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To unlock the Faker Archetype inMetaphor: ReFantazio, you’ll need to gain a follower named Alonzo. He’ll introduce himself as Cuculus, but, well, surprise - his name’s Alonzo. This involves completing a quest, reaching a particular Kingly Virtue rank, and more. The payoff is an emotionally turbulent arc and a bevy of gameplay rewards.
Our Metaphor: ReFantazio Alonzo guide tells you what to do to gain him as a follower, when you can first rank up with him, and which conversation options to choose between for the maximum MAG every time. Read on to unravel the secrets behind this dapper mystery man!
How To Unlock Alonzo As A Follower
Getting Alonzo as a follower involves a good deal of work. We actually havea full guide covering how to unlock Alonzo and the Faker Archetype, which we recommend you check out instead.
But for the gist of it,look for the ‘Pompous Man’ in Martira Castle Town. You can’t miss him - he’s got blue hair. Conversing with himtriggers a cutscene, but you’ll needImagination’s second rank, ‘Inspired’, to proceed.
From there, you gain a new quest.Complete the questto get Alonzo as your follower.
All Alonzo Follower Ranks And Rewards
As a reminder,conversation options don’t need to be answered “correctly” in Metaphor: ReFantazioin order to advance your followers' ranks. This is in direct contrast to Persona’s social links. Instead,you gain differing amounts of MAGper your picks.
Additional Reward
One
Upon completion of ‘A Dagger, A Rake, and A Ring’ quest.
N/A
Four
At least two days after Rank 3. Requires Tolerance Rank 3.
Knave’s LoyaltyYou’ll earn more reeve from the completion of many side quests.
At least two days after Rank 5.
Faker VenerationSignificantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Faker lineage.
Seven
At least two days after Rank 6. Requires Courage Rank 5.
Faker Archetype: EliteUnlocks theTricksterclass.
Scion’s EssenceIncreases inheritance slots to four.
Theeighth rankis unusual in thatyou must speak with someone other than Alonzo. Head toAngler’s Inn Square, and locateDatarum.
That said,make sure you do the quest afterwardfor additional closure to Alonzo’s story. You won’t want to miss this scene!
