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Essential Tips: Prologue 2
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition

Essential Tips: Prologue 2

Discover essential tips for Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition. Learn about saving, Draconian Mode, crafting, Pep Powers, and more to enhance your adventure.

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Discover essential tips for Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age — Definitive Edition. Learn about saving, Draconian Mode, crafting, Pep Powers, and more to enhance your adventure.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Save regularly! The game auto-saves upon transitioning to new areas, but also make use of saving at churches and after screen transitions in the field for extra safety.
  2. 2
    Use Draconian Mode only if experienced. While some modifiers like increased enemy levels can be fun, others like 'No Armor' are best saved for a second playthrough.
  3. 3
    Buy only what you need. Focus on a character's playstyle and purchase weapons that suit it. For example, don't buy shields for a Greatsword-wielding Hero.
  4. 4
    Save Pep Powers for when needed. If a character enters the Pep state, they can be removed from the party and retain that state, which is useful for quests requiring multiple Pepped-up characters.
  5. 5
    Make a beeline for Hustle Dance. This powerful healing skill for Sylvando is found in the Showmanship category and is a crucial early-game healing source.
  6. 6
    Make use of Crafting. Find recipe books to craft and upgrade equipment, which is an excellent way to get better gear and save money. You can also reforge weapons to increase their effectiveness.
  7. 7
    Talk to everyone! NPCs offer useful information and dialogue throughout your adventure.
Tips
  • Save Regularly! Dragon Quest XI is lenient with auto-saves upon area transitions, but manual saves at churches and after field screen transitions provide extra security.
  • Only use Draconian Mode if you’re experienced! Modifiers like 'No Armor' are best reserved for subsequent playthroughs.
  • Only buy what you need! Prioritize weapons that align with a character's chosen playstyle to avoid wasting money.
  • Save your Pep Powers for when you need it! Removing a Pepped-up character from the party preserves their state for strategic use.
  • Make a beeline for Hustle Dance! This Showmanship skill for Sylvando is a vital early-game healing ability.
  • Make use of Crafting! Crafting equipment from recipe books provides upgrades and saves money, with the ability to reforge weapons for enhanced power.
  • Talk to everyone! NPCs provide valuable insights and dialogue throughout your journey.

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