Part 17

Ark 2 Part 17 walkthrough covering battles in the scientist room and playground, the Palencia guild, and the Romalia Battleship.

Battle #8 takes place in the scientist room north of Gunhed's former location. After rescuing Mariel, she will lead everyone to the playground, where another battle (#9) occurs. It is advisable to use Lv2 Silent on the Blood Knights to avoid heavy damage.

The final battle is with Project M. Elc must deplete her health to trigger storyline scenes, after which she will be replenished and one level higher. Elc must deplete her health again.

More scenes follow, and the Silver Noah transports everyone to Touvil. When Shu and Shante form a party, talk with Chopin at the Silver Noah docked in the quarry. He refers you to Kukuru, so return to the Sabatico Shrine to save, then talk with Kukuru. Agree twice, and she will transport the duo to Palencia.

Palencia appears small, but the downtown area is separate from where Shu and Shante arrive. The guild, tavern, and shop are in the initial quarter. The shop has the best selection of weapons and armor so far, so consider trading in armor around +6 or a Cloth Wrap that starts at DEF 6/12.

The guild has no jobs but four wanted monsters, though only one is currently available: Ragi.

Since Shu is gathering information, head to the Downtown area and go to the tavern. The man in question is on the couch; buy him a drink for a proposition: find him 4 Shimmer Stones from monsters at Quina Hill, and he will help the team infiltrate a Romalian Battleship. Quina Hill is to the west at the foot of a mountain.

When the Lv 35 Wyverns [2] get close, use Lv2 Silence/Plasma Shock and attack. They are not very tough, but their physical attacks can be taxing if you are not careful. Keep Shante healthy and near Shu for healing. One Shimmer Stone is obtained per battle, so you need to complete four battles. Ensure you have inventory space for four stones and stay near the exit if things go poorly, so you can flee battle.

Return to Pepe with the Shimmer Stones, and he will prepare to take everyone aboard the battleship. Restock your inventory with healing items and sell any unwanted equipment. Cross-reference these with what is used in the Combine Shop section. The shop sells Recovery Fruits, which are a step above the Blood Herb.

When Pepe gives the signal, you will board the Romalia Battleship.

Items on the Romalia Battleship: Chaos Herb, Magic Herb, Reco's Grass, Recover Fruit, Crystal Shoes, Ranger Suit, Strengthen Fruit.