Metaphor ReFantazio Follower Guide: all the highest bonus MAG dialogue options and full ability lists

Metaphor: ReFantazio includes many familiar elements from a lot of Atlus' previous games, including the Social Link / Confidant system from the Persona series. In Metaphor: ReFantazio, this manifests through the Follower system, in which your Protagonist must earn the trust of several individuals on his journey to become the king of Euchronia.

Continually spending time with each Follower will further enhance the Archetype job class they represent, so there's many gameplay benefits to leveling each of them up as much as possible. We've listed all the Archetypes you can discover and their full skill sets, as well as how you can max out every Follower's Bond Rank in a single playthrough.

The Table of Contents down below contain clickable URLs that will immediately jump to the Follower character, if you're looking for a specific one. This is your final warning that there are spoilers down below.

Table of Contents

• Gallica
• Strohl
• Hulkenberg
• Heismay
• Junah
• Eupha
• Basilio
• Neuras
• Maria
• Catherina
• Alonzo
• Bardon
• Brigitta
• More

Gallica

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 6/6.
• Ability List
  • Mage Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Mage.
  • Mage Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
  • Followers' Echoes (Rank 2)
    • The voices of Followers can now be heard, even from far away.
  • Mage Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Wizard.
  • Monsterology Scholar (Rank 3)
    • Enemy analysis in Squad Battle is now more detailed.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 2.
  • Fae Sight Acuity (Rank 4)
    • Fae Sight now yields more detail while inside a dungeon.
  • Mage Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 3.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 7)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 4.
  • Mage Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Elemental Master and Warlock.
  • Victory Foresight (Rank 8)
    • During Squad Battles, you may gain extra Turn Icons.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Gallica Rank 1
    • None - Gallica is registered as a Follower during the main story on 6/6.
  • Gallica Rank 2
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 6/11
  • Gallica Rank 3
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 7/5
  • Gallica Rank 4
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 7/23
  • Gallica Rank 5
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 8/13
  • Gallica Rank 6
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 8/19
  • Gallica Rank 7
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 9/23
  • Gallica Rank 8
    • None - Automatically ranks up during the main story on 9/24

Strohl

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 6/6.
• Ability List
  • Warrior Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Warrior.
  • Warrior Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
  • Undaunted Spirit (Rank 2)
    • When Strohl attacks a human-type monster, critical rate increases.
  • Warrior Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Swordmaster.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 2.
  • Warrior Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
  • Battle Aura (Rank 5)
    • While in reserve, the amount of experience Strohl gains increases.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 3.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 6)
    • While in reserve, Strohl will gain experience at the normal rate.
  • Warrior Archetype: Elite (Rank 7)
    • The party can now study the Samurai.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 4.
  • Slayer of Humans (Rank 8)
    • When Strohl attacks a human-type monster, critical rate greatly increases.
  • Grand Fantasy (Rank 8)
    • Strohl is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Strohl Rank 1
    • None - Strohl is registered as a Follower during the main story on 6/6.
  • Strohl Rank 2
    • "Let’s find a way to help." +3 MAG
    • "Let’s go talk to him." +3 MAG
    • "That’s what friends do." +3 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 3
    • "You have terrible phrasing." or "Yet you won’t help him." +3 MAG
    • "No, we do this together." +2 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 4
    • "It can make you rich." +1 MAG
    • "We should look into it." or "Where’s your hometown?" +1 MAG
    • "I want to see your home.", "Pay me back with your inheritance.", or "I can’t let you go alone." +3 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 5
    • "I know I’ll see it someday." +1 MAG
    • "It’s okay to be nervous." +3 MAG
    • "Try to stay calm." or "……" +1 MAG
    • "No leads?" or "Tell me about your father." +2 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 6
    • "Wise words to live by." or "What does it mean?" +2 MAG
    • "He was a man of virtue." +3 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 7
    • "Something is off…" +1 MAG
    • "Stick to your ideals." +3 MAG
    • "I’ve done nothing." or "It was all you." +3 MAG
  • Strohl Rank 8
    • "You do." +2 MAG
    • "Luck is its own type of skill." +1 MAG
    • "It was probably intentional." or "Your parents orchestrated this." +1 MAG
    • "Surely, they believed in you." +4 MAG
    • "That’s not true.", "Parents don’t think like that.", or "You’ve honoured them." +4 MAG

