Metaphor ReFantazio Followers Guide

I will list in detail all the followers in Metaphor ReFantazio, their abilities and how to unlock them.

How to Unlock Followers

The Followers system in Metaphor: ReFantazio is similar to the Social Link or Confidant system from the Persona series. If you’ve played any of the main Persona games, this will be easy for you to grasp!

Each Follower has a maximum Bond Level of 8, representing the connections that the main character, the Wandering Boy, builds during his adventure. As these bonds grow stronger, he can unlock and enhance the power of Archetypes. This also grants him and his friends access to new abilities and bonuses.

Unlike Social Links, which use a point system to level up once you meet certain requirements, deepening bonds with Followers happens through the story. You can strengthen these relationships by completing specific tasks or simply spending time with them.

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

RankAbilities
1Mage Archetype – The party can now study the Mage.
2Mage Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
Followers’ Echoes – The voice of Followers can now be heard, even from far away.
3Mage Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Wizard.
Monstrology Scholar – Enemy analysis in Squad Battle is now more detailed.
4Scion’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.
5Mage Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Mage Lineage.
6Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 3.
7Scion’s Essence – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage Lineage to 4.
8Mage 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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/06
2(Automatic) 06/11
3(Automatic) ???
4(Automatic) ???
5(Automatic) ???
6(Automatic) ???
7(Automatic) ???
8(Automatic) ???

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

RankAbilities
1Warrior Archetype – The party can now study the Warrior.
2Warrior Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
Undaunted Spirit – When Strohl attacks a human-type monster, critical rate increases.
3Warrior Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Swordmaster.
4Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior Lineage to 2.
5Warrior Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Warrior Lineage.
Battle Aura – While in reserve, the amount of experience Strohl gains increases.
6Scion’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.
7Warrior Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Samurai.
8Scion’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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/06
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6Requires Imagination Rank 3 (Visionary)
Complete “A Noble’s Legacy” Request by talking to NPCs in Grand Trad.
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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

RankAbilities
1Knight Archetype – The party can now study the Knight.
2Knight Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
Guard Duty – Hulkenberg may defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
3Knight Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Magic Knight.
4Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 2.
5Knight Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
Battle Aura – While in reserve, the amount of experience Hulkenberg gains increases.
6Scion’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.
7Knight Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Paladin and Dark Knight.
8Scion’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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/11
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8???

Heismay (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

RankAbilities
1Thief Archetype – The party can now study the Thief.
2Thief Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
Preternatural Hearing – Displays the location of strong enemies on dungeon maps.
3Thief Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Assassin.
4Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief Lineage to 2.
5Thief Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Thief Lineage.
Battle Aura – While in reserve, the amount of experience Heismay gains increases.
6Scion’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.
7Thief Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Ninja.
8Scion’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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) ???
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Junah (Masked Dancer)

A famed, proud songstress and undercover resistance agent who snuck into Louis’ entourage. Adopted sister of Rella.

Follower Abilities

RankAbilities
1Masked Dancer Archetype – The party can now study the Masked Dancer.
2Masked Dancer Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
Triumphant Hymn – After battle, all party members recover a little MP.
3Scion’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.
4Masked Dancer Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Masked Dancer Lineage.
5Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer Lineage to 3.
6Masked Dancer Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Persona Master.
7Battle Hypnosis – While in reserve, Junah will gain experience at the normal rate.
8Scion’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

RankRequirements
1??? (Time Frame Unknown)
Complete “Save the Mourning Snakes” Request by defeating the … Boss at Orbwise Path
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Eupha (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

RankAbilities
1Summoner Archetype – The party can now study the Summoner.
2Summoner Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
Pagan Teachings – Reduces the chance of the party being afflicted with Anxiety.
3Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 2.
Battle Aura – While in reserve, the amount of experience Eupha gains increases.
4Summoner Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner Lineage.
5Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner Lineage to 3.
6Summoner Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Devil Summoner.
7Battle Hypnosis – While in reserve, Eupha will gain experience at the normal rate.
8Scion’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

RankRequirements
1??? (Time Frame Unknown)
Complete “The Trial of Malnova” Request by defeating the … Boss at …
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7Complete “Wayward Shepherd” Request by defeating the … Boss at Mt. Vulkano
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Basilio (Berserker)

He once idealized Louis as king but defected upon the death of his older brother. Now he must find new purpose.

Follower Abilities

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

RankRequirements
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8Complete “A Brother’s Mercy” Request …

Neuras (Gunner)

Engineer and driver. Once a luminary, he was discredited for his unorthodoxy. Dreams of achieving aerodynamic flight.

