Metaphor ReFantazio: Complete Guide to Heismay Follower Answers for Maximum MAG

Key Takeaways:

1. Maximize MAG gain for powerful Archetype and Skill unlocks by choosing the optimal answers in each bond rank conversation.
2. Heismay’s bond storyline explores deep village struggles and personal growth, requiring specific character levels and choices.
3. Preparation for conversations, such as raising Eloquence and Imagination levels, ensures seamless progress through Heismay’s journey.

Unlocking the full potential of Heismay’s Follower bond in Metaphor ReFantazio isn’t just about gaining MAG; it’s about diving deep into the heartfelt struggles of Heismay and his village. Following this guide will ensure you make the right choices to maximize your MAG, which is essential for acquiring new Archetypes and Inherited Skills. Each bond rank offers specific answer choices that yield different MAG levels, and selecting the best responses will allow you to progress faster and achieve powerful upgrades.

Let’s go through each step in Heismay’s Follower bond progression, covering how to initiate the bond, the required levels, and the optimal answers for each conversation.

Starting Heismay’s Follower Bond

To begin Heismay’s Follower bond, you must complete the Apprehend the Real Kidnapper quest in Martira. Once cleared, you’ll automatically gain Heismay as a Follower. Unlike some other characters, there’s no deadline you can initiate his bond immediately post-dungeon. However, you must have Eloquence level 2 to start, which you can quickly achieve by following a royal virtues guide. For Rank 7, an Imagination level of 4 is also needed, so it’s wise to prepare for this in advance.

Heismay Follower Bond Rank Answers

Each rank in Heismay’s bond journey has distinct options to choose from, each affecting the MAG reward. Here’s a breakdown by rank:

Rank 2 Answers

In this initial rank, you’re free to choose any response, as all options yield MAG. Use this as an opportunity to understand Heismay’s character better.

1. “You were careless”
   • Answer: Any choice (+1 MAG)
2. “Apologies. I shouldn’t be talking to you about this”
   • Answer: Any choice (+2 MAG)
3. “I can’t put that burden on you”
   • Answer: Any choice (+3 MAG)

Rank 3 Answers

1. “Hard enough for a boy his age to fit in”
   • Answer: “Shall we look somewhere else?” (+1 MAG)
2. “I can feel them eyeing us from the shadows”
   • Answer: “Well, he’d not be lonely” (+2 MAG)
3. “I’d like to look at other locations if you don’t mind”
   • Answer: “No problem” (+2 MAG)
4. “You’ve already done more than enough for me…”
   • Answer: “But it is my concern” (+3 MAG)
5. “But… I know ‘tis just empty fantasy”
   • Answer: “Are you okay?” (+2 MAG)
6. “A wind blows in my home, sweeter than any I’ve known”
   • Answer: “Let’s go already” (+3 MAG)

Rank 4 Answers

1. “You might feel some hostility in the air”
   • Answer: “I don’t mind” (+2 MAG)
2. “…and of course I’d go whinging to Tadari about it”
   • Answer: Any choice (+1 MAG)
3. “Tadari was just too afraid to use him”
   • Answer: Any choice (+3 MAG)

Rank 5 Answers

This rank’s conversation takes place on the Gauntlet Runner, so be sure you’re on board before initiating it.

1. “That’s not their leader’s fault”
   • Answer: “Is that why you left?” (+1 MAG)
2. “While I simply ran away, he took a role of leadership, determined to bring honorable change to our village”
   • Answer: “There’s nobility in that” (+2 MAG)
3. “How can I call myself a father!?”
   • Answer: Any choice (+3 MAG)
4. “My apologies for all you’ve been made to endure”
   • Answer: Any choice (+3 MAG)

Rank 6 Answers

1. “Which means our culprit must have…”
   • Answer: “Taken it out of the village” (+2 MAG)
2. “…And the bones inside are safe too”
   • Answer: “Just as you deduced!” (+3 MAG)
3. “One that grows poorer and more isolated by the day…?”
   • Answer: “Let’s talk to them” (+2 MAG)

Rank 7 Answers

This rank requires Imagination level 4 due to the storyline’s complexity, as Heismay embarks on another journey.

1. “The people of other lands won’t accept us”
   • Answer: Any choice (+2 MAG)
2. “That’s why we must weave our new hope, one step at a time”
   • Answer: Any choice (+3 MAG)

Rank 8 Answers

The final rank is accessible only when the Gauntlet Runner is in transit, setting the stage for a poignant conversation.

1. “…I wondered if you’d notice”
   • Answer: Any choice (+2 MAG)
2. “I will fight with my son at my side, and in my heart”
   • Answer: “I’m sure he’d want that” or “That day is fast approaching” (+4 MAG)
3. “But it was that experience that brought me to my decision”
   • Answer: “I’m honored” (+2 MAG)
4. “And I will see them protected, even should it cost me my life”
   • Answer: “I won’t let anyone die” (+4 MAG)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is MAG important in Heismay’s Follower bond? MAG is crucial for unlocking Archetypes and Inherited Skills, allowing you to enhance your characters and progress through Metaphor ReFantazio with powerful abilities.

Q: What are the requirements to start Heismay’s Follower bond? Complete the Apprehend the Real Kidnapper quest in Martira and ensure your Eloquence level is at 2. For Rank 7, Imagination level 4 is required.

Q: Are the answers in each rank necessary to complete Heismay’s bond? While it’s possible to complete the bond with varied answers, choosing the optimal responses ensures you gain the most MAG, essential for higher-level Archetypes.

Q: Can I miss a bond rank or start the conversation later? Yes, but delaying conversations might hinder your MAG gain and progression, especially if you aim for certain Archetypes early.