Tips for Strengthening Follower Bonds in Metaphor ReFantazio

Establishing solid connections with your Followers is crucial in Metaphor: ReFantazio. Your relationship with Followers will improve no matter which dialogue choices you make; however, locating each Follower is essential to unlocking their Bonds. In this guide, discover where to find every Follower in Metaphor: ReFantazio and effective methods to enhance their Bonds.

Strategies for Unlocking and Enhancing All Follower Bonds in Metaphor: ReFantazio

In your journey, you can form Bonds with a total of 14 Followers. Some Bonds are acquired naturally through the narrative, whereas others necessitate completing specific side missions or participating in dialogue with the five Royal Virtues: Courage, Wisdom, Tolerance, Eloquence, and Imagination.

Royal Virtues in Metaphor: ReFantazio. — Image Source: Pro Game Guides

Interacting with your Followers or completing their respective quests will aid in boosting their Bonds. As you strengthen your Follower Bonds, new Archetypes will become accessible. Below, you will find a comprehensive guide on unlocking each Follower in Metaphor: ReFantazio, how to enhance their Bonds, and the benefits associated with doing so.

More's Bond in Metaphor: ReFantazio. — Image Source: Pro Game Guides

The initial Bond you can establish occurs after conquering Homo Gorleo on 06/05. Following your victory, you will set up camp, and after the protagonist rests, you will be whisked away to Akademeia, where you will encounter More. A simple conversation will unlock his Bond.

More’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 06/05.	Seeker Archetype Bright-Eyed Student	Allows you to study the Seeker once it’s available in Akademeia. Enables switching between Archetypes once they’re unlocked.
2	Complete More’s Task: Foreword and Prologue.	Seeker Enlightenment Scion’s Skill More’s Magic Igniter	Minimizes the MAG cost for studying the Seeker lineage. Expands skill inheritance slots for the Seeker lineage to 2. The Archetype Tree becomes available from the Main Menu.
3	Finish More’s Task Chapter One: Ordeal.	Seeker Archetype: Adept	Now allows you to study the Magic Seeker Archetype.
4	Finish More’s Task Chapter Two: Solitude.	Ability Forecast	Provides a preview of all abilities for Followers from the main menu.
5	Finish More’s Task Chapter Three: Drifting.	Scion’s Merit	Expands skill inheritance slots for the Seeker lineage to 3.
6	Complete More’s Task Chapter Four: Turmoil.	Seeker Veneration.	Greatly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Seeker lineage.
7	Finish More’s Task Chapter Five: Resolve.	Seeker Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Allows you to study the Soul Hacker Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Seeker lineage to 4.
8	Complete More’s Task Chapter Six: The End.	Archetype Evangelist	Enhances an Archetype’s status bonuses by +3 when it is channeled.

Strohl

Strohl’s Bond becomes available automatically on 06/06 after you defeat Captain Klinger in the Nord Mines. This is the first boss encounter you’ll experience in the prologue, and upon his defeat, a cutscene will trigger, allowing Strohl to Bond with you.

Strohl’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 06/06.	Warrior Archetype	Enables you to study the Warrior Archetype.
2	Interact with Strohl on a free day after 06/18.	Warrior Enlightenment Undaunted Spirit	Reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Warrior lineage. Raises Strohl’s critical hit rate against human-type monsters.
3	Engage with Strohl on a free day not before 06/29.	Warrior Archetype: Adept	Now enables you to study the Swordmaster Archetype.
4	On or after 07/01, once a complete day has elapsed, engage with Strohl while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Scion’s Skill	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior lineage to 2.
5	After a complete day has elapsed, interact with Strohl during the day in the city.	Warrior Veneration Battle Aura	Significantly reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Warrior lineage. While in reserve, the amount of experience Strohl earns increases.
6	Complete the quest A Noble’s Legacy. This requires Imagination Rank 3 to converse with a Merchant in the quest.	Scion’s Merit Battle Hypnosis	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior lineage to 3. While in reserve, Strohl earns experience at the standard rate.
7	After a full day has passed, engage with Strohl on a free day in the city.	Warrior Archetype: Elite	Now enables you to study the Samurai Archetype.
8	After a full day has passed, speak to Strohl during the day on a free day in the city.	Scion’s Essence Slayer of Humans Grand Fantasy	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Warrior lineage to 4. When Strohl combats a human-type monster, his critical hit rate is substantially raised. Strohl can adopt the Royal Warrior Archetype.

