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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Story Explained
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will have you set your journey in the rich world of Aionios, where you will put an end to the vicious cycle of violence between two opposing nations at war. Read on to learn more about the world of Aionios and the ongoing conflicts between the two nations.

Where Does Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Take Place?

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Takes Place in Aionios

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Where Does Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Take Place
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 takes place in the rich world of Aionios, where two nations—Keves and Agnus—are at war together. The story will revolve around the conflict between the two nations and how our protagonists will end this vicious cycle of death and dismay.

Who Are the Protagonists?

Soldiers Fighting for Their Country

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Who Are Our Protagonist
You will start your journey as one of the soldiers named Noah, along with Eunie and Lanz of Keves, a nation where mechanical technology is used for everything, as opposed to the nation they're at war with—Agnus, which is a nation that utilizes magical technology.

As you progress through the game, you will be introduced to Mio, Taion, and Sena, soldiers from the opposing nation, where you will soon be working together to stop the cycle of violence between both nations as you unravel the truth behind the war.

List of Main Characters and Protagonists

Story Explained

The Endless Bloodshed For Power

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 -The Endless Bloodshed For Power
Within the lands of Aionios, two Nations, Keves and Agnus, fight each other in a bloody war for the sake of filling one own's flame clock.

As seen in the Direct trailer, the energy of those who are killed in battle are collected and turned into energy, as one of the antagonists is seen to be powered by absorbing the soldiers around him.

Soldiers Are Mass Produced

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Soldiers Are Mass Produced
Based on what was revealed in the trailer, the soldiers fighting for their country are artificially made and mass-produced to fight in the war as one of the antagonists the party fights claims that they could always grow plenty of them.

Soldiers Only Have a 10-Year Lifespan

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Soldiers Only Have a 10 Year Lifespan
Another major plot point that the story has is the fact that our characters have a lifespan of only 10 years. Within those years, they learn nothing but to fight continuously for their country.

It is also revealed in the trailer that Mio only has 3 months left to live, giving the plot a sense of urgency.

Ouroboros Can Destroy the World

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Ouroboros Can Destroy the World.
It is mentioned in the trailer that, if left unchecked, Ouroboros, a fusion between two people, can lead the world into ruin. It's clearly a major plot point in the story, seeing as our characters learn how to fuse with each other to use the Ouroboros Form.

We can assume that because of their Fusion, this has caused the antagonist to chase after them.

Ouroboros Guide: How Fusion Works

Melody of the Off-Seers

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Departure of the Soul
Mio and Noah are part of the Off-Seers, a group responsible for playing a melody using their flute that is implied to guide the souls of the fallen to depart to the great beyond.

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Combat
How to Perform Chain Attacks How to Use Combos
How to Use Talent Arts How to Use Fusion Arts
How to Heal Your Party Members How to Revive Allies
How to Cancel Attacks How to Run From Battle
Battle System and Combat Guide Ouroboros Guide: How to Interlink
How to Raise Interlink Level All Field Skills and How to Unlock
All Status Effects Explained Best Classes for Each Character
Best Accessories For Each Class Best Arts for Each Class
Training Drills Guide and Completion Rewards Challenge Battle Guide
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Farming and Crafting
How to Farm Nopon Coins Noponstone Farming Guide
CP Farming Guide Gold Farming Guide
HD Ether Cylinder+ Guide EXP Farming Guide
Gem Crafting Guide Best Gems to Craft
Level Progression
How to Raise Affinity Level How to Get Bonus EXP
Inoswap Guide Nopon Archsage Guide
Exploration
How to Fast Travel Missables and Points of No Return
All Shards Locations All Ferronis Hulk Locations
All Secret Area Locations All Colony Locations
Beginner Guides
How to Use Auto-Run How to Change Characters
How to Save How to Open Locked Supply Drop
Stat Guide: All Stats Explained List of Controls
Ship Controls and How to Move What Are Rest Spots?
Skirmish Guide: Which Side to Choose? Soldier Husks Guide
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Best Hero Tier List Best Recipes and Dishes
How to Customize Your Character How to Change Outfits
How to Skip Cutscenes How to Change Language
How to Make It Rain How to Adjust and Change Game Time
List of Enemy Types and Effects What Happens If You Die?
Flame Clock Explained Difficulty Setting Differences
Story Explained What Does Cleaning Equipment Do?
Amiibo Compatibility Guide Warning Level Meaning and How to Check
All Swimsuit Outfits From Expansion Pass DLC New Game Plus

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