Trading in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes offers a lucrative avenue to amass wealth and enhance your gameplay experience. By strategically buying low and selling high across various towns, you can significantly boost your Baqua reserves. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the intricacies of the trading system, providing you with the knowledge and strategies to become a master merchant in the world of Eiyuden Chronicle.
Understanding the Trading Post System
How Trading Works in Eiyuden Chronicle
Eiyuden Chronicle features specialized shops known as trading posts, located in specific towns throughout the game world. These posts are the key to engaging in profitable trade. The core concept is simple: purchase trade items in one location where they are inexpensive and transport them to another location where demand drives up their value, allowing you to sell them for a profit.
While seemingly straightforward, mastering the trading system requires understanding price fluctuations and identifying the most advantageous trade routes. Selling items in the wrong location or when prices are low can result in losses, making strategic planning essential.
Fortunately, once you unlock fast travel, trading becomes a remarkably efficient method for generating income, allowing you to traverse the map quickly and capitalize on market opportunities.
Navigating Price Fluctuations
The prices at trading posts are dynamic, constantly fluctuating based on supply and demand. Both buying and selling prices are affected by these fluctuations, meaning the profitability of a trade route can vary over time. A seemingly lucrative route might become less so if prices shift unfavorably.
However, inherent price differences between locations remain consistent. Certain items are consistently valued higher in specific towns regardless of temporary fluctuations. Furthermore, while some items are exclusive to particular trading posts, every trading post will purchase any trade item, offering flexibility in your selling strategy.
Consider the example of “Hotspring Black Eggs.” These eggs can be purchased at numerous trading posts, but the base purchase price varies from town to town. Adding to the complexity, each town’s market experiences price fluctuations, represented as a percentage of the base price. For example, a town might be buying Hotspring Black Eggs at 90% or 103% of the base price at any given moment.
To illustrate, here’s a snapshot of Hotspring Black Egg pricing across different towns at a specific point in time:
| Hotspring Black Eggs | HQ | Werne | Treefolk | Twinhorne East | Hishahn | Impershi’arc | Ardinale | Twinhorne West | Athrabalt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buy | Sell | Buy | Sell | Buy | Sell | Buy | Sell | Buy | |
| Base Selling Price | 300 | 250 | 168 | 150 | 480 | 400 | 213 | 175 | 210 |
| % Fluctuation | 103% | 97% | 109% | 101% | 98% | 85% | 98% | 91% | 100% |
| Actual Price | 309 | 257 | 162 | 135 | 523 | 436 | 212 | 176 | 207 |
This table illustrates sample price fluctuations for Hotspring Black Eggs at a given time. Actual fluctuations in your game may vary.
As the table demonstrates, Werne offers the cheapest purchase price for Hotspring Black Eggs, while Treefolk Village and Athrabalt present the most lucrative selling opportunities. However, real-time fluctuations will ultimately determine the most profitable transactions. Purchasing eggs in towns with buy prices below 400 and selling them in the aforementioned high-demand locations can consistently generate profit.
It’s also important to note that each trading post has a limited stock of items for sale, which replenishes approximately every 30 minutes, coinciding with price fluctuations. This cyclical nature of stock and pricing encourages regular engagement with the trading system.
Unlocking the Trading Post at Headquarters (HQ)
While basic trading is accessible early on between any two towns with trading posts, unlocking the trading post at your Headquarters (HQ) is crucial for maximizing your trading potential. This unlocks unique items and streamlines your trading operations.
To recruit Hogan and establish the HQ trading post, you must achieve a 50,000 Baqua profit from trading. While some players have reported minor bugs in the recruitment trigger, the following method is highly recommended to ensure Hogan joins your cause:
Pre-Recruitment Shopping List:
Before speaking to Hogan for the first time, acquire the following items from these locations:
- Ardinale: Purchase Carvings, Paintings, Leather Clothes, and Rugs in bulk.
- Werne Village: Stock up on Rugs, Diamonds, Silk, and Tanned Leather.
- Twinhorne East: Buy Foreign Clothes and Rugs.
- Hishahn: Acquire Foreign Clothes and Pink Coral.