Hulkenberg

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 6/11.
• Ability List
  • Knight Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Knight.
  • Knight Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
  • Guard Duty (Rank 2)
    • Hulkenberg may defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
  • Knight Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Magic Knight.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots fo the Knight Lineage to 2.
  • Knight Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost for studying the Knight Lineage. 
  • Battle Aura (Rank 5)
    • While in reserve, the amount of experience Hulkenberg gains increases.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots fo the Knight Lineage to 3.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 6)
    • While in reserve, Hulkenberg will gain experience at the normal rate. 
  • Knight Archetype: Elite (Rank 7)
    • The party can now study the Paladin and Dark Knight.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 4.
  • Special Guard Duty (Rank 8)
    • High probability for Hulkenberg to defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
  • Grand Fantasy (Rank 8)
    • Hulkenberg is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment. 
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Hulkenberg Rank 1
    • None - Hulkenberg is registered as a Follower during the main story on 6/11.
  • Hulkenberg Rank 2
    • "Sounds like a worthy opponent." or "Sounds tough." +2 MAG
    • "Are you okay?" +2 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 3
    • "I’m good at staying versatile." +1 MAG
    • "Push me harder!" +2 MAG
    • "This isn’t like you." +2 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 4
    • "I’m used to it." +2 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 5
    • "You would run again?" or "So you’ll say nothing?" +3 MAG
    • "You don’t have to be.", "You have friends, you know.", or "You’re better than this." +3 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 6
    • "A bold move." or "You’d risk your life?" +1 MAG
    • "You’ve got this." +2 MAG
    • "You show him." or "I know you can do it." +1 MAG
    • "If only to witness your victory." +3 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 7
    • “I doubt he’d fight fair.” (Wisdom Rank 4 required)
    • "You brought him to justice." or "You fought marvelously." +2 MAG
    • "You are a model knight." +3 MAG
  • Hulkenberg Rank 8
    • "But it’s not over yet." +2 MAG
    • "I’ll forge our path forward." +4 MAG
    • "I’m counting on you.", "You’re a true knight.", or "I’ll protect you." +4 MAG

