Flying in Conton City

Navigating the expansive hub world of Conton City can be a breeze once you unlock the ability to fly. This essential feature dramatically speeds up travel between key locations and opens up new avenues for exploration and interaction. Here's your comprehensive guide to taking to the skies.

Unlocking Flight

Unlike the first Xenoverse, flight in Conton City isn't immediately available. You'll need to progress through the main story campaign to earn this privilege. The specific trigger for flight is reaching a certain level and completing a particular saga.

Level Requirement: Your Time Patroller must reach Level 10. This is a soft requirement, as story progression is the primary gate.
Story Progression: You must complete the Frieza Saga in the main story campaign. This involves several Time Patrol quests that will challenge your skills.
The Flight Test: After completing the Frieza Saga and reaching Level 10, a new instructor will appear in Conton City. Look for Old Kai near the main plaza, often close to the Time Nest entrance. He will offer you a "Flight Test." This isn't a combat challenge, but rather a simple tutorial on the flight controls and a confirmation of your readiness.

Upon successfully completing Old Kai's Flight Test, you will officially unlock the ability to fly freely within Conton City!

Flight Controls

Once unlocked, flying is intuitive and responsive. Here are the standard controls:

Initiate Flight: Press and hold the Jump button (X on PlayStation, A on Xbox, B on Switch) while on the ground. Your character will ascend into the air.
Ascend: Continue holding the Jump button to gain altitude.
Descend: Press and hold the Guard button (L1 on PlayStation, LB on Xbox, L on Switch) to lose altitude.
Boost Dash: While flying, press the Boost button (R1 on PlayStation, RB on Xbox, R on Switch) to perform a rapid dash in your current direction. This is crucial for quick travel across large distances.
Directional Movement: Use the Left Analog Stick to control your character's horizontal movement (forward, backward, left, right).
Camera Control: Use the Right Analog Stick to adjust the camera angle while flying.

Pro Tip: Mastering the Boost Dash will significantly cut down on travel time, especially when traversing between districts like the Industrial Sector and the Bamboo Forest.

Benefits of Flight

Unlocking flight transforms your Conton City experience:

Faster Travel: The most obvious benefit. No more running across the vast city! You can reach mission givers, shops, and event locations in a fraction of the time.
Hidden Collectibles: Many TP Medals and Scattering Items (like Hercule Badges) are located on rooftops, high ledges, or floating in the air, only accessible via flight. Keep an eye out for glowing spots!
New Perspectives: Explore Conton City from above. You might discover areas you never noticed before or simply enjoy the panoramic views.
Access to Specific Events: Some special events or NPCs may only appear in elevated areas, requiring flight to reach them.

Maximizing Your Flight Experience

To make the most of your newfound aerial freedom:

Map Awareness: While flying, frequently check your in-game map. It will show you the locations of important NPCs, shops, and mission markers, helping you plot the most efficient flight path.
Stamina Management: While flight itself doesn't consume stamina, using the Boost Dash does. Keep an eye on your stamina bar, especially during long-distance dashes, to avoid being stranded mid-air.
Practice Makes Perfect: Spend some time simply flying around Conton City to get a feel for the controls and the city's layout. The more comfortable you are, the faster and more efficiently you'll navigate.

Congratulations, Time Patroller! With flight unlocked, Conton City is truly at your fingertips. Soar through the skies and continue your adventures!