue Sky Bridge
  1. Any (+600 MAG)
  2. It was dicey for a second. / We finally have peace. (+250 MAG)
  3. We can work on that. (+600 MAG)
7
Night - Altabury Heights: Blue Sky Bridge
  1. Glad you’ve realised. (+600 MAG)
  2. You’re the coolest. (+600 MAG)
8
Night - Altabury Heights: Blue Sky Bridge
  1. Any
  2. I’ll try to live up to your expectations. (+1000 MAG)
  3. You may be right. (+1000 MAG)
Alonzo Crotalus (♥♥♥♥♥)
His proclaimed calling is to trick the wicked. Lies freely and skillfully, using wit to win the information he seeks.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
♥♥♥♥♥ Archetype - The party can now study the ♥♥♥♥♥.
2
♥♥♥♥♥ Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the ♥♥♥♥♥ Lineage.
3
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the ♥♥♥♥♥ Lineage to 2.
4
Magic Shop Negotiator - Discounts the prices at Magic Shops in all cities.
Knave's Loyalty - Increases the monetary reward for completing requests.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the ♥♥♥♥♥ Lineage to 3.
6
♥♥♥♥♥ Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the ♥♥♥♥♥ Lineage.
7
Magic Shop Dealmaker - Allows purchase of rare items at Magic Shops in all cities.
Grifter's Eye - Unlocks Analyse data for all enemies with certain exceptions.
8
♥♥♥♥♥ Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Trickster.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the ♥♥♥♥♥ Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Requires Imagination Rank 2 (Inspired)
Retrieve Malveno's Ring from the Abandoned Tomb ("A Dagger, a Ring, and a Rake" Request)

Anytime - Martira: Thoroughfare Square
2
Available Starting 07/23
Requires Wisdom Rank 3 (Knowledgeable)

Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. To threaten them? (+450 MAG)
  2. Any (+250 MAG)
  3. Interesting plan there. (+450 MAG)
  4. Any
  5. Any (+600 MAG)
3
Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. She sounds kind. (+450 MAG)
  2. We’ll save your village. (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
4
Requires Tolerance Rank 3 (Generous)

Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Make amends by living. / I won’t kick you while you’re down. (+600 MAG)
5
Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. Any
  2. Of course. (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Leave it to me. (+600 MAG)
6
Afternoon - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. From yourself… (+450 MAG)
  2. Our bet, you mean? (+600 MAG)
7
Requires Courage Rank 5 (Heroic)

Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. Any
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
8
Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any
  5. Any
8.5
Complete "A Rake’s Last Wish" Request by talking to Daturam

Night - Port Brilehaven: Angler's Inn Square
(Time Will Not Pass)
  1. Any
  2. Any (+250 MAG)
  3. But what you wrote was sincere. (+450 MAG)
  4. Any (+1000 MAG)
Elphas Bardon (Commander)
Martira's acting leader. A genial man determined to help the town recover from the loss of its guiding figure, Joanna.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Commander Archetype - The party can now study the Commander.
2
Commander Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander Lineage.
3
Commander Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the General.
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 2.
4
Protective Formation - Improves defence when the whole party is in the back row.
Care Package - Occasionally, as one day ends and another begins, Bardon will send a parcel.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 3.
Escape Artist - Improves the chances of escaping from Squad Battle.
6
Commander Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander Lineage.
Rapid Swapper - Halves the Turn Icon cost of switching with a reserve member during Squad Battle.
7
Escape Master - With certain exceptions, escape will always succeed during Squad Battle.
8
Commander Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Warlord.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Completed "Apprehend the Real Kidnapper" Story Request

Afternoon - Martira: Thoroughfare Square
2
Available Starting 07/23

Afternoon - Martira: Thoroughfare Square
  1. You’re popular. (+600 MAG)
  2. It’ll be fine. / Everything’s a challenge. (+600 MAG)
3
Afternoon - Martira: Kriegante Gate
  1. I support you. (+450 MAG)
  2. The job suits you. (+450 MAG)
  3. You can protect them now. (+600 MAG)
4
Afternoon - Martira: Kriegante Gate
  1. Any
  2. I see you in a whole new light. / Don’t let things escalate. (+250 MAG)
  3. That’s a good idea. (+450 MAG)
  4. That’s reassuring. (+600 MAG)
5
Requires Eloquence Rank 3 (Urbane)

Afternoon - Martira: Kriegante Gate
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. I'm leaning towards yes. (+250 MAG)
  3. Let's think of another strategy. (+600 MAG)
6
Afternoon - Martira: Kriegante Gate
  1. Any
  2. The children are afraid. (+600 MAG)
  3. Any (+600 MAG)
7
Complete "The Right to Rule" Request by defeating the Hómo Butera Boss with Bardon
  1. You're not causing trouble at all. (+450 MAG)
  2. Let's go tell them. (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+1000 MAG)
8
Available Starting 09/26

Afternoon - Martira: Thoroughfare Square
  1. That’s terrible. (+250 MAG)
  2. Have faith in yourself. (+600 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. You’re still a kind person. (+250 MAG)
  5. There is no one more qualified. (+600 MAG)
Brigitta Lycaon (Merchant)
An igniter merchant based in Grand Trad. Calm and fearless, she conducts shadier business with deftness and discretion.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Merchant Archetype - The party can now study the Merchant.
Proof of Membership - Can now visit the Lycaon Magic Association igniter shop in Grand Trad.
2
Merchant Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
3
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 2.
Merchant's Rate - Improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
4
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 3.
Merchant's Finest - Widens the variety of items sold at the Lycaon Magic Association.
5
Guild Discount - Receive a discount at weapon, armour, and igniter shops.
6
Merchant Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
Merchant's Markdown - Significantly improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
7
Igniter Connoisseur - Further widens the variety of items sold at the Lycaon Magic Association by adding rare items.
Supply Crate - Occasionally, as one day ends and another begins, Brigitta will send a crate with funds.
8
Merchant Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Tycoon.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements
1
Requires Wisdom Rank 2 (Informed)
Defeated the Grotesque Gupatauros Boss at Belega Corridor ("A Bullish Embargo" Request)

