Atelier Yumia: Memory Alchemy & Land Synthesis Guide

In *Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land*, the Synthesis mechanic is central to gameplay, intertwining with resource collection and item crafting. Here's a comprehensive guide to mastering Synthesis and maximizing its benefits.

Synthesis Types in Atelier Yumia

*Atelier Yumia* features three distinct types of Synthesis:

• Regular Synthesis: Performed at an Alchemist's altar, this is essential for crafting weapons, armor, battle accessories, magical items, and materials needed for further Synthesis. Early in the game, you unlock the Atelier where you can return to Synthesize. In certain areas like cleared manabound zones and campsites, you can build a Simple Altar to perform regular Synthesis.
• Simple Synthesis: Accessible via the radial menu outside of battle, this allows you to craft items like bandages, gauntlets for ziplines, and repair kits for treasure chests and ladders, provided you have the necessary resources.
• Building Synthesis: Accessed through the radial menu on specific plots of land, this involves crafting storage chests and wall hangings. Although not explicitly labeled as Synthesis, the game often refers to it as such, so don't be confused.

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How to Synthesize Equipment in Atelier Yumia

The regular Synthesis at altars is the most intricate form. To craft an item like a gun staff for Yumia, follow these steps:

1. Find the recipe while exploring the world.
2. Upgrade existing recipes using particles from mana fountains at a Recipe Recall Station.
3. At an Alchemist's altar, select the type of gun staff you want to create.
4. Choose Synthesis Skills if they are unlocked in your skill tree.
5. Select the initial Alchemy Core (Effects, Quality, or Trait).
6. Fill the slots of each Alchemy Core with collected resources.
7. Collect mana fragments to boost the item's quality.
8. Finalize the Synthesis process.

Unlocking Synthesis Skills early from the skill tree is crucial for crafting powerful items. These skills provide flat damage and quality boosts, and enable item duplication, saving resources. Enhance the item's quality by adding resources to all three Alchemy Cores, using the left or right bumper to switch between cores. Collecting mana fragments for all three cores significantly increases the item's strength, though this may not be necessary for quest items.

When selecting resources, match them to the element type of the slots, identified by a blue outline. Organize your resources in the submenu to prioritize higher-quality ones or focus on effects as needed.

If the detailed process feels overwhelming, opt for the auto-Synthesis feature after selecting Synthesis Skills. This option allows the game to craft the best possible item, making it easier to defeat the final boss on Normal difficulty.

Mastering the Synthesis mechanic in *Atelier Yumia* will enhance your gameplay experience significantly. With these tips, you're well on your way to becoming a skilled alchemist.

*Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is available now.*