The Pathfinders are the best Division or Faction to join in the Wii U version of Xenoblade Chronicles X. See a list of all the Divisions and Division Rewards and learn their effects in the game.
 Attention! | We are still investigating the changes with Divisions for the Definitive Edition of the game. Come back soon for the full information on the mechanic. |
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List of Contents
- Best Division to Join
- List of Divisions
- How to Change Divisions
- Related Guides
Best Division to Join
Pathfinders for the Original Game
The best Division to join is the Pathfinders as they provide Division Points (DP) through exploration which you will be doing a lot in the early parts of the game.
Divisions also provide unique Support Effects that can activate at random during battle. If using this as a criterion in the later parts of the game, ultimately, the best choice depends on your character build.
BLADE Level Mechanic
Original Game Division Effects
| Division | Support Effect | Descirption |
|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder | HP Support | Specializes in exploration, earning DP by discovering landmarks and installing data probes. |
| Interceptor | Ranged Support | Focuses on combat, gaining DP by defeating enemies and completing battle missions. |
| Harrier | Melee Master | Dedicated to Tyrant hunting, earning DP by defeating powerful foes. |
| Reclaimer | Drop Sensor | Excels at treasure hunting, obtaining DP by retrieving wreckage and valuable items. |
| Curator | Critical Master | Gathers DP by collecting blue collectible crystals and defeating Tyrants. |
| Outfitter | Defense Support | Supports Arms Manufacturers, earning DP by developing and upgrading gear. |
| Mediator | R＆D Support | Focuses on side quests and affinity missions, earning DP by resolving NPC disputes. |
| Prospector | TP Support | Generates DP through mining and resource collection across Mira. |
Your choice of Division provides both an effect that helps in combat and a way to earn Division Points to increase BLADE Level.
Seemingly No Bearing in Offline Mode for the Definitive Edition
With the removal of BLADE Levels and Division Points, division choice doesn't seem to have any bearing when playing through the story. So players can freely choose and change their division.
Division Rewards Appear in the Online Menu
Having a chosen Division will provide Division Rewards daily which can be accessed from the Online Menu. Despite being on this menu, you don't have to be online to receive and acquire these rewards.
These rewards are consumables that can help in different ways, similar to the original game. However, the rewards are seemingly random. How it is determined which rewards you will get or which rewards are associated to which division have not been confirmed.
| Possible Division Rewards | |
|---|---|
| Consumable | Effect |
| Personal Patch | Restores HP to maximum. Affects all party members but not Skells. |
| Frame Patch | Restores Skell Frame HP to maximum. Affects all party Skells in operation. |
| Tensifier | Raises TP by 1,000. Affects all party members. |
| Mega Tensifier | Raises TP by 3,000. Affects all party members. |
| Fuel Re-up | Restores 3,000 fuel. Affects all party Skells in operation. |
| Special Bonus | Can be sold for a whopping 10,000 credits via the inventory. |
| Supreme Bonus | Can be sold for a whopping 30,000 credits via the inventory. |
| Salvage Ticket | Salvages a single Skell after its insurance has expired. Use it at the Skell Garage. |
List of Divisions
All 8 Divisions and Roles
| Division | Descirption |
|---|---|
| Pathfinders | The Pathfinders' main task is to place data probes that expand BLADE's info network. |
| Interceptors | The Interceptors' primary duty is to protect the people of New LA from indigent threats. |
| Harriers | The Harriers are in charge of eliminating threats from Mira's most dangerous creatures. |
| Reclaimers | The Reclaimers' task is to locate and retrieve pieces of wreckage from the White Whale. |
| Curators | Curators are charged with scouting unexplored territories and collecting materials found there. |
| Prospectors | Prospectors mainly focus on using FrontierNav to mine for minerals and resources. |
| Outfitters | Outfitters help the arms manufacturers to develop new weapons and equipment. |
| Mediators | Mediators solve problems that arise between residents of New LA. |
In addition to BLADE level and Division Points, Support Effects have been removed from the Definitive Edition as well. In-game, the only information shown are bits of lore for each division.
How to Change Divisions
Change Divisions in Customization Center
You can change divisions by using the Customization Center console in the BLADE Barracks. Unlike the original game, there is no longer a fee when switching Divisions, so you can freely change divisions whenever.
How to Change Divisions
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Related Guides
Tips and Tricks: Beginner's Guide
All Tips and Tricks Guides
| Tips and Tricks | |
|---|---|
| Weather Guide | How to Change Classes |
| Difficulty Settings Guide | Character Stats Explained |
| Character Customization Guide | Field Skills Guide |
| How to Change Divisions | How to Increase BLADE Level Fast |
| How to Raise Affinity Fast | What is the Protagonist's Canon Name? |
| What are Soul Challenges? | How to Heal |
| When Do You Get Skells? | What is Auxillary Energy? |
| How to Change Target | How to Revive Teammates |
| How to Change Your Character's Name | How to Change Appearance |
| Is There Fall Damage? | What is the Max Level? |
| Tension Points (TP) Guide | How to Increase Survey Rate |
| How to Get Pets | EXP Farming: How to Level Up Fast |
| What is Potential Stat? | - |
