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Main Story
Chapter 1
- Rex’s primary mission as a salvager is to send the majority of his income to support his home village. Even when he receives a major payment from the chairman, he ensures that nearly all of it is sent back home.
- While meeting with Rex on top of the ship, Nia asks Rex why he became a salvager. His reason? He hopes to find a way to support his village and he shares with her why he wants Elysium to become a reality: so that everyone can have a place to live. Nia states that every person she has met is selfish by nature. However, Rex might be the first person she has met who isn't.
- After Malos’ lecture them, Nia and Rex burst into laughter after Rex quipped, "You know, my Gramps always told me to 'respect my elders.'"
- Nia revealed her true colors when she was enrage upon witnessing Jin's act of killing Rex. This pivotal moment, and when Malos ask her to kill the guild mates, led her to wholeheartedly align herself with Rex and Pyra's side, especially after Rex was miraculously revived.
- After his demise, Rex's primary concern was not for his own fate, but rather the safety and well-being of his guild mates who were now in jeopardy by Jin and Malos.
- Pyra offered half of her life force to revive Rex, and in return, Rex willingly accepted her condition to take her to Elysium.
- Amidst the chaos, as Nia was sent flying after shielding Pyra and Rex from an attack, Rex sprang into action, leaping to catch her and prevent her from plummeting into the perilous cloud sea below.
- In a moment of dire desperation, just when all hope seemed lost, Azurda swooped down to the ship, unleashing powerful blasts that thwarted Malos and Jin, ultimately saving Rex from imminent danger.
- The chapter begins with Pyra giving Rex a Lap Pillow while she waits for him to regain consciousness. Rex’s first concern after coming to is worrying over Nia and Azurda.
- Rex displayed genuine concern for Azurda, fearing that his grandfather was on the brink of death. He even offered herbs in hope that it helps. Overcoming the shock of Azurda’s fake demise and subsequent loss of his home, Rex expressed relief that his gramps was alive and well.
- Rex shows no remorse for accepting the job, even in the face of Azurda's protests. He understood that if he hadn't taken the job, Malos would have seized Pyra, a situation he was determined to prevent at all costs.
- While being captured by Brigid, Nia tells Rex and the party to save themselves. Despite only knowing them for roughly a day or two, Nia begins to view them as her friends.
- Tora explains that the reason he saved Rex and Pyra is that he always wanted to have Driver friends and desire of being Rex's sidekick to become great. Rex told him that he doesn't need a sidekick but would love to be friends, which made Tora overjoyed.
- As Tora began prying into the intricacies of Pyra’s powers, Rex intervened, urging Tora to cease his questioning as it was evidently unsettling her.
- Even after being informed that Drivers can have more than one Blade, Rex still asked Pyra if she was okay with him having more Blades. Pyra didn't mind one bit.
- Learning that Tora needs money to complete his artificial blade, Pyra offers to sell one of her earrings. Rex isn't having any of that and offers to make the money himself.
- Before awakening the "artificial blade," Pyra told Tora that he shouldn't keep calling her that and suggested he give her a proper name. He happily agrees.
- As Nia waits in her prison cell, memories of how Jin came to her rescue in the past flood her mind. When her cell door opens, Nia initially believes it's Jin, but to her surprise, it's Rex and his friends who have come to rescue her. Nia's astonishment quickly turns to joy as she realizes that her new friends are there to save her.
- Morag's reason for capturing Pyra isn't to exploit her as a weapon, but rather to prevent a repeat of the past incidents that befell Torna.
- Even upon learning that Pyra might have caused the sinking of three continents in the past, Rex remained resolute and refused to hand her over, emphasizing that she's a living being.
- Morag realized that Rex had held back during the fight and didn't want to harm her. This realization made her want to give Rex and Pyra some space for the time being.
- After the chaos, Rex asks Nia if she wants to join their quest to find Elysium. Although initially unsure due to concerns about Pyra's true nature, Nia eventually changes her mind when Pyra lightens the mood by joking that she couldn't backstab Rex; because she doesn't have a knife.
- Rex states his two reasons for wanting to find Elysium: as a gesture of gratitude for Pyra saving his life and to prevent an upcoming war. Pyra can't help but feel touched by Rex's declaration.
- When they first make camp, Dromarch positions himself behind Nia, who settles back against him without a second thought. Later, Nia is seen flopped on top of him, sleeping soundly. It shows how close their bond really is without a word of dialog.
- Rex's Adorkable moment at the end of Chapter 2, where he tries to deny indirectly calling Pyra pretty by complimenting the fire that she made. She smiles, and the two of them continue to enjoy watching it burn bright. Before that, they even treat each other wounds from their previous fight.
- Vandham interrupts the fight to clarify that he was just testing Rex and to demonstrate the energy Blades give to their Drivers in battle and to let him know to not tire out Pyra. Pyra also realizes during the battle that he has no harmful intentions. Afterwards, Vandham invites them to a meal as a token of gratitude for fighting against the Aegis.
- Vandham shares that during times of war, he took in kids, providing them a home until they could take care of themselves. Rex begins to feel a sense of belonging, as it feels like his home village.
