Huxley Hobbes
The humble old healer whose doddering exterior hides wisdom, skill, and unwavering loyalty to his student.
Table of contents
- Overview
- Personality & Character
- Background & Story
- Relationships
- Combat Role & Strategy
- Character Development Arcs
- Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Gameplay Recommendations
- FAQ Authors’ Perspectives
- Trivia & Additional Notes
- Recommended for Players Who Like
- Healing Spell Priority Guide
- Combat Tips
- Next Steps
Overview
Huxley Hobbes is the party’s primary healer and Eleni’s devoted tutor. A scholar hired exclusively by General Magnus to educate his adopted daughter, Huxley is a gentle, humble old man whose healing magic makes him invaluable to the party’s survival.
Quick Stats
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 years old |
| Starting Class | Healer |
| Joins Party | Chapter 1, Section 3 (Palace Ruins) |
| Starting Level | 7 |
| Japanese Name | Holx Turner (ホルクス・ターナー) |
Personality & Character
Core Traits
Humble and Gentle
- Modest about his abilities
- Kind and compassionate
- Peaceful nature
- Scholarly disposition
Doddering but Wise
- “A bit of a doddering old man” (Syonyx)
- Can seem absent-minded
- But possesses deep wisdom
- Sharp when it matters
Protective Guardian
- Tries in vain to keep Eleni out of trouble
- Worries constantly about her safety
- Acts as grandfather figure
- Never gives up on protecting her
Skilled Healer
- Exceptional talent for healing magic
- Makes him invaluable to team
- Essential for party survival
- Humble about his life-saving abilities
“A humble old healer. Tries in vain to keep Eleni out of trouble. A bit of a doddering old man, his skill in healing makes him a valuable member of the team.” - Syonyx
Background & Story
The Scholar-Tutor
Hiring:
- Hired exclusively by General Magnus Dunbar
- Purpose: Tutor Magnus’s adopted daughter Eleni
- Accepted position and devoted himself to Eleni’s education
- Became part of the Dunbar household
Role:
- Scholar specializing in healing arts
- Teacher of magic, history, and wisdom
- Guardian when Magnus is away
- Surrogate grandfather figure to Eleni
From the Same Town:
- Hails from same hometown as Darius
- The two know each other from years past
- Darius “really knows how to get his goat”
- Old acquaintances with history
Journey Through the Story
Chapter 1: Left to His Wits
- Magnus disappears on mission to investigate Magic Stone
- Huxley and Eleni left alone
- Responsible for Eleni’s safety
- After initial confusion, joins with Ash to search for Magnus
Huxley tries to keep Eleni safe but she’s too stubborn. He joins the quest because staying with her is the only way to protect her!
Chapter 2: The Catastrophe
- Present at Castle Ruins confrontation
- Witnesses Magnus and Dolf’s clash
- Sees space/time rift creation
- Arrested as traitor when Magnus proclaimed enemy of state
Chapter 2-3: NOT Imprisoned
Important: Unlike Eleni and Clint, Huxley was NOT captured!
- When Ash falls into time void, Huxley escapes arrest
- Spends 3 years fighting alongside resistance
- Works with Clive, Diego, and Dolan
- One of the few who never stopped fighting
- Maintains hope for Ash’s return
Chapter 3: The Reunion
- Fighting in losing rebellion when Ash returns
- Reunites with Eleni after her rescue from prison
- Overjoyed to see her alive
- Continues fighting together
Chapter 4-6: The Final Push
- Fights in resistance against Dolf
- Witnesses Eleni’s revelation about Leena
- Supports party as healer through final battles
- Survives to see tyranny defeated
Relationships
With Eleni Dunbar (Student)
- Role: Teacher, guardian, grandfather figure
- Dynamic: Tries to protect her; she ignores him
- Bond: Deep affection despite frustration
- Loyalty: Would do anything to keep her safe
- Separation: 3 years apart when she was imprisoned
- Reunion: Emotional reconnection after her rescue
With Magnus Dunbar (Employer)
- Role: Trusted employee and friend
- Respect: Deep admiration for Magnus
- Purpose: Took job to educate Eleni seriously
- Loss: Grieves Magnus’s death
With Darius (Old Acquaintance)
- History: Both from same hometown
- Dynamic: Darius annoys him (“gets his goat”)
- Bickering: Constant friendly arguments
- Reunion: When Darius joins in Chapter 3
Comedic Relief: Huxley and Darius’s bickering provides humor. “Darius… know how to get his goat.”