French

Gallica's Bond in Metaphor: ReFantazio. — Image Source: Pro Game Guides

Shortly after bonding with Strohl on 06/06, you will be transported to Akademeia, where Gallica is introduced alongside More. Following their brief dialogue, Gallica will join your Bonds.

Gallica’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 06/06.	Mage Archetype	Allows you to study the Mage Archetype.
2	Unlocks automatically on 06/11.	Mage Enlightenment Follower’s Echoes	Lower the MAG cost for studying the Mage lineage. The voices of Followers will now resonate, even from a distance.
3	Automatically unlocks after completing the events in Martira.	Mage Archetype: Adept Monsterology Scholar	Now allows you to study the Wizard Archetype. Enemy analysis in Squad Battles is now more comprehensive.
4	Grants automatically after completing the Infiltration of the Charadrius in Brilehaven.	Scion’s Skill Fae Sight Acuity	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage lineage to 2. Enhances Fae Sight to provide additional details while inside a dungeon.
5	Unlocks automatically after the events surrounding Louis’ Soirée in Brilehaven.	Mage Veneration	Greatly decreases the MAG cost for studying the Mage lineage.
6	Unlocks after the events at the Dragon God Temple on Virga Island.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage lineage to 3.
7	Unlocks on 09/23.	Scion’s Essence	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Mage lineage to 4.
8	Unlocks on 09/24.	Mage Archetype: Elite Victory Foresight	Enables you to study the Elemental Master and Warlock Archetypes. In Squad Battles, extra Turn Icons may be accrued.

Maria

Maria’s Bond can be initiated on 06/10. Before concluding the day at the Honeybee Inn, take a stroll downstairs to find Maria waiting. Offer her your reading skills, leading to a touching cutscene that solidifies your Bond.

Maria’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 06/10.	Healer Archetype	Enables you to study the Healer Archetype.
2	Speak to Maria during the day after completing Promising Returns on or after 06/29. Requires Tolerance Rank 2 and unlocking Teleportation first.	Healer Enlightenment	Reduces the MAG cost for studying the Healer lineage.
3	Engage with Maria during the day on or after 07/05.	Healer Archetype: Adept Scion’s Skill	Allows the study of the Cleric Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer lineage to 2.
4	Talk to Maria during the day after the events in Kriegante Castle in Martira.	Purpose Speed Cooking	Enhances post-battle EXP. Time does not pass while cooking in the runner’s kitchen.
5	After waiting a full free day, converse with Maria during the day.	Healer Veneration	Substantially reduces the MAG cost for studying the Healer lineage.
6	Engage with Maria during the day on or after 07/23.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer lineage to 3.
7	Speak with Maria during the day on or after 09/13. Requires Tolerance Rank 4.	Burning Purpose Chef’s Chops	Significantly boosts post-battle EXP. While cooking in the gauntlet runner’s kitchen, an additional dish will be prepared.
8	After waiting a full free day, converse with Maria during the day.	Healer Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	The party can now study the Saviour Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Healer lineage to 4.

Hulkenberg

Hulkenberg will join your group after you vanquish Undead Grius on 06/11. After the battle, Strohl will suggest returning to the Honeybee Inn, where Hulkenberg is recuperating. Once Fabienne leaves to check on Maria, Hulkenberg becomes your Bond.

Hulkenberg’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 06/11.	Knight Archetype	Enables the study of the Knight Archetype.
2	Talk to Hulkenberg on a free day on or after 06/18.	Knight Enlightenment Guard Duty	Decreases the MAG cost for studying the Knight lineage. Hulkenberg can defend the protagonist against attacks on his weakness.
3	Interact with Hulkenberg while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner on or after 07/01.	Knight Archetype: Adept	Enables you to study the Magic Knight Archetype.
4	Contact Hulkenberg following the events in Martira.	Scion’s Skill	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight lineage to 2.
5	Speak with Hulkenberg while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner on or after 07/23.	Knight Veneration Battle Aura	Significantly reduces the MAG cost for studying the Knight lineage. Experience gained by Hulkenberg while in reserve increases.
6	Talk to Hulkenberg during your leisure time on the Virga Islands during the day. Requires Wisdom Rank 4.	Scion’s Merit Battle Hypnosis	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight lineage to 3. While in reserve, Hulkenberg earns experience at a normal rate.
7	Engage with Hulkenberg during the daytime when you have free time on the Virga Islands. Requires Wisdom Rank 4.	Knight Archetype: Elite	Allows you to study the Paladin and Dark Knight Archetypes.
8	Speak with Hulkenberg while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Scion’s Essence Special Guard Duty Grand Fantasy	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight lineage to 4. High chance for Hulkenberg to block attacks targeting the protagonist’s weakness. Hulkenberg can assume the Royal Knight Archetype.

