Tales of Arise
Tales of Arise

Shop & Merchant Services

Master Tales of Arise shops. Learn about Blacksmiths, General Stores, and specialized merchants for gear, supplies, and customization.

Shop & Merchant Services

Navigating the towns and settlements of Dahna requires understanding the services offered by various shops and merchants. These establishments are essential for replenishing supplies, acquiring new equipment, and selling unwanted items to fund your adventures. Each settlement features a Blacksmith, General Store, and sometimes specialized vendors offering unique goods.

The Blacksmith is arguably the most crucial vendor. Here, you can forge new weapons and accessories using materials you've collected. The available crafting options expand as you progress through the story and discover new recipes. Furthermore, Blacksmiths allow you to reforge existing equipment, enhancing its stats or adding new abilities. Regularly visiting the Blacksmith and crafting the best available gear for your party is paramount to overcoming increasingly difficult enemies.

The General Store offers several consumable items. This includes healing items like 'Gels' (HP recovery) and 'Arteshields' (SP recovery), status-effect remedies such as 'Antidotal' and 'Holy Seeds', and useful tools like 'Life Bottles' for instant revival. It's wise to always keep a healthy stock of these items, especially before embarking on long journeys or challenging dungeons.

Specialized merchants may also appear in certain locations:

  • Outfitters: These vendors sell cosmetic items like costumes and attachments, allowing you to customize your characters' appearance.
  • Fishmongers: In towns with fishing spots, you might find merchants who buy your caught fish or sell rare fishing bait.
  • Traveling Merchants: Occasionally, you'll encounter nomadic traders who offer a unique selection of goods, sometimes including rare crafting materials or powerful accessories.

When selling items, prioritize selling duplicate or low-level equipment that you no longer need. However, be mindful of materials required for crafting; it's generally better to hold onto crafting components unless you have an abundance.

Key shop locations and their general offerings:

Location Primary Services
Ulzebek Blacksmith, General Store
Cysloden Blacksmith, General Store, Outfitter
Viscint Blacksmith, General Store, Outfitter, Fishmonger
Niez Blacksmith, General Store

Always check the inventory of each shop as you visit new towns, as their stock will often reflect the progression of the story and the materials available in the surrounding areas.