How to Unlock Every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio

How to Unlock Every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio

As a seasoned gamer with years of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that this game is a treasure trove for strategy enthusiasts like myself. The Royal Archetypes are undoubtedly the cream of the crop when it comes to character power. Having personally witnessed the might of these characters in action, let me tell you, they are nothing short of awe-inspiring!


One distinctive feature setting Metaphor: ReFantazio apart from other JRPGs is its unique Archetype system. This system operates similarly to jobs or classes in other games, yet it interacts more harmoniously with the characters and the narrative’s context. Each Archetype has a distinct appearance, and mastering each one grants access to exclusive skills.

During your journeys, you’ll amass a growing number of companions and various character types, known as Archetypes. As you progress and meet specific conditions, new ones will join your roster, existing ones will become stronger through upgraded forms, and if you aim for maximum readiness, each team member can learn every Archetype, ensuring you’re fully equipped to tackle any challenges ahead. If mastering all the game’s Archetypes is your goal, this guide was made just for you.

Understanding Archetypes in Metaphor: ReFantazio

How to Unlock Every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio

After you’ve uncovered an Archetype within “Metaphor: ReFantazio”, engaging in fights and completing specific missions can grant you the needed experience to elevate its level. Each Archetype has a maximum level of 20, and accumulating and applying Magla or MAG is essential for unlocking additional Archetypes for a character or inheriting abilities.

The main character possesses the greatest ability to fully exploit this system, and it’s through combining and coordinating their abilities that gamers could theoretically construct overpowered teams capable of swiftly defeating foes with minimal actions.

Unlocking All Archetypes in Metaphor: ReFantazio

How to Unlock Every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio

In this game, there are more than forty distinct characters, or Archetypes, to play with. To access them all, you’ll need to progress significantly through the game. To make your journey easier, I’ve compiled a list of all the Archetypes and the conditions required to unlock them specifically for your gaming experience:

ArchetypeUnlocked byMagla Cost
SeekerStory progression
Magic SeekerMore Bond Rank 3 Seeker Rank 208,000
Soul HackerMore Bond Rank 7 Magic Seeker Rank 2016,500
WarriorStory progression
SwordmasterStrohl Bond Rank 3 Warrior Rank 208,000
SamuraiStrohl Bond Rank 7 Swordmaster Rank 20 General Rank 1016,500
Royal WarriorStrohl Bond Rank 8 Samurai Rank 20 Warlord Rank 2030,000
KnightStory progression
Magic KnightHulkenberg Bond Rank 3 Knight Rank 20 Mage Rank 109,000
PaladinHulkenberg Bond Rank 7 Magic Knight Rank 2018,750
Dark KnightHulkenberg Bond Rank 7 Magic Knight Rank 20 Wizard Rank 1018,750
Royal KnightHulkenberg Bond Rank 8 Paladin Rank 20 Dark Knight Rank 2030,000
MageStory Progression
WizardGallica Bond Rank 3 Mage Rank 208,000
Elemental MasterGallica Bond Rank 8 Wizard Rank 2016,500
WarlockGallica Bond Rank 8 Wizard Rank 20 Assassin Rank 2016,500
HealerStory Progression
ClericMaria Bond Rank 3 Healer Rank 209,000
SaviorMaria Bond Rank 8 Cleric Rank 2018,750
MerchantBrigitta Bond Rank 1
TycoonBrigitta Bond Rank 8 Merchant Rank 20 Commander Rank 1024,000
FakerAlonzo Bond Rank 1
TricksterAlonzo Bond Rank 8 Faker Rank 2024,000
ThiefStory Progression
AssassinHeismay Bond Rank 3 Thief Rank 207,500
NinjaHeismay Bond Rank 7 Assassin Rank 20 Sniper Rank 1022,500
Royal ThiefHeismay Bond Rank 8 Ninja Rank 20 Dragoon Rank 1530,000
BrawlerStory Progression
PugilistCatherina Bond Rank 3 Brawler Rank 208,280
Martial ArtistCatherina Bond Rank 8 Pugilist Rank 2020,625
GunnerNeuras Bond Rank 1
SniperNeuras Bond Rank 3 Seeker Rank 20 Gunner Rank 207,500
DragoonNeuras Bond Rank 8 Sniper Rank 20 Magic Knight Rank 2022,500
CommanderBardon Bond Rank 1
GeneralBardon Bond Rank 3 Commander Rank 209,750
WarlordBardon Bond Rank 8 General Rank 2027,000
Masked DancerStory Progression
Persona MasterJunah Bond Rank 6 Masked Dancer Rank 20 Faker Rank 1028,500
Royal Masked DancerJunah Bond Rank 8 Persona Master Rank 20 Trickster Rank 2030,000
SummonerStory Progression
Devil SummonerEupha Bond Rank 6 Summoner Rank 20 Magic Seeker Rank 1028,500
Royal SummonerEupha Bond Rank 8 Devil Summoner Rank 20 Soul Hacker Rank 2030,000
BerserkerStory Progression
DestroyerBasilio Bond Rank 6 Berserker Rank 2028,500
Royal BerserkerBasilio Bond Rank 8 Destroyer Rank 20 Martial Artist Rank 2030,000
PrinceStory Progression
How to Unlock Every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio

Of course, in this game, the Royal Archetypes stand out as the strongest among all options available. Among these, the Prince is the most powerful character that players can control. Once you’ve gathered all other Royal Archetypes, make sure to speak with More to get a crucial item. With the Prince and additional Royal Archetypes in your party, you can unlock a hidden Synthesis ability called Armageddon’s Last Stand. This move delivers 9,999 damage to every enemy.

Read More

2024-10-24 12:04