Uncovering Cloud Jr.'s Fate: Mr. Birdie Quest Guide in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Mr. Birdie is a side quest found in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, one of 36 available quests. This quest becomes available in the Corel Region from Chapter 9 onwards. In this quest, Cloud and the party help a group of children find their missing pet bird in the Corel Desert. However, this bird is no ordinary bird.

To complete the Missing: Mr. Birdie side quest, players must locate four Lifesprings in the Corel Region and defeat a challenging fiend. If players have already explored the area, they may have completed some objectives without realizing it. This can make the quest smoother for those playing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

How to Start the Missing: Mr. Birdie Side Quest

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Players can trigger the Missing: Mr. Birdie side quest by visiting the North Corel Community Noticeboard during Chapter 9. Once accepted, they need to talk to a group of children who will ask for help in finding their missing pet bird, Mr. Birdie. The children will request the players to set traps in the Corel Desert to bring him home safely. To start, players must acquire three Bird Traps, which can be a challenging task to accomplish.

How to Build a Bird Trap (Corel Region Lifespring Locations)

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To construct a Bird Trap, players must first obtain a Bird Trap Transmuter Chip, only available at the Excavation Intel 2: Deserted Village site. To unlock this task, players must locate four of the Corel Region's six Lifesprings. If players have completed The Saga of the Seaside Inn, they should already have completed this step. For those who haven't, refer to the image gallery above to locate the Lifesprings. The gallery also includes an image indicating where to find the Bird Trap Transmuter Chip in the deserted village. Players will need to transmute a total of three traps, requiring 15 Sprigs of Sage, 9 Handfuls of Mist Seeds, and 9 Sprigs of Majoram, all readily available in the vicinity.

Setting the Traps

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To beat the Gigant Bomb in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, players first need to transmute three Bird Traps. Once that's done, they should head to the marked locations on their map and set bait for Cloud Jr. at each trap. After baiting all three traps, players must return to them in a specific order.

The first trap will attract Cyclone Drakes, which are weak to Wind attacks and can be defeated quickly. The second trap will lure Cactrots, which have no elemental weaknesses but can be taken down with regular attacks, as long as players can catch them first.

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When players reach the third trap, they will encounter Cloud Junior along with a formidable foe, the Gigant Bomb. To progress in the quest, players must defeat the Gigant Bomb. This explosive enemy is vulnerable to ice attacks, so players should come prepared with ice-based abilities. During the battle, it's recommended to use Blizard spells whenever the Gigant Bomb tries to use Enflame to apply pressure. Keep attacking until the Gigant Bomb becomes staggered. Be cautious of its Self-Destruct move, especially when its health is low.

Missing: Mr. Birdie Rewards

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After taking care of the Gigant Bomb, Cloud Jr. will fly back home. Players should then head back to the kids in North Corel. The kids are happy to see Mr. Birdie back and have started to like Barret and his friends a bit more, even if the other townspeople haven't. As a reward for completing the quest, players will get a Level Boost Materia orb, 10 Party EXP, 800 EXP, and a better relationship with Barret. This will be useful for those planning to go on a date with Barret at the Gold Saucer.

Editor's P/S:

The "Missing: Mr. Birdie" side quest in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a heartwarming and challenging adventure that tests players' exploration and combat skills. The quest involves searching for a lost pet bird while uncovering the secrets of the Corel Region. Completing the quest rewards players with valuable items and a boost in their relationship with Barret, making it an essential task for those seeking a deeper connection with the iconic character.

The quest also highlights the importance of exploring the environment and paying attention to details. By locating the Lifesprings and transmuting the Bird Traps, players not only progress through the quest but also gain a deeper understanding of the game's world and mechanics. The battle against the Gigant Bomb is a particularly memorable encounter that requires strategic use of ice-based attacks and careful management of the enemy's powerful abilities. Overall, the "Missing: Mr. Birdie" side quest is a well-crafted and rewarding experience that adds depth and charm to the overall narrative of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.