Brigitta

You’ll encounter Brigitta on Sunlumeo Street in Grand Trad on 06/12, where she awaits in front of the Igniter Shop. To initiate her quest, you must elevate your Wisdom to Rank 2.

To acquire the required Wisdom points, start the Help the Hushed Honeybee quest from Young Nidia on Sunlumeo Street. Later in the evening, assist Fabienne with cooking at the Hushed Honeybee Inn.

Additionally, sitting on a bench behind Young Nidia at night (near the wall) provides you with a view of the Royal Capital, earning you the final Wisdom points you need. After completing these tasks, you can begin Brigitta’s quest – A Bullish Embargo – and form a Bond with her upon completion.

Brigitta’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Complete A Bullish Embargo after 06/12. Requires Wisdom Rank 2.	Merchant Archetype Proof of Membership	Allows you to study the Merchant Archetype. Grants access to the Lycaon Magic Association igniter shop in Grand Trad.
2	Speak to Brigitta at night during a free day following the Grand Cathedral dungeon.	Merchant Enlightenment	Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Merchant lineage.
3	Engage with Brigitta at night on a free day on or after 06/29.	Scion’s Skill Merchant’s Rate	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant lineage to 2. Improves the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
4	Talk to Brigitta at night on a free day on or after 07/05.	Scion’s Merit Merchant’s Finest	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant lineage to 3. Expands the variety of items available at the Lycaon Magic Association.
5	After waiting a full free day, converse with Brigitta at night on a free day. Requires Courage Rank 3.	Guild Discount	Provides discounts at weapon, armor, and igniter shops.
6	After waiting a full free day, converse with Brigitta at night on a free day.	Merchant Veneration Merchant’s Markdown	Greatly decreases the MAG cost for studying the Merchant lineage. Significantly enhances the exchange rate at the MAG Exchange.
7	Engage with Brigitta at night on a free day starting from 08/19. Requires Courage Rank 4.	Igniter Connoisseur Supply Crate	Further broadens the variety of items for sale at the Lycaon Magic Association, incorporating rare items. Occasionally, Brigitta sends a crate with funds at the crossover of days.
8	On or after 09/26, converse with Brigitta at night on a free day.	Merchant Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Allows the study of the Tycoon Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Merchant lineage to 4.

Catherine

To bond with Catherina, you must first defeat Undead Grius. The following day, on 06/12, return to the Mausoleum Catacombs for a cutscene that introduces the quest A Friend in Need. Completing this quest will unlock her Bond.

Catherine’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically from 06/12.	Brawler Archetype	Allows you to study the Brawler Archetype.
2	Starting from 07/02, defeat Catherina’s pink Gauntlet Runner upon locating it while traveling.	Brawler Enlightenment	Decreases the MAG cost for studying the Brawler lineage.
3	On 07/19, defeat Catherina’s pink Gauntlet Runner upon finding it while traveling.	Brawler Archetype: Adept Bounty Bonus	Now enables you to study the Pugilist Archetype. Enhances bounty rewards at each city’s Recruitment Center.
4	During your free time on 07/23, defeat Catherina’s pink Gauntlet Runner while traveling.	Scion’s Skill	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler lineage to 2.
5	Speak to Catherina at night during a free day.	Item Tracking Brawler Veneration	Displays item locations in unexplored dungeon areas. Greatly reduces the MAG cost for studying the Brawler lineage.
6	After waiting a full free day, speak to Catherina at night. Requires Tolerance Rank 5.	Scion’s Merit Streetwise Negotiator	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler lineage to 3. Decreases prices at each city’s general store.
7	After waiting a full free day, converse with Catherina at night.	Treasure Hunting Comrades in Battle	Reveals treasure chest locations in unexplored areas. Catherina joins the party in certain dungeons and proves to be a fierce ally.
8	After waiting a full free day, talk to Catherina at night.	Brawler Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Now allows you to study the Martial Artist Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Brawler lineage to 4.

Neuroses

To establish a Bond with Neuras, progress through the game to 06/26, when the quest Providing a Spark is introduced. Completing this task will unlock Neuras’ Bond.

Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Complete Providing a Spark Side on or after 06/29.	Gunner Archetype	Allows you to study the Gunner Archetype.
2	Finish Relic Search: Inventor’s Bequest, and turn in the quest during the night.	Bombardier Gunner Enlightenment	At the battle’s start on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies incur damage. Reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Gunner lineage.
3	Complete Relic Search: Dregs of Destiny, and turn in the quest during the night.	Gunner Archetype: Adept	Allows the party to study the Sniper Archetype.
4	Finish Relic Search: Youth’s Folly, and turn in the quest during the night.	Scion’s Skill	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner lineage to 2.
5	Complete Relic Search: Engineer’s Destiny, and turn in the quest during the night.	Bombastic Bombardier Gunner Veneration	At the battle’s start on the gauntlet runner deck, enemies receive additional damage. Greatly reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Gunner lineage.
6	Finish Relic Search: Bitter Memories, and turn in the quest during the night.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner lineage to 3.
7	Complete Relic Search: A Dream’s Origin, and turn in the quest during the night.	Seedling Synergy	Boosts the number of plants that can be harvested in the Plant Culture Chamber by 1.
8	Finish Petty Thief.	Gunner Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Enables you to study the Dragoon Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Gunner lineage to 4.

Alonzo

Unlocking Alonzo’s Bond can prove challenging. You can initiate his Bond during your first free time in Martira by accepting the quest A Dagger, A Ring, and a Rake on 06/29. However, securing Imagination Rank 2 is essential to start the quest, which may be difficult at this phase. To achieve Rank 2, spend your free time engaging with Mustari NPCs in Grand Trad and Martira or by reading the New World Travel Diary on the Gauntlet Runner.

Once you have attained Rank 2, the quest will take you on a two-day expedition south of Martira to the Abandoned Tomb, which is filled with mimics and valuable loot. At the end of the dungeon, retrieve the item Alonzo desires. Upon returning it to him in Martira, you will complete the quest and unlock his Bond.

Alonzo’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Complete A Dagger, A Ring, and a Rake on or after 06/29. Requires Imagination Rank 2.	Faker Archetype	Enables the study of the Faker Archetype.
2	On a free day, speak to Alonzo during the night in Brilehaven. Requires Wisdom Rank 3.	Faker Enlightenment	Reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Faker lineage.
3	After waiting a full free day, engage with Alonzo during the night.	Scion’s Skill	Enhances skill inheritance slots for the Faker lineage to 2.
4	After waiting a full free day, engage with Alonzo during the night. Requires Tolerance Rank 3.	Magic Shop Negotiator Knave’s Loyalty	Provides discounts for purchases at Magic Shops throughout all cities. Increases monetary rewards for quest completions.
5	After waiting a full free day, converse with Alonzo during the night.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker lineage to 3.
6	After waiting a full free day, engage with Alonzo during the night.	Faker Veneration	Significantly decreases the MAG expenditure for studying the Faker lineage.
7	After waiting a full free day, speak to Alonzo during the night. Requires Courage Rank 5.	Magic Shop Dealmaker Grifter’s Eye	Permits the purchase of rare items at Magic Shops across all cities. Unlocks enemy data analysis for all foes, with specific exceptions.
8	After waiting a full free day, engage with Alonzo during the night on or after 09/13.	Faker Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Allows you to study the Trickster Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Faker lineage to 4.

Heismay

Heismay’s Bond is available automatically on 07/04. After spending the night at the inn in Martira, a cutscene the following morning will initiate your Bond with Heismay.

Heismay’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Unlocks automatically on 07/04.	Thief Archetype	Enables studying the Thief Archetype.
2	After the events at Castle Kriegante in Martira, speak to Heismay at night. Requires Eloquence Rank 2.	Thief Enlightenment Preternatural Hearing	Reduces the MAG expenditure for studying the Thief lineage. Reveals strong enemy locations on dungeon maps.
3	After waiting a full free day, converse with Heismay on a free day at night.	Thief Archetype: Adept	Now enables you to study the Assassin Archetype.
4	After waiting a full free day, speak to Heismay at night on a free day.	Scion’s Skill	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief lineage to 2.
5	Engage with Heismay while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner on or after 07/23.	Thief Veneration Battle Aura	Significantly reduces the MAG cost for studying the Thief lineage. While in reserve, Heismay’s experience gain increases.
6	After waiting a full free day, talk to Heismay at night on a free day.	Scion’s Merit Battle Hypnosis	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief lineage to 3. Heismay will gain experience at the standard rate while in reserve.
7	Speak to Heismay on a free day at night. Requires Imagination Rank 4.	Thief Archetype: Elite	Now enables you to study the Ninja Archetype.
8	Wait a full free day and then talk to Heismay while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Scion’s Essence Assassinate Grand Fantasy	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Thief lineage to 4. Greatly boosts Heismay’s ambush damage against stunned foes. Heismay can evolve into the Royal Thief Archetype.