- Vandham imparts to Rex the notion that everyone is part of a war in some way, regardless of how small their role may seem. He explains that he formed the Mercenary Group to protect and care for those he holds dear.
- Vandham assumes the role of a mentor/father figure for Rex, offering valuable insights on being a Driver. He emphasizes the importance of a Driver’s duty to protect their Blade and shares his own experiences, highlighting how he spent five years perfecting a move that Rex effortlessly performed after just witnessing it once. Vandham recognizes Rex’s remarkable potential and believes in a bright future for him.
- Vandham realizes that Pyra is now vulnerable because she’s sharing her life force with a mortal, and he warned Rex about it. However, Rex states that it’s fine because he’s sworn to protect her regardless.
- After Akhos fled the scene, Pyra collapsed from nearly being killed by him. The first thing Rex did was rush over to see if she was okay. As she rests, Rex worries if he had overdrained her or not.
- Vandham tells Rex that he and Akhos were not so different. Everyone is fighting their own war, and there’s no such thing as purely good or bad guys.
- Nia wants to tell Vandham about her past with Torna, but Pyra convinced her to have Rex back her up, to which he happily agreed.
- Vandham shows understanding of Nia's past work with Torna, acknowledging that anyone facing hardships might do anything to survive. What truly matters is that she's now with Rex and the others.
- Pyra steps in to defend Iona when a Urya soldier tries to steal her food. Rex joins her, asserting that the strong should always protect the weak.
- Recognizing that the play brought up painful memories, Nia asks that Rex goes and checks up on Pyra, showing concern for her mental well-being.
- When Cole is alone with Pyra, he checks if the play brought back any bad memories for her and wants to ensure she's alright. Pyra responds that there were some good memories. Cole explains that he created the play to showcase their experiences and the good they did.
- Asked about Rex, Pyra describes him as a good Driver with a kind heart.
- Vandham sacrificed himself not only to save Rex but also everyone else. He had only known the group for a few days, yet he believed in their ability to reach Elysium. He gave Rex one last piece of advice: to live for Pyra and to fight his own war.
- Although Mythra wasn’t too pleased about being awakened, she still did so to protect Rex and the others.
- Despite Akhos being a psychopath who showed little care for others’ lives, he was devastated when Obrona died for good. This showed that he is capable of love for his teammates.
- A small one, while Rex is mourning over Vandham's death, Nia ensures that the unconscious Pyra is okay by holding her.
- Mythra yells at Rex for waking her up and expressed her reluctance to use her powers. She demanded to know why he couldn't escape from Malos as Vandham had suggested. While Rex feels bad, he also explains that he couldn't give up on Pyra like that, which left Mythra stunned for a moment.
- After Vandham's funeral, Pyra approaches Rex to provide comfort and apologize for Mythra's behavior. Rex acknowledges Mythra's perspective and accepts it. When Pyra expresses her belief that her powers pale in comparison to Mythra's, Rex assures her that her power is still incredible and he can sense its strength.
- Rex reassures Pyra that she has no need to apologize and encourages her to forgive herself for her past mistakes as Mythra. He demonstrates to Pyra that he is not afraid of her immense and dangerous abilities, making him possibly the first person to do so. He also emphasizes how her powers can be harnessed to help others.
- After parting ways with Cole, Rex made one last request to him: to create a play about Vandham, sharing his stories and giving everyone something to look forward to after reaching Elysium. Cole happily accepted the request.
- In his final will, Vandham entrusts Rex with the Garfont Mercenaries. When questioned by Rex, Yew states that Vandham sees a lot of potential in him and that he’s honest and straightforward, inspiring many of the mercenaries.
- At the Lemour Inn, Mythra hits Rex in the forehead after thinking he snuck into her room while she was sleeping (she was actually sleepwalking and ended up in the boys room). Afterwards, Pyra ever-so-sweetly tries to nurse Rex's bruise in a scene that's both touching and fan-servicey. (Although, she does mention having her own headache from that night...)
- Rhys and the other Cordell orphans, whom the group meet when one of them, Rhys, steals Roc's Core Crystal from Rex, prompting them to pursue them back to Gormotti Province. After retrieving the crystal, Rex offers to hear the orphans out. When they learn that the bandits that razed their village are planning to attack Torigoth, Rex offers to stop them, especially since he and his friends, by defeating the consul, have effectively left Torigoth vulnerable. After leaving the defeated bandits to the Ardainian army, Rex brings the kids to Goldmouth, where he convinces the workers to let them on as apprentice salvagers, even citing their skill with their "quick fingers". Rhys is surprised and very grateful. Even better, if you check on them over the course of the story, Rhys and the others slowly get into salvaging, even retrieving a rare item (given the regular gear they were using) that they pass on to you.
- Rex: [jovially] All right, work hard, ya rascals!
- En route to the bandits' hideout, Rex finally re-summons Roc in order to clear a miasma storm blocking the way. Once he's done, what's the first thing Roc asks Rex? What kind of person his old Driver was. After being told, he promises the team that he will strive to be a Blade that his former Driver would be proud of, despite no longer having any memory of him.
