Reputation & Faction Quests

Build reputation and complete faction quests in Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r]. Gain unique abilities and items from Hollow Night factions.

Reputation & Faction Quests

While Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] is primarily a fighting game, the RPG elements introduce a robust Reputation and Faction Quest system that significantly impacts your progression, unlocks new abilities, and provides access to unique items. Building strong relationships with the various factions within the Hollow Night is crucial for maximizing your character's potential.

Understanding Reputation

Reputation is a numerical value associated with each major faction. As your reputation with a faction increases, you unlock new tiers of rewards, including exclusive quests, shop discounts, and powerful EXS Skills. Reputation is gained primarily through completing Faction Quests, but can also be influenced by certain dialogue choices and random events.

• Checking Reputation: Access the "Faction Overview" tab from the main menu. Here, you'll see your current reputation level with each faction, along with a progress bar indicating your proximity to the next tier.
• Reputation Tiers: Each faction typically has 5-7 reputation tiers, ranging from "Neutral" to "Revered." Higher tiers often require a significant investment of time and quest completion.
• Negative Reputation: Be aware that completing quests for one faction may sometimes negatively impact your reputation with a rival faction. Plan your questing carefully, especially in later chapters.

Major Factions and Their Benefits

There are three primary factions in Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r], each offering distinct advantages:

1. Licht Kreis

The vigilant organization dedicated to maintaining order within the Hollow Night. Aligning with Licht Kreis often involves confronting Voids and In-Births who disrupt the balance.

• Headquarters: Licht Kreis Command Center, accessible from the Central District after Chapter 2.
• Key Contact: Orie Ballardiae (initial quests), Waldstein (later quests).
• Reputation Rewards:
  • Tier 1 (Allied): Access to basic Licht Kreis Combat Gear (e.g., Standard Issue Blade, Licht Kreis Uniform).
  • Tier 3 (Trusted): Unlocks the EXS Skill: Guardian's Resolve (reduces damage taken by 10% for 15 seconds).
  • Tier 5 (Venerated): Significant discounts at the Licht Kreis Quartermaster and access to the powerful Holy Blade "Kagutsuchi".

2. Amnesia

A mysterious group with their own agenda regarding the Hollow Night, often operating in the shadows. Their quests tend to be more covert and involve information gathering or sabotage.

• Headquarters: Hidden Alleyway Den, located in the East Side Slums, discoverable after completing the "Whispers in the Dark" quest.
• Key Contact: Merkava (initial quests), Chaos (later quests).
• Reputation Rewards:
  • Tier 1 (Informant): Access to Amnesia Stealth Kit (e.g., Shadow Cloak, Silent Dagger).
  • Tier 3 (Agent): Unlocks the EXS Skill: Void's Embrace (grants temporary invisibility for 5 seconds, 60-second cooldown).
  • Tier 5 (Mastermind): Exclusive access to rare EXS Enhancers and the unique Amnesia Grimoire, which boosts all elemental damage by 15%.

3. Night Blade

A loose collective of independent In-Births and mercenaries who prioritize their own survival and freedom within the Hollow Night. Their quests often involve bounty hunting or resource acquisition.

• Headquarters: The Drunken Siren tavern in the Port District, available from the start of Chapter 1.
• Key Contact: Yuzuriha (initial quests), Byakuya (later quests).
• Reputation Rewards:
  • Tier 1 (Associate): Access to Night Blade Survival Pack (e.g., Sturdy Backpack, Healing Salve x3).
  • Tier 3 (Veteran): Unlocks the EXS Skill: Hunter's Instinct (increases critical hit chance by 5% for 20 seconds).
  • Tier 5 (Legend): Significant bonuses to Gained EXP and money from quests, and the powerful Blade of the Night, which has a chance to inflict Bleed on hit.

Faction Quest Walkthrough Examples

Licht Kreis Quest: "Purging the Aberration"

Objective: Eliminate the rampaging Void, Corrupted Golem, in the Abandoned Factory District.

1. Accept Quest: Speak to Orie Ballardiae at the Licht Kreis Command Center. She will provide a Void Tracking Device.
2. Locate Target: Travel to the Abandoned Factory District. Use the Void Tracking Device near the central processing plant to pinpoint the Corrupted Golem's location.
3. Combat Strategy: The Corrupted Golem is resistant to physical attacks. Focus on using EXS Skills that deal elemental damage. Its weak point is its glowing core, which becomes exposed after it performs its "Ground Slam" attack. Dodge the slam, then unleash your strongest elemental attacks on the core.
4. Report Back: Return to Orie Ballardiae.
5. Rewards: 500 Reputation with Licht Kreis, 1500 EXS, Licht Kreis Battle Gauntlets.

Amnesia Quest: "Stolen Secrets"

Objective: Infiltrate the Licht Kreis Archives and retrieve the "Project Chronos" Dossier.

1. Accept Quest: Speak to Merkava at the Hidden Alleyway Den. He will provide a Disguise Kit and a Cipher Key.
2. Infiltrate Archives: Use the Disguise Kit to enter the Licht Kreis Archives (located in the Central District, adjacent to the Command Center) undetected. Avoid direct confrontation with Licht Kreis guards; if detected, you will fail the quest and lose Amnesia reputation.
3. Locate Dossier: Navigate to the restricted section on the third floor. The "Project Chronos" Dossier is locked in a secure terminal. Use the Cipher Key to decrypt it.
4. Escape: Exit the archives without raising an alarm.
5. Report Back: Return to Merkava.
6. Rewards: 450 Reputation with Amnesia, 1200 EXS, Amnesia Data Chip (can be sold for a high price or used in crafting).

Night Blade Quest: "The Rogue In-Birth"

Objective: Track down and subdue the rogue In-Birth, "Crimson Fang" Kaito, hiding in the Old Sewer System.

1. Accept Quest: Speak to Yuzuriha at The Drunken Siren. She will provide a Bounty Hunter's Map.
2. Track Target: Use the Bounty Hunter's Map to navigate the winding Old Sewer System (entrance found in the Port District). Follow the bloodstains and discarded items to Kaito's hideout.
3. Combat Strategy: Kaito is a fast and aggressive opponent, specializing in close-range combat. Utilize parries and counter-attacks. He is vulnerable after his "Crimson Rush" attack, leaving him open for a brief period. Consider using Stun Grenades to create openings.
4. Subdue Target: Reduce Kaito's health to 10% or less. A prompt will appear to "Subdue" him. Do NOT defeat him outright, or the quest will fail.
5. Report Back: Return to Yuzuriha.
6. Rewards: 550 Reputation with Night Blade, 1800 EXS, Kaito's Gauntlets (boosts attack speed).

Maximizing Reputation Gain

• Daily Quests: Each faction offers a rotating set of daily quests, typically involving simple tasks like gathering specific items or defeating a certain number of Voids. These are excellent for consistent, albeit smaller, reputation gains.
• Event Quests: Keep an eye out for limited-time event quests that often grant significant reputation bonuses for specific factions. These are usually announced via in-game notifications.
• Dialogue Choices: Pay attention to dialogue options during main story missions and side quests. Certain choices can subtly increase or decrease your standing with factions.
• Faction-Specific Items: Some items, like the Licht Kreis Commendation Badge or Amnesia Intel Packet, can be turned in to their respective factions for a small reputation boost. These are often found as rare drops from specific enemies or hidden in chests.