Legend of Heroes, The: A Tear of Vermillion (PlayStation Portable) - RetroAchievements/guides GitHub Wiki
| Set Difficulty | 3/10 |
| Approximate time to master | 30-35 hours |
| Minimum numbers of playthroughs needed | 1 |
| Number of missable achievements | 45 |
| Does difficulty affect achievements? | N/A |
| Hardest achievement of the set | Expert Treasure Hunter |
The Legend of Heroes IV: A Tear of Vermillion is a role-playing game originally developed by Nihon Falcom Corporation. It is the first game in regards to the timeline in the "Gagharv Trilogy", a trilogy spanning three games with The Legend of Heroes II: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch and The Legend of Heroes III: Song of the Ocean. The localization did mess a bit with the chronological order, but it is commonly accepted for A Tear of Vermillion to be the first in the trilogy. This series is known to be the predecessor to the sixth game in the The Legend of Heroes series, Trails in the Sky, which is now commonly knows as the Trails series.
This achievement set is created by developer ladynadiad, who has done an excellent job covering everything the game has to offer. There are a lot of missable achievements in this set that are chronologically ordered on the game page, but I wanted to emphasise on them further by introducing a completely spoiler-free guide. This guide hides all the story achievements in a toggle with the amount described, making it so that this guide can be approached without the worry that you will be spoiling yourself. For example, if the toggle says 2 achievements, then everything between this toggle and the next toggle can be gained in-between that time. If you are a veteran of the series however, you are most likely familiar with how this game handles missables: talking to every NPC after every major happening in the story. By following this approach, most if not all achievements shouldn't be a problem for you!
This step covers all the achievements that can be obtained during chapter 1 in chronological order of when you can first get them. There are a total of four missable achievements, though chapter two still allows you to revisit most of the places from chapter one, meaning that if you missed one, you can still get it then. There are only two real missable achievements to watch out for that can only be obtained during chapter 1, namely Gingko Round Dance and Rookie Treasure Hunter, but these are all four:
- Gingko Round Dance - Has to be done before reaching the capital for the first time.
- The Unofficial History of El Phildin - Is available for the whole chapter after entering Phildin, as well as the start of chapter 2. Possibly chapter 3 as well, but don't quote me on that.
- Opening of War - Is available for the whole chapter after the second Adventurer's Guild task, as well as the start of chapter 2.
- Rookie Treasure Hunter - While it can technically be finished in chapter 2, it is recommended to do this before the end of chapter 1 due to the first area listed in the achievement becoming inaccessible after chapter 1 ends. The point of no return is upon finishing the Prayer Woods.
Chapter 1's point of no return is after the Prayer Woods.
This step covers all the achievements that can be obtained during chapter 2 in chronological order of when you can first get them. Unlike chapter 1 however, your breathing room for missable achievements is decreased by quite a lot. Whenever you leave a town or a route, be under the assumption that you cannot go back to them whatsoever. Therefore, every missable achievement is also truly missable. Check them out in the following order:
- Winner! - Must be done before leaving Borun.
- The Swordsmaster - Must be done before leaving for New Borun.
- Business Influencer - Must be done before leaving for Guia.
- Wandering With Wind - Involves the Karamus and Jyamane events. Read the "Other important events" segment of Step 1 and 2 carefully for this. Must be done before leaving for Guia.
- A Change of Plan - Involves the Karamus and Jyamane events. Read the "Other important events" segment of Step 1 and 2 carefully for this. Must be done before leaving for Koruna.
- Autumn Rain - Must be done before going back to Koruna after leaving the Sorcerer's School.
- A Well Earned Reward - Must be done before leaving for Balloa.
- The Witchcraft Master - Needs to be done during a specific spoiler event in Balloa.
- A Joyful Reunion - Needs to be done during a specific spoiler event in Balloa.
- Interception - Must be done before leaving for the Silver Mine.
- Save the Miners and Make History! - The game is buggy at this part, so read the achievement carefully. In the Silver Mine, right tunnel first, then left.
- Knowledge of the Enemy - Can be done after first arriving at Valkd, as well as early Chapter 3.
- Gawaine the Hero - Must be done before going back to Theta after leaving Valkd.
- Dark Eyes - Involves the Karamus and Jyamane events. Read the "Other important events" segment of Step 1 and 2 carefully for this. Must be done before leaving for Truth Island.
- Experienced Treasure Hunter - The chests achievement of Chapter 2. You get very few chances to revisit the roads, so be sure to do everything on your first visit.
Chapter 2's point of no return is after leaving Dorx.