- Even though the bandits have burned down a village before, Rex ensures he doesn’t kill any of them, as there are more than one way to deal with them.
- As Nia leaves the bath, Mythra picks up on what Nia is hiding (based on what we later learn in the game, it’s quite significant) and asks if she wants her and Pyra to keep it a secret. Nia appreciates it. This also shows Nia’s trust in them (and Poppi) to keep her secret.
- Tora made sure to make Poppi waterproof not only to prevent rusting but also for her enjoyment during baths.
- During the ruckus, Mythra asks Rex if it’s okay for her to remain as herself so he can get used to her powers. Despite their rough start, Rex doesn’t mind at all, wanting to get to know Mythra. This flustered her as she doesn’t see herself as different from Pyra.
- Rex then further states that he has had a lot of fun with Pyra and wonders what Mythra would bring. Mythra can’t help but point out that there were rough patches in their journey, but Rex believes that the good comes with the rough.
- In the center of the Abandoned Factory, Tora, for the longest time thought his dad died years ago, finally reunite with Tatazo, being over joy to a point of hugging. The sight tugs at Mythra's heartstrings, causing her to tear up. Rex notice this and offers her a handkerchief with a compassionate smile. Mythra smile as she accepts the gesture.
- Despite having said that there's no hope of freeing her, Tatazo throws himself between Poppi and Lila, since Lila is all that he has left of Soosoo, Tora's grampypon. Hearing this inspires Lila to breaks free of Bana's control device with Poppi catching her, telling her, "I very proud of you, sister."
- Lila sacrifices some of her energy source so that Poppi can fully power up and defeat Bana.
- Lora and Haze were very close during Addam’s time, to the point where Haze happily hugs Lora’s arm, overjoyed to be considered similar enough to be sisters.
- Although Haze no longer remembers Mythra and goes by Fan now, Mythra still shows concern for her old friend, and Fan treats Mythra with kindness, worrying about whether she will catch a cold (despite Blades not being able to get sick).
- Pyra is filled with excitement as she looks forward to visiting the hometown where Rex was raised. She expresses her eagerness to learn more about his family and friends from the village he grew up in.
- Unlike Nia, Rex was quicker to forgive Morag and Brighid for the prison incident in Gormott, seeing it as a misunderstanding. This led to Nia, despite calling Rex an idiot, trying to be friendly with Morag.
- Tora states that he’s amazed by all the new places he’s been visiting since becoming a Driver, telling Poppi that his days of being stuck in the lab are over. Rex even vouches for him, affirming that he is indeed a true Driver.
- Watching Fonsett’s kids jump off the cliff into the Cloud Sea brings back fond memories for Rex, reminding him of his own childhood when he did the same thing.
- The moment Rex steps into Fonsett, all the kids welcome him with warm smiles and cheers due to the significant help Rex had provided to them. Corinne mentions that one of them is now going to school in Indol thanks to Rex’s support.
- Corinne kindly allows the party to stay at her place, only asking for a minimal payment of one gil compared to what other inns would charge.
- Although it’s a bit sad, Rex introduces Pyra to his parents’ grave, mentioning that they would have loved her if they were still around. This sentiment brings a smile to Pyra’s face.
- Corinne playfully acts as a Shipper on Deck for Pyra and Rex, sharing a story about how Blades and Drivers used to get married in the past. Her "subtle" hint implies that she wouldn't mind if Pyra married Rex, causing Pyra to blush.
- As a side note, Pyra helps Corinne clean the dishes and expresses her gratitude for looking after them.
- Rex's mother faced struggles and came close to death, but she persevered to ensure her son's safety in Fonsett, pushing through the challenges before dying.
- Corinne reassures Pyra, after confessing her feelings of thinking the world and Rex would be better off without her, that Rex is a strong young man who will take care of her.
- During their third fight with Zeke, the latter wonders why Rex isn’t using Mythra’s power. Rex claims that the power is only used for bad people, which makes Zeke laugh and state that he passed his test.
- Rex feels a slight sense of disappointment upon discovering how much Mythra praises Addam, as he doesn't see himself as an ideal Driver or hero. However, Pyra reassures him by mentioning that Mythra said he and Addam are quite alike, something she agrees as well, causing Rex to blush.
- Haze is overjoyed when Rex tells her he will ask Mythra for further details about Haze’s past life during Addam’s era, something she has been missing and worrying about for a while.
- Despite the upcoming possible war having nothing to do with them, Rex still wants to help, even suggesting it could count as payment for the water tower damage. Zeke is even impressed by his willingness.
- Even though Jin killed her, the last thing Fan did was gently touch Jin’s face as she crumbled to her death. This suggests she either forgave Jin for killing her or remembered her life as Haze and recognized who Jin is, using the touch to comfort both herself and him.
- Malos, after Jin finished his healing treatment, asked if he’s alright and promised to make his dream come true. However, he emphasized that Jin needs to stop putting himself at risk.
