When Do All Characters Join in Metaphor: ReFantazio?

Each Party Member & When They Join in Metaphor: ReFantazio

In Metaphor: ReFantazio, aside from the protagonist, you'll have the opportunity to recruit seven additional party members, each bringing their unique abilities to the combat system. Gallica joins early but won't fully participate in battles like the others. Each party member joins on specific days tied to story events, and knowing these dates can enhance your gameplay experience. Be aware, this information might contain slight spoilers.

Each party member will awaken to their own Archetype, which can then be utilized by any other party member. At the start, some members join but can't be controlled immediately. However, this changes as the game progresses, and they awaken to their Archetypes before joining combat.

Storhl - Warrior

Storhl joins the protagonist early on 6/5 during the events at the Border Fort. Initially, he'll be AI-controlled and won't awaken to his Archetype until the next day, 6/6, at the Nord Mines. Once awakened, he becomes a fully controllable party member.

Grius

Grius becomes part of the team post the Border Fort events but doesn't engage in battles until 6/6. After Storhl's awakening, you can assign an Archetype to Grius, making him a regular party member, though he won't experience an awakening like others.

Hulkenberg - Knight

Hulkenberg begins interacting with the party on 6/10 but doesn't awaken to her Archetype and officially join until the boss fight on 6/11.

Heismay - Thief

Heismay is your focus during free time in Martira, with his section being mostly on-rails. You'll witness his awakening and subsequent joining of the party on 7/4 as you enter the main dungeon of the town.

Junah - Masked Dancer

Junah appears throughout the game but doesn't join your party until her awakening on 8/13.

Eupha - Summoner

Eupha offers more flexibility in joining. During your free time on Viraga Island, between 8/19-9/4, you can complete the Dragon Temple Dungeon. Eupha joins the party for the final boss on the day you complete this dungeon, though her Bond can only be initiated after the deadline.

Basilio - Berserker

Basilio awakens and joins the party during the Saint's Day events on 9/11. However, you won't be able to use him in combat until the following day, should you choose to do so.

This guide provides a clear timeline for when each party member joins and awakens to their Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio, helping you plan your journey and combat strategy effectively.