Forge Guide
The Fun-Size Forge is a vital crafting system in Dragon Quest XI S, allowing you to create and upgrade weapons and armor using various materials. Mastering the forge is key to obtaining the most powerful equipment for your party, significantly boosting their combat prowess and survivability.
To use the forge, you'll need to find a forge location, often found in towns or at campsites. Interacting with the forge will present you with a list of available recipes. Each recipe requires specific materials, which can be gathered from the environment, dropped by monsters, or purchased from shops.
The forging process involves a mini-game where you strike the metal at precise moments to improve the item's quality. Success in this mini-game determines whether you create a basic item, a +1, +2, or even a +3 version, each offering progressively better stats. The 'Rework' option allows you to re-attempt the forging mini-game on an already crafted item to potentially improve its quality.
| Forge Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Craft | Create new weapons and armor using recipes and materials. |
| Rework | Re-attempt the forging mini-game on an existing item to improve its quality. |
| Smelt | Break down unwanted equipment into crafting materials. |
The forging mini-game typically involves timing button presses to hit the metal when it glows. Different parts of the item might require different timing or number of strikes. Pay attention to visual and audio cues to achieve the best results. Achieving a +3 quality on an item often requires near-perfect execution.
Prioritize crafting and upgrading equipment for your main party members. Some of the most powerful weapons and armor in the game can only be obtained through the Fun-Size Forge. Keep an eye out for new recipes as you progress and gather the necessary materials. Regularly visiting the forge will ensure your party is always well-equipped to face the game's toughest challenges.