- While Rex mourns the death of Haze, Nia is surprised to see that Mythra is the one who wants to comfort him. However, Pyra advises Mythra to give Rex some space, revealing Mythra's genuine concern for Rex's mental well-being.
- Even though they started off on the wrong foot, Nia feels bad for leaving Morag behind as they headed for Tantal and actually wants her to come along.
- Niall risks it all to save everyone from Bana’s bomb. Niall proves himself as a loving king who is willing to put down his life to help not only Morag but his rival nation leaders.
- Despite it could expose her true nature, Nia helps revive Niall, not letting what happened to Vandham happen to Niall, especially how devastated Morag is. In return, Niall doesn’t reveal Nia’s true nature to her friends, respecting her wishes.
- Queen Raqura reveals not to be so much of a bad person, reacting with sadness when Niall sacrifices himself to save everyone.
- Morag is overjoyed to see Niall alive and thanks Nia for helping him, owing her everything.
- Realizing he’s not a talented Driver, Niall entrusts Morag with Aegaeon after he is reset back to his Core Crystal.
- Morag and Niall reveal they are very close back during their childhood, how they would sneak off and swim in the lake with the other kids.
- Niall even believes Morag would have be a better leader than he is, but Morag believes that if she didn’t become an Inquisitor, she wouldn’t have met Brighid, Rex, and others. Something that Niall takes note of and allows her to be with them for the time being.
- Rex is overjoyed to have Morag stick around, even considering going to ask Niall if she could come along before she tells them.
- While on their trip to Tantal, Rex learns about Zeke's backstory from Pandoria and how his father essentially disowned him. Pandoria tells the story in a very teasing way, much to Zeke's chagrin, but then notes that she really loves Zeke, which is why she's able to mess with him the way she does.
- When asked about whom he fancies, Pyra or Mythra, by Zeke, Rex considers them basically the same person, something Zeke finds odd because Mythra is intense and Pyra is pretty mellow. However, Rex knows that Pyra can be stubborn and has a lot of backbone, something Zeke points out, highlighting that Rex must have a deep understanding of the two if he can notice that.
- Zeke owes everything to Amalthus because he found him half dead after being kicked out by his dad and took him in.
- Played for Laughs, when Nia seeks warmth and snuggles up to Pyra, Pyra is slightly bothered. Nia explains that she chooses Pyra because she finds her to be warm, which leads to Pyra smiling a little. This moment indicates the close bond between Nia and Pyra, despite Brighid's offer to warm Nia first with her hotter flames.
- After learning that his father is making shady business, Zeke decides to go against his father and help his friends save Pyra from being destroyed.
- Rex states that he doesn’t mind sharing Pyra and Mythra’s pain, as he considers it a symbol of their bonds as Driver and Blade.
- After the party successfully rescues Pyra from Tantal, Rex offers comforting words to the weary Pyra. In response, Pyra smiles back at him, expressing her happiness at seeing him and her friends go to such lengths to save her.
- Addam leaves a message for Pyra to spread to help humanity, knowing there will be many hardships.
- Despite the king and his royal guards trying to kill her previously, Pyra was the first one to want to save Tantal and its people because their citizens aren’t related to that conflict.
- At the beginning of Chapter 7, after Rex's Darkest Hour where he plans on giving up, following up on Nia and Brighid each giving him a rather percussive Get A Hold Of Yourself Man, it looks like Poppi is going to follow that up with a Megaton Punch... only for her to tap her knuckles against his head, gently put her hand on his cheek, and give him a tearful Rousing Speech that helps pull him out of his funk.
- During their journey to the Crucible, Nia opens up to Rex about her past, and in response, Rex assures her that he appreciates and likes the person she is today, encouraging her not to worry about her past.
- When confronted by a hooded figure who questions his reasons for fighting, Rex gives a simple yet powerful response. He fights for the sake of Gramps, Nia, Tora, Pyra, and Mythra, emphasizing his deep sense of loyalty and dedication to his companions.
- Nia finally accepting her nature as a Blade in order to protect those she loves, and declares her love for Rex. And even though Rex is being Rex, she takes it in stride.
- Nia's relationship with her father. Most of this is revealed in Chapter 7 coinciding with the Blade reveal, but it's clear that despite her father's very heartbreaking (and creepy and weird) reaction to Nia's sister's death, Nia still cared deeply for him, showing that he tried his very best to treat Nia like a nobleman's daughter despite the elephant in the room.
- Addam's messages. Despite all the pain he went through in the DLC as Mythra's Driver, he NEVER blamed her for what happened to Torna. He lamented the fact that he was scared of her power and that he passed that fear onto her, and his greatest wish was for her to find the person who would be able to fully accept her.
- Rex’s speech to Pyra and Mythra. They are begging him to stop, saying that their goal this entire time was have the Architect let them die once they reached Elysium. But Rex responds that the entire reason he set out was for them, and that he feels their pain. He promises them he won’t let the world burn a second time, and this causes Pyra and Mythra to finally let go of their suffering.
