Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition Complete Guide (210 Sections) | AntMag

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Welcome, adventurer, to the world of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition! This is a grand, traditional Japanese role-playing game where you'll embark on an epic quest as the Luminary, a young hero destined to defeat the Lord of Darkness. You'll explore a vibrant, colorful world, recruit a party of diverse companions, and engage in turn-based combat against a menagerie of classic Dragon Quest monsters. It's a journey filled with charm, humor, and a story that unfolds with classic JRPG pacing.

This guide is your companion for mastering every facet of the Luminary's journey. We'll help you navigate the sprawling world, uncover every secret, and overcome the toughest challenges, from formidable boss encounters to the intricate details of side quests. Whether you're aiming to achieve every Gold Medal, unlock all the game's endings, or simply want to ensure you don't miss a single treasure, this hub has the information you need to make your adventure through Erdrea truly legendary.

01 The People's Friend

Alright, let's get started on one of the very first quests you'll encounter in Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition, called 'The People's Friend'. It's super straightforward and a great way to get a feel for the game's quest system.

Walkthrough

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You'll find the man who gives you this quest just down the stairs from your home in Cobblestone. He's hard to miss!
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He'll explain that his son's Flurry Feather is stuck on the roof of your house's shed.
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Head back upstairs to your house and find the shed right next to it. You'll see some crates nearby.
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Use those crates to climb up onto the roof of the shed. Keep an eye out, as there's a Sparkly Spot up there – that's the Flurry Feather you're looking for!
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Once you've got the feather, hop back down to the ground.
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Return to the man and hand over the Flurry Feather to complete the quest.

Tips

This quest is pretty much unmissable. You'll likely stumble upon the man right after you leave your home for the first time.
The Flurry Feather is found in a Sparkly Spot, which are those shimmering points of light that often contain useful items. Always check them out!

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02 The Soldier and the Strategist

Hey there! Ready to tackle another quest in Dragon Quest XI S? This one, "The Soldier and the Strategist," is pretty straightforward and a nice way to get a little extra reward. Let's dive in!

Walkthrough

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Where to Start: First things first, you'll need to be in Heliodor. After you've made your way into the city, head towards the big stairs that lead up to the Royal Quarter. Look to the left of these stairs – you should spot a man standing there. That's your quest giver!
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The Task: Chat with him, and he'll tell you he's looking for a book that details the amazing deeds of the Kingdom's heroes. He'll suggest you try looking east of the town.
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Finding the Book: So, head out of the main area and make your way to the far east side of Heliodor. Keep an eye out for a house tucked away in the corner. Go inside this house, and you'll find a bookshelf. Interact with the bookshelf, and voilà! You'll find the book you're looking for.
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Returning the Book: Now that you've got the book, all that's left is to return it to the quest giver. Head back to where you found him (left of the Royal Quarter stairs) and hand over the book.

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Tips

Don't worry if you can't find the house immediately; just explore the eastern edge of Heliodor carefully. It's usually in a corner.
This quest is a great early-game boost, so it's definitely worth doing!

03 Amelia's in a Pickle!

Walkthrough

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Head outside the Inn in Heliodor. You'll find a young girl crying just outside, near the Item shop.
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Speak with her to learn that her cat is stuck on a nearby rooftop.
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Enter the Item shop. Inside, you'll find a ladder. Climb it to get onto the roof.
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The cat is on the roof to your right. Examine the kitty to rescue it.
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Drop back down and return to the girl to let her know you've saved her cat.

Tips

The cat is located on the roof of the Item shop.
Use the ladder inside the Item shop to access the roof.

04 It Takes Two to Tango

Alright, so you're looking to tackle quest number 4, 'It Takes Two to Tango,' in Dragon Quest XI S? It's a pretty straightforward one, and you'll snag a neat item for your trouble. We'll get you sorted!

Walkthrough

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First things first, after you make your escape from Heliodor, you'll find yourself in the Heliodorian Foothills. Keep an eye out for a Church there. Right outside it, leaning against a tree, is your quest giver. Head over and chat with him.
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He's got a bit of a request for you: he wants to see a specific Pep Power in action – 'The Real Decoy.' This is the only Pep Power you'll have access to that fits his needs at this point.
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Now, here's the tricky part, but don't worry, it's not too bad. To use a Pep Power, you need the right characters to be 'Pepped Up.' For 'The Real Decoy,' that means both Erik and the Hero need to be in that state. The easiest way to do this is to jump into a battle. What you want to do is take out all but one of the monsters in the enemy group. Then, just spend your turns defending. Keep defending until you see the tell-tale signs that both Erik and the Hero are 'Pepped Up' – you'll know it when you see it!
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Once both Erik and the Hero are Pepped Up, you'll notice a new option appears at the very top of your combat menu. Select 'Pep Powers,' and you should see 'The Real Decoy' listed. Go ahead and use it!
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With the Pep Power successfully used, all that's left is to head back to the man you met outside the Church in the Heliodorian Foothills. Speak to him again, and he'll be happy to complete the quest for you.

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