Heismay

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 7/4.
• Ability List
  • Thief Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Thief.
  • Thief Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
  • Preternatural Hearing (Rank 2)
    • Displays the location of strong enemies on dungeon maps.
  • Thief Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Assassin.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots fo the Thief Lineage to 2.
  • Thief Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
  • Battle Aura (Rank 5)
    • While in reserve, the amount of experience Heismay gains increases.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 3.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 6)
    • While in reserve, Heismay will gain experience at the normal rate.
  • Thief Archetype: Elite (Rank 7)
    • The party can now study the Ninja.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 4.
  • Assassinate (Rank 8)
    • Greatly increases Heismay's ambush damage against stunned enemies.
  • Grand Fantasy (Rank 8)
    • Heismay is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Heismay Rank 1
    • None - Heismay is registered as a Follower during the main story on 7/4.
  • Heismay Rank 2
    • “It’ll help me understand you." (Eloquence Rank 2 required)
    • "I couldn’t keep up.", "One more time.", or "You are so cool." +1 MAG
    • "I’d like to help." or "Let’s find his place." +2 MAG
    • "It’s a favour for a friend." or "It’s for your son’s sake." +3 MAG
  • Heismay Rank 3
    • "Shall we look somewhere else?" +1 MAG
    • "Well, he’d not be lonely." +2 MAG
    • "No problem." +2 MAG
    • "But it is my concern." +3 MAG
    • "I know it’s difficult." +2 MAG
    • "Let’s go already." +3 MAG
  • Heismay Rank 4
    • "I don’t mind." +2 MAG
    • "Adorable." or "A crybaby, eh…" +1 MAG
    • "I can hear you, you know.", "Show yourself.", "Explain yourself!" +3 MAG
  • Heismay Rank 5
    • "Is that why you left?" +1 MAG
    • "There’s nobility in that." +2 MAG
    • "So you’re giving up?" or "Regret alone won’t solve this." +3 MAG
    • "I’m coming with you.", "Don’t shoulder it alone.", or "You’d leave me behind?" +3 MAG
  • Heismay Rank 6
    • "Taken it out of the village." +2 MAG
    • "Just as you deduced!" +3 MAG
    • "Let’s talk to them." +2 MAG
  • Heismay Rank 7
    • “A new age is dawning.” (Imagination Rank 4 required)
    • "That’s an assumption.", "You don’t know that.", or "Things can change." +2 MAG
    • +3 MAG regardless later on in the conversation
  • Heismay Rank 8
    • "Where is it?" or "Did you lay your son to rest?" +2 MAG
    • "I’m sure he’d want that." or "That day’s fast approaching." +4 MAG
    • "I’m honoured." +2 MAG
    • "I won’t let anyone die." +4 MAG

Junah

• How to unlock:
  • Unlocked by completing Quest - Save the Mourning Snakes. This optional quest becomes available after completing the Dragon Temple Dungeon. Speak to Junah at Virga Island when the side quest marker appears over her head to receive the quest. This means Junah's entire Follower bond is technically missable.
• Ability List
  • Masked Dancer Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Masked Dancer.
  • Masked Dancer Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
  • Triumphant Hymn (Rank 2)
    • After battle, all party members recover a little MP.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increass skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 2. 
  • Battle Aura (Rank 3)
    • While in reserve the amount of experience Junah gains increases.
  • Masked Dancer Veneration (Rank 4)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skil inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 3.
  • Masked Dancer Archetype: Elite (Rank 6)
    • The party can now study the Persona Master.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 7)
    • While in reserve, Junah will gain experience at the normal rate.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 4.
  • Heroes' Hymn (Rank 8)
    • Increases the MP recovery of Triumphant Hymn.
  • Grand Fantasy (Rank 8)
    • Junah is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Junah Rank 1
    • None - Junah is registered as a Follower once you complete Quest - Save the Mourning Snakes.
  • Junah Rank 2
    • "What are you buying?" or "Do you have the money?" +1 MAG
    • "What’s why you were nice to her?" +1 MAG
    • "You should do it.", "I want to hear you sing too.", or "And if I say you can’t?" +2 MAG
  • Junah Rank 3
    • "Don’t let her get to you." +1 MAG
    • "She’s no match for you." +3 MAG
  • Junah Rank 4
    • "I’ll be with you." +3 MAG
  • Junah Rank 5
    • “The future is what you make it.” (Imagination Rank 4 required)
    • "People are excited." +2 MAG
    • "Are you all right?" +1 MAG
  • Junah Rank 6
    • "Was that you, Junah?" or "I’ve seen her before…" +1 MAG
    • "You were cute." +3 MAG
  • Junah Rank 7
    • "We’re going to save her." or "Fate is strange." +2 MAG
    • "What do you mean?" or "Go on…" +2 MAG
    • "I want to hear you sing." +3 MAG
  • Junah Rank 8
    • "She’s got potential." +1 MAG
    • "You give me hope." +4 MAG
    • "It’s a promise.", "We’ll do it together.", or "I’ll expect front row seats." +4 MAG