- Pyra and Mythra reaction to Rex’s declaration. Pyra’s eyes well up with tears, moved by the depth of Rex’s commitment, while Mythra instinctively covers her mouth, overcome with emotion. For Pyra and Mythra, who had resigned themselves to their fate, found a group of friends that actually cares and love them enough to come to save them despite their claim for death.
- As Rex cries out for Pyra and Mythra to join him, the scene shifts to where they stand behind Aion. Pyra and Mythra ask Rex one last time if he’s prepared to bear the weight of their powers. Rex smile and poses a question in return: if they truly love this world. The Aegis’ response is a heartfelt affirmation, stating that they do, because Nia, Azurda, Rex, and all the people who inhabit it, they love it because of them. With newfound determination, Rex extends his hands, offering it to both Pyra and Mythra, who accept it with happiness and unity.
- Rex takes his All-Loving Hero tendencies to new heights when he unlocks the Aegis' true power and finally has Jin on the ropes. Rex has the opportunity to finish Jin off, but notices Jin's eyes twitching with despair exactly once. This is enough for Rex to completely give up on wanting to pay Jin back for kidnapping Pyra, setting Mor Ardain and Uraya against each other, and even killing Rex himself at the start of the game. From this point on, Rex utterly refuses to kill Jin and in fact invites him to join the party for a short time while Jin is injured, despite being told repeatedly that showing Jin mercy will not make him change his ways or abandon his own goals. Rex openly admits that he's giving Jin the chance to stab him again, but he trusts that it won't happen. All because of ONE. TWITCH.
- In the beginning of the chapter, after being separated from the rest of the party and finding themselves in the Land of Morytha, Rex returns the favor from the previous lap pillow by giving one to Mythra. He patiently waits for her to regain consciousness before setting off to find their friends.
- As Mythra wakes up in Rex's lap in the Land of Morytha, they share a bonding moment. Mythra become softer and more open, expressing her care for Rex. While earlier scenes primarily focused on Pyra's feelings for him, this moment and onwards highlights Mythra's emotional growth.
- While they walk, Rex inquires about Pyra's well-being following the recent ordeal. Mythra reveals that Pyra is sleeping and asks if Rex wants to talk to her. Rex decides it's best to let her rest, considering all that she has been through. Mythra responds with a simple smile, expressing her gratitude for Rex's consideration.
- Rex reveals that he prefers Pyra/Mythra wit ponytails, causing Mythra to blush and act Tsundere towards the comment.
- Poppi begging Jin to tell Brighid the truth of her journal counts in Chapter 8. It says a lot when the artificial robot of the group understands the importance of a Blade's memories the most.
- Though its a bit of a Tear Jerker, Poppi makes Mythra promise to destroy her should she ever endanger Tora or even the entire world.
- When being rescued and with ample opportunity to kill Rex and the team, Jin prevents Torna from firing, even going so far as to temporarily short out the systems; likely as recompense for the times Rex saved his life despite the fact that they're enemies.
- Despite being cold to her earlier in the chapter Jin takes a moment to tell Brighid that she's exactly like she was 500 years ago.
- Amalthus attempts to take control of Mythra once again, but she vehemently rejects his control. Defiantly, she proclaims that she is Rex's Blade, not his, firmly asserting her loyalty and connection to Rex.
- In a surprising display of affection, Malos embraces Jin and whispers something into his ear. This gesture leads Jin to pause and reflect, experiencing a moment of peaceful contemplation. It becomes evident that despite their actions, the two share a profound bond of companionship.
- At a certain point in the game, Rex, Pyra, and Nia gain a special Level 4 combo attack, where all three of them unite to battle any formidable opponent. During this powerful display, Nia openly affirms her place alongside them, while Pyra emphasizes the strength of their bonds, stating that they are united as one.
- During the party's chat with Klaus where Rex's optimism continues to shine though. Such as him saying that even after everything Malos has done after stopping him Rex would just punch him and them have a drink with him (even though Rex is not old enough to drink) and be friends. This causes the normally despondent Klaus to actually give a small smile. And later when the party does defeat Malos, Rex openly mentions that if only he was able to bond with Malos's Core Crystal like he did with Pyra maybe they could have lived peacefully as friends, with Malos replying "kids say the darnedest things" not completely against the idea.
- Rex's ideal dream within his nightmares and doubts, revolves around living a happy and simple life with both Pyra and Mythra in his home village. His dream doesn't involve grandeur or wealth; instead, it focuses on being with the two women he loves. It is worth noting that in his ideal dream, Pyra and Mythra are in separate bodies, emphasizing that Rex sees them as distinct individuals rather than a single entity, as he claimed to Zeke earlier in the game.
- The fact that Pyra and Mythra immediately halt the test and rush to comfort Rex when he breaks down showcases the depth of their care and concern for him. They simply cannot bear to inflict any harm upon him, demonstrating the immense love they hold for Rex.
- Rex's internal struggle regarding his ideal dream stems from feeling undeserving of such happiness while knowing that others are suffering. Even when he attains what he personally desires, Rex consistently prioritizes the well-being of others above his own.
