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That Old Familiar Feeling

2026-04-25T04:22:09Z

Maleficentabsinthe: updated dialogue to template

{{Quest infobox
| description = [[Mylla|First Sword Mylla]] wishes to assign you another task.
| image = Gladiator quest image.png
| quest-giver = Mylla
| related-npcs = Aldis; Bruce; Injured Gladiator; Nervous Merchant
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 9
| location-y = 11
| type = class
| class = gladiator
| level = 15
| exp = 5760
| reward1 = 1 Brass Bastard Sword
| reward-opt1 = 5 Allagan Bronze Piece
| reward-opt2 = 1 Bronze Cuirass
| reward-opt3 = 1 Bronze Gauntlets
| reward-opt4 = 1 Padded Hempen Trousers
| reward-opt5 = 1 Bronze Sabatons
| unlocks = ac Shield Lob
| prev-quest = Ul'dah's Most Wanted
| next-quest = The Face of Thal
| patch = 2.0
| id-gt = 65798
| id-edb = eaf9428dd8f
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of War Quests
| journal-genre = Gladiator Quests
}}

== Objectives ==
* Search for your guildmates near Camp Drybone.
* Speak with the injured gladiator.
* Report to Mylla.
* Meet Aldis at the Quicksand.
* Defend yourself from the nameless assailants!
* Report to Mylla.

== Journal ==
* A band of Amalj'aa archers has been raiding caravans near Camp Drybone. Mylla has already dispatched several gladiators to assist with patrols, and bids you travel to eastern Thanalan to join them.
* You luck upon and slay the Amalj'aa archers, rescuing a wounded guildmate and a cowering merchant. Speak with the gladiator and see if he needs aid.
* You guildmate assures you that his wounds are not mortal, and that he can look after the merchant. Return to the Gladiators' Guild and report to Mylla.
* Shortly after you return, the guild erupts into chaos when Aldis enters. The First Sword is especially upset, demanding that he leave or face dire consequences. Aldis agrees and makes to depart, but not before requesting that you join him at the Quicksand for a drink.
* Your conversation with Aldis is interrupted when a gang of sellswords bursts into the Quicksand, intent on slaying the man. In an impressive display of swordsmanship, Aldis slays most of the assassins, though you do your part as well. His mood soured, Aldis wanders off in search of a quieter tavern. Return to the guild and speak with Mylla.
* Finally recovered from the shock of Aldis's earlier intrusion, Mylla recalls that she wished to teach you something new. She hopes that your new Shield Lob technique, with which you can attack enemies at range, will serve you well in the future.
: ※ The next gladiator quest will be available from Mylla upon reaching level 20.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Mylla:''' Hail, [Forename]. You come at a good time. I've another task I wish to assign you.
'''Mylla:''' The Immortal Flames and the Brass Blades have both requested the guild's assistance in maintaining security at Camp Drybone, a vital outpost along the Royal Allagan Sunway.
'''Mylla:''' The Amalj'aa have been raiding caravans with reckless abandon, creating a significant disruption in trade.
'''Mylla:''' Ul'dah has a long, troubled history with the Amalj'aa, so raids are not unheard of. However, this recent escalation must be addressed.
'''Mylla:''' Go to Camp Drybone and search for these raiders, [Forename]. I've already dispatched other gladiators to patrol the region, so I suggest you speak with one for more information.
-quest accepted

===Search for your guildmates near Camp Drybone===
'''Injured Gladiator:''' Get down! They're still here!

===Speak with the injured gladiator===
'''Injured Gladiator:''' <cough> <wheeze> Don't worry, {{alternatives|f=sister|m=brother}}, I'll be fine——though maybe not when the First Sword is done with me, eh? Go and tell her that the Amalj'aa are dead-leave the merchant to me.

===Report to Mylla===
-cutscene start
'''Mylla:''' I knew I was right to send you, [Forename]! You've done us proud.

'''Aldis:''' Seven hells, this place reeks of sweat! How do you expect a man to concentrate on his swordplay like this!?

'''Bruce:''' >> Aldis!? <<

'''Aldis:''' You remember me! How goes it, brother? Still waving your sword around like a feather duster?

'''Mylla:''' You...you...

'''Aldis:''' Good to see you too, Mylla my dear. You're more beautiful than I remember.

'''Mylla:''' >> Y-You're alive!? Where have you been all these years!? Answer me! <<

'''Aldis:''' Me? Well, if you must know, I'm on a spiritual journey to self-discovery.

'''Mylla:''' >> Dammit, Aldis, this is serious! We all thought you were dead! And for you to walk in here, as though nothing ever happened——have you forgotten how you dishonored us!? I should cut you down where you stand! <<

'''Aldis:''' Ho ho, this's the Mylla I remember, all the fire and brimstone! I knew that pretty face could still contort itself into some terrifying shapes!
'''Aldis:''' Ahhh, don't pout, girl, I'm just having fun. But, as you wish, I'll go.
'''Aldis:''' [Forename], was it? Why don't you join me at the Quicksand? I could use some company, and I doubt anyone else here would be so kind.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Mylla:''' That...that bastard. Why now, after all these years...?
-optional end

===Meet Aldis at the Quicksand===
-cutscene start
'''Aldis:''' Ho, you came. Sorry you had to witness that little reunion between me and Mylla.
'''Aldis:''' The Sword of Nald, back from the dead─you'd think I'd be greeted by throngs of adoring fans, not threats of violence...
'''Aldis:''' Listen, [Forename]. You're good with a sword, that's plain to see.
'''Aldis:''' But more than that, you've got purpose. There's a fire burning within you.
'''Aldis:''' As a former man of conviction, I can recognize a kindred spirit.
'''Aldis:''' Gerolt named her ''Frenzy''. She's one of a magnificent pair of swords that the drunken prodigy forged for Coliseum champions.
'''Aldis:''' The man who wielded her twin had eyes that burned like yours...
'''Aldis:''' [Forename], I─
'''Aldis:''' >> The hells!? <<

'''Nameless Attacker:''' >> Aldis, Sword of Nald! We've come for your head! <<

'''Aldis:''' If you do that, then how the hells am I supposed to enjoy my ale?

'''Nameless Attacker:''' >> Arrogant fool! Prepare to meet your maker! <<

'''Aldis:''' Well, ain't you a bunch of impatient, humorless fellas.
'''Aldis:''' Up for a bit of fun, [Forename]? I'll lead, you follow.
-cutscene end

====Solo Duty====
'''Aldis@Aldis, Sword of Nald:''' Watch closely now, [Forename]! I'll show you how a Coliseum champion fights!
'''Aldis@Aldis, Sword of Nald:''' Is this all you've got!? Try to keep up, boys!
'''Aldis@Aldis, Sword of Nald:''' Those weaklings're all yours, [Forename]!
'''Aldis@Aldis, Sword of Nald:''' Aye, that's the sort of sport I crave!
'''Aldis@Aldis, Sword of Nald:'''Watch their eyes, [Forename], not their hands!

-cutscene start
'''Aldis:''' Didn't think he'd go so far as to send a gang of sellswords into the Quicksand in broad daylight.
'''Aldis:''' Why is it never a bevy of beauties?
'''Aldis:''' Let's continue this another time, shall we? I need to find a new place to drink─one with more attractive company than this sorry lot.
-cutscene end

===Report to Mylla===
-cutscene start
'''Mylla:''' My apologies, [Forename]——I meant to teach you a new technique earlier, but when that idiot arrived, I completely forgot. He's just so...infuriating.
'''Mylla:''' Ahem. The Shield Lob technique will allow you to attack from afar without the need for ranged weaponry.
'''Mylla:''' Since we gladiators are primarily close-range fighters, the ability to draw the attention of distant enemies is a valuable asset. May it serve you well in the field, [Forename]!
-quest complete
-cutscene end
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=HIVu7t0M77Y}}

Ul'dah's Most Wanted

2026-04-25T03:59:02Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| description = [[Mylla|First Sword Mylla]] requires your immediate assistance with a dangerous matter.
| image = Gladiator quest image.png
| quest-giver = Mylla
| related-npcs = Bruce; Bruce the Big; Gutless Gladiator
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 9
| location-y = 11
| type = class
| class = gladiator
| level = 10
| exp = 3420
| reward1 = 1 Ash Macuahuitl
| reward2 = 1 Bronze Hoplon
| reward-opt1 = 1 Leather Jacket
| reward-opt2 = 1 Bronze Sallet
| reward-opt3 = 1 Hempen Bracers
| reward-opt4 = 1 Leather Jackboots
| reward-opt5 = 2 Allagan Bronze Piece
| prev-quest = Kicking the Hornet's Nest
| next-quest = That Old Familiar Feeling
| patch = 2.0
| id-gt = 65824
| id-edb = 2bd4fe37840
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of War Quests
| journal-genre = Gladiator Quests
}}

== Objectives ==
* Search for the freelancers in Stonesthrow.
* Speak with the Gutless Gladiator.
* Report to Mylla.
* Wait in ambush for the freelancers.
* Defeat the duskwight freelancers!
* Speak with Bruce.
* Report to Mylla.

== Journal ==
* A band of lancers has been slaying Hyuran men bearing swords. Mylla bids you go to Stonethrow and investigate reports of suspicious foreigners in the area.
* Arriving at Stonesthrow, you are ambushed by two Duskwight sellswords, but succeeded in vanquishing them both. Speak with the gutless gladiator and ascertain that he is unharmed.
* You learn that the sellswords were searching for a man named Aldis. Return to Mylla and inform her of the lancers' demise.
* Before you can celebrate your victory, a fellow gladiator named Bruce bursts into the guild and reports that the remaining sellswords are hiding in the tunnel south of Black Brush Station. Mylla bids you and Bruce make a foray into the tunnel and deal with the remaining lancers.
* Though your foes were many, they were no match for your excellent swordsmanship. Speak with Bruce and see that he is unharmed.
* With the job complete, Bruce takes his leave back to Ul'dah and a celebratory pint. Return to the Gladiators' Guild and report your success to Mylla.
* Mylla thanks you for your efforts and admits that she is impressed by your tremendous growth as a gladiator. Before you part ways, she questions you as to the motives of the sellswords. Alas, she is unsatisfied with your response.
: ※ The next gladiator quest will be available from Mylla upon reaching level 15.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Mylla:''' You look well, [Forename]. I hope you are ready for your next task, because I require your immediate assistance.
'''Mylla:''' There have been several violent murders recently, the victims of which were all Hyuran men.
'''Mylla:''' Based on the multiple spear wounds found upon the bodies of the deceased, we believe that lancers are responsible for the crimes.
'''Mylla:''' Not only are these murders a blight upon our city, I fear it is only a matter of time before one of our own is targeted.
'''Mylla:''' I have just received reports of foreign lancers skulking about in Stonesthrow. Considering the circumstances, I find it likely that these are our culprits.
'''Mylla:''' We cannot abide any more murders. Go to Stonesthrow, outside the Gate of Nald, and speak with any you find in the area. With luck, we may find these lancers before they strike again.
-quest accepted

===Search for the freelancers in Stonesthrow===
'''Gutless Gladiator:''' Don't kill me, please! I'm not the one you want!

===Speak with the gutless gladiator===
'''Gutless Gladiator:''' Thank you, ''thank you''! Th-They appeared out of nowhere, asked me if I was Aldis at spearpoint. I said no, but they attacked me anyway! Wh-What did I do to deserve this?

===Report to Mylla===
-cutscene start
'''Mylla:''' So they were indeed the murderers we sought!
'''Mylla:''' But what brought Duskwight freelancers all the way from the Black Shroud?
'''Mylla:''' And why were they murdering Hyuran men with swords?

'''Bruce:''' >> First Sword! <<

'''Mylla:''' What is it?

'''Bruce:''' >> Lancers, First Sword! A gang of 'em, hidin' in the tunnel south of Black Brush Station! <<

'''Mylla:''' Hmph, it seems we're not rid of them yet. [Forename], you might as well finish what you started. Go to central Thanalan and dispatch the last of these freelancers.
'''Mylla:''' Bruce, accompany [Forename]. See that {{alternatives|f=she|m=he}} doesn't die.

'''Bruce:''' Well, I can't keep the {{alternatives|f=lass|m=bloke}} from gettin' skewered, but I'll patch {{alternatives|f=her|m=him}} up best I can.

'''Mylla:''' [Forename], defend Bruce. He knows powerful healing magicks, but he cannot employ them unless you keep all your enemies occupied. Make sure you command their full attention at all times.

'''Bruce:''' Aye, I'm countin' on you to keep those bastards away from me. Watch me back and I'll watch yours.

'''Mylla:''' >> You have your orders, gladiators! Send these freelancers to the Seventh Gate! <<
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Bruce the Big:''' Hmmm...seems no one's home. What say we wait here and ambush 'em when they return?
-optional end

===Wait in ambush for the freelancers (Solo Duty)===
'''Bruce the Big:''' Get these bastards off me! If I die, you die!
'''Bruce the Big:''' Hah, bastards're actually makin' me break a sweat!
'''Bruce the Big:''' Ho, looks like someone's pissed in his pease porridge!

===Speak with Bruce===
'''Bruce the Big:''' Looks like we're done here. Let's head home, [Forename]─I could use a drink.

===Report to Mylla===
'''Mylla:''' Congratulations on a job well done, [Forename]. Bruce says you acquitted yourself well.

> If first job
'''Mylla:''' You have shown tremendous growth since you joined us...and though it pains me to do this, you have earned the right.
'''Mylla:''' [Forename], I grant you leave to join other guilds.
'''Mylla:''' As you doubtless know, Ul'dah is home to both the Pugilists' Guild and the Thaumaturges' Guild. However, there are also guilds where you may learn something of more peaceful traditions. You may even join the guilds of other nations, if that is your desire.
'''Mylla:''' Know that I will respect your decisions...whatever they may be.
'''Mylla:''' So long as you do not forget that you are, above all, a gladiator!
'''Mylla:''' Before you head off, I wanted to ask you─Bruce believes the freelancers were out for a bounty. What is your opinion on this, [Forename]?

> If not first job
'''Mylla:''' I wanted to ask you-Bruce believes the freelancers were out for a bounty. What is your opinion on this, [Forename]?
---

Question: What will you say?
> They were tracking a man named Aldis.
'''Mylla:''' ''Aldis''!? Are you certain that is the name you heard!?
'''Mylla:''' He's...he's alive? But how...?

> Their motives died with them.
'''Mylla:''' I see... Mayhap it is best that we put this sordid affair behind us. Still, I cannot help but wonder...
---
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=LNXL0a07MFQ}}

Kicking the Hornet's Nest

2026-04-25T03:46:45Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue with template

{{Quest infobox
| description = [[Mylla|First Sword Mylla]] wishes to teach you the fundamentals of the gladitorial arts.
| image = Gladiator quest image.png
| quest-giver = Mylla
| related-npcs = Frolicsome Dancer; Ill-mannered Marauder; Keen-eyed Marauder; Menacing Marauder; Mocking Marauder; Momodi; Nervous Merchant; Pfarmurl; Stately Gentleman
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 9
| location-y = 11
| type = class
| class = gladiator
| level = 5
| exp = 1400
| reward1 = 1 Bronze Bastard Sword
| reward-opt1 = 1 Custom-made Cuirass
| reward-opt2 = 1 Leather Eyepatch
| reward-opt3 = 1 Fingerless Leather Gloves
| reward-opt4 = 1 Altered Thighboots
| reward-opt5 = 5 Allagan Tin Piece
| prev-quest = My First Gladius
| next-quest = Ul'dah's Most Wanted
| patch = 2.0
| id-gt = 65792
| id-edb = dd334edcc26
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of War Quests
| journal-genre = Gladiator Quests
| req-items = 2 Caravan Sack
}}

== Objectives ==
* Tell the marauders outside [[the Quicksand]] to face [[Me|/me]]. 0/4
* Tell the marauder inside [[the Quicksand]] to face [[Me|/me]].
* Speak with [[Momodi]].
* Report to [[Mylla]].
* Search for witnesses at [[Scorpion Crossing]].
* Recover the merchant's goods. 0/2
* Return the goods to the merchant.
* Report to [[Mylla]].

== Journal ==
* A gladiator must be capable of commanding an opponent's attention at will. To help you better understand this concept, [[Mylla]] has bid you seek out Lominsan marauders harassing people outside the Quicksand. Once located, bellow "Face /me, marauder!" and show them that their disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
* The mere sight of you sends the marauders packing. Enter the Quicksand and deal with any belligerents that remain.
* Your attempts to intimidate [[Pfarmurl the Driven]] nearly ends in disaster until a man named [[Aldis]] intervenes, causing the marauder to flee in terror. Speak with Momodi and inform her that all the Lominsans are gone.
* [[Momodi]] is grateful for the help you and Aldis provided. However, before you depart, she asks that you not speak of Aldis to Mylla. Return to the Gladiators' Guild and tell the guildmaster that the task is complete.
* Mylla informs you that the Lominsan marauders have begun terrorizing merchants outside Scorpion Crossing in Western Thanalan. Speak with any victims you can find so that you may track down Pfarmurl's gang and bring them to justice.
* The Bloody Marauders may be the ones behind a recent assault on a traveling merchant. Search for the merchant's goods outside Scorpion Crossing and confront the Lominsans if they are still in the area.
* You recover the merchant's goods and ensure that the Bloody Marauders will terrorize the people of Thanalan no more. Return the stolen goods to their rightful owner.
* The Merchant is overjoyed to receive his stolen merchandise. Return to the guild and report to Mylla.
* Mylla is pleased to hear of your accomplishments. She reminds you that by mastering the sword, you master yourself. Duly advised, you return to your training.
: ※ The next gladiator quest will be available from Mylla upon reaching level 10.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Mylla:''' Ah, [Forename]. I take it you and your sword have become better acquainted. Then I will now instruct you on another fundamental aspect of what it means to be a gladiator: commanding an opponent's attention.
'''Mylla:''' As gladiators, we are trained to engage enemies at close range, weathering their attacks as we deliver our own. However, there are times when we must do battle alongside allies whose talents are not the same as our own.
'''Mylla:''' In such a situation, your role is ''not'' to slay the enemy in front of you, but rather to defend the man beside you.
'''Mylla:''' We do this by eliciting the enmity of our opponents through attacks and techniques designed to incite their hatred.
'''Mylla:''' You must learn to draw the enemy's attention to yourself and to trust in your stout constitution to endure. In so doing, you protect your weaker comrades who would otherwise perish.
'''Mylla:''' To help you better understand this, there is a task I would have you perform. It just so happens that Momodi of the Quicksand has requested our assistance─a gang of Lominsan marauders has paraded into town and begun harassing people outside her establishment.
'''Mylla:''' Men like these prey on the weak, but will turn tail and flee at the first sign of defiance. You need not resort to violence─it will suffice to show them that you are not afraid of them, and will not tolerate their behavior.
'''Mylla:''' Seek out the Lominsans and make your presence known by bellowing, “Face me, marauder!” In this way, you will protect the people of Ul'dah, as you would your allies in battle.
-quest accepted

===Tell the marauders outside the Quicksand to face /me===
'''Ill-mannered Marauder:''' The 'ells ye want? This don't concern ye, so bugger off!
''The player {{i|Me}}.''
'''Ill-mannered Marauder:''' Ye know yer friend 'ere's a Twelve-damned cheat!? Thinks 'e can charge us more 'cause we're foreigners! But 'e'll get 'is own back, mark me words!

'''Menacing Marauder:''' Bugger off! Can't ye see I'm 'avin' a civilized conversation with this poxy whoreson!?
''The player {{i|Me}}.''
'''Menacing Marauder:''' What? Ye blamin' me 'cause this little shite shat 'is own pants!? Well, bugger 'im, an' bugger you, too!

'''Mocking Marauder:''' ...Just turn around an' walk away, 'venturer. Are ye deaf? Get lost!
''The player {{i|Me}}.''
'''Mocking Marauder:''' The 'ells is yer problem!? Maybe she likes 'er men rough! What're ye s'posed to be, 'er bleedin' {{alternatives|f=lady-in-waitin'|manservant}}!? Bah, it don't matter, ye've gone an' spoiled the mood...

'''Keen-eyed Marauder:''' Ye gots a lot o' nerve, thinkin' ye can talk to me like that!
''The player {{i|Me}}.''
'''Keen-eyed Marauder:''' Oi, come on now, 'e was disrespectin' me proud Sea Wolf 'eritage! <spit> Fine, I'll leave the bastard be, but we ain't finished!

===Tell the marauder inside the Quicksand to face /me===
'''Pfarmurl:''' Me poxy arse this is yer best brew! I'd sooner drink a pint o' me own piss than this swill!
''The player {{i|Me}}.''
'''Pfarmurl:''' Just who the 'ells do ye think yer speakin' to, maggot!? I'm Pfarmurl the Driven, an' me an' me Bloody Marauders've been reavin' so long, mothers scare their children with tales about us!
'''Pfarmurl:''' Don't believe me words? Then I'll let me axe do the talkin'!

-cutscene start
'''???:''' Oho, this is lively, even for the Quicksand. You two going to put on a show for us?

'''Pfarmurl:''' What's this? Another godsdamned fool? Show some respect when ye talk to─

'''Aldis@???:''' Pfarmurl the Driven, leader of a troupe of bloody mummers or some such. Aye, I heard you the first time─your voice carries quite well.

'''Pfarmurl:''' >> Then unless ye want me to split yer skull with me axe, ye better─ <<
'''Pfarmurl:''' Th-That sword! It couldn't be...''Frenzy''!? But only the Sword of Nald would─ Bloody hells, it's ''you''!

'''Aldis@???:''' You know, I've never been one to stand back and watch. Mind if I join the fun?

'''Pfarmurl:''' B-B-Beggin' yer pardon, sir!

'''Aldis@???:''' Why do they always do that...? <sigh> Looks like it's just you and me.
'''Aldis@???:''' Standing up to that Lominsan was quite brave of you─and quite foolish.
'''Aldis:''' I think I like you, gladiator. Name's Aldis, and I'd buy you a drink, but I'm afraid I just spent the last of my coin.
'''Aldis:''' I used to be a young gladiator like you. Back then, I... Ah, but that hardly concerns you. These days I'm just an explorer of the unexplored, a seeker of as-yet-unknown experiences...
'''Aldis:''' ...Like that beautiful stranger keeping my bed warm right now. ''Gods'', I've missed this city, this wonderful desert jewel of debauchery and sin. Now, if you'll excuse me.
-cutscene end

===Speak with Momodi===
'''Momodi:''' I swear, if I hadn't seen Aldis with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it was him. Everyone here thought he died years ago.
'''Momodi:''' Listen, [Forename]. Do me a favor and ''don't'' tell Mylla about meetin' Aldis, alright? She doesn't need this sort of drama.
'''Momodi:''' Why? Well...let's just say some folk ain't good for one another.

===Report to Mylla===
'''Mylla:''' I've already heard of your exploits at the Quicksand, [Forename]. You did well to send those marauders packing. I wish I could say we've heard the last of them.
'''Mylla:''' Alas, we've received reports of axe-wielding raiders assaulting merchants traveling through Scorpion Crossing. It seems words will not suffice, after all.
'''Mylla:''' I want you to finish what you've begun, [Forename]. Head to western Thanalan and see that Pfarmurl the Driven and all those who have shared in his crimes never trouble the people of Ul'dah again.

===Search for witnesses at Scorpion Crossing===
'''Nervous Merchant:''' They...they tore me from my saddle and took everything I own! Bring my goods back to me, I beg of you!

===Return the goods to the merchant===
'''Nervous Merchant:''' They...they tore me from my saddle and took everything I own! Bring my goods back to me, I beg of you!
''The player hands over 2 {{i|Caravan Sack}}.''
'''Nervous Merchant:''' Twelve bless you, adventurer! If it weren't for good {{alternatives|f=women|m=men}} like you, I'd never leave home.

===Report to Mylla===
'''Mylla:''' Good, it is finished. And with that, this stage of your training is complete.
'''Mylla:''' This time, your enemies were ill-behaved ruffians, but who knows what manner of opponents you will face in the future?
'''Mylla:''' Regardless, I have faith that you will do well. Master your sword and you shall master yourself.
'''Mylla:''' Now then, there will be work for you in the days to come.
'''Mylla:''' Return to your training, [Forename]. We will speak again.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=rcL68j4ceoU}}

My First Gladius

2026-04-25T03:33:50Z

Maleficentabsinthe: updated dialogue formatting to new templete

{{Quest infobox
| description = [[Mylla|First Sword Mylla]] wishes to gauge your aptitude for the sword.
| image = Gladiator quest image.png
| quest-giver = Mylla
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 9
| location-y = 11
| type = class
| class = Gladiator
| level = 1
| exp = 400
| gil = 115
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Way of the Gladiator
| next-quest = Kicking the Hornet's Nest
| patch = 2.0
| id-gt = 65822
| id-edb = cc403b5f18e
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of War Quests
| journal-genre = Gladiator Quests
}}

==Walkthrough==
This quest isn't available for players who started the game as a gladiator. For them, these objectives are instead part of {{i|Way of the Gladiator}}, and they then proceed directly to {{i|Kicking the Hornet's Nest}}.

== Objectives ==
* Slay [[Star Marmot|star marmots]]. 0/3
* Slay [[Huge Hornet|huge hornets]]. 0/3
* Slay [[Snapping Shrew|snapping shrews]]. 0/3
* Report to Mylla.

== Journal ==
* The guildmaster had instructed you to slay marmots, hornets, and shrews outside the gates of Ul'dah. With sword in hand, venture forth and do battle with the beasts.
* You have slain the creatures as instructed and become more familiar with your new weapon. Return to the Gladiators' Guild and speak with Mylla.
* Mylla states that to master the sword, you must remember and reflect upon your experiences in battle. Taking your words to heart, you resolve to seek out and test yourself against new foes.
: ※ The next gladiator quest will be available from Mylla upon reaching level 5.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Mylla:''' Heh, amazing what a difference a sword can make. Your expression, your posture...you're already brimming with confidence.
'''Mylla:''' Let's see if that confidence is warranted, shall we?
'''Mylla:''' Just outside the gates of Ul'dah, you'll find plenty of marmots, hornets, and shrews. Slay three of each and return here when finished.
'''Mylla:''' Oh, and use your sword, [Forename]. I'm a gladiator, and I aim to train you as one. Now, go.
-quest accepted

===Report to Mylla===
'''Mylla:''' Welcome back, [Forename]. I take it you've dispatched the beasts, and with ease.
'''Mylla:''' With every swing and thrust, you gain valuable experience. You must remember and reflect on each one if you are to recognize and eliminate the deficiencies in your technique.
'''Mylla:''' Your training under me shall continue once the haft sits so snugly in your hand that you cannot imagine holding aught else. Until then, [Forename].
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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Hope's Confluence

2026-04-21T01:30:42Z

Maleficentabsinthe: clarified text bubble vs duty dialogue; added a missing gender alternative

{{Quest infobox
| title = Hope's Confluence
| image = Hope's_Confluence_Image.png
| description = The Crystal Exarch is the very picture of resolve.
| quest-giver = Crystal Exarch
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Crystarium Sentry; Manager of Suites; Ryne; Thancred; Urianger; Y'shtola
| cutscene-npcs = Elidibus; Emet-Selch; Hythlodaeus; Lahabrea; Warrior of Darkness (NPC)
| location = The Crystarium
| location-x = 12.7
| location-y = 11.2
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| exp = 22440
| gil = 3575
| unlocks = tr The Seat of Sacrifice
| prev-quest = The Converging Light
| next-quest = Nothing Unsaid
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 675
| id-gt = 69314
| id-edb = 90de78eeddc
}}
==Steps==
* Defeat the [[Warrior of Light (Boss)|Warrior of Light]].
* Speak with [[Ryne]].

==Journal==
*On your signal, the Exarch lifts the ward, and together you stride into the Crystal Tower to meet with Elidibus.

※In the event that you leave the instance, you may reenter by speaking with the Crystarium sentry.

*As you wind your way up through the tower, your adversary's incessant summonings take an ever-heavier toll on your companion, eventually bringing him to his knees. His rapidly crystallizing body no longer able to keep up, the Exarch vows to hold the spectral warriors at bay while you go on alone─and so you do, hoping all the while that you will see him again.

*Some time later, you gain the tower's uppermost level, where you come face-to-face with Elidibus at last. In defiance of his fading memories, the Ascian clings to his name and duty, and takes unto himself the power of yet more heroes to arise as the Warrior of Light incarnate. In this puissant form, he unleashes a burst of all-consuming radiance at you, only to look on agog as you emerge unscathed. In your hand shines the constellation crystal you received from Hythlodaeus, while around you an array of arcane rings stand ready to summon champions from beyond the rift to your aid. The odds thus evened, you steel yourself for the decisive battle with your oldest foe.

※The Seat of Sacrifice can be accessed via the Duty Finder.

*The battle unfolds with neither side willing to yield an ilm, but it is ultimately you who delivers the final blow, bringing Elidibus to his knees. Defiant even in defeat, Elidibus proclaims his own immortality, only for the Exarch to arrive and play his promised trump card. Harnessing the Crystal Tower's vast reservoir of energy, he strips the primal of his power and entraps his scattered essence. Before the Ascian fades into oblivion, however, you choose to restore his lost memories to him, granting him a semblance of peace at the last.

