Final Fantasy IX: Return to Alexandria Walkthrough

Q: How to win Hippaul race in final fantasy ix?

Race Hippaul to level 80 for the Athlete Queen key item and trophy, explore Alexandria for items like Phoenix Pinion and Gil, buy from Stiltzkin, collect hidden cards, and trigger story events by agreeing to watch a play.

Q: What are the rewards for Hippaul racing in final fantasy ix?

Race Hippaul to level 80 for the Athlete Queen key item and trophy, explore Alexandria for items like Phoenix Pinion and Gil, buy from Stiltzkin, collect hidden cards, and trigger story events by agreeing to watch a play.

Q: How to get Athlete Queen in final fantasy ix?

Race Hippaul to level 80 for the Athlete Queen key item and trophy, explore Alexandria for items like Phoenix Pinion and Gil, buy from Stiltzkin, collect hidden cards, and trigger story events by agreeing to watch a play.

Q: Where to find Stiltzkin in final fantasy ix?

Race Hippaul to level 80 for the Athlete Queen key item and trophy, explore Alexandria for items like Phoenix Pinion and Gil, buy from Stiltzkin, collect hidden cards, and trigger story events by agreeing to watch a play.

Q: How to synthesize Angel Bless in final fantasy ix?

Race Hippaul to level 80 for the Athlete Queen key item and trophy, explore Alexandria for items like Phoenix Pinion and Gil, buy from Stiltzkin, collect hidden cards, and trigger story events by agreeing to watch a play.

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Walkthrough

1
View the ATE "It’s So Big!".
2
Find Hippaul and his mother on the left side of the street. Agree to race Hippaul.
3
Alternate pressing Square and Circle (X/B on Xbox, Y/A on Switch) to race.
4
Win prizes for every ten levels Hippaul gains, including the Wyerd Card (10), Carrion Worm Card (20), Tantarian Card (30), Armstrong Card (40), Ribbon Card (50), Nova Dragon Card (60), Genji Card (70), and Athlete Queen (80).
5
After racing, return to the front of the pub and head left to view the ATE "Long Time No See!".
6
Enter the item shop on the right to stock up.
7
Return to the screen with the pub to view the ATE "To Fly High".
8
Go to the screen with the item shop and continue to the main square to view the ATE "Artemicion".
9
Head north from the square to the docks. Collect the Phoenix Pinion and 3,927 Gil next to the guards.
10
Return to the square and exit left into the alleyway. Ignore Blank and Marcus and enter the church.
11
Find Stiltzkin in the church and purchase his item set for 777 Gil (Phoenix Pinion, Hi-Potion, Elixir).
12
Talk to the moogle Kupo and give him the letter from Kuppo.
13
Speak to Kupo again to find a letter from Mogrika delivered by Artemicion.
14
Climb the tower and pull the rope to find hidden cards: Shiva Card and Ramuh Card. If missed on the first trip, you'll get those too.
15
Backtrack to the alleyway and approach Marcus/Blank to trigger Blank speaking. Agree to see the play.
16
Descend the stairs behind Blank. Watch scenes with Doctor Tot giving Dagger an Opal, Topaz, and Amethyst.
17
You will gain control of Eiko inside the castle. Move north.
18
You will gain control of Zidane. Exit the pub and view the ATE "I Forgot!".
19
Go to the square and enter the Synthesis and Equipment shops on the right.
20
Synthesize the Angel Bless for Zidane using a Mythril Dagger and Gladius to teach him the Thievery skill.
21
Consider purchasing Feather Boots (teaches Auto-Float), Ice Lance for Freya, Twist Headband, Gold Helm, Brigandine, and Plate Mails.
22
Talk to Zenero, Benero, and Genero inside the equipment shop to play another mini-game.

Tips

There is no penalty for pressing the buttons early in the Hippaul race; get into a rhythm before the race starts.
As Hippaul's level increases, he becomes faster, making it harder to win by a large margin.
Once Hippaul reaches level 80, there are no further rewards.
The Athlete Queen key item is obtained at level 80.
The Synthesis shop allows you to create the Angel Bless, which teaches Zidane the Thievery skill.
Feather Boots can be synthesized to teach the Auto-Float passive ability.
Consider purchasing upgrades like the Ice Lance for Freya and the Twist Headband.
It is recommended to buy an extra Gold Helm if possible, as it can be synthesized later.
Purchase another Brigandine if your current one is in use.

Hippaul's Level 10: Wyerd Card
Hippaul's Level 20: Carrion Worm Card
Hippaul's Level 30: Tantarian Card
Hippaul's Level 40: Armstrong Card
Hippaul's Level 50: Ribbon Card
Hippaul's Level 60: Nova Dragon Card
Hippaul's Level 70: Genji Card
Hippaul's Level 80: Athlete Queen (Key Item)
Docks: Phoenix Pinion, 3,927 Gil
Stiltzkin's Shop: Phoenix Pinion, Hi-Potion, Elixir
Bell Tower: Shiva Card, Ramuh Card

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