- During the dinner scene, Mythra exhibits exceptional kindness and consideration towards Rex, expressing a willingness to cook for him and do whatever it takes to make him happy. This displays the genuine love Mythra harbors for Rex, as she is the first to rush to his side and offer comfort when he breaks down crying.
- While Pyra maintains a more resolute demeanor, she ultimately wants what is best for Rex. She leads him to the dinner she prepared, featuring all his favorite foods, showcasing her thoughtfulness and desire to bring him joy.
- After discovering Klaus's tragic journey and realizing that he is partly responsible for the mental prison he had to endured, Rex finds it within himself to express gratitude towards Klaus for creating him and the people he holds dear. Despite the immense suffering Klaus had made, Rex's appreciation touches Klaus deeply. For the first time in centuries, Klaus experiences a glimmer of happiness, believing that he did, in fact, made something right in the grand scheme of things.
- The ending: not only does Klaus, in his final moments, make all the Titans form a new mainland, an "Elysium" for humanity to live in, but Pyra/Mythra's core crystal reactivates, finally giving them and Rex a much earned happy ending. The music definitely helps, especially with how the final verse is timed to accompany Pyra's and Mythra's resurrection and Love Confession.
- Pneuma's internal monologue thanking Rex for shining a light on her long life, before going out with a smile. Additionally, the fact that, despite everything that's happened with Malos, she hears his voice asking her how she felt about being alive, showing some measure of reconciliation between the two Aegis'.
- One that's easy to miss when the team is falling out of the broken escape pod, Zeke is clinging to Pandoria to protect her.
- As the group is flying towards the new continent that Klaus created over the ages from the Titans, Pandoria has wrapped herself around Zeke's arm. When he notices he tries to shake her off but she just clings tighter so he accepts it. Doubles as a Funny Moment.
- Another blink-and-you'll-miss-it one, that happens in the background of one of the most tragic moments: after Poppi reveals why she can't help Rex, Tora doesn't pressure or judge her. He just wordlessly gets her attention and offers her a hug, which she quickly accepts.
- And then the title screen upon finishing the game showing Rex holding hands with Pyra and Mythra on the new mainland while they look upon the World Tree.
- After finishing the game on New Game Plus, if you wait on the title screen for a bit, Pyra will turn around and wave offscreen, signaling for Nia to come over, and she and Rex will take her hands. Nia even looks back at the viewer and gives the sweetest, most heartwarming smile. And as shown in the sequel, this is canon.
- Alternatively, she'll run up and playfully shove Rex out of the way, then just hold hands with Pyra and Mythra. Showing that her bonds with Aegis can go beyond their feelings for Rex.
- While possibly unintentional, if you watch the heartwarming ending and then immediately start a New Game Plus, the very first thing you see after the opening cutscene is that Rex is already accompanied by Pyra/Mythra, adding an And the Adventure Continues sort of vibe to the ending. Even better is that they don't leave the party at moments where they did during the initial playthrough and are there to stick it out with Rex all the way through.
Side Quests
- All of the interactions between Moban and his Blade, Vess, who has become his caretaker in his old age and playfully chides him like a naughty child for eating too much Bitter Choclit. Talking to Moban's children also reveals that Vess was their mother figure growing up after their own mother died.
- The events that lead up to obtaining Poppi's QT π upgrade include one minor objective to help gather material for Lila to make a new outfit for her. Seeing Lila and Poppi dote all over each other as sisters makes it the best part of that quest.
- Wulfric's Heart-to-Hearts and exclusive side-quest show that despite his monstrous appearance, he’s actually a huge softie who just wants to have friends. His eagerness and enthusiasm to go into a mine to save trapped miners compounds this. Plus, going into the Pouch shows he's into literature.
- Wulfric takes on greater significance towards the end of the game, as when the Architect describes the way the memories of Blades and their bonds with their Drivers contribute to the creation of new Blades in the life cycle, as he is among those shown when this is being explained. If this is the next stage of Blade evolution after countless generations of memories, humanity must be doing something right.
- The end of Ursula's quest can be this. Not only with Ursula getting the confidence she needs to put on a public performance and personally thank the Gormotti girl that got her into music, but for the player, after a ton of hard work, it's a huge relief to see Ursula's many, many lessons bear fruit.
- The conclusion of Agate's questline, another game-long ordeal. She succeeds at getting a rock named after herself. Particularly because this is an achievement that won't disappear with her memories - every time a new driver happens to walk past a merchant of semi-precious stones, she gets reminded that one time, she succeeded.
- Electra's questline is this in essence, as it begins with her lamenting her Power Incontinence and believing herself to be a liability for the party. To develop her ability to control herself, you need to solve challenges where, by the end, pretty much every electric Blade in the team will chip in to succeed for Electra's sake.
- The Theory and Praxis blade quest is full of this for the eponymous duo, but something Mòrag says at the end of it, while Theory is still struggling with the concept of being like a sister to Praxis when she considers herself dead weight, deserves special mention, especially given her own relationship with Niall.Mòrag: I think Praxis doesn't give up because of you, Theory. It's thanks to that synergy that exists between you that the townsfolk are smiling. Siblings have a duty to look out for each other, and amplify each other. This is what's happening here.
