Archetypes in Metaphor: ReFantazio are pivotal classes that significantly alter the abilities and weapons available to each party member. As you progress through your journey, these Archetypes can be leveled up, unlocking more advanced versions. Alongside the numerous classes you can acquire during your adventure, there are also special, end-game classes that are exceptionally powerful but come with stringent requirements.
Below, you'll find the prerequisites for each party member's end-game class. For a comprehensive guide on unlocking every Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio, including the Heroic Embodiments, check out our Advanced Archetype guide. These classes are typically unlocked towards the end of the game, and the guide contains some mild spoilers. If you prefer to avoid spoilers, it's best to revisit this guide after you've unlocked the first Heroic Embodiment, which occurs as part of the main storyline.
The Protagonist gains access to the Prince class as part of the main story in late September. Once this milestone is achieved, every other party member can learn their respective Heroic Embodiment class, provided they meet the additional requirements. These classes require 30,000 MAG, so you might need to grind or manage your resources carefully to unlock them all. Unlike other Archetypes, these classes are exclusive to their specific party members.
Each party member must also be at the maximum Follower rank to use their Heroic Embodiment, even if all other conditions are met. Strohl's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Warrior, which excels in powerful Slash attacks and self-buffs, dealing substantial damage. To use the Royal Warrior, Strohl needs to reach rank 20 with both the Samurai and Warlord Archetypes, which are the elite classes from the Warrior and Samurai trees respectively.
Hulkenberg's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Knight, a high-defense class that acts as the party's tank. It boasts an incredible passive ability that ensures all ailments last only one turn for your party. To use the Royal Knight, Hulkenberg must reach Paladin Rank 20, Dark Knight Rank 15, and Elemental Master Rank 15. The first two are from the Knight tree, while Elemental Master is from the Mage tree.
Heismay's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Thief, which specializes in Dark magic attacks and has high agility. Its passive abilities include halving an opponent's hit rate when targeting the Royal Thief and causing an enemy to lose all remaining turn icons if an attack is dodged. To use the Royal Thief, Heismay needs Ninja Rank 20, Dragoon Rank 15, and Tycoon Rank 15, which are the elite classes from the Thief, Gunner, and Merchant trees.
Junah's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Masked Dancer, which applies weaknesses to all enemies using its abilities. It continues to use Masks to gain new abilities, similar to the Masked Dancer Archetypes, but with more powerful versions. Its passives significantly boost magic damage, and if an enemy is defeated by a magic attack from the Royal Masked Dancer, no turn icons are consumed. To use the Royal Masked Dancer, Junah needs Persona Master Rank 20 and Trickster Rank 20, which are the elite classes from the Masked Dancer and Faker trees.
Eupha's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Summoner, which has access to a wide array of powerful magic attacks. The Royal Summoner is excellent for targeting enemy weaknesses, especially when paired with the Royal Masked Dancer. It can also use more powerful Vessels, adding more abilities to its repertoire. To use the Royal Summoner, Eupha needs Devil Summoner Rank 20 and Soul Hacker Rank 20, which are the elite classes from the Summoner and Seeker trees.
Basilio's Heroic Embodiment is the Royal Berserker, which uses powerful Strike attacks to deal massive physical damage to enemies. Its passive abilities enhance both Strike damage and critical hit chance, boosting its overall damage output. Its main Strike ability also inflicts a weakness to Strike, making it a formidable class for dealing damage. To use the Royal Berserker, Basilio needs Destroyer Rank 20 and Martial Artist Rank 20, which are the elite classes from the Berserker and Brawler trees.