Eupha

• How to unlock:
  • Unlocked by completing Quest - The Trial of Malnova. This optional quest becomes available after completing the Dragon Temple Dungeon. Speak to Eupha at Virga Island when the side quest marker appears over her head to receive the quest. This means Eupha's entire Follower bond is technically missable.
  Ability List
  • Summoner Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Summoner.
  • Summoner Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
  • Pagan Teachings (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the chance of the party being afflicted with Anxiety.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 2.
  • Battle Aura (Rank 3)
    • While in reserve, the amount of experience Eupha gains increases.
  • Summoner Veneration (Rank 4)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 3.
  • Summoner Archetype: Elite (Rank 6)
    • The party can now study the Devil Summoner.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 7)
    • While in reserve, Eupha will gain experience at the normal rate.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 4.
  • Pagan Secrets (Rank 8)
    • Further reduces the chance of the party being afflicted with Anxiety.
  • Grand Fantasy (Rank 8)
    • Eupha is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment. 
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Eupha Rank 1
    • None - Eupha is registered as a Follower once you complete Quest - The Trial of Malnova.
  • Eupha Rank 2
    • "Don’t worry about it." or "It probably happens a lot." +1 MAG
    • "I can’t leave you alone anywhere." +2 MAG
    • "Of course I will." or "Sure, it’d be a break." +3 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 3
    • "Teach me, too." +2 MAG
    • "Your beliefs are your own." +3 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 4
    • "Let’s take a look." +4 MAG
    • "We have to act." or "You can help them." +3 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 5
    • "I’m fine.", "What about you?", or "That was scary." +2 MAG
    • "Let’s snap them out of it." or "Let’s figure something out." +3 MAG
    • "Less thinking, more action." +3 MAG
    • "Then let’s help them." or "I’ll give you a hand." +3 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 6
    • “Let’s sneak in.” (Imagination Rank 4 required)
    • "Let’s go see." +1 MAG
    • "Then let’s hurry." or "We need to prepare." +2 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 7
    • “Just talk about yourself.” (Wisdom Rank 5 required)
    • "They did." +3 MAG
  • Eupha Rank 8
    • "Request?" or "Anything for you." +2 MAG
    • "Sure, but..." +1 MAG
    • "I understand." +1 MAG
    • "How did you know?" +1 MAG
    • "Then let’s live a long time together.", "Let’s build a good kingdom.", or "I feel the same way." +4 MAG

Basilio

• How to unlock:
  • Once Basilio joins the party, find him in the Engine Room Corridor by the Upright Cleaning Tool in the Gauntlet Runner, when the Gaunlet Runner is traveling toward a destination.
• Ability List
  • Berserker Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Berserker.
  • Berserker Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Berserker Lineage.
  • Beast-Scent Adept (Rank 2)
    • Increases evasion when Basilio is attacked by a beast or human monster.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 2.
  • Battle Aura (Rank 3)
    • While in reserve, the amount of experience Basilio gains increases.
  • Berserker Veneration (Rank 4)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Berserker Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 3.
  • Berserker Archetype: Elite (Rank 6)
    • The party can now study the Destroyer.
  • Battle Hypnosis (Rank 7)
    • While in reserve, Basilio will gain experience at the normal rate.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker Lineage to 4.
  • Beast's Insight (Rank 8)
    • Significantly increases evasion when Basilio is attacked by a beast or human monster. (Rank 8)
  • Grand Fantasy
    • Basilio is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment. 
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Basilio Rank 1
    • None - Find him in the Engine Room Corridor by the Upright Cleaning Tool in the Gauntlet Runner, when the Gaunlet Runner is traveling toward a destination once he officially joins the party.
  • Basilio Rank 2
    • "I look forward to it." or "Some dessert, please!" +3 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 3
    • "More, please!" +3 MAG
    • "That must be rough." +1 MAG
    • "Let’s visit him again." +1 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 4
    • "It’s very like you." or "I don’t think he’d be mad." +3 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 5
    • "You’d help him kill?" +1 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 6
    • “It’ll be worse if you don’t act.” (Imagination Rank 5 required)
    • "Let’s find his target." or "Let’s ambush him." +2 MAG
    • "Keep your head high." +1 MAG
    • "Obviously." +2 MAG
    • "It was Vinca’s hope too." or "It was Fidelio’s hope too." +2 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 7
    • "Genius!" +1 MAG
    • "That won’t fix anything!" +1 MAG
    • "What will you do?" +2 MAG
  • Basilio Rank 8
    • “You already know the answer.” (Eloquence Rank 5 required)
    • "Now we fulfil your promise." +4 MAG
    • "He was a good man." +2 MAG
    • "We’ll make it happen." +4 MAG