This step covers all the achievements that can be obtained during chapter 3 and 4 in chronological order of when you can first get them. Like chapter 2, the breathing room for missable achievements isn't too big. Leaving a town or route can very well mean that you will not be able to get it again, so do be wary. Check them out in the following order:
Chapter 3
- A Turn For the Worse - Must be done before going to Quitt Village
- A Chorus of Insects - Must be done before going to Quitt Village
- An Unexpected Encounter - Must be done before going back to Valkd
- Another Well-Earned Reward - Must be done before going back to Valkd
- In a Tight Corner - Must be done before departing for Balloa
- Foregone Dreams - Must be done before departing for Balloa
- The Continuity Nod - Must be done before departing for Balloa
- The Decision - Must be done before entering Guia
- The Monument in the Mine - Must be done before finishing the Guia Mine. Make some saves here as you will be dragged in a cutscene, boss battle, and will then be unable to revisit the mine
- Atoning for Her Sins - Must be done before leaving for Garden Hill
- The Duel - Must be done before finishing Idun Shrine
- Avin the Mail Carrier - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- The Flashing Sword - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- He Truly is Famous! - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- Time For More History - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- Fond Remembrance - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- Knowledge of Phildin's Past - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- The Girl - Must be done before leaving for Ourt Village
- Fall of the Swordsmaster - Must be done before leaving for Kanaphia
- Gems in the Peat - Must be done before leaving Eiton Cave
- The Sorcerer - Must be done before leaving for Kanaphia after Eiton Cave
- Thoughts Handed Down - Must be done before leaving Kanaphia
Chapter 4
- Finding Hope in a Storm - Must be done before leaving for the Cathedral
- Quick Raving Collector - Must be done before leaving for the Cathedral
- Swordmaster Collector - Must be done before leaving for the Cathedral
- Expert Treasure Hunter - The chests achievement of Chapter 3 and 4. You get very few chances to revisit the roads, so be sure to do everything on your first visit.
There are a total of two separate book series to collect: Swordmaster, and Quick Ravin. While all separate volumes have an achievement, these are the only missable objects in the game that are all needed to unlock something at the end for a final achievement. While other missable achievements can therefore be accidentally skipped, these books are essential to get.
Chapter 1
- Swordmaster 1 - NPC located in Ourt Village. Get this before entering the Capital.
- Swordmaster 2 - NPC located in the lower side of Phildin. Get this after the second Adventurer's Guild assignment. Before Chapter 2.
Chapter 2
- Swordmaster 3 - NPC located in Borun. Get this before leaving for New Borun.
- Swordmaster 4 - NPC located at Sorcery School. Get this after meeting Max on the road next to Guia.
- Swordmaster 5 - NPC located at the sailor's bar in Balloa. Get this during a specific spoilery event in Balloa.
Chapter 3
- Swordmaster 6 - NPC located in the Grand Cathedral. Get this before leaving for Quitt Village.
- Swordmaster 7 - NPC located in Quitt Village. Get this before going back to Valkd.
- Swordmaster 8 - NPC located in Dorx. Get this before leaving for Balloa.
- Swordmaster 9 - NPC located at Sorcery School. Get this before entering Guia.
- Swordmaster 10 - NPC located at Garden Hill. Get this before finishing Idun Shrine.
- Swordmaster 11 - NPC located at Phildin. Get this before leaving for Ourt Village.
- Swordmaster 12 - NPC located at Brizahc. Get this before leaving for Kanaphia.
You will be seeing the writer Karamus and his manager Jyamane frequently throughout the game. They are usually found in each town with a few exceptions, e.g. when there hasn't been anything interesting going on in the story. Talking to them at every occassion is essential, so do not skip on any of these.
Chapter 1
- Talk to Karamus in the northern house of the bottom screen at the capital after starting the Adventurer's Guild story segment. Then talk to Jyamane at the inn.
Chapter 2
- Talk to Karamus and Jyamane at the top floor of the inn in Borun.
- Talk to Karamus in New Borun (he appears before heading to the monastery for the first time)
- Quick Ravin 1 - Talk to Jyamane in New Borun (he appears after the fog has been lifted in New Borun)
- Talk to Karamus upon entering Guia.
- Quick Ravin 2 - Talk to Jyamane in Guia after having gone to the Power Plant.
- Talk to Karamus upon entering Guia.
- Quick Ravin 3 - Talk to Jyamane in Guia before heading to the Silver Mine.
- Quick Ravin 4 - Talk to Jyamane at Theta during your second visit there.
- Talk to Karamus at Dorx.
Chapter 3
- Talk to Karamus in Valkd after a familiar face joins your party again.
- Quick Ravin 5 - Talk to Jyamane at the Grand Cathedral.
- Quick Ravin 6 - Talk to both Karamus and Jyamane at Theta.
- Talk to Karamus in Borun.
- Quick Ravin 7 - Talk to Jyamane in Phildin.
- Talk to Karamus upon entering Brizahc.
- Quick Ravin 8 - Talk to Jyamane in Brizahc after having gone to Eiton Cave.
Chapter 4
- Quick Ravin 9 - Talk to Jyamane at the inn in Valkd.
Best Friends Forever (5) Mile and Avin are now grown and decide to depart to find Eimelle together
This achievement will trigger after the conversation with Mile at the village entrance after becoming adults.
Setting Off on a Long Road (5) Avin and Mile prove their worth and leave on their journey to find Eimelle
This achievement will trigger after the villagers bid you farewell on your journey.