- Prior to that, there's the end of Praxis' quest. The gang gets into one last rumble with Theory and her evil driver. By this point, Theory's tried everything she could think of to win Praxis over, but nothing works. Finally, the driver makes one last rush at the party, but Theory intervenes, cutting him down and ensuring she dies in the process. At the end of a life of crime, she was able to do some good for her friend. Overlaps with Awesome and Tearjerking (the latter mitigated by the fact that you claim Theory's crystal and can wake her up in due time).
- After completing Cannadea's sidequestnote , she reveals that her love potion worked but the man she used it on accidentally looked at someone else first and fell madly in love with them. She apologizes for tricking you into helping her with the potion and decides to make a potion to change the world for real.
- During the Beneath the Aurora mission, Len finally succeeds in his proposal and asks his beloved to marry him. According to the female Blades who have been chosen as witnesses, the proposal goes well and is met with a positive response.
- If Mythra was chosen as one of the witnesses, she takes the opportunity to ask Rex directly if he will ever get around to proposing to her. Rex, after realizing her intentions, replies that it will take a good long while before he does so. While Mythra calls him hopeless, it is endearing to see that Rex genuinely contemplates the idea of marrying her in the future, showing his commitment and love for her.
Heart-To-Heart
- One Heart-to-Heart has Zeke defending Rex's dream to Elysium, because regardless of whether it exists or not, Rex believes it does and that's good enough for him.
- In one option, Rex expresses his preference for Azurda being in his smaller form. He explains that he enjoys the chance to give his gramps a ride and cherishes the opportunity to spend more quality time with him, which was not possible when Azurda was larger. Despite finding Rex's helmet a bit cramped, Azurda finds himself pleased with the sentiment behind Rex's comment, appreciating the bond they share.
- Despite Mythra inadvertently shattering Zeke's image of Addam due to his inability to handle spicy food, the fact that Mythra holds fond memories of her previous Driver and appreciates his endearing childish habits is quite heartwarming. It shows that, despite any shortcomings or quirks, there was a genuine bond between Mythra and Addam, leaving a lasting impression on her.
- Even though Rex may not be a true blood relative to the village, he develops a strong sense of familial connection with them. They cared for him after the loss of his parents, and their support and love made him see them as his own family.
- When Pyra expresses her desire for a large family like Rex's (considering she lacks a biological family), Rex proudly proclaims that Pyra is his family. This declaration showcases the deep bond and affection between them, as Rex wholeheartedly embraces Pyra as a cherished member of his chosen family.
- Played for Laughs and somewhat cringe-worthy manner, Pyra's motivation to listen to Tora's guide on winning men's hearts stems from her desire to make Rex happy. Despite the comedic nature of the situation, Pyra genuinely values Rex's happiness and is willing to explore unconventional methods in the hope of deepening their relationship
- Vess reunites with the family of her previous Driver, consisting of his two children, who understand why she does not remember them and have already found a new Driver. However, Vess, experiencing a strange sense of connection from the past, requests if she can visit them from time to time. The children become excited at the prospect of seeing her again, indicating their fondness for Vess.
- During their meeting, the two family members openly express how much of a wonderful mother figure Vess had been to them, especially after their biological mother's passing. As a heartfelt gesture, Vess offers them her famous dumplings, which evoke strong emotions and memories for the children. They are almost brought to tears by the nostalgia associated with Vess's cooking, demonstrating the deep impact she had made on their lives.
- As Tora questions his abilities as a fighter and wonders if Poppi would be better off with another driver, Rex and Nia attempt to reassure him that his skills are sufficient. However, their words do not convince Tora. In an attempt to settle the matter, Rex and Nia turn to Poppi and ask her what she would do if Tora were no longer her driver. Poppi's response is heartfelt and unexpected—she admits that she would likely break down and cry. Upon hearing this, Tora immediately backtracks on his earlier doubts, realizing the profound bond he shares with Poppi and how much she values him as her driver. The interaction serves to reaffirm Tora's worth and significance as a Driver, reminding him of the irreplaceable connection he has with Poppi.
- Gramps reveals a heartwarming story from Rex's childhood, recounting how a young Rex courageously defended another child from a monster. Although they needed the assistance of adults to handle the situation, it is endearing to know that even as a wild child, Rex demonstrated kindness and a strong sense of justice. Gramps emphasizes that despite Rex's small stature at the time, he possessed a remarkable bravery that often resulted in his losing but never deterred his determination.
- Gramps further explains that Rex's tears were not due to his own injury but because he was unable to help the other child. Pyra and Nia are genuinely impressed by Rex's bravery and selflessness, recognizing the exceptional qualities he possessed even at such a young age. The story serves to highlight Rex's innate kindness and his unwavering desire to protect and help others.
Walking Encyclopedia
- Despite starting off on the wrong foot, Adenine and Rododo bond over their love of knowledge and how much they both know about history. Their connection is so strong that Rododo lets Adenine buy the book and hopes to see her again soon.
