[ She recalls reading about the points in the guide and the different missions that are assigned to receive them, but even that is not guaranteed an easy win with the Malnosso. ]

There seems to be little leeway room, even with the points, but if we could figure a way that would gain us the most information, there could be a trade. Or, at least, the opening to have a conversation with those who run this place.

Is there any discerning pattern between the timing of the combative missions and the research missions?