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As followers inMetaphor: ReFantaziogo, Bardon doesn’t immediately appear to be the likeliest of candidates. Although he kicks off the Martira Castle Town arc, he may seem like “just” a main quest supplier. As it turns out, though, he’s your source for the Commander Archetype and its evolutions.
Our Bardon follower guide covers all the bases - when you can unlock him, the earliest dates you can progress his ranks, and the rewards you’ll receive at each point. While Metaphor: ReFantazio’s “social links” rank up regardless of your conversation choices, we’ll tell you which ones net the most MAG, too.
How To Unlock Bardon As A Follower
Bardon can become a follower any time fromJuly 6thonward. At this point, you will obtain theCommander Archetype, which we happen to think numbers among Metaphor: ReFantazio’s best.
You’ll find Bardon in - you guessed it -Martira Castle Town.The first time you can kick up his follower questline, he’ll pobably bein the central areaof the town, butcheck close to the sanctoress' manorif needed - he’ll pop up there for several later ranks, at least.
All Bardon Follower Ranks And Rewards
Bardon, like all other Metaphor followers, will rank up no matter your responses, so don’t worry about making truly “wrong” replies. Feel free to role-play in full! Butwe’ve jotted down the “best” responses for the most MAGat the end of each chat.
At least two days after Rank 3.
Protective FormationDefense increases whenever the full party is positioned in the back.
Care PackageYou’ll sometimes receive items from Bardon when a new day starts.
Five
At least two days after Rank 4. Requires Eloquence Rank 3.
Scion’s MeritIncreases inheritance slots to three.
Escape ArtistYour chance of success when attempting to escape battles increases.
At least two days after Rank 5.
Commander VenerationSignificantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Commander lineage.
Rapid SwapperThe turn icon cost for switching with a reserve character in combat decreases.
Via completion of the ‘Right to Rule’ quest.
Escape MasterGuarantees you’ll succeed when attempting to escape from all non-boss battles.