Neuras

• How to unlock:
  • Complete Quest - Providing a Spark.
• Ability List
  • Gunner Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Gunner.
  • Bombardier (Rank 2)
    • At the start of battle on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies can take damage.
  • Gunner Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Gunner Lineage.
  • Gunner Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Sniper.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 2.
  • Bombastic Bombardier (Rank 5)
    • At the start of battle on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies take even more damage.
  • Gunner Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Gunner Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases the skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 3.
  • Seedling Synergy (Rank 7)
    • Increases the number of plants that can be harvested in the Plant Culture Chamber by 1.
  • Gunner Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Dragoon.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Neuras Rank 1
    • None - Neuras is registered as a Follower once you complete Quest - Providing a Spark.
  • Neuras Rank 2
    • "Did you doubt him?" or "Would he really mislead you?" +1 MAG
    • "I’m definitely motivated." +2 MAG
    • "So you got distracted." +3 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 3
    • "Wish that were me." +2 MAG
    • "You’re perfect for each other." +3 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 4
    • "Aren’t igniters convenient?" +1 MAG
    • "It’s better this way." +2 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 5
    • "That’s just growth." +3 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 6
    • "Good job holding onto it." or "What a legend." +1 MAG
    • "To the end, and beyond." +3 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 7
    • "Anything for you, Neuras." +3 MAG
  • Neuras Rank 8
    • "There must be a reason." +1 MAG
    • "Let’s destroy it." +4 MAG
    • "It’s the fruit of your efforts." +4 MAG

Maria

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 6/10.
• Ability List
  • Healer Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Healer.
  • Healer Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Healer Lineage.
  • Healer Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Cleric.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 2.
  • Purpose (Rank 4)
    • Increases post-battle EXP.
  • Speed Cooking (Rank 4)
    • Time will not elapse when cooking in the runner's kitchen.
  • Healer Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Healer Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 3.
  • Burning Purpose (Rank 7)
    • Significantly increases post-battle EXP.
  • Chef's Chops (Rank 7)
    • When cooking in the gauntlet runner's kitchen, an additional dish will be made.
  • Healer Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Saviour.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Maria Rank 1
    • None - Maria is automatically registered as a Follower during the main story on 6/10.
  • Maria Rank 2
    • "You’re not weird." +2 MAG
    • "I’d never forget." +2 MAG
    • "That’s not true.", "A bad person did it.", or "He did it for you." +1 MAG
    • "I’ll visit you again." or "We’ll talk again." +3 MAG
  • Maria Rank 3
    • "Let’s go there too." +3 MAG
    • "Don’t mind her." or "You’re not wrong, Maria." +1 MAG
    • "You have me." +3 MAG
    • "You are good." or "Show her you care." (slight delay) +3 MAG
  • Maria Rank 4
    • No bonus MAG choices - receive +4 MAG no matter what
  • Maria Rank 5
    • "Your papa must be happy." or "Your papa must feel relieved." +3 MAG
    • "You can do other things." or "Maybe you can make people smile?" +2 MAG
    • "It’s the whole family." +3 MAG
    • "I know an artist." or "Leave it to me." +3 MAG
  • Maria Rank 6
    • "I’m glad we asked him to help." or "I think he’ll do a good job." +3 MAG
    • "Mission complete." +3 MAG
    • "You did a great job." +3 MAG
  • Maria Rank 7
    • “I’ll be with you.” (Tolerance Rank 4 required)
    • "Good job." +2 MAG
    • "How can I help?" or "Let’s check on him." +3 MAG
  • Maria Rank 8
    • "I want to help." +2 MAG
    • "That’s great." +4 MAG
    • "You have a lot of friends." +2 MAG
    • "I promise.", "I won’t die.", or "I’ll make this country kind." +4 MAG