A Tora and Poppi Production
- It’s adorable how Tora and Poppi create a play and want Nia to play the queen in their script.
Pandoria's Troubles
- Pandoria trusts Morag enough to talk about her feminist charm and even believes that Morag is beautiful despite dressing in traditional masculine clothing.
Post-Battle Quote
- After emerging victorious in a battle, Pyra compliments Rex’s skills, which surprises him. Rex promises to perform even better next time.
- Rex asks if Dromarch and Azurda have been getting along. Dromarch states that while they are different in many ways, he still considers Azurda as a friend.
- Under the banner of Salvager honor, Rex vows to keep Pyra safe. Her heart warms at his words.
- Pyra expresses gratitude to Nia for her constant vigilance over Rex, which makes Nia feel flustered.
- While conversing with Azurda, Vandham expresses his belief that Rex possesses immense potential and could achieve physical fitness like his own through hard work. However, Pyra intervenes and makes it clear that she prefers Rex just the way he is, emphasizing that his physical size or muscularity doesn't matter to her.
- Morag advises Pyra to safeguard Rex more diligently, as he tends to expose himself, a point noted by Brighid, indicating Morag’s strong fond for Rex.
- Rex, like an excited little brother, asks Morag if she saw his cool move while fighting. Morag humors him and confirms that she did, adding that she could learn from it.
- Pyra praises Zeke and Pandoria’s synergy in combat, and they confidently assert that their connection surpasses mortal understanding.
- Amidst challenging circumstances, Rex reflects on the importance of moving forward. Pandoria playfully points out their shared mindset.
- Rex compliments Brighid’s strength, to which she humbly responds that her prowess is intertwined with her Driver, Morag. Morag is moved, acknowledging the indispensable partnership between them.
- Aegaeon boldly asserts that a Blade’s true strength derives from their Driver, and Pyra adds that this mutual strength reinforces their power.
- Roc emphasizes the significance of teamwork in accomplishing missions, prompting Rex to recall Vandham’s teachings and philosophy.
- Rex admits his ongoing thoughts about Vandham but expresses happiness at reuniting with Roc. The sentiment is reciprocated by Roc, cherishing the companionship.
- When Wulfric questions their friendship, Rex affirms without hesitation that they are indeed great friends.
- Kasandra’s fears of bringing bad luck upon others concern her. Rex encourages her not to dwell on such worries and to believe in herself.
- After a successful mission, Newt offers Rex a back rub to alleviate stress.
- Pyra acknowledges the strong sisterly bond between Praxis and Theory, and Praxis openly declares that’s her reason for fighting.
- After some time, Rex realizes what Nia meant back in the tomb and wants to talk about it. Nia cannot help but giggle and says they will discuss it next time. Unlike his nightmare, Nia holds no grudge over Rex’s response at the tomb and is just happy to be accepted.
- As Rex’s Blade, Nia exhibits concern whenever he’s injured, offering to heal him. Rex tries to downplay the pain, but the scene illustrates their growing closeness.
- After a battle, Azurda asks Pneuma if Rex has become an adequate Driver. Pneuma responds by saying with a joyful tone that Rex warms her soul.
- Rex expresses his admiration for the new outfit crafted by Pneuma, earning her happiness as she notes their matching appearance.
- Despite still being enemies, Rex checks on Jin’s well-being after battles, showcasing his compassionate nature even towards his enemies.
Other
- Dromarch is a Servile Snarker to Nia, but he is also easily the most loyal companion she's ever met.Nia: Dromarch, I'm a bit tired. Can I rest on your back for a while?
Dromarch: That is what I am here for, my lady. - Watch Tora's attack animations carefully when he's using Poppi QTπ's Variable Saber. The auto-attack animations very closely resemble Rex's attacks with the Aegis Sword. Tora's admiration for Rex-Rex's style as a driver show through clearly.
- Shulk and Fiora's interactions with each other. Just like in the original Xenoblade, the two are grateful that they at least have each other to lean on and are always worrying for the other person's safety. In addition, several of their after battle quotes indicate that they were picked up from some time after the end of their game, meaning that these versions of Shulk and Fiora were living out their new lives in their new world before they were summoned to the world of Alrest. Though we don't get to hear more about it, it's nice to know that the two got their happy ending.
- Though the Torigoth Cemetery in the expansion is a sobering place, if you match it with where the location is in the main game, it's revealed that, after 500 years, the cemetery eventually became the Torigoth Flower Patch. Adding to that, Torigoth was once just a small village that got ravaged by the Aegis War; 500 years later, it has since recovered and developed into a thriving town. While it is part of a foreign country as well, Torigoth is in considerably better straits.
- Some Blades act rather excited and grateful when using Pouch Items they adore. Even the usual downtrodden Herald sounds a little happy when using one of her favorite Pouch Items.
- In a sense, the reveal of why Blades lose their memories between incarnations has a heartwarming aspect. The sad side of it is not addressed by the Architect, nor the question of what becomes of the "person" the Blade was, but we do learn that the experiences of those blades are not lost or erased, rather they are used to enrich and evolve the Blades and Titans that will come after them.