Ginkgo Round Dance [m] (3) Obtained Swordmaster 1 book from Alsa
Point of no return: after first entering the capital
After the villagers bid you farewell on your journey, head back into town and talk to Alsa in the Tool Shop to acquire this book.
The Unofficial History of El Phildin [m] (3) Read a book in the Phildin library that adds a history entry
Point of no return: after revisiting the capital at the start of Chapter 2
After arriving at the capital of Phildin for the first time, go one screen north and one east to reach the library. The book you are looking for is in the top-right side of the library, indicated by a red exclamation mark.
First Test Complete! (5) Avin and Mile complete the first quest in their test to become Adventurers
This achievement will trigger after having completed your first task for the Adventurers Guild. You need to collect donations, which means you have to enter every house (except the library) and talk to the people with a red exclamation mark. Once you've got every house, make your way to the fighting couple, and then to the church.
Friends Reunited (5) Found Bang Bang and returned him to Fururu (albeit a bit dirty) and completed the second test.
Head into the waterways and make your way to the end to find Fururu's teddy bear, then return to the Adventurers Guild.
Opening of War [m] (3) Obtain the Swordmaster 2 book from Fururu's mom
Point of no return: after revisiting the capital at the start of Chapter 2
After having found Fururu's teddy bear in the waterways, go to where Fururu lives and talk to her mom to get the book. Fururu's house is located at the lower level of Phildin right next to the Adventurers Guild, behind a wooden door in the north-east.
Adventurers At Last! (10) Avin and Mile complete the final test and become Adventurers
After having finished the third task for the Adventurers Guild, return there for this achievement to trigger.
It Will Always Start With Bandits (5) Save Tibri Village from bandits
Triggers after rescuing the villagers of Tibri Village.
Rookie Treasure Hunter [m] (10) Open all treasure chests found in chapter 1 (Gemstone Stope, Tibri Hwy, Ziziki Mtn Path, Ziziki Cave and Prayer Woods)
Point of no return: after finishing Prayer Woods (you can still backtrack afterwards)
There are a total of 13 treasure chests to be found. Most are still able to be revisited at the start of chapter 2 except for Gemstone Slope, so it is recommended to finish this achievement before the end of chapter 1.
In chronological order:
- Gemstone Slope - 200 Roze (near the end of the cave, heading up from the entrance)
- Gemstone Slope - Leather Boots (near the end of the cave, heading up from the entrance)
- Tibri Highway - Rare Potion (on the road, shouldn't be able to miss it)
- Tibri Highway - Leather Cape (go down when you arrive at the four-way split)
- Ziziki Mountain Path - SP Arcanum 1 (On the first screen of the Ziziki Mountain Path after the four-way split, it is located in the top-right corner)
- Ziziki Mountain Path - Rare Potion (On the first screen of the Ziziki Mountain Path after the four-way split, it is located in the bottom-left corner)
- Ziziki Cave - Defender (On the first screen in the top-right corner)
- Ziziki Cave - 200 Roze (On the second screen, take the top-right path when approaching the "X" path)
- Ziziki Cave - Sp Arcanum 2 (On the third screen when approaching the bridges, take the one going down)
- Prayer Woods - Green Crystal (On the first screen in the top-middle)
- Prayer Woods - 100 Roze (next to the Green Crystal)
- Prayer Woods - Silver Anklet (On the second screen, keep going straight up from the entrance)
- Prayer Woods - Royal Powder (On the second screen in the top-middle)
In The Midst of a Conflict Between Powers (10) Complete chapter 1 upon learning of Octum's Apostles and why Eimelle is sought out
Pops up at the beginning of Chapter 2.
Winner! [m] (5) Win first prize in the raffle and exchange the ticket for a Treasure Sword Kasnard before meeting Douglas
Point of no return: after leaving Borun
When you first enter Borun, head straight up to reach the Raffle house. Go upstairs to play the raffle and play until you win the gold ticket. The options you want to go for are either:
- After making a wish, Slowly, First prize!
- After making a wish, Slowly, No wish
Both of these options give a 20% chance to get the first place ticket. In case you are short on Roze, just make a save beforehand and keep retrying.
He'll Be Famous! (5) Upon reporting about the capture of bandits to the guild, receive an invite to be Borun's representative for the Water Match
Unlocks after apprehending the bandits in the Torkas Cave.
The Swordsmaster [m] (3) Receive Swordmaster 3 from Paan in Borun
Point of no return: after reaching New Borun
After the Water Match has ended, talk to Paan, one of the three kids standing on the left side of town.
A Bittersweet Reunion (5) Reunite with Ollesia after many years
Unlocks after going to the monastery to stop the Meefa hunt.
A Cute Way of Clearing the Air (5) Save the Meefas and New Borun
Unlocks after rescuing the Meefas in the Golda Cave.
Business Influencer [m] (3) Advise Ramicum in New Borun on what type of shop he should open. It can be any of the three types of shops.