Catherina

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through main story by completing Quest - A Friend in Need which is done as you traverse through the Regalith Grand Cathedral Dungeon.
• Ability List
  • Brawler Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Brawler.
  • Brawler Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
  • Brawler Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Pugilist.
  • Bounty Bonus (Rank 3)
    • Fattens the purse of bounty rewards at each city's Recruitment Centre.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 2.
  • Item Tracking (Rank 5)
    • Displays the location of items in unexplored areas of a dungeon.
  • Brawler Veneration (Rank 5)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 6)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 3.
  • Streetwise Negotiator (Rank 6)
    • Reduces prices at each city's general store.
  • Treasure Hunting (Rank 7)
    • Displays the location of treasure chests in unexplored areas.
  • Comrades in Battle (Rank 7)
    • Catherina will support the party in certain dungeons. She is a force to be reckoned with.
  • Brawler Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now learn the Martial Artist.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Catherina Rank 1
    • None - Catherina is automatically registered as a Follower after completing Quest - A Friend in Need in the main story.
  • Catherina Rank 2
    • "You too." +2 MAG
    • "I didn’t know you did, either." +2 MAG
    • "That’s not a bad idea." +2 MAG
    • "I can’t say yet." or "I’ll tell you if you win." +2 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 3
    • "Let’s save them too." +3 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 4
    • "No, it’s not." +3 MAG
    • "We’ll find better ways." +2 MAG
    • "Thrilled to hear that." or "For both of us." +3 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 5
    • "You still can." +1 MAG
    • "You don’t need to ask." +3 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 6
    • “Anyone would be afraid.” (Tolerance Rank 5 required)
    • "Be proud." or "Be calm." +3 MAG
    • "It was dicey for a second." or "We finally have peace." +1 MAG
    • "We can work on that." +3 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 7
    • "You’re right." +2 MAG
    • "I sure did." +3 MAG
  • Catherina Rank 8
    • "I’ll try to live up to your expectations." +4 MAG
    • "You may be right." +4 MAG

Alonzo

• How to unlock:
  • Complete Quest - A Dagger, a Ring, and a Rake.
• Ability List
  • Faker Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Faker.
  • Faker Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Faker Lineage.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 2.
  • Magic Shop Negotiator (Rank 4)
    • Discounts the prices at Magic Shops in all cities.
  • Knave's Loyalty (Rank 4)
    • Increases the monetary reward for completing requests.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 3.
  • Faker Veneration (Rank 6)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Faker Lineage.
  • Magic Shop Dealmaker (Rank 7)
    • Allows purchase of rare items at Magic Shops in all cities.
  • Grifter's Eye (Rank 7)
    • Unlocks Analyse data for all enemies with certain exceptions.
  • Faker Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Trickster.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Alonzo Rank 1
    • None - Alonzo is registered as a Follower once you complete Quest - A Dagger, a Ring, and a Rake.
  • Alonzo Rank 2
    • “Sure. I can do that.” (Wisdom Rank 3 required)
    • "To threaten them?" or "I couldn’t do that." +1 MAG
    • "What do you mean?" or "And that’s your aim, then?" +1 MAG
    • "Interesting plan there." +2 MAG
    • "Okay." or "If you cut me in." +3 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 3
    • "She sounds kind." +2 MAG
    • "We’ll save your village." +2 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 4
    • “I can’t do that.” (Tolerance Rank 3 required)
    • "Make amends by living." or "I won’t kick you while you’re down." +3 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 5
    • "Of course." +2 MAG
    • "Leave it to me." +3 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 6
    • "From yourself…" +2 MAG
    • "Our bet, you mean?" +3 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 7
    • “You know I am.” (Courage Rank 5 required)
    • "Tell them the truth.", "Explain this.", or "Please stop this..." +3 MAG
  • Alonzo Rank 8
    • None
  • Upon completing Quest - A Rake's Last Wish
    • "Because I am!" or "How are you alive?" +1 MAG
    • "But what you wrote was sincere." +2 MAG
    • "Thank you.", "I’ll be counting on you.", or "You haven’t changed a bit." +4 MAG

