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The Pauper Prince
Final Fantasy XV

The Pauper Prince

Follow this Final Fantasy XV walkthrough to complete the 'The Pauper Prince' quest, defeat Reapertails and Sabertusks, rescue Dave, and find the Blade of Brennaere.

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Follow this Final Fantasy XV walkthrough to complete the 'The Pauper Prince' quest, defeat Reapertails and Sabertusks, rescue Dave, and find the Blade of Brennaere.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Select the main quest “The Pauper Prince” via Menu - Quests.
  2. 2
    Head to the first map marker and defeat the Reapertails. Use a Greatsword for these slow enemies.
  3. 3
    Proceed to the second marker and defeat the Reapertails there.
  4. 4
    Go to the third marker and defeat the remaining Reapertails. Cindy will call and ask you to find Dave.
  5. 5
    Head south-west to a nearby shack. Inside, you'll find letters about a mutant Dualhorn called “Bloodhorn”.
  6. 6
    Before you can investigate further, you'll be ambushed by Sabertusks. Use a Greatsword due to the confined space, or lure them outside.
  7. 7
    After defeating the Sabertusks, head to the next shack. More Sabertusks will ambush you as you approach.
  8. 8
    Search the shack for documents.
  9. 9
    Ignis will instruct you to warp up to a nearby windmill for a tactical advantage. Get close enough to the windmill to get a button prompt, then hold Triangle/Y (ensure you are not locked onto an enemy).
  10. 10
    From the high vantage point, Warp Strike down onto the enemies below for extra damage.
  11. 11
    After defeating the enemies, Dave will appear from the shack. He thanks you and offers the hunt for the unique Dualhorn, “Bloodhorn”.
  12. 12
    When offered payment options, choose the one that gives 2 AP, as AP is harder to acquire than EXP. Dave will also give you a Magic Flask with a Fire spell.
  13. 13
    This ends “Hunter Becomes the Hunted” and begins “The Mutant Marauder”. Ignis will suggest resting at Merrioth Haven to the south-east.
  14. 14
    Before heading to the haven, turn north-west towards “The Three Valleys” area.
  15. 15
    Enter the middle, western-most valley. You will encounter Sabertusks and Daggerquills.
  16. 16
    For Sabertusks, a pre-emptive magic strike (they are weak to ice) can be effective.
  17. 17
    For Daggerquills, use Warp Strike to bring them down, then finish them conventionally, or counter their attacks.
  18. 18
    After clearing the valley, search for items: a Mineral Deposit on the south-eastern end, a Food Spot to the north, and a Treasure Spot to the west.
  19. 19
    The Treasure Spot to the west contains the **Blade of Brennaere**, a fire elemental Greatsword.
  20. 20
    Head to the north-western end of the valley and pass through an opening in the rocks.
  21. 21
    Continue north-west to find a dirt road. South-west of this road, near a ruined building, is a large pipe. (This leads to the Mystery Map V objective).
Tips
  • Use a Greatsword for its wide swings and heavy damage against groups of enemies like Reapertails and Sabertusks.
  • Warping to high points like the windmill allows for HP/MP recovery and a powerful Warp Strike opener.
  • Daggerquills are vulnerable to Warp Strikes and counter-attacks.
  • Sabertusks are weak to ice magic.
  • For exterminating the pests: 100 EXP
  • For rescuing Dave: 150 EXP, 2 AP, Magic Flask
  • Blade of Brennaere (found in a Treasure Spot)

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