Point of no return: after entering Guia
After resolving the fog problem in New Borun, go to the house in the north-west and give Ramicum any advise.
Wandering With Wind [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 1 from Jyamane in New Borun. Must have found Jyamane and Karamus in Phildin, Borun and New Borun previously
Point of no return: before heading to the Monastery after the fog issue
As the description indicates, you must have talked to both Jyamane and Karamus in the capital Phildin, Borun, and New Borun. The locations are:
Phildin - Jyamane is in the inn, Karamus is north of the inn in a house. Borun - Both are located on the top floor of the inn. New Borun - Karamus will appear on the southern dock when heading to the monastery to stop the Meefa hunt.
Resolve the fog problem in New Borun, after which Jyamane is located in the middle of town just outside the weapon shop.
A Change of Plan [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 2 from Jyamane in Guia
Point of no return: before leaving Guia for Koruna
When first entering Guia, talk to Karamus on the lower level, bottom-left. Then progress a bit further in the story by visiting the blast furnaces, then Jyamane will stand outside the inn.
Anything for Eimelle (5) Get tricked by a fake letter and find out who Rouca's sister actually is. Now to follow the actual lead.
After having helped out at the Blast Furnace, try to move on with your journey and be stopped at the western exit of Guia. Proceed to the south-eastern house for the story to progress.
Autumn Rain [m] (5) Obtain Swordmaster 4 from Max
Point of no return: after having saved Guia from the monster invasion
When you meet Max on Anol Highway on his way to the Sorcery School, follow him and talk to him there to obtain the book.
Guia Saved (10) Fend off the monsters attacking Guia and save Rouca and in the process gain another lead to find Eimelle
Unlocks after the attack at Guia has settled.
A Well Earned Reward [m] (3) Receive 2000 Rozes in payment for defending Guia even if Avin doesn't think he deserves it.
Point of no return: after leaving Guia to depart to Balloa
After having saved Guia from the monster attacks, go to the Adventurer's Guild for your reward.
The Witchcraft Master [m] (3) Obtain Swordmaster 5 from the sailor in Balloa
Point of no return: after bringing back Eimelle to the Baron's house
While traveling through Balloa with Eimelle, head to the sailor bar next to the lighthouse. Talk to the sailor standing in front of the bar to obtain the book.
A Joyful Reunion [m] (5) After Avin and Eimelle finally meet up again see all the scenes with Mile, Avin and Eimelle before returning to Baron Conrad's
Point of no return: after bringing back Eimelle to the Baron's house
While there are multiple scenes where dialog with Eimelle happens (e.g. the poet when talking multiple times and the house with the two kids playing hide 'n seek), the following three are the only necessary ones to my knowledge. Do make a save just to be sure however.
- At the port, head on the raft on the right side. A cutscene with a seagull will play.
- At the relaxing area in the middle of town. A cutscene with Mile and Eimelle will play.
- In front of the inn, there's a shady merchant. Go through all options, after which one will appear for "Bonding Earrings")
Interception [m] (5) Obtain Quick Ravin 3 from Jyamane in Balloa
Point of no return: after leaving for the Silver Mine
When first entering Balloa, talk to Karamus in front of the lighthouse. After having escorted Eimelle back to the Baron's house, go to the far top-left of the same screen where Jyamane is hanging around in a family house.
Save the Miners and Make History! [m] (5) Save the miners from the monsters and get the bugged history entry. Start with clearing out the right tunnel to avoid missing it.
Point of no return: after having cleared the left tunnel of the mine
This achievement is fairly simple but due to it being buggy, also fairly easy to miss. When entering the silver mine, just take care of the tunnel on the right first, then the left one.
Syamseal Gang Brought to Justice at Last! (10) Defeat Fatima
Happens after returning from the silver mine to Balloa, and then clearing out town.
Monster Carts Sure Are Bad Luck For Avin (10) Wake up in Valkd after an accident while traveling from Theta to Valkd
Triggers after the cutscene when leaving Theta.
Knowledge of the Enemy [m] (3) Find the optional history entry in Reference Room One in Valkd Grand Cathedral
Point of no return: Early Chapter 3
When having awakened in the Valkd Grand Cathedral, take the right stairs up from the main hall with Sir Gawaine and go down a room. Find the bookcase with the red exclamation mark.
A Terrible Truth and an Unexpected Twist (5) Avin discovers a terrible truth and is saved by an unexpected person
Triggers after trying (and failing) to approach the black barrier surrounding the citadel.
Gawaine the Hero [m] (3) Talk to Arts in the town of Valkd after Gawaine joins to gain a missable history entry
Point of no return: After going back to Theta with Gawaine
When Gawaine joins the party, head to the bottom-left of the right screen of Valkd. Inside the house is Arts, talk to him for this achievement.
Dark Eyes [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 4 from Jyamane in Theta
Point of no return: When departing for Truth Island
After heading back to Theta with Gawaine, Jyamane is waiting for you at the inn. Talk to him for this achievement.