Bardon

• How to unlock:
  • Speak to Bardon at Thoroughfare Square after completing Quest - The Old Castle Town Kidnapper.
• Ability List
  • Commander Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Commander.
  • Commander Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander Lineage.
  • Commander Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the General.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 2.
  • Protective Formation (Rank 4)
    • Improves defence when the whole party is in the back row.
  • Care Package (Rank 4)
    • Occasionally, as one day ends, and another begins, Bardon will send a parcel.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 3.
  • Escape Artist (Rank 5)
    • Improves the chances of escaping from Squad Battle.
  • Commander Veneration (Rank 6)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander Lineage.
  • Rapid Swapper (Rank 6)
    • Halves the Turn Icon cost of switching with a reserve member during Squad Battle.
  • Escape Master (Rank 7)
    • With certain exceptions, escape will always succeed during Squad Battle.
  • Commander Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Warlord.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Bardon Rank 1
    • None - Bardon is registered as a Follower once you talk to him at Thoroughfare Square after finishing Quest - The Old Castle Town Kidnapper.
  • Bardon Rank 2
    • "You’re popular." +3 MAG
    • "It’ll be fine." or "Everything’s a challenge." +3 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 3
    • "I support you." +2 MAG
    • "The job suits you." +2 MAG
    • "You can protect them now." +3 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 4
    • "I see you in a whole new light." or "Don’t let things escalate." +1 MAG
    • "That’s a good idea." +2 MAG
    • "That’s reassuring." +3 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 5
    • “Just be yourself.” (Eloquence Rank 3 required)
    • "Stay calm." or "Do what they want." +1 MAG
    • "I’m leaning towards yes." +1 MAG
    • "Let’s think of another strategy." +3 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 6
    • "The children are afraid." +3 MAG
    • "Of course.", "We need to prepare.", or "No shame in that." +3 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 7
    • “Are you hurt?” +1 MAG
    • “Let’s go tell them.” +2 MAG
    • “Nothing happened." +4 MAG
  • Bardon Rank 8
    • "That’s terrible." +1 MAG
    • "Have faith in yourself." +3 MAG
    • "You’re still a kind person." +1 MAG
    • "There is no one more qualified." +3 MAG

