In the video game Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, players have access to a system for obtaining free in-game items, referred to as freebies, through the use of two specific currencies: Mission Crowns and Challenge Sigils. These freebies are redeemable at the in-game Moogle Shop and provide essential supplies, equipment, and upgrade materials without requiring the player to spend other in-game currency. The system is designed to incentivize exploration and mission completion within the game's Mission Mode and Challenge Missions, offering a direct path to enhance a player's resources and equipment.
Mission Crowns are the primary currency for freebies, earned by completing missions in Mission Mode. Excluding the tutorial mission (Mission 00) and Mission 37, these missions reward players with Mission Crowns upon completion. The quantity awarded varies based on the mission and the mode of play. For a first-time completion of a mission in solo Mission Mode, a player receives between three and ten Mission Crowns. In multiplayer mode, each participant receives at least one Mission Crown, with the potential for more depending on the number of Mission Points they finish with. For subsequent playthroughs of the same mission, the reward is reduced to a single Mission Crown. In the Japanese version of the game, Mission Crowns are only obtainable in multiplayer mode, with the player scoring the highest Mission Points receiving one, and players who rank first place are equally awarded with crowns. The total number of Mission Crowns available from first-time mission clearings is 320, meaning players must repeat some missions to accumulate enough for the highest-tier freebies.
Once collected, Mission Crowns can be exchanged at the Moogle Shop. An important feature of this system is that the crowns are not consumed during the redemption process, allowing players to view all available items before making a selection. The list of freebies available for Mission Crowns is extensive, covering a wide range of in-game needs. The selection expands as the player accumulates more crowns, starting with basic consumables and progressing to powerful gear and synthesis materials.
The available freebies include a variety of consumable items. For healing, players can obtain Potions, Hi-Potions, Mega-Potions, Elixirs, Megalixirs, and their ether-based counterparts (Ether, Hi-Ether, Mega-Ether). Status recovery items include Panacea and Cura spells. Magic spells are also available, such as Blizzard, Blizzara, Aero, Aerora, Aeroga, and other arts like Fire, Thunder, and Stop. Additional materials include Mythril, Mythril Shards, and various gems, crystals, and shards like Lucid, Fire, and Ice materials. Gear and synthesis materials are also offered, such as Adamantite, Premium Orb, and Crimson Blood. Key items and abilities, like Slot Releasers and the Sliding Dash LV+ ability, can also be acquired.
The reward structure is tiered by the number of Mission Crowns required. For example, 5 crowns grant 10 Potions, 8 crowns grant 10 Ethers, 50 crowns grant 10 Hi-Potions, and 100 crowns grant 10 Mega-Ethers. Higher-tier rewards include powerful gear like the Ultimate Gear (for 110 crowns), the Rune Ring (for 200 crowns), and the Master's Circle (for 358 crowns). The complete list of freebies and their crown costs, as verified across multiple sources, is extensive. Some of the notable rewards include: Valor Gear+ (2 crowns), Lift Gear+ (10 crowns), Mystery Gear (60 crowns), Power Unit (170 crowns), Magic Unit (190 crowns), Guard Unit (240 crowns), and the ultimate Master's Circle (358 crowns). The list also includes numerous consumables like Mega-Potion x10 (90 crowns), Elixir x10 (70 crowns), and Megalixir x5 (120 crowns), as well as magic spells and materials.
The second currency, Challenge Sigils, is earned by successfully clearing Challenge Missions. These missions impose specific restrictions or requirements, such as avoiding missed attacks. The exact freebies available for Challenge Sigils are not detailed in the provided source material, but the system is presented as an alternative method for acquiring items.
Beyond these two currencies, other freebies are unlocked through specific gameplay conditions. For instance, the Limit Pass becomes available for purchase in the Moogle Shop for 10,000 Heart Points once every mission in Mission Mode has been completed at least once. Additionally, unique character states, such as dual-wielding Roxas in Mission Mode, can be unlocked by equipping Zero Gear and three Ability Units after completing the game.
In summary, the freebie system in Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days is a comprehensive reward mechanism tied directly to mission completion. By engaging with Mission Mode and Challenge Missions, players can systematically acquire a vast array of items—from basic healing potions to powerful keyblades, gear, and synthesis materials—without spending in-game currency, thereby facilitating progress through the game's extensive campaign.