Bardon

Bardon becomes accessible for Bond events post-operation in Martira, where he fulfills the role of acting Commander of the guard. After finishing the dungeon there and enjoying some free days before proceeding to Brilehaven, you can initiate his Bond. Starting from 07/06, simply speak to Bardon on any free day in Martira to unlock his Bond and gain access to the Commander Archetype.

Bardon’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Engage with Bardon after the operation in Martira.	Commander Archetype	Enables the study of the Commander Archetype.
2	Interact with Bardon on or after 07/23.	Commander Enlightenment	Reduces the MAG cost for studying the Commander lineage.
3	After waiting a full free day, engage with Bardon during the day on a free day.	Commander Archetype: Adept Scion’s Skill	The party can now study the General Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander lineage to 2.
4	Wait for a full free day to pass, then engage with Bardon during the day on a free day.	Protective Formation Care Package	Enhances defense when the entire party is positioned in the back row. Occasionally, Bardon will send a care package as days transition.
5	After waiting a full free day, talk to Bardon during the day. Requires Eloquence Rank 3.	Scion’s Merit Escape Artist	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander lineage to 3. Enhances escape chances in Squad Battles.
6	After waiting a full free day, converse with Bardon during the day on a free day.	Commander Veneration Rapid Swapper	Significantly reduces MAG cost for studying the Commander lineage. Halves the Turn Icon cost for swapping with a reserve member during Squad Battle.
7	Complete A Right to Rule.	Escape Master	Default successful escape during Squad Battles, barring exceptions.
8	Engage with Bardon during the day on or after 09/26.	Commander Archetype: Elite Scion’s Essence	Allows the study of the Warlord Archetype. Increases skill inheritance slots for the Commander lineage to 4.

Junah

At first, Junah may seem elusive as she enters your party post-events of 08/12. However, you won’t be able to establish a Bond with her or access her Masked Dancer Archetype right away. Instead, you must wait until you reach Virga Island. Here, you’ll battle Kokasadors, the only means to unlock her Bond and the Masked Dancer role.

Once you arrive at Virga Island, seek out Junah by the beach, where she will seek your assistance with a Mustari issue involving sacred snakes under threat from a monster. Venture to Orbwise Path and confront Kokasadors (notable weaknesses are Pierce and Fire). Ensure both the Protagonist and Junah are present in your party for this encounter.

After vanquishing the monster, you will receive Health Incense, a Tower White Mask, and Imagination points. Subsequently, you will have the opportunity to begin Bond events with Junah and unlock the Masked Dancer Archetype for others in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Junah’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Complete Save the Mourning Snakes from 08/19.	Masked Dancer Archetype	Enables you to study the Masked Dancer Archetype.
2	Interact with Junah at night on a free day.	Masked Dancer Enlightenment Triumphant Hymn	Reduces the MAG cost for studying the Masked Dancer lineage. Post-battle, all party members recover a small amount of MP.
3	After waiting for a full free day to pass, converse with Junah at night on a free day.	Scion’s Skill Battle Aura	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer lineage to 2. Experience gain for Junah increases while in reserve.
4	After waiting for a full free day to pass, engage with Junah at night on a free day.	Masked Dancer Veneration	Significantly decreases the MAG cost for studying the Masked Dancer lineage.
5	After waiting for a full free day to pass, engage with Junah at night on a free day. Requires Imagination Rank 4.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer lineage to 3.
6	Speak to Junah while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Masked Dancer Archetype: Elite	Now allows you to study the Persona Master Archetype.
7	After waiting for a full free day to pass, engage with Junah at night on a free day.	Battle Hypnosis	While in reserve, Junah gains experience at a normal rate.
8	After waiting for a full free day to pass, speak to Junah at night on a free day.	Scion’s Essence Heroes’ Hymn Grand Fantasy	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Masked Dancer lineage to 4. Boosts MP recovery for Triumphant Hymn. Junah can evolve into the Royal Masked Dancer Archetype.

