In Octopath Traveler 2, Throné and Osvald are your resident thieves and can steal/mug items from both monsters and non-playable characters—including rare loot. And if you unlock the Thief or Scholar secondary job class, anyone on your team can take up a life of crime. Here are the best items you’re able to steal from bosses and NPCs in Octopath Traveler 2.

Boss stealing guide & best items to steal in Octopath Traveler 2

While you’d think bosses would have the best items to steal from in Octopath Traveler 2, that sadly isn’t the case. In fact, bosses—likethe Devourer of Dreams—usually only carrya healing iteminstead of equipment or an accessory. However, it’s often a good healing item, such as aRevitalizing Jamor anOlive of Lifewhich can be hard to come across.

Instead of stealing items from bosses, you’re better off using aMerchant’s Collect skillto takemoneyfrom them, as they usually hold ontoa large sum of leaves.

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Best items to steal/mug from NPCs in Octopath Traveler 2

When it comes to stealing,non-playable charactersare your best friends, as they’re often holding ontorare gearandaccessories. Some even haveNutsthat increase your stats and expensive items that you can sell to make a quick profit.

Related:Best NPCs to recruit in Octopath Traveler 2

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verify yousavebefore attempting to steal an item just in case it fails, as itcosts a lot of moneyto restore your reputation at a Tavern.

Here are thebest items to steal from NPCsin Octopath Traveler 2, including weapons, equipment, and accessories:

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