How Quests and Bracer Points Work
Quests matter because they are the main way to build Bracer Points (BP), improve Estelle’s rank, and earn useful equipment, mira, and materials. Missing a deadline or choosing the wrong answer can cost BP permanently, so check each guild board before advancing the story.
The game has a narrow margin for reaching the top Bracer rank. Rank A requires 450 BP, while the available total is 452 BP. That means completing required requests alone is not enough: you need sidequests, hidden requests, and most bonus-BP decisions.
New requests usually appear on the minimap with a green exclamation mark. Still, revisit guild boards after major scenes, as some quests have limited availability windows.
| Quest type | What to expect | Best habit |
|---|---|---|
| Main story requests | Required for progression and often include BP decisions | Save before dialogue and investigations |
| Sidequests | Optional jobs with deadlines and rewards | Accept them immediately from the board |
| Monster requests | Defeat specific enemies in a named area | Bring a full party when possible |
| Hidden quests | Started by speaking to particular NPCs | Talk to townspeople after story updates |
A dependable quest routine is:
- Read the board every time you enter a new region.
- Complete short-deadline jobs before continuing the main objective.
- Save before major dialogue prompts, boss encounters, and investigation conclusions.
- Check your Bracer Notebook to confirm accepted requests and deadlines.
- Explore towns again after cutscenes, especially guilds, inns, shops, and public facilities.
Prologue and Ruan Quest Tips
The opening scenario gives several chances to earn extra BP. These choices are easy to overlook because they happen during story scenes rather than on a request board. Treat every question as an investigation: select the answer that best fits the evidence, rather than simply choosing the most aggressive response.
| Prologue moment | Best response or action | Bonus BP |
|---|---|---|
| Gunfire at the lodge | Wake up | 2 |
| Jaeger encounter | Defeat the opponent | 2 |
| Who carried Estelle and Anelace? | The Jaeger assailants | 2 |
| What did the Jaeger Corps do? | Moved to a new base | 3 |
| How to bluff the pursuers | Say there is no need to call | 2 |
Ruan is one of the first areas where quest timing becomes important. Pick up the available requests before leaving town, then plan a route that clears nearby monster jobs while gathering materials for other assignments.
| Ruan request | Key requirement | Helpful advice |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredient Inquiry | Deliver six different monster ingredients | Fight enemies around Ruan and visit Sapphirl Tower for the harder-to-find Monster Horn |
| Sapphirl Snapshot | Photograph the correct object | Face the central device behind the nearest pillars |
| Lighthouse Learning | Restore the lighthouse controls | Set switches to Low, then Mid, then High |
| The “White Shadow” | Compare witness statements | Focus on the direction in which the figure disappeared |
| Sunday Scholar | Complete a Bracer Guild quiz | Save first and answer each question carefully |
For Ingredient Inquiry, turn in Monster Bone, Monster Fang, Monster Tender, Monster Roe, Monster Bird Egg, and Monster Horn for the best result. The horn is the item most likely to delay completion, since it comes from Flying Shrimp around Sapphirl Tower.
The Ruan monster requests are safer once the party has at least three members. You can accept them early, but waiting briefly reduces the risk of being overwhelmed and makes clearing travel routes more efficient.
Sunday Scholar is a major early BP check. Its quiz covers Bracer Guild principles, ranks, founding history, age requirements, safety duties, and local Liberl facts. If you are aiming for maximum BP, save before beginning it so a mistaken answer does not become permanent.
Chapter 2 Quest Checklist
Chapter 2, “The Raging Land,” shifts the focus toward investigating earthquakes and their source. This section includes required investigation work, regional monster contracts, and several optional assignments that are easy to bypass if you rush through the story.
| Chapter 2 category | Quests |
|---|---|
| Required | Earthquake Investigation; Investigate the Epicenter |
| Optional jobs | New Model Orbal Gun Test; Parts Search; The Stolen Sign; Training Assistance |
| Optional jobs | Eliminate the Peeping Tom; Recruiting Great Gamblers |
| Monster requests | Kaldia Tunnel Monster; Soldat Army Road Monster; Tratt Plains Monster; Tratt Plains Monster 2 |
| Hidden | Election Office Assault |
Accept the available work before advancing from one settlement to the next. The monster requests are particularly convenient when grouped by route: clear them while traveling toward story destinations instead of making separate return trips.
Training Assistance and the New Model Orbal Gun Test are good examples of requests that reward preparation. Bring a balanced party, keep healing items ready, and review your Orbment setup before starting. Your selected early companion also changes your immediate battle options: Agate offers strong physical damage, while Scherazard provides more Arts flexibility and utility.
The choice does not lock you out of the game’s overall quest content, but it can affect how comfortable particular fights feel. Build Estelle around the partner you selected rather than trying to force both characters into the same role.
For difficult quest monsters, equip accessories that resist the status effects used by the target. Focus attacks on one enemy at a time, especially when facing groups that can stack dangerous buffs or pressure the party with repeated turns.
Reaching Maximum BP
A maximum-BP run is less about grinding and more about consistency. Complete every available request, pursue bonus objectives in story scenes, and avoid letting deadlines expire. The two-point cushion means even a small number of missed rewards can prevent Rank A.
| Priority | Why it matters | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Time-limited requests | They may disappear after story progress | Finish them before moving to the next objective |
| Bonus dialogue | Some choices award extra BP | Save before answering if uncertain |
| Hidden quests | They contribute to the total | Speak with NPCs in newly opened locations |
| Optional battles | Certain wins provide BP bonuses | Prepare, then retry if needed |
| Quest turn-ins | Rewards may improve with complete deliveries | Gather every requested item before reporting back |
Do not assume a lower-reward dialogue option is harmless. Some investigations give partial BP for a plausible answer, while the correct conclusion awards the full bonus. When a scene presents evidence from multiple witnesses, compare details such as direction, timing, motive, and access rather than picking the broadest statement.
A few practical habits make a full-clear playthrough smoother:
- Keep multiple save files, especially before chapter transitions.
- Turn in completed requests before leaving a region.
- Buy or collect status-resistance accessories when shops make them available.
- Use field combat carefully, then transition to command battles for dangerous groups.
- Review accepted requests after every major story event.
Fishing, cooking, gambling, treasure hunting, and collectible notebooks are optional systems that can support your run with items and rewards, but they should not distract you from expiring quests. Finish short-deadline work first, then return to side activities when the chapter is stable.
FAQ
How many BP are needed for the highest Bracer rank?
You need 450 BP to reach Rank A. Since the game offers 452 total BP, a near-complete run is required.
Are trails in the sky 2nd chapter quests missable?
Yes. Some requests have deadlines, and some bonus BP comes from dialogue choices or optional victories. Always check the board before advancing the main story.
Should I do monster quests immediately?
Accept them immediately, but you can wait until you have a stronger or larger party if the deadline is long. Group nearby monster contracts into one travel route.
Which early companion is better for quests?
Agate is stronger for physical offense, while Scherazard offers more Arts and utility. Either works; choose the one that best supports your preferred Estelle build.
How do I find hidden quests?
Talk to NPCs after story developments, revisit public locations, and watch for new green minimap markers. Hidden jobs may begin through conversation instead of the guild board.