The Start of an Odd Friendship (5) Avin convinces Rutice to join him
Rutice follows you to Theta and will join you after a cutscene.
Experienced Treasure Hunter [m] (10) Loot all the treasure chests in chapter 2 (Capital Passage, Torkas Passage, Torkas Cave, Tree Spirit Forest, Golda Cave, Anol Highway, Road to Richness, and Icon Passage)
It is recommended to take care of all of these places on your first try, as many roads become inaccessible shortly after you leave them. Capital Passage for example can not be revisited shortly after visiting Borum.
- Capital Passage - Rare Potion (On the second screen when coming from the Capital, directly to your left)
- Capital Passage - Fine Shield (On the third screen when coming from the Capital, it is located at the end of the beach)
- Capital Passage - Blue Crystal (Right before the entrance to Borun, behind some trees)
- Torkas Passage - Sp Arcanum 1 (Head straight down when entering the Torkas Passage)
- Torkas Passage - Antidote (On the first screen, go to the top-left to find this chest)
- Torkas Passage - 300 Roze (On the final screen of the Torkas Passage with the cave entrance, go to the top-middle to find this chest)
- Torkas Cave - Raid Boomerang (When entering the Torkas Cave, head to your left and go up to find two chests)
- Torkas Cave - Theresia H2O (Next to Raid Boomerang)
- Torkas Cave - Antidote (When entering the Torkas Cave, go right and cross the bridge. Continue onwards for the chest)
- Torkas Cave - Waroon Sword (On the second screen, keep following the path until you are allowed to walk down, then follow that path)
- Torkas Cave - Antidote (On the second screen near the end where a cutscene happens, go down to the right to find this chest)
- Tree Spirit Forest - Catalia (On the third screen in the far top-left)
- Tree Spirit Forest - Riebe Leaf (On the third screen, go one more to the right. In this screen, go all the way to the bottom-right)
- Golda Mountain Path - Stimulant (Located at the top-middle of the screen)
- Golda Cave - Cachucha (From the entrance, head up straight until you reach it)
- Golda Cave - Reital Bash (On the second screen, go to the right immediately)
- Golda Cave - 500 Roze (On the second screen when you reach the three-way split, head down)
- Golda Cave - Sp Arcanum 2 (Near the end of the second screen, head down until you reach the chest)
- Alte Highway - 500 Roze (Tough to explain as it's right in the middle of the road to Guia, but it's in plain sight on the main road so I would be impressed if you somehow missed it)
- Anol Highway - Kite shield (On the road to Balloa, head north when you come across an enclave)
- Anol Highway - Red Crystal (On the same screen as the Kite Shield, progress a bit further and then go bottom-right)
- Road to Richness - 500 Roze (On the single screen this road takes place on, in the top-middle)
- Idol Passage - Rarer Potion (After the bridge, keep going down to the bottom-left until you reach it)
- Idol Passage - Claymore (On the second screen, go to the right and you'll bump into it straight away)
The Revelation of an Ancient Tribe (10) With some help from Michel, receive a revelation about the sacred treasures and report back the Croir, completing chapter 2 at last
Triggers at the start of Chapter 3.
A Turn For the Worse [m] (3) Obtain Swordmaster 6 from Kurason in Valkd
Point of no return: After departing for Quitt Village
After the start of Chapter 3, head to the top-left room in the Grand Cathedral where a family of three are staying. Talk to the man for the achievement.
A Chorus of Insects [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 5 in Valkd Grand Cathedral (must tell stories to Karamus in Dorx and Valkd first)
Point of no return: After departing for Quitt Village
As the achievement description indicated, you must have talked to Karamus in Dorx, chapter 2 first. Afterwards, he will appear in Valkd after a familiar face joins your party again. Talk to him again on the right screen, then head straight to the Grand Cathedral in the top-right room of the entrance to gain this achievement.
Beaten by a Kid (5) With some help from Jimmy, deal with the monsters being summoned to Pregon Cave
This achievement will unlock at the end of Pregon Cave.
Scotia of Beautiful Water (10) Restore Scotia to her original form, obtain the sacred treasure Dellepied and Scotia's power along with saving Lita
This achievement will unlock following the cutscene at the end of Scotia's Shrine.
An Unexpected Encounter [m] (3) Receive Swordmaster 7 from Cerine in Quitt Village
Point of no return: After going back to Valkd
Once the situation at Quitt Village is dealt with and you are on your way back to Valkd, turn around and talk to Cerine for this book.
Another Well-Earned Reward [m] (3) Receive 3000 Roze from Chief Godal for helping the village
Point of no return: After going back to Valkd
Once the situation at Quitt Village is dealt with and you are on your way back to Valkd, turn around and talk to the chief for this reward.
In a Tight Corner [m] (4) Receive Swordmaster 8 from Neil in Dorx
Point of no return: After departing for Balloa
When heading back to Theta for a boat, don't leave right away and go to Dorx first instead. Talk to Neil here to gain Swordmaster 8.
