Extra Quality usually requires you to meet specific hidden thresholds during the long story chapters, not just clear them.
This is the mechanic most players ignore, leading to failed stages. The battlefield changes based on the in-game moon cycle.
Pro Tip: If you are stuck on a boss, check the moon phase timer at the top of the screen. Wait for the New Moon phase to trigger your heavy hitters. tales of the moon guide extra quality
To make the EQ grind bearable, you need these items. They are missable:
| Item Name | Location | Effect for EQ | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hourglass Finch | Hidden chest behind the waterfall in Zone 3 | Freezes timer for 90 seconds when you solve a puzzle. | | Mirror Shield of Regret | Defeat 100 enemies without taking damage in the Coliseum | Reflects "Purity violation" flags back onto the enemy (causes them to die if they would have killed you). | | Silent Bell | Use the Cry emote in front of the Sleeping Giant (Act 2) | Mutes the boss’s phase-transition cutscenes (cutscenes count toward the timer). | Extra Quality usually requires you to meet specific
When a character uses their Ultimate, they are invulnerable for the duration of the animation. You can use this to dodge boss wipe-mechanics.
You cannot achieve Extra Quality without the right equipment. Treat your crafting character like a DPS class—they need gear, buffs, and enchants. Pro Tip: If you are stuck on a
The "Altar of Nox" (located in the Cursed Hollows) allows you to sacrifice one crafted item to bless your next craft. If you sacrifice a High Quality item, your next craft within 5 minutes gains a +150 QV bonus. Use this to push a borderline 650 QV craft into the 800+ Extra Quality range.
Purity is the hardest metric. The game tracks deaths across all 17 main bosses. However, the developers included a Purity Grace mechanic:
Critical Fight: The Eclipse Wyrm (Act 3)