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As you progress through the story, you'll become able to craft ether crystals to produce precious stones known as "Gems". This process is called Gem Crafting. Inserting gems into "slots" in pieces of Equipment will give your equipment special effects.
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Gem crafting is always done with two party members. Choose carefully, because the Affinity between them will have an effect on the gem that's created.
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Gems are condensed and refined Ether - the crystalized life force found in all living things. Each Gem provides some sort of stat boost or protection to the hero using it. Some Gems will provide a flat stat boost, like a Strength Up Gem, while others might enhance your attacks, like a Lightning Attack Gem. Many Gems can be gained through trading with NPCs, completing quests, or completing achievements, but Gems can also be crafted using Ether Crystals and Ether Cylinders. Although crafting is a little complicated, you get a significant amount of control by crafting the Gems yourself, and it's a lot cheaper too.
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How to craft Gems
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Once you've unlocked the Gem Furnace, crafting Gems is a pretty easy process. Basically, you just pick out Ether Crystals or Cylinders that have the same effects and, if you can exceed 100%, a Gem will be forged. Here's how to do it:

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