Exploring All Archetypes in Metaphor: A Dive into ReFantazio

2024/10/12

The Archetypes found in Metaphor ReFantazio mirror the classic JRPG classes like Mages, Knights, and Brawlers, granting players the freedom to engage in combat based on their preferred style. Players can seamlessly change their Archetype by utilizing the Archetype Tree or consulting with More in the Akademia, enabling them to either focus on a specific Archetype or combine different ones for various encounters.

Metaphor ReFantazio features 47 unique Archetypes organized into 14 distinct Archetype Trees. This guide aims to detail every Archetype available in the game, along with what each Archetype Tree offers.

Complete List of Archetypes in Metaphor ReFantazio

Exploring the 14 Archetype Trees in Metaphor ReFantazio (Image via Sega)

1) Seeker Tree

Seeker serves as a versatile Archetype (Image via Sega)

The Seeker serves as the protagonist’s starting Archetype, providing a balanced mix of healing, buffs, and Wind magic. This versatility is particularly beneficial in early to mid-game combat scenarios. However, due to its generalist role, it might not excel in any specific field.

Archetype	Unlock Method	Criteria
Seeker	Unlocked during a battle at Northern Border	Default unlock
Magic Seeker	More Bond Rank 3	Achieve Seeker Rank 20 7,200 MAG
Soul Hacker	More Bond Rank 7	Achieve Magic Seeker Rank 20 19,800 MAG

2) Warrior Tree

The Warrior Archetype is designed for melee combat and excels in inflicting single-target physical damage. While it boasts high strength, it lacks supportive abilities, making it vulnerable to magical attacks. One of its standout skills, Slicer, allows for multiple damage hits, making it effective for dispatching regular foes quickly.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Warrior	Unlocked automatically after defeating the boss in Nord Mines	No additional requirements
Swordmaster	Strohl Bond Rank 3	Warrior Rank 20 8,000 MAG
Samurai	Strohl Bond Rank 7	Swordmaster Rank 20 General Rank 10 16,500 MAG

3) Mage Tree

The Mage Archetype specializes in a variety of magical attacks and can capitalize on enemy weaknesses. With access to Fire, Ice, and Electric spells from the start, it offers a wide array of options for different combat situations and includes solid support capabilities for the team.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Mage	Automatically becomes available post Nord Mines boss encounter	No extra requirements
Wizard	Gallica Bond Rank 3	Mage Rank 20 7,200 MAG
Elemental Master	Gallica Bond Rank 8	Wizard Rank 20 19,800 MAG
Warlock	Gallica Bond Rank 8	Wizard Rank 20 Assassin Rank 10 19,800 MAG

4) Healer Tree

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Healer	Unlocked automatically on June 10 at the Hushed Honeybee Inn after interacting with Maria	No specific requirements
Cleric	Maria Bond Rank 3	Healer Rank 20 6,750 MAG
Saviour	Maria Bond Rank 8	Cleric Rank 20 18,750 MAG

5) Knight Tree

Knight offers high defensive capabilities (Image via Sega)

The Knight Archetype is adept at defense and can draw enemy fire, taking substantial hits due to high defensive statistics and barrier spells. While its overall usefulness may decline in later stages when facing bosses with area attacks, it remains a reliable choice for protection throughout much of the game.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Knight	Unlocked automatically after the first mausoleum exit	No particular criteria
Magic Knight	Hulkenberg Bond Rank 3	Knight Rank 20 Mage Rank 10 8,100 MAG
Paladin	Hulkenberg Bond Rank 7	Magic Knight Rank 20 22,500 MAG
Dark Knight	Hulkenberg Bond Rank 7	Knight Rank 20 Wizard Rank 10 22,500 MAG

6) Brawler Tree

Brawler specializes in delivering powerful single-hit attacks at the cost of HP. It’s a formidable Archetype, particularly beneficial when magic points (MP) run low. However, its high-risk, high-reward nature, often likened to a glass cannon, can pose challenges on higher difficulties or in the absence of a healing character.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Brawler	Unlocked automatically during a visit to the Regalith Grand Cathedral following the king’s funeral	1,080 MAG
Pugilist	Catherina Bond Rank 3	Brawler Rank 20 8,280 MAG
Martial Artist	Catherina Bond Rank 8	Pugilist Rank 20 20,625 MAG

7) Merchant Tree

The Merchant Archetype, much like the Brawler, relies on a resource other than MP to aid its team. By using in-game currency to cast spells, the Merchant enhances item effectiveness and loot drop rates, thereby ensuring prolonged survival for their allies. Additionally, their attacks are categorized as Almighty, meaning they bypass any enemy resistances and status conditions.

