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InXenoblade Chronicles 3, combat relies heavily on party composition, the careful mix-and-matching of Heroes according to their unique roles: Attacker, Healer, or Defender. While many Attackers and Healers can be recruited throughout the journey in Aionios, only four new Defenders can be invited into the group after the two permanent ones, Mio and Lanz.
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Fearsome foes await the player on their journey to liberate colonies and uncover the true enemy behind the Keves-Agnus war. As such, the added knowledge and experience brought by the game’s few additional Defenders can be vital to success. Here’s how to get each of them, as well as some details of their unique Classes and how to use them in thisepic, secret-packed adventure.
Zeon: Guardian Commander
Zeon is Colony 9’s latest commander throughout the game’s main story, replacing the previous one after the protagonists’ defection into Ouroboros. A steadfast warrior who strives to protect his people at all costs,Zeon’s the first Hero who is recruitedoutside the primary quest line.
Recruitment
Requirement:Chapter 3 progression
After liberating Colony 30 by completing the Hero Quest “The Kind Right Hand,”fans need to gather various pieces of Information (denoted by an “i” marker on NPCs) around the settlement. Eventually, they’ll come across one titled “Colony 9 Lately.”
Discussing this with allies at a Rest Spot causes the subsequent Hero Quest, “Where The Heart Is,” to start. Players will simply need to complete this quest to recruit Zeon into their party.
Class unlocked: Guardian Commander
These are the skills inherited as a Guardian Commander:
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Ashera: Lone Exile
A feared Defender within Keves' military ranks, Ashera is Colony 11’s mighty commander. She’s a particular powerhouse at close range, delivering hefty blows (almost likea formidable Attacker) while also taking the heat off her allies by attracting the attention of nearby foes toward her. Her commanding performance on the battlefield has earned her the nickname “Undying Blade Ashera.”
Requirement:Chapter 4 progression
At the North side of Syra Hovering Reefs, the party will reach the entrance to Colony 11. There will bea question marker (“?”) in front of it. Approach it, and Ashera will appear, prompting you to accept “The Wrath of Ashera” Hero Quest. Complete the quest, and Ashera will then join the team permanently.
Class unlocked: Lone Exile
Characters will be able to use these Class Skills as a Lone Exile:
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Monica: Lost Vanguard
The leader of the Lost Numbers at Swordmarch, Monica is a strong, authoritative figure who inspires her staunch followers. She is also the daughter of Guernica Vandham, the deceased man who helped the player against Moebius D at the start of the game. Monica’s unyielding spirit and undying resolve are integral to the team’s efforts in defeating Moebius once and for all, and she’ll certainly help them throughthe title’s trickier chapters.
Requirement:Chapter 5 progression
Inside the City in Swordmarch, the player must gather Information from all relevant NPCs. Discuss it all at a Rest Spot, leading to the topic of “Guernica Vandham.” TheHero Quest “Vandham’s Heir” will then begin. Complete it to prompt Monica to join your group.
Class unlocked: Lost Vanguard
As a Lost Vanguard, team members will be able to use these class skills:
Ino: Noponic Champion
Ino is a surprise Artificial Blade who isintroduced into the game after downloading DLC Vol. 2 from the Expansion Pass. She is the creation of the Nopon, Oosoo, who intends to elect her as Nopon’s champion in Aionios. A nimble, humanoid fighter, Ino becomes more formidable as a battle rages on.
Requirement:Chapter 3 progression, and the DLC Hero Quest, “Champion of the Nopon,” unlocked via DLC Vol. 2 of the Expansion Pass.
Fans must first ensure that Ino’sin-game content has been downloaded from the DLC Vol. 2 pack, given to the game’s Expansion Pass owners. TheHero Quest “Champion of the Nopon”, will immediately kick off. On completing it, they can welcome Ino into the party.
Class unlocked: Noponic Champion
The Noponic Champion role allows the player to use these unique class skills:
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