*It is, by any measure, a historic victory, but one not without cost, for it soon becomes clear that the Exarch's exertions have taken a fatal toll. As what remains of his flesh turns into crystal, he begs one last favor of you: a journey together. Comforted by your answer, he entrusts to you his mind and memories before commencing his silent vigil...

*Rejoining your other comrades in the Exedra, you learn from Ryne that all has returned to normal in Norvrandt. Yet something clearly weighs upon her mind...

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Crystal Exarch:''' You are ready, then? Very well. I shall lift the ward.

Question: What will you say?
> It's time we finished this!
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And finish it we shall. For no hero our foe could summon to his side shall ever compare to you! And...as for me...well, no ally you could summon to your side will ever try harder, that much I swear.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' So come, my friend! Let's finish this─once and for all!
> You know, it wasn't so long ago that I watched you seal the place up.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Hm? ''Ah'', before I began my slumber, you mean? Ha! It seems rather longer to me. But yes, what strange symmetry.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' This time, I break the seal, and I have no intention of locking myself away again.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Nay, together we will enter, and together we will leave - in triumph. So come, my friend. Let us be about it!
---

-quest accepted

-voiced cutscene start
''Within the Crystal Tower''
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Not here either. We must keep climbing.

''The Exarch collapses in pain, his legs turning to crystal. More spectral heroes are being summoned.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' 'Twas but a matter of time...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I cannot keep up with you. Nor will it avail us to make a stand here.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' You must go on without me. Find Elidibus, and stop him.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Worry not, my friend.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Though I am no warrior, I have learned to hold my own over the years.

''The Exarch stands back up.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' When first we explored this tower, you and your fellow adventurers formed the van, while I was left to follow in your wake.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Suffice it to say, I was not best pleased with the arrangement. How I wished that I could join you...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And now I have, here where it all began.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I was right to trust in you and the power of your legacy ─ of your name. To let them guide my every deed.

Elidibus@Elidibus (Voiceover): For Elidibus is my name. And my mission. Guiding my every deed.

Question: What will you say?
> Why me?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Why you? Why ''not'' you? Had I chosen another, we would never have made it this far. Or do I mistake your meaning...?
> Did you never consider other paths?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I did ─ but I chose not to walk them, thank the gods. Why ever would you ask me such a thing?
---

'''Crystal Exarch:''' ...Elidibus spoke in similar terms, you say? How curious.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' To answer your questions, then, I made my choice for reasons which seemed obvious to me, but may not to any other.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' There were the expectations I placed upon myself before beginning my slumber. And the expectations of those who roused me.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Of course, I had the choice to turn my back on the lot of it. But in the end, it was no choice at all.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I cherish the time I spent with you and the others. What I wouldn't give to return to those halcyon days...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Chasing ancient secrets, overcoming trial after trial with the aid of like-minded comrades...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And what remarkable comrades they were. In such company, I felt as if I were a character in the epic tales that had stirred my heart as a boy. As if my dream had come true...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' It hadn't, of course, for I was no hero. Neither then nor after. Though the world to which I awakened, and the First were beset with myriad problems, I rarely knew how best to play my part.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' There was, however, one thing of which I was certain: that I could not bear to let those dear to me meet a tragic end.

''Many spectral heroes are summoned.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' I'm afraid our time is up. Go.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Rest assured you haven't seen the last of me. I wouldn't dream of playing my trump card save in your presence.

''The player continues on without the Exarch.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' >> Break! <<

''The Exarch immobilizes the spectral heroes.''

''At the top of the Crystal Tower, by Xande's throne. Elidibus holds the Exarch's spirit vessel.''

'''Elidibus:''' Memories of a possible future...
'''Elidibus:''' Worthless, all. Worthless as memories of the only past. Fated to fray and fade into oblivion.
'''Elidibus:''' Leaving naught but a gaping void...

''The player confronts Elidibus.''

'''Elidibus:''' The Waking...Sands? ...Yes, that was the place. The place I first made myself known to you and yours.
'''Elidibus:''' The seventh Rejoining had left the realm listing dangerously towards Darkness. And events were unfolding that threatened to push it over the brink.
'''Elidibus:''' Thus did I approach you, in my capacity as emissary, thinking that you would make a useful pawn...
'''Elidibus:''' But I was wrong, and for my misstep did Lahabrea and Emet-Selch pay the ultimate price. Leaving me the last of the unsundered.
'''Elidibus:''' My remaining brethren, fragmented as they are, cannot hope to see our mission to its end. It falls to me alone.
'''Elidibus:''' Defeat is not an option. I will strike you down. I will resurrect Lord Zodiark. And I will bring back those who sacrificed themselves to call Him forth.
'''Elidibus:''' Though it take a thousand thousand years, upon my honor as Elidibus, emissary of the Convocation of Fourteen, I will see this done.

''Start of flashback.''
Hythlodaeus: But know that his devotion is not without reason. Even if he himself can no longer remember what that reason is.
Convocation Speaker: You worry too much, Elidibus. This dedication to your duty verges on obsession.
''The player recalls the two unsundered Ascian masks on Gaius, then Lahabrea's and Emet-Selch's defeats.''
''End of flashback.''

Question: What will you say?
> Those who once relied upon you are no more.
> However hard you struggle, you will never bring back the Convocation.
---

'''Elidibus:''' What of it!? I have my mission!
'''Elidibus:''' I am Elidibus! And it is my duty to steer mankind and the very star upon their true course. This I swore to...to someone.
'''Elidibus:''' We spoke, and I swore...what? What did I...?
''Elidibus laughs.''
'''Elidibus:''' This pain, this torment...is nothing! No more than must be suffered to deliver the world from its doom! No more than any of you malformed creatures have known!
'''Elidibus:''' Even should you lose all that is dear to you. Even should it cost you your life...
'''Elidibus:''' You bear the burden and fight on, kicking and screaming until your last breath is spent!
'''Ardbert@Voice from Within:''' Aye, it's true. We've lost much and more. Known unimaginable suffering.
'''Ardbert@Voice from Within:''' But through it all, we never, ever forgot what was dear to us. And that's what gave us the strength to carry on.

Question: What will you say?
> You've no fight left to fight.
> I will put an end to this.
---

'''Elidibus:''' No! NO! It will not end here!

''Elidibus begins summoning several spectral heroes.''

'''Elidibus:''' Champions from beyond the rift, heed my call! The time is come to deliver your brethren from darkness!
'''Elidibus:''' My heart's sole desire is a world free of sorrow. Join with me now in hope and prayer...for the salvation of all!

''The spectral heroes fuse with Elidibus, transforming him into the primal Warrior of Light.''

'''Elidibus:''' If you would usher in the end, then with my all shall I oppose you...
'''Elidibus:''' ...As the avatar of those mortal heroes who fought unfalteringly, in all their imperfection! As the Warrior of Light incarnate!
'''Elidibus:''' >> Come, Warrior of Darkness! Let us finish this! <<

''Elidibus attacks the player. After the dust settles, the player's Azem crystal begins to glow.''

'''Elidibus:''' What..?

''A summoning circle for seven other party members surrounds the player.''

x@???: Herein I commit the chronicle of the traveler. Shepherd to the stars in the dark.
x@???: Though the world be sundered and our souls set adrift, where you walk, my dearest friend, fate shall surely follow.
x@???: For yours is the Fourteenth seat ─ the seat of Azem.

'''Elidibus:''' An invocation of eld...though not of Hydaelyn's making... What are you?
'''Elidibus:''' No ─ it matters not! You are the enemy, and you will fall! Even should it cost me everything, I will not forsake my duty!
''{{i|The Seat of Sacrifice}} now accessible''
-cutscene end

===Defeat the Warrior of Light===
-voiced cutscene start
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: For my people—for our world, I will strike you down.
-cutscene end
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: This battle shall be our last.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Begone, spawn of shadow!
System: The Warrior of Light imbues his blade with blizzard!
System: The Warrior of Light imbues his blade with fire!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Darkness must be destroyed!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Gleaming steel, light my path!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Hmph... Even with all this power, it seems I am hard-pressed to lay you low.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: No matter. If you will not fall, then you will be banished instead!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Rift swallow you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Here where we Ascians have been forced to retreat time and again, you will meet your demise.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Struggle all you like. Even should you break free, there is no way back.
-optional start
If anyone fails the Active Time Maneuver
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: In this place you will drift forevermore. Farewell, hero.
-optional end
-voiced cutscene start
System: You clutch the crystal of Azem to your breast and wish upon it with all your heart.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: And so it ends. In unceremonious silence.
''An Amaurotine specter appears.''
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: You... It cannot be...
''The specter re-summons the party. They then walk away, waving their right arm, revealing themselves to be Emet-Selch.''
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: To me, Warriors of Light!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I am salvation given form...
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Mankind's first hero...and his final hope!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: For victory, I render up my all!
-cutscene end
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Your demise will be our salvation!
System: Transcend your limits and weather the gathering storm!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: You still stand. Very well...
Spectral Black Mage@Spectral Black Mage (text bubble): In the name of the Light!
Spectral White Mage@Spectral White Mage (text bubble): For the sake of our world!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Haaah!
x@Spectral Dark Knight (text bubble): To the ashes whence you came!
Spectral Bard@Spectral Bard (text bubble): Death rain upon you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Begone, spawn of shadow!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light:Darkness must be destroyed!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I will destroy you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I shall transcend you!
System: The Warrior of Light is transcending his limits!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: My soul knows no surrender!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Hope, grant me strength!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Feel the pain!
x@Spectral Ninja (text bubble): Cleansing water, wash away evil!
x@Spectral Summoner (text bubble): Lend me your strength, my servants!
x@Spectral Warrior (text bubble): I'll cut 'em down to size!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: My duty... No, not yet!
-optional start
If a DPS limit break is used when the boss is not casting an action
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light:Clad in prayer, I am invincible!
-optional end
-voiced cutscene start
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: No... I cannot fail... I will not...
-cutscene end

====Post-duty cutscene====
-voiced cutscene start
'''Elidibus:''' Fool! You have achieved nothing! I am immortal, and I will never surrender!

''The Exarch immobilizes Elidibus.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' Elidibus. So fixated were you on my memories of the future, you failed to heed the lessons of the past.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Your obsession blinded you to the true nature of this tower ─ this beacon of hope for mankind.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Created to serve as a reservoir for the limitless energy of the heavens! To harness and bind the boundless ─ not unlike white auracite!
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Your ill-begotten power, obtained by exploiting that which is best in us... I shall have it, your soul and all!

''The Crystal Tower glows brightly while the Exarch casts the binding spell. During it, his body continues to crystallize, but the player assists him. Elidibus's primal form dissipates, along with the starshowers. Elidibus now has the form of a white robed Amaurotine with a red mask. He sees the crystals of the Convocation members on the floor.''

'''Elidibus:''' This...
'''Elidibus:''' Yes... I would become Him. I would save everyone. This I believed. Yet still they cried out, in rage and despair...
'''Elidibus:''' Divided─over the fate of the star. A rare occurrence, always fleeting. But not this time. Not this time...
'''Elidibus:''' Reconciliation. Elidibus. I was needed. I withdrew myself from Zodiark. For them...
'''Elidibus:''' My people. My brothers. ...My friends.
'''Elidibus:''' Stay strong. Keep the faith. At duty's end, we will meet again. We will. We will.
'''Elidibus:''' The rains have ceased, and we have been graced with another beautiful day. But you are not here to see it.

''Elidibus dissipates into aether that is absorbed into the tower. The player collects the Exarch's spirit vessel. The Exarch collapses.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' I concede, I may have overexerted myself.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Steady now, and listen. I told you before that I had a plan, and that when all was said and done, I would ask a favor of you.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' We have averted the Eighth Umbral Calamity. Found a way for everyone to return to the Source, and...last but not least, we have secured the future of all the people of Norvrandt. We have won, my friend.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' So I hope you'll forgive me this moment of selfishness. And...while I wouldn't want you to feel obliged...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Promise me you'll take me on your next adventure. A journey. Together. That's all I ask.

Question: What will you say?
> I promise.
> You could've asked me earlier!
---

'''Crystal Exarch:''' If I were to tell you that this isn't the end ─ that we will meet again ─ would you believe me?

''The player nods and shows the Exarch's spirit vessel.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' Thank you.

''The Exarch puts his hood back on, collects his staff, and walks to the middle of the room.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' My friend. With you, my mind and memories shall travel to the ends of the world and beyond. But in this place shall my body stand immovable.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' May it serve as an undying promise, not only to those who looked to me for leadership, but to any soul who has known despair, that hope is everlasting.

''The Exarch's spirit vessel glows. His body then crystallizes entirely. The Scions and Ryne arrive.''

'''Ryne@Ryne (Narration):''' There the Exarch would remain, keeping his silent vigil.
'''Ryne@Ryne (Narration):''' When the Scions were not released from his summoning spell, we proceeded with the plan to return them to the Source.
'''Ryne@Ryne (Narration):''' The Warrior of Darkness, however, retained {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} ability to traverse the two worlds at will.
'''Ryne@Ryne (Narration):''' And in time the Crystal Tower became a symbol of {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} link to the First ─ and of hope.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Y'shtola:''' Sometimes, I wish that I too had been gifted with the Echo. Then I might see what you have seen and glimpse into your heart without the need for words.

'''Urianger:''' Ere we descended from the throne room, I did chance upon an object which, if I have the right of it, did once ─
'''Urianger:''' ...Hm. M-Mine apologies. Mayhap now is not an appropriate time. Let us speak of it later.

'''Thancred:''' Shortly after you left, we observed that our enemy's ranks were no longer being replenished ─ presumably when your absence was noted. So we polished them off and came as quickly as we could.
'''Thancred:''' ...Which is to say, not quickly enough. But then you had the Exarch for company, didn't you, and you could ask for no better than that.

'''Alphinaud:''' At such moments, it is hard to know what to say... ...Are you all right, my friend?

'''Alisaie:''' You did well, [Forename] ─ you and the Exarch...
-optional end

===Speak with Ryne===
'''Ryne:''' ...Hm? Am I all right? I should be the one asking you...
'''Ryne:''' But yes, I'm fine, thank you. We all are.
'''Ryne:''' The people are fine, the city's fine, and the starshowers have stopped.
'''Ryne:''' It's almost as if we'd gone back to the peaceful days that followed the night's return. Almost.

-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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The Seat of Sacrifice

2026-04-21T01:17:15Z

Maleficentabsinthe: differentiated text bubble dialogue.

{{otheruses|the story-mode [[Main Scenario]] [[trial]]|the level 80 challenge-mode [[trial]]|The Seat of Sacrifice (Extreme)}}
{{Duty infobox
| description = “If you would usher in the end, then with my all shall I oppose you”─so spoke [[Elidibus]] as he took unto himself the power of champions from beyond the rift to arise as the self-proclaimed Warrior of Light incarnate. Yet as resolutely as your foe believes in his cause, so too do you believe in yours, and thus Light and Darkness must collide. Invoking the ancient magick imbued with the memories of Azem, the forgotten final member of the [[Convocation of Fourteen]], you summon the stars to your side and prepare to face your foe in a battle to steer the very course of the world.
| image = The Seat of Sacrifice.png
| type = Trial
| level = 80
| level-sync = 80
| ilvl = 465
| ilvl-sync =
| difficulty = normal
| size = full
| duty-finder = Trials (Shadowbringers)
| roulette = Trial
| time-limit = 60
| tomestones = 12 Poetics
| location = The Seat of Sacrifice
| region = Norvrandt
| entrance =
| entrance-coordinates =
| req-quest = Hope's Confluence
| patch = 5.3
| release = shadowbringers
| echo = trial
}} {{TOC limit|3}}
==Guide==
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===[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Warrior of Light (Boss)|Warrior of Light]]: [[Elidibus]]===
'''Note''': If a DPS player uses a Limit Break on the Warrior of Light at any point during the fight, he will use '''Hallowed Ground''' (indicated by the voiced line "Clad in prayer, I am invincible!") to make himself '''Invulnerable''' for 8 seconds, nullifying all damage and rendering the Limit Break worthless. This can be avoided by using the Limit Break while the boss is busy casting another ability.

====Phase 1====
* '''Terror Unleashed''': Reduces the entire party's HP to 1 and inflicts '''True Walking Dead''', which will kill affected players when the debuff's timer runs out. The debuff must be removed by healing the player to full HP.
* '''Solemn Confiteor''': Four circle AoEs dropped below random players.
* '''Coruscant Saber''': One of two attacks with differing effects:
** If the Warrior of Light has rings surrounding his sword, the attack is a ring AoE that leaves only the center of the his hitbox safe.
** If the Warrior of Light ''does not'' have rings around his sword, the attack is a circle AoE centered on him.
* '''Absolute Fire III''': Marks each player with a "pause" marker above their head. After the marker goes away, each player will take minor damage and be inflicted with {{status effect|pyretic}} '''[[Pyretic]]''' for 3 seconds, so they should stop attacking or moving until the debuff expires.
* '''Absolute Blizzard III''': Marks each player with a "play" marker above their head. After the marker goes away, each player will take minor damage and be inflicted with {{status effect|deep freeze}} '''[[Deep Freeze]]''' unless they are moving when the attack goes off.
* '''Imbued Absolute Blizzard/Fire III''': Imbues the Warrior of Light's next attack with an untelegraphed version of the listed spell.
* '''Imbued Coruscant''': An imbued version of '''Coruscant Saber'''. Functions identically to how it previously did, but with the added effect of casting '''Absolute Blizzard III''' or '''Absolute Fire III''' at the same time.
* '''Sword of Light''': The room will darken and a sword of light will appear to cut a triangle into the floor. When the sword finishes, the interior of the triangle will deal extreme damage to anyone standing in it.
* '''Summon Wyrm''': Summons a shadowy Bahamut on the north edge of the arena that will attack half of the arena with '''Dive Bomb'''.
* '''The Bitter End''': Tankbuster.
* '''Elddragon Dive''': High damage to the entire party.
* '''Ascendance''': Deals light damage and traps the entire party in '''Fetters'''.
* '''Absolute Teleport''': Forcibly teleports the entire party into the Aetherial Rift.

====Intermission====
* While inside the rift between worlds, players must perform an Active Time Maneuver to escape their fetters. To succeed, the players have 15 seconds to repeatedly click the button (or press any other button except from chat) and keep their '''Will of Defiance''' meter from dropping to 0. Note that the meter becomes easier to replenish when it is lower. So long as there's ''anything'' in the meter when the timer reaches zero, you succeed. '''If ''any'' player fails the event, the entire party wipes'''. If any players are dead when this phase starts, they will still participate and must successfully complete the Active Time Maneuver.
* The spirit of a '''Familiar Ascian''' appears before the Warrior of Light and returns the party to the arena as well as bestowing them three bars of Limit Break. In response, the Warrior of Light will call upon the '''Specters of Light'''.
* '''Ultimate Crossover''': The Warrior of Light will gain a '''Level 4 Limit Break''' and unleash it upon the party. '''A Level 3 Tank Limit Break is required to survive this attack'''. This should be used when the system text on the screen says "Transcend your limits and weather the gathering storm!"
* If at least one person survives this attack and the boss is hit, the party will be given a checkpoint, so wiping will return the party to the start of Phase 2.

====Phase 2====
* Note that the boss's health has fully restored.
* '''Specter of Light''': The Warrior of Light summons untargetable Specters of Light to perform attacks.
** '''Spectral White Mage''' and '''Spectral Black Mage''' will both use '''Twincast''' and four meteor circles will gradually appear in the arena. Two players are needed to stand in these circles to properly soak the damage, otherwise they inflict damage and {{status effect|vulnerability up}} '''[[Vulnerability Up]]''' to the entire party.
** '''Spectral Dark Knight''' will use '''Brimstone Earth''' to create two expanding circle AoEs in opposite corners of the arena. A '''Spectral Bard''' will use '''Deluge of Death''', placing a targeted proximity marker on one random player. The Warrior of Light will use '''Summon Wyrm''' as the Dark Knight uses his ability, and then '''Absolute Holy''' during the Bard's.
*** '''Absolute Holy''': Stack marker on a random player.
** '''Spectral Ninja''' will use '''Suiton: San''' to cause a tidal wave to appear on one edge of the arena to push players toward the opposite edge. As the tidal wave casts, the Ninja will use '''Katon: San''', a stack marker on a random player.
** '''Spectral Summoner''' will summon four '''Spectral Egi''' Demi-Bahamuts that tether to random players as the Summoner casts '''Flare Breath'''. When the cast ends, the four Spectral Egi will launch a wide cone in the direction of their tether.
** '''Spectral Warrior''' will appear in the center of the arena and use '''Perfect Decimation''', sending out two sets of four cone attacks from his position that, together, cover the entire arena. Remember which cones showed up first and wait for their attacks to go off.
* '''To the Limit''': Gives the Warrior of Light Limit Break charges.
** '''Radiant Braver''': Level 1 Limit Break. Cone attacks directed at three random players, marked with a red arrow over their heads.
** '''Radiant Desperado''': Level 2 Limit Break. Line stack markers on both healers that resolve one after the other. Inflicts '''Physical Vulnerability Up''' to prevent stacking for more than one attack.
** '''Radiant Meteor''': Level 3 Limit Break. Extremely large circle AoEs targeted on four random players.
* '''Sword of Light''': Now summons two swords with the same effects.

==Loot==
*{{tomestone|Poetics|12}} [[Allagan Tomestone of Poetics]]
*{{item icon|Shadowbringers Warrior of Light Card}} (Drops at a fixed rate.)

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-voiced cutscene start
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: For my people—for our world, I will strike you down.
-cutscene end
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: This battle shall be our last.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Begone, spawn of shadow!
System: The Warrior of Light imbues his blade with blizzard!
System: The Warrior of Light imbues his blade with fire!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Darkness must be destroyed!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Gleaming steel, light my path!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Hmph... Even with all this power, it seems I am hard-pressed to lay you low.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: No matter. If you will not fall, then you will be banished instead!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Rift swallow you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Here where we Ascians have been forced to retreat time and again, you will meet your demise.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Struggle all you like. Even should you break free, there is no way back.
-optional start
If anyone fails the Active Time Maneuver
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: In this place you will drift forevermore. Farewell, hero.
-optional end
-voiced cutscene start
System: You clutch the crystal of Azem to your breast and wish upon it with all your heart.
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: And so it ends. In unceremonious silence.
''An Amaurotine specter appears.''
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: You... It cannot be...
''The specter re-summons the party. They then walk away, waving their right arm, revealing themselves to be Emet-Selch.''
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: To me, Warriors of Light!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I am salvation given form...
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Mankind's first hero...and his final hope!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: For victory, I render up my all!
-cutscene end
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Your demise will be our salvation!
System: Transcend your limits and weather the gathering storm!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: You still stand. Very well...
Spectral Black Mage@Spectral Black Mage (text bubble): In the name of the Light!
Spectral White Mage@Spectral White Mage (text bubble): For the sake of our world!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Haaah!
x@Spectral Dark Knight (text bubble): To the ashes whence you came!
Spectral Bard@Spectral Bard (text bubble): Death rain upon you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Begone, spawn of shadow!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light:Darkness must be destroyed!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I will destroy you!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: I shall transcend you!
System: The Warrior of Light is transcending his limits!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: My soul knows no surrender!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Hope, grant me strength!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: Feel the pain!
x@Spectral Ninja (text bubble): Cleansing water, wash away evil!
x@Spectral Summoner (text bubble): Lend me your strength, my servants!
x@Spectral Warrior (text bubble): I'll cut 'em down to size!
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: My duty... No, not yet!
-optional start
If a DPS limit break is used when the boss is not casting an action
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light:Clad in prayer, I am invincible!
-optional end
-voiced cutscene start
Warrior of Light (Boss)@Warrior of Light: No... I cannot fail... I will not...
-cutscene end

</nowiki>}}

==Music==
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{{music table row|Main|To the Edge}}
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==Images==
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Seat of Sacrifice NM.png
Seat of Sacrifice boss.png
Seat of Sacrifice (Extreme)2.jpg
Warrior of Light (Boss).jpg
</gallery>
===<center>Abilities</center>===
<gallery heights=250px mode=packed>
The Seat of Sacrifice Coruscant Saber 1.jpg|'''Coruscant Saber''' Rings surrounding his sword
The Seat of Sacrifice Coruscant Saber 2.jpg|'''Coruscant Saber''' No rings
</gallery>

{{Duties nav/trial}}

The Converging Light

2026-04-20T23:22:52Z

Maleficentabsinthe: typo correction, added clarification in duty dialogue between text bubbles and other types of dialogue, added some optional dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = The Converging Light
| image = The_Converging_Light_Image.png
| description = Y'shtola gazes out into the distance.
| quest-giver = Y'shtola
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Beq Lugg; Chai-Nuzz; Crystal Exarch; Dulia-Chai; Lyna; Manager of Suites; Nervous Guard; Ryne; Stunned Citizen; Stupefied Citizen; Thancred; Urianger; Wrenden
| cutscene-npcs = Elidibus; Hydaelyn
| location = Kholusia
| location-x = 11.5
| location-y = 33.1
| location-z = 0.0
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| exp = 22440
| gil = 5353
| unlocks = dg The Heroes' Gauntlet
| prev-quest = Etched in the Stars
| next-quest = Hope's Confluence
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 674
| id-gt = 69313
| id-edb = ae7a32dbe7a
}}
==Steps==
* Speak with [[Y'shtola]] in [[Eulmore]].
* Speak with [[Chai-Nuzz]].
* Enter [[the Heroes' Gauntlet]].
* Speak with the [[Crystal Exarch]].
* Speak with the [[Nervous Guard|nervous guard]].
* Speak with the Crystal Exarch.

==Journal==
*Eager to rendezvous with your comrades, Y'shtola sets off for Eulmore at a brisk pace, leaving you trailing in her wake.

*You eventually catch up with Y'shtola at the aetheryte plaza, and together walk the last few steps to rejoin your assembled friends.

*Your comrades listen intently as you recount your recent adventure in the depths, their faces turning grim at the revelation that Elidibus is a primal. Even as you ponder what your foe may do next, another starshower appears in the skies over Eulmore, this time accompanied by an illusion of Amaurot... Yet it does not end there, for you are promptly set upon by spectral warriors who emerge from arcane rings resembling those conjured in the Exarch's summoning rituals. Whatever the reason for this uncanny similarity, all agree that you must take the battle elsewhere lest innocents fall into harm's way. To that end, you resolve to board a waiting airship and fly for the Crystarium.
** ※To enlist your companion NPCs for this duty, speak with them near the entrance or access Duty Support via the main menu. Use the Duty Finder if you wish to complete the instance alongside fellow players.

*Not long into your flight, the airship sustains heavy damage and you are forced to land in the wastes of Amh Araeng. Wings thus clipped, you have no choice but to make your way back to the Crystarium on foot, with spectral foes dogging your every step. Though your route proves to be unexpectedly circuitous, aided by many a friend made during your time in Norvrandt, you finally emerge in the familiar environs of Lakeland.

*So near and yet so far. But a short distance from the Crystarium, you are surrounded by an army of spectral warriors, halting your party's breathless advance. In an oft-repeated scene, your comrades duly volunteer to hold the enemy at bay while you alone press on to your destination, and so you leave them. As you plunge through the forest, you stumble upon the prostrate forms of the Exarch and Beq Lugg, who have apparently escaped a close encounter with Elidibus. In rueful tones, they inform you that the Ascian has stolen the Exarch's spirit vessel─and has thus acquired the means to control the Crystal Tower. Despite his fast-advancing crystallization, the Exarch expresses his determination to help you to put a stop to Elidibus's plot, and fixes his gaze upon the tower.

*Nearing the Crystarium, the Exarch begs leave to make a brief stop at the Accensor Gate, hoping to send guards to Beq Lugg's aid.

*While the Exarch is issuing instructions, Lyna arrives to take charge of the situation in the Crystarium. Knowing all too well what is at stake, the two share a brief but heartfelt moment, and then you and the Exarch forge on towards the city.

*At the Exedra, the Exarch observes with satisfaction that the ward he and Beq Lugg raised over the tower still holds. Within awaits your foe, made mighty by the hopes of the countless heroes he has summoned from other reflections. At a word from you, the Exarch will lift the ward and open the way to your reckoning with Elidibus. See that you are ready.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Y'shtola:''' Right ─ no more musing. We have taken far too long as it is.
'''Y'shtola:''' Our friends await us in Eulmore, yes? Let us hurry and join them.

-quest accepted

-optional start
:In the Rising Stones:
Tataru: Everyone will return home soon─I'm sure of it. And you can tell them that Tataru said so!
:In Eulmore:
'''Dulia-Chai:''' Oh, if it isn't [Forename]! I confess, I'm not entirely sure what's going on, but with you and your friends here, I'm sure it will all be all right in the end!

'''Chai-Nuzz:''' Yes, people have been talking about little else of late...

'''Wrenden:''' We have been apprised of the situation. Suffice it to say, we can ill afford to lose able-bodied citizens during this vital period of rebuilding.

'''Thancred:''' Ah, there you are. Eventful trip?

'''Urianger:''' 'Tis my pleasure to report that we accomplished our task without further bouts of faintness ─ a feat we attribute to Tataru's most generous gift.

