Crafting Recipes

Learn all about crafting recipes in Tales of Xillia 2! Discover ingredients, acquisition methods, and the effects of each dish to help you on your journey.

Hey there! So you're diving into the world of Tales of Xillia 2 and want to get a handle on crafting, huh? It's a super useful mechanic, and knowing your recipes can really make a difference. Think of it like cooking up some extra buffs or healing items right when you need them. This guide is going to walk you through all the recipes you can learn. You'll find out what ingredients you need, how to get them, and most importantly, what cool effects each dish has. We'll cover everything from basic HP and TP recovery to status effect cures and even stat boosts! How to Craft Crafting in Xillia 2 is pretty straightforward. You'll need to find recipes, which are often taught by special NPCs called "Wonder Chefs" scattered throughout the world. Keep an eye out for them in towns and on the world map. Sometimes, you'll even get recipes as part of the story or by talking to specific characters at certain points. Once you have a recipe and the ingredients, you can craft at any shop or inn. Just head to the crafting menu, select the recipe, and if you have everything, you'll whip up the dish! Understanding the Recipes We've put together a table below that breaks down each recipe. You'll see: * Recipe Name: What the dish is called. * Base Ingredients: The core items you need. * Additional Ingredients: Extra items that might be required. * Acquisition Method + Effects: How you learn the recipe and what it does when you eat it. Pay close attention to the effects! Some recipes are great for general healing, while others are key for curing specific status ailments like Poison or Paralysis. There are even some that give you temporary stat boosts, which can be a lifesaver in tough fights. Important Notes: * Ingredient Gathering: Make sure you're always picking up items you find. You never know when they'll be needed for a recipe! * Wonder Chefs: Don't miss them! They're your main source for learning new recipes. * Story Progression: Some recipes are tied to story events, so keep playing and exploring. Let's get to the good stuff – the recipes themselves! | Recipe Name | Base Ingredients | Additional Ingredients | Acquisition Method + Effects | |---|---|---|---| | Sandwich | 1x Bread | 1x Beef, 1x Greens, 1x Lemon, 1x Cucumber | Event: story. Restores a small amount of HP. | | Risotto | 1x Rice, 1x Cheese | 1x Milk, 1x Onion, 1x Mushroom, 1x Carrot | Wonder Chef: Hima. Restores a small amount of HP. | | Ramen | 1x Panyon, 1x Black Satay, 1x Seaweed | 1x Beef | Wonder Chef: Mizuho. Restores a moderate amount of HP. | | Spaghetti | 1x Noodles, 1x Onion, 1x Tomato | - | Wonder Chef: Altamira. Restores a large amount of HP. | | Cabbage Roll | 1x Cabbage, 1x Pork | 1x Onion, 1x Mushroom, 1x Cheese | Wonder Chef: Triet. Restores a small amount of TP. | | Fruit Cocktail | 2x any fruit | 3x any fruit | Wonder Chef: Meltokio. Restores a small amount of TP. | | Tenderloin | 1x Meat, 1x Onion, 1x Tomato | - | Wonder Chef: Ozette. Restores a moderate amount of TP. | | Shortcake | 1x any fruit, 1x Egg, 1x Milk | 1x any fruit | Wonder Chef: Exire. Restores a large amount of TP. | | Rice Ball | 1x Rice | 1x Beef, 1x Seaweed, 1x White Satay | Wonder Chef: Izoold. Restores a small amount of HP and TP. | | Fried Rice | 1x Rice, 1x Egg | 1x Beef, 1x Bell Pepper, 1x Carrot, 1x Black Satay | Wonder Chef: Sybak. Restores a small amount of HP and TP. | | Curry | 1x Rice, 1x Onion, 1x Red Satay | 1x Beef, 1x Potato, 1x Carrot, 1x Mushroom | Event: talk to Tabatha at Altessa's House after Presea rejoins the party. Restores a moderate amount of HP and TP. | | Miso Stew | 1x Miso, 1x Kelp, 1x Egg | 1x Beef, 1x Radish, 1x Kunjac | Wonder Chef: Dirk's House. Restores a large amount of HP and TP. | | Omelet | 1x Rice, 1x Egg | 1x Onion, 1x Beef, 1x Lemon, 1x Cheese | Wonder Chef: Palmacosta. Cures Poison. | | Steak | 1x Meat, 1x Onion | 1x Carrot, 1x Cheese, 1x Rice, 1x Black Satay | Wonder Chef: Meltokio. Cures Paralysis. | | Quiche | 1x Egg, 1x Meat | 1x Shrimp | Wonder Chef: Flanoir. Cures Curse. | | Cream Stew | 1x Milk, 1x Onion, 1x Carrot | 1x Beef, 1x Potato | Wonder Chef: Heimdall. Cures all status effects. | | Meat Stew | 1x Meat, 1x Kelp | 1x Radish, 1x Tofu, 1x Carrot, 1x Noodles | Wonder Chef: Asgard. Restores a small amount of HP and increases attack. | | Seafood Stew | 1x Fish, 1x Kelp | 1x Radish, 1x Tofu, 1x Carrot | Wonder Chef: Luin. Restores a small amount of TP and increases defense. | | Gratin | 1x Milk, 1x Onion, 1x Potato | 1x Cheese, 1x Shrimp | Wonder Chef: Yormgen. Restores a moderate amount of HP and increases defense. | Remember, this list is for *Tales of Symphonia*. While Tales of Xillia 2 has its own crafting system, the core idea of collecting ingredients and learning recipes is similar! Keep an eye out for how these mechanics translate over. Happy crafting!