To become the ultimate fixer in Archived, reaching Grade 1 is essential. However, this journey can be quite daunting, particularly for newcomers. That’s why we’ve crafted this Archived Fixer Grade Exam Guide to ease your path.
Understanding the Archived Fixer Grade System
The Grade system in Archived serves as your primary progression avenue as a fixer. Progressing through Grades grants you access to more Light, superior weapons, enhanced traits, and advanced combat mechanics like the E.G.O. system. Every character begins at Grade 9 and can ascend to Grade 1 by earning XP through contracts and dungeons, with Grade 1 standing as the pinnacle. Achieving Grade 1 as a fixer enables you to join the Hana Association.
Grade-Up Exams in Archived
Once you hit the required XP for a Grade-up (5,000 XP for Grade 1), your screen will notify you. At this point, make your way to the Hana Association camp in the alley inside The Backstreets and communicate with the Hana Association Manager. This will teleport you to the Hana Association HQ, where you must navigate to the Examination Room via the elevator behind the reception desk to undertake your Grade-up exam.
There are three exam types in Archived: Trivia (Grade 9), Physical Competence (Grades 8-5), and Obstacle Course (Grades 4-2). Below is the XP requirement for each Grade-up exam:
| Grade Exam | XP Requirement |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 625 XP |
| Grade 8 | 715 XP |
| Grade 7 | 833 XP |
| Grade 6 | 1,000 XP |
| Grade 5 | 1,250 XP |
| Grade 4 | 1,666 XP |
| Grade 3 | 2,500 XP |
| Grade 2 | 5,000 XP |
Tips for the Trivia Exam (Grade 9)
The Trivia Grade-up exam in Archived entails answering various questions within a time limit. Most questions are quite straightforward. Here are the correct answers:
| Question | Correct Answer |
|---|---|
| How many fixer grades are there? | 6 |
| What is the most dangerous time in the city? | Every Moment |
| I have 500 Ahn. I gave half to my friend and half of that to my other friend. How much will I have left? | 125 |
| A bamboo-hatted master gets hit with a great split vertical that rolled 27; however, the mimicry user is below grade 1, so they deal 50% less damage. If the master has 310 hp, how much damage did the crit deal? | 13.5 |
| In the district, there is an area leading to the ocean. What building is next to it? | The Tower |
| What is the role of the Hana Association? | Oversees Fixers |
Physical Competence Exam Guide (Grade 8-5)
In the Physical Competence Exam, your task is to reduce the enemy Hana Association Examiner’s health to a certain percentage. Grade 5 is unique; you must survive 45 seconds without taking damage. The examiner employs a weapon similar to the Augury Spear, so utilizing parries is advisable. For Grade 5, staying mobile can help you avoid attacks effortlessly. Here’s what you need to know:
| Grade | Completion Requirement |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | Reduce the examiner’s HP to 70-60%. |
| Grade 7 | Reduce the examiner’s HP to 50-40%. |
| Grade 6 | Reduce the examiner’s HP to 40-30%. |
| Grade 5 | Survive for 45 seconds without damage. |
Obstacle Course Exam (Grade 4-2)
The Obstacle Course Exam in Archived requires you to complete a lengthy and challenging obstacle course. With each Grade-up, the exam’s difficulty escalates, focusing on precision. Using equipment that reduces your speed can be beneficial for navigating tricky jumps. Here are the challenges for each Grade’s course:
| Grade | Challenge |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | No additional challenges. |
| Grade 3 | A wall of fire slowly approaches from behind. |
| Grade 2 | A turret fires at you every 15 seconds; you must parry its shots to succeed. |
Effective XP Farming Strategies in Archived
In Archived, every action grants XP. For early Grades, focus on grinding in the Library and completing Debt Collector Contracts. As you level up, switch to Night in the Backstreet Contracts and Cargo Extraction Missions, which become available at higher Grades.
Overall, keep in mind that understanding the fixer Grade-up exams in Archived is crucial for your success. Share your experiences in the comments below! We’d love to hear how long it took you to complete them and what made them easy or challenging. And if you need insights on the best traits to choose when leveling up, don’t miss our Archived trait tier list.
How many fixer Grades are there? There are nine fixer Grades in total, starting from Grade 9 up to Grade 1.
Do you lose extra XP when leveling up a Grade? Yes, you will lose any XP exceeding the requirement after passing the exam.
Can you block turret attacks during the Grade 2 exam? Yes, you can, but you will be knocked back by them.
I reached Grade 1 but can’t join the Hana Association. Before joining, you need to farm additional XP after reaching Grade 1.
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