'''Ryne:''' We were starting to worry ─ but I see we shouldn't have. No?

'''Alisaie:''' You certainly took your time. Did something happen?

'''Alphinaud:''' So the rumors have reached this far...
-optional end

===Speak with Y'shtola in Eulmore===
'''Y'shtola:''' It appears we are fashionably late.
'''Y'shtola:''' Come. Our tale will not wait.

-optional start
'''Y'shtola:''' This will be my first time meeting Master Chai in his capacity as mayor. The fellow behind him is his advisor, I take it─Wrenden.
-optional end

===Speak with Chai-Nuzz===
-voiced cutscene start
'''Y'shtola:''' Forgive us our lateness.
'''Y'shtola:''' Master Chai, my congratulations on your appointment. By all accounts, you are a capable mayor.
'''Chai-Nuzz:''' Oh, I have capable friends, my lady. I must say, it's good to see you looking hale and whole again.
'''Y'shtola:''' The credit for that lies with my own capable friend, without whom I might never have escaped my abductor.
'''Thancred:''' A primal... I suppose that would explain why Elidibus has been fostering faith in the Warrior of Light.
'''Thancred:''' While you were enjoying your audience with the wandering heart of Zodiark, we were busy dispatching the last of the black-masked Ascians. A task which proved almost insultingly easy.
'''Thancred:''' Formidable though we undoubtedly are, they were obviously sent to provide encouragement for budding heroes. One cannot help but wonder how many times the ploy has been used before...
'''Alphinaud:''' Master Chai, you mentioned that the people of Khlousia are similarly enamored of the Warrior of Light.
'''Chai-Nuzz:''' Indeed. Though it's hardly surprising given the state of the world. Many are still struggling to find a purpose, and it's only natural that they should take comfort in the tales.
'''Alphinaud:''' Then the fever has spread to every corner of Norvrandt.
'''Alphinaud:''' We may have dealt with his black-masked minions, but it is plain Elidibus has yet to show his hand.
'''Dulia-Chai:''' Oh my, what a spectacular sky!

''A starshower starts forming.''

'''Alisaie:''' Another starshower...
'''Ryne:''' Wait, is that...

''A vision of Amaurot is seen in the distance.''

'''Ryne:''' ...Amaurot?

x@Hydaelyn's Voice: Hear...Feel...Think
'''Stupefied Citizen:''' Did you hear that? That voice, calling out...
'''Stunned Citizen:''' No, I didn't hear anything. But...
'''Stunned Citizen:''' Why do I feel so... Like I've lost something dear to me...

'''Alphinaud:''' Does Elidibus seek to awaken more people to the Echo with clearer visions of the Final Days?

''A spectral humanoid entity teleports in and draws its weapon.''

'''Spectral Swordsman:''' In the name...of the Light...I shall vanquish...the Darkness...
'''Spectral Swordsman:''' I shall deliver the world from its doom!

''The spectral swordsman clashes with Thancred.''

'''Thancred:''' >> And who might you be? <<

''A spectral black mage attacks the party with a fire spell. Urianger blocks the attack.''

'''Alisaie:''' Whoever they are, they've come for our heads!
'''Alisaie:''' No you don't!

''Alisaie defeats the spectral black mage, who dissipates.''

'''Y'shtola:''' They are not of flesh and blood.
'''Urianger:''' I know this magick.
'''Urianger:''' The rings are like unto those that the Exarch did employ in our summoning.
'''Thancred:''' Are you saying the Exarch is summoning them?
'''Urianger:''' Nay. Yet the similarity can be no mere coincidence...

''Ryne defeats a spectral bard.''

'''Ryne:''' Should we make a stand here? Or retreat to the Crystarium?
'''Y'shtola:''' The aether churns around us. More of them will appear ere long.
'''Y'shtola:''' To stay would only place innocents in harm's way. We must fight this battle elsewhere.
'''Chai-Nuzz:''' Wait!
'''Chai-Nuzz:''' Take one of our airships! You can decide what to do on your flight to the Crystarium!
'''Y'shtola:''' You are a capable leader in your own right, Master Chai. The citizens of Eulmore chose well.
'''Alphinaud:''' It's settled, then. To the airship!

''{{i|The Heroes' Gauntlet}} now accessible''
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Stupefied Citizen:''' Wh-Who were those ghostly figures? W-Were they the ones talking inside my head?

'''Stunned Citizen:''' When the stars were raining down, I thought I saw a city in the sky. But then the fighting broke out, and when I looked again, it was gone...
'''Stunned Citizen:''' Did you see it too? It was so beautiful! So ''heartbreakingly'' beautiful...

'''Dulia-Chai:''' I don't know what this sky portends, but I do ''know'' it can't be good.
'''Dulia-Chai:''' So please take care, and return to us safe and sound.

'''Chai-Nuzz:''' What are you still doing here!? To the airship with you!
'''Chai-Nuzz:''' You can thank me later!

'''Wrenden:''' We will see that order is restored in the city. Go now, and do not look back.

Alphinaud: We should first make for the western edge of Amh Araeng before bending our course towards the Crystarium.
Alphinaud: This route will allow us to land and contend with the enemy if necessary. Given that they can appear out of thin air, we must be prepared for anything.

Alisaie: First the starshower, then these specters... And something tells me the worst is yet to come.
Alisaie: Urianger is right, though─the Exarch didn't send them. He would sooner harm himself than us.
Alisaie: But that only makes me want to get back to the Crystarium more quickly.

Thancred: Cutting down that swordsman felt like slicing through thin air. I only wish his blade had felt similarly intangible.
Thancred: We must lead them away from the civilians. The rest we can work out en route to the Crystarium.
Thancred: There are sure to be a few surprises along the way, but we are nothing if not resourceful.

Ryne: I think they were after us. Us ''specifically'', I mean. And that's not all...
Ryne: I sensed the aura of Light around them. As if they were blessed, like you and me.

Urianger: Fiery stars illuminating a blackened sky... By this vision, many and more shall have awakened to Hydaelyn's voice.
Urianger: And as Elidibus hath designed, their hearts shall swell with the desire for salvation. The desire which doth empower him.
Urianger: We must needs move swiftly against him, ere this mania seizeth every soul, and his might exceedeth all measure.

Y'shtola: If we are dealing with the selfsame magick employed by the Exarch, we may safely assume that our enemies are being summoned from other worlds.
Y'shtola: Beyond that, all is speculation. But I would wager the fact that their summoning seems still less complete than our own has rendered them more susceptible to external influence. The suggestion to kill us, for example.
Y'shtola: But I am musing again. Let us away ere more of them manifest.

:At the Crystarium:
Manager of Suites: M-My {{alternatives|f=lady|m=lord}}! Sincerest apologies, but the way to your room is blocked at the moment. In their rush to see the starshower, a number of residents lost their footing and fell down the stairs, you see... Our chirurgeons are presently attending to them, and we ask for your patience and understanding until such time as they can be moved.
-optional end

===Enter the Heroes' Gauntlet===
-voiced cutscene start
''While flying over Amh Araeng, a spectral lancer attacks the airship with the party on board, causing it to crash.''
Thancred: Damn it! Hang on to something!
-cutscene end
====Duty dialogue====
''Amh Araeng (area 1)''
Cassard: Hah! When I saw that airship come down, I had my suspicions, but it ''is'' you!
Ghen Gen: Come, Ghun Gun! Our friends need help!
Ghen Gen: Be careful, yes?
Cassard: I haven't the faintest what's going on, but you'd best keep moving!
Ghun Gun: Come and visit us again!

Magnus: Just when I think there's a commotion...

x@Mighty Talos (text bubble): <rumble> <rumble>
Spectral Paladin@Spectral Paladin (text bubble): True peace...shall reign...
x@Spectral Bard / White Mage (text bubble): Deliverance to all...

Thaffe: Lucky we chanced to be testing some Talos!
Thaffe: Take care, you hear?
Jeryk: Well, it's back to the workshop with this lot...

''Mount Argai Mines (boss 1)''
Spectral Thief: Like a gust of wind, I shall sweep away the pall of Darkness!
Spectral Thief: My swiftness knows no equal!
Spectral Thief: Fast as the Light that banishes the Dark!

''After the fight''
Feo Ul: Hmph, when will you learn to call your lovely branch when you're in trouble? We'll discuss this later, but for now...onward!

''Il Mheg (area 2)''
Spirited Pixie@Spirited Pixie (text bubble): Hee hee! Let's have some fun!
Waiting Pixie@Waiting Pixie (text bubble): We've been waiting for you!
Waiting Pixie@Waiting Pixie (text bubble): These are the ones we should play with, right?
x@Suspicious Pixie (text bubble): Why do they glow like that? Weird, I tell you!
Aenc Thon, Lord of the Lengthsome Gait: Oho, we meet again, and during such a festive occasion besides! Let us revel, my friends!
Aenc Thon, Lord of the Lengthsome Gait: Come, come! Gather ye around, and lend an ear to my sweet melody!
x@Spectral Paladin / Samurai / White Mage (text bubble): Darkness...must be destroyed...
Spectral White Mage@Spectral White Mage (text bubble): Shadow...begone...
Feo Ul@Titania: This way, my brave sapling! This way!

x@Nu Mou: We Nu Mou are not wont to fight, but we now when we must!
Feo Ul@Titania: Come, my lovelies! Come and join the fun!
Spectral Dragoon@Spectral Dragoon (text bubble): In the name...of the Light...
x@Nu Mou (text bubble): This is unacceptable! Unacceptable, I tell you!
x@Nu Mou (text bubble): The king's will be done!
x@Tupaq Amaro (text bubble): Yah!
x@Tupaq Amaro (text bubble): Have at you!
Feo Ul@Titania: Continue on, [Forename]! We will keep these ones busy!

''Summer Ballroom (boss 2)''
Spectral Necromancer: I shall fight. For the world...and for you, my heart!
Spectral Necromancer: Embrace death!
Spectral Necromancer: Arise, my servants, and come to my aid!
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Uhhh...
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Graaargh...
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Unnnghhh...
Spectral Necromancer: Oh dear, tired so soon?
Spectral Necromancer: Very well, you may rest...but not in peace!
Spectral Necromancer: Hehe, such lovely blossoms of blood!
Spectral Necromancer: More! I need more to attend me! If you cannot stand, then crawl!
Spectral Necromancer: Come now, death isn't so terrible. Not when you have company, hehehe...
Spectral Necromancer: I would behold your beautiful blossoms! Let them bloom!
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Ahhh...
Spectral Necromancer: Plunge into the depths of oblivion!
Spectral Necromancer: Tainted though I am, I am still a Warrior of Light!
Spectral Necromancer: These grounds will be strewn with your flesh!
Spectral Necromancer: Why? Why can I not reach you? Is it because...I am tainted?
Spectral Necromancer: That I should lose again...

''After the fight''
Feo Ul: A pinch of pixie magic, and—presto—a secret passage to Lakeland!

''Lakeland (area 3)''
x@Crystarium Guard (Male Elf) (text bubble): Warrior of Darkness! Thank godness you're here!
x@Crystarium Guard (Male Galdjent) (text bubble): These phantoms have been appearing out of thin air!
Giott the Aleforged: Whatever's going on, you've got my hammer!
Steelarm Cerigg: Just another job for a bounty hunter.
> If the tank role questline was completed
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Watch me, Milinda! This time I fight not to avenge, but to protect!
> Otherwise
Granson of the Mournful Blade: You're saving some of the action for us, I trust!
---
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: I've had far worse than this lot.
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Not sin eaters by the look of them.
Steelarm Cerigg: Whatever they are, they're not to be trifled with.
Giott the Aleforged: Keep it steady, eh, catboy? Don't want no arrow in my arse by accident.
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Wha—!? Do you take me for a craven!?
> If the physical DPS role questline was completed
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Can't afford to botch this up—Miss Olvara would never let me live it down!
> Otherwise
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Compared to the Virtues, this is just a relaxing diversion!
---

Giott the Aleforged: Ugh, I would ''kill'' for a drink right now...
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: When this is over, I'll buy you as many as you want!
Steelarm Cerigg: Oho, does that offer extend to me as well?
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Save the talk for the tavern! We're not out of the woods yet!
> If the magical DPS role questline was completed
Steelarm Cerigg: Let's finish this quick and have those drinks! It's free, so Taynor can't complain!
> Otherwise
Steelarm Cerigg: Not ashamed to admit the offer of drinks has me fired up!
---
Granson of the Mournful Blade@Granson of the Mournful Blade (text bubble): Down with you!
Granson of the Mournful Blade@Granson of the Mournful Blade (text bubble): No you don't!
Giott the Aleforged@Giott the Aleforged (text bubble): Here comes a big one!
Giott the Aleforged@Giott the Aleforged (text bubble): Yaaah!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow@Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow (text bubble): Nothing I can't handle!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow@Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow (text bubble): Fly true!
Steelarm Cerigg@Steelarm Cerigg (text bubble): Stay sharp!
Steelarm Cerigg@Steelarm Cerigg (text bubble): Try this!
x@Crystarium Guard (text bubble): Who the hells are they!?
x@Crystarium Guard (text bubble): Ugh, they're strong!
x@Panicked Hildibrand (text bubble) (rarely appears): Where am I? ...''Who'' am I?

Spectral Paladin: My shield...is impregnable...
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Damn! We must find a way past his defense!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: My arrows don't do a thing!
Giott the Aleforged: Right, you asked for it!
> If the healer role questline was completed
Giott the Aleforged: A good old-fashioned dwarven decking, made mightier in exile!
> Otherwise
Giott the Aleforged: Have a taste of dwarven tradition, you airy glowing bastards!
---
Steelarm Cerigg: Ack, no bloody end in sight...
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Press on! We'll hold them here!

''Illuminated Plaza (boss 3)''
Spectral Berserker: Come, servants of Darkness! I'll bathe in your vile blood!
Spectral Berserker: I'll rend your flesh and crush your bones!
Spectral Berserker: Darkness must die! Die, die DIEEEEEE!
Spectral Berserker: Ahhhhhh, my blood! It burns in my veins!

====Optional post-duty pop-ups====
-optional start
Alphinaud: Many thanks to those who came to our aid.
Alisaie: Just a little further to go...
Thancred: Dare I say we've seen the last of them?
Ryne: They were all bathed in Light... Why?
Urianger: There can be no doubt—'tis indeed the Exarch's magick.
Y'shtola: That proved quite a detour, but all's well that ends well.
-optional end
====Duty Support dialogue====
''Amh Araeng (area 1)''
Alisaie: It's Cassard! And he's brought help from Mord Souq!
Thancred: No small coup to roll that boulder over!
Ryne: Look! It's our friends from Mord Souq!
Alphinaud: Our friends have come to our aid!
Thancred: Magnus! We're in your debt!
Thancred: A Talos? It could only be Magnus!
Ryne: We must go and thank them afterwards!
Urianger: Pleased am I to see that more Talos have been restored.
Alisaie: Thanks for clearing the way!
Ryne: Thaffe and Jeryk are here too!
Thancred: Much obliged, you two!

''Mount Biran Mines (boss 1)''
Alisaie: Whoever you are, you're not stopping us!
Y'shtola: This one's aether shines bright. A foe to be reckoned with.
Urianger: Doubtless no ordinary hero whence he doth hail.
Ryne: We can't lose! We won't!

''After the fight''
Alphinaud: Our thanks, Feo Ul!
Alisaie: Feo Ul! You came!
Urianger: That the king themself should attend...
Y'shtola: A portal. Let us see where it leads.
Y'shtola: We would be hard-pressed to find stouter aid.

''Il Mheg (area 2)''
Alphinaud: The Fuath! For once I'm glad to see them!
Thancred: Is this just a dream, or are the Fuath really helping us?
Urianger: 'Tis a strange time indeed when the Fuath lend their aid unconditionally.
Thancred: Tell me, Urianger... Where ''did'' you learn that water-walking charm?

Alphinaud: The amaro, too, fight with us!
Urianger: All of the fae folk, rallying to us... This doth verge upon a miracle.
Ryne: We owe it to them to see this through!
Y'shtola: Even the amaro have joined the fray!
Ryne: Thank you, everyone!

''Summer Ballroom (boss 2)''
Alisaie: We're getting past you one way or another!
Y'shtola: Her aether is dark, but within I see a glimmer of radiance.
Alphinaud: Another noble soul reduced to a means to an end...
Ryne: Her light... It has a sad tinge to it...

''After the fight''
Alphinaud: You have our gratitude, Feo Ul!
Y'shtola: On to Lakeland, then!
Alisaie: You're a godssesnd, Feo Ul! Thank everyone for us!
Y'shtola: When the king commands, even the forest must obey...
Ryne: Look, a path has opened up!

''Lakeland (area 3)''
Alphinaud: I see it! The Crystal Tower!
Thancred: Another stretch and we're home free.
Urianger: That such a passage should exist...
Alisaie: Let's keep moving right along!

Thancred: Not bad, you lot!
Alisaie: I won't be outdone!
Y'shtola: They're a little rough-hewn, but their hearts are in the right place.
Ryne: Are they your friends, [Forename]?

Alisaie: Good gods, who in the world punches like that?
Alphinaud: Actually, Sister, when you're angry... Ahem. Never mind.
Thancred: Let's leave them to it and press on!
Ryne: Please be safe, all of you!

''Illuminated Plaza (boss 3)''
Alisaie: Hmph, the bigger they are...!
Thancred: Seriously? This is a ''real'' person somewhere?
Y'shtola: Have care—his aether is far denser than the rest!
Thancred: Whatever the brute's got, I'll bear the brunt of it!
====Post-duty cutscene====
-voiced cutscene start
'''Ryne:''' I think that's the last of them...
'''Thancred:''' Apparently, even they have limits. Nevertheless, we should remain vigilant.
'''Alisaie:''' Urianger, something occurred to me while we were fighting. These enemies...
'''Urianger:'''...Are heroes hailing from other shards, summoned hither to deliver this world from its doom.
'''Urianger:''' Scant moments after the starshower did they appear ─ as yet more souls were inspired to walk the hero's path, no doubt.
'''Urianger:''' Thus did hopes for salvation of realms near and far resonate and converge...lending still greater strength unto our adversary.
'''Alisaie:''' So that's Elidibus's game. But first things first: if the rings are the same as the Exarch's, then we need to ask him how that's possible.
'''Alphinaud:''' The Crystarium is close. Let us press on.
'''Y'shtola:''' They come!

''Several spectral heroes appear before the party.''

'''Thancred:''' So near and yet so far.
'''Ryne:''' “In the chaos of conflict, one can always find an opening to exploit.”
'''Thancred:''' Whoever taught you that is a wise man indeed. And good with a gunblade. But yes, I daresay we can create an opening wide enough for at least one of us to slip through.
'''Thancred:''' That being you, of course─though others are welcome to follow in your wake. Ryne and I will keep our guests occupied.
'''Y'shtola:''' Brave and selfless as ever. Yet the two of you may struggle to fool our foes, aetherically sensitive as they are.
'''Y'shtola:''' Had you a comrade who could use destructive magicks to wreak havoc upon the ambient aether, on the other hand...
'''Urianger:''' Very well, I too shall assist in the diversionary effort.
'''Alisaie:''' Oh, not this old dance again... Yes. Obviously, I'll stay and fight.
'''Alisaie:''' Alphinaud! I'm about to do a great many stupid and reckless things. Watch my back, would you?
'''Alphinaud:''' And there you have it. Take care of yourself, my friend.

Question: What will you say?
> Make it a nice big opening, eh!?
'''Ryne:''' We'll do our best.
> You don't have enough lives for this...
'''Y'shtola:''' Rest assured I have no intention of expending any of mine this day.
> Use your magic sparingly, do you hear?
'''Alphinaud:''' I shall not overexert myself without good reason. As for the others...
---
'''Alisaie:''' Finished? Then let's begin!
-cutscene end
-voiced cutscene start
System: A short while earlier, in the Ocular...
''The Exarch successfully imbues a spirit vessel.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' ...'Tis done.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Let me see! Let me see!
'''Beq Lugg:''' Yes! Your memories are preserved safely within! We've done it! We've done it at last!
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I have inspected the other vessels. They are all ready to receive of our friends' memories.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Excellent, excellent!
'''Beq Lugg:''' I shall have my familiars bear word to them at once!

''Elidibus, in Ardbert's body, enters the room.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' Elidibus...
'''Elidibus:''' It was not until I observed the battle between Emet-Selch and the Warrior of Darkness that I realized what I must do.
'''Elidibus:''' I will summon heroes from other worlds unto the First, just as you did.
'''Elidibus:''' Their presence shall serve to empower me─granting me the strength to crush my enemy.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Though it pains me to disappoint you, I feel compelled to explain that the magick in question requires no small amount of preparation.
'''Elidibus:''' Ah, but you assume I require my champions to be summoned in their entirety. I do not. Their souls needn't even be whole.
'''Elidibus:''' My purpose requires no more than their burning desire to vanquish evil.
'''Elidibus:''' This I shall sear upon the aether, raising thereby an army of phantom heroes, to whom I shall whisper, as I have to so many over the ages...
'''Elidibus:''' “Here lies darkness. It must be destroyed.”
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And you expect me to cooperate?
'''Elidibus:''' I do not require your cooperation. Your death will suffice. The magick, I shall have from your corpse.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Go, Lugus!

''Beq Lugg summons Lugus, who clashes with Elidibus. Beq Lugg also transforms into their Seeker of Solitude form.''

'''Beq Lugg:''' We must flee!

''Elidibus strikes down Lugus. Beq Lugg is injured and drops the Exarch's spirit vessel.''

'''Elidibus:''' ...But what is this?
-cutscene end
-voiced cutscene start
''The player is in Lakeland, running towards the Crystal Tower.''
'''Beq Lugg@???:''' Argh... Unnngh...

''The player sees an injured Beq Lugg and the Exarch. The Exarch's torso is starting to crystallize.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' My friend... How did you...?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' No matter... Elidibus... He took us unawares...

''The Exarch's body crystallizes further.''

'''Beq Lugg:''' It was all we could do...to raise a ward to hinder his steps... And so we fled...
'''Beq Lugg:''' But he took it... The vessel with the Exarch's memories...
'''Beq Lugg:''' Forgive me... Forgive me...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' The vessel bears not only my memories, but my blood─the blood of Allagan royalty...granting him the means to control the tower.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' With it, he has performed I know not how many summonings, calling forth heroes from across the rift.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And as you can see, the burden upon the tower is beginning to tell...

Question: What will you say?
> Leave him to me.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' No. I won't let you go alone. Not this time.
> I'm just glad you're alive. Make sure you stay that way.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' If you mean to face him alone, I will not allow it. Not this time.
---

'''Crystal Exarch:''' Elidibus has exploited the people's nobility. Twisted their purest intentions for terrible ends.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And I cannot let it stand. As Exarch, it is my duty to protect them. To defend their hopes and dreams.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' So I'm going to the Crystal Tower, with or without your blessing─though I would rather it were with.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Thank you.
'''Beq Lugg:''' I'd join you...but I would only be a burden. Better that I remain here with my gremlins...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I shall send help. Stay strong, my friend, and take heart.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' By binding Elidibus within the tower, we have done more than simply delay him.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Much like our adversary, I am not wont to show my hand prematurely. But the time has come to bring my strongest card to bear.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' To the tower!
-cutscene end
-optional start
Beq Lugg: Don't worry about me─I merely need a rest... Go on, off with you! I'd be no help at all...
-optional end

===Speak with the Crystal Exarch===
'''Crystal Exarch:''' With your permission, I would make a brief stop at Accensor Gate ─ just long enough to send the guard to Beq Lugg's aid, you understand.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Were it not for them, we would never have escaped Elidibus, much less with the spirit vessels.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Though mine fell into our foe's clutches, Beq Lugg gathered up the rest at great risk to themself.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I must see that they are safe before we press on. Enough good people have given their lives that I might fulfill my duty.
-optional start
Lyonicia: Just when I thought we had a moment's respite, things take yet another unsettling turn... Reminds us that we must never lower our guard.
Inerot: I know not what is happening to the sky, but it can only bode ill. I shall redouble my vigilance!
-optional end

===Speak with the nervous guard===
-cutscene start
'''Nervous Guard:''' W-Warrior of Darkness! Exarch! Forgive us this paltry greeting. We were not notified of your coming!
'''Crystal Exarch:''' It wasn't planned. I need you to assemble a rescue party.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Our friend Beq Lugg lies wounded in a clearing to the west. Pray go to their aid with all haste.
'''Nervous Guard:''' At once, my lord! M-May I ask how they came to harm?
'''Nervous Guard:''' There've been reports of enemies in our midst ─ ''specters'' who appeared after the starshower. Do they have something to do with it?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Yes. The man who attacked Beq Lugg is also responsible for the starshower and the appearance of the specters.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I have no time to explain, but know that the individual in question does not seek to do indiscriminate harm. If you do not bar his servants' path, they will not turn on you.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' You are to leave this foe to us, understood? Meanwhile, I ask that you alert the rest of the guard, and focus on maintaining calm in the city.
'''Lyna@???:''' Understood.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Lyna!
'''Lyna:''' I shall take charge of matters in the city. Find Beq Lugg ─ now!
'''Lyna:''' “No time to explain”... Hmph.
'''Lyna:''' The graver the matter, the less inclined you are to speak of it. Even when it is plain for all to see─like what is happening to you.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Lyna... This time there truly is no time.
'''Lyna:''' I know, my lord. Were matters otherwise, I believe you would even be willing to speak of your ''past'' if pressed.
'''Lyna:''' Yet I remain afraid to do so.
'''Lyna:''' Afraid that what I might learn would make a stranger of you.
'''Lyna:''' ...Forgive me. There is no time.

Question: What will you say?
> Perhaps a few words are in order.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Indeed. Time must be made.
> We need to get going.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I know, my friend. I know, just... grant me a moment. Please.
---

'''Crystal Exarch:''' ...Lyna. Do you remember the time you got lost in the tower when you were little, and I searched for you hours on end?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And the cake I baked for your tenth nameday. That hideous lump the good people of the Mean covered up with beautiful candles...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' And your hapless first encounter with the sin eaters as a guard. Afterwards, you threw yourself into your training, pretending nothing was wrong, though I could see the tears in your eyes...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' All these moments that we shared, all the feelings that accompanied them...they are as real as aught that came before, and nothing will ever change that ─ will ever change what we mean to one another.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' If I have made you worry, then I beg your forgiveness. Heavens know you deserve better.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Through the darkest of times, you have kept faith with me, standing tall as a proud daughter of the Crystarium─as an example to us all. I count myself blessed to have had you in my life, and I want you to know that.
'''Lyna:''' Why do you speak so? As if this were our last meeting? Truly, you have a knack for making people worry.
'''Lyna:''' Besides, it is ''you'' who are an example to us all. You who have led us through countless trials. And you who will lead us through countless trials to come.
'''Lyna:''' So go, my lord. Do what you must. ...But take care.
-cutscene end

===Speak with the Crystal Exarch===
'''Crystal Exarch:''' The ward holds. Excellent. Elidibus will still be within the tower.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Our foe's sole purpose is to destroy you, and to that end he has summoned heroes from other reflections, empowering himself with their hope even as they occupy your comrades. You will not best him as easily as you did in the depths. By any measure, the odds are now stacked firmly in his favor.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' To wit, spare no preparation, my friend. I shall lift the ward only when you are ready.

-quest complete

System: You may now enter the Heroes' Gauntlet with a party of NPC avatars. To make use of this feature, open the '''Trust''' interface located under '''Duty''' in the main menu.
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=luGkPPyokoc}}

The Heroes' Gauntlet

2026-04-20T15:40:59Z

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{{Duty infobox
| description = When yet another starshower manifests over Norvrandt, the Warriors of Darkness find themselves under attack from mysterious spectral foes, who by all appearances are being summoned forth with the selfsame magick the Crystal Exarch employs─a magick that should lie beyond even the Ascians' ken. Seeking to take the battle away from innocent civilians, the heroes flee Eulmore in an airship, setting course for the Crystarium...
| image = The Heroes' Gauntlet.png
| type = dungeon
| level = 80
| level-sync = 80
| ilvl = 460
| ilvl-sync = 500
| size = light
| time-limit = 90
| duty-finder = Dungeons (Shadowbringers)
| roulette = High-level Dungeons
| tomestones = 50 poetics
| region = Norvrandt
| entrance = Eulmore
| entrance-coordinates = 12.4, 11.2
| req-quest = The Converging Light
| modes = duty support, trust, explorer
| trust-exp = 2,331,200
| patch = 5.3
| release = shadowbringers
}} {{TOC limit|3}}
==Duty Support==
*Party member selection is available.
{| {{STDT|pve align-left}}
!
! Thancred
! Urianger
! Alphinaud
! Alisaie
! Y'shtola
! Ryne
|-
|
| [[File:DS Thancred2.png]]
| [[File:DS Urianger1.png]]
| [[File:DS Alphinaud2.png]]
| [[File:DS Alisaie2.png]]
| [[File:DS Y'shtola2.png]]
| [[File:DS Ryne1.png]]
|-
| '''Class'''
| {{GNB}} [[Gunbreaker]]
| {{AST}} [[Astrologian]]
| {{SCH}} Academician
| {{RDM}} [[Red Mage]]
| {{BLM}} Sorceress
| {{ROG}} Oracle of Light
|-
| '''Role'''
| Tank
| Healer
| Healer
| DPS
| DPS
| DPS
|}

==Objectives==
#Arrive in the Mount Argai Mines: 0/1
#Clear the Mount Argai Mines: 0/1
#Arrive in the Summer Ballroom: 0/1
#Clear the Summer Ballroom: 0/1
#Arrive in the Illuminated Plaza: 0/1
#Defeat the [[Spectral Berserker|spectral berserker]]: 0/1

==Enemies==
* [[Spectral Paladin]]
* [[Spectral Monk (enemy)|Spectral Monk]]
* [[Spectral Black Mage]]
* [[Spectral White Mage]]
* [[Spectral Samurai]]
* [[Spectral Bard]]
* [[Spectral Dragoon]]
* [[Chicken Knife (Enemy)|Chicken Knife]]
* [[Spectral Ink Mage]]
* [[Necrobomb]]

==Bosses==
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===[[File:Aggressive difficulty r5.png|32px|link=]] [[Spectral Thief]]===
* '''Spectral Dream''': Tankbuster.
* '''Chicken Knife''': Line AoEs from each corner targeting each party member. Trust NPCs will stack in the center.
* '''Dash''': Will teleport to marked location just before unleashing a circle AoE. Inflicts vuln stacks.
* '''Shadowdash''': Will teleport self and shadow to two marked locations and both unleash either a circle AoE or a line AoE. AoEs are marked, just remember that he's going to move first. Inflicts vuln stacks.
* '''Spectral Whirlwind''': Raidwide damage.
* '''Spectral Gust''': Marked AoE on all party members. Don't stack.