Eupha

To recruit Eupha as a Follower in Metaphor: ReFantazio, visit Virga Island on 08/19 and engage with the Hoarse Fisher-Crone in the Village of Pagans to accept the request titled A Guiding Gift. You’ll need to gather glowing stones from the Dragon Temple, which is the fourth dungeon in the game. It’s possible to complete the request with just one stone, but collecting all three—two from the labyrinth and one from the entrance area—yield better rewards. After gathering the stones, return to the Hoarse Fisher-Crone to finish the quest.

Post-Dragon Temple quest, complete the Trials of Malnova request to unlock Eupha as a Follower fully. Speak to her in the Village of Pagans, which will unlock a new dungeon called the Land of Ceremony. Defeating the boss there will enhance your Wisdom and enable the Bond with Eupha.

Eupha’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Complete The Trial of Malnova after concluding the Operation at Virga Island.	Summoner Archetype	Now allows you to study the Summoner Archetype.
2	Speak to Eupha during a free day.	Summoner Enlightenment Pagan Teachings	Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Summoner lineage. Minimizes the likelihood of the party suffering from Anxiety.
3	After waiting a full free day, engage with Eupha during the day on a free day.	Scion’s Skill Battle Aura	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner lineage to 2. Enhances experience gain for Eupha while in reserve.
4	After waiting a full free day, converse with Eupha during the day on a free day.	Summoner Veneration	Significantly decreases the MAG expenditure for studying the Summoner lineage.
5	After waiting a full free day, talk to Eupha during the day.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner lineage to 3.
6	After waiting a full free day, converse with Eupha during the day on a free day. Requires Eloquence Rank 4.	Summoner Archetype: Elite	Allows for studying the Devil Summoner Archetype.
7	Finish Wayward Shepherd starting 09/26, then converse with Eupha on the next free day. Requires Wisdom Rank 5.	Battle Hypnosis	While in reserve, Eupha earns experience at the standard rate.
8	Talk to Eupha while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Scion’s Essence Pagan Secrets Grand Fantasy	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Summoner lineage to 4. Lowers the chance for the party to suffer from Anxiety. Eupha can morph into the Royal Summoner Archetype.

Basilio

Initially, Basilio is your adversary, collaborating with his brother Fidelio under Lord Louis. However, post-09/11, Basilio switches allegiances and joins your party. To initiate his Bond, wait until 09/13, when free days re-emerge. During this time, use the Gauntlet Runner to travel and make sure to speak to Basilio to unlock his Bond.

Once you’ve established his Bond, you will gain access to the Berserker Archetype, which is among the most effective Archetypes for both Basilio and Strohl in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Basilio’s Bond Rank	Unlock Method	Reward	Function of Each Reward
1	Engage with Basilio while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner from 09/13.	Berserker Archetype	Now allows you to study the Berserker Archetype.
2	Conversate with Basilio during the day on a free day.	Berserker Enlightenment Beast-Scent Adept	Decreases MAG expenditure for studying Berserker Archetypes. Increases Evasion when Basilio is attacked by a Human or Beast.
3	After waiting for a full free day to elapse, speak to Basilio while traveling on the Gauntlet Runner.	Scion’s Skill Battle Aura	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker lineage to 2. Experience gain for Basilio while in reserve is enhanced.
4	After waiting for a full free day to elapse, converse with Basilio on a free day.	Berserker Veneration	Significantly diminishes MAG cost for studying Berserker Archetypes.
5	After waiting for a full free day to elapse, converse with Basilio during a free day.	Scion’s Merit	Increases skill inheritance slots for the Berserker lineage to 3.
6	After waiting for a full free day to elapse, engage with Basilio during a free day. Requires Imagination Rank 5.	Berserker Archetype: Elite	Allows you to study the Destroyer Archetype.
7	After waiting for a full free day, converse with Basilio during a free day.	Battle Hypnosis	Boosts the experience rate for Basilio in reserve to that of his experience gain in battle.
8	Wait a full free day and finish A Brother’s Mercy alongside Basilio. Requires Eloquence Rank 5.	Scion’s Essence Beast’s Insight Grand Fantasy	Elevates skill inheritance slots for the Berserker lineage to 4. Increases Evasion when Basilio is attacked by a Human or Beast. Basilio can evolve into the Royal Berserker Archetype.

For further insights, explore Metaphor ReFantazio Review: Will you stand for what is right? and All Enemy Weaknesses in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Source