Recruitment Trade Route:
After purchasing the items, speak to Hogan and then execute the following sales route:
- Ardinale: Sell Diamonds and Foreign Clothes.
- Impershi’arc: Sell Rugs, Carvings, and Tanned Leather.
- Twinhorne East: Sell Paintings and Silk.
- Treefolk Village: Sell Pink Coral.
- Werne Village: Sell Leather Clothes.
This trading run should comfortably exceed the 50,000 Baqua profit threshold, even considering price fluctuations and stock limitations, guaranteeing Hogan’s recruitment.
Once Hogan is recruited, you can construct the trading post at your HQ. Furthermore, upgrading your HQ to Level 4 allows you to enhance the trading post with “Specialties.” These specialties introduce three unique trade items exclusive to your HQ, each with distinct characteristics:
- Red Gemstone: Limited stock, high value, excellent for high-profit trades.
- Gold Bread: Abundant stock, low value, suitable for consistent but smaller profits.
- Clay Figurine: Balanced stock and value, but prices fluctuate dramatically, demanding careful market monitoring.
Eiyuden Chronicle Trading Guide: Profitable Trade Routes and Items
To optimize your trading endeavors, focus on routes that guarantee profit. The following tables outline the most lucrative “Where to Sell” locations for each trade item, alongside their “Where to Buy” origins. Locations not listed under “Where to Sell” should be avoided as they will not yield profitable sales. Similarly, avoid purchasing items from locations listed under “Where to Sell.”
Note: Prices are not listed as profitability is inherent in the designated routes, regardless of minor fluctuations.
| Rock Salt | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Hishahn, Impershi’arc |
| Corn | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Treefolk, Impershi’arc, Ardinale, Athrabalt |
| Black Pepper | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Werne, Treefolk, Hishahn, Twinhorne West, Ardinale, Athrabalt |
| Wine | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Treefolk, Athrabalt |
| Hotspring Black Egg | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Treefolk, Athrabalt, Twinhorne East, Hishahn, Twinhorne West |
| Chen Rock Tea | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Hishahn |
| Tanned Leather | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Treefolk, Twinhorne West, Impershi’arc |
| Leather Clothes | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Ardinale, Twinhorne West, Athrabalt, Werne |
| Silk | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Treefolk, Twinhorne East |
| Foreign Clothes | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Twinhorne East, Hishahn | Ardinale |
| Tar Stone | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Impershi’arc, Twinhorne West, Athrabalt |
| Metal Ore | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Treefolk, Ardinale |
| Crystal Ore | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Twinhorne East, Hishahn, Treefolk, Ardinale, Twinhorne West |
| Pink Coral | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Twinhorne East, Hishahn | Treefolk, Athrabalt |
| Pearl | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Twinhorne East, Hishahn | Athrabalt |
| Diamond | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne | Ardinale |
| Rug | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ, Werne, Twinhorne East | Ardinale, Impershi’arc |
| Perfume | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Treefolk, Ardinale, Twinhorne East |
| Glassware | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Ardinale, Impershi’arc |
| Painting | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Ardinale, Twinhorne West, Athrabalt, Twinhorne East |
| Carving | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Ardinale, Twinhorne West, Athrabalt, Impershi’arc |
| Red Gemstone, Gold Bread, Clay Figurine | Where to Buy | Where to Sell |
|---|---|---|
| Location | HQ | Werne, Treefolk, Twinhorne East, Impershi’arc, Twinhorne West |
Note: Clay Figurine prices are highly volatile. Monitor prices carefully and sell only when prices are favorable in the listed locations. Prices can range dramatically, from as low as 22% to as high as 175% of the base value.
Note 2: Kimono, Wall Scrolls, and Gleaming Orbs unlock as you progress further in trading, particularly as you approach 1 million Baqua in total profit. These advanced items are discussed in the “Road to 1 Million Profits” section below.
Road to Riches: A 1 Million Baqua Trading Strategy
This section provides a step-by-step strategy to maximize your trading profits and achieve the coveted 1 million Baqua profit milestone, especially effective after unlocking HQ Specialties (Red Gemstone, Gold Bread, and Clay Figurine).
