Let Kid Join or Not?: Cape Howl Another World

Should you let Kid join your party in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition? Weigh the pros and cons of recruiting Kid versus recruiting Leena and Poshul.

Alright, let's talk about a pretty big choice you'll make early in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition, right at Cape Howl. It's about whether or not to let that feisty Kid join your crew. This decision actually has some pretty cool ripple effects down the line, so it's worth thinking about!

If you Let Kid Join

Honestly, most players are probably going to go with this option, and it makes sense. Early on, you really want all the help you can get, and Kid is a fantastic addition to your party. She's strong and brings a lot to the table.

Here's the catch, though: there's a hidden consequence. If you let Kid join right away, you lock yourself out of recruiting Leena during this playthrough. You'll also miss your chance to recruit Poshul if you didn't manage to snag her before this point. Leena isn't essential for beating the game, and you'll pick up a ton of other characters later on, so it's not the end of the world if you miss her. But, if you were really hoping to have Leena on your team, you'll have to accept that this path means she's off the table for this run.

If you Refuse Kid

This is the less common path, for sure. To get Kid to back off, you actually have to say