Ready to become a true Junior Bracer? Chapter 1 throws you into the heart of Liberl's mysteries, where stolen septium and dangerous monsters await your investigation. This isn't just another training exercise – you're about to tackle real cases that will test your combat skills and detective instincts. From the depths of Malga Mine to the treacherous Mistwald Forest, every quest shapes your journey as Estelle and Joshua prove their worth.
What Makes Chapter 1 Special?
Chapter 1 marks your transition from novice to active Bracer, introducing complex investigations and meaningful choices. You'll manage multiple objectives while exploring Rolent's surrounding areas, each packed with secrets and challenges.
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Starting Your Bracer Career in Rolent
Your adventure kicks off at the Rolent Bracer Guild where Aina assigns your first real case. After meeting with Scherazard at the Abend Bar, you'll receive the septium theft investigation – but don't rush out just yet.
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Always check the bulletin board before leaving town. Accepting all available side quests now saves you multiple trips later.
The three initial side quests available are:
- Find the Lost Cat (Principality)
- Medical Supplies Delivery
- Monster Extermination: Milch Main Road
Optimizing Your Quest Route
Smart Bracers plan their routes efficiently. Since you'll visit Malga Mine for the main quest anyway, grab the medical supplies delivery quest to complete both simultaneously.
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The Stolen Septium Investigation
Your first major case takes you beyond Rolent's walls to investigate theft at the local mine. This quest introduces you to dungeon exploration and your first human boss encounter.
Navigating the Malga Trail
Exit Rolent through the east gate to reach Malga Trail. This area serves as your combat training ground – don't just rush through.
Essential Combat Tips:
- Target Flying Felines and Lily Movers for experience
- Use Estelle's Comet craft against grouped enemies
- Save EP for tougher encounters ahead
Treasure Locations on Malga Trail:
- South Fork Path: Teara Balm (healing item)
- Main Path Branch: 100 Mira (always useful)
Conquering Malga Mine
Once you reach the mine, speak with Foreman Gaton to gain access. The mine's 3rd level holds both treasure and thieves.
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The mine's enemies can overwhelm you if you're not careful. Killer Crabs and Flying Felines often attack in groups.
Critical Mine Treasures:
- Attack 1 Quartz: West from elevator (equip immediately!)
- Reviving Balm: North path from intersection
Defeating the Sky Bandits
Your first boss battle features Josette, Kyle, and Don – three distinct opponents requiring tactical thinking.
Winning Strategy:
- Focus fire on Josette first (low health, ranged attacks)
- Target Don second (moderate threat)
- Finish Kyle last (highest durability)
Use your strongest Crafts and don't worry about conserving EP – this fight determines your reputation as a Bracer.
Mastering Chapter 1 Side Quests
Side quests aren't just busy work – they provide essential BP, Mira, and equipment upgrades that make later challenges manageable.
Finding Principality (The Lost Cat)
Mirano's missing cat creates your first investigation puzzle. Head to Rolent's central clock tower and climb the stairs to find Principality on the ledge.
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This quest teaches you to explore vertical spaces – a skill you'll need throughout the series.
Medical Supplies Delivery Efficiency
Combine this quest with your Malga Mine investigation for maximum efficiency. Collect supplies from Father Divine at Rolent Chapel, then deliver them to Foreman Gaton during your main quest.
Monster Extermination on Elize Highway
This quest unlocks after completing the mine investigation. Exit Rolent through the south gate to find Rhino Saurus monsters blocking the highway.
Combat Strategy:
- Arts work better than physical attacks against their high defense
- Target one monster at a time to avoid being overwhelmed
- Keep healing items ready – these enemies hit hard
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The Mayor's Emergency Request
With the mine case closed, Mayor Klaus presents an urgent situation: missing children and a dangerous monster in Mistwald Forest.
Surviving Mistwald Forest
The forest's fog creates navigation challenges, but small glowing flowers guide your path. Pay attention to these natural markers to avoid getting lost.
Mistwald Treasure Hunt:
- Eastern Path: EP Charge (first area)
- Western Route: Fend 1 Quartz (second area)
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The forest's layout seems confusing, but following the flower trail always leads to your destination.
Defeating the Forest Mist Boss
This boss battle tests everything you've learned about Arts usage and turn management.
Victory Strategy:
- Use Joshua's Flicker craft to delay the boss's turns
- Maintain high HP – the Forest Mist's poison attacks are deadly
- Fire-based Arts deal extra damage if available
- Focus on single-target Crafts for maximum impact
Preparing for Chapter 2
Your Chapter 1 performance sets the foundation for future success. High BP totals unlock better equipment and story branches in later chapters.
Pre-Chapter 2 Checklist:
- Complete all available side quests
- Collect every treasure chest
- Reach at least level 8 with both characters
- Stock up on healing items
Chapter 1 transforms you from trainee to competent Bracer, introducing the investigation mechanics and combat complexity that define the entire series. Master these fundamentals now, and you'll tackle future challenges with confidence.