Following the initial events in Grancel, your immediate priority becomes finding clues about Joshua's whereabouts. This quest will lead you through various locations as you piece together his trail.
- Information Gathering: Return to the Bracer Guild in Grancel and speak with the guild master and other Bracers. They may have received reports or leads related to Joshua's disappearance.
- Royal Castle Investigations: You may need to revisit the Royal Castle or speak with characters associated with the royal family to uncover more information. Certain individuals might have seen Joshua or have knowledge of his recent activities.
- Following Leads: Based on the information gathered, you'll be directed to specific towns or regions. This might involve traveling to places like Bose or other familiar locations from the previous game.
- Interacting with Key NPCs: Characters like Princess Aris, General Olivier, and potentially others who knew Joshua well will be crucial sources of information. Their insights can provide direction and context.
- Potential Encounters: As you follow Joshua's trail, you might encounter individuals or groups who had dealings with him. These encounters could be friendly or adversarial, offering further clues or challenges.
- Using the Bracer Network: The Bracer Guild's network is extensive. Utilize their communication channels and reports to track Joshua's movements across Liberl.
- Environmental Clues: Sometimes, clues might be found in the environment itself – a discarded item, a witness account, or a specific location Joshua was known to frequent.
This phase of the game is heavily focused on investigation and deduction. Pay close attention to dialogue and any notes or documents you find, as they are key to unraveling the mystery of Joshua's disappearance.