===[[File:Aggressive difficulty r5.png|32px|link=]] [[Spectral Necromancer]]===
* '''Twisted Touch''': Tankbuster.
* '''Chaos Storm''': Raidwide.
* '''Absolute Dark II''': Giant cone AoE. Inflicts cleanseable {{status effect|doom}} '''[[Doom (status effect)|Doom]]'''. Dodge.
* '''Necromancy''': Summons four zombies, one tethered to each party member. Summons walking zombies first, crawling zombies second, then both in succession.
** Walking, light tether: These zombies auto you for a few seconds, then drop dead in preparation for Necroburst.
** Crawling, smoky tether: These zombies will inflict Rigor Mortis when they catch you -- they slowly approach at first, but will instantly close the gap after an AoE marker if they haven't caught you by then.
* '''Necroburst''': Zombies explode, inflicting heavy damage and (if they were summoned walking) vuln stacks.
* '''Pain Mire''': Five giant circle AoEs that inflict vuln stacks and leave behind bleed puddles.
* '''Dark Deluge''': Drops a circle AoE on each player that inflicts vuln stacks. Dodge.

===[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] Distant Ideal: [[Spectral Berserker]]===
* '''Beastly Fury''': Raidwide damage. First use will fill the arena's edges and corners with bleed puddles, causing the arena to become a plus shape.
* '''Wild Anguish''': Stack attack inflicting Magic Vulnerability Up for a few seconds.
* '''Raging Slice''': Line AoE in front inflicting vuln stacks. Always casts several in a row -- two the first time, then three for the rest of the fight.
* '''{{aicon|Wild Rage}}''': Instakill circle + knockback, leaving behind a crater.
* '''Falling Rock''': Drops a rock on each party member, then uses '''Wild Anguish''' on all of you in quick succession. Stack with ''the rocks'' to survive, not each other.
* '''Wild Rampage''': Massive damage (almost guaranteed OHKO) and vuln stacks. Stand in the crater to avoid.
** '''A Bit Berserk''': Standing in the crater will inflict stacks every second or so. Becomes '''Truly Berserk''' at 8 stacks, forcing you to auto the boss and take massive self-damage with each hit. Move out of the crater as soon as '''Wild Rampage''' is complete.

==Loot==
{{see also|Shadowless Armor|Shadowless Accessories}}
===[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Spectral Thief]]===
{{Drops list|Spectral Thief}}

===[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Spectral Necromancer]]===
{{Drops list|Spectral Necromancer}}

===[[File:Gold Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] Distant Ideal: [[Spectral Berserker]]===
{{Drops list|Spectral Berserker}}

===Treasure Coffers===
====[[File:Bronze Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] Treasure Coffer 1 (X: 10.9 Y: 11.5)====
{{Drops table header|show-levels=n}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Greaves of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Greaves of Maiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Sabatons of Striking}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Sabatons of Scouting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Sabatons of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Boots of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Boots of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Aim Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Might Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Heavens' Eye Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quickarm Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quicktongue Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Battledance Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Piety Materia VII}}
{{Table footer}}

====[[File:Bronze Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] Treasure Coffer 2 (X: 13.3 Y: 12.1)====
{{Drops table header|show-levels=n}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Mask of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Mask of Maiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Mask of Striking}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Mask of Scouting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Mask of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Petasos of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Petasos of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Vambraces of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Vambraces of Maiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Gloves of Striking}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Gloves of Scouting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Gloves of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Gloves of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Gloves of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Healing}}
{{Table footer}}

====[[File:Bronze Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] Treasure Coffer 3 (X: 10.9 Y: 11.5)====
{{Drops table header|show-levels=n}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Coat of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Coat of Maiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Coat of Striking}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Coat of Scouting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Coat of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Robe of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Robe of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Skirt of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Trousers of Maiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Hose of Striking}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Hose of Scouting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Hose of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bottoms of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bottoms of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Bracelet of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Ring of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Aim Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Might Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Heavens' Eye Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quickarm Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quicktongue Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Battledance Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Piety Materia VII}}
{{Table footer}}

====[[File:Bronze Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] Treasure Coffer 4 (X: 13.3 Y: 12.1)====
{{Drops table header|show-levels=n}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Earrings of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Fending}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Slaying}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Aiming}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Casting}}
{{Drops table row|Shadowless Necklace of Healing}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Aim Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Savage Might Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Heavens' Eye Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quickarm Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Quicktongue Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Battledance Materia VII}}
{{Drops table row|Piety Materia VII}}
{{Table footer}}

==Achievements==
This duty is associated with the following [[achievements]]:

{| {{STDT| mech1 sortable align-left}}
{{achievement table header}}
{{achievement table row|Mapping the Realm: The Heroes' Gauntlet}}
|}

==Music==
{{music table header}}
{{music table row|Main|Where All Roads Lead}}
{{music table row|Mid-Bosses|Insatiable (Scions & Sinners: Band)}}
{{music table row|Final Boss|Insatiable}}
|}

==Images==
===Gear Images===
[[File:The Heroes' Gauntlet Gear1.jpg|center|400px]]

===Dungeon Images===
<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>
Heroes' Gauntlet intro.png
File:The Heroes' Gauntlet1.jpg
File:The Heroes' Gauntlet2.jpg
Heroes' Gauntlet boss.png
File:Spectral Necromancer render.png
</gallery>

===Other Images===
<gallery mode="packed" heights=300px>
Heroes Gauntlet dialogue.jpg|Dungeon Dialogue Infographic (credits: [https://www.reddit.com/user/TrustInsighters TrustInsighters])
</gallery>

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-voiced cutscene start
''While flying over Amh Araeng, a spectral lancer attacks the airship with the party on board, causing it to crash.''
Thancred: Damn it! Hang on to something!
-cutscene end
====Duty dialogue====
''Amh Araeng (area 1)''
Cassard: Hah! When I saw that airship come down, I had my suspicions, but it ''is'' you!
Ghen Gen: Come, Ghun Gun! Our friends need help!
Ghen Gen: Be careful, yes?
Cassard: I haven't the faintest what's going on, but you'd best keep moving!
Ghun Gun: Come and visit us again!

Magnus: Just when I think there's a commotion...

x@Mighty Talos (text bubble): <rumble> <rumble>
Spectral Paladin@Spectral Paladin (text bubble): True peace...shall reign...
x@Spectral Bard / White Mage (text bubble): Deliverance to all...

Thaffe: Lucky we chanced to be testing some Talos!
Thaffe: Take care, you hear?
Jeryk: Well, it's back to the workshop with this lot...

''Mount Argai Mines (boss 1)''
Spectral Thief: Like a gust of wind, I shall sweep away the pall of Darkness!
Spectral Thief: My swiftness knows no equal!
Spectral Thief: Fast as the Light that banishes the Dark!

''After the fight''
Feo Ul: Hmph, when will you learn to call your lovely branch when you're in trouble? We'll discuss this later, but for now...onward!

''Il Mheg (area 2)''
Spirited Pixie@Spirited Pixie (text bubble): Hee hee! Let's have some fun!
Waiting Pixie@Waiting Pixie (text bubble): We've been waiting for you!
Waiting Pixie@Waiting Pixie (text bubble): These are the ones we should play with, right?
x@Suspicious Pixie (text bubble): Why do they glow like that? Weird, I tell you!
Aenc Thon, Lord of the Lengthsome Gait: Oho, we meet again, and during such a festive occasion besides! Let us revel, my friends!
Aenc Thon, Lord of the Lengthsome Gait: Come, come! Gather ye around, and lend an ear to my sweet melody!
x@Spectral Paladin / Samurai / White Mage (text bubble): Darkness...must be destroyed...
Spectral White Mage@Spectral White Mage (text bubble): Shadow...begone...
Feo Ul@Titania: This way, my brave sapling! This way!

x@Nu Mou: We Nu Mou are not wont to fight, but we now when we must!
Feo Ul@Titania: Come, my lovelies! Come and join the fun!
Spectral Dragoon@Spectral Dragoon (text bubble): In the name...of the Light...
x@Nu Mou (text bubble): This is unacceptable! Unacceptable, I tell you!
x@Nu Mou (text bubble): The king's will be done!
x@Tupaq Amaro (text bubble): Yah!
x@Tupaq Amaro (text bubble): Have at you!
Feo Ul@Titania: Continue on, [Forename]! We will keep these ones busy!

''Summer Ballroom (boss 2)''
Spectral Necromancer: I shall fight. For the world...and for you, my heart!
Spectral Necromancer: Embrace death!
Spectral Necromancer: Arise, my servants, and come to my aid!
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Uhhh...
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Graaargh...
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Unnnghhh...
Spectral Necromancer: Oh dear, tired so soon?
Spectral Necromancer: Very well, you may rest...but not in peace!
Spectral Necromancer: Hehe, such lovely blossoms of blood!
Spectral Necromancer: More! I need more to attend me! If you cannot stand, then crawl!
Spectral Necromancer: Come now, death isn't so terrible. Not when you have company, hehehe...
Spectral Necromancer: I would behold your beautiful blossoms! Let them bloom!
Necrobomb@Necrobomb (text bubble): Ahhh...
Spectral Necromancer: Plunge into the depths of oblivion!
Spectral Necromancer: Tainted though I am, I am still a Warrior of Light!
Spectral Necromancer: These grounds will be strewn with your flesh!
Spectral Necromancer: Why? Why can I not reach you? Is it because...I am tainted?
Spectral Necromancer: That I should lose again...

''After the fight''
Feo Ul: A pinch of pixie magic, and—presto—a secret passage to Lakeland!

''Lakeland (area 3)''
x@Crystarium Guard (Male Elf) (text bubble): Warrior of Darkness! Thank godness you're here!
x@Crystarium Guard (Male Galdjent) (text bubble): These phantoms have been appearing out of thin air!
Giott the Aleforged: Whatever's going on, you've got my hammer!
Steelarm Cerigg: Just another job for a bounty hunter.
> If the tank role questline was completed
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Watch me, Milinda! This time I fight not to avenge, but to protect!
> Otherwise
Granson of the Mournful Blade: You're saving some of the action for us, I trust!
---
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: I've had far worse than this lot.
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Not sin eaters by the look of them.
Steelarm Cerigg: Whatever they are, they're not to be trifled with.
Giott the Aleforged: Keep it steady, eh, catboy? Don't want no arrow in my arse by accident.
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Wha—!? Do you take me for a craven!?
> If the physical DPS role questline was completed
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Can't afford to botch this up—Miss Olvara would never let me live it down!
> Otherwise
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: Compared to the Virtues, this is just a relaxing diversion!
---

Giott the Aleforged: Ugh, I would ''kill'' for a drink right now...
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: When this is over, I'll buy you as many as you want!
Steelarm Cerigg: Oho, does that offer extend to me as well?
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Save the talk for the tavern! We're not out of the woods yet!
> If the magical DPS role questline was completed
Steelarm Cerigg: Let's finish this quick and have those drinks! It's free, so Taynor can't complain!
> Otherwise
Steelarm Cerigg: Not ashamed to admit the offer of drinks has me fired up!
---
Granson of the Mournful Blade@Granson of the Mournful Blade (text bubble): Down with you!
Granson of the Mournful Blade@Granson of the Mournful Blade (text bubble): No you don't!
Giott the Aleforged@Giott the Aleforged (text bubble): Here comes a big one!
Giott the Aleforged@Giott the Aleforged (text bubble): Yaaah!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow@Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow (text bubble): Nothing I can't handle!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow@Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow (text bubble): Fly true!
Steelarm Cerigg@Steelarm Cerigg (text bubble): Stay sharp!
Steelarm Cerigg@Steelarm Cerigg (text bubble): Try this!
x@Crystarium Guard (text bubble): Who the hells are they!?
x@Crystarium Guard (text bubble): Ugh, they're strong!
x@Panicked Hildibrand (text bubble) (rarely appears): Where am I? ...''Who'' am I?

Spectral Paladin: My shield...is impregnable...
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Damn! We must find a way past his defense!
Lue-Reeq of the Gilded Bow: My arrows don't do a thing!
Giott the Aleforged: Right, you asked for it!
> If the healer role questline was completed
Giott the Aleforged: A good old-fashioned dwarven decking, made mightier in exile!
> Otherwise
Giott the Aleforged: Have a taste of dwarven tradition, you airy glowing bastards!
---
Steelarm Cerigg: Ack, no bloody end in sight...
Granson of the Mournful Blade: Press on! We'll hold them here!

''Illuminated Plaza (boss 3)''
Spectral Berserker: Come, servants of Darkness! I'll bathe in your vile blood!
Spectral Berserker: I'll rend your flesh and crush your bones!
Spectral Berserker: Darkness must die! Die, die DIEEEEEE!
Spectral Berserker: Ahhhhhh, my blood! It burns in my veins!

====Optional post-duty pop-ups====
-optional start
Alphinaud: Many thanks to those who came to our aid.
Alisaie: Just a little further to go...
Thancred: Dare I say we've seen the last of them?
Ryne: They were all bathed in Light... Why?
Urianger: There can be no doubt—'tis indeed the Exarch's magick.
Y'shtola: That proved quite a detour, but all's well that ends well.
-optional end
====Duty Support dialogue====
''Amh Araeng (area 1)''
Alisaie: It's Cassard! And he's brought help from Mord Souq!
Thancred: No small coup to roll that boulder over!
Ryne: Look! It's our friends from Mord Souq!
Alphinaud: Our friends have come to our aid!
Thancred: Magnus! We're in your debt!
Thancred: A Talos? It could only be Magnus!
Ryne: We must go and thank them afterwards!
Urianger: Pleased am I to see that more Talos have been restored.
Alisaie: Thanks for clearing the way!
Ryne: Thaffe and Jeryk are here too!
Thancred: Much obliged, you two!

''Mount Biran Mines (boss 1)''
Alisaie: Whoever you are, you're not stopping us!
Y'shtola: This one's aether shines bright. A foe to be reckoned with.
Urianger: Doubtless no ordinary hero whence he doth hail.
Ryne: We can't lose! We won't!

''After the fight''
Alphinaud: Our thanks, Feo Ul!
Alisaie: Feo Ul! You came!
Urianger: That the king themself should attend...
Y'shtola: A portal. Let us see where it leads.
Y'shtola: We would be hard-pressed to find stouter aid.

''Il Mheg (area 2)''
Alphinaud: The Fuath! For once I'm glad to see them!
Thancred: Is this just a dream, or are the Fuath really helping us?
Urianger: 'Tis a strange time indeed when the Fuath lend their aid unconditionally.
Thancred: Tell me, Urianger... Where ''did'' you learn that water-walking charm?

Alphinaud: The amaro, too, fight with us!
Urianger: All of the fae folk, rallying to us... This doth verge upon a miracle.
Ryne: We owe it to them to see this through!
Y'shtola: Even the amaro have joined the fray!
Ryne: Thank you, everyone!

''Summer Ballroom (boss 2)''
Alisaie: We're getting past you one way or another!
Y'shtola: Her aether is dark, but within I see a glimmer of radiance.
Alphinaud: Another noble soul reduced to a means to an end...
Ryne: Her light... It has a sad tinge to it...

''After the fight''
Alphinaud: You have our gratitude, Feo Ul!
Y'shtola: On to Lakeland, then!
Alisaie: You're a godssesnd, Feo Ul! Thank everyone for us!
Y'shtola: When the king commands, even the forest must obey...
Ryne: Look, a path has opened up!

''Lakeland (area 3)''
Alphinaud: I see it! The Crystal Tower!
Thancred: Another stretch and we're home free.
Urianger: That such a passage should exist...
Alisaie: Let's keep moving right along!

Thancred: Not bad, you lot!
Alisaie: I won't be outdone!
Y'shtola: They're a little rough-hewn, but their hearts are in the right place.
Ryne: Are they your friends, [Forename]?

Alisaie: Good gods, who in the world punches like that?
Alphinaud: Actually, Sister, when you're angry... Ahem. Never mind.
Thancred: Let's leave them to it and press on!
Ryne: Please be safe, all of you!

''Illuminated Plaza (boss 3)''
Alisaie: Hmph, the bigger they are...!
Thancred: Seriously? This is a ''real'' person somewhere?
Y'shtola: Have care—his aether is far denser than the rest!
Thancred: Whatever the brute's got, I'll bear the brunt of it!
</nowiki>}}

==Easter Eggs==
Rarely, [[Hildibrand]] may be summoned in the [[Lakeland]] area (x11.9,y12.6) of the dungeon as a spectral [[Warrior of Light]].

{{Duties nav/dungeon}}

A Ship on His Shoulder

2026-04-20T06:10:15Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = A Ship on His Shoulder
| description = [[Anfrigg]] may be tempted to put down his cocktail shaker for a change if you were to engage him in conversation.
| image =
| quest-giver = Anfrigg
| related-npcs = Lereberd
| location = Eulmore
| location-x = 12.1
| location-y = 9.7
| type = feature
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Kholusian Sidequests
| journal-genre = Eulmore Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 70
| requirements = [[Custom Delivery]] level 5 with [[Kai-Shirr]]
| req-items =
| exp = 54000
| gil = 533
| unlocks = ot Airship
| prev-quest = Commercially Flyable
| next-quest =
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.1
| id-gt = 69267
| id-edb = 95e65c08b22
}}

==Walkthrough==
This quest enables airship travel between [[Eulmore]] ([[Lereberd]]) and [[The Crystarium]] ([[Aspiring Amaro Tamer]]). Traveling in this way does not cost any {{gil}} gil.

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Lereberd]].

==Journal==
*Anfrigg may be tempted to put down his cocktail shaker for a change if you were to engage him in conversation.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Anfrigg: I'm glad you saved me the trouble of tracking you down. There's a bit of news I've been asked to share with you.
Anfrigg: One of the refitted airships is about to embark on the very first commercial flight to the Crystarium, and you've been invited to join them as a passenger of honor!
Anfrigg: Considering everything you contributed to the cause, it's only fitting. When you're ready to board, speak with Lereberd, that gaudily dressed twit over by the Xylem Lift. Be warned, though, he usually has an expression so sour he could curdle milk at twenty paces.
-quest accepted
-optional start
Anfrigg: The Xylem Lift's normally manned by a bloke who looks like he stole his mum's curtains and made a coat out of them. Lereberd's his name, and a more odious bastard you're never likely to meet.
-optional end
===Speak with Lereberd===
Lereberd: Why it was decided that you all be given lifetime passes for whatever shoddy work was performed is beyond me. Not that it is any concern of mine, of course. Riffraff is riffraff.
Lereberd: <sigh> I am duty-bound to inform you that all passengers are to be guided from here to the uppermost level of Eulmore where the airship landing is situated. Only those granted permission to board may pass beyond this point.
Lereberd: Alas, the powers that be have neglected to provide me with a proper reception area, and I am relegated to standing upright for bells on end like some wretched footman. <sigh> If you are quite done boring me, your airship awaits. {{alternatives|f=''Madam''|m=''Sir''}}.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

Faded Memories

2026-04-20T05:49:40Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added missing gender alternatives, added a missing line of dialogue, formatted a name

{{Quest infobox
| title = Faded Memories
| image = Faded_Memories_Image.png
| description = Thancred is eager to get to work.
| quest-giver = Thancred
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Elidibus; Idle Shipwright; Ryne; Urianger; Y'shtola
| cutscene-npcs = Igeyorhm; Lahabrea
| location = The Crystarium
| location-x = 12.0
| location-y = 11.2
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| exp = 22440
| gil = 2970
| prev-quest = Food for the Soul
| next-quest = Etched in the Stars
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 672
| id-gt = 69311
| id-edb = 61eab4c6258
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with the [[Idle Shipwright|idle shipwright]] at [[Venmont Yards]].
*Enter the aetherial stream.
**※Upon entry a Solo Duty will commence.
*Speak with [[Y'shtola]].

==Journal==
*While he and the others tend to the black-masked Ascians, Thancred bids you join Y'shtola at Anamnesis Anyder as a precautionary measure. To get there, you will need to secure a boat at Venmont Yards─just as soon as you've doled out Tataru's bread, that is.

*At Venmont Yards, a shipwright recognizes you at once and happily agrees to ready a boat for you.
**※In the event that you leave the instance, you may reenter by speaking with the idle shipwright.

*To your dismay, you arrive at Anyder to find Y'shtola unconscious. Before you can go to her aid, however, Elidibus appears and spirits her away. If you want your comrade back, it seems you must treat the Ascian to a demonstration of your strength. With no other recourse, you grit your teeth and prepare to enter the aetherial stream.

*You ride the aether to emerge in Emet-Selch's phantom Amaurot, where Elidibus instructs you to fight your way to the Capitol. The trial pits you against recreations of myriad faces from your past, and at the last the Ascian himself enters the fray in the guise of Ardbert─yet it soon becomes plain that even he is overmatched.

*No sooner does your trial conclude than Y'shtola arrives at your side, having apparently freed herself. Gazing upon Elidibus with a mixture of pity and scorn, she proceeds to expose him for what he truly is: a primal, granted strength by the desire for salvation. Thus has he sought to inspire the masses to rise up as Warriors of Light. Unmoved, the Ascian coolly confirms Y'shtola's theories, but when she subsequently questions whether the many voices that sustain him have irrevocably changed his own, his expression hardens. No matter how much he should forget, he declares, he will always remember his duty. With that, he vanishes, but not before serving notice of his intent to gain the power to defeat you.

*The danger now passed, you finally have the chance to apprise Y'shtola of recent events. Having listened to your tale, she goes to collect her possessions from Anyder in preparation for your journey to Eulmore.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
'''Thancred:''' Right then! While the Exarch literally pours his own sweat and blood into his allotted task, it seems only fair that we attend to our own.
'''Alphinaud:''' Dealing with Elidibus and his minions.
'''Thancred:''' Just so. And there is one other matter.
'''Thancred:''' In light of our deteriorating health, Y'shtola should not be left alone at Anyder. Might I trouble you to visit her, [Forename]? See that all is well?
'''Thancred:''' I would go myself, but I think she might be safer in the hands of one less prone to collapsing.
'''Thancred:''' My thanks. You may leave the Ascians to us.
'''Thancred:''' Once they are out of the way, we will retire to Eulmore. And when Y'shtola has finished plumbing the depths, I'd like the two of you to join us there.
'''Alphinaud:''' If you are bound for Anyder, I suggest you go via Venmont Yards. Our friends there will be glad to provide a boat for you.
'''Thancred:''' Let us be on our way, then. Don't do anything I wouldn't do.

Question: What will you say?
> Wait, I have a gift for you, from Tataru.
'''Thancred:''' From Tataru, you say? Whatever could it be...?
> I have a delivery from the Source, kupo! Courtesy of one Tataru Taru.
'''Thancred:''' You're a long way from home, moogle. And this is from Tataru, is it? Whatever could it be...?
---

'''Urianger:''' ''Archon loaf'', thou sayest? Why, even to hear the name doth transport me to times long past...
'''Ryne:''' Bread from another world!? May I try some?
'''Urianger:''' Mayest thou, child? Thou ''must''! ...That said, though I personally disagree with the consensus, I do nonetheless advise thee to temper thine expectations.
'''Thancred:''' Wiser words have never been uttered.
'''Alphinaud:''' Though it rarely darkened our dining table at home, I can attest that it was standard fare at the Studium. Indeed, a slice was never far from our peers' hands.
'''Alisaie:''' Alphinaud, you really are an unbearable snob sometimes, do you know that?
'''Thancred:''' What I believe my colleagues are ''trying'' to say is that we appreciate the gesture. Tell Tataru we'll do our best to return before she's forced to seek further supplementary employment.
'''Alisaie:''' Right, let's really be off now. We can find a drink to wash down the bread on the way.

-quest accepted
-cutscene end

===Speak with the idle shipwright at Venmont Yards===
'''Idle Shipwright:''' Oho, if it ain't the Warrior of Darkness {{alternatives|m=himself|f=herself}}! What brings you to these parts?
'''Idle Shipwright:''' Headin' out to sea, eh? But of course we'd be happy to help! Just say the word, and I'll ready a boat.

Question: Travel to Anyder? (Yes/No)
> No
''Dialogue ends.''
> Yes
''Cutscene starts.''
---
-voiced cutscene start
''At Noesis in Anamnesis Anyder. The player finds Y'shtola unconscious. Elidibus in Ardbert's body appears.''
'''Elidibus:''' Excellent. I had intended to speak with you alone.
'''Elidibus:''' None of my doing, lest you misunderstand. The link between her body and soul wavers.
'''Elidibus:''' I know not what you hoped to find here, but it will avail you naught to learn of our past.

''Start of Echo flashback.''
'''Convocation Speaker:''' Reviewing the records yet again? Really? You worry too much, Elidibus.
'''Convocation Speaker:''' This dedication to your duty verges on obsession.
'''Convocation Member:''' To think some thought you ill-suited for the role. How wrong they were.
'''Convocation Member:''' But come, turn your gaze outside the window, my friend. The rains have ceased, and we have been graced with another beautiful day.

'''Elidibus:''' It fades. Fades away into oblivion. Does the world no longer have need of me?
Elidibus: No. I am Elidibus. And I must-I ''will'' fulfill my duty.
'''Elidibus:''' Sundered though you may be, you fought for the world's salvation. For hope.
'''Elidibus:''' Hope...
'''Elidibus:''' Ahhh, it swells within me. Empowers me. Now ─ ''now'' I may carry out my mission.
'''Elidibus:''' And yet...
'''Elidibus:''' Why do I yearn for this? Why do I struggle so?
''End of Echo flashback. Elidibus teleports Y'shtola away.''

'''Elidibus:''' I shall take her into my safekeeping. If you want her back, you will do as I ask.
'''Elidibus:''' Show me your strength. I would take your measure.
'''Elidibus:''' I have prepared a suitable arena. You need but ride the flow of aether.
-cutscene end

===Enter the aetherial stream===
-cutscene start
''At Amaurot in the Tempest.''
'''Elidibus:''' You are familiar with this place, I believe. This...remembered Amaurot.
'''Elidibus:''' Proceed to the Capitol. I shall return your comrade to you there.

Question: What will you say?
> Enough of this!
> I tire of your games.
---
'''Elidibus:''' You speak as if you were disappointed in me. Why?
'''Elidibus:''' I am your enemy, and you mine. Our goals are in conflict, and we are fated to clash.
'''Elidibus:''' Or had you hoped that feigned sympathy and false understanding would cast your crimes in a less reprehensible light? That I would come to look upon you as a ''friend''?
'''Elidibus:''' You who have slaughtered my people. Who would tear down everything we have built.
'''Elidibus:''' You do not deny it, then. Very well, let us change the cast of this trial. You will know what you have stolen from us.

''Elidibus transforms the Amaurotine shades behind the counters to [[Baderon]], [[Momodi]], and [[Mother Miounne]].''

'''Elidibus:''' But do not imagine I crave remorse. Only justice.
-cutscene end

===Solo Duty===
Popup: Follow Elidibus
'''Elidibus:''' Forward, hero. We shall see how strong you have become.
Elidibus@Elidibus (text bubble):Let us begin.
'''Elidibus:''' Rest assured that there are no tricks. You need but defeat the enemies before you.
'''Elidibus:''' First, something easy. Those whom a budding hero must encounter at the beginning of {{alternatives|m=his|f=her}} tale.
'''Elidibus:''' And I believe I have the perfect subjects.

''Elidibus transforms the four Cubus to [[Thancred]], [[Y'shtola]], [[Yda]], and [[Papalymo]], who die in one hit.''

'''Elidibus:''' Let not their appearance stay your hand. Beneath the facade, they are merely monsters.
'''Elidibus:''' All too easy, I see, but at least you now understand the rules. Thus will we make our way to the Capitol.

