is a quest found in the town of Timberrain in . When players reach the location, it depends on which character they choose first, with each hero guided toward different cities and quests. However, only certain main characters have the means to finish this side quest.
Proof of Innocence uses ’s two main game features: the day/night cycle and path actions. The former causes NPCs to react differently or be in alternate locations. The latter are specific character moves used in town to further interact with people and surroundings.
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As seen in a Youtube video by AMHarbinge, players can learn about the quest by speaking to the guard Meylan outside the Timberrain courthouse. It is only during the daytime that he will reveal the plight of the incarcerated innkeeper, Bianco. Meylan will have an entirely different conversation if approached during the evening. For the quest, he tasks the player hero with finding a witness or other evidence to clear Bianco of his crime.
Just a few steps to the left of Meylan will be the Sickly Woman standing on a bridge. She needs to be convinced to accompany the party. Only certain characters at various parts of the day can win her over, using their specific path action. Each also has a secondary requirement, like an item or money.
Traveler
Time
Path Action
Requirement
Ochette
Night
Befriend
Jerky item
Agnea
Night
Allure
Percentage chance
Temenos
Day
Guide
Sufficient level
Partitio
Day
Hire
Sufficient leave currency
A team made entirely of Castti, Throne, Osvald, and Hikari cannot complete the quest and will need to return with at least one of the above party members. Previously met heroes can be swapped in at any nearby tavern by speaking to
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