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Metaphor: ReFantazio's expanding party: A guide to recruitment timing

Beyond the protagonist, seven companions will join your adventure in Metaphor: ReFantazio, each contributing unique combat skills. While Gallica is present from the outset, her combat participation is limited initially.

This guide details the precise day each party member joins, though be warned: reading ahead may reveal plot surprises.

Spoiler Alert: This article contains minor spoilers regarding party member recruitment in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Party Member Recruitment Schedule:

Each party member unlocks a unique Archetype, usable by other party members once acquired. Early recruits may be initially non-playable, unlike later members who awaken to their Archetype before their first combat appearance.

• Strohl (Warrior): Joins on June 5th during the Border Fort events, but his Archetype awakens the following day, June 6th, in the Nord Mines. Until then, he's AI-controlled.

• Grius: Joins after the Border Fort events, becoming battle-ready on June 6th. While summoning an Archetype on Grius is possible after Strohl's awakening, Grius doesn't undergo a traditional Archetype awakening.

• Hulkenberg (Knight): Interacts with the party from June 10th, fully joining and awakening her Archetype during the boss fight on June 11th.

• Heismay (Thief): Featured in Martira's free time events (mostly linear). He awakens and joins the party on July 4th within the town's main dungeon.

• Junah (Masked Dancer): Present throughout the game, Junah awakens and joins your party on August 13th.

• Eupha (Summoner): Eupha's recruitment is more flexible. Complete the Dragon Temple Dungeon anytime between August 19th and September 4th during Viraga Island's free time to recruit her for the final boss. Note that her Bond quest begins after this period.

• Basilio (Berserker): Awakens and joins during Saint's Day events on September 11th. Combat use is available the following day, if desired.