Question: What will you say?
> Are you trying to unnerve me?
'''Elidibus:''' Come now, I made it plain that they were monsters.
'''Elidibus:''' Be that as it may, even a monster could be someone's beloved. That is what I wished to impress upon you.
> That was in poor taste even for you.
'''Elidibus:''' That appearances should unsettle you so... I was under the impression you simply destroyed all who barred your way.
'''Elidibus:''' Sparing nary a thought to the possibility that your foe could be someone's beloved.
---

'''Elidibus:''' But come, we shouldn't dwell on the beginning when so much of your story awaits.

'''Elidibus:''' Every tale requires villains. Defeat them, and claim your place as a hero.

''Elidibus transforms the four Cubus to [[Livia sas Junius]], [[Rhitahtyn sas Arvina]], [[Nero tol Scaeva]], and [[Gaius van Baelsar]], who are easily defeated.''

'''Elidibus:''' Well done, champion of Eorzea. Well done. Onward, then, over the blooded bodies of the fallen.

'''Elidibus:''' You tasted many sweet triumphs, yes. But so too did you taste bitter tragedy.
'''Elidibus:''' Who could forget the Crystal Braves? That idealistic, pathetic dream born from a malformed creature.

''Elidibus transforms the three Cubus to [[Laurentius]], [[Ilberd]], and [[Yuyuhase]], who are easily defeated.''

'''Elidibus:''' Faces you know and loathe, all. Let your hatred burn, and strike them down with all your might.

'''Elidibus:''' With such ease yet again. You did always grow stronger with every battle.

'''Elidibus:''' It seems it will take more than those monsters to leave an impression upon you. Or mayhap you simply fail to understand my meaning. Not that it matters. No, I have dealt with countless heroes, and always it ends the same way. No amount of reasoning will bridge our differences ─ will result in happiness for all. Whatever your reasons may be, I cannot be bound by them. I can but put faith in my own beliefs, and fight for them with all my being.

Question: What will you say?
> You're wrong. We can always strive for understanding - for compromise.
'''Elidibus:''' Hmph, how very naive. If you are willing to compromise on your beliefs, you all but admit that they are flawed.
'''Elidibus:''' And I assure you I have no intention of compromising on mine. Come what may, I will fulfill my mission as Elidibus.
> It seems there's nothing for it but for us to fight.
'''Elidibus:''' For a certainty. I am Elidibus, and come what may, I will fulfill my mission.
'''Elidibus:''' To that end do I take your measure. And eventually I will eliminate you. Your hopes and dreams are inconsequential.
---

'''Elidibus:''' But enough talk. It is not your assertions that I wish to know, but your strength.
'''Elidibus:''' Falsely accused of regicide, you fled for the snow-swept fields of Coerthas.
'''Elidibus:''' Had you and the Scions met your demise that day in the sultanate, Lahabrea might have been spared his.
'''Elidibus:''' But not only did you stubbornly live; you hurled yourself into the thick of the Dragonsong War.
'''Elidibus:''' Swept along by the tide of events, you pursued and slew those who sought to stop the unending conflict. Just as you were bid.
'''Elidibus:'''..Or was it a thirst for vengeance that drove you?

''Elidibus transforms the four Cubus to [[King Thordan]], [[Ser Grinnaux]], [[Ser Charibert]], and [[Ser Zephirin]], who are easily defeated.''

'''Elidibus:''' I trust you are beginning to limber up. Do keep up the fine form.
'''Elidibus:''' Around heroes, people are wont to flock. People who harbor all manner of motives, each baser than the last.

''Elidibus transforms the three Cubus to [[Aymeric]], [[Flame General Aldynn]], and [[Lucia]], who are easily defeated.''

'''Elidibus:''' Come, let the curtains rise on the grand melee.
'''Elidibus:''' No more than they deserve. In the end, their hand of friendship was tainted with personal desire.

'''Elidibus:''' You know what comes next: you put an end to the Dragonsong War.

''Elidibus transforms the Cubus to the [[Nidhogg]]-possessed [[Estinien]].''

'''Elidibus:''' There is no saving your comrade this time. All you can do is cut off the serpent's head.
'''Elidibus:''' And as simple as that, a thousand-year war is brought to its conclusion.
'''Elidibus:''' But every end marks a new beginning. And for heroes such as you, there is only ever conflict.

'''Elidibus:''' How are you enjoying the walk down memory lane? I daresay there will have been a few individuals for whom you harbor deep feelings. Whose passing caused you keenest grief.
'''Elidibus:''' That is what our people are to us. An irreplaceable existence that can ill be lost. I must─I ''will'' save them. For they are my... My...

Question: Elidibus appears distracted.
> Draw your weapon.
'''Elidibus:''' ...Hmph! I think not, hero. Not yet. You must content yourself with the company of monsters a while longer.
> Wait for him to continue.
'''Elidibus:''' ..Never mind. We are not here to talk. Let us return to the task at hand.
---

'''Elidibus:''' Emperor Solus had kindled an insatiable flame. Garlemald was its name, and it raged across the land, consuming all in its path.
'''Elidibus:''' Following the trail of ash, you set forth for Ala Mhigo and Doma, into a storm of blood.
'''Elidibus:''' Again you fought, and again you grew stronger. So strong that we could no longer control you.
'''Elidibus:''' Yours is an unnatural, beastly strength. And we shall lay it bare.
'''Elidibus:''' In order to gain a foothold in the liberation effort, you journeyed to Far Eastern plains.

''Elidibus transforms the three Cubus to [[Magnai]], [[Sadu]], and [[Grynewaht]], who are easily defeated.''

'''Elidibus:''' There you encountered the land's greatest warriors, and sought to win them over to your cause.

'''Elidibus:''' The strong are drawn to the strong. Thus did you gather new allies to your banner.
'''Elidibus:''' Yet where ardent souls gather, so too do fires burn. In this way did you consign those around you to the flames.

''Elidibus transforms the two Cubus to [[Hien]] and [[Yugiri]].''

'''Elidibus:''' Burn them all, hero. Reduce them to nothingness, like the ephemeral morning dew they are.

'''Elidibus:''' You did not hesitate...or perhaps could not? No matter. Let us turn our attention to the finale.
'''Elidibus:''' Here we shall have a test between fellow beasts. It is only fitting, would you not agree?

''Elidibus transforms the Cubus to [[Zenos yae Galvus]].''

'''Elidibus:''' When I fought you in this flesh, 'twas I who triumphed. Will you turn the tables this time?

'''Elidibus:''' Hm, my creation appears to have lost its form... It is no easy thing to see through the eyes of a beast such as him.
'''Elidibus:''' In any event, there is only so much to be learned by taking your measure this way. Let us try something different.

'''Elidibus:''' Come. We continue this within.

-cutscene start
'''Elidibus:''' An impressive show of strength.
'''Elidibus:''' But surely no more than a foretaste of that which Emet-Selch's conqueror is capable.
'''Elidibus:''' Such might requires a fairer measure. To compare like with like. Yes...
'''Elidibus:''' I shall just have to test you myself.
'''Ardbert:''' Come on, [Forename]! Show me what you can do!
-cutscene end

===Solo Duty Part 2===
System: Defeat Ardbert

'''Ardbert:''' I may not be the real Ardbert, but you'd do well not to underestimate me.
'''Ardbert:''' All that made him the warrior he was─every battle waged, every blow swung ─ is part of my very being.
'''Ardbert:''' So come! Fight me like you mean to take my head!
'''Ardbert:''' Good, good... I sense your murderous intent.
'''Ardbert:''' Aye, you'd kill me given the chance. Mayhap you think to recover this body?
'''Ardbert:''' If so, prove that it's no use to me! Prove that I can't best you with it!
'''Ardbert:''' Come! Come at me with everything you've got!
Ardbert@Ardbert (text bubble): I'll rend you to pieces!
Ardbert@Ardbert (text bubble): Might want to watch your step!
'''Ardbert:''' <pant> I see... You're a different beast from when you faced my creations...
'''Ardbert:''' Very well, I will transcend my very limits. And we'll see what you're truly capable of!
Ardbert@Ardbert (text bubble): Yaaarrrgh!
'''Ardbert:''' Hold nothing back! For neither will I!
Ardbert@Ardbert (text bubble): Earth writhe and rage!
'''Ardbert:''' <pant> <pant> I have my answer...

-voiced cutscene start
'''Elidibus:''' You have grown stronger since last we fought.
'''Elidibus:''' The result of your trials in the First, no doubt.
'''Y'shtola@???:''' Have you finished?
'''Y'shtola:''' My apologies. I freed myself as soon as I awoke, but rather too late, I see.
'''Y'shtola:''' Now, Elidibus, if you have ceased trading blows, I would trade words with you.
'''Y'shtola:''' I have a theory, you see─one concerning that which you seek to accomplish.
'''Y'shtola:''' It stems from who─or rather ''what''─you truly are: a primal.
'''Y'shtola:''' The ancients created Zodiark to deliver the star from destruction.
'''Y'shtola:''' If the magick that brought Him forth is the precursor of what we know as summoning, then Zodiark would have been instilled with a presiding desire...
'''Y'shtola:''' I found it among the records at Anyder. And it came as no surprise. Were I faced with the world's destruction, I too would wish for the same...
'''Y'shtola:''' Salvation.
'''Y'shtola:''' I know that you sacrificed yourself to become Zodiark's heart.
'''Y'shtola:''' How you came to be separated from Him is less clear...
'''Y'shtola:''' But if you are a fragment of His being, it stands to reason a desire for the world's salvation would drive you.
'''Y'shtola:''' And thus did you seek to inspire the masses to rise up as Warriors of Light, going so far as to use Ardbert as a symbol of hope.
'''Elidibus:''' Correct on all counts. Such is my nature, and such are my methods.
'''Elidibus:''' I have aided heroes. I have made them. I have even become them.
'''Elidibus:''' This served not only to strengthen me, but also to facilitate the work of my brothers, such as Emet-Selch, with his penchant for nation building.
'''Y'shtola:''' Then you will be all too familiar with the fickleness of mankind.
'''Y'shtola:''' We change. We forget. And what little we do remember becomes twisted and fragmented over time. For which reason, you deem us unfit to carry on your legacy.
'''Y'shtola:''' But are you yourself free of these foibles? As the last witness of the Final Days, do you remember ''everything'' that was lost? Or even the things you cared about?
'''Elidibus:''' Get to the point.
'''Y'shtola:''' A primal is shaped by the hope that fuels it. Even should this hope be something as simple as the world's salvation, it is the collective desire of innumerable disparate souls crying out for deliverance.
'''Y'shtola:''' Having drawn your strength from such a cacophony of voices, can you truly be sure you still speak with your own?
'''Elidibus:''' Your question is irrelevant.
'''Elidibus:''' No matter how much I should change, no matter how much I should forget, I shall ever remember my duty.
'''Elidibus:''' At times I stand with my brethren. At times I stand against them. All that I might steer mankind and the very star upon their true course.
'''Elidibus:''' For Elidibus is my name. And my mission. Guiding my every deed.
'''Elidibus:''' But enough talk. You have shown me sufficient proof of your might.
'''Elidibus:''' As I am now, I would struggle to defeat you. Yet I have still to play all of my cards.
'''Elidibus:''' If I could offer you some semblance of sport, your lessers would pose no threat to me. Would you not agree, Warrior of Darkness?
-cutscene end

===Speak with Y'shtola===
'''Y'shtola:''' It has been an eventful morning ─ if indeed it ''is'' morning. I've no idea how long I was unconscious.
'''Y'shtola:''' Regardless, I am gratified to see that my efforts at Anyder have borne fruit. We have confirmed the nature of our foe and his plot.
'''Y'shtola:''' Now then, what news from the surface?
'''Y'shtola:''' I see. Then let us make for Eulmore at once. We have much to share with our comrades, Elidibus's parting threat not least of all.
'''Y'shtola:''' Ah, but forgive me. It would seem my belongings did not accompany me here. I will need to retrieve them from Anyder.
'''Y'shtola:''' With luck, the aetherial stream you traversed still lingers. I won't be long.

-quest complete
-cutscene start
''The player notices a red crystal on the floor and walks towards it.''
-cutscene end
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=kj27lYFNVE0}}

Food for the Soul

2026-04-20T05:14:27Z

Maleficentabsinthe: typo correction, added missing optional dialogue, updated dialogue branches, corrected some dialogue spacing

{{Quest infobox
| title = Food for the Soul
| image =
| description = Judging by her sheepish expression, [[Tataru]] has a favor to ask.
| quest-giver = Tataru
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Beq Lugg; Crystal Exarch; Krile; Rammbroes; Ryne; Thancred; Urianger
| location = The Rising Stones
| location-x = 6.0
| location-y = 5.9
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| req-items = 1 Archon Loaf (Key Item)
| exp = 22440
| gil = 1894
| reward-opt1 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Aiming Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt2 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Scouting Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt3 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Healing Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt4 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Casting Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt5 = 7 Allagan Silver Piece
| prev-quest = Fraying Threads
| next-quest = Faded Memories
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 671
| id-gt = 69310
| id-edb = c885e702392
}}
==Walkthrough==
'''''NOTE:''' The kitchen can be found on the second level. Flying up and entering is easiest.''

==Steps==
* Speak with [[Tataru]].
* Deliver the [[Archon Loaf (Key Item)|Archon loaf]] to the [[Crystal Exarch]] in [[the Ocular]].
* Speak with [[Urianger]].

==Journal==
* Judging by her sheepish expression, Tataru has a favor to ask.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
'''Krile:''' You've come a long way, so do take your ease while you can.
-optional end

===Accepting the quest===
'''Tataru:''' Um...[Forename]? Could you spare a moment? While Krile goes and finds this expert of hers, I mean.
'''Tataru:''' There's a gift I was hoping to send to our friends in the First, you see...and since we might be waiting a while, I wondered if you wouldn't mind giving me a hand with it.
'''Tataru:''' My first attempt turned out well, so now I'm going to make it properly.
'''Tataru:''' I'll be in the kitchen at the House of Splendors. Meet me there!

'''Krile:''' Well, I had better be off too. I shall see you soon, either here or at the House, depending on how our patients fare in my absence.
-quest accepted

===Speak with Tataru===
'''Tataru:''' There you are, [Forename]! As I'm sure you've guessed, the gift is a bit of home cooking.
'''Tataru:''' Unlike Krile, I can't do much to help our friends directly. But that doesn't mean I've been idle.
'''Tataru:''' No, I've been doing my best for the order, taking on this job and that to keep our coffers full. I've even helped out with the Ishgardian restoration.
'''Tataru:''' And in the course of all this, my culinary skills have come on quite a bit. So I thought, why not make something for our friends?
'''Tataru:''' It's baking in the oven even as we speak. Shouldn't be long now!

-cutscene start
'''Tataru:''' There! Baked to perfection, even if I do say so myself!

Question: What will you say?
> It's...bread.
'''Tataru:''' But not just ''any'' old bread! This here is ''Old World'' bread. "Archon loaf", to be precise. It's what they eat over in Sharlayan!
> Smells great!
'''Tataru:''' Doesn't it just! It's called “Archon loaf,” in case you're wondering, and it's what they eat over in Sharlayan.
> Your cake looks like bread.
'''Tataru:''' It ''is'' bread, silly! But not just ''any'' old bread! This here is ''Old World'' bread. "Archon loaf", to be precise. It's what they eat over in Sharlayan!
---

'''Tataru:''' Simple fare, I admit, but I thought it would remind our friends of home.
'''Tataru:''' If nothing else, Krile tells me it's a good source of aether.
'''Tataru:''' So it should lend them a bit of strength at least.
'''Krile:''' Mmm-mmmmmm! There truly is nothing like the smell of bread fresh from the oven!
'''Tataru:''' Krile! And if it isn't Rammbroes too!
'''Krile:''' I trust you require no introductions either, [Forename].
'''Rammbroes:''' Greetings, my friend. Full glad am I to see you well.
'''Rammbroes:''' I confess, I have a malm-long list of questions to ask you, but I will endeavor to contain my curiosity for the present. I understand our mutual friend is struggling with the application of certain Allagan technologies.
'''Krile:''' I have been keeping Rammbroes apprised of events in the First. Suffice it to say, he knows about the Exarch.
'''Krile:''' If anyone alive can provide insight into this matter, it is him and his fellow Sons.
'''Rammbroes:''' Ahem. Loath as I am to disappoint you after so glowing an endorsement...
'''Rammbroes:''' Memory transference was the sole province of Allagan royalty, its mechanisms closely guarded secrets. If any record of them remains, we have yet to find it. To wit, I regret that I can offer no solution to your problem.
'''Rammbroes:'''...Which begs the question of why I bothered to come here, empty-handed as I am─the answer being, rather brazenly, to ask a favor. I would have you relay a message to our comrade.
'''Rammbroes:''' Tell him...Tell him that we never doubted him.
'''Rammbroes:''' Never doubted that he would achieve all that he said he would.
'''Rammbroes:''' Those of us who remained behind have yet to play our part.
'''Rammbroes:''' But when the time comes, he may rest easy in the knowledge that we will most assuredly do so.
'''Rammbroes:''' And then the tower shall shine once more as a beacon of hope, in this world and beyond.
'''Rammbroes:''' So tell him that we consider his duty done ─ and that he should follow his heart now.
'''Krile:''' Forgive me, but do you say this to discourage him from overexerting himself? Or to encourage him to hold nothing back?
'''Rammbroes:''' That is for our friend to decide, but either way, I daresay a certain someone will be unimpressed.
'''Krile:''' Well, there you have it, [Forename] If you would be so good as to see Rammbroes's message and Tataru's bread to their intended recipients ─ along with my report, of course.
'''Tataru:''' Um, Krile? Before I wrap the bread up, would you mind giving it a try? Just to make sure everything's as it should be?
'''Krile:''' But of course! I'm always happy to lend my taste buds!
'''Krile:''' Hmmm...Hmmmmmm...
'''Krile:''' Excuse me, Rammbroes. As a fellow Sharlayan, may I trouble you for your opinion?
'''Rammbroes:''' Well, I usually have mine with a good dollop rolanberry jam, but I suppose plain is best for sampling purposes. 
'''Rammbroes:''' <munch> <munch> I see, I see...
'''Tataru:''' Oh no...Is it that bad?
'''Krile:''' It is indeed, Tataru. Dense and unpleasant...exactly as it should be!
'''Rammbroes:''' Gahaha! Just so! The very taste of home!
'''Rammbroes:''' As you might expect our countrymen have amassed a wealth of culinary wisdom from every corner of the world. But our native cuisine is...shall we say, a little lacking.
'''Rammbroes:''' In Sharlayan, the majority regard food as a source of nourishment rather than enjoyment. Save for those few who actually research the culinary arts, we pay little heed to the niceties of taste and texture.
'''Rammbroes:''' It was against such a gastronomic landscape that what is now called the "Archon loaf" was born, the creation of an Archon who devoted himself to the study of bodily sustenance.
'''Rammbroes:''' In order to maximize its nutritional value, he incorporated copious quantities of pulverized fish and vegetable matter into the dough─all with nary a care for those qualities which make bread enjoyable. The result is a flavor that continues to defy description.
'''Rammbroes:''' Yet for its many shortcomings, the loaf's nutritional value cannot be denied. And being a damnably convenient way to cater to one's bodily needs, it quickly found an audience amongst busy scholars. Why, when I was a lad, nigh every meal was a sandwich mad with this very bread and whatever ingredients happened to be on hand.
'''Krile:''' Hm hm! I suspect just about every Archon could say the same.
'''Krile:''' Having been away from home for so long, I thought I might have forgotten the taste. But no ─ it is all too familiar. Ahhh, how it takes me back...
'''Rammbroes:''' If there is enough, perhaps you can spare some for the Exarch? He is certain to appreciate it.
'''Tataru:''' Oh, there's ''plenty'' to go around. I'll be sure to wrap up and extra slice.
'''Tataru:''' [Forename], when you deliver the loaf, please be sure to send everyone my regards.
'''Tataru:''' Tell them we're doing everything we can, and that we'll be praying for their safe return until the moment they get back.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Tataru:''' Well...it sounds like it'll do them good, anyway.
'''Tataru:''' And when everything's back to normal, I'll cook something for you too, [Forename]. Gods know you deserve a treat!

Rammbroes: All that I wish to say to our comrade, I have said to you. It falls to him to interpret the words, but I shall hope that whatever choice he makes, it will not lead to regret. Neither for himself or for you.

''In the Ocular''
'''Beq Lugg:''' Ah, you are returned! Good, good. There is much to discuss. The others are making their way hither as we speak.
-optional end

===Deliver the Archon loaf to the Crystal Exarch in the Ocular===
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Welcome back, my friend. How was your journey?

''The player hands over the {{i|Archon Loaf (Key Item)}}.''

'''Crystal Exarch:''' By the Twelve...Archon loaf! However did you come by this? I'd swear it had come straight from Sharlayan...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Rammbroes said that did he? <sigh> His words are very nearly as heavy as the bread...but I appreciate the sentiment.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Should you have the chance, you may tell him that he needn't worry. That which I seek to do, I do of my own volition, and with all my heart.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' In pursuing this path, I fully expect to earn the censure of our friends ─ and to deserve it ─ but I shall forge on regardless.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Forge on as you yourself did when faced with a similar predicament. So I ask that you have faith in me. In what we do.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' ...But we were talking about your journey. Before the others arrive, I would hear how their bodies fare.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Oh, and the bread I shall save for later. Though it has been many years, I have not forgotten the feats of mastication required to consume it, nor how unconducive they are to conversation.

-voiced cutscene start
'''Alphinaud:''' Forgive the delay.
'''Thancred:''' We have visited every region and confirmed the presence of Ascians throughout the realm.
'''Urianger:''' Lest a grave predicament be made to seem hopeless, it should be noted that they are of inferior rank. The black-masked minions who answer to the red.
'''Thancred:''' Yes. A gaggle of schemers attempting to exploit recent events to sow the seeds of petty conflict.
'''Thancred:''' Fortunately, nothing of any great concern has come of their meddling just yet.
'''Alisaie:''' We also encountered a number of the Crystarium's former defenders, busily solving this problem and that in a bid to become Warriors of Light.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Their zeal is to be applauded. 'Tis but a pity I cannot encourage them on their course...
'''Thancred:''' Not knowing Elidibus set them upon it, no. Both the troubles to be solved and the villains to be vanquished are his doing too, like as not.
'''Thancred:''' And so, with apologies to the aspiring Warriors of Light, I believe it best that we deal with the Ascians quickly and quietly.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I quite agree.
'''Alphinaud:''' But tell us, what news from the Source? How fare our bodies?

Question: What will you say?
> Uh...well enough—though time is not on our side.
'''Alphinaud:''' Indeed. Heartening though it is to know we can stay awhile longer, returning home must remain our priority.
'''Alisaie:''' This seems an appropriate moment to ask about the spirit vessel. Have you made any progress?
> I'm sorry, but...things have taken a turn for the worse.
'''Alphinaud:''' ...Oh dear. Then we must redouble our efforts! Not that we have ever stinted in that regard...
'''Alisaie:''' This would seem an appropriate moment to ask about the spirit vessel. Tell me you've made some progress.
---

'''Beq Lugg:''' We have, as it happens. One moment.

''Beq Lugg presents the six spirit vessels on a table.''

'''Urianger:''' The red stones...Then this doth mean...
'''Beq Lugg:''' For the benefit of all, permit us to explain.
'''Beq Lugg:''' As you will recall, using white auracite as our starting point, we fashioned a vessel for mind and memory both.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Yet, though it served this purpose admirably, the process of imbuing it with one's complete essence proved a somewhat thornier proposition.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Simply put, the memory would not accompany the mind. And so we looked to the Allagans' mastery of memory transference for a solution.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' This approach was not without its own complications, however, relying as it does upon blood ─ which inanimate objects notably do not possess.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' We duly explored methods of suffusing the vessel with drops of the aforementioned. Alas, our painstaking experimentation succeeding only in making me feel faint, and singularly failed to imbue the crystal with the necessary properties.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' It was then that an idea occurred to me: namely, that we might fuse the vessel not with normal blood, but with my crystallized essence.
'''Alisaie:''' You're doing this for our sakes, so far be it from us to complain...
'''Alisaie:''' But don't think we haven't noticed what's happening to your arm.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' It falls well short of offering up my life in exchange for yours─which was your only stipulated prohibition, as I recall. And it is but a small price to pay for delivering you home.
'''Beq Lugg:''' Assuming it works.
'''Beq Lugg:''' We shall soon know if this grisly addition will serve as a suitable conduit for the subject's memory. Though...not soon enough to warrant your waiting. The test is like to take a while.
'''Thancred:''' Let us be off, then. We have Ascians to attend to, among other things.
'''Alisaie:''' Forgive me, but I count ''six'' vessels. And there are only five of us.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' One is for testing purposes. I will personally use it to see whether the crystal functions as it should.
'''Alisaie:''' And...if it does, wouldn't that mean that your soul could also return to the Source?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Yes. In theory, at least.
Crystal Exarch: But there is a distinct difference between your circumstances and mine. While your corporeal forms want for souls, my past self does not.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Mayhap our essences would blend. Or mayhap they would curdle. There is no telling what might occur.
'''Alisaie:''' And you'd be willing to take that risk?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I would.
'''Alisaie:''' I see.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Thancred:''' I for one support the Exarch's choice. To be alive is to be driven by a purpose, and few are as driven as him.

'''Ryne:''' It's stupid, but I've never really stopped to think about what would happen once the vessels were complete. And now...
'''Ryne:''' No. There's no point. I...I hope the test is a success. Truly.

'''Alphinaud:''' When our grandfather first decided to journey to Eorzea, Alisaie did not take kindly to my silence on the subject. “Don't pretend to understand things you don't,” she said...or rather shouted.
'''Alphinaud:''' Having oft been the object of her scorn, I am predisposed to sympathize with the Exarch, but I do understand how she feels ─ better now than ever I did, certainly.

'''Alisaie:''' I'm sorry, I know it was childish to storm off like that. And probably to feel the way I do as well. Agh, pull yourself together, Alisaie!

Beq Lugg: Off you go and help your friends. Even assuming the test is a success, I doubt they would feel comfortable leaving with business unfinished.
Crystal Exarch: As Beq Lugg said, the test will take a while. I ask for your patience in the meantime.
-optional end

===Speak with Urianger===
'''Urianger:''' Hast thou a moment, [Forename]? I would speak with thee on the matter of the Exarch's mooted return unto the Source.
'''Urianger:''' Thou wilt have observed that our friend spake not in certainties. Yet if Beq Lugg hath the right of it, 'tis possible to predict the outcome of his plan with some confidence.
'''Urianger:''' And it is their assessment that, given the opportunity, the Exarch's soul should successfully merge with that of his younger self.
Urianger: Which is not to say the process is without complications. For one, the Exarch hath been subjected to an additional Rejoining, an experience which will have wrought a change in his aetherial composition.
'''Urianger:''' As thou thyself didst demonstrate in merging with Ardbert, however, there existeth an affinity 'twixt like souls, and this doth give us cause to hope.
'''Urianger:''' ...Yet there remaineth one immutable condition upon which success doth hinge.
'''Urianger:''' The Exarch must needs recognize his past self as simply that ─ himself.
'''Urianger:''' As our recent travails have demonstrated, memories are essential to the soul. Any discrepancy in the former may feasibly cause the latter to spurn its former flesh.
'''Urianger:''' 'Tis a seemingly simple yet complex problem. For nigh on a century, our friend hath striven only to deliver this realm, to deliver ''thee''. And to that singular end did he cast aside his very name, that he might assume the mantle of the Crystal Exarch.
'''Urianger:''' Henceforth, none can say what choices our friend will make, but I thought it only right that thou be made aware of these truths.

-quest complete
-optional start
Urianger: Lest there be any doubt, the Exarch hath long been aware of the possibilities he but recently unfolded to us. Wherefore he did refrain from sharing them until now, I cannot say.
-optional end
</nowiki>}}

==Video Archive==
{{quest video archive|id=syPJ8Fn_pLk}}

Fraying Threads

2026-04-20T04:48:26Z

Maleficentabsinthe: corrected the spacing of some lines of dialogue, corrected a line of dialogue, changed a dialogue heading to match the journal title of the step

{{Quest infobox
| title = Fraying Threads
| image = Fraying_Threads_Image.png
| description = Ryne's face is a picture of worry.
| quest-giver = Ryne
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Chessamile; Crystal Exarch; Krile; Tataru; Thancred
| location = The Crystarium
| location-x = 7.1
| location-y = 9.5
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| exp = 22440
| gil = 2014
| reward-opt1 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Fending Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt2 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Maiming Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt3 = 1 Crystarium Gear of Striking Coffer (IL 500)
| reward-opt4 = 7 Allagan Silver Piece
| prev-quest = Heroic Dreams
| next-quest = Food for the Soul
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 670
| id-gt = 69309
| id-edb = e0275da85a6
}}
==Steps==
* Speak with [[Thancred]].
* Speak with [[Tataru]] at [[the Rising Stones]].
* Enter [[Dawn's Respite]].
* Speak with [[Krile]].

