Upon entering the forest east of Totus, you'll be prompted to engage in your first battles. The enemies here, primarily Slimes and Bats, are very weak and serve as an excellent introduction to the Linear Motion Battle System. Practice your basic attacks (A button) and guarding (B button). You won't have any Artes yet, so focus on timing your attacks and movement. Chester will assist you, demonstrating his archery skills. Don't worry about taking damage; these early encounters are designed to be easy. Collect any Gald (currency) or items dropped by enemies. After defeating a few groups, a cutscene will automatically play, signaling the end of this segment and the beginning of the game's main conflict. Ensure you've explored the small forest path before the cutscene, as there might be a hidden chest with a minor item like an Apple Gel.
