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Metaphor: ReFantasioisa game that will feel very distinctly different fromPersonaandShin Megami Tenseiin terms of its themes, plot points,and fantasy setting. However, interms of core gameplay mechanics, there are plenty of parallels.
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There are still plenty of Life Sim mechanics where you will need to manage your time effectively, bonds thatyou’ll need to nurture with key charactersand combat more or less plays out identically to Persona with a few minor tweaks.
This means that MP is still one of the most important stats in the game, as this will allow you to perform powerful attacks and skills when in battle and will dictate whether you can push on and finish a dungeon.
So, if you want to increase your MP pool inMetaphor: ReFantazio, it’s only right that we show you how to do that.
How To Increase MP
InMetaphor: ReFantazio, there are two ways that players can increase their overall MP pool which are as follows:
Using Energy Incense
You may have noticed on your travels that there are items called ‘Incense’ that allow you to buff your stats and apply EXP to different Archetypes. So, it should really come as no surprise that there isan item called ‘Energy Incense’ that allows you to increase your overall MP pool by two points.
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These items are finite, as they are only found in dungeons, and cannot be purchased in bulk. However, if you come across one, you should apply this immediately, as this will give you a welcome boost to your MP reserves.
You can also apply Energy Incense to your party members, which is the only way to increase their MP pool outside of leveling up party members. So, if you want a well-rounded team, you should consider this option.
Doing Your Laundry
While Energy Incense is something that is not in plentiful supply, players will have ample opportunities to do their laundry when traveling in the Gauntlet Runner.This may seem like busy work,but doing this will allow you to gain 3MP every time you complete this action.
Alongside the MP buff,players will also find a small sum of Reeve in the washing machine,so if you are light on cash, this can also be a helpful moneymaker.
Naturally, this action will only be available when the player meets Neuras and gains access to the Gauntlet Runner, but from then on, the player will be able to complete this action anytime they like.
This actioncan be performed day or night, is found in the Gauntlet Runner’s Engine Room, and will take half a day to complete.
Leveling Up
Then, as you would expect, the only other way to increase your MP stat is by leveling up your character.With each level gained, you’ll gain access to more MP, allowing you to be more aggressive and use high-powered moves more frequently as the game gets tougher.
This is why I would suggest that, when out in dungeons and your day is accounted for, make the most of each trip and clear every dungeon to rake in all that sweet EXP, allowing you to raise your level consistently.
Ways To Replenish & Conserve MP
Raising your MP pool as much as possible is a good move, but as you need to manage your time very carefully in this game, there will be times when there are more pressing matters to attend to.
This means you’ll need to settle for the MP pool you have access to, and if it gets depleted, you will need to know how to top it up again. Here are your options:
Using Consumables
When completing dungeons that seem to go on forever, you’ll likely get to a point where your MP is running on empty, and all you have access to is your basic melee attacks. Which, let me tell you, will not carry you through.
However, if you have certain items in your inventory, you just might be able to press on. As these items allow you to replenish a certain amount of MP at any time.
The best examples ofthese MP refill items early in the game tend to be Magla Pills and Fruit Cordial.Magla Pills tend to be given as quest rewards or found in dungeons, whereas Fruit Cordial tends to be bought from Water Merchants in the major cities and towns you visit on your journey.
Using Certain Archetypes
If you don’t have access to any MP replenishment items, the next best thing is to keep your MP usage to a minimum.There are plenty of things you can do, such as stunning enemies to make your melee attacks more likely to do the job or make use of items that deal damage without using MP.
However, those methods will only get you so far. So, the best way to keep MP use to a minimum is byusing archetypes that use different resources to perform their attacks and skills.
For example, the Brawler Archetype uses HP to perform its moves, and the Merchant Archetype uses Reeve to perform its moves.It’s not a foolproof method,as continued use will cause a shortage of these resources, but when you are in a bind, these Archetypes can get you out of a jam.
Ending Your Day
Lastly, if you have no other options, the only other thing you can do to regain your MP is to head back to base and end the day. On some occasions, the game will be kind enough to replenish your HP and MP after a certain plot point.
But generally speaking, if you’re in a dungeon and the MP well runs dry, it can be a safe move to head home, restock, and head back out there.
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