==Journal==
*Steadying her breath, Ryne informs you and the Exarch that Thancred collapsed shortly after returning to the Crystarium. Together you hasten to Spagyrics, where your comrade is currently being tended to.

*To your relief, you arrive in Spagyrics to find Thancred up and talking. He reveals that he has not been in the best of health since plucking Urianger from a watery grave, suffering regular bouts of dizziness prior to his recent mishap. In the absence of any obvious physical cause, it seems certain that the link between his body and soul has weakened further. With time growing short, the Exarch bids you make a trip to the Source to consult Krile regarding the plan to return everyone home. Thus do you set out for the Rising Stones, where your friends' unmoving bodies still lie.

*Though plainly pleased to see you, Tataru cannot conceal her unease. Your slumbering friends, she reveals, have taken a turn for the worse. Upon learning of your purpose, she suggests you go straight to Krile, who is tending to everyone in Dawn's Respite.

*You step into the dimly lit chamber, and are met with the unsettling sight of your friends locked in slumber. In somber tones, Krile admits that they now betray scant signs of life. Thanks to her ministrations, however, their condition remains stable for the present, and so she suggests that you continue your conversation outside.

*Back in the Rising Stones' main hall, you apprise Krile of the situation in the First, and she concurs that Thancred's symptoms indicate a further weakening of the link between body and soul. Though she has thus far been able to quell the fluctuations in your comrades' aether, there is no telling when that may change, and she stresses that their souls' return cannot come soon enough. Upon learning that you seek to draw upon Allagan wisdom in developing the spirit vessel, she offers to solicit the aid of an individual who is an expert in the field.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
'''Crystal Exarch:''' The rest of our conversation must wait. Let us hear the situation from Ryne.
-optional end

===Accepting the quest===
'''Ryne:''' It happened after Alisaie and I saw the children back to Spagyrics.
'''Ryne:''' We chanced to meet Thancred there, returning from his mission.
'''Ryne:''' He'd been shadowing Elidibus around the realm, only to lose sight of him near the Crystarium.
'''Ryne:''' And he was in the middle of telling us where he'd been when he just...crumpled to the ground.
'''Ryne:''' The chirurgeons are looking after him now, with Alphinaud standing by, just in case his healing magicks are needed.
'''Ryne:''' Since I couldn't do anything to help, I thought it best to find you, and the guard at the Exedra told me where to look.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' I see. It cannot have been easy leaving Thancred's side. My thanks for bearing word to us. Come, let us hurry to Spagyrics.

-quest accepted

-optional start
At Spagyrics
'''Alisaie:''' Ryne found you, then. We had to send the children off earlier than planned, but they understood.

'''Alphinaud:''' I fear this bodes ill...and not just for Thancred.

'''Ryne:''' Thancred! Shouldn't you be resting!?

'''Crystal Exarch:''' It appears our friend has already awakened. For that, at least, we can be thankful...
-optional end

===Speak with Thancred===
-cutscene start
'''Thancred:''' They dragged you here too, did they? My apologies...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' How do you feel?
'''Thancred:''' Embarrassed. But otherwise well enough. I won't be staying overnight.
'''Alphinaud:''' This episode was not the result of any injury I could find. Thancred's aether, however, did show signs of instability, and I did what I could to calm the fluctuations.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Hm. And all of this happened without warning...?
'''Thancred:''' <sigh> Not exactly.
'''Thancred:''' You will doubtless recall the time Urianger nearly drowned and I gallantly went to his rescue.
'''Ryne:''' When his water-walking charm failed. He was tired. As were ''you'' when you got back.
'''Thancred:''' We were both spent, yes. On account of which, you begged us to rest ─ which, in retrospect, may have been a good idea.
'''Thancred:''' The fact is, I've been experiencing regular bots of light-headedness ever since. But there was no actual fainting until now.
'''Thancred:''' As Alphinaud observed, I have no lingering injuries, and it most assuredly ''isn't'' old age. Which leaves but one likely cause...
'''Crystal Exarch:''' The link between body and soul has weakened further.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Time grows short. We must complete the spirit vessel with all haste.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' To that end, [Forename], might I trouble you to make a trip to the Source?
'''Crystal Exarch:''' In addition to looking in on our friends' bodies, I would have you consult Krile about our plan. If she has any concerns, we should at least endeavor to address them prior to proceeding.
'''Thancred:''' In the meantime, ''we'' should get back to laying bare Elidibus's plot.
'''Thancred:''' Thus far, I have learned this much: that in each of the places he has visited, there have been sightings of suspicious black-clad strangers.
'''Thancred:''' Moreover, the coming of these shady individuals has invariably coincided with some manner of misfortune─beasts terrorizing settlements, blight ravaging crops, you know the sort of thing.
'''Alphinaud:''' All of which serves, rather conveniently, to make Elidibus's call for new heroes reverberate that much more loudly in the hearts of his audience.
'''Alphinaud:''' And you think these black-clad strangers are Ascians.
'''Thancred:''' I do. And I fully intend to investigate further ─ though for that I shall require additional feet on the ground.
'''Alisaie:''' You can count on mine. Gods know I've been itching to get out there for a while.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' Mayhap Urianger too can be prevailed upon to join in your efforts.
'''Crystal Exarch:''' He has already provided copious guidance on the matter of the spirit vessel's construction. It is for Beq Lugg and I to wrestle with the rest.
'''Thancred:''' Well, if you can spare the old boy, we may as well make use of him. I'll go and give him the good news.
'''Alisaie:''' You'll do no such thing. However heedless you are of your own well-being, if you care at all for Ryne's feelings, you'll stay in bed until you're needed. Alphinaud and I will find Urianger.
'''Alphinaud:''' All being well, we will have news to share by the time you return. Safe travels, [Forename].
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Thancred:''' Lest you misunderstand, I'm not averse to putting my feet up. It's being coddled like a brittle-boned nonagenarian that chafes.

'''Ryne:''' I know you cross the rift all the time, but please take care.
-optional end

===Speak with Tataru at the Rising Stones===
-cutscene start
'''Tataru:''' <gasp> [Forename]! What excellent ─ I mean, awful timing!
'''Tataru:''' You see, our friends...They've taken a turn for the worse.
'''Tataru:''' Krile's hardly had a moment's rest these past few days.
'''Tataru:''' She didn't want everyone to worry, so we've been keeping it quiet...
'''Tataru:''' Oh, but listen to me! I call myself a receptionist, and I haven't even bothered to ask you why you're here!
'''Tataru:''' So, they think the spirit vessel will be ready soon? And they want to make sure there are no problems at this end...
'''Tataru:''' Hm. You'd better talk to Krile.
'''Tataru:''' She's with the others in Dawn's Respite. Let's go and see her.
'''Tataru:''' Just...prepare yourself, all right?
-cutscene end
-optional start
'''Tataru:''' Dawn's Respite is through that door. Lead the way when you're ready.
-optional end

===Enter Dawn's Respite===
-voiced cutscene start
'''Tataru:''' Excuse us...
'''Tataru:''' This way.

''The player sees the unconscious Scions in bed. Krile is healing Thancred.''

'''Krile:''' I would rather you hadn't seen this.
'''Tataru:''' I'm sorry. We have urgent tidings...

'''Krile:''' No, no, I'm not angry with you. On the contrary.
'''Krile:''' I know full well how hard everyone has been searching for a way to return home. And I had hoped to afford you the time you needed.
'''Krile:''' But given our friends' present state, perhaps it was for the best that you came.
'''Krile:''' Stiff and cold, all of them. As if they were made of wax.
'''Krile:''' Barely alive at all.

'''Krile:''' And they had been doing so well. Save for occasional signs of aetheric instability, they appeared to be in passable health.
'''Krile:''' Then, quite without warning, things took a turn for the worse. A change for which even Master Matoya could offer no explanation.
Krile: She could only remind me that the soul is yet an unknown frontier, and that much and more lies beyond our ken.
'''Krile:''' But let's not lose heart just yet. At times like these, it is all the more important that we remain positive.
'''Krile:''' Why, I but this moment succeeded in quelling a fluctuation in Thancred's aether.
'''Krile:''' And while the others have weakened, they have remained relatively stable. I believe I may leave my post for a moment.
'''Krile:''' So come, let me hear your tale outside.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Tataru:''' As you probably noticed, we've put them in nightclothes. I know they're not exactly asleep, but...it seemed like the right thing to do.
'''Tataru:''' I've made them some new clothes for when they wake up. So they have to come back. A-And they will!
-optional end

===Speak with Krile===
'''Krile:''' What news from the First?
'''Krile:''' I see. Work on the spirit vessel proceeds apace, but our friends begin to falter...
'''Krile:''' As they themselves have observed, the link between body and soul has weakened. It's as simple as that.
'''Krile:''' For now, I'm still able to quell the fluctuations in their aether, but it's only a matter of time.
'''Krile:''' We'll lose them if we don't act soon. So if the Exarch is ready to attempt something, let him attempt it.
'''Krile:''' As for the spirit vessel itself...
Krile: If we seek to draw upon Allagan wisdom, we could do worse than consult an expert in the field.
'''Krile:''' And I think I know just the man. Time being against us, it may be best if I go and solicit his aid in person ─ even if it does mean leaving my patients...
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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Proper Procedure

2026-04-20T02:38:58Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Proper Procedure
| description = The goblin merchant [[Sweetnix Rosycheeks|Sweetnix]] appears to be in some distress.
| image =
| quest-giver = Sweetnix Rosycheeks
| related-npcs = P'tahjha
| location = Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks
| location-x = 9.1
| location-y = 11.5
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 1
| req-quest =
| req-items = 1 Letter from Sweetnix
| requirements =
| exp = 50
| gil = 103
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65649
| id-edb = 148152e2f09
}}
==Steps==
*Deliver the letter to [[P'tahjha]].

*Report to [[Sweetnix Rosycheeks|Sweetnix]].

==Journal==
*The goblin merchant Sweetnix appears to be in some distress.

*Sweetnix wishes to submit a “letter” to Limsa Lominsa's tax offices, but is too afraid to deliver it in person. Take the letter from Sweetnix, and hand it to P'tahjha at Mealvaan's Gate.

*As long as the proper procedures are observed, any merchant is free to trade within the borders of Limsa Lominsa. P'tahjha asks that you assure Sweetnix that there is nothing to fear from assessors.

*Sweetnix appears overjoyed to hear P'tahjha's kind words, and thanks you for your aid in delivering her letter.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Pshhh... Shkohhh... Sweetnix is beauteous gobbie and craftysmart trademaker!
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Sweetnix makes busydeal with uplanders! Need deliver letter to Gate of Mealvann, but Sweetnix has shivershakes.
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Uplander walks to Gate of Mealvaan for Sweetnix? Uplander delivers letter to taxlady P'tahjha?
-quest accepted
-optional start
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Pshhh... Shkohhh... Sweetnix write many letters, but never find right words!
-optional end

====Deliver the letter to P'tahjha====
'''P'tahjha:''' Where is Sweetnix with those import records? Without the proper documentation, I am afraid we shall have to expel him from the city...
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Letter from Sweetnix}}.''
'''P'tahjha:''' Why, these are Sweetnix's records! Glad I am to see they were submitted in time.
'''P'tahjha:''' Honestly, you would think that goblin would have lost his fear of our offices by now. Every month he is to submit these papers, and every month his tardiness forces me to consider his removal.
'''P'tahjha:''' As long as one follows proper procedure, Limsa Lominsa is quite welcoming of foreign traders. Pray convey these words to Sweetnix-perhaps it will aid in soothing the poor goblin's fears.

===Report to Sweetnix===
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Uplander delivered letter to Gate of Mealvaan? Uplander has wideheart and swiftlegs!
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Taxlady P'tahjha has kind backwords for Sweetnix? Sweetnix has outflow of joy for taxlady P'tahjha!
Sweetnix Rosycheeks: Sweetnix is happy gobbie! Gives uplander jinglyshine!
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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A Thousand Words

2026-04-20T02:33:57Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = A Thousand Words
| description = [[Latisha]] needs someone to report a bilking patron.
| image =
| quest-giver = Latisha
| related-npcs = Godebert; R'sushmo
| location = Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks
| location-x = 10.0
| location-y = 7.9
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 2
| req-quest =
| req-items = 1 Artist's Rendition
| requirements =
| exp = 82
| gil = 110
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65653
| id-edb = 56f30022516
}}
==Steps==
*Receive R'sushmo's artist's rendition.

*Deliver the artist's rendition to [[Godebert]] at the Coral Tower.

*Speak with [[R'sushmo]].

==Journal==
*Latisha needs someone to report a bilking patron.

*A first-time patron has left without settling his bill, and Latisha wants you to report the incident to the Yellowjackets. First, speak with R'sushmo and receive her sketch of the criminal.

*A visibly shaken R'sushmo entrusts you with her rendition of the offender. Deliver it to Godebert at the Coral Tower.

*Unfortunately, the artist's rendition alone will not suffice to identify the offender. Instead, Godebert bids you tell R'sushmo to present herself at the Coral Tower for questioning.

*R'sushmo cannot comprehend what the problem is with her handiwork. You do not have the heart to tell her the truth.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Latisha:''' We spare no effort to ensure that all our patrons enjoy the finest food and hospitality. And so it is doubly hurtful when someone decides to leave without settling the bill. Nary a bell ago, a first-time patron did just that.
'''Latisha:''' R'sushmo is the one who lovingly prepared the man's meal. She is quite upset by the whole affair and has taken it upon herself to draw an illustration of the offender. Might I trouble you to deliver to the Yellowjackets on our behalf? R'sushmo should be done adding the finishing touches by now.
-quest accepted

===Speak to R'sushmo===
'''R'sushmo:''' Grrr... I poured my heart and soul into that grilled dodo... If I ever get my hands on the scoundrel, I'll grind his bones to make my bread!
'''R'sushmo:''' Here it is, my rendition of the criminal! Please deliver it to Godebert at the Coral Tower- he will know what to do!

===Deliver the rendition to Godebert at the Coral Tower===
'''Godebert:''' A bilker at the Bismarck, and you have an artist's rendition of the man?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Artist's Rendition}}.''
'''Godebert:''' Er... what in the seven hells is this supposed to be? It looks more like the prow of a ship than a man's face!
'''Godebert:''' Look, we would like nothing more than to bring the offender to justice- 'tis our duty after all. However, we will need a little bit more to go on than this piece of... art.
'''Godebert:''' It would easiest for all involved if R'sushmo were to come here and answer some questions. Please relay to her as much.

===Speak with R'sushmo===
'''R'sushmo:''' Ah, so you've spoken with Godebert? Bwahahaha! Within the bell, the Yellowjackets will have that swindling scoundrel locked in a dungeon cell, and then I'll take my filleting knife and-
'''R'sushmo:''' Huh? Godebert wants me to go to the Coral Tower for ''questioning''!?
'''R'sushmo:''' But what more information does he want that my drawing doesn't already provide!? Isn't a picture supposed to paint a thousand words!?
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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A Future in Blue

2026-04-18T17:46:15Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = A Future in Blue
| description = [[Martyn]] has the look of a man bursting with pride and eager to bestow praise.
| image = a future in blue1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Brass Blade; Gogo; Gyodo; Kageyama; Nutiba Buntiba; Nutiba's Fiancée; P'yandih; Royse
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 70
| requirements = {{i|Anything Gogo's}} cleared
| req-items =
| exp = 0
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward1 = 1 Predatrice
| unlocks = ngp Blue Mage - Part 3
| prev-quest = Master of Mimicry
| next-quest = And the Crowd Goes Mild
| patch = 5.45
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69530
| id-edb = badde03925e
}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].

==Journal==
*Martyn has the look of a man bursting with pride and eager to bestow praise.

*Martyn congratulates you on your victory over the Master of Mimicry, and his praise is soon echoed by P'yandih and Royse. Gogo himself arrives and bows to your skill, but Nutiba is concerned at how Kageyama will react. As if on cue, the Kugane merchant appears on the scene in a state of denial, refusing to accept the reality of the defeat. Royse, unconcerned by this development, then springs her trap, which sees Kageyama apprehended by the Brass Blades on charges of smuggling.

*Martyn reflects on the travails of this most recent adventure, realizing that there are yet many untapped wonders awaiting you in this world. New costumes, new magic, new horizons─who knows where you might go from here...

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
P'yandih: Three cheers for [Forename]!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Blue mages always copy, but mimic man Gogo is like copy of copy. Bad quality. Latool Ja knew you would beat him.
Wayward Gaheel Ja: You made Gogo go bye-bye! See? Gaheel Ja just as smart with words as Latool Ja!
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: We saw it all, [Forename]! You showed him, then he showed you, and then you showed him right back again! Hah! In the end, Gogo was no match for your mastery of blue magic.
P'yandih: It was simply amazing! I can see I have some work to do if Azuro the Fourth is to follow in your footsteps.
Martyn: Ah, here's Royse. Come to heap praise on you as well, no doubt.
-quest accepted
-cutscene start
Royse: There you are, darling! Twice savior of the Masked Carnivale and hero of the hour!
Royse: Thanks to you, we now have proof that my enterprise precedes─and exceeds─the sham that is the Fukumen Fighting Festival.
Gogo: You are the first opponent to ever outwit my mimicry. I bow to your skill.
Gogo: My whole life has been devoted to the art of imitation, and so I must grasp this opportunity to emulate such perfection. What is it you'll be doing now?
Question: What will you say?
> Saving the world.
Gogo: Then I, too, shall do the same...is what I would like to say, but my defeat at your hands tells me that I am not yet up to the task.
> Adventuring.
Gogo: Then I, too, shall do the same...is what I would like to say, but my defeat at your hands tells me that I am not yet up to the task.
> ......
Gogo: Again, you humble me. Inaction is the bane of mimicry, and you did perfectly nothing, perfectly.
---
Gogo: It is time I sought out a higher peak of expertise. And when I attain that lofty ground, I hope that you will consent to battle me once more.
Nutiba Buntiba: I suppose I'll have to put an end to the festival. It's only fair, but I fear Kageyama won't see it that way...and he still has my fiancée.
Kageyama: You... You tricked me! Even if I accept this as a loss, we still stand even at one victory each! You have no grounds to claim superiority or precedence!
Royse: Shall we take this one step further then? I'd be happy to let a court of law decide.
Kageyama: Your foreign laws don't apply to me! And should you pursue this in Kugane, you'll discover that this merchant prince is untouchable!
Royse: Oh, I'm well aware of how many officials you have in your pocket back home, Kageyama. Which is why I lured you here to Ul'dah.
Royse: We've compiled enough evidence to prove you guilty of smuggling soy into the city. And for that particular crime against our “foreign laws,” you're facing a lengthy sentence indeed. Enjoy your time in the dungeons!
Nutiba Buntiba: Thank you, Royse─now I need not fear Kageyama or his reprisals. But what is to become of me? Though not entirely by choice, I was, after all, his partner in crime...
Royse: Don't you worry your head about that, darling. It was your testimony which exposed his smuggling in the first place! Once I'd added in the tale of your extenuating circumstances, I was able to wrangle a deal with the authorities to let you walk free.
Martyn: And just in case that worm wriggled away somehow, I took the liberty of liberatin' your lady love from Kageyama's associates.
Nutiba Buntiba: My beloved!
x@Nutiba's Fiancée: My deepest thanks─to all of you. You have indeed set us free.
x@Nutiba's Fiancée: You know what must be done, dearest one.
Nutiba Buntiba: You have treated me far more generously than I deserve! On my oath, I shall return to Kugane, close down the festival, and never again stray from the honest path.
Gogo: Before this goes any further, pray hear my request. Our arena was an imitation of your Masked Carnivale, that much is now obvious...but that in itself was never the issue.
Gogo: The problem lay in imitation without permission. If you would but give us your blessing, I would like to continue our performances in some form of joint venture. As an artist, it pains me to deprive our audiences of the venue in which they knew such enjoyment.
Royse: Hm, that's not a terrible proposal. Even for a “second-rate” copy, your arena ''was'' bringing in a tidy profit...
Royse: Consider your request granted! From this moment forth, I officially recognize the Fukumen Fighting Festival as the Far Eastern incarnation of the Masked Carnivale! We can discuss percentages later.
Nutiba Buntiba: In that case, I had best quietly retire my business in blue wizardry, and establish a proper Kugane chapter of the Blue Mages' Guild instead!
Martyn: I applaud your initiative. Don't forget to put my name on the door though, eh!
P'yandih: Uh, no disrespect intended, Guildmaster, but after your last outing in Kugane, the locals might be more inclined to join if Nutiba is seen to be in charge...
Martyn: Wh-What's that s'posed to mean!?
Nutiba Buntiba: Well, I think it is time we took our leave. Thank you all again─for everything.
P'yandih: And that's my cue to hand things back to the guildmaster. If I'm to perform properly as the fantastic Azuro the Fourth, I have some serious training to catch up on!
Royse: P'yandih has the right of it, darlings. We have legitimate competition now in the Far East, and we cannot let the Masked Carnivale be overshadowed. The show must go on!
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: Gogo's art might well be inimitable, but you, my friend, are bloody unbeatable. And what's more, your victory is further proof that blue magic is the solution to any complication.
Martyn: I tell you what, though, this little adventure has opened my eyes to a whole new world of untapped wonders. If we mean to keep learnin' from every opportunity in the realm, I think we'll be needin' thicker spellbooks...
Martyn: New costumes, new magicks, new horizons─just imagine where we can go from here!
-quest complete
System: In order to undertake the next blue mage quest, you must first meet the following requirements:
System: ※FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers must be registered to your service account.
System: ※You must have completed the main scenario quest “Reflections in Crystal.”
System: Once you have done so, the next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn.

</nowiki>}}

Master of Mimicry

2026-04-18T15:45:41Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Master of Mimicry
| description = [[Martyn]] appears to have mastered the art of teahouse customer service.
| image = master of mimicry1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Gogo; Gyodo; Kageyama; Nutiba Buntiba; P'yandih; Royse
| location = Kugane
| location-x = 13.8
| location-y = 9.5
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 70
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Aetherial Spark}}
| req-items =
| exp = 0
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward1 = 1 Mirage Gear Coffer (IL 400)
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Where the Gold Goes
| next-quest = A Future in Blue
| patch = 5.45
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69529
| id-edb = bd0c2054cb4
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Aetherial Spark}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Aetherial Spark}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Nutiba Buntiba]].
*Speak with [[Royse]] in [[Ul'dah]].
*Speak with Royse.

==Journal==
*Martyn appears to have mastered the art of teahouse customer service.

*Martyn, despite settling in well at the teahouse, has had little luck in convincing Kageyama to allow a rematch. Enter Royse. Driven beyond the limits of her patience and determined to take matters into her own hands, the Celestium's manager arrives in Kugane like a wrathful storm. She informs you of the appointment she has arranged with Nutiba Buntiba outside the castle gates, and commands you to accompany her there at once.

*After admitting his part in exploiting Royse and Martyn's accomplishments, a shamefaced Nutiba lays before you the sorry tale of his betrothal and subsequent servitude as a prisoner of Kageyama's ruthless manipulations. Then, as if summoned by the cursing of his name, Kageyama emerges from the castle with Golden Goliath in tow. At first, he balks at Royse's insistence on a rematch, but once she sweetens the pot with ownership rights to the Masked Carnivale, the Kugane merchant prince seems positively eager to seal the deal. You and Golden Goliath are now scheduled to duel in the Celestium, an arrangement which sees you and Martyn packing your bags for the return journey to Ul'dah.

*Royse meets you at the Blue Mages' Guild with a new costume and a sudden pre-match date with Gogo, Master of Mimicry, in which the challenger to your title is introduced to the Celestium's cheering crowd. With the gauntlet decidedly thrown down, you find yourself back on the street with Royse, the strident voice of the announcer still ringing in your ears.

*Royse urges you on to victory before departing on some managerial errand, leaving Martyn to advise you on what he considers to be a winning strategy. It seems that, once again, the fate of the Celestium rests upon your azure-clad shoulders. Enter the Masked Carnivale, and unleash a tempest of blue magic that even the Master of Mimicry cannot hope to imitate!

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Martyn: [Forename], keepin' your feet wet in the blue, I see.
Martyn: In case you were wonderin', I tried to arrange a rematch with Golden Goliath, but that smug bastard Kageyama wouldn't even give me the time of day.
Martyn: As far as he's concerned, the matter's already dead and buried.
Martyn: But I ain't one to give up so easily. I'll keep on houndin' him till he's sick of the sight of me, and then...
Martyn: R-Royse!? Er, welcome to Kugane! Can I get you a nice cup of tea...?
Royse: Do I look like I'm in the mood for tea!? I got so tired of waiting for word of your investigation that I packed a bag and came here myself.
Royse: And what do I discover, darling, but that you wagered the right to continue the Foo-koo-men Fighting Festival on a trial by combat...''which you then proceeded to lose''!
Martyn: It wasn't my finest moment, no...
Royse: I never should've delegated this business in the first place. From here on out, ''I'' will be taking charge of things. Effective immediately.
Royse: As a matter of fact, I already have an appointment outside the castle gates with the festival's founder─this Nutiba Buntiba of yours. Come along, darlings, I will not stand idly by while someone who isn't me profits from the idea of the Masked Carnivale.
Martyn: Royse ain't one to mess about, is she? I think my days at the teahouse might be numbered...
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-optional start
Martyn: Royse'll sort this out, just you watch.
Royse: I half expected the rat to flee rather than face me, but it seems I get my audience after all. Now maybe we can make some headway...
-optional end
===Speak with Nutiba Buntiba===
-cutscene start
Royse: Nutiba, I accuse you of founding the Foo...ahem, the Fukumen Fighting Festival in a direct attempt to imitate and exploit the success of ''my'' Masked Carnivale. I demand you cease operations and offer restitution for profits lost!
Martyn: And you better bloody well make up for stealin' my soul crystals, as well.
Nutiba Buntiba: I willingly confess to the crimes leveled against me, and offer you both my most sincere and regretful apologies...
Nutiba Buntiba: But I cannot halt what has been put in motion. As to the reasons why, well that shameful explanation is what brought me out to meet with you today.
Nutiba Buntiba: I used to be a sailor, from Limsa Lominsa. To cut a long story short, I was on the crew of a trading ship which docked in Kugane, where I fell in love with a local girl.
Nutiba Buntiba: I asked for her hand in marriage, and that's where Kageyama came in. As the mediator employed for our betrothal, he offered to lend us the monumental sum required for the traditional exchange of gifts. By way of repayment, I was to help him “avoid” paying tariffs on soy sauce exports. I...became a smuggler.
Nutiba Buntiba: The longer I toiled in the shadows, the firmer his grip closed upon me, until one day I realized there was no way to squirm free.
Nutiba Buntiba: It was then that Kageyama heard talk of the Masked Carnivale. He grew obsessed with the idea of raking in the profits by beginning his own fighting arena in Kugane.
Nutiba Buntiba: To that end, he ordered me to travel to Ul'dah, and steal the secrets of blue magic. My conscience rebelled in disgust, but the fear of what Kageyama might do to my fiancée was stronger.
Nutiba Buntiba: And so, resigned to carry out the deception, I apprenticed myself to the guildmaster. Once I'd acquired a solid foundation in the art, I awaited the chance to pilfer your cache of soul crystals, and then fled into the night.
Nutiba Buntiba: ...I do not expect this simple admission of guilt to absolve me of my transgressions. Yet beyond that, I can give you no more─not without risking the safety of the one I hold most dear. Surely you understand!?
Royse: “Kageyama,” you said? The name rings a bell, but I thought he was just another rich Kugane merchant. This goes beyond commercial ruthlessness...
Martyn: Damn you, Kageyama! You've got a lot to answer for!
Kageyama@???: Did someone call my name?
Kageyama: Why are you out here wasting words on this flea-ridden failure? If you've time to chat, you've time to market our blue wizard wares.
Nutiba Buntiba: Yes, sir! S-Sorry, sir!
Royse: Allow me to introduce myself. The name's Royse, and I'm the manager of the Masked Carnivale. This little show you're running here is a brazen theft of my entrepreneurial idea!
Kageyama: Again with this idiocy... You forfeited all rights to that claim the moment your man here lost against our champion.
Royse: I acknowledge his defeat here in Kugane, but that was on foreign soil where you held every advantage. Isn't it only fair that we have the chance to prove our legitimacy on more familiar ground?
Kageyama: Try to twist things all you like, Miss Manager, but what's done is done. Besides, what could I possibly stand to gain by allowing you a rematch?
Royse: A renegotiation of the terms, then. Should you win again, I promise to sign over to you full ownership of the Masked Carnivale.
Kageyama: Gahahaha, you have a deal! Just name the day!
Royse: Not so fast. To clarify, a victory will only be considered valid if won in our home city of Ul'dah.
Royse: Also, I reserve the option to nominate this mage, Azuro the Second, to fight on our behalf.
Kageyama: Yes, yes, very well. Golden Goliath will slaughter any combatant you care to bring into the ring. Your business is as good as mine! Gahahahahaha!
Royse: My apologies for the sudden shift in responsibility, [Forename], but there's no one else I'd trust to shoulder the burden.
Question: What will you say?
> I can handle it!
Royse: I know you can, darling, and we love you for it.
> I knew this would happen...
Royse: I really am sorry, darling. Such is the price of competence, I'm afraid.
> ......
Royse: I can see you're not impressed, darling. I'll make it up to you, I promise.
---
Martyn: I wouldn't have minded another shot myself, but Royse has the last word in these things. And you ''are'' the best choice, if I'm bein' honest.
Royse: That's settled, then. Let's saddle up and head home!
-cutscene end
-optional start
Martyn: Ah, it's good to be home! Strange, though...I sort of miss the fragrance of freshly brewed tea.
P'yandih: I just knew this would lead to more trouble, but I'm glad to see you back safe and sound, [Forename].
-optional end
===Speak with Royse in Ul'dah===
Royse: Kageyama and Nutiba are already here with Golden Goliath, fitting him for a new costume in one of the Celestium's anterooms.
Royse: I have a new outfit for you as well, and I want you wearing it for the pre-match announcement.
Royse: Don't worry, darling, you'll look splendid. Go on, now! Light up the stage!
-cutscene start
Celestium Announcer: >> Ladies and gentlemen! Today we introduce a new challenger to our champion's crown! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> This enigmatic combatant hails from the Far Eastern nation of Hingashi, a man who beguiles his foes with preternatural feats of imitation! I present to you... <<
Celestium Announcer: >> Gogo, Master of Mimicry! <<
Question: What will you say?
> Prepare to be bested!
Gogo: ''Prepare to be bested!''
> May the best warrior win.
Gogo: ''May the best warrior win.''
> Keep it above the belt...
Gogo: ''Keep it above the belt...''
---
Celestium Announcer: >> Oho! And so it begins, folks! With what appears to be a mocking taunt, the challenger Gogo has favored us with a preview of his mimicking talents! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> But can a clever replication truly stack up against the genuine article? Come one, come all to this titanic contest, and witness the outcome for yourself! <<
-cutscene end
-optional start
Martyn: You, uh, didn't see any extra outfits in my size, did you...?
P'yandih: Oh, [Forename], you looked absolutely splendid! The perfect paragon of a blue mage!
-optional end
===Speak with Royse===
Royse: The crowd is primed for blood now, darling. Enter the Celestium when you're ready, and expose this Master of Mimicry for the cheap fraud he is!
Martyn: I wonder if I could get Royse to make ''me'' one of those costumes...? Ahem, sorry. Back to the task at hand.
Martyn: If I've learned anythin' about Gogo, then he'll be soakin' up the skills of every creature in the Masked Carnivale in preparation for your bout.
Martyn: But no matter what spells he brings to bear, remember that you've got the upper hand when it comes to battle experience.
Martyn: And just in case you're keen to accumulate a little more, I've added some new places you can visit to your blue mage log.
Martyn: Like I said, focus on footwork and flexibility! We're countin' on you to take down that clown, and uphold the honor of your fellow blue mages!
-quest complete
System: A new stage has been added to the Masked Carnivale, and can be accessed by speaking with the Celestium attendant.
System: New duties have also been added to the blue mage log. Access the “Blue Mage Log” tab via the blue magic spellbook, found in the main menu.

