Monell

Monell is an NPC in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. He can at first be found on the C.S.E.V. Maelstrom, then on the Ancient Ship, during chapter 1. Afterwards, he can be found anytime on the docked Maelstrom in Goldmouth, Argentum Trade Guild, behind a Lockpicking level 1 and Nopon Wisdom level 2 check.

Story Arc
During chapter 1's salvaging mission, after talking with the members of, Rex takes over lookout duty from Monell, who goes to drink with the other salvagers.

Lore

 * Monell is an Ardainian salvager, usually gathering a crew and using the Maelstrom to salvage on unknown parts of the Cloud Sea in search of big hauls.
 * He still considers Rex a rookie salvager. However, he notes that going on a journey helped him build character, doing well for himself in a different line of business as a Driver.