Let Kid Join or Not?: Choices

Deciding whether to let Kid join your party in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition? Learn the consequences for recruiting Leena and Poshul.

Alright, let's talk about a pretty big early choice in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition – whether you let that feisty Kid join your crew or not. It might seem like a no-brainer to grab any help you can get, but this decision actually has some ripple effects down the line.

If you Let Kid Join

Honestly, most players are probably going to go with this option, and it makes sense. Early on, you really need all the allies you can muster, and Kid is a fantastic addition to your party. She's a strong fighter and brings a lot to the table. However, there's a hidden cost to this choice. By letting Kid join immediately, you'll miss out on recruiting Leena during this playthrough. You might also miss your chance to recruit Poshul if you didn't snag her earlier. Now, Leena isn't essential to beating the game, and you'll end up with a ton of party members later on, so it's not the end of the world if you miss her. But if you were really hoping to have Leena in your team, this choice means you'll have to wait for a New Game Plus to try again.

If you Refuse Kid

This is the less common path, for sure. If you're playing without a guide, I can't imagine many people would say no to Kid, especially since you have to reject her three times before she finally gives up and leaves. But, surprisingly, there are no real long-term downsides to refusing her. In fact, there are only upsides! The biggest perk is that this is the only way you can recruit Leena. If Kid isn't with you, Leena will join your party the very next day, and Poshul will join too if you missed the earlier window. Plus, once you reach the next town, which isn't too far off, you'll actually get another chance to recruit Kid anyway!