Foregone Dreams [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 6 from Jyamane in Theta
Point of no return: After departing for Balloa
Jyamane is waiting at the inn again, just like when you gained Quick Ravin 4. If you followed every Jyamane/Karamus event before this one, he should give you the book.
The Continuity Nod [m] (2) Have a chat with Karamus in Theta and find out that Lucias was the star of Sapphie, the series of another game
Point of no return: After departing for Balloa
In the same inn where Jyamane gives you Quick Ravin 6, head to the back where Karamus is standing. A short dialog will play after which the achievement will unlock.
Save the Baron! (5) Assist Baron Conrad in defeating some of Octum's Apostles
Triggers after defeating the assassins at the bridge towards Guia.
The Decision [m] (3) Received Swordmaster 9 from Sion at the Sorcery School
Point of no return: Entering Guia before going to the Sorcery School
Before entering Guia for the first time again, head down to the Sorcery School instead. Here, talk to the director to receive the book.
Loss of Hope (5) In the Ice Palace, Avin has a dream that confirms his worst fears and asks him to save someone
Triggers after a cutscene plays in the Ice Palace.
The Monument in the Mine [m] (3) Find and read the stone monument in the depths of Guia Mine to gain an optional history entry.
Point of no return: Finishing the Guia Mine
Very important to not go to the top-right in the screen after the cutscene with Lucias. You'll be dragged into a boss battle and lose the chance permanently to get this achievement. Instead, head to the top-left. There you fill find a stone monument for the achievement.
A Happy Sibling Reunion (5) Defeat the hooded sorcerer, saving Rouca and the plant manager and also putting a stop to monsters being summoned in the mine.
Triggers after finishing the story segment as the Guia Mine.
Atoning for Her Sins [m] (2) After clearing Guia Mine of monsters, speak with Oldwoman Rao in her home
Point of no return: Upon entering Garden Hill
After you are done with Guia and tasked to move on to Garden Hill, stop by at Oldwoman Rao's home in the bottom-right of the town for a cutscene.
The Duel [m] (2) Receive Swordmaster 10 from a meefa in Garden Hill after the air is cleaned
Point of no return: Upon finishing Idun Shrine
After you go back to Garden Hill with the Meefas, talk to the one in the top-right of the town. He'll have the book for you.
Idun of Gentle Wind (10) Restore Idun back to normal, gain the fouth sacred treasure and the power of the wind.
Triggers after the cutscene at the end of Idun Shrine.
Eimelle's Friends Saved! (5) Assist with dealing with an attack on Benequia Monastery by Octum's Apostles
Triggers after helping out at the Benequia Monastery.
Avin the Mail Carrier [m] (2) Receive a reward for delivering a letter to Linde's grandmother
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
After helping out at the Benequia Monastery, return there and talk to Linde outside of the building to the top-left. Receive her letter, and deliver it to her grandmother in Phildin. She is located on the left-most screen in the top-right building.
The Flashing Sword [m] (3) Receive Swordmaster 11 from the librarian in Phildin
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
Talk to the librarian in, where else, the library of Phildin, located on the right-most screen.
He Truly is Famous! [m] (3) Have Muse introduce Avin to the King and see how famous Avin has become.
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
When first in the castle after Martie and Muse rejoin the party, approach the king for a cutscene to play.
Time For More History [m] (5) Gain all the optional history entries from Phildin Castle's library
Point of no return: When heading to Ourt Village
On the right side of the main hall in the castle is the library. Read all of the books here that have a red exclamation mark for this achievement to pop up.
Fond Remembrance [m] (5) While in the Ziziki Cave to get the Firefly Mushroom, revisit the area where the Syamseal Gang was previously found
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
As the description indicates, you have to get to the deepest part of the Ziziki Cave for a cutscene to trigger.
A Fungus Among Us (5) Defeat the monsters and obtain the Firefly Mushroom. Clearly monsters love fungus.
Triggers after picking up the mushrooms in the Ziziki Cave.
Knowledge of Phildin's Past [m] (3) After obtaining the Jenis Water, talk to Oldman Loberus in Phildin to get the last missable history entry.
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
When returning to Phildin, go to the house next to the Adventurer's Guild. Speak to the old man in the basement for this missable history entry.
The Girl [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 7 from Jyamane in Phildin
Point of no return: when heading to Ourt Village
After having talked to Karamus in Borum, Jyamane will be in the inn in Phildin after having retrieved the Jenis Water.
Nephtys of the Harvested Earth (10) Restore Nephtys back to normal, gain power and another sacred treasure
Triggers after the cutscene at the end of Nepthys' Shrine.
Fall of the Swordsmaster [m] (3) Receive Swordmaster 12 from Luc in Brizahc
Point of no return: before leaving with the ship towards Kanaphia
During your first visit to Brizahc, talk to Luc at the inn to receive Swordmaster 12.
