Rain locks the door as the Sworn Six close in; the air tastes of metal and old promises. I’m three attacks away from a wipe, and a new face steps up with a cool heal that changes the whole fight. You feel that shift — like a Swiss Army knife clicking open when you needed one most.
I’ve played through the chapters so you don’t have to guess which characters join when, or whether any of them vanish if you miss a beat. Below I’ll tell you exactly who joins your roster, when they appear, and how to trigger every companion sub quest. Think of this as a field guide written by someone who’s died more than once to learn the shortcuts.
All Final Fantasy Resonance party members and how to unlock them
A busy morning commute is brutally honest about arrivals and departures.
You can take the field with eight main party members in Final Fantasy Resonance: Rain, Lasswell, Fia, Nichol, Lid, Jake, Sakura, and Archwitch Fina. None of them are missable — they join automatically as you progress through the story — but timing matters if you want to plan builds and gear swaps.
How many party members are there in Final Fantasy Resonance?
There are eight main party members. That’s your full roster for builds, Vision swapping, and synergy testing.
Are there missable companions in Final Fantasy Resonance?
No. The game doesn’t pull a Final Fantasy VII on you — every story companion will join through normal progression. You won’t brick a playthrough by missing someone, though you will need to manually start some companion sub quests for extra goodies.
How do I start companion sub quests?
Most companion sub quests become available after specific chapters and require a short interaction: talk to an NPC, inspect an item, or sleep at an inn. I list exact triggers below so you can chase the rewards without guesswork.
| Party Member | Role | Unlocked on |
|---|---|---|
| Rain | Sentinel | Available at the start. |
| Lasswell | Breaker | Available at the start. |
| Fia | Medic | Trailing the Truth (Chapter one) |
| Lid | Commando | Eternal Blue (Chapter two) |
| Nichol | Synergist | Wardens of the Aquapolis (Chapter three) |
| Jake | Commando | Banner Oath (Chapter four) |
| Sakura | Commando | Scars of Time (Chapter five) |
| Archwitch Fina | Saboteur | Scars of Time (Chapter five) |
If you want to buy the game on PC or console, Final Fantasy Resonance is listed at $59.99 (€56) on major storefronts like Steam and the PlayStation Store — prices may vary by region. Square Enix handled development and publishing, and outlets like Moyens I/O and IGN have early impressions that pair well with a quick look at community builds on Reddit or the game’s Discord.
All companion sub quests and how to unlock them in Final Fantasy Resonance
A coffee shop bulletin board is where you find the small notices that matter.
Every companion has a signature sub quest that grants exclusive accessories and stat boosts. These don’t trigger automatically; you must speak to the right NPC or interact with the world at the correct chapter marker. Start these quests if you want extra power spikes for specific party roles.
| Companion Sub Quest | Unlocked on | How to Start | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| A New Leaf (Rain) | Chapter eight | Speak to Raegan at the Airship. | Knight’s Medallion+100 HP, +30 Stamina, +30 MP, and +20 Strength (Rain) |
| The Twin Titleholders (Lasswell) | Chapter seven | Interact with an item at the inn on Gaberada, the Undertown. | Crest of Criticality+100 HP, +20 Speed, +30 MP, and +30 Stamina (Lasswell) |
| Shimmering Reflections (Fia) | Chapter six | Speak to Fia at Mysidia, the Magiapolis. | Blessed Pendant+100 HP, +30 Spirit, +30 MP, and +20 Magic (Fia) |
| Nichol’s Duty (Nichol) | Chapter five | Speak to Nichol at Olderion, the Aquapolis. | Enchanted Ring+100 HP, +30 MP, +30 Magic, and +20 Speed (Nichol) |
| Beyond the Blue (Lid) | Chapter five | Talk to the chairman at Dilmagia, the Machinopolis. | Chocobo Nitro+100 HP, +30 MP, +25 Strength, and +25 Magic (Lid) |
| Token Legacy (Jake) | Chapter six | Sleep at any Inn after starting Chapter six. | Trick Coin+100 HP, +30 MP, +30 Strength, and +20 Stamina (Jake) |
| Mysidia, Ever Blooming (Sakura) | Chapter six | Speak to the apprentice on Mysidia, the Magiapolis. | Amulet of Magic Absorption+100 HP, +20 Spirit, +30 Magic, and +30 MP (Sakura) |
| Last Respite (Archwitch Fina) | Chapter six | Talk to Fina at Grandshelt, the Royal Capital. | Moonlight Ring+100 HP, +30 Magic, +30 MP, and +20 Strength (Archwitch Fina) |
These companion quests are your best short-term power spikes — follow the triggers and you’ll be moving parts into place faster than reading a tier list on Reddit. If you’re pairing this with community resources, check the Final Fantasy Resonance Discord, subreddit, and guides on GameFAQs for optimized kits and Vision combos. Their advice can shine through the noise like a lighthouse in fog.
Ready to pick the first teammate you swear you’ll never bench?