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Metaphor's Guide: Mastering Bonds Unveiled

by Eric Feb 02,2025

Metaphor

Unlocking Companionship in Metaphor: ReFantazio: A Guide to Bond Ranks

Embark on a captivating journey through the world of Metaphor: ReFantazio and forge bonds with fourteen unique followers. These followers, akin to social links in other games, offer a distinct and rewarding system for deepening your connections. Each follower boasts eight bond ranks, achievable through dedicated interaction. Unlocking these ranks unveils new Archetypes within their lineage and grants valuable bonuses to aid your adventure. Note: This guide contains minor spoilers limited to follower names.

All Followers in Metaphor: ReFantazio

The game generously provides ample time to cultivate maximum bonds with all followers before reaching any irreversible points.

Follower Name	Unlock Method	Archetype Lineage
Gallica	Defeat the first boss in the Nord Mines on June 6th.	Mage
Strohl	Defeat the first boss in the Nord Mines on June 6th.	Warrior
Hulkenberg	On June 10th, after defeating the boss in the Mausoleum.	Knight
Heismay	On July 4th, after entering the main dungeon for the first time.	Thief
Junah	Complete the side quest "Save The Mourning Snakes" after reaching Virga Island.	Masked Dancer
Eupha	Complete the side quest "Trial Of Malnova" after rescuing her in the Dragon Temple Dungeon.	Summoner
Basilio	On September 14th, after leaving Altabury on the Gauntlet Runner.	Berserker
Neuras	On June 14th, complete the quest "Providing A Spark."	Gunner
Maria	During main story events on June 10th.	Healer
Catherina	Upon entering the Grand Trad dungeon on June 12th.	Brawler
Alonzo	Complete the quest "A Dagger, A Ring, and a Rake" in Martia after reaching the location.	Faker
Bardon	After completing the Martira main story by July 16th, find him in Martia's city square.	Commander
Brigitta	Begin the quest "A Bullish Embargo" with her near her Igniter shop in Grand Trad (on or after June 12th).	Merchant
More	On the night of June 5th, after he summons you.	Seeker