Complete Guide to Curing All Status Ailments in Metaphor ReFantazio

As an RPG, Metaphor ReFantazio incorporates various traditional elements familiar to fans of the genre, both historical and contemporary. A common feature within RPGs is the impact of attacks or spells on party members, often resulting in effects that extend over a considerable duration. In this game, these effects are referred to as Status Ailments, categorized into two types: Mental and Physical.

Experiencing either of these ailments can significantly hinder a player’s ability to progress in the game. Fortunately, there are methods available to alleviate the afflictions for individual characters or even the entire team. Below, you will find a guide on how to counteract these ailments.

Complete List of Status Ailments in Metaphor ReFantazio

Various Status Ailments in Metaphor ReFantazio (Image via Sega)

The game features a total of 13 distinct Status Ailments, comprised of six Physical Ailments and seven Mental Ailments, outlined as follows:

Physical Ailments

Poison
Paralysis
Malady
Hex
Burn
Frostbite

Mental Ailments

Daze
Charm
Forget
Sleep
Rage
Anxiety
Stun

For an in-depth explanation of each ailment type, refer to an earlier article. Most items necessary for curing these ailments can typically be found at a General Store or a Church. Below are the methods for treating each category of status ailment in the game.

Treating Physical Ailments

Methods to Cure Physical Ailments (Image via Sega/Steam)

All six Physical Ailments can be treated via the Patra skill, available within the Healer Archetype.

Poison: Eliminated using the Robust Remedy item.
Paralysis: Alleviated with the Vitamin Relaxant item.
Malady: Cured by the Ailment Absolution item.
Hex: Resolved using the Purified Teacake item.
Burn: Treated with the Fermis Ointment item.
Frostbite: Soothed by the Heartwarmer item.

Treating Mental Ailments

Out of the Mental Ailments, six can be cured using the Patra skill, except for Stun, which cannot be treated.

Daze: Cured using the Sulphurous Salt item.
Charm: Resolved with the Slapstick Fan item.
Forget: Treated using the Notebook of Remembrance item.
Sleep: Eliminated with the Thrilling Tintinnabulator item.
Rage: Alleviated with the Tranquilliser item.
Anxiety: Cured by the Soothing Sweetbun item.
Stun: This ailment has no available cure. It specifically affects enemies and halts the character’s action for one turn.