As someone who has spent countless hours roaming the bustling markets of Grand Trad and Martira, I can’t help but share my culinary wisdom with fellow food enthusiasts! The ingredients in this game are not just items, they’re the essence of our adventures.
In Metaphorical Terms of Cooking: Refantazio, an integral aspect in the game, functions as a dual role player, contributing to character progression and strategic maneuvers. It empowers players to prepare diverse dishes that grant various advantages such as stat enhancements, health or magical recovery, and temporary shields during combats.
This article guides you on places to gather necessary ingredients for cooking, which can be found at communal kitchens in towns or even your own portable kitchen. Each dish you prepare will call for a unique combination of these elements.
Where To Find Cooking Ingredients in Metaphor: ReFantazio
Cooking ingredients are scattered throughout various regions and activities in the game.
These items are often available for purchase at markets such as Gran Trad, Martira, and Brilehaven, especially during certain stages of the gameplay.
Others are obtained by defeating monsters, fishing, or exploring areas like the Gauntlet Runner.
Here’s the full rundown of where you can locate each cooking ingredient:
Meats and Fish
- Bidou Meat is available for 250 Reeve at butchers in Grand Trad, Martira, and Virga Island. It can also occasionally drop from bird-type enemies and is great for sandwiches, stir-fries, and grilled dishes.
- Giant Worm Meat is obtained from worms in the Tradia Desert or can be purchased at stalls on Virga Island for 3,750 Reeve on Idlesdays. It’s ideal for hearty stews.
- Mora Coney Meat is priced between 400 and 500 Reeve at butchers in Brilehaven and Virga Island. This meat is primarily used in hearty roasts and restorative meals.
- Marbled Bluefin Tuna can be caught using Grasshopper bait or bought for 1,000 Reeve at markets in Brilehaven and Grand Trad. It’s typically used in fermented seafood dishes.
- Brocaded Koi is caught with worm bait while fishing on the Gauntlet Runner or sold for 3,500 Reeve at Altabury Heights. This fish is often featured in elegant platters.
- Limp Goldfish can be fished at the Gauntlet Runner or sold for 2,000 to 2,500 Reeve on Virga Island. It’s a key ingredient for soups and health potions.
- Lord of the Lake is caught using Tail Bait or obtained as a reward through the “Queen of Cuisine: Soul” quest. It is reserved for high-end luxury meals.
Rare and Monster-Dropped Ingredients
- Giant’s Rib is dropped by giant monsters or is sold for 8,000 Reeve on Virga Island. It is best used in slow-cooked meals with bold flavors.
- Fiendflower Nectar is gathered from plant enemies and available for 5,400 Reeve on Virga Island. This nectar is commonly used in desserts and potions.
- Monster Bone is dropped by various beasts and sold for 1,200 Reeve at butchers in Altabury Heights. It’s a key ingredient in stews and broths that provide stat bonuses.
- Geldust is harvested from enemies in Everfrost Forest and costs 15,000 Reeve in the markets of Virga Island, commonly used for magical crafting.
Vegetables, Herbs, and Spices
- Red Grass is priced at 150 Reeve or 500 Reeve for bundles at the herb shop in Grand Trad (once unlocked). It enhances the flavor of roasted dishes, like Red Grass-Roasted Bidou.
- Rockbeans can be found growing in the Gauntlet Runner’s garden and are also available for 300 Reeve in Martira. They are commonly used in various bread recipes, particularly magical bread.
- Fragrant Spice can be purchased for 100 Reeve from merchants in Martira and Grand Trad. It enriches stews, curries, and marinades.
- White Peach Turnip is obtained through side quests or bought for 1,000 Reeve on Virga Island. It adds variety to pottages.
- Gauntlet Shrooms are harvested randomly in the Gauntlet Runner pantry. They help restore energy when cooked into meals.
Liquids and Seasonings
- Mellow Milk is sold by water merchants for 800 Reeve in Martira and Altabury Heights. It is essential for baking cakes and bread.
- Pristine Clearwater can be purchased for 50 Reeve from any water shop in major cities and is required for cooking and potion-making.
- Briny Salt is priced at 800 Reeve in Brilehaven and Grand Trad. It’s often used in pickling and preserving dishes.
- Orgo Sugar is found in Komero and Altabury Heights for 1,000 Reeve. It sweetens desserts and confections.
- Queen’s Honey Jar can be fished from the Gauntlet Runner or purchased for 10,000 Reeve on Virga Island. It’s key to crafting magical honey cakes.
Insects and Magical Ingredients
- Dreameater Moth is found near the Gauntlet Runner campfire at night or can be purchased for 40 Reeve at Gran Trad. It is often used in enchanted dishes and potions.
- Lumibee is also discovered at night near campfires or available in shops in Grand Trad. It enhances the flavor of magical stews and noodles.
You can make collecting ingredients a lot easier by planning ahead and using smart tactics. Merchants provide discounts on Idlesdays and might restock with rare items, so it’s wise to prioritize shopping on these days.
Each day, I can’t wait to swing by the Gauntlet Runner’s stockpile because it’s a goldmine for free game essentials, even some hard-to-find treasures like those elusive Gauntlet Shrooms!
Spending the evening by the campfire while fishing along the Runner River may boost your likelihood of snagging enchanted critters like the Dream-eating Moth or Glowbee.
As an enthusiast, I wouldn’t want to forget to include some unique baits like Tail Bait in my fishing kit. This special bait can help catch rare fish, which are essential for preparing exceptional meals in the game. You can find Tail Bait by offering assistance to a fellow in distress at the Arenafront Wharf district of Port Brilehaven.
Choosing a character type that relies on luck, such as the Merchant, can increase your odds of obtaining ingredients from defeated monsters, ensuring an ample supply of resources following fights.
As a gamer, I’d definitely recommend grabbing Maria’s ‘Chef’s Chops’ skill! It allows me to whip up multiple dishes swiftly, ensuring no precious gaming moments are wasted on waiting for food.
What’s your favorite dish to cook in Metaphor: Refantazio? Comment down below!
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2024-10-17 07:12