One of the key ways in which Metaphor: ReFantazio stands out from other JRPGs out there is the inclusion of its Archetype system. The system's function is quite similar to jobs or classes in other genre titles, but it has a much more synergistic relationship with the characters as well as the context of the story. Not only does each Archetype come with its own look, but there are also specific skills that come with mastering each one.

Throughout your adventures, you will gain more allies and, consequently, more Archetypes. Fulfilling certain requirements will see new ones added, existing ones get more powerful via advanced forms, and if you want to push things all the way, you can have each party member master every Archetype so you are more than well-prepared for any obstacles standing in your way. If you are seeking to gain access to all Archetypes in the game, this guide is for you.

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Understanding Archetypes in Metaphor: ReFantazio

Understanding Archetypes in Metaphor ReFantazio

Once you have unlocked an Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio, engaging in battles and doing certain quests can earn you the required experience to level it up. Each Archetype has a level cap of 20, and you will need to earn and use Magla or MAG in order to unlock more Archetypes for a character or to inherit skills.

The protagonist has the most potential to maximize the use of this system, and it is this mixing and matching of skills that will allow players to potentially create all-powerful parties that can wipe out enemies in just a few moves.

Unlocking All Archetypes in Metaphor: ReFantazio

Unlocking All Archetypes in Metaphor ReFantazio

WIth over 40 Archetypes in the game, you will have to complete most of the game in order to unlock all of them. To help you get started, here are all the Archetypes and the requirements to unlock them in your own run:

Archetype

Unlocked by

Magla Cost

Seeker

Story progression

-

Magic Seeker

More Bond Rank 3

Seeker Rank 20

8,000

Soul Hacker

More Bond Rank 7

Magic Seeker Rank 20

16,500

Warrior

Story progression

-

Swordmaster

Strohl Bond Rank 3

Warrior Rank 20

8,000

Samurai

Strohl Bond Rank 7

Swordmaster Rank 20

General Rank 10

16,500

Royal Warrior

Strohl Bond Rank 8

Samurai Rank 20

Warlord Rank 20

30,000

Knight

Story progression

-

Magic Knight

Hulkenberg Bond Rank 3

Knight Rank 20

Mage Rank 10

9,000

Paladin

Hulkenberg Bond Rank 7

Magic Knight Rank 20

18,750

Dark Knight

Hulkenberg Bond Rank 7

Magic Knight Rank 20

Wizard Rank 10

18,750

Royal Knight

Hulkenberg Bond Rank 8

Paladin Rank 20

Dark Knight Rank 20

30,000

Mage

Story Progression

-

Wizard

Gallica Bond Rank 3

Mage Rank 20

8,000

Elemental Master

Gallica Bond Rank 8

Wizard Rank 20

16,500

Warlock

Gallica Bond Rank 8

Wizard Rank 20

Assassin Rank 20

16,500

Healer

Story Progression

-

Cleric

Maria Bond Rank 3

Healer Rank 20

9,000

Savior

Maria Bond Rank 8

Cleric Rank 20

18,750

Merchant

Brigitta Bond Rank 1

-

Tycoon

Brigitta Bond Rank 8

Merchant Rank 20

Commander Rank 10

24,000

Faker

Alonzo Bond Rank 1

-

Trickster

Alonzo Bond Rank 8

Faker Rank 20

24,000

Thief

Story Progression

-

Assassin

Heismay Bond Rank 3

Thief Rank 20

7,500

Ninja

Heismay Bond Rank 7

Assassin Rank 20

Sniper Rank 10

22,500

Royal Thief

Heismay Bond Rank 8

Ninja Rank 20

Dragoon Rank 15

30,000

Brawler

Story Progression

-

Pugilist

Catherina Bond Rank 3

Brawler Rank 20

8,280

Martial Artist

Catherina Bond Rank 8

Pugilist Rank 20

20,625

Gunner

Neuras Bond Rank 1

-

Sniper

Neuras Bond Rank 3

Seeker Rank 20

Gunner Rank 20

7,500

Dragoon

Neuras Bond Rank 8

Sniper Rank 20

Magic Knight Rank 20

22,500

Commander

Bardon Bond Rank 1

-

General

Bardon Bond Rank 3

Commander Rank 20

9,750

Warlord

Bardon Bond Rank 8

General Rank 20

27,000

Masked Dancer

Story Progression

-

Persona Master

Junah Bond Rank 6

Masked Dancer Rank 20

Faker Rank 10

28,500

Royal Masked Dancer

Junah Bond Rank 8

Persona Master Rank 20

Trickster Rank 20

30,000

Summoner

Story Progression

-

Devil Summoner

Eupha Bond Rank 6

Summoner Rank 20

Magic Seeker Rank 10

28,500

Royal Summoner

Eupha Bond Rank 8

Devil Summoner Rank 20

Soul Hacker Rank 20

30,000

Berserker

Story Progression

-

Destroyer

Basilio Bond Rank 6

Berserker Rank 20

28,500

Royal Berserker

Basilio Bond Rank 8

Destroyer Rank 20

Martial Artist Rank 20

30,000

Prince

Story Progression

-

Archetypes Metaphor ReFantazio

Naturally, all of the Royal Archetypes are the most powerful among the game's total selection, with the Prince being the most powerful Archetype that players can gain access to. In fact, once you have obtained all of the other Royal Archetypes in the game, be sure to visit More and talk to him to obtain a key item. This will allow a party with the Prince and other Royal Archetypes to use a secret Synthesis skill called Armageddon's Final Sire, which deals 9,999 damage to all enemies.

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October 11, 2024
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Developer(s)
Studio Zero
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Atlus
Genre(s)
RPG, JRPG, Action, Adventure
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Mighty
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