Research Center



"The Research Center is an organization that specializes in the study of relics. While recognizing the dangers in some of the relics, their goal is to use the relics for the benefit of mankind."

- Loading screen tip

The  is the local research facility where the scientists Merlin and Petra work to develop technologies using relics from the past. They are openly opposed by members of the Church of the Light, who believe that most relics are dangerous and will lead to the destruction of civilization. The building is open from 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM and is located in Central Plaza near Portia School.

Research
To obtain diagrams for new technologies, the player character can bring Data Discs to Petra, who will then begin deciphering the content on the discs. Speak to her and select the "Research" icon, which looks like a Data Disc. After successfully requesting research, Petra will send a letter the following day that indicates how long the research will take. After that amount of time has passed, the results of the research (at least one new diagram) will arrive in the mail. Eventually, if the player has provided a certain amount of Data Discs to the Research Center, the player will receive a thank you letter in the mail:

"Thank you for your contribution to the Research Center over the past year, the large number of Data Discs has unquestionably accelerated our research progress. We firmly believe that technology will bring us a better future, so we'll continue to work hard on it. For your help, here are some gifts, enjoy!"

- Letter from Research Center

Later, after the player has received all possible diagrams through research, the player can donate Data Discs in exchange for Research Notes, which can be used to improve the performance of the Factory.

Relic Recovery
The has its own Recovery Machine in-house, a crafting station that is used to restore relics. To use the machine in the Research Center, first gather all of the pieces of a given relic by quarrying in the Abandoned Ruins. Once you have all of the pieces, bring them and some Data Discs to the Recovery Machine in the Research Center. Use the machine to combine those materials into one restored relic. The relic can then be donated to the Museum or sold. The player can obtain a Recovery Machine of their own after donating a certain amount of items to the Museum.