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Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Exploring Ribbi Flats

By
Vincent Lau

This is a guide for Chapter 3 of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, covering Ribbi Flats in the Fornis Region.

Where to go in Ribbi Flats

(1 of 2) Ribbi Flats is mostly flat, but it has multiple levels.

Ribbi Flats is mostly flat, but it has multiple levels. (left), Halfway towards the story marker, you can rest at this camp. (right)

Upon arriving at Ribbi Flats, your next destination is the foot of Rae-Bel Tableland, which is further south. We suggest traveling south while following the east cliffside, going past the entrance to Dannagh Desert (although you’re more than welcome to poke around inside there).

After going past a skirmish in Sparres Barr, you should stumble upon Llyn Nyddwr Camp near a pond by the cliffside. This is a good place to rest and get your bearings.

Next, proceed south from the camp until you reach Magglia Lake. You’ll probably notice a shiny object in the center of the lake: an Odd Pointy Shard. Once you’ve scooped it up, go clockwise around the lakeside, following the slope and you’ll soon reach the next story marker.

(1 of 2) At Laprel Knoll, follow the dirt path west, then east after it bends.

At Laprel Knoll, follow the dirt path west, then east after it bends. (left), It’s tempting to jump down into Magglia Lake… (right)

When you regain control, proceed west along Laprel Knoll, following the dirt trail. After a while, the trail will u-bend. Keep on following the trail and, before long, you’ll reach Igno Viaduct, which is on the middle level. From here, carefully travel clock-wise around the massive gap overlooking Magglia Lake until you hit Elsie’s Sprout.

Beyond, there’s a network of vine-covered walls, but you cannot climb them yet. However there’s no time to worry. If you step near the nearby golden quest marker, you’ll trigger Valdi’s Hero Quest, The Kind Right Man.

Optional Areas

When you first arrive in Ribbi Flats, the entrance to Dannagh Desert is directly east, via the Great Idalla Ravine. Right now, there’s no reason to visit the desert and the enemies there are somewhat strong.

But if you’re a thrill-seeker or love to explore, take a look around if you want. Just try not to get too side-tracked; actually, nevermind, this game is all about getting side-tracked!

Locations

Landmarks in Ribbi Flats

(1 of 2) Somebody had fun naming these palces.

Somebody had fun naming these palces. (left), Anyone fancy a Tirkin dinner tonight? (right)

Name Description
Killy Fors Along the west side of the flats, near the end of Tonic Waters.
Magglia Lake Towards the south, horizontally halfway, on ground level.
Shikashaka Mesa Near the south-west corner.
Igno Viaduct Far south, horizontally halfway, on upper level.
Elsie’s Sprout Far south, horizontally halfway, on upper level. East from Igno Viaduct.
Tirkin Headquarters South-east corner, within the Terra Wastelands.
Colony 30 Cave Mouth North-east corner, on upper level.

Rest Spots in Ribbi Flats

Name Description
Llyn Nyddwr Camp Towards the center, in the gap among the cliffside.

Containers in Ribbi Flats

(1 of 2) It can be confusing figuring out which level the containers are on.

It can be confusing figuring out which level the containers are on. (left), It’s risky infiltrating the Tirkin Headquarters, but doable. (right)

Container # Map Marker Location
1 Map Marker Edge of the map directly west from Llyn Nyddwr Camp.
2 Map Marker South from Llyn Nyddwr Camp, at the top of a slope.
3 Map Marker South-west from Killy Fors landmark, above Laprel Knoll.
4 Map Marker Far south-west corner of the flats, south-west from Shikashaka Mesa.
5 Map Marker South-east from Igno Viaduct landmark.
6 Map Marker North part of Caitlin Drum.
7 Map Marker North-east corner of Sage’s Balcony. Go through the tunnel in the north part of Caitlin Drum.
8 Map Marker Far south-east corner of the flats, within the Tirkin Headquarters.
9 Map Marker Far north-east corner of the flats, past the Colony 30 entrance.

Soldier Husks in Ribbi Flats

(1 of 2) Likewise, the map doesn’t make it clear which level some husks are.

Likewise, the map doesn’t make it clear which level some husks are. (left), You can reach Sage’s Balcony via a tunnel in Caitlin Drum. (right)

Soldier Husk # Map Marker Location
1 Map Marker North-west corner of Sparres Barr.
2 Map Marker Near entrance to Dannagh Desert, by the Great Idalla Ravine.
3 Map Marker East from Llyn Nyddwr Camp.
4 Map Marker Near Killy Fors.
5 Map Marker North from Magglia Lake.
6 Map Marker West from Magglia Lake, below Tonic Waters.
7 Map Marker Further west from Magglia Lake. Corner of Laprel Knoll before Shikashaka Mesa.
8 Map Marker Center of Caitlin Drum.
9 Map Marker Above the northernmost stone pillar in Terra Wastelands.
10 Map Marker South end of Sage’s Balcony. Go through tunnel in north part of Caitlin Drum.
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Guide Information
  • Publisher
    Nintendo
  • Platforms,
    Switch
  • Genre
    Action RPG
  • Guide Release
    27 July 2022
  • Last Updated
    12 May 2023
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