The Purification Process is a fantastic method to greatly increase the power of many weapons and items you can discover in Metaphor: ReFantazio, but it can be a complicated process at first.
Even as early as the very first dungeon, the Mines, you can find items that can be enhanced through Purification. Most notable, the epic Greatsword that can be obtained if you defeat the Dragon boss battle.
What Does Purifying Items Do
Purifying items greatly increases their power, usually in a number of different ways. For example, the Dragons Indignation Greatsword that you can find in one of the first dungeons, increases both stats and adds an effect.
The original version boasts 111 Attack and 95 Hit. If purified, it increases to 144 Attack, 95 Hit, and adds Fire affinity to all attacks. Each weapon is unique in how it upgrades, but it’s always a much stronger weapon.
Where To Purify Items
To purify items, both weapons and armor, you need to find a church. St. Fermis Church in Grand Trad can be located on Sunlumeo Street, but it is not accessible until the Afternoon on 06/11 Flamesday.
The earliest you can visit this church is just before the King’s funeral during the story. However, you will still not be able to purify items until you have reached Informed in Wisdom, one of the 5 Royal Virtues.
Where To Find Items That Need Purifying
You will find many items that require Purification on your adventure. During the Nord Mines dungeon, one of the earliest dungeons in the game, you can find at least two items.
In one of the earlier chests, you can find a Mining Uniform, an armor piece that provides 58 Defense and 2 Evade. You can also find the Dragon’s Indignation, the epic Greatsword we mentioned previously. To obtain this weapon, you need to defeat the optional dragon boss at the end of the dungeon. Once defeated, you will be able to loot the chest.