Chadley's Research (INTERmission DLC)
In the Final Fantasy VII Remake INTERmission DLC, Chadley returns as your go-to for research and unique Materia. This time, his objectives are specifically tailored to Yuffie Kisaragi's unique combat style and her infiltration mission within Shinra HQ. Completing these research tasks is crucial for unlocking powerful new Materia and gaining a deeper understanding of Yuffie's capabilities and the events unfolding in Midgar.
Understanding Chadley's Research Objectives
Chadley's research in INTERmission focuses on analyzing Yuffie's effectiveness in combat and her interactions with Shinra's forces. These objectives are designed to encourage players to experiment with Yuffie's distinct skillset, which includes her shuriken-based attacks, elemental ninjutsu, and agile dodges.
Key aspects of Chadley's research in the DLC include:
- Yuffie-Centric Combat Analysis: Objectives often require you to perform specific actions with Yuffie, such as landing a certain number of attacks, exploiting enemy weaknesses using her elemental ninjutsu, or executing her unique abilities like "Throw" or "Synergy Skills."
- Enemy Encounters and Weakness Exploitation: Chadley is interested in how Yuffie fares against various Shinra units and their experimental creations. Many objectives involve defeating specific enemy types or exploiting their elemental vulnerabilities using Yuffie's abilities.
- Materia Unlocks and Purchase Options: Successfully completing research tasks directly contributes to unlocking new Materia that can then be purchased from Chadley's shop. These rewards are vital for enhancing Yuffie's combat prowess.
- Narrative Integration: The research objectives are woven into the story of INTERmission, providing context for Yuffie's mission and her encounters with Shinra's advanced security systems and personnel.
- Combat Simulator Utilization: The Combat Simulator, particularly the "Shinra's Dark Secrets" mission, is an invaluable tool for efficiently completing many of Chadley's research objectives. This allows for controlled environments to practice and fulfill specific requirements.
Specific Research Objectives and Examples
Chadley's research objectives are presented as a series of tasks that Yuffie must complete. These are usually tracked automatically as you play, but some may require specific actions or locations. Here are a few examples of objectives you might encounter:
- Objective: Use Yuffie's Elemental Ninjutsu.
- Description: Chadley wants to analyze the effectiveness of Yuffie's ability to imbue her attacks with elemental properties.
- How to Complete: While fighting any enemy, press and hold the Square button to charge Yuffie's shuriken. While charged, press the Triangle button to switch her elemental affinity (Fire, Ice, Lightning, or Wind). Then, perform an attack.
- Location: Can be completed in any combat encounter.
- Objective: Exploit an enemy's elemental weakness.
- Description: Chadley is studying Yuffie's ability to identify and exploit enemy vulnerabilities.
- How to Complete: Observe enemies for their elemental weaknesses (indicated by a colored icon above their heads when staggered or by using Assess Materia). Then, use Yuffie's Elemental Ninjutsu to match that weakness and attack. For example, if an enemy is weak to Fire, use Fire Ninjutsu.
- Location: Any combat encounter. The Shinra Combat Simulator is ideal for practicing this.
- Objective: Defeat a Shinra Security Officer using Yuffie's "Throw" ability.
- Description: Chadley is interested in Yuffie's proficiency with her shuriken as a thrown weapon.
- How to Complete: Equip Yuffie's shuriken. When a Shinra Security Officer is present, press the Triangle button to throw the shuriken. Ensure the final blow that defeats the officer is from this thrown shuriken.
- Location: Found in various Shinra facilities and during specific story missions. The early parts of the INTERmission story, such as the initial infiltration of Shinra HQ, are good places to find these enemies.
- Objective: Successfully land 3 "Synergy Skills" in a single battle.
- Description: Chadley is analyzing the coordination and effectiveness of Yuffie's combined attacks with Sonon.
- How to Complete: During combat, build up your ATB gauge. Use a Synergy Skill by pressing L2 when prompted during an ally's turn or when Yuffie is in a specific stance. Repeat this three times in one battle.
- Location: Any combat encounter where Sonon is present.
Rewards: New Materia Unlocked
The primary reward for completing Chadley's research objectives is the unlocking of new Materia that can be purchased from him. These Materia are crucial for enhancing Yuffie's combat capabilities and offer unique strategic advantages.
| Materia Name | Description | Effect | Cost (Gil) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elemental Materia | Links with weapon or armor to grant elemental properties. | When linked to a weapon, adds elemental damage to attacks. When linked to armor, grants resistance to that element. | 1000 |
| Magnify Materia | Changes single-target spells into area-of-effect spells. | Allows spells like Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, and Water to hit multiple enemies. | 1000 |
| HP Up Materia | Increases maximum HP. | Provides a significant boost to Yuffie's health pool, increasing survivability. | 500 |
| MP Up Materia | Increases maximum MP. | Provides a boost to Yuffie's magic points, allowing for more spellcasting. | 500 |
| Steal Materia | Allows Yuffie to attempt to steal items from enemies. | Essential for acquiring rare items and crafting materials from foes. | 500 |
Strategy and Tips for Completing Research
- Utilize the Combat Simulator: The INTERmission DLC features a dedicated Combat Simulator. The "Shinra's Dark Secrets" mission is particularly useful for completing multiple research objectives in a controlled environment, allowing you to practice specific tactics without the pressure of story progression.
- Assess Enemies: Use the Assess Materia to identify enemy weaknesses. This is crucial for objectives that require exploiting elemental vulnerabilities.
- Experiment with Elemental Ninjutsu: Don't be afraid to switch Yuffie's elemental affinity frequently. Mastering this mechanic is key to both combat effectiveness and fulfilling research tasks.
- Focus on Synergy: Yuffie's Synergy Skills and Synergy Abilities with Sonon are powerful tools. Practice using them to build ATB and fulfill related research objectives.
- Don't Miss Steal: The Steal Materia is invaluable for collecting items. equip it and use it regularly, especially on tougher enemies, to gather rare crafting components and accessories.
- Pay Attention to Objective Details: Read each research objective carefully. Some may have specific conditions, such as needing to defeat an enemy with a particular ability or within a certain timeframe.
By diligently working through Chadley's research objectives, players will not only unlock essential Materia but also gain a deeper appreciation for Yuffie's unique combat system, making her a formidable force against Shinra's machinations.