Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Nopon Archsage Guide: Land of Challenge Items and Location

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Nopon Archsage Guide
The Nopon Archsage is the overseer of the Land of Challenge in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Read on to learn about the Nopon Archsage, his background and location, as well as the things you can do in the Land of Challenge!

Nopon Archsage Lore and Location

Creator of the Land of Challenge

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Nopon Archsage
The Nopon Archsage is a DLC character that is in charge of handling Challenge Battles that can be found in the Land of Challenge. He first appeared in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 with the duty to strengthen and train those that come across his domain.

Land of Challenge Background

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Land of Challenge
How to Reach the Land of Challenge
Llyn Nyddwr (Fornis Region)

Just like the Nopon Archsage, the Land of Challenge originated from the DLC Expansion Pass of Xenoblade Chronicles 2. During the Quest cutscene upon arrival to the Land of Challenge, the Archsage referred to the land as something he created especially for friends, which can be a nod to the characters of the previous game.

The Archsage's Allies and Shopkeep

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Archsage Aide Red
Archsage's Aide, Red
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Archsage Page Red
Archsage's Page, Red

Alongside the Nopon Archsage are his trusted allies, both of which are named Red.

Aide Red is in charge of handling the Class Mastery Shop, where players can raise characters' class-acquisition levels, while Page Red is in charge of the Prize X-change Shop where rare items are sold in exchange for Noponstones.

Noponstone Farming Guide

Land of Challenge Features and Items

List of Features


Purchase Noponstone Accessories

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Prize X-Change Shop

Legendary Accessories can be purchased from the Prize X-Change in the Land of Challenge using Noponstone. This can be accessed by speaking to Page Red.

Item Effect Cost
Gear Support Gear Support Boosts Agility by 22%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Soldier Soldier's Headband Increases Physical Defense by 7 percentage points.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Detector Headgear Detector Headgear Increases Critical Rate by 12 percentage points.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Circlet of Intellect Circlet of Intellect Boosts Healing by 22%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Ice Headband Ice Headband Boosts Critical Rate by 25%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Steam Belt Steam Belt Boosts Attack by 22%
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Crystalline Chemise Crystalline Chemise Increases Ether Defense by 12 percentage points.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Heavy Weak Guard Heavy Weak Guard Boosts Block Rate by 32%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Iron Temple Guard Iron Temple Guard Boosts maximum HP by 27%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal800
Devotional Necklace Devotional Necklace Recovers 90% of recharge for own Arts upon reviving an ally.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1200
Circlet of Wisdom Circlet of Wisdom Boosts Healing by 27%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1200
Titanium Temple Guard Titanium Temple Guard Boosts maximum HP by 40%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1200
Strike Bangle Strike Bangle Boosts damage dealt when attacking from the front by 24%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1600
Adamantine Gauntlet Adamantine Gauntlet Boosts damage dealt when attacking from the side by 24%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1600
Hero Vambraces Hero Vambraces Boosts damage dealt when attacking higher-level enemies by 60%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal1600
Hero Pauldrons Hero Pauldrons Boosts Smash damage by 110%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Sunlight Choker Sunlight Choker Boosts damage dealt outdoors by 45%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Circlet of Enlightenment Circlet of Enlightenment Boosts Healing by 32%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Special Foot Wraps Special Foot Wraps Boosts damage dealt indoors by 45%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Titanium Support Titanium Support Boosts Agility by 40%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Ceramic Belt Ceramic Belt Boosts Attack by 40%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal2000
Mighty Bangle Mighty Bangle Boosts damage dealt when attacking from the front by 30%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Silver Gauntlet Silver Gauntlet Boosts damage dealt when attacking from the side by 30%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Mask of Banishing Mask of Banishing Boosts damage dealt when attacking from behind by 30%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Carbide Temple Guard Carbide Temple Guard Boosts maximum HP by 35%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Sapphire Belt Sapphire Belt Boosts Attack by 35%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Circlet of All-Knowing Circlet of All-Knowing Boosts Healing by 35%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Nanotech Gloves Nanotech Gloves Boosts Dexterity by 35%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Carbide Support Carbide Support Boosts Agility by 35%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Soulgaze Headband Soulgaze Headband Boosts Critical Rate by 50%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000
Full Weak Guard Full Weak Guard Boosts Block Rate by 50%.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Crystal6000

List of Accessories

Raise Class-Acquisition Levels

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Class Mastery Shop

Speaking to Aide Red of the Class Mastery shop allows players to raise characters' class-acquisition levels in exchange for 2000 Noponstones!

Best Classes for Each Character

Participate in Challenge Battles

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Challenge Battle

Challenge Battle is a mode where players can take part in timed battles against waves of enemies. This can be accessed by speaking to the Nopon Archsage.

List of Challenge Battles and Rewards

How to Unlock Land of Challenge

How to Unlock Steps


Purchase the DLC Expansion Pass

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Expansion Pass Volume 2

Challenge Battle mode as well as the Land of Challenge is unlocked after purchasing the DLC Expansion Pass (Wave 2) of Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Alongside the newly unlocked battle mode is a recruitable Hero named Ino as well as unlockable swimsuit outfits.

DLC Expansion Pass Wave 2 Release Date and Contents Guide

Receive Contents from Expansion Pack Menu

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - Receive DLC Contents

After purchasing and downloading the DLC Expansion Pass, open the menu by pressing the X Button, heading to Expansion Pass, selecting Vol. 2, then press the Y Button to receive its contents.

Complete Challenge Battle Quest in the Fornis Region

This area is accessible partway through Chapter 3!

After receiving the contents of the DLC Expansion Pass Volume 2, investigate the mysterious light that has appeared on the banks of Llyn Nyddwr in the Fornis Region.

Challenge Battles! Quest Walkthrough

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Related Guides

Tips and Tricks
Tips and Tricks

Tips and Tricks

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

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