This page contains information for completing the Sidequest A Better Absorb Shield in Final Fantasy XV (FFXV, FF15). Read on for more information about the Sidequest and our strategies for completing it!
List of Contents
Requester | Recommended Level |
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Cid | - |
Location | Hammerhead |
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Unlock Condition | Obtain Absorb Shield, and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic" sidequest. |
Clear Condition | Collect a Spiked Armor and deliver it to Cid to upgrade the weapon. |
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Reward | 800 EXP Absorb Shield II |
Speak with Cid to begin this sidequest. He will help you upgrade your weapon, but you need to find the item that he is asking.
Go to Cauthess Rest Area, and speak with the Tipster to start the hunt Hammer the Cannibals. Then, follow the marked location to find Skarnbulettes. Defeat them to get Spiked Armor.
Skarnbulettes are weak to Shields and Machinery. Make sure to equip those kinds of weapons before engaging with Skarnbulettes.
Talk to Cid by returning to Hammerhead. Hand over the Spiked Armor to upgrade the Absorb Shield and complete the sidequest.
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