6 best Archetypes for Hulkenberg in Metaphor ReFantazio

In Metaphor ReFantazio, Hulkenberg proves to be among the party's most loyal allies. A former knight, Hulkenberg is skilled in combat and loyal to her cause. Progressing through her bond ranks unlocks many rewards and new skills that can be used in combat, but it is possible to further enhance the same by having her progress in other archetypes.

As she is unlocked early in the game, players have ample time to unlock and progress in other archetypes with her. Below are six great archetypes to have Hulkenberg progress in across the campaign of Metaphor ReFantazio.

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6 best Archetypes for Hulkenberg in Metaphor ReFantazio

1) Knight

The Knight archetype is learnt early in the game and is very beneficial (Image via Sega)

Hulkenberg unlocks the Knight archetype quite early into the game, which is among the best early-game archetypes that can be equipped. Having it equipped allows her to be menacing on the battlefield, and benefit immensely even when swarms of enemies are seeking to defeat her in combat.

Attacks such as Knight's Proclamation also greatly help, attracting enemies' attention towards her and keeping the rest of the party safe. Defensive skills such as Ironclad Bond can also increase Defence by 10%, while the First Aid skill can provide a small helping hand to an ally who is low on health.

Requirements: Bond Level 1 with Hulkenberg

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2) Mage

The Mage archetype can be beneficial (Image via Sega)

Having Hulkenberg train in and learn Knight-related archetypes may be the primary focus, but it is beneficial to have her level up in the Mage archetype. This is because the Mage archetype not only helps grant additional EXP but also provides a vast array of spells that can be beneficial during combat situations. It can also grant some great passive abilities.

These include the Magic Font skill, which raises maximum MP by 15%, and Magic Circle, which increases Magic attack strength by 10%. The Magic Recovery passive skill also replenishes MP when an enemy is defeated or stunned in overworld combat.

Requirements: Bond level 1 with Gallica

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3) Paladin

Paladin is a great archetype for a support build (Image via Sega)

Upon reaching Rank 7 with Hulkenberg, Paladin is unlocked. This archetype can help transform her into a sort of support structure for the party, given how many shield-like abilities it grants to her.

These include Counter, which gives a 15% chance of repelling an enemy attack, and Protect Guard, which can shield other party members from attacks. Emergency Aid can provide a small helping hand in terms of HP recovery for the whole party, while Holy Knight's Works helps recover a decent amount of HP and removes debuff effects.

Requirements: Bond level 7 with Hulkenberg, and rank 20 in Magic Knight.

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4) Dark Knight

Dark Knight pairs attack with defense brilliantly (Image via Sega)

Equipping the Dark Knight archetype helps bind together Hulkenberg's defensive skills, pairing the same with some great attacks. A great skill learned in this archetype is Instant Recovery, which can make status ailments get cured automatically in just one turn.

This skill can be paired with an attack skill such as Pierce Boost which increases Pierce attack by 20%. Additionally, learning Thunderstrike Thrust helps inflict Electric damage and lowers enemy defense for some turns. Dark Knight can prove to be a beneficial archetype.

Requirements: Bond level 7 with Hulkenberg, rank 20 in Magic Knight, and rank 10 in Wizard.

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5) Elemental Master

Elemental Master enhances Magic attacks (Image via Sega)

Elemental Master, as the name suggests greatly enhances Magic related abilities while helping reduce the cost of using said skills. Progressing in the ranks with this archetype can have players learn a pairing of Ice, Fire, and Electric attacks, all of which can prove to be powerful on the battlefield.

Furthermore, additional leveling up will unlock Magic Link, which reduces the MP cost of synthesis by 50% for abilities that consume MP. Lastly, Rank 20 unlocks Magic Boost, which can increase Magic attack strength by 15%.

Requirements: Bond level 8 with Gallica, and rank 20 in Wizard.

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6) Royal Knight

Royal Knight unleashes Hulkenberg's true potential in Metaphor ReFantazio (Image via Sega)

Arguably the finest Knight-related skill that can be acquired for Hulkenberg, Royal Knight requires a lot of grinding and gameplay to achieve. It pairs the best of all the abilities from the other Knight archetypes, making Hulkenberg an indispensable asset to the party. It has her act as a support, provide passive support, and also inflict powerful attacks.

There are many great skills that can be used here, among which is Pierce Surge which increases Pierce attack by 30%. Omni-Counter provides a chance of repelling 15% non-Almighty damage, while Noble Knight's soul adds an extra turn after a Proclamation skill has been used. Enemy attention can also be directed towards Hulkenberg, which can help take the attention off the rest of the party.

Requirements: Bond level 8 with Hulkenberg, rank 20 in Paladin, rank 15 in Dark Knight, and rank 15 in Elemental Master.

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