Collecting Mini Medals and Earning Rewards from the Medal King
Mini Medals are a special collectible scattered throughout the world of Dragon Quest XI S. These small, shimmering tokens can be found in chests, dropped by certain enemies, or obtained through completing side quests. The true value of Mini Medals lies in exchanging them with the Medal King, a benevolent NPC who offers increasingly powerful and unique equipment and accessories in return for sets of these medals. Amassing a large collection of Mini Medals is essential for acquiring some of the best gear in the game, significantly boosting your party's combat capabilities and survivability.
The Medal King's generosity scales with the number of medals you present. Early on, you'll receive basic but useful items, while later exchanges unlock powerful weapons, armor, and accessories that are otherwise unobtainable. It's highly recommended to keep an eye out for Mini Medals during your regular exploration and combat. Some can be found in easily accessible locations, while others might be hidden behind puzzles or require specific quest progression. Don't worry if you miss a few; the game provides opportunities to farm certain enemies for medals later on, ensuring you can eventually acquire all the rewards.
Finding Mini Medals
- Chests: Many chests throughout the world contain Mini Medals.
- Enemy Drops: Certain monsters have a chance to drop Mini Medals upon defeat.
- Side Quests: Completing specific side quests can reward you with Mini Medals.
- Exploration: Thoroughly search every nook and cranny of towns and dungeons.
Medal King Exchange Tiers (Examples)
| Mini Medals | Reward |
|---|---|
| 1 | Iron Helm |
| 5 | Silk Robe |
| 10 | Winged Boots |
| 20 | Angel's Robe |
| 30 | Metal King Sword |
| 40 | Sage's Robe |
| 50 | Hero's Boots |
| 60 | Stardust Sword |
| 70 | Sage's Helm |
| 80 | Metal King Shield |
| 90 | Falcon Sword |
| 100 | Miracle Shield |
| 110 | Sage's Stone |
| 120 | Metal King Armor |
| 130 | Falcon Blade |
| 140 | Supreme Sword |
| 150 | Metal King Helm |
Tips for Medal Collection
- Heliodor Castle: A Mini Medal can be found by going upstairs in the item shop, then up a ladder, and hopping to a chest.
- Red Books: Pay attention to red books found on bookshelves; they often contain valuable recipes, and sometimes hints about Mini Medal locations.
- Farming: If you're struggling to find enough medals, certain enemies can be farmed for them, especially in the later stages of the game.