Weapons and armor are critical for boosting your characters' offensive and defensive capabilities. Each character has specific weapon and armor types they can equip. Weapons primarily increase Attack (physical) and Intelligence (magic), while armor boosts Defense and Magic Defense. Always aim to equip the strongest available gear. You can acquire weapons and armor through:
- Purchasing from shops (upgrade shops for better selection).
- Finding them in treasure chests.
- As drops from powerful enemies or bosses.
- Crafting (though less prevalent in Xillia compared to other Tales games, some unique items may be found).
Pay attention to any elemental properties or special effects weapons and armor might have, as these can be advantageous in certain encounters.