Clothing & Customization
While your fashion choices won't directly influence your battle prowess or capture rates in the Hisui region, customizing your character in Pokémon Legends: Arceus is a delightful way to express your personal style and immerse yourself further in the game world. From rugged explorer gear to more traditional Hisuian attire, there's a wide array of options to make your protagonist truly unique. This section will guide you through all the avenues for personalizing your appearance.
The Clothier: Your Fashion Hub
Your primary destination for all things apparel is the Clothier in Jubilife Village. This quaint shop, easily identifiable by its colorful displays, is where you can purchase new outfits and individual clothing pieces. The proprietor of this establishment is Anthe, a friendly NPC eager to help you find the perfect look.
How to Acquire New Clothing:
- Purchase from Anthe: The most straightforward method. Anthe's inventory expands significantly as you progress through the main story. check back frequently after completing major missions.
- Story Progression: Certain key moments in the main story will automatically unlock new clothing sets or individual items, making them available for purchase or sometimes even gifted directly to you.
- Completing Requests: Many of the optional "Requests" (side quests) scattered throughout Hisui offer unique clothing items as rewards. These can range from specific hats to full outfits that reflect the theme of the request. Always check the rewards list before embarking on a Request if fashion is your priority!
- Finding in the Wild: While less common, some clothing items can be found in satchels dropped by other trainers or as rewards from specific in-game events. Keep an eye out for these rare finds!
Types of Clothing Items Available:
The customization system in Pokémon Legends: Arceus allows for a good degree of mixing and matching. You aren't always restricted to full sets. Here's a breakdown of the item categories:
- Full Outfits: These are complete sets that change your character's entire appearance, often themed around specific roles or aesthetics (e.g., Survey Corps Uniform, Kimono Sets, Ninja Gear).
- Headwear: Hats, caps, headbands, and other accessories for your head.
- Tops: Shirts, jackets, kimonos, and other upper body garments.
- Bottoms: Pants, skirts, and shorts.
- Footwear: Boots, shoes, and sandals.
- Gloves: Hand coverings to complete your look.
- Masks/Accessories: Items like face masks or other small decorative pieces.
Each item has a price in Pokédollars, so save up if you have an expensive taste!
The Hairdresser: Styling Your Locks and Lenses
Located conveniently in Jubilife Village, the Hairdresser is where you can refresh your character's hairstyle and even change their eye color. The talented stylist who will attend to your needs is Edith. She's always ready to give you a fresh look for a small fee.
Hairstyles:
- Changing Styles: Speak to Edith, and she will present you with a menu of available hairstyles. Each style costs a small amount of Pokédollars to apply.
- Unlocking New Styles: Similar to clothing, new hairstyles become available as you progress through the main story. Edith's repertoire will expand, offering more modern and traditional Hisuian cuts. Make it a habit to visit her after significant story milestones.
Eye Color:
- Customizing Your Gaze: Edith also offers the service of changing your character's eye color. This allows for a subtle yet impactful personalization, letting you choose from a spectrum of hues to match your outfit or personality.
- Cost: Like hairstyles, changing your eye color incurs a small fee.
Tips for Customization Enthusiasts:
- Regularly Check Stores: Both Anthe and Edith's inventories expand as you progress. Make it a habit to check their offerings after completing major missions or reaching new Star Ranks.
- Prioritize Requests: If you're keen on collecting all clothing items, complete all available Requests, as many offer exclusive fashion rewards.
- Mix and Match: Don't be afraid to experiment! While full outfits are convenient, combining individual pieces from different sets can lead to truly unique and stylish ensembles.
- Screenshot Your Looks: Use the game's screenshot function to capture your favorite outfits and share them with friends or the community!
Embrace the freedom of expression in Hisui! With a vast selection of clothing, hairstyles, and eye colors, you can truly make your protagonist your own as you embark on your grand adventure to complete the first Pokédex.