With the Party
- Role: Grandfatherly healer
- Respect: Everyone values his wisdom and healing
- Function: Keeps everyone alive
- Dynamic: Oldest party member, voice of experience
Combat Role & Strategy
Class Progression
Healer Path:
- Lv.1-9: Healer
- Lv.10: Advances to Bishop or Monk
- Lv.20: Advances to Archbishop or Ninja
Recommended Class Path
Priest Path (Strongly Recommended)
Healer → Bishop → Archbishop
Why Pure Priest:
- Rated 9/10 by FAQ authors (second-highest rating!)
- Essential healing and support magic
- Supreme Healing at high levels
- Mystic Shield for damage reduction
- Party cannot survive without good healer
Monk Path Warning: While Monk/Ninja is interesting (hybrid healing/offense), pure Priest is more reliable. You NEED strong healing, and Huxley excels at it.
Battle Tactics
Early Game (Healer, Lv.7-9)
Role: Primary support
- Position in center/back of formation
- Protected by frontline fighters
- Cast Heal on wounded allies
- Use Mystic Shield for damage reduction
Key Spells:
- Heal - Restore HP
- Mystic Shield - Reduce incoming damage
- Resurrection (later) - Revive fallen allies
Equipment Priority:
- Best healing staff
- Light armor (Wool Robe)
- Light Band
Mid Game (Bishop, Lv.10-19)
Role: Enhanced support
- More powerful healing spells
- Better MP pool
- Can keep entire party healthy
- Resurrection becomes available
Key Spells:
- Heal - Still primary spell
- Superior Heal - Stronger healing
- Mystic Shield - Damage prevention
- Resurrection - Revive allies
- Bless Weapon - Buff allies
Equipment Priority:
- Magic Staff → Spirit Staff
- Master Robe → Mystic Robe
- Steel Band
Late Game (Archbishop, Lv.20+)
Role: Master healer
- Supreme Healing - Ultimate healing spell
- Can keep party alive through anything
- Essential for Trials and final battles
- One of your three core units (Fighter, Mage, Healer)
Key Spells:
- Supreme Healing - Full party heal
- Resurrection - Revive fallen
- Mystic Shield - Damage reduction
- Bless Weapon - Attack buffs
- Holy Ray - Offensive light magic (situational)
Equipment Priority:
- Arkstaff (best healer weapon)
- Mojo Robe
- Rune Crown
Party Composition Tips
Huxley Requires:
- Front-line protection - Must stay alive!
- Central positioning - Needs to reach all allies
- MP management - Stock Mage Gems
- Safety priority - Losing healer often means game over
Huxley Pairs Well With:
- Everyone - Healers pair with entire party
- Eleni (his student) - Keep them together
- Sara - Dual healers for tough battles
- Tank units - They protect him while he heals
Essential Formation:
[Fighter] [Fighter] [Fighter]
[Huxley] [Mage] [Sara]
[Archer] [Archer] [Archer]
Healers in protected center!
Character Development Arcs
Arc 1: The Humble Scholar (Background)
Theme: Service and dedication
- Accepts position as tutor
- Devotes himself to Eleni’s education
- Becomes part of family
- Finds purpose in teaching
Arc 2: The Worried Guardian (Chapter 1)
Theme: Protection and inadequacy
- Magnus disappears
- Responsible for Eleni’s safety
- She refuses to be protected
- Follows her into danger (only way to guard her)
Arc 3: The Resistance Fighter (Chapter 2-3)
Theme: Perseverance and loyalty
- Escapes arrest when others captured
- Fights for 3 years in rebellion
- Never gives up hope
- One of few who keeps fighting
Arc 4: The Reunited (Chapter 3)
Theme: Relief and renewed purpose
- Eleni rescued from prison
- Overwhelming joy at reunion
- Back together with his student
- Continues to protect her
Arc 5: The Survivor (Chapter 6)
Theme: Wisdom fulfilled
- Witnesses defeat of tyranny
- Sees Eleni safe and strong
- His protection paid off
- Lives to see peace restored
Quotes & Memorable Moments
Key Story Moments
Chapter 1 - Magnus’s Disappearance:
- “I must keep Eleni safe… Magnus trusted me”
- Tries unsuccessfully to stop Eleni from joining quest
- Realizes he must go with her to protect her
Chapter 2-3 - The Resistance:
- Fights alongside Clive, Diego, Dolan
- “We cannot give up… Ash will return”
- Maintains hope during dark times
Chapter 3 - The Reunion:
- Emotional scene when Eleni rescued
- “Eleni! Thank the heavens you’re alive!”
- Relief and joy after 3 years of separation
Chapter 3-5 - Darius Arrives:
- “Darius! I should have known…”
- Friendly bickering begins
- “You old fool!” / “Takes one to know one!”
