As you travel through the world of Metaphor: ReFantazio, you'll meet a lot of people who will become your followers and these are the people you can complete bond ranks with. Followers are this game's version of social links, and while there are a few similarities between the two systems, it does also have a unique flavor.
In total, there are fourteen followers to unlock bonds with, each having 8 bond ranks to complete by spending time with that character. Completing bond ranks will unlock additional Archetypes of that lineage along with additional bonuses to help you on your journey. Here's every bond, how to unlock them, and their Archetype lineage.
***** This Article Contains Very Slight Spoilers For Metaphor: ReFantazio, But Only The Follower's Names *****
Every Follower In Metaphor: ReFantazio
There are fourteen followers in total, and the game gives you more than enough free time to complete every rank with every follower before reaching the point of no return.
Follower Name
How To Unlock Them
Archetype Lineage
Gallica
After defeating the first boss in the Nord Mines on 6/6.
Mage
Strohl
After defeating the first boss in the Nord Mines on 6/6.
Warrior
Hulkenberg
On 6/10, after defeating the boss in the Mausoleum
Knight
Heismay
On 7/4, after entering the main dungeon for the first time.
Thief
Junah
After reaching Virga Island, Junah will give you the side quest, "Save The Mourning Snakes". Complete the quest to get her as a follower.
Masked Dancer
Eupha
After saving Eupha in the Dragon Temple Dungeon, complete the side quest, "Trial Of Malnova" given by Eupha, with her bond beginning at the end of the dungeon.
Summoner
Basilio
On 9/14, after leaving Altabury on the Gauntlet Runner.
Berserker
Neuras
On 6/14 Neuras will give you the quest, "Providing A Spark" which will begin his Bond.
Gunner
Maria
On 6/10 during events of the main story.
Healer
Catherina
Upon entering the Grand Trad dungeon on 6/12.
Brawler
Alonzo
After reaching Martia, Culcus will begin the, "A Dagger, A Ring, and a Rake" quest which unlocks Alonzo's bond.
Faker
Bardon
After completing the main story of Martira with the deadline of 7/16, return to Martia to find him in the city square to begin his bond.
Commander
Brigitta
Find her near her Igniter shop in Grand Trad on 6/12 or after to begin, "A Bullish Embargo" with her bond unlocking after you turn the quest in.
Merchant
More
On the night of 6/5 after he summons you.
Seeker