Brigitta

• How to unlock:
  • Complete Quest - A Bullish Embargo.
• Ability List
  • Merchant Archetype (Rank 1)
    •  The party can now study the Merchant.
  • Proof of Membership (Rank 1)
    • Can now visit the Lycaon Magic Association igniter shop in Grand Trad.
  • Merchant Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 3)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 2.
  • Merchant's Rate (Rank 3)
    • Improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 4)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 3.
  • Merchant's Finest (Rank 4)
    • Widens the variety of items sold at the Lycaon Magic Association.
  • Guild Discount (Rank 5)
    • Receive a discount at weapon, armour, and igniter shops.
  • Merchant Veneration (Rank 6)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
  • Merchant's Markdown (Rank 6)
    • Significantly improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
  • Igniter Connoisseur (Rank 7)
    • Further widens the variety of items sold at the Lycaon Magic Association by adding rare items.
  • Supply Crate (Rank 7)
    • Occasionally, as one day ends and another begins, Brigitta will send a crate with funds.
  • Merchant Archetype: Elite (Rank 8)
    • The party can now study the Tycoon.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 8)
    • Increases skill inheritcance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 4.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • Brigitta Rank 1
    • None - Brigitta is registered as a Follower once you complete Quest - A Bullish Embargo.
  • Brigitta Rank 2
    • "Is it actually some vicious monster…?" +2 MAG
    • "Why hide it?" +2 MAG
    • "Done already?" or "I haven’t done anything, though…" +2 MAG
  • Brigitta Rank 3
    • "It’s proof she’s smart." +1 MAG
    • "Understood." +1 MAG
    • "To improve the country." or "To make my mark." +1 MAG
  • Brigitta Rank 4
    • "I don’t think so." +2 MAG
    • "I’ll keep visiting." +3 MAG
  • Brigitta Rank 5
    • “I’ll go wherever you’re going.” (Courage Rank 3 required)
    • "What’s the Church doing?" +1 MAG
    • +2 MAG in the middle of the conversation
    • "To spread magic igniters?" or "To harass you?" +1 MAG
    • +3 MAG later on in the conversation
  • Brigitta Rank 6 (speak to Watchman outside of Lycaon Magic Association)
    • "But they’re lying." +1 MAG
    • "What will you do?" +1 MAG
    • "Hope.", "It won’t be hell.", or "… Smiling faces?" +3 MAG
  • Brigitta Rank 7
    • “I’m with you, no matter what.” (Courage Rank 4 required)
    • "Won’t that make them mad?" +1 MAG
    • "Thus you chose me." +1 MAG
    • "That’s true determination." +2 MAG
  • Brigitta Rank 8
    • "That’s smart." or "And afterwards?" +1 MAG
    • "We’ll achieve that together." +4 MAG

More

• How to unlock:
  • Automatically unlocked through the main story on 6/5.
• Ability List
  • Seeker Archetype (Rank 1)
    • The party can now study the Seeker once unlocked in Akademia.
  • Bright-Eyed Student (Rank 1)
    • Allows the party to change between Archetypes once unlocked in Akademia.
  • Seeker Enlightenment (Rank 2)
    • Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker Lineage.
  • Scion's Skill (Rank 2)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 2.
  • More's Magic Igniter (Rank 2)
    • The Archetype Tree becomes accessible from the Main Menu.
  • Seeker Archetype: Adept (Rank 3)
    • The party can now study the Magic Seeker.
  • Ability Forecast (Rank 4)
    • Allows you to preview all abilities for followers from the main menu.
  • Scion's Merit (Rank 5)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 3.
  • Seeker Veneration (Rank 6)
    • Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker Lineage.
  • Seeker Archetype: Elite (Rank 7)
    • The party can now study the Soul Hacker.
  • Scion's Essence (Rank 7)
    • Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 4.
  • Archetype Evangelist (Rank 8)
    • Increase an Archetype's stat bonues by +3 while channeling it.
• Highest Yielding Bonus MAG Dialogue Selections during Rank Up Events
  • More Rank 1
    • None - More is registered as a Follower during the main story on 6/5.
  • More Rank 2
    • "What kind of memory?", "You remember everything?", or "Who are you again?" +1 MAG
    • "It can change the world." or "You may be right." +3 MAG
  • More Rank 3
    • "I’ll help you." +2 MAG
  • More Rank 4
    • "You deserve high praise." +3 MAG
  • More Rank 5
    • "But you do." +1 MAG
    • "I won’t betray you." +3 MAG
  • More Rank 6
    • "Calm down." +2 MAG
  • More Rank 7
    • "Are you okay?" or "Did you remember something?" +1 MAG
    • "Let’s find out together.", "But can you accept it?", or "I’m at your side." +3 MAG
  • More Rank 8
    • "I could have told you that." +2 MAG
    • "I’m looking forward to it.", "I hope you can see them again.", or "We can journey together." +4 MAG