Stage 1: Early Game Trading (Pre-Kimono/Wall Scroll/Gleaming Orb)
During this initial phase, focus on establishing a solid trading foundation using readily available items. Follow this shopping list as a starting point:
Important: Purchase Clay Figurines from HQ only when the price is low (indicated by a red arrow). Sell Clay Figurines when prices are high (blue arrow). All other items can be traded based on location without strict price monitoring, assuming you buy from the “Where to Buy” locations and sell at the “Where to Sell” locations listed in the tables above.
| Shopping List (Buy) |
|---|
| Locations |
| HQ |
| Werne |
| Treefolk |
| Twinhorne East |
| Hishahn |
| Impershi’arc |
| Ardinale |
| Twinhorne West |
| Athrabalt |
| Total Estimated Purchase Cost |
When selling, prioritize locations with the highest listed value for each item. Your actual earnings may vary slightly based on price fluctuations, but the overall profit margin should remain consistent.
| Sell List (Sell) |
| :————— | :——————————————————————————————————— | :————————– |
| Locations | Trade Item to Sell | Estimated Earnings (Baqua) |
| Werne | Leather Clothes | ~20,000 |
| Treefolk | Hotspring Black Egg, Metal Ore, Crystal Ore, Pink Coral | ~18,000 |
| Twinhorne East | Silk, Perfume, Painting | ~75,000 |
| Hishahn | Chen Rock Tea | ~15,000 |
| Impershi’arc | Rock Salt, Corn, Tanned Leather, Rug, Glassware, Carving | ~130,000 |
| Ardinale | Metal Ore, Crystal Ore, Corn, Black Pepper, Foreign Clothes, Diamond | ~57,000 |
| Twinhorne West | Crystal Ore, Tar Stone | – |
| Athrabalt | Hotspring Black Egg, Wine, Pearl, Pink Coral, Corn, Black Pepper, Tar Stone | ~99,000 |
| HQ | Red Gemstone | ~8,000 |
| HQ | Gold Bread | ~5,000 |
| HQ | Clay Figurine (Sell in various towns listed in the guide, prioritize high prices – blue arrow indication) | ~22,000 (Highly Variable) |
| Total Estimated Earnings | | ~449,000 Baqua |
| Estimated Profit | | ~219,000 Baqua |
These figures are estimations. Your actual profits may vary slightly based on price fluctuations and trading volume.
Stage 2: Mid-Game Expansion (Unlocking Kimono and Wall Scrolls)
Completing Stage 1 trades will unlock access to Trading Kimonos and Wall Scrolls, further enhancing your profit potential.
Repeat the Stage 1 process, but now incorporate Wall Scrolls into your trading routine:
- Buy Wall Scrolls from Ardinale and Twinhorne West.
- Sell Wall Scrolls in Twinhorne East.
After a few runs incorporating Wall Scrolls, you should be approximately halfway to the 1 million Baqua profit achievement, or very close to it.
Then, repeat the process again, now adding Kimonos to your trading strategy:
- Buy Kimonos from Impershi’arc.
- Sell Kimonos in Ardinale.
Trading Kimonos can significantly boost your profits in Eiyuden Chronicle.
You can also now purchase Wall Scrolls from Athrabalt, expanding your Wall Scroll acquisition options.
Repeat these Stage 2 trading runs approximately three more times. Depending on your luck with price fluctuations and trading efficiency, you should reach the 1 million Baqua profit achievement within this timeframe, potentially requiring only one or two additional runs.
Stage 3: Late Game Optimization (Gleaming Orbs)
Eventually, you may unlock Gleaming Orbs, representing the pinnacle of trade items.
- Buy Gleaming Orbs from Treefolk Village and Impershi’arc.
- Sell Gleaming Orbs in Twinhorne West.
Gleaming Orbs are among the most valuable trade items in Eiyuden Chronicle.
However, by the time you unlock Gleaming Orbs, you will likely have already achieved the 1 million Baqua profit goal, making them less essential for reaching the achievement but valuable for further wealth accumulation.
By diligently following this Eiyuden Chronicle Trading Guide, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate the markets, maximize your profits, and become a true trading magnate in the world of Hundred Heroes!
