Octopath Traveler II – Hikari Chapter I

Hikari is one of the 8 playable characters in Octopath Traveler II. He is the Warrior class allowing him to use the Challenge and Bribe Path Actions. His goal is to save the people of his kingdom and bring them times of peace. This is a walkthrough of Hikari’s Chapter 1. For more guides on Octopath Traveler II, click here!

Ryu

If you didn’t start with Hikari, then you’ll need to travel to the town of Ryu in Hinoeuma which is on the western continent. You can reach it by traveling west from Canalbrine in the Harborlads. To reach the Harborlands, sail there from either Beasting Bay: Anchorage in Toto’Hana of the southeastern continent or New Delsta Harbor: Anchorage in the Brightlands of the northwestern continent. Once you reach Ryu, make your way to the eastern side of the area to trigger a cutscene. When prompted select “Yes” to come to the aid of Hikari. Defeat the group of soldiers and Hikari will ask to accompany you. Select “Yes” to have him join the party. You’ll be asked if you want to witness the beginning of Hikari’s story. Select “Yes” to officially start Chapter I.

Battlefield

When you gain control of Hikari, follow the path north through the battlefield defeating the enemies as you go. After you defeat the Southern General and his pair of soldiers a cutscene will trigger.

Ku: Castle Town

When you regain control of Hikari in town, head for the savepoint then climb up the nearby ladder. This will bring you to the top of the wall where you can loot a chest for an Inspiriting Plum. If you also turn left down the road behind the weaponsmith, the last house on the right has a chest with a Healing Grape in it. Now head to the tavern in the southwestern corner of town to trigger a cutscene introducing Hikari’s Challenge Path Action. Use it on Mugen’s soldier to challenge him to a duel. Defeat him using sword and spear attacks. By winning, Hikari will learn the Double Slash skill and another cutscene will trigger. Head up the stairs to the left of the tavern for another cutscene. When it ends, head to the Castle Entrance on the north side of town past the savepoint.

Ku: Castle Entrance

Another cutscene triggers as soon as you reach the area. Enter the building on the left to learn about Hikari’s Bribe Path action then use it on the Castle Merchant to learn the Castle Merchant’s Information. Also, make sure to loot the chest past him to receive 1,600 leaves. Return to Castle Town then exit the city through the south to reach the Southern Ku Sands.

Southern Ku Sands

Travel west past the tents to find a chest with a Fire Soulstone inside then head to the east side to find a dock on the water surrounding the castle. Sail west under the bridge to find another dock with a chest containing an Energizing Pomegranate. A third chest can be found on the southern part of the map on the way to the Crest of Heroes under a lookout tower. It contains a Herb of Light. With the chests out of the way, travel to the top of the Crest of Heroes to find a savepoint and Merchant. Stock up on supplies and save. Then head east of the Merchant to find another chest containing an Inspiriting Plum. When you’re ready approach the swords at the Crest of Heroes to trigger a dialog event leading to a boss fight.

Boss Fight: Ritsu Mishuyo

For this fight, you’ll be facing Ritsu and a couple of his footmen. They will all deal physical damage to Hikari, so deal with the footmen and then focus on Ritsu. When his health is close to halfway, Hikari will be able to use his Latent Power, Shadow Hold which allows him to use special skills without consuming SP. Defeat Ritsu and his footmen to claim victory and trigger a cutscene.

Castle Ku

Follow that path north and speak with the guard near the gate to receive an Empowering Kychee then travel to the Castle Ku: Entrance. Enter the castle to trigger another cutscene. Before heading up the steps, go west to find a chest with a Thunder Soulstone. Head south from that chest to enter a hidden room containing another chest with a Critical Ring inside. Make your way back to the center of the castle and head up the stairs. The side room on the left will have a chest containing a Healing Grape. When you reach the throne room, another cutscene triggers leading to the end of the chapter.