Follow this Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age walkthrough to spread rumors about Basch in Bhujerba, explore the city, and prepare to meet Marquis Ondore.
Walkthrough
- 1Spread Rumors: Run around Bhujerba and press [Square] near groups of people to spread rumors about Basch. Focus on shops for higher concentrations of people. If you see people holding clipboards, spreading rumors near them will significantly boost your Notoriety gauge. Avoid causing a ruckus near Bhujerban Sainikah, as they can hinder your progress. Continue until you've made enough noise to be asked to accompany strangers.
- 2Explore Bhujerba: After the cutscenes, you'll be in The Cloudborne tavern. You can talk to patrons here. Check the Notice Board to pick up the Hunt "Marauder in the Mines" (target: Nidhogg), but you don't need to complete it immediately.
- 3Cloudborne Row & Kaff Terrace: Exit the tavern and explore Cloudborne Row. In the southeastern area, Kaff Terrace (east of Miner's End), you'll find NPCs but little else of interest.
- 4Khus Skygrounds: Head west of Travica Way to Khus Skygrounds. Here you'll find more NPCs and a Street Vendor selling expanded basic curatives like Chronos Tears, Gold Needles, Prince's Kisses, and Handkerchiefs.
- 5Shop Updates: Many stores now have new inventory: Rithil's Protectives sells tier 3 armor, Targe's Arms sells tier 2 and 3 weapons, and Mait's Magicks sells new spells: Raise (White Magick 4), Aqua (Black Magick 3), and Disable (Time Magick 2). Consider purchasing these or hunting in Lhusu Mines for money.
- 6Meet Marquis Ondore: When ready, return to Travica Way and head north. Approach the Bhujerban Sainikah blocking the road near Rithil's Protectives; they will let you pass. Ensure you are prepared to leave Bhujerba, as you cannot return immediately after this.
- 7Audience with Ondore: After speaking with the guards, you will meet Marquis Ondore. A series of cutscenes will play, involving political discussions and Vaan's continued attempts to rescue Penelo. The sequence concludes with you leaving Bhujerba.
Tips
- Spreading rumors near people with clipboards offers the biggest boost to your Notoriety gauge.
- The Hunt "Marauder in the Mines" can be postponed; you'll have opportunities to return to it later.
- Stock up on new gear and spells from the shops in Bhujerba, especially if you plan to tackle the "Marauder in the Mines" hunt soon.
- Be absolutely sure you are ready to progress the story before confirming with the guards to meet Marquis Ondore, as you will leave Bhujerba immediately after.
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