Gems in the Peat [m] (5) Find all five of the egg sized Crimson Fires in the Eiton Cave
Point of no return: Leaving Eiton Cave
There are a total of five egg-sized Crimson Fires to be found. The first one is mandatory in the swamp where you start. The other four are in the next screen, with two of them being in the swamp when taking the first route up, while the other two are in the smaller swamps on the way to the fist-sized Crimson Fire.
The Sorcerer [m] (2) Receive Quick Ravin 8 from Jyamane in Brizahc
Point of no return: before leaving with the ship towards Kanaphia after Eiton Cave
Talk to Karamus during your first visit in Brizahc before leaving with the ship. Then, fulfill the story segment at Eiton Cave, after which Jyamane will be waiting at the inn.
The Blade of Carnage (5) Madram challenges Avin to a duel to see who should hold the sacred treasures
Triggers after the cutscene where Madram battle Avin.
A Gift 15 Years in the Making (10) Borgeid is defeated once and for all
Trigger after the cutscene that plays after the battle with Borgeid.
The Holy Sword, Elucion (5) Meet with Zar, gain the last sacred treasure, his power and the Holy Sword Elucion
Triggers after the cutscene at the end of Zar's Shrine.
Thoughts Handed Down [m] (3) Visit Dominique's grave again after obtaining the Holy Sword
Point of no return: after leaving Kanaphia
After leaving Zar's Shrine, head up to where Dominique's grave is. A cutscene will play, after which the achievement will trigger.
Finding Hope in a Storm [m] (5) Receive Quick Ravin 9 from Jyamane in Valkd
Point of no return: before leaving for the Cathedral
Jyamane is found after the start of Chapter 4 at the top floor of the inn in Valkd. Talk to him to receive the final book.
Quick Ravin Collector [m] (10) Trade all nine Quick Ravin books to Duke Aron for a Moon Amulet
Point of no return: before leaving for the Cathedral
When having talked to Jyamane for the final book, as well as having all other eight volumes, talk to Duke Aron who is in the Cathedral, to the right of the main hall near the library.
Swordmaster Collector [m] (5) Trade all volumes of Swordmaster to Muche for the Zero Field accessory
Point of no return: before leaving for the Catherdral
Bring all the volumes of Swordmaster to Muche, who is the guy always sleeping in his bed next to the Adventurer's Guild in Valkd.
A Bond That Can Never Be Broken (10) Reunite with Mile
Triggers after the boss battle with possessed Mile below the Cathedral.
Expert Treasure Hunter [m] (25) Open all treasure chests in chapters 3 and 4 (Quitt Byway, Pregon Cave, Scotia Shrine, Grand Canyon, Idun Shrine, Notos Forest, Nephtys Shrine, Valkd Cathedral, Eiton Cave, Zar Shrine and Sealed Land) Refilled chests do not count.
Be extra wary of this achievement as there are a lot of chests, and the shrines have a tendency to play with see-through walls.
- Pregon Cave - Marvel Mail (On the second screen of the cave, keep heading to the left to reach the chest)
- Pregon Cave - Rarer Potion (When you see the bridge, don't go on it but head down instead for this chest)
- Pregon Cave - Circlet (After the short cutscene where you are surrounded by monsters, go a bit to the left)
- Quitt Byway - Rarest Potion (On the screen before Quitt in the top-left corner)
- Scotia Shrine - Helios Blade (On the first floor down, open the door south of you and then go downstairs until you reach the chest)
- Scotia Shrine - Rarer Potion (On the first floor down, continue on until you see a small alleyway, go down here until you reach the chest)
- Scotia Shrine - Antidote Ore (On the second floor down on the main path, can't miss it)
- Scotia Shrine - Arcuvas (Just slightly beyond chest 7, head right through an invisible wall)
- Scotia Shrine - Royal Powder (On the third floor down, open the leftmost room to find this chest)
- Scotia Shrine - Rarest Potion (Once you enter the fancy room, there are two chests)
- Scotia Shrine - Theresia H2O (Next to chest 9)
- Scotia Shrine - Asura Charm (Once you exit the teleporter, take the narrow path left of you)
- Scotia Shrine - Dashing Boots (Once you exit the teleporter, take the narrow path right of you)
- Grand Canyon - Mobius Ring (When first going outside in the Grand Canyon, can't miss it)
- Grand Canyon - Bind Talisman (On floor 5 on the main path, also can't miss it)
- and 17. Idun Shrine - 2x SP Arcanum 2 (From the entrance, take the first path to the left for two chests.