Archetype

Unlock Method

Requirements

Merchant

Talk to Brigitta outside the Lycaon after the king’s funeral and complete her quest

2,500 MAG

Tycoon

Brigitta Bond Rank 8

Merchant Rank 20

28,800 MAG

8) Gunner Tree

The Gunner Archetype excels at long-range combat, capable of delivering powerful piercing attacks while maintaining distance from adversaries. Unfortunately, this class is hindered by low endurance and defense, making it vulnerable to boss attacks that affect all party members.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Gunner	Retrieve the relic that Neuras seeks in the village of Komero.	1,350 MAG
Sniper	Neuros Bond Rank 3	Gunner Rank 20 Seeker Rank 10 9,000 MAG
Dragoon	Neuros Bond Rank 8	Sniper Rank 20 Magic Knight Rank 10 22,500 MAG

9) Thief Tree

The Thief class provides players with the ability to pilfer items from foes and acquire spells that sap MP and HP. With access to diverse magical abilities and status ailment spells, Thieves also have the power to negate enemy buffs.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Thief	Automatically unlocked on July 4 upon returning to the inn in Martira	No prerequisites
Assassin	Heismay Bond Rank 3	Thief Rank 20 9,000 MAG
Ninja	Heismay Bond Rank?	Assassin Rank 20 Sniper Rank 10 22,500 MAG
Royal Thief	Heismay Bond Rank 8	Ninja Rank 20 Dragoon Rank 15 Tycoon Rank 15 30,000 MAG

10) Faker Tree

The Faker Archetype engages in turn manipulation and applies debuffs to enemies, offering significant support even if it lacks frontline combat strength. Though not powerful in direct confrontations, the Faker can effectively assist the team with its unique skillset.

Archetype

Unlock Condition

Requirements

Faker

Talk to the blue-haired character in Martira’s Thoroughfare Square on June 29, then retrieve Malveno’s Ring from the Abandoned Tomb.

2,500 MAG

Trickster

Alonzo Bond Rank 8

Faker Rank 20

32,000 MAG

11) Commander Tree

This unique Archetype excels at manipulating team formations, with abilities like “Formation of Vigor” which propels all party members to the front line while boosting their attack power. Another ability, “Shelter Formation,”allows the entire team to retreat to the back line, offering a significant damage boost. Pairing this class with either a Warrior or Summoner can yield devastating damage to foes.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Commander	After completing the Martira dungeon, speak with Bardon in Thoroughfare Square.	3,000 MAG
General	Bardon Bond Rank 3	Commander Rank 20 11,700 MAG
Warlord	Bardon Bond Rank 8	General Rank 20 27,000 MAG

12) Masked Dancer Tree

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Masked Dancer	Complete the quest ‘Save The Mourning Snakes’	Mage Rank 15 Thief Rank 10 8,250 MAG
Master Person	Bond with Junah	Masked Dancer Rank 20 Faker Rank 10 28,500 MAG
Royal Masked Dancer	Bond with Junah	–

13) Summoner Tree

Specializing in the use of items known as Vessels to summon monsters, the Summoner can provide significant support by calling forth creatures capable of dealing damage or performing healing and status debuffs on enemies.

Archetype	Unlock Condition	Requirements
Summoner	–	Seeker Rank 15 Faker Rank 10 8,250 MAG
Devil Summoner	–	Summoner Rank 20 Magic Seeker Rank 10 28,500 MAG
Royal Summoner	–	–

14) Berserker Tree

Focusing on high-damage physical attacks, the Berserker Archetype in Metaphor ReFantazio is dedicated to punishing foes. With solid defense, the Berserker can sustain itself effectively, offering a level of independence from supportive roles like the Knight. Additionally, it has the ability to perform a charge attack once per encounter, allowing it to counterattack after absorbing damage from an enemy. The Berserker tree includes three upgrades: Berserker, Destroyer, and Royal Berserker.

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