Expert Itemologist
The 'Expert Itemologist' trophy is a significant collectible achievement in Dragon Quest XI S, requiring players to amass a diverse collection of 500 different items. This guide will help you understand what counts towards this total and provide strategies for efficiently reaching this milestone, ensuring you don't overlook any item categories.
To unlock the 'Expert Itemologist' trophy, you must collect 500 unique item types. This count is cumulative, meaning items do not need to be in your inventory simultaneously. All items, including normal items, crafting materials, equipment, key items, and recipe books, contribute to this total. You can monitor your progress by pressing the 'Triangle' button, navigating to 'Misc.,' and then selecting 'Info.' Most players will naturally achieve this trophy by engaging with all aspects of the game, such as crafting, questing, and exploring.
equipment variants, such as items with +1, +2, or +3 enhancements, do not count as separate items towards the 500-item goal. If you find yourself nearing the end of your playthrough and still haven't obtained this trophy, consider purchasing items from various store shops or crafting new gear using the Fun-Size Forge. This is an effective way to add new item entries to your collection.
The 'Dedicated Follower of Fashion' trophy is another collectible-focused achievement that involves acquiring all appearance-altering equipment. These are items that change a character's visual appearance when equipped, marked with a pink star. They can be obtained through crafting, defeating bosses, purchasing from shops, or finding them in chests. The game's outfit menu allows you to track your progress for this trophy.
| Trophy | Requirement | Item Types Counted | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Itemologist | Collect 500 different item types. | Materials, Equipment, Key Items, Recipe Books | Cumulative count; +1/+2/+3 variants do not count separately. |
| Dedicated Follower of Fashion | Collect all appearance-altering equipment. | Head, Chest, Accessory items with pink stars. | Changes character appearance. |
By actively engaging with the crafting system, exploring every nook and cranny for materials, and completing side quests that reward unique items, you'll be well on your way to earning the 'Expert Itemologist' trophy.