Guide to completing the Meryl, Lost then Found (II) side story in Octopath Traveler. Learn how to defeat the Erstwhile Sellsword in Saintsbridge and claim your rewards.
Hey there! So, you're looking to help Meryl out in Saintsbridge? Awesome! This side story, 'Meryl, Lost then Found (II)', is pretty straightforward, but you'll need a specific character to get it done. You'll find Meryl right in front of the Provisioner, dealing with some trouble.
To actually get through this, you'll need either H'aanit or Olberic in your party. The main task is to use their Challenge or Provoke ability on this shady character, the Erstwhile Sellsword, who's harassing Meryl. It's basically a duel!
- 1Head to Saintsbridge and find Meryl in front of the Provisioner.
- 2Initiate the Challenge/Provoke action against the Erstwhile Sellsword using either H'aanit or Olberic.
- 3If using H'aanit: This fight can be a bit trickier. The Sellsword isn't weak to Linde, so you'll need to rely on other monsters you've tamed, especially those that can hit with axe or bow attacks. Keep an eye on your HP because the Sellsword hits pretty hard!
- 4If using Olberic: You've got a bit of an advantage here, especially if you've picked up a secondary job that lets you use axes. Axes are a weakness for this Sellsword, making it easier to break their guard.
- 5Focus on healing when your health gets low. The Sellsword has a strength of five, so don't underestimate their attacks.
- 6Once you defeat the Erstwhile Sellsword, the quest will be complete!
- Make sure your party is well-equipped before heading into the duel.
- Don't forget to use your monster companions (if H'aanit) or your secondary job skills (if Olberic) to exploit weaknesses.
- Always keep an eye on your HP bar – it's better to heal a bit early than to get knocked out!
After you successfully complete the duel, you'll receive 6,600 Leaves and a Resistant Nut (M).
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