Phantom Blade Zero: Master the Merchant System

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Hey there! So, you're diving into Phantom Blade Zero and want to know about the Merchant? Think of them as your go-to for gear, and just like other characters, they can level up and get better at their job. The cooler part? They gain experience while you're out adventuring, not just when you're buying stuff.

Every time you purchase an item, the Merchant gains experience equal to the cost of the item divided by 30. It's not a massive boost per purchase, but it adds up over time, especially if you're stocking up on supplies.

Merchant Leveling & Rewards

As your Merchant levels up, the quality of the weapons they offer dramatically improves. This is super important for gearing up your team with the best possible equipment.

Weapon Ranks Unlocked by Merchant Level:

Merchant LV 1: Weapon Ranks 1 to 3
Merchant LV 3: Weapon Ranks 1 to 4
Merchant LV 8: Weapon Ranks 1 to 5
Merchant LV 15: Weapon Ranks 1 to 6
Merchant LV 24: Weapon Ranks 1 to 7
Merchant LV 35: Weapon Ranks 1 to 8
Merchant LV 48: Weapon Ranks 1 to 9
Merchant LV 63: Weapon Ranks 1 to 10

See how quickly the available ranks jump? Pushing your Merchant's level past 15, for example, unlocks Rank 6 weapons, which can be a game-changer.

Title Ranks Unlocked by Merchant Level:

It's not just weapons; higher Merchant levels also unlock better Title Ranks. These can offer passive bonuses that benefit your whole party.

Merchant LV 1: Title Ranks 1
Merchant LV 7: Title Ranks 1 to 2
Merchant LV 17: Title Ranks 1 to 3
Merchant LV 31: Title Ranks 1 to 4
Merchant LV 71: Title Ranks 1 to 5
Merchant LV 127: Title Ranks 1 to 6

'While You Were Out' Events

Here's a neat trick: if you're not actively using your Merchant in battle, they can trigger special events called 'While You Were Out' on Phantom Isle. During these events, they'll earn Bordeaux, a valuable in-game currency. So, even when they're not in your active party, they're still contributing!