</nowiki>}}

Where the Gold Goes

2026-04-18T15:30:51Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Where the Gold Goes
| description = [[Martyn]] appears restless and frustrated.
| image = where the gold goes1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Gogo; Gyodo; Miyake; Namai Farmer; Namai Maiden; Verbose Villager
| location = Kugane
| location-x = 13.8
| location-y = 9.5
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 68
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Ultravibration}}
| req-items =
| exp = 27000
| gil = 1950
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Azuro and Goliath
| next-quest = Master of Mimicry
| patch = 5.45
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69528
| id-edb = 0d89d8688ff
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Ultravibration}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Ultravibration}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].
*Speak with Martyn once more.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Namai]].
*Question the inhabitants of Namai.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Kugane]].

==Journal==
*Martyn appears restless and frustrated.

*Martyn, frustrated by his attempts to discern the nature of Golden Goliath, has hit upon the simple plan of following his opponent from a discreet distance. Join the guildmaster in his spying efforts near the castle gates.

*Golden Goliath finally makes his exit from the castle, and you and Martyn begin tailing your prey. You follow along, undetected, and eventually arrive at Pier #2...

*After a brief talk with the falcon porter, Martyn informs you that Golden Goliath appears to have commandeered a special bird on a direct route to the village of Namai. The guildmaster urges you to hurry to the settlement in Yanxia before your quarry is lost.

*You rendezvous with Martyn in Namai in time to see that the inhabitants are obviously familiar with the strange behavior of Golden Goliath. Reasoning that the residents might know the mysterious combatant better than the citizens of Kugane, Martyn suggests that the two of you split up and ask a few questions.

*Your conversations with the villagers reveal that Golden Goliath was formerly known as “Gogo,” a mimicry artist of some renown in the region. Seek out Martyn, and share your revelations.

*Although your investigations turned up some interesting facts, it would seem that Martyn has made a new friend who is willing to divulge a more complete history of the enigmatic Golden Goliath. The old villager reveals that “Gogo,” as the champion was otherwise known, was part of his troupe of performers in the time before Lord Kaien's rebellion. A miraculous mimic, Gogo gained fame for his impossible imitations before a change in fortune saw him seek out a new stage as the undefeated star of the Fukumen Fighting Festival.

*By the time you return to the docks of Kugane, Martyn has decided on his strategy for tackling the formidable Golden Goliath. Footwork and flexibility will be the key to victory, and it is with this goal in mind that the guildmaster returns to his training. Or at least he will, once the customers have been served their tea.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: [Forename]! Masterin' Ultravibration didn't get you shaken to pieces, I see.
Martyn: Me, I've been headin' out when I can to work on the puzzle of old Goldie. But no matter how many pieces I find, I just can't seem to put a picture together.
Martyn: About the best I can think of is to follow him after a match, and see if he lets somethin' slip.
Martyn: Come on. The boss has given me the afternoon off, so it's now or never.
-quest accepted

===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: The match should be over soon. Let's stay out of sight and wait for our friend, shall we?
-cutscene start
Martyn: Here we go. Not too close, now...
-cutscene end

===Speak with Martyn once more===
Martyn: Goldie hopped on one of those huge birds and flew off somewhere. The handler tells me he's bound straight for a village called Namai, and pays extra for the unusual route.
Martyn: I'll take a boat across to Yanxia right now so we don't lose him, but join me over there as soon as you can.

===Speak with Martyn in Namai===
Martyn: Looks like your average farmin' settlement to me... Wait, ain't that our man over there?
-cutscene start
Martyn: ...Bit of an odd one, ain't he?
Martyn: Huh, so he's some kind of mimic. Strange thing to be doin' in the middle of the street, but the villagers don't seem surprised by his antics.
Martyn: They must know him here─or better than they do in Kugane, at any rate. What say we split up and ask a few questions?
-cutscene end
===Question the inhabitants of Namai===
Namai Maiden: Golden...Goliath? I've never heard that name. Maybe you can ask one of the grown-ups?
Miyake: Ah, Golden Goliath─that's what they call him in Hingashi, is it not? Around here, we know him as “Gogo.”
Miyake: He used to perform for us in the enclave, but the imperials had little use for a mimicker's talents. We were proud to hear he had met with such success over in Kugane.
Namai Farmer: Who? Oh, you mean Gogo. That arena name always throws me off but, yes, I know him well. He and I grew up here together, as a matter of fact.
Namai Farmer: The man's talent for mimicry is nothing short of miraculous. He'd always been naturally good at it, then spent endless hours in practice till he was ''perfect''.
-optional start
Namai Maiden: Sorry, I don't know any “gold” people...
Miyake: I miss the days when Gogo was an entertainer in Doma, but there was no future in it. Better that he find his fortune in Kugane.
Namai Farmer: I've never seen anyone exactly like Gogo, yet he can be ''exactly'' like anyone else.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: Ah, good timin', [Forename]. My new mate here was just about to tell the story of Golden Goliath's rise to fame...
-cutscene start
Verbose Villager: Well, it all goes back to the time I was an impresario. Golden Goliath was one of the performers under my wing, although he went by just plain “Gogo” back then.
Verbose Villager: This was in the years before Lord Kaien's rebellion. We lived under the imperials' rule, but I suppose they saw no harm in letting us stage a few shows. And let me tell you, even then, Gogo was a crowd favorite.
Verbose Villager: They couldn't get enough of him. With little more than a glance, he could mimic any gesture or expression with jaw-dropping exactitude.
Verbose Villager: His proficiency extended even to the techniques of samurai and ninja─such skills take years to acquire, and he would execute them flawlessly within moments.
Verbose Villager: There was once an enraged samurai lord who sought to cut him down for his impudence, but Gogo replicated the attack so swiftly that the swordsman found himself on the defensive. In that moment, we witnessed him elevate the act of mimicry from performance art to ''martial'' art.
Verbose Villager: Later, rumors reached us of men who vied with monsters by using their own bestial attacks against them. Gogo was intrigued. He took ship to Kugane to see this spectacle for himself, and enlisted as a combatant in the Fukumen Fighting Festival.
Verbose Villager: For one such as Gogo, imitating the art of blue wizardry was simplicity itself. Even in the arena, he needed but the blink of an eye to understand and master the attacks of his feral opponents. Not once did he taste defeat.
Verbose Villager: And when challengers came forth to contest his supremacy, their techniques, too, did he turn against them. One by one, they fell, and so did the legend of Golden Goliath arise.
Verbose Villager: That is all I can say for now. As for the next chapter of Gogo's saga, well, that is something we all look forward to hearing.
Martyn: Bloody hells... From the way the old man described it, Goldie's mimicry sounds like a more advanced form of blue magic.
Martyn: We have to work for our spells, right? You provoke a creature into displayin' an ability, and ''then'' you absorb its aether once you've won the fight.
Martyn: But Goldie skips past that last bit, and picks up new tricks almost immediately.
Martyn: And it doesn't even need to be a monster! Swordplay, spellcraft, anythin' an opponent throws at him, he can learn.
Martyn: Just copyin' their movements wouldn't be enough─it's as if he perceives the attacks on some deeper level and mirrors the exact flow of their aether.
Martyn: Somethin' like that would take a natural gift for observation, honed by years of patient study. Goldie, as we just discovered, has devoted his entire life to the art of mimicry, and I reckon this─ironic'ly inimitable─talent is his reward.
Martyn: Even expert blue mages like you and me must seem like infants to him. There must be some way to claw out a victory...
Martyn: Let's head back to Kugane for the moment, and I'll try to think up a plan along the way.
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn in Kugane===
Martyn: Well, [Forename], I gave it some thought, and I believe I've hit upon a winnin' strategy.
Martyn: Goldie's mimicry is a formidable weapon, there's no doubt about that. But just because he's learned a bunch of spells and stuff doesn't mean he knows the best way to use them.
Martyn: Footwork and flexibility! That's what's important. And when it comes to battle instincts, I think I have the upper hand over some stage performer.
Martyn: It'll just be a case of dodgin' his attacks, while makin' sure I land a good wallopin' of my own. He won't even know what hit him.
Martyn: Speakin' of improvements, why don't you see about learnin' Aetherial Spark? I'll be busy trainin' for my grand rematch, anyway...once I'm done servin' tea.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

Azuro and Goliath

2026-04-18T06:20:32Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Azuro and Goliath
| description = [[Martyn]] greets you with a confident smile.
| image = azuro and goliath1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Gogo; Gyodo; Itto; Kageyama; Lalafell Fellow; Muto; Nutiba Buntiba
| location = Kugane
| location-x = 13.8
| location-y = 9.5
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 65
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Tingle}}
| req-items = 1 Azuro Costume
| exp = 26250
| gil = 1132
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Everybody Was Fukumen Fighting
| next-quest = Where the Gold Goes
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-gt = 69527
| id-edb = 28ba2f7c30a
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Tingle}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Tingle}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].
*Speak with merchants on [[Kogane Dori]].
*Speak with the [[Lalafell]] fellow.
*Deliver the [[Azuro]] costume to Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn once more.

==Journal==
*Martyn greets you with a confident smile.

*The day of the exhibition match has come, and Martyn proclaims himself ready for the duel. Mostly. Actually, he would feel far more confident if he could somehow reclaim the costume that Gyodo stole and sold off. He invites you along to stalk the back alleys of Kogane Dori, and flush out the unscrupulous Namazu.

*You succeed in accosting Gyodo, only to discover that he auctioned off Martyn's outfit piece by piece. It seems you will need to scour the shops and stalls of Kugane in order to purchase them back. Martyn says he will search the markets of the Rakuza District, and volunteers you to visit the merchants of Kogane Dori.

*Your queries into the whereabouts of Martyn's costume are met with discouraging news: from what you can gather, some Lalafell fellow has been a step ahead of you in purchasing the various articles of blue mage apparel. If you hurry, however, you might still catch the man somewhere nearby...

*The Lalafell flees at your approach, but after cornering him in an alley, the young man's shoulders slump in resignation. It is Nutiba Buntiba. He mournfully admits to being Bluehood, and confesses his part in stealing the soul crystals and organizing the festival. Unwilling─and seemingly unable─to explain his actions, he nevertheless seeks to make some small amends by putting the full set of the Great Azuro's costume in your hands. Nutiba bids you deliver the outfit to Martyn, who awaits you outside the castle gates near the Ijin District.

*A bemused Martyn accepts the costume from you, and enters the arena for his duel with Golden Goliath. Despite his best efforts, however, the guildmaster finds himself overwhelmed by his opponent's mastery of multiple forms of spellcraft. Thoroughly dejected, but unable to contain his curiosity, Martyn once more lingers by the gates to interrogate the man who thrashed him so soundly.

*In answer to Martyn's incredulous questions, Golden Goliath claims to have had no mentor─that his arts are “inimitable.” Rudely dismissed by the crowing Kageyama, Martyn trudges back to the teahouse once more.

*Aflame with the desire for a rematch, Martyn decides that a more thorough investigation into Golden Goliath's inimitable arts is in order. He then turns his attention back to the teahouse customers, but not before advising you against neglecting your own advanced studies.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: [Forename]! Been preparin' for the unlikely event I was unfit for the match, then?
Martyn: I appreciate the effort, but as you can see, I'm more than ready to tackle Golden Goliath my own self. Today is the day we go head-to-head, and I've been lurkin' around the festival to study my opponent's fightin' style.
Martyn: From what I could gather, old Goldie learned all his spells from the exotic creatures in the festival─techniques I've never even seen or heard of before.
Martyn: But that just means his blue magic repertoire is limited. I, on the other hand, have spent many a moon buildin' a diverse arsenal of offensive and defensive marvels. There's no way I can lose!
Question: What will you say?
> Nothing is certain.
> Let's not get cocky...
---
Martyn: I'll be fine, trust me! Although there is one tiny problem...
Martyn: I don't have my costume. I know it's silly, but gettin' into character helps me focus my skills.
Martyn: I've a mind to string up our friend Gyodo, and find out where he sold my clothes... Feel like comin' along?
Martyn: Good. My fellow teahouse workers agreed to cover my duties, so I have a little time right now. Let's head into the alleys again and see if we can't flush out that fish.
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: He's close, I reckon. I can almost ''smell'' him...
-cutscene start
Gyodo: Tickets! Get your tick─ Argh, it's you two again!
Martyn: I thought I could live without my old clothes, Gyodo, but it turns out I'm a bit sentimental. I need to know: who did you sell my wardrobe to?
Gyodo: Your shiny outfit? Oh, I auctioned it off piece by piece through a secondhand dealer, and they were bought up by merchants from the Rakuza District and Kogane Dori.
Gyodo: I don't know which shops have them now, but if you mean to buy your costume back, then you had better hurry along, yes, yes?
Martyn: Hm, well that sounds like a two-mage job. Can I ask you to scour the stores on Kogane Dori? I'll take the Rakuza District.
Martyn: Buy any pieces you can find, and we'll settle accounts over at the castle. Hopefully my purse can cover it!
-cutscene end
===Speak with merchants on Kogane Dori===
Itto: Why, yes, I did purchase something from a Namazu seller recently. You're referring to that unusual scepter, I assume?
Itto: If you're quick, perhaps you can make a deal with the customer who bought it. Young Lalafell, he was, left but a few moments ago.
Muto: Auctioned off by Gyodo, you say...? Ah, yes, those foreign garments! I just sold them.
===Speak with the Lalafell fellow===
-cutscene start
Nutiba Buntiba@Lalafell Fellow: I... I have to go!
Nutiba Buntiba: Forgive me for running, I just panicked and... <sigh> You've been well, I hope?
Nutiba Buntiba: I've no wish to lie to you of all people, so let me confirm what the guildmaster believes to be true: I ''am'' Bluehood.
Nutiba Buntiba: Every part of this─stealing the soul crystals, setting up the festival, selling the secrets of blue wizardry─it was all my doing. I knew it was wrong, and I don't expect to be forgiven.
Nutiba Buntiba: But you should also know that I had no other choice, for reasons that I cannot presently explain...
Nutiba Buntiba: Here. This hardly begins to make up for what I've done, but I took the liberty of reclaiming Azuro's costume. Please see that it makes it into Martyn's hands.
Nutiba Buntiba: He'll need all the edge he can get against Golden Goliath...though I doubt it will do him any good. Fare you well, [Forename].

===Deliver the Azuro costume to Martyn===
Martyn: It's gone. Every storekeeper who had a piece of my costume had already sold it. Don't s'pose you had any better luck?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Azuro Costume}}.''
Martyn: You got the whole set!? But how─!?
Martyn: And then Nutiba just ''gave'' it to you? I don't understand. What kind of game is he playin' here?
Martyn: Well, let's leave that mystery for later─I have a match to win and I don't need any more distractions.
Martyn: It's time for Azuro the Third to prove himself on this Far Eastern stage. I'll see what this Goldie is really made of...
-cutscene start
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> Ladies and gentlemen! For this evening's entertainment, we bring you an unranked exhibition match featuring the incomparable, the invincible, the inexorable GOLDEN GOLIATH! <<
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> His opponent is a stranger to our shores, a challenger from the distant west who seeks to pit his own formidable skills against our reigning champion! Please welcome, Azuro the Third! <<
Uncouth Spectator: >> Look at him! This fool is just some would-be Bluehood. He'll never beat Golden Goliath! <<
Martyn: I'll show you how a ''real'' practitioner of blue magic fights!
Martyn: >> Have a taste of this! <<
Gogo@Golden Goliath: >> ''Have a taste of this''! <<
Martyn: Bloody hells...
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> Oho! The challenger appears to have some tricks up his sleeve, but will they be enough to topple our golden paragon!? <<
Martyn: There's more where that came from!
Gogo@Golden Goliath: >> ''There's more where that came from!''
<<
Martyn: But... No blue mage can do that...can they?
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> And Azuro the Third is down! Victory for Golden Goliath <<!
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: That's that, then. I've failed. They'll never heed my demands now.
Martyn: And what's with those spells Goldie cast at the end there? I swear I only ever saw him usin' monster techniques, then suddenly he's throwin' Flare and Holy at me.
Martyn: I tell you, as a longtime student of the arcane arts, it eats me up inside. How can someone wield blue, white, ''and'' black magic all at the same bloody time!? I ain't leavin' until I get some answers.
-cutscene start
Martyn: That was a sound thrashin' you gave me, mate, but I've got to ask: where did you learn to fight like that? Who was your mentor?
Gogo@Golden Goliath: Mentor? I had no mentor. My arts are mine alone. They are...inimitable.
Kageyama: Clear off, you whimpering cur! Find someplace else to whine about your defeat! Gahahaha!
Martyn: No mentor? So he taught ''himself'' all that stuff? It just doesn't seem possible...
Martyn: Blast, it's gettin' late. Sorry to rush off, but they'll be needin' me back at the teahouse.
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn once more===
Martyn: This ain't about the festival anymore, [Forename]─the reputation of our guild is at stake! I won't let it end in defeat!
Martyn: I'll challenge Goldie to a rematch, don't you worry about that. But first I need to learn more about the man and his “inimitable” art if I'm to have a fightin' chance.
Martyn: Oh, and, uh, you shouldn't neglect your studies while this is goin' on. Why don't you take a crack at acquirin' Ultravibration? Now if you'll excuse me, I've got customers to serve...
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

Everybody Was Fukumen Fighting

2026-04-18T05:44:19Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Everybody Was Fukumen Fighting
| description = [[P'yandih]] appears to have been waiting for you.
| image = everybody was fukumen fighting1.png
| quest-giver = P'yandih
| related-npcs = Fighting Festival Ticket Taker; Gogo; Gyodo; Haboku; Hayataka; Kageyama; Martyn; Nutiba Buntiba; Urbane Citizen
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = feature
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 63
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Basic Instinct}}
| req-items =
| exp = 25750
| gil = 2141
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Second-rate Entertainment
| next-quest = Azuro and Goliath
| patch = 5.45
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69526
| id-edb = 17d63aca62e
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Basic Instinct}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Basic Instinct}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]] in [[Kugane]].
*Question customers at the Shiokaze Hostelry.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn once more.
*Speak with the Fighting Festival ticket taker.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn once more.

==Journal==
*P'yandih appears to have been waiting for you.

*P'yandih, otherwise applauded in the Celestium as “Azuro the Fourth,” appears to have been awaiting your arrival. After a brief greeting, she hands you a letter from Martyn─a missive from the mysterious Far East. You scan the plaintive note and learn that the guildmaster has encountered some manner of trouble, and requests assistance at your earliest convenience. It would seem that your path leads to a teahouse in front of the Sekiseigumi Barracks in Kugane...

*You arrive in Kugane to find Martyn working in a teahouse, the odd conclusion to an unfortunate string of events that befell him not long after his own arrival in the city. Robbery and public indecency notwithstanding, the guildmaster assures you that he is finally able to set aside some time to pursue the true purpose of his journey. He would, however, appreciate any aid you can render during his investigation into the Fukumen Fighting Festival. To that end, you are to make your way to the Shiokaze Hostelry, and learn what information you may from the patrons within.

*Your inquiries at the Shiokaze Hostelry have shed some light upon the nature of Kugane's own fighting arena. Return to Martyn and report your discoveries.

*You share your information with Martyn, and he reluctantly concludes that obtaining a ticket to the festival will require dealing with a black market merchant. Follow the guildmaster into the back alleys of Kogane Dori.

*The shifty merchant you encounter is none other than Gyodo, the Namazu responsible for robbing Martyn in the first place. In an act of contrition─and sniveling cowardice─Gyodo returns the guildmaster's stolen money, and also presents him with an entry token to the festival. A few coins richer, Martyn suggests an immediate visit to the castle gates, where a Fighting Festival ticket taker should be waiting to admit you to the show.

*Although Gyodo appears to have deceived you with a cheap ticket, you nevertheless enter the festival and view the opening match. Martyn is appalled by the event's blatant similarities to the Masked Carnivale, and shocked to discover that the entrepreneurial combatant known as “Bluehood” speaks with the voice of Nutiba Buntiba. Before you can discover anything further, however, you are forced to exit the premises.

*A furious Martyn decides to linger by the castle gates and wait for his dishonest disciple to emerge. Bluehood, when he eventually does appear, is adamant that he is not the person Martyn thinks he is. The festival's manager, Kageyama, then comes out to cut the guildmaster's tirade short. He challenges the “founder of blue magic” to prove the authenticity of his claims in a duel against the reigning champion, Golden Goliath─a proposal which Martyn recklessly accepts. Wondering at the wisdom of his decision, your erstwhile mentor hurries back to his post at the teahouse.

*Committed to his course, Martyn wisely chooses to spend the time leading up to the exhibition match investigating the fighting style of his opponent. Meanwhile, he exhorts you to continue your training in preparation for the unlikely event that you will be required to take his place in the arena.

==Trivia==
* This quest's title is a reference to the song "[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kung_Fu_Fighting Kung Fu Fighting]" by Carl Douglas. In particular, it references the first two lines of the song's chorus: "Everybody was kung fu fighting / Those cats were fast as lightning".
** The intended target of this quest is a Coeurl (cat) boss inside The Temple of the Fist (a martial arts temple). This corresponds with the second line of the song's chorus, which refers to martial arts fighters as "cats".

