Class Unlock Guide

Unlock new classes in Xenoblade Chronicles 3 by completing Hero Quests. Expand your party's combat options and strategic depth with unique Hero classes.

Unlocking new classes for your party members is a core progression mechanic in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, significantly expanding your combat options and strategic depth. Each Hero you recruit to your party comes with their own unique class. By completing specific Hero Quests, you can unlock these classes for your main party members (Noah, Mio, Eunie, Taion, Lanz, Sena) to use. This guide will walk you through the process of acquiring every base game class.

General Class Unlock Process

The general method for unlocking a new class involves two primary steps:

1. Recruit the Hero: Each class is tied to a specific Hero character. You must first complete their associated Hero Quest to have them join your party. Once a Hero joins, their class becomes available to one of your main party members.
2. Witness the Class Unlock: After a Hero joins, their class will automatically be unlocked for a specific main party member (e.g., Noah unlocks the Swordfighter class, Mio unlocks the Zephyr class). To make the class available for *all* main party members, you usually need to complete a certain amount of the Hero's affinity chart or progress further in the main story.

It's crucial to remember that while a Hero is in your active party, their class cannot be used by any other party member. They are the sole wielder of that specific class.

Unlocking Specific Classes

Early Game Classes (Chapter 1-3)

• Swordfighter (Noah's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Zephyr (Mio's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Medic Gunner (Eunie's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Heavy Guard (Lanz's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Tactician (Taion's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Ogre (Sena's Class): Unlocked automatically at the start of the game.
• Flash Fencer (Ethel's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Kindest Blade"
  • Location: Colony 4, Aetia Region.
  • Walkthrough: This quest becomes available early in Chapter 2. Simply follow the main story objectives, and you will naturally encounter Ethel and initiate her recruitment quest. Completing it adds her to your party and unlocks the Flash Fencer class for Noah.
• Guardian Commander (Valdi's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Hillside Anomaly"
  • Location: Colony 30, Fornis Region.
  • Walkthrough: After progressing through Chapter 2 and reaching the Fornis Region, you'll eventually come across Colony 30. Speak to the residents, and the quest will become available. Completing it adds Valdi and unlocks the Guardian Commander class for Lanz.
• War Medic (Riku & Manana's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "A Nopon's Counsel"
  • Location: Alfors Peak, Fornis Region.
  • Walkthrough: This quest typically becomes available after completing Valdi's Hero Quest and progressing further into Chapter 3. You'll find Riku and Manana near Alfors Peak. Completing their quest adds them to your party and unlocks the War Medic class for Eunie.

Mid-Game Classes (Chapter 4-5)

• Yumsmith (Teach's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "Going Beyond Power"
  • Location: Colony Gamma, Pentelas Region.
  • Walkthrough: As you enter the Pentelas Region in Chapter 3/4, you'll encounter Colony Gamma. Engage with the Nopon and other residents to initiate Teach's quest. Successfully completing it will add Teach to your roster and unlock the Yumsmith class for Taion.
• Thaumaturge (Miyabi's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "Miyabi's Homecoming"
  • Location: City, Aetia Region (later).
  • Walkthrough: This quest becomes available after reaching the City in Chapter 4. You'll need to speak to various NPCs within the City to uncover information about Miyabi. Completing her quest will unlock the Thaumaturge class for Mio.
• Seraph (Isurd's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Wrath of Isurd"
  • Location: Colony Lambda, Pentelas Region.
  • Walkthrough: During Chapter 4, as you navigate the Pentelas Region, you'll encounter Colony Lambda. Isurd's quest will become available as part of the main story progression or by exploring the colony. Completing it adds Isurd and unlocks the Seraph class for Sena.
• Strategos (Juniper's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Shadow of Nopon"
  • Location: Colony Tau, Pentelas Region.
  • Walkthrough: After progressing through the Pentelas Region in Chapter 4, you'll find Colony Tau. Juniper's quest involves helping them with a particular threat. Completing this quest adds Juniper and unlocks the Strategos class for Eunie.

Late Game Classes (Chapter 6-7 & Post-Game)

• Stalker (Gray's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Shadow of Gray"
  • Location: Aetia Region (near Gura Flank).
  • Walkthrough: This quest can be initiated relatively early, but Gray is a higher-level Hero. Look for a question mark icon in the Aetia Region, specifically around the Gura Flank area. Completing his quest adds Gray and unlocks the Stalker class for Noah.
• Incursor (Triton's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Sea's Voice"
  • Location: Cadensia Region (various locations).
  • Walkthrough: Triton's quest becomes available once you gain access to the Cadensia Region in Chapter 5. You'll encounter him and his crew. Completing his quest adds Triton and unlocks the Incursor class for Taion.
• Troubadour (Ghondor's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Ultimate Weapon"
  • Location: Prison, Keves Castle.
  • Walkthrough: Ghondor's class is unlocked automatically as part of the main story progression in Chapter 6 when she joins your party. This unlocks the Troubadour class for Sena.
• Full Metal Jaguar (Ashera's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Wild Ride"
  • Location: Colony 11, Cadensia Region.
  • Walkthrough: After reaching the Cadensia Region in Chapter 5, seek out Colony 11. Ashera's quest involves a rather chaotic situation. Completing it adds Ashera and unlocks the Full Metal Jaguar class for Lanz.
• Lifesage (Alexandria's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Kindred Spirit"
  • Location: Colony Iota, Fornis Region.
  • Walkthrough: Alexandria's quest is available once you can access Colony Iota in the Fornis Region. This quest often involves a strategic approach to combat. Completing it adds Alexandria and unlocks the Lifesage class for Mio.
• Martial Artist (Monica's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The City's Protector"
  • Location: City, Aetia Region.
  • Walkthrough: Monica's class is unlocked automatically as part of the main story progression in Chapter 6 when she joins your party. This unlocks the Martial Artist class for Noah.
• Signifer (Fiona's Class):
  • Hero Quest: "The Hope of Fiona"
  • Location: Colony Mu, Cadensia Region.
  • Walkthrough: In the Cadensia Region, locate Colony Mu. Fiona's quest involves helping her colony. Completing it adds Fiona and unlocks the Signifer class for Eunie.
• Soulhacker (Miyabi's Class - Post-Game):
  • Hero Quest: "The Soulhacker's Secret"
  • Location: Various locations (requires specific monster kills).
  • Walkthrough: This class is unique as it's unlocked by finding and defeating specific Unique Monsters and then speaking to Miyabi. It's generally considered a post-game class due to the difficulty of the monsters involved. This unlocks the Soulhacker class for Taion.

Tips for Efficient Class Unlocking

• Prioritize Hero Quests: Whenever a Hero Quest appears on your map (indicated by a question mark icon), try to complete it as soon as possible. Not only do you gain a powerful ally, but you also unlock a new class for your main party.
• Explore Thoroughly: Many Hero Quests are found by simply exploring new colonies or areas and speaking to NPCs. Don't rush through the main story; take your time to uncover these side quests.
• Check Affinity Charts: For some Heroes, further progression of their class for other party members is tied to their Affinity Chart. Check the Hero's menu to see what tasks need to be completed.
• Main Story Progress: A few classes are unlocked automatically as part of the main story, so keep progressing if you're stuck finding new Heroes.