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Path of Radiance Recruitment and supports

Keep recruit conversations and chapter-based support growth on track.

Edition covered

Original localized GameCube mechanics. Some pictures show original graphics inside a later emulation interface. Radiant Dawn skill reassignment and three-tier classes do not apply.

Inspect named units

Boyd stands on a village map as green healing effects surround him.
Boyd stands on a village map as green healing effects surround him.

Some enemies and neutral allies need a particular speaker. Read the requirement before attacking or clearing the map.

Recruit examples
CharacterChapterRequirement summary
Ilyana8Speak with Ike
Marcia9Speak with Ike in Chapter 3, then again in Chapter 9
Volke10Accept his service
Jill12Keep her alive in Chapter 11, then speak with Ike in Chapter 12

Deploy partners together

Eligible pairs build support by participating in chapters together. Waiting adjacent for many turns is not this game's growth method.

Support workflow
StepActionResult
Select pairCheck eligible supportsNot every pair is compatible
Deploy bothShare enough chaptersAccumulate support progress
Base conversationView an available supportUnlock next level
Nearby formationStay within three spacesGain combat support bonuses

View conversations at base

An available conversation unlocks the next level. Combat support then requires partners to remain within three tiles.

Protect utility recruits

Thieves, healers and refreshing units can matter more than another attacker. Leave room for safe recruitment and retreat.

References
Guide references
ReferenceWebsite
Game referenceserenesforest.net
Detailed mechanics and referencewww.nintendo.com
Detailed characters referenceserenesforest.net