Rance 1 Walkthrough -

You will discover that Hikari is not the only girl missing. You need to clear smaller dungeons to gather clues.

  • The Thieves' Den:

    • Title: Rance: The Quest for Hikari (Rance 01) Original Release: 1989 (Remake: 2013) Genre: Dungeon Crawler / RPG

    This walkthrough covers the general progression of the game. While there are two main versions of Rance 1 (the original 1989 classic and the 2013 remake), this guide focuses on the structure shared by both, with notes on the remake's superior mechanics. rance 1 walkthrough

    This is the longest, most puzzle-heavy dungeon.

    Preparation: Level up to at least Level 8 for Rance. Stock 10 Herbs, 5 Antidotes, and 2 Keys. You will discover that Hikari is not the only girl missing

    Walkthrough:

  • After the Boss: You find a letter. It's a contract: Hikari was "sold" to the Dark Lord Gil.

    • This is the game-changer. Your simple rescue mission is now a quest against a Demon King. The Thieves' Den:

    You start as Rance, a wandering swordsman, looking for a girl named Hikari.

  • At night, visit Hikari’s room (2F left side) – she’s gone.
  • Search her room – find a hairpin (key item).

    • Important: Talk to the gate guard before leaving – he’ll mention the slave trader.