- Comic relief amid serious plot
Gameplay Recommendations
Leveling Strategy
Early Game (Ch. 1-2):
- Huxley joins at Level 7 (same as Eleni)
- Keep him alive at all costs - losing healer = disaster
- Advance to Bishop at Level 10
- Choose PRIEST path for best healing
Mid Game (Ch. 3-4):
- Continue Priest path
- Advance to Archbishop at Level 20
- Focus on MAG stat for better healing
- Stock MP restoration items
Late Game (Ch. 5-6):
- Huxley should be Level 28-32
- Has full healing spell arsenal
- Essential party member - cannot be benched
- One of three “must-have” units (Ash, Mage, Healer)
Healing Priorities
Combat Healing Tips:
- Heal proactively - Don’t wait until HP critical
- Mystic Shield preemptively - Prevention better than cure
- Protect the healer - If Huxley dies, party often follows
- MP management - Don’t run out mid-battle
- Resurrection ready - Save MP for emergencies
Equipment Progression
| Chapter | Weapon | Armor | Helm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ch. 1-2 | Iron Staff → Magic Staff | Wool Robe → Master Robe | Light Band → Iron Cap |
| Ch. 3-4 | Spirit Staff → Arkstaff | Mystic Robe | Steel Band → Rune Crown |
| Ch. 5-6 | Arkstaff (best healer weapon) | Mojo Robe | Rune Crown |
FAQ Authors’ Perspectives
Jeff Chan (Atom Edge)
Rating: Priest class 9/10 (second-highest!) Quote: “Priests are essential - cannot win without healing” Emphasis: Huxley’s role as Eleni’s tutor and guardian Recommendation: Pure Priest path mandatory
Syonyx
Focus: Personality and gameplay Quote: “Tries in vain to keep Eleni out of trouble” Description: “Doddering old man” but skilled healer Recommendation: Valuable team member
Uyeyama
Data: Age 65 (oldest party member alongside Darius 66) Details: Japanese name Holx Turner Statistics: Starting level 7, joins Chapter 1
Trivia & Additional Notes
Age & Experience
- 65 years old - Oldest party member (tied with Darius at 66)
- Most life experience
- Scholarly background adds wisdom
- Still capable fighter despite age
Name Differences
- US/Canada: Huxley Hobbes
- Japan: Holx Turner (ホルクス・ターナー)
- Completely different names between versions
The Oldest Characters
Ranking by age:
- Darius - 66 years old
- Huxley - 65 years old
- Zohar - 49 years old (but actually hundreds via time void)
- Everyone else - Under 50
Character Archetype
- “Wise old mentor” archetype
- “Worried guardian” trope
- “Doddering but capable” character
- Essential support role
Story Role
- Guardian of Eleni - Primary personal motivation
- Healer - Essential gameplay function
- Comic relief - Bickering with Darius
- Moral anchor - Voice of wisdom and peace
Survival
- One of few who wasn’t captured/imprisoned
- Fought through entire 3-year occupation
- Proves old age doesn’t mean weakness
- Endures to see final victory
Recommended for Players Who Like
✓ Support and healing roles ✓ Wise mentor characters ✓ Characters with comic relief moments ✓ Essential party members ✓ Grandfather-type figures
Healing Spell Priority Guide
Must-Learn Spells (Level Order)
| Level | Spell | Priority | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Heal | CRITICAL | Basic healing |
| ~10 | Superior Heal | HIGH | Better healing |
| ~12 | Mystic Shield | CRITICAL | Damage prevention |
| ~15 | Resurrection | CRITICAL | Revive fallen |
| ~20 | Supreme Healing | CRITICAL | Ultimate heal |
| Various | Bless Weapon | MEDIUM | Attack buffs |
Supreme Healing is a game-changer. Can full-heal entire party in one cast. Essential for Trials and final battles!
Combat Tips
Positioning Rules
- Never in front - Huxley must stay protected
- Central location - Needs to reach all allies
- Behind tanks - Let fighters absorb damage
- Escape routes - Always have path to retreat
When to Use Each Spell
Heal / Superior Heal:
- Routine damage restoration
- Keep everyone above 75% HP
- Use between battles
Supreme Healing:
- Emergency full party restore
- Before/after big enemy attacks
- Boss battles when damage is heavy
Mystic Shield:
- Before engaging tough enemies
- When party advancing into danger
- Reduces damage by significant percentage
Resurrection:
- Only when ally falls
- Expensive MP cost
- Have backup plan if multiple deaths
MP Conservation
- Don’t overheal (wasted MP)
- Use items when possible (Herbs, Megaherbs)
- Save big spells for when needed
- Stock Mage Gems and Elixirs
Next Steps
- Continue reading about Kira Wulfstan - the spy who seeks redemption
- Review Priest Class Guide for Huxley’s optimal path
- Check the Strategies Guide for healing tactics
- Plan your Party Composition around Huxley’s healing
“Gentle wisdom, unwavering healing.”
Huxley Hobbes - The Devoted Guardian