Metaphor ReFantazio Guide: How To Unlock Summoner Archetype

Getting your hands on the powerful Summoner Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio opens up some incredibly versatile combat options. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about unlocking this unique class and making the most of its abilities.

Metaphor ReFantazio Summoner Archetype Overview

Category	Details
Base Skills	• Summon Eagle Lion (Heavy Wind damage + Attack debuff) • Summon Noctiluca (Status cure + HP regeneration)
Weaknesses & Resistances	• Weak to Ice • Blocks Dark attacks
Hero Passive	Prevents enemy advantages in overworld combat

Synthesis Skills Table

Skill Name	Party Requirements	Effects
Summon Lizardman	Knight/Healer/Commander	• Extreme Electric damage • Defense debuff (3 turns)
Summon Dragon God	Mage/Masked Dancer/Summoner	• Severe Fire damage • Removes all buffs
Summon Eagle Lion King	Seeker/Mage/Healer	• Extreme Wind damage • Major Attack debuff
Summon Undead King	Thief/Faker/Merchant	• Severe Dark damage • Chance of instant kill
Summon Guptauros King	Warrior/Brawler/Berserker	• Multi-hit Strike damage (1-3 hits)

How to Unlock the Summoner Archetype in Metaphor ReFantazio

To unlock the Summoner Archetype, you’ll need to:

1. Build your relationship with Eupha to Bond Rank 1
2. Have 8,250 MAG ready (this cost can be lower based on your Bond Rank)
3. Master two prerequisite Archetypes:
   • Seeker (Rank 15)
   • Faker (Rank 10)

The unlock process begins after you save Princess Eupha and defeat the Dragon God. Head back to the Village, where you’ll find her standing by the Inn Well. This triggers a conversation where Edeni suggests Eupha attempt the Trial of Malnova in the Land of Ceremony.

The Trial of Malnova Quest

This quest is crucial for unlocking the Summoner Archetype. Here’s how to complete it:

Preparing for the Trial

• Talk to Edeni about changing the weather (optional)
• Weather effects:
  • Changed weather: Extra press turns when hitting weaknesses
  • Default weather: More EXP and A-EXP but tougher battles

How to Beat Homo Pento in Metaphor ReFantazio (Level 50 Boss)

Facing Homo Pento presents one of the most challenging yet strategic battles in your journey to unlock the Summoner Archetype. The boss comes equipped with clear weaknesses to Fire and Light damage, while completely repelling any Wind-based attacks. What makes this battle particularly interesting is that Homo Pento doesn’t fight alone – it summons a Knight Skeleton to aid it in combat, forcing you to manage multiple threats simultaneously.

Your success in this battle largely depends on your ability to utilize multi-target Fire skills effectively. Junah proves invaluable here, as her Crimson Flame ability can target both enemies while dealing substantial magic damage. When Eupha joins the fray, her Synthesis Summon Dragon God ability becomes your ace in the hole, not only dealing severe Fire damage to all enemies but also stripping away any protective buffs they might have accumulated.

However, you’ll need to exercise caution when Homo Pento uses its Curse Chant ability. This dangerous skill applies a Hex effect that can turn your own attacks against you. When you notice the boss preparing this ability, it’s crucial to hold back your attacks until the effect wears off. Timing your strikes between these curse phases while maintaining consistent damage output becomes the key to victory.

Upon completing the battle, you’ll receive substantial rewards including 3,600 EXP, 1,080 A-EXP, 2,000 Money, 2,000 MAG, along with both the Talisman of the Night and Talisman of the Wargod. These items prove essential as you begin your journey into mastering the Summoner Archetype.

Remember, there’s no time limit on the Trial of Malnova quest, so feel free to tackle it when you’re ready. The Summoner Archetype’s versatility makes it worth the effort to unlock, especially if you enjoy strategic combat with multiple options for different situations.