Ferdinand is a support character in Dark Chronicle and works as Max and Gerald's chef at their house in Palm Brinks. He must be recruited to advance in the third Chapter of the game. Ferdinand has a typical chef's appearance and is somewhat fat. His hair is rather elaborately curled. In order to recruit Ferdinand, you have to bring him a Roasted Chestnut. You'll usually found it in the Rainbow Butterfly Wood's treasure chests. If not, you can buy the Roasted Chestnut at the Mushroom Burger Eatery in Jurak Mall. Once you've got it, head back to Max's kitchen and give him the Roasted Chestnut.
As part of Ferdinand's Takeout he sells Premium Chicken for 120 Gilda, which is a very cost-effective way to restore hit points late-game. In a party he can also produces up to three of the items for free until he needs to recharge.
Ferdinand needs to move to Balance Valley for georama quest.