Dark Knight

Learn how to unlock the Dark Knight Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio, its skills, and powerful Synthesis Skills. Master this elite class for optimal damage output.

To unlock the Dark Knight Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio, you must reach Hulkenberg’s bond Rank 7 during free time on Virga Island. Additionally, achieve Knight Rank 20. The archetype can then be purchased for 18,750 MAG.

Dark Knight Skills:

• Auto-Repel — [Hero Passive] Chance to reflect an enemy’s attack in overworld combat.
• Heavy Rush — Deals medium physical Pierce damage to one enemy. (12 MP)
• Magic Counter — [Passive] Has a 15% chance of repelling Fire/Ice/Electric/Wind/Light/Dark damage.
• Mad Rush — Deals heavy physical Pierce damage to one enemy. (22 MP)
• Flawless — [Passive] Automatically increases wielder’s Attack/Defence/Hit/Evasion at the start of battle.
• Pierce Boost — [Passive] Increases Pierce Attack by 20%.
• Instant Recovery — [Passive] Ensures status ailments are automatically cured in 1 turn.
• Thunderstrike Thrust — Deals medium physical Electric damage to one enemy. Lowers their Defence for 3 turns. (28 MP)

Dark Knight Synthesis Skills:

• Flying Guard Thrust — Deals extreme physical Pierce damage to one enemy. Lowers their Defence for 3 turns. (14 MP) Allies needed: [Warrior, Brawler, or Berserker Lineages]
• Blackguard’s Hammer — Deals severe physical Dark damage to one enemy. Inflicts a one-time weakness to Dark. (20 MP) Allies needed: Brawler, [Merchant, or Summoner Lineages]
• Peerless Shadow — Deals severe physical Dark damage to all enemies. Decreases their Attack/Defence/Hit/Evasion for 3 turns. (25 MP) First ally needed: Warrior, [Thief, or Masked Dancer Lineages & Second ally needed: Knight, Healer, or Commander Lineages]

These Synthesis Skills are crucial for damage output with the Dark Knight, particularly for exploiting Dark weaknesses.