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Metaphor: ReFantazio

Hulkenberg Bond Guide and Answers

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Metaphor ReFantazio - Hulkenberg Bond Guide

Bond Guide for Hulkenberg in Metaphor: ReFantazio. Learn how to unlock Hulkenberg as a Follower, the best answers to raise their Bond Rank, all Bond Abilities, unlocked Archetypes, and more!

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Character Profile Best Builds Bond Guide

Hulkenberg Bond Overview

Profile and Start Date

Metaphor ReFantazio- Hulkenberg Icon Hulkenberg
Start Date 06/11
Location Honeybee Inn
Archetype Lineage

A roussainte lady knight met in Grand Trad. Once a member of the royal knights, she served the prince alongside Grius. Although the prince was formally declared dead, she believed that he survived the attack and searched for him alone.

Given her social status, she was called by her family name during her travels, which she has become completely accustomed to, to the point that she introduces herself that way.

Hulkenberg Answers

Best Choices

Rank Answers
▶ Sounds like a worthy opponent.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Are you okay?
▶ I'm good at staying versatile.
▶ Push me harder!
▶ This isn't like you.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ I'm used to it.
▶ Any option on all prompts.
▶ You'd risk your life?
▶ You've got this.
▶ I know you can do it.
▶ If only to witness your victory.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ You are a model knight.
▶ But it's not over yet.
▶ I'll forge our path forward.
▶ Any answer.
Final ▶ There was a surprise attack.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.
▶ Any answer.

Here are the best answers for all dialogue options in Hulkenberg's bond. Choosing these answers rewards you with 2500 MAG, so if you're farming for these, make sure to pick the best ones every time!

Dialogue Choices and Effects

How to Unlock Hulkenberg

Reach 06/11 and Defeat Undead Grius

Metaphor ReFantazio - Hulkenberg Scene

After defeating Undead Grius while progressing through 06/11, Strohl suggests that the party should head back to the Honeybee Inn, as Hulkenberg got hurt during the fight. Upon arrival, after Fabienne leaves to check on Maria, Hulkenberg will join the party, unlocking her bond at the same time.

Prologue Walkthrough Guide

Hulkenberg Final Chat Reward

Knight's Memorandum

Item Description
Knight's Memorandum Enhancement: A thick book containing 100 years worth of chivalric code. +5 Endurance when channelling the Knight Lineage.

The protagonist can receive the Knight's Memorandum from Hulkenberg during the final free time of the game. Do note that this can only be obtained by ranking Hulkenberg up to 8, so be sure to spend time with her as much as possible!

List of Key Items

Hulkenberg Follower Bonuses

Guard Duty & Special Guard Duty

Hulkenberg

Starting at Rank 2, Hulkenberg gains the signature ability Guard Duty, which allows her to defend the protagonist from incoming weakness attacks. This upgrades to Special Guard Duty at max rank!

Battle System Explained

Hulkenberg Rank Progression

Location and Pre-Requisites

Rank How to Unlock
Rank 1 Clear the Catacombs the first time and head back to Honeybee Inn.
Rank 2 Clear Regalith Grand Cathedral and then speak with her in the Hushed Honeybee Inn.
Rank 3 From 6/30, speak to her while traveling in the Gauntlet Runner.
Rank 4 Reach Rank 3 and speak to her in the afternoon.
Rank 5 Reach Rank 4 and speak to her while traveling in the Gauntlet Runner.
Rank 6 Speak to her while traveling in the Gauntlet Runner.
Rank 7 Speak with her on a free day. Requires Wisdom Rank 4.
Rank 8 Speak to her while traveling in the Gauntlet Runner.

Wisdom Virtue Guide

Hulkenberg Bond Abilities

All Bond Abilities and Rank Unlock

Rank Ability Description
1 Knight Archetype The party can now study the Knight.
2 Knight Enlightenment Reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
2 Guard Duty Hulkenberg may defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
3 Knight Archetype: Adept The party can now study the Magic Knight.
4 Scion's Skill (Knight) Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 2.
5 Knight Veneration Significantly reduces the MAG cost of studying the Knight Lineage.
5 Battle Aura (Knight) While in reserve, the amount of experience Hulkenberg gains increases.
6 Scion's Merit (Knight) Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 3.
6 Battle Hypnosis (Knight) While in reserve, Hulkenberg will gain experience at the normal rate.
7 Knight Archetype: Elite The party can now study the Paladin and Dark Knight.
8 Scion's Essence (Knight) Increases skill inheritance slots for the Knight Lineage to 4.
8 Special Guard Duty High probability for Hulkenberg to defend the protagonist from an attack on his weakness.
8 Grand Fantasy (Knight) Hulkenberg is ready to acquire a new Heroic Embodiment.

All Bond Rank Abilities List

Hulkenberg Unlocked Archetypes

Archetypes from the Knight Lineage

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