Bardon is one of the NPC support-only followers that you can add to your squad in Metaphor ReFantazio. He's a Roussainte and holds the rank of captain in the Martira guard corps, who hires our protagonist's party to apprehend Heismay, who's allegedly kidnapped the townsfolk.

He's not the most interesting follower in the bunch, but his leadership skills are invaluable to helping the townspeople, and the same quality allows him to wield the Commander Archetype. Even though players can't directly take control of Bardon during fights, his abilities can come in handy when backed into a corner and need to escape a fight in Metaphor ReFantazio.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio - How To Unlock & Rank Up Catherina Bond (Best Answers)

Here's a complete guide to unlock, rank up, and best answers to the Catherina follower bond in Metaphor ReFantazio.

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How to Unlock Bardon as a Follower in Metaphor ReFantazio

The Protagonist and Bardon Shaking Hands

Players will be able to unlock Bardon right after completing Apprehend the Real Kidnapper main mission before its deadline (7/16) in Metaphor ReFantazio. After the mission, you'll find him in Martira's Thoroughfare Square to have a conversation. Once the conversation is over, players will have unlocked Bardon's follower bond rank 1 alongside his Commander Archetype.

Ranking Up Bardon's Follower Bond (Best Answers)

Bardon Follower Bond Rank Up

After unlocking Bardon's follower bond rank 1, you'll need to go to Martira again and talk to him. Most of his conversations will go smoothly in the early bond ranks. You'll only need to have a Level 3 Eloquence and the final rank requires you to complete a boss fight against a giant.

Let's check out all the follower bond ranks for Bardon, their rewards, and the best answers during conversations with him in Metaphor ReFantazio.

Bond Rank

Requirement

Best Answer(s)

Reward(s)

1

Talking to him in Thoroughfare Square in Martin after completing "Apprehend the Real Kidnapper" main quest.

None
  • Unlock Bardon's follower bond rank 1
  • Commander Archetype

2

Talk to him in Martira.
  • "You’re popular." (+3)
  • "It’ll be fine." Or "Everything’s a challenge." (+3)

  • Commander Enlightenment

3

Talk to him in Martira.
  • "I support you." (+2)
  • "The job suits you." (+2)
  • "You can protect them now." (+3)

  • Commander Archetype: Adept (The General Class)
  • Scion's Skill

4

Talk to him in Martira.
  • Any
  • "I see you in a whole new light." Or "Don’t let things escalate." (+1)
  • "That’s a good idea." (+2)
  • "That’s reassuring." (+3)

  • Protective Formation
  • Care Package

5

(Eloquence Level 3)

Talk to him in Martira after reaching Eloquence level 3.
  • Any (+1)
  • "I'm leaning towards yes." (+1)
  • "Let's think of another strategy." (+3)

  • Scion's Merit
  • Escape Artist

6

Talk to him in Martira.
  • Any
  • "The children are scared." (+3)
  • Any (+3)

  • Commander Veneration
  • Rapid Swapper

7

Defeat the Greatworm Homo Butera in the side quest "The Right To Rule" obtained after achieving bond rank 6.
  • "You're not causing trouble at all." (+2)
  • "Let's go tell them." (+2)
  • Any
  • Any (+4)

  • Escape Master

8

Talk to Bardon in Martira after unlocking the Prince Archetype in the "Preparing for Final Battle" main quest.
  • "That’s terrible." (+1)
  • "Have faith in yourself." (+3)
  • Any
  • "You’re still a kind person." (+1)
  • "There is no one more qualified." (+3)

  • Elite Commander Archetype
  • Scion's Essence

That's everything you need to know about unlocking and ranking up follower bonds with Bardon in Metaphor ReFantazio.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio
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RPG
JRPG
Action
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Top Critic Avg: 93 /100 Critics Rec: 98%
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Released
October 11, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen // Blood, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
Developer(s)
Studio Zero
Publisher(s)
Atlus
Engine
GFD
Number of Players
1
Steam Deck Compatibility
Playable
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PC Release Date
October 11, 2024
Xbox Series X|S Release Date
October 11, 2024
PS5 Release Date
October 11, 2024
Genre(s)
RPG, JRPG, Action, Adventure
How Long To Beat
65 Hours
How Long To Beat (Completionist Runs)
104 hours
X|S Optimized
Yes
File Size Xbox Series
81.15 GB
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