Anytime - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
2
Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. Is it actually some vicious monster? (+450 MAG)
  2. Why hide it? (+450 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+450 MAG)
+2,500 Reeve
3
Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. It’s proof she’s smart. (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Understood. (+250 MAG)
  5. To improve the country. / To make my mark. (+250 MAG)
+5,000 Reeve
4
Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. Any
  2. I don't think so. (+450 MAG)
  3. I'll keep visiting. (+600 MAG)
+10,000 Reeve
5
Requires Courage Rank 3 (Fearless)

Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. What’s the Church doing? (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. Any
  4. Any (+450 MAG)
  5. Any (+250 MAG)
  6. Any (+600 MAG)
6
Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. But they’re lying. (+250 MAG)
  2. What will you do? (+250 MAG)
  3. Any
  4. Any (+600 MAG)
7
Requires Courage Rank 4 (Dauntless)

Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. I'm glad I took the job. (+450 MAG)
  3. I won't let you die. (+600 MAG)
8
Available Starting 09/26

Night - Grand Trad: Sunlumeo Street
  1. Any
  2. Any
  3. Any (+250 MAG)
  4. We’ll achieve that together. (+1000 MAG)
More (Seeker)
Fantasy novel author met in Akademeia. Though he has lost his memory, he burns with passion for Archetype research.

Follower Abilities
Rank
Abilities
1
Seeker Archetype - The party can now study the Seeker once unlocked in Akademeia.
Bright-Eyed Student - Allows the party to change between Archetypes once unlocked in Akademeia.
2
Seeker Enlightenment - Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker lineage.
Scion's Skill - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 2.
More's Magic Igniter - The Archetype Tree becomes accessible from the Main Menu.
3
Seeker Archetype: Adept - The party can now study the Magic Seeker.
4
Ability Forecast - Allows you to preview all abilities for followers from the Main Menu.
5
Scion's Merit - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 3.
6
Seeker Veneration - Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker Lineage.
7
Seeker Archetype: Elite - The party can now study the Soul Hacker.
Scion's Essence - Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 4.
8
Archetype Evangelist - Increase an Archetype's status bonuses by +3 while channelling it.

Rank Up Progression
Rank
Requirements & Dialogue
1
(Automatic) 06/05
2
Have someone raise their Healer Archetype to Rank 10 ("More's Task: Foreword and Prologue" Request)
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. It can change the world. / You may be right. (+600 MAG)
3
Have someone study the Gunner Archetype ("More's Task Chapter One: Ordeal" Request)
  1. Any
  2. I'll help you. (+450 MAG)
4
Have someone raise their Merchant Archetype to Rank 15 ("More's Task Chapter Two: Solitude" Request)
  1. Any
  2. You deserve high praise. (+600 MAG)
5
Study 15 different Archetypes ("More's Task Chapter Three: Drifting" Request)
  1. Any
  2. But you do. (+250 MAG)
  3. I won’t betray you. (+600 MAG)
6
Have someone raise their General Archetype to Rank 15 ("More's Task Chapter Four: Turmoil" Request)
  1. Something still worrying you? (+250 MAG)
  2. Any
  3. And what's wrong with that. (+600 MAG)
7
Study 25 different Archetypes ("More's Task Chapter Five: Resolve" Request)
  1. Any (+250 MAG)
  2. Any (+600 MAG)
8
Have someone master an Elite Class Archetype ("More's Task Chapter Six: The End" Request)
  1. I could have told you that. (+450 MAG)
  2. Any (+1000 MAG)
End Notes
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Komentarzy: 14
HayateButler  [autor] 13 listopada o 22:45 
Oh huh, thanks for informing me of that. Let me make a note of it to double check.
Agent Lyoko 13 listopada o 19:35 
Not certain if this is exclusive to NG+, but Heismay's Rank 8 is not required to be after getting Eupha. He was available late July for me in NG+ for Rank 8, but the wording changed - in my first playthrough (post-Eupha) he mentions her fashioning the necklace, but if she's not recruited Heismay's sentence is "I've fashioned myself a necklace, made to keep them ever close and safe." . (I do have both the save file an the image to corroborate this, if necessary.)
SOLEVOI MESSI 2 listopada o 14:33 
Thank you very much mate
HayateButler  [autor] 2 listopada o 13:48 
That's related to a story event that occurs after September 24.
Essentially, it unlocks their Royal Archetype
SOLEVOI MESSI 2 listopada o 13:46 
What means "is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment." can please somebody tell me?
HayateButler  [autor] 17 października o 6:25 
You need 15 different Archetypes studied, so if you have Seeker studied 3x across your party members, that still only counts as 1 Archetype.
Zorant 16 października o 22:41 
I have 9 basic archtypes unlocked right now (12 since I have 3 advanced ones one three different characters.) but its not saying I have studied 15 different archtypes. Is it not unlock for More when I do this across different characters?
HayateButler  [autor] 16 października o 17:15 
You should be able to talk to the guy at some point. Just keep checking on Gallica / use the Follower menu and look for the handshake icon that indicates you can proceed with the next rank.
True Potato 16 października o 17:10 
how do you start Alonzo's final rank??? One guide says to talk to Datarum but he hasn't shown up
HayateButler  [autor] 13 października o 6:13 
Correct. As long as you meet the requirements to start the bond event, the dialogue choices you choose during them don’t matter.