Merit Points (MP) serve as a vital currency in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, allowing players to obtain rare evolution items and essential survival supplies without spending money. Obtaining these points requires engaging with the game's unique social and exploration features across the Hisui region. Mastering the methods for earning MP efficiently ensures you can evolve your team members much faster during your adventure.
Understanding Lost Satchels and the Lost and Found System
The primary way to earn Merit Points is by locating lost satchels scattered across the open-world environments of Hisui. When players or NPCs blackout in the wild, they drop satchels containing valuable items that appear on other players' maps. Tracking down these lost satchels and picking them up automatically adds them to your inventory for return.
Returning Satchels to Claim Your Merit Points
Once you have collected lost satchels from the field, open your in-game menu and navigate to the Lost and Found tab. Selecting the option to return a satchel sends the lost items back to their owner and instantly rewards you with a generous amount of MP. Depending on the area and difficulty, returning a single satchel usually grants anywhere from 50 to 100 Merit Points.
Where to Spend Merit Points in Jubilife Village
After accumulating a healthy amount of MP, head directly to Jubilife Village to redeem your hard-earned rewards. Near the Training Grounds, you will find Simona's Trading Post stall, where she offers a wide variety of special items. You can exchange your points for rare evolution stones like the Fire Stone or Sun Stone, as well as essential items like Poké Balls and Rare Candies.
Tips for Farming Merit Points Efficiently
To maximize your MP accumulation, make sure your Nintendo Switch is connected to the internet so player-generated satchels can spawn on your map. Check your map regularly whenever entering a new biome like the Obsidian Fieldlands or Crimson Mirelands to plot an optimal route between satchel markers. Consistently gathering satchels while completing research tasks allows you to steadily build up your Merit Points while natural progression happens.