- to 25. Idun Shrine - 6x Rare Potion, Battle Wrist, Shield Orb (From the entrance, take the first path to the right. Go all the way down until you see an empty room. The wall on the bottom is see-through, so keep walking down and you'll find a room with 8 chests)
- Idun Shrine - Theresia H2O (When arriving at the room with two separate stairs down, the the right one to find this chest)
- Idun Shrine - Frissa (When arriving at the room with two separate stairs down, take the left one and go to the right in that room to find this chest)
- Idun Shrine - Acinaces (Proceed a bit through the fancy-looking rooms until you see two chests. The one on your left will give you this item)
- Idun Shrine - Rarest Potion (Proceed a bit through the fancy-looking rooms until you see two chests. The one on your right will give you this item)
- Idun Shrine - Sp Arcanum 3 (After the teleporter and moving platform, check the chest on your left)
- Idun Shrine - Rarest Potion (After the teleporter and moving platform, check the chest on your right)
- Notos Forest - Sp Arcanum 2 (On the first screen in the top-middle)
- Notos Forest - Sp Arcanum 2 (On the first screen near the exit)
- Nepthys Shrine - Shield Astarte (Take the first stairs down and walk to the end for this chest)
- Nepthys Shrine - Anti-Chaos (Take the first stairs down and walk to the end for this chest)
- Nepthys Shrine - Stimulant (Continue onward with the mandatory path. When you eventually go up again, continue until you see the first stairs, go down here)
- Nepthys Shrine - Rarer Potion (Continue onward. When the mandatory path wants you to take stairs to the right, go up in a small hallway instead)
- and 39. Nepthys Shrine - Rare Tiamat, Royal Powder (After the maze, head down and continue all the way south. Instead of going down the stairs, the bottom wall is see-through and will bring you to the two chests)
- Nepthys Shrine - Theresia H2O (In the fancy room before the teleporter, go to left near the end of the screen for this chest)
- Nepthys Shrine - Shield Orb (After teleporting, head to your left right away to end up at this chest)
- Nepthys Shrine - Sp Arcanum 3 (After the moving platform, on your left)
- Nepthys Shrine - Royal Powder (After the moving platform, on your right)
- to 68. Valkd Cathedral - Too many to mention. Choosing the lazy way out here, but remember the basement of Valkd Cathedral where you escaped for the first time? You probably saw some chests there that you couldn't access. Now you can, so be sure to open all 25. There are no hidden ones, all of them are in plain sight.
- Eiton Mountain Path - Rune Boots (When at the three-way split shortly after the entrance, keep heading down to reach the chest)
- Eiton Cave - Chanting Tiara (Head straight up from the entrance without diversion and you'll eventually reach it)
- Zar Shrine - Guardian (From the entrance, go through the closed door and take the stairs on your right. Follow the path to this chest)
- Zar Shrine - Stimulant (From the entrance, go through the closed door and take the stairs on your left. Follow the path to this chest)
- to 75. Zar Shrine - Sp Arcanum 3, Theresia H2O, Skuld Elixer (Keep going up stairs as much as you can, then continue your path until you reach a supposed dead end. The bottom wall is see-through, go through it for these chests.
- Zar Shrine - Zepuros Hammer (In the room with the three chests is another secret see-through wall on your left. Go through it to reach this chest)
- Zar Shrine - Stimulant (Once arriving at the fancy room, walk a bit ahead and then it will be on your left)
- Zar Shrine - Holy Iris (Once arriving at the fancy room, walk a bit ahead and then it will be on your right)
- Sealed Land - Sp Arcanum 3 (When going outside for the first time with a short cutscene happening that looks at the elevator, go to your top right)
- Sealed Land - Rarest Potion (In the same area as chest 79, go down the skeletal ''staircases'' for this chest)
- Sealed Land - Impact Orb (In the cave after the area with the previous chests, near the very end)
- Sealed Land - Chanting Tiara (After a long descent of skeletal ''staircases'' and entering a new cave, head down as soon as you can to a supposed dead-end. There's a see-through wall here in the screen before the last one, head through it for the chest)
- Sealed Land - Famed Pleiades (When almost going down another screen, head down the skeletal "staircases" on your left first)
- Sealed Land - Godly Altezza (After going down the before-mentioned screen, head to your right and you'll find this chest)
- Sealed Land - Godly Crypton (In the same area as chest 84, head down and then all the way to the left. Go up the skeleton "staircase" for this chest)
- Sealed Land - War Torr (After the very short cave, head up the first skeletal "staircase" you'll see for this chest.
- to 89. Sealed Land - Royal Powder, Theresia H2O, Skuld Elixer (Three chests on the mandatory road)
- Time Labyrinth - Theresia H2O (In the first screen, go up after the first teleporter and cross the floating islands)
- Time Labyrinth - Riebe Leaf (Take the teleporter slightly below chest 90)
- Time Labyrinth - Stimulant (After a few mandatory teleporters, it is in clear sight)
- Time Labyrinth - Evil Workus (Head down and then right of chest 92, and there's another floating island you can walk towards)
- Time Labyrinth - Magic Trident (Head down from chest 93 and use two teleporters to get to this chest)
- Time Labyrinth - Rarest Potion (After some more mandatory teleporters, cross a bridge to your left for this chest)
- Time Labyrinth - Sp Arcanum 3 (Take the top-left teleporter in the same area as chest 95)
- Time Labyrinth - Skuld Elixer (Take the top-right teleporter in the same area as chest 95. Then hop in the first teleporter you see and it will be at the end)
