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Star Ocean: Blue Sphere
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SECTION FIELD ACTIONS / FILE FLD-001
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Field Actions
Movement · Manipulation · Information · Unlockable
Field Actions are special abilities that your controlled character can perform on the overworld map. They govern how you move through, interact with, or navigate the world of Blue Sphere. Some are available from the start; others must be unlocked by leveling specific skills or through story progression.
Field actions are performed by the currently controlled character. Swapping your lead character changes which actions are available.
Initial Field Actions — Movement
Actions available from the start that govern how the character moves across the overworld map.
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Jump
Leap over small pits and low obstacles
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Whip
Swing across large gaps using anchor points
Initial Field Actions — Manipulation
Actions available from the start to some characters that alter the way you interact with objects and enemies on the overworld.
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Push
Move a pushable block one space forward
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Herb Gathering
Collect herbs from plants on the overworld
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Rebirth
Return objects to previous states
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Symbology Shot I
Base mage ranged projectile — no unlock required
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Phase Gun
Shoots a range projectile that can initiate ambushes
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Fire Breath
Shoots a flaming projectile that can burn objects or initiate ambushes
Initial Field Actions — Information
Actions available from the start to some characters that reveal information about dungeons, rooms, and enemies.
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Dungeon Hint
Receive contextual hints about the current dungeon
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Room Analysis
Analyse the current room for hidden details
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Enemy Analysis
Scan a visible enemy for stats and weaknesses; Records an entry in the Monster Book
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Photography
Photograph enemies for the bestiary
Unlockable via Skill Level-Up or Story
These actions must be unlocked by leveling specific skills or through story progression. Plan your skill spending accordingly.
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Dash
Move at double speed on the overworld
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Mapper
Auto-record a minimap as you explore; shows world map location
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Push / Pull
Move blocks in either direction
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Swim / Dive
Enter and traverse water areas
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Magic Shot
Celine's version of a porjectile
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Float
Levitate above floor-level hazards and over pitfalls
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Hover
Use hover jets to fly over floor-level hazards and pitfalls
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Teleport
Warp to any visible tile on screen