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Chapter 1: Encounters
Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Chapter 1: Encounters

Follow this Xenoblade Chronicles 2 walkthrough for Chapter 1: Encounters, covering the initial battle, navigating Argentum Trade Guild, and completing the 'Big Job Preparations' quest.

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Follow this Xenoblade Chronicles 2 walkthrough for Chapter 1: Encounters, covering the initial battle, navigating Argentum Trade Guild, and completing the 'Big Job Preparations' quest.

The game begins by immediately thrusting you into combat. To initiate a battle, press the A button. Once in battle, stand still to build up your Arts. After landing six hits, your first Art will be charged. Using this Art is not mandatory but will expedite the fight. After the battle, you will sail to port.

Upon arriving at Argentum Trade Guild, proceed to the Central Exchange. Use the compass or map to navigate there, as it's located at the center of the ship. Speak with Melolo to advance the story. After the conversation, move a short distance away from the Central Exchange to trigger the next scene. You will be summoned to Chairman Bana's office, located upstairs. After this, you will receive 100,000G. Return to Goldmouth Return Port to report to Gramps. Upon completing this, you will receive your first quest, "Big Job Preparations." Setting it as your active quest will enable the compass to guide you through its steps.

Walkthrough
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    Big Job Preparations
    • Reward: 40 EXP, 0 SP, x3 Braised Cloud Sea Shark, x1 Silver Cylinder, x3 Normal Cylinder
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    Objectives:
    • 1. Buy an Abyss Vest at Shynini's Accessories (5,000G).
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    2. Talk to Melolo at the Central Exchange.
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    3. Speak with Max the courier (underneath Bana's office).
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    4. Speak with Rurui, who is waiting on the Salvage Deck.
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    5. Salvage at the Salvage Point on the Salvage Deck.
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    6. Report back to Rurui on the Salvage Deck.
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    7. Head to the third floor and buy food supplies at Fishy Fishy (from Kitoto).
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    Rest at the Inn: Head to the inn and speak to Utoto to rest. This allows you to use accumulated bonus experience (gained from quests and discoveries) for leveling up.
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    Meet New Characters: Head to the Maelstrom and talk to Spraine to board. On the entry deck, speak with Nia and Dromarch. Climb the stairs behind them, turn left, and pass through the doors to speak with Jin. Return to the main deck, climb the stairs, and speak with Malos and Sever.
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    Prepare for Duty: Explore the ship if desired. When ready, climb the stairs on the main deck to the watchtower and speak with Monell to begin your shift. After this, you are free to explore again. Before heading to the entry deck, collect the treasure chest in the end bedroom (contains gold and a Rush Hour accessory).
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    Form Your Party: Head down to the main deck. You will have the choice to add Nia, Malos, or Jin to your party. Note that you can only control Rex at this time.
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    Ancient Ship: This is a unique area. The guide will help you explore it thoroughly to avoid missing anything.
Tips
  • Equip the Abyss Vest immediately after purchasing it.
  • When salvaging, press the button prompt as close to the inner ring as possible. Button prompts and speed may vary at different salvage points.
  • If enemies appear during salvaging, you will typically need to defeat them before accessing any chests.
  • The answer you give to Rurui after salvaging does not affect the outcome; you will receive Normal Cylinders regardless.
  • Bonus experience is optional and can be used at inns when resting.
  • The treasure chest in the end bedroom before heading to the entry deck is missable.

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