Towns and Cities: Adventuring 101

New to Bravely Second? Learn about the Adventurer, finding hidden items, using inns, and navigating shops to make your journey through Luxendarc smoother.

Hey there! So you're diving into Bravely Second and wondering about how towns and cities work? It's pretty straightforward, but there are a few key things to know that'll make your life way easier. Think of this as your quick primer before you start exploring Luxendarc!

First off, you'll notice that besides the usual townsfolk, there's a special character called the Adventurer. Keep an eye out for them – they're usually rocking bright orange and have a little 'S' on their map icon on the bottom screen. Chatting with them is super important because it brings up the Save menu. You can save your game, sure, but you can also access cool communication features like updating data and adding friends. Plus, the Adventurer sells items, and their stock actually changes based on how much you've rebuilt Fort-Lune. So, definitely make a habit of finding them!

Now, about finding stuff. While the towns in Bravely Second aren't overly complicated, they do hide a bunch of items. You might think you can see everything at a glance, but trust me, there are secrets tucked away. The best advice I can give you is to poke around suspicious spots, corners, and dead ends. If you suddenly see an "Inspect" prompt pop up, that's your cue! Go ahead and check it out – you'll likely find some hidden goodies.

When your party gets worn out from battles, or worse, completely wiped out, you'll want to hit up the local Inn. You can spot it by the little bed icon on your bottom screen map. For a small fee, your whole party's HP and MP will be refilled, and any status ailments, including KO, will vanish. It might seem like a hassle to go back to the inn when you're deep in a dungeon, but honestly, it's one of the cheapest and most convenient ways to get your characters back in fighting shape. Oh, and a neat little bonus: sleeping at the inn also changes the time of day to daytime, which is handy if you're not a fan of adventuring in the dark.

Finally, let's talk shops. Every town has a Trader (look for the potion icon), an Armory (sword and shield icon), and a Magics store (staff icon). Whenever you roll into a new town, make it a priority to check out these shops. You'll often find new and improved gear, items, and spells that can give you an edge. You'll be spending 'pg' (that's the in-game currency you get from chests and battles) at these shops. You can also sell unwanted items, but be warned: you only get a quarter of the price back, so think twice before offloading your gear. Don't sweat it if you can't afford everything right away; you can always come back later. Happy adventuring!