Follower Abilities

RankAbilities
1Gunner Archetype – The party can now study the Gunner.
2Bombardier – At the start of battle on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies take damage.
Gunner Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Gunner Lineage.
3Gunner Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Sniper.
4Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 2.
5Bombastic 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.
6Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner Lineage to 3.
7Seedling Synergy – Increases the number of plants that can be harvested in the Plant Culture Chamber by 1.
8Gunner 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

RankRequirements
1Complete “Providing a Spark” Request by retrieving a relic from the town Komoro.
2Complete “Relic Search: Inventor’s Bequest” Request by retrieving a relic from Man-Eater’s Grotto.
3Complete “Relic Search: Dregs of Destiny” Request by retrieving a relic from Tomb of Lament.
4Complete “Relic Search: Youth’s Folly” Request by retrieving a relic from …
5Complete “Relic Search: Engineer’s Destiny” Request by retrieving a relic from …
6Complete “Relic Search: Bitter Memories” Request by retrieving a relic from …
7Complete “Relic Search: A Dream’s Origin” Request by retrieving a relic from …
8Complete “Petty Thief” Request by traveling to Jin’s Gauntlet Runner and defeating him.

Maria Alces (Healer)

Grius’ daughter living with Fabienne, the innkeep. Emotionally observant and sensitive, she tends not to voice her mind.

Follower Abilities

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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/10
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8???

Catherina (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

RankAbilities
1Brawler Archetype – The party can now study the Brawler.
2Brawler Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
3Brawler Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Pugilist.
Bounty Bonus – Fattens the purse of bounty rewards at each city’s Recruitment Center.
4Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 2.
5Item Tracking – Displays the location of items in unexplored areas of a dungeon.
Brawler Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Brawler Lineage.
6Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler Lineage to 3.
Streetwise Negotiator – Reduces prices at each city’s general store.
7Treasure 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.
8Brawler 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

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/12 – 06/21
Complete “A Friend in Need” Request by finding the Paripus Woman’s friend who was left behind inside the Regalith Grand Cathedral
2(Automatic) ???
3???
4???
5???
6???
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8???

Alonzo (Faker)

His proclaimed calling is to trick the wicked. Lies freely and skillfully, using wit to win the information he seeks.

Follower Abilities

RankAbilities
1Faker Archetype – The party can now study the Faker.
2Faker Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Faker Lineage.
3Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 2.
4Magic Shop Negotiator – Discounts the prices at Magic Shops in all cities.
Knave’s Loyalty – Increases the monetary reward for completing requests.
5Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 3.
6Faker Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Faker Lineage.
7Magic 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.
8Faker Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Trickster.
Scion’s Essence – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker Lineage to 4.

Rank Up Progression

RankRequirements
1Requires Imagination Rank 2 (Inspired)
Complete “A Dagger, a Ring, and a Rake” Request by defeating the … Boss at the Abandoned Tomb
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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

RankAbilities
1Commander Archetype – The party can now study the Commander.
2Commander Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander Lineage.
3Commander Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the General.
Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 2.
4Protective 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.
5Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander Lineage to 3.
Escape Artist – Improves the chances of escaping from Squad Battle.
6Commander 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.
7Escape Master – With certain exceptions, escape will always succeed during Squad Battle.
8Commander 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

RankRequirements
1???
2???
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4???
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6Complete “The Right to Rule” Request …
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8???

Brigitta Lycaon (Merchant)

An igniter merchant based in Grand Trad. Calm and fearless, she conducts shadier business with deftness and discretion.


Follower Abilities

RankAbilities
1Merchant Archetype – The party can now study the Merchant.
Proof of Membership – Can now visit the Lycaon Magic Association igniter shop in Grand Trad.
2Merchant Enlightenment – Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
3Scion’s Skill – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant Lineage to 2.
Merchant’s Rate – Improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
4Scion’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.
5Guild Discount – Receive a discount at weapon, armour, and igniter shops.
6Merchant Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant Lineage.
Merchant’s Markdown – Significantly improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
7Igniter 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.
8Merchant 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

RankRequirements
1Requires Wisdom Rank 2 (Informed)
Complete “A Bullish Embargo” Request by defeating the Grotesque Gupatauros Boss at Belega Corridor
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More (Seeker)

A fantasy novel author met in Akademeia. Though he has lost his memory, he burns with passion for Archetype research.

Follower Abilities

RankAbilities
1Seeker 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.
2Seeker 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.
3Seeker Archetype: Adept – The party can now study the Magic Seeker.
4Ability Forecast – Allows you to preview all abilities for followers from the Main Menu.
5Scion’s Merit – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 3.
6Seeker Veneration – Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker Lineage.
7Seeker Archetype: Elite – The party can now study the Soul Hacker.
Scion’s Essence – Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker Lineage to 4.
8Archetype Evangelist – Increase an Archetype’s status bonuses by +3 while channeling it.

Rank Up Progression

RankRequirements
1(Automatic) 06/05
2Complete “More’s Task: Foreword and Prologue” Request by having someone raise their Healer Archetype to Rank 10.
3Complete “More’s Task Chapter One: Ordeal” Request by having someone study the Gunner Archetype.
4Complete “More’s Task Chapter Two: Solitude” Request by having someone raise their Merchant Archetype to Rank 15.
5Complete “More’s Task Chapter Three: Drifting” Request by studying 15 different Archetypes.
6Complete “More’s Task Chapter Four: Turmoil” Request by having someone raise their General Archetype to Rank 15.
7Complete “More’s Task Chapter Five: Resolve” Request by studying 25 different Archetypes.
8Complete “More’s Task Chapter Six: The End” Request by having someone master an Elite Class Archetype.
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