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
P'yandih: [Forename], you're looking even more competent than usual. I take it you followed Martyn's advice?
P'yandih: Well, don't slow down now, because I've been improving by leaps and bounds! The Celestium still echoes with applause for the deeds of Azuro the Fourth!
P'yandih: Speaking of fighting arenas, I have a letter here for you from the guildmaster. I wonder how his investigation in Kugane is progressing...
Martyn@Martyn's Letter: ''Dear [Forename], I write to you from lands foreign and forbidding, the bubbling of the tea kettle my constant companion.''
Martyn@Martyn's Letter: ''This missive should, by rights, be a comprehensive report on our Far Eastern competitors, but I must confess that my investigative efforts suffered a significant setback following my arrival in Kugane.''
Martyn@Martyn's Letter: ''I fear that the true purpose of my journey here will be delayed beyond the limits of Royse's patience, thus do I humbly beg you to render your assistance.''
Martyn@Martyn's Letter: ''Please, come to the teahouse in front of the Sekiseigumi Barracks, and I will explain everything. Waiting in hope, Martyn''
P'yandih: Oh dear. I suppose we should've expected something like this.
P'yandih: You will help him, won't you, [Forename]? I shudder to think what kind of trouble he's found himself in...
-quest accepted
-optional start
P'yandih: Did Martyn say to meet him in a teahouse? I don't think I've ever seen him drink tea...
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Kugane===
Martyn: Welcome, honored customer! Can I interest you in a steaming cup of tea and a delectable dango?
Martyn: Y─ [Forename]! You came!
Question: What will you say?
> Had a change of profession?
> Uh... nice robe?
---
Martyn: This is part of the, um, “setback” I mentioned in my letter. I was just about done for the night anyway, so now's as good a time as any to talk.
Martyn: Well, when I first arrived in Kugane, I thought to myself, “Martyn, you need to find yourself a place to stay.” It must've taken, oh, at least several moments before I got hopelessly lost in the back streets, and that's when a kindly Namazu offered to lend me a hand. Fin. Whatever.
Martyn: Acceptin' his aid was the start of my misfortunes. The little bleeder had me knocked out, purse emptied, and stripped to the skin before I even knew what was happenin'.
Martyn: To add insult to injury, the local authorities' response to a befuddled, bare-bottomed man stumblin' about town is to lock him up on charges of public indecency.
Martyn: I was able to plead innocence on that count, at least, but that still left me penniless, friendless, and naked as a newborn babe. The officers took pity on me then, and arranged a job for me here at the teahouse in exchange for food and board...once they'd lent me some clothes, of course.
Martyn: I've since been spendin' every spare moment learnin' the ins and outs of the perfect cup of tea, but I think I've got the hang of it now. I can finally start nosin' into that Fukumen Fighting Festival, and, with your help, hopefully make up for lost time.
Martyn: Right, then. I'll ask some questions around the teahouse, while you interrogate the clientele of the Shiokaze Hostelry. Gently, mind you!
Martyn: Once you've ferreted out some choice bits of information, we can meet back here and compare notes. Let's get to it!
===Question customers at the Shiokaze Hostelry===
Haboku: I know more about drinking than fighting, but even I've heard about this festival of yours... They opened its doors only a short while ago, and the battling beasts it showcases are already drawing huge crowds.
Haboku: The real stars, though, are the blue wizards. Their wild magicks bring the customers back again and again, like a smooth cup of sake.
Hayataka: ...Do I ''know'' of it? I've been to ''see'' it. Bluehood was a fan favorite for a while, but now everyone cheers for Golden Goliath.
Hayataka: Not only has he bested every creature he's faced, he's also crushed any upstart brave enough to challenge his title.
Hayataka: I should warn you now, friend: tickets to the festival sell out quickly. But there's a price for everything, if you've the purse to pay for it...
Urbane Citizen: The Fukumen Fighting Festival? Men slaughtering beasts, bah! Where's the entertainment in that?
Urbane Citizen: I can understand the commonfolk lapping it up, but it seems that even the lord bugyo has fallen under its spell. Last I heard they were hosting matches in the Noh Theater up at the castle. Unbelievable...
-optional start
Haboku: That's all I know about the festival, but should you have any questions about sake...
Hayataka: Like I said, you might have trouble securing tickets to a match─especially if you're keen to see Golden Goliath. You either need to be extremely swift...or extremely rich.
Urbane Citizen: The theater was built as a stage to exhibit our traditional art forms, not this vulgar circus for the bloodthirsty masses. This “festival” is an insult to our cultural heritage.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: What did we find out, then?
Martyn: Hmmm, sounds to me like the festival is a recent phenomenon...which means it's almost certainly an imitation of our Masked Carnivale.
Martyn: If we're to be completely sure, though, I need to see one of these matches with my own eyes.
Martyn: Now, I heard the same thing as you did about buying tickets: seems they all sell out before you can bloody blink. But rumor has it they do a thrivin' trade on the black market.
Martyn: And as much as I'd prefer to avoid dealin' with back-alley types, I don't think we have time to mess about. Let's wander the streets around Kogane Dori, and see what's on offer, shall we?
===Speak with Martyn once more===
Martyn: Keep an eye out for any shady-lookin' characters...
-cutscene start
Gyodo@???: Festival tickets! I have tickets for the fukumen and the fighting, yes, yes!
Gyodo@Shifty Namazu: <gasp> Y-You! I know you!
Question: What will you say?
> Gyoshin!
Gyodo: Ugh, the name is Gyodo! Gyoh. Doh.
> Gyodo!
Gyodo: Yes, yes, it is I! Your faithful Gyodo!
> Gyofun!
Gyodo: Ugh, the name is Gyodo! Gyoh. Doh.
---
Martyn: Wait, you're that Namazu who robbed me!
Gyodo: Well...you were all but asking to be robbed! How was I to know you were acquainted with our mutual friend, here?
Martyn: I ought to gut you here in the street! Where's my money!? Where are my ''clothes'', you nasty little bottom-feeder!
Gyodo: N-Now, now, let us not be hasty! Your money I can return, but the fine clothing sold quickly! Perhaps you will accept some other form of recompense, yes, yes?
Gyodo: ...Tickets! You were in search of Fukumen Fighting Festival tickets, were you not? Here, you must have this rare and valuable entry token! Free of charge!
Gyodo: We are even now, yes, yes? Then I must be on my way!
Martyn: Well, I s'pose I'll never see my clothin' again...but at least I got some coins back, and snagged an entry ticket into the bargain.
Martyn: Let's head on over to the castle, and see if there's any matches underway. I imagine there's someone collectin' tickets at the gate.
-cutscene end
-optional start
Martyn: This ought to be interestin'...
-optional end
===Speak with the Fighting Festival ticket taker===
Fighting Festival Ticket Taker: Oh, are you in for a treat─the inimitable “Golden Goliath” is on the docket for today's entertainment! May I see your tickets, please?
Martyn: Will this get the both of us in?
Fighting Festival Ticket Taker: Certainly, sir... You are aware, however, that this token only permits entry to the preliminary matches? A full-price ticket is required to view the main event.
Martyn: Grrr, that slimy, bewhiskered bugger must've slipped us the cheapest one he had! Well, never mind. As long as we can get some idea of what's going on in this festival of theirs...
-cutscene start
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> Ladies and gentlemen! Here to raise the curtain on this evening's spectacle of savagery is the illustrious sky-wrapped warrior himself...Bluehood! <<
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> Be amazed by his cerulean arts as he tangles with a terrible and tenacious Yanxian tiger! <<
Fighting Festival Announcer: >> A masterful performance! While few compare to the magnificence of Golden Goliath, who can deny the talent apparent in Bluehood─the original pioneer of blue wizardry! <<
Martyn: The pioneer of─ It was ''me'' who brought blue magic to the masses, not this puffed-up pretender!
Martyn: I've seen enough. The spells are real, alright, but the execution is atrocious. It's an offense against our profession! Who's behind that mask, then, I'd like to know...
Fighting Festival Announcer: And now, ladies and gentlemen! Before we progress to the main event, Bluehood himself has asked that you spare him a moment of your attention.
Nutiba Buntiba@Bluehood: >> Listen one, listen all! No occult tricks or arcane incantations can contend with the all-surpassing might of blue wizardry! Who among you dreams of holding such miraculous power in the palm of his or her hand!? <<
Martyn: I know that voice! It's him─it's bloody Nutiba Buntiba!
Excitable Spectator: >> Are you saying that ''anyone'' can learn those spells? Even me...? <<
Nutiba Buntiba@Bluehood: >> If you but possess the will, then I, the founder of azure evocations, need only to mark the way! <<
Nutiba Buntiba@Bluehood: >> I have with me a surfeit of talismans to awaken the blue spirit within you, and a stack of custom-made raiments to arm and garb you! <<
Nutiba Buntiba@Bluehood: >> Those first in line will also receive one of a limited number of blue wizardry spell tomes! Come forth, and open your purses! The bold will be rewarded! <<
Martyn: That thievin' bastard! I ''knew'' I was missing a cache of soul crystals...
Martyn: I mean, has he no shame!? He's even stolen my old sales pitch, right down to the introductory offer!
Fighting Festival Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen! I must ask those without full-price admission tickets to kindly vacate the seats. The main event is soon to commence!
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: I wasn't entirely sure what we'd find in there, but it wasn't the great vanishin' Nutiba, I can tell you that much.
Martyn: Let's wait around for a bit and see if he comes out. I think I'd like to have a few words with our buddin' entrepreneur.
-cutscene start
Martyn: Well, well, fancy meetin' you here, Nutiba! Hope you've got a good explanation for why you'd stab your old guildmaster in the back like this!
Nutiba Buntiba@Bluehood: S-Sorry? You must have mistaken me for someone else. I haven't the faintest idea wh─
Martyn: You can drop the act already! I saw you flauntin' your “blue wizardry” in that farce of a performance. And don't think I didn't recognize my missin' soul crystals!
Kageyama: Now see here! I don't know who you are or what you want, but I'll not have you endangering my investment! Have a care with whom you meddle!
Martyn: Coercion? Kidnapping? Sounds like a right proper piece of work.
Kageyama: Ah! I recognize you now! That wasn't my idea! I was as much a victim of that awful man as anyone! In any case, I've since put all that behind me and resumed my place as an upstanding citizen and businessman.
Martyn: Well, whatever you claim to be, it's clear that your enterprise is a blatant imitation of our Masked Carnivale in Ul'dah. As guildmaster of the blue mages, I demand you cease and desist in this unscrupulous attempt to profit from the spellcraft that ''I'' established.
Kageyama: Do you expect me to simply crumble before your insistence? Who's to say that ''you'' are not the ones who mimicked ''us''.
Kageyama: If you truly are the founder of blue magic, then you won't mind giving us all a demonstration of your powers. I challenge you to face the greatest combatant in the history of the Fukumen Fighting Festival─the undefeated Golden Goliath!
Kageyama: Prove yourself against our champion, and we'll surrender to your demands. You find these terms acceptable, I trust?
Martyn: O-Of course! Consider your challenge accepted!
Kageyama: Hm hm hm, very good. I shall organize an exhibition match for the purpose, and inform you of the schedule at a later date. Don't stray too far, now...
Martyn: ...Gods above, what've I got myself into this time? Come on, [Forename], I need to run back to the teahouse. My shift is about to start.
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn once more===
Martyn: Right. All I have to do is beat this Golden Goliath fellow, and the festival is history. I mean, how difficult could it be? Even if he is their “champion,” the whole thing is an inferior contest in the first place.
Martyn: But even though I'm sure to win, it never pays to be overconfident. Best do some more investigatin' before the match, I'm thinkin'.
Martyn: By the way, you might want to keep yourself up to snuff on the off chance I'm unfit for battle on the day. Tingle is a handy spell to know! Ahem, anyway. It's back to work for me.
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Second-rate Entertainment

2026-04-18T05:23:21Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Second-rate Entertainment
| description = [[Martyn]] seems pleased to see you.
| image = second-rate entertainment1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Kugane Merchant Magnate; P'yandih; Royse; Ultros
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = feature
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 60
| req-quest = Emissary of the Dawn
| req-items =
| requirements =
| exp = 25000
| gil = 713
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Blue Cheese (Quest)
| next-quest = Everybody Was Fukumen Fighting
| patch = 5.45
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69525
| id-edb = 63906a06056
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with the [[Ultros|tentacled voidsent]] at [[Spineless Basin]], in [[Central Thanalan]].
*Speak with [[Martyn]] in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn seems pleased to see you.

*Martyn gives you a hearty welcome, and quickly fills you in on the latest guild news. Soon after, one of his disciples, P'yandih, arrives to undertake a test of her abilities, but Martyn's teaching schedule is thrown into disarray by the sudden appearance of Royse. It seems the Celestium's manager is hosting distinguished visitors from the Far East, and requires the Great Azuro─or one of his incarnations─to put on an impressive show for these potential investors. Finding himself otherwise engaged, Martyn imposes upon you to administer P'yandih's exam. All you need to do, he claims, is oversee the young mage's battle with some tentacled horror─with said horror patiently awaiting your coming in central Thanalan.

*You avail yourself of the tentacled voidsent's martial services, and P'yandih employs her spellcraft to pummel the creature beyond the point of submission. Satisfied with her progress and wondering if Martyn might be finished with his exhibition match, the two of you turn back towards Ul'dah.

*You return to the guild, but it seems Royse's guests from the Far East were less than impressed with the Masked Carnivale, calling it a poor recreation of the “Fukumen Fighting Festival.” Incensed that someone has stolen the idea for her enterprise, Royse orders Martyn to Kugane to investigate, leaving you behind to supervise the guild and the newly dubbed “Azuro the Fourth.”

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Martyn: [Forename]! How fares your delvin' into the deep waters of the blue?
Martyn: If you're worried about the guild, then let me set your mind at ease: folk've been beggin' to join our ranks, and bangin' on our door day and night! Well...metaphorically speakin', of course.
Martyn: Even better, these eager young mages are so thirsty for knowledge, they've gone as far as the Far East and Ala Mhigo to discover new spells!
Martyn: Ah, I remember not so long ago when it was just me trudgin' across the realm, and now there's a whole host of us workin' to improve the art...
Martyn: I'll have to jot these new tricks down in your spellbook so you can go and have a look for yourself, eh?
Martyn: Oh, and I was meanin' to tell you about that log I've been puttin' together. Thanks to you and our other colleagues, I've managed to construct a fairly convincin' case for blue magic's unbeatable versatility, but a few more notes from the field wouldn't go astray. Anyway, that's about it for guild news...
Martyn: Ah, P'yandih, my diligent disciple. Today's the day y─
P'yandih: [Forename], I was hoping you'd be back! I've been practicing all the blue magic I could get my hands on, and would love for you to see my progress!
Martyn: Now, now, there'll be time for that later. ''As I was saying'', today's the day for your big test.
Question: What will you say?
> I sense...something amiss.
> Where's your friend?
---
P'yandih: Oh, you mean Nutiba? He was doing so well, then one day not too long ago, he just...left.
Martyn: Yes, it was a shame to lose so promisin' a pupil, but I'm sure he had his reasons. We can only hope he's out there somewhere, givin' blue mages a good name.
Royse: [Forename]! No one told me you were available, darling─not that the job I have in mind is worthy of your talents, in any case. I can make do with Azuro the Third, here...
Royse: You see, I'm hosting some patrons who've traveled all the way from the Far East to witness the spectacle of the Great Azuro─or one of his incarnations─doing battle in the Masked Carnivale. Short notice, I know, but I'll need you in the Celestium right away.
Martyn: I'm sorry, Royse, but today is an import─
Royse: Did I mention these patrons were wealthy Kugane merchants? Put on a good enough show and we might snag ourselves some new investors...which means more coin to share around.
Martyn: Well, we wouldn't want to disappoint our distinguished guests now, would we? I'd better do some stretches!
Martyn: I'll let you administer P'yandih's test for her, [Forename]. Honestly, there's naught to it! I've already arranged a voidsent for her to fight─all you need to do is see if she wins or not.
Martyn: Her opponent is waitin' out at Spineless Basin, a big, tentacled brute of a thing. Introduce yourselves, and then P'yandih can have at it!
P'yandih: <sigh> Martyn never changes, does he? It makes my head spin... But at least this way I get to show you how much I've improved. Come on, let's go and find this voidsent!
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-optional start
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Martyn write more blue magic in your spellbook. It is gift of other brave adventurers who join Blue Mages' Guild, so if you are brave, you can learn these new spells too.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn very confident and eager, yes? That is usually when thing go wrong.
-optional end
===Speak with the tentacled voidsent at Spineless Basin, in central Thanalan===
Ultros: Hey, I know you! You're that Azuro the Second character.
Ultros: Martyn told me I'd be training against some young and pretty up-and-comer, so you keep out of it, alright?
-cutscene start
Ultros: Mwa ha ha! Now ''that's'' what I'm talking about. I promise not to bruise you too badly!
P'yandih: Uh, [Forename]... Any advice for tackling this fiend?
Question: What will you say?
> Turn him into tako-yaki!
> Ware his imp attack!
---
Ultros: Gwee-hee-hey, now! That hurt!
Ultros: Ow! Right in the cephalopods!
Ultros: Enough! I yield! Uncle Ulty didn't sign up for this!!!
P'yandih: The title of “Azuro the Fourth” was riding on the outcome of this test, you see...
P'yandih: ...Only, the honor really should have gone to Nutiba. He's always been far more skilled in blue magic than me.
P'yandih: I wonder what could've possessed him to leave like that? I could tell something was troubling him, but he vanished without a word. Seems such a waste to─
P'yandih: But no, it's not my place to question his decisions. He has his life to lead, and I have mine. Let's head back into the city and see if Martyn's bout is finished, shall we?
-cutscene end
-optional start
Royse: We meet again, darling.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
-cutscene start
Martyn: How went the testin', then?
Martyn: Fantastic! So we've another Azuro to wow the crowds, eh!?
Martyn: My own demonstration went rather well, I thought. In fact, our Far Eastern guests should be along soon to shower me with praise...
Royse: Welcome, welcome! That was some performance, wouldn't you agree?
Kugane Merchant Magnate: I would not. Why, your “Masked Carnivale” is simply a poor recreation of Kugane's own Fukumen Fighting Festival.
Royse: ...Foo-koo-men?
Kugane Merchant Magnate: Our word for “masks,” Miss Royse. They are worn by the blue wizards who duel the fearsome creatures of the festival, pitting spectacular spells against untamed ferocity. It has proven most popular with the masses.
Martyn: D-Did he say “blue wizards”...?
Kugane Merchant Magnate: If I had known such second-rate entertainment awaited me here, I would have ended my journey in your “Golden Saucer.”
Royse: Did I hear that straight!? Because it sounds like someone's making money off of ''my'' enterprise!
Royse: Martyn, I need you to board the next ship to Kugane, and look into this Foo-koo-men Festival thing. If it really is a blatant imitation of the Masked Carnivale, then I intend to object in the most strenuous terms. There will be ''magistrates'' involved.
Martyn: Personally, I'm curious about these so-called “blue wizard” fellows. If I find out they're makin' a mockery of our art, then there'll be seven hells to pay!
Royse: While Martyn's busy across the waves, we're relying on you to pick up the slack in the Celestium, darling. You earned the title of Azuro the Fourth─now let's see how you fill out the costume.
P'yandih: Behold!
P'yandih: The proud line of the Great Azuro lives on!
Martyn: You certainly look the part there, P'yandih.
Martyn: Gods, I can feel the gap between teacher and pupil getting smaller by the day. I'd best be expandin' my own spellbook if I'm to keep callin' myself guildmaster...
Martyn: And I reckon you should keep a step ahead, as well. Basic Instinct is a good one to learn! Once you've mastered that─and polished your powers a bit─I'd appreciate it if you could stop by and check in on P'yandih.
Martyn: I won't be around to offer instruction for a time, but I have great faith that the guild will never flounder with the two of you on the job!
P'yandih: We'll be fine, I'm sure. It's Martyn I'm worried about... Anyway, I'll be holding the fort here should there be anything you need!
-quest complete
-cutscene end

</nowiki>}}

Blue Cheese (Quest)

2026-04-18T03:51:53Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{otheruses|the [[Heavensward]] [[Blue Mage]] quest|the [[food]] item|Blue Cheese (Item)}}
{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue Cheese
| description = [[Martyn]] presumably wishes to thank you for avenging his defeat at the hands of [[Siegfried]].
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Fyrgeiss; Maudlin Latool Ja; Nutiba Buntiba; P'yandih; Royse; Zirnberk
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 60
| requirements = {{i|The Catch of the Siegfried}} cleared
| req-items =
| exp = 25000
| gil = 550
| reward1 = 1 Mask of Azuro
| unlocks = ngp Blue Mage - Part 2
| prev-quest = Blue Scream of Death
| next-quest = Second-rate Entertainment
| patch = 5.15
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69273
| id-edb = 4a389f475bd
}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].

==Journal==
*Martyn presumably wishes to thank you for avenging his defeat at the hands of Siegfried.

*Martyn is joined by P'yandih, Nutiba Buntiba, and Royse in offering their congratulations for your thrilling victory over Siegfried. As the ownership of the Celestium hinged on the outcome of the match, Royse is particularly pleased that the arena and its assets remain under her control. Your vanquished foe also arrives with his father, Fyrgeiss, and admits that you were the better fighter on the day. Following suit, Fyrgeiss confesses that he had misjudged the abilities of blue mages, and Martyn seizes the opportunity to secure gainful employment for his guild with Amajina & Sons. After the wealthy Syndicate member clears the air with Royse, a round of farewells ensues, leaving you with Martyn and his Mamool Ja associates. However, it seems that something is amiss with the guildmaster...

*With Martyn's position undermined by your emphatic display in the Masked Carnivale, he comes to the conclusion that he can no longer continue as the Great Azuro. But Martyn has never been one to give in, even when he almost definitely should, and he announces that he will reinvent himself under the new identity of Azuro the Third. He aims to convince the public of Ul'dah that his latest alter ego is the original founder of the Blue Mages' Guild, in order to distance it from the rather ignominious fate that befell the Great Azuro. He will continue to appear in the Masked Carnivale under this new moniker while continuing his research into strategies that blue mages may employ in various fields of combat, and he asks you to participate in further expeditions. Though Martyn maintains his position as guildmaster of the Blue Mages' Guild, it is clear to all involved who the real driving force is, and the junior members will rely on your guidance in the days to come.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn once you have met the following requirement:
**※ You must have completed the main scenario quest “Emissary of the Dawn.”

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Gaheel Ja happy you defeat Siegfried! Maybe Celestium become more popular than Coliseum now, yes?
Maudlin Latool Ja: Thanks to you beating Siegfried, Celestium stay with Royse and Martyn find work for blue mages. Everyone a winner! Except Siegfried, of course.
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: You did it! The Great Azuro has been avenged!
Martyn: Honestly, mate, I can't tell you how satisfyin' it was seein' you knock the stuffin' out that pompous bastard.
Martyn: Ha ha! From the pitter-patter of distant footsteps, it sounds like I ain't the only one who wants to congratulate you!
-quest accepted
-cutscene start
Nutiba Buntiba: Superlative! Splendiferous! The pinnacle of blue magery! Truly, you are everything I aspire to be.
P'yandih: I knew Azuro the Second wouldn't let us down!
Royse: So you're the ones who were screaming at the top of your lungs from start to finish? It's nice to know [Forename] has such enthusiastic followers.
Royse: Of course, no one was more pleased than me to see you triumph over Siegfried. The Celestium and its menagerie remain in my possession, and I'll sleep more easily knowing that Fyrgeiss won't be unleashing any voidsent just to clear out those blasted mines of his. You have my thanks.
Zirnberk: [Forename], you beat me fair and square. Even with all of that magitek, I was no match for you.
Fyrgeiss: Yes, I must commend you on a fine victory. What is more, you have opened my eyes to the potential of blue magic.
Fyrgeiss: I know better than anyone how fierce a fighter my son is, yet you had an answer for his every move. Your defenses, nigh on impenetrable. Your barrage of attacks, overwhelming. And on the few occasions that his blows struck true, your healing arts swiftly mended the wounds.
Martyn: So, the Blue Mages' Guild has gained your seal of approval, so to speak?
Fyrgeiss: More or less. While [Forename] here easily surpasses my expectations, and you possess no small amount of ability yourself, I have yet to assess the suitability of the guild as a whole. I shall hire you and your mages on a per-job basis, and have you fulfill whatever roles are deemed necessary.
Martyn: You will not regret this! I shall handpick our very best according to your requirements, all for a reasonable price!
Nutiba Buntiba: I assume you shall refrain from taking more than your fair share.
Martyn: Well, part of the payment'll go to the runnin' costs of the guild. Besides, I think I'm entitled to a bit of a finder's fee, all things considered. You can't expect the guildmaster to live on table scraps!
Royse: Ha ha... I shouldn't laugh, really. He has actually been surviving on scraps for a while now. Perhaps I should pay him a bit more... Ah yes, there was one thing I wanted to say. I apologize for speaking out of turn at Copperbell Mines, Master Fyrgeiss.
Fyrgeiss: No, you had every right to be angry. And when you suggested that the other members of the Syndicate thought of me as second-rate, it struck a nerve, because deep down, I knew it was true.
Fyrgeiss: In the events following Teledji Adeledji's death, Lolorito's influence has been growing steadily, while Godbert's Gold Saucer continues to make gil hand over fist. As for Prioress Dewlala, being head of the Order of Nald'thal means her position will always be secure.
Fyrgeiss: I, on the other hand, have been desperately searching for a means to reassert myself within the Syndicate. It is fair to say that perhaps the success I had attained in my youth led to complacency.
Fyrgeiss: Royse, you remind me of myself when I was your age. I traversed the length and breadth of Thanalan, doing whatever it took to fill Amajina & Sons' coffers. I once had that same drive, the same desire to innovate that I see in you.
Fyrgeiss: From now on, rather than using my wealth to bully others into relinquishing control of what is theirs, I shall strive to create something from the ground up. To explore new frontiers.
Fyrgeiss: And it seems there is no better time to begin than right now. After all, I am not getting any younger! I bid you all good day.
P'yandih: Speaking of exploring frontiers, that's exactly what Nutiba and I should be doing! Who knows, we might even discover new blue magic that even the guildmaster's never seen!
Royse: No doubt they're feeling inspired after seeing the exploits of Azuro the Second. My audiences will be eager to see more of you, too, so the doors of the Celestium are always open should you be available to put on a show!
Martyn: Aaand once again, I'm left feelin' about as useful as teats on a bull. I reckon it's time I packed it all in...
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Maybe Martyn tired of living in [Forename]'s shadow?
-optional end

===Speak with Martyn===
-cutscene start
Martyn: [Forename], there's no point denyin' it any longer: you've well and truly surpassed me. You've mastered everything I've mastered. Triumphed where I've miserably failed. I've enjoyed my moment in the limelight, but I know when it's time to bow out.
Martyn: The day has come for me to hang up my cloak and little eye mask thingy.
Question: What will you say?
> No Martyn! The show must go on!
Martyn: It's no use, [Forename]. My mind's made up! It's better for me to quit while I'm ahead. Ah... I mean, quit before things get any worse!
> Well, it was nice knowing you!
Martyn: What!? That's it? Bloody hells, you could at least ''pretend'' to stop me!
---
Martyn: But enough of this. This is really it, mate. It's curtains for the Great Azuro.
Martyn: But hark!
Martyn: From the ashes rises Azuro the Third, the intrepid founder of the Blue Mages' Guild!
Martyn: So, what do you think? I'll tell everyone the Great Azuro was just lookin' after it until Azuro the Third returned from...somewhere. I'll think of that later. And that's not all! He'll also be the new star attraction of the Masked Carnivale, givin' me a chance to start afresh there, too!
Martyn: 'Course, I'll be carryin' on my research into new blue mage strategies and whatnot, and maybe even make my own army like Fyrgeiss did! Hmm... Might be a few gil in that. Anyway, I'll still need you to help out with the log, so come by the guild whenever you find the time!
-quest complete
System: In order to undertake the next blue mage quest, you must first meet the following requirements:
System: ※You must have completed the main scenario quest “Emissary of the Dawn.”
System:Once you have done so, the next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn.
-cutscene end

</nowiki>}}

Blue Scream of Death

2026-04-18T03:42:43Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue Scream of Death
| description = [[Martyn]] is unnervingly chipper for someone about to be attacked by a very large man with a very large sword.
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Excitable Spectator; Fyrgeiss; Genevieve; Imposing Gladiator; Maudlin Latool Ja; Royse; Zirnberk
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 60
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Frog Legs}}
| req-items =
| exp = 25000
| gil = 810
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Blue in the Face
| next-quest = Blue Cheese (Quest)
| patch = 5.15
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69272
| id-edb = 51d8fd972e0
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Frog Legs}} is available via:
{{#lsth:Frog Legs|[[Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide|Acquisition]]}}
==Steps==
*Gather information at [[the Coliseum]].
*Speak with [[Royse]].
*Speak with [[Martyn]].

==Unlocks==
[[Blue Mage Log]]

==Journal==
*Martyn is unnervingly chipper for someone about to be attacked by a very large man with a very large sword.

*Despite the upcoming match against Siegfried looming over him, Martyn seems to be in high spirits. Having avoided any major catastrophes, it appears that there is no need for you to act as his replacement after all, and your mentor claims to be in top form. Since there is still time remaining before he is due to appear in the arena, he takes the opportunity to attend to some outstanding matters, leaving you to wait for him at the Blue Mages' Guild. When Royse arrives to check up on Martyn, she is livid but not entirely surprised that he should suddenly disappear so close to the battle, though as Latool Ja points out, he may have gone to gather information on his opponent. Since Siegfried is a renowned gladiator at the Coliseum, it stands to reason that Martyn would have headed there to make his inquiries.

*After quizzing some of the spectators and combatants at the Coliseum, you and Royse discover that Martyn had in fact made his way here. Though much of what you hear is largely irrelevant, you are able to glean some semblance of useful information. It would appear that he was hoping to uncover whether Siegfried possesses any weaknesses he may be able to exploit, which is an uncharacteristically methodical approach for someone known for never being adequately prepared for anything.

*You return to Royse to share your findings, and it is not long before Martyn himself finally shows up, claiming that he was merely seeking to gain the upper hand in the bout with Siegfried. Satisfied that he has discovered a strategy by which he may vanquish the formidable gladiator, he leads the way to the Celestium.

:The crowd erupts as Martyn steps into the arena dressed as the Great Azuro, while Siegfried emerges equipped in a suit of Garlean magitek, with an impossibly large greatsword in one hand and an enormous firearm in the other. Martyn displays his unique brand of unfounded optimism despite having no idea of Siegfried's true capabilities, and opens the match with an impressive array of blue magic spells. His hulking opponent is unable to withstand the assault, and it appears that the Great Azuro has secured a flawless victory.

:However, before the winner can be announced, Martyn comes to the realization that Siegfried is standing right behind him, while the fallen foe on the other side of the arena vanishes in a puff of smoke. The tables having been turned in a heartbeat, Siegfried blasts Martyn at point-blank range with his firearm, only for the blue mage to repel the attack with Mighty Guard. A barrage of cannon fire rains down on the barrier until Martyn can maintain it no longer, and he crumples to the sand. The gladiator draws closer and aims his firearm at his hapless foe, offering an opportunity to surrender, but Martyn seizes the opening and makes a last-ditch attack with Self-destruct.

:Every spectator in the Celestium is struck silent, and when the smoke finally clears, Martyn is lying motionless, while Siegfried remains on his feet, seemingly none the worse for wear. He admits that he was only saved by his armor and appeals to Fyrgeiss to allow a rematch. Since his original opponent is unlikely to be fit to appear in the arena any time soon─and may even be dead, as nobody has bothered to check whether he is still breathing─you are chosen as his replacement to defend the reputation of the Blue Mages' Guild and to keep the Celestium under Royse's ownership.

*Now that the dust has settled, it seems that Martyn has escaped relatively unscathed, though the fate of the Celestium now rests on your shoulders. Doubt has been cast on Martyn's claims that blue mages can adapt to any situation, and he feels it necessary to discard the research materials he has compiled and start afresh. He asks that you lead a party comprised entirely of blue mages and test the effectiveness of various strategies, which may also serve as means to prepare for the confrontation with Siegfried.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn after completing stage 30 of the Masked Carnivale.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: This time, Martyn make big wager. But Latool Ja think it strange that Martyn can gamble with the Masked Carnivale. It belong to Royse, no? Why she allow this Latool Ja not understand.
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: Mastered Frog Legs, have you? Jolly good.
Martyn: But luckily for you, I'm in tip-top shape, so you won't be standin' in for me after all. Finally, that Siegfried bastard's gonna get what's comin' to him for challengin' the Great Azuro!
Martyn: I haven't got long until the match, but I've got one or two things to take care of before I step into the arena. Don't worry, I'll be steerin' clear of dragon peppers and the like!
-quest accepted
-cutscene start
Royse: Darlings! Wait, where's Martyn?
Royse: "Things to take care of“!? I'm at my wit's end as it is, and him disappearing all of a sudden is not bloody helping. Gods, I've never met anyone so infuriating! We'd better find him, and quickly.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja think Martyn looking for information on Siegfried. Martyn was muttering “Fail to prepare is prepare to fail,” or something. Heard it from Nutiba, it seems.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Maybe he went to Coliseum? Siegfried very famous there.
Royse: But the match will be starting soon! Why has he waited until now? Finding out about his opponent should've been the very first thing he did, not the last!
Royse: Not to mention that if he doesn't get back here in time, he'll have to forfeit the match! All right, let's head to the Coliseum and ask if anyone's seen him.
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Usually, Martyn never prepare for anything, so this big improvement for him!
Royse: I doubt that Martyn wants anyone to know that the Great Azuro is seeking information on Siegfried, so he probably changed out of his costume. In other words, there's no use asking if they've seen a man in a blue hat and cape.
-optional end
===Gather information at the Coliseum===
Genevieve: A man asking about Siegfried? Why yes, as a matter of fact, a rather slovenly fellow was making inquiries of that nature, if you must know.
Genevieve: And might I add, I am extremely disappointed that one of the Coliseum's most respected gladiators would stoop so low as to appear in that ridiculous circus they hold at the Celestium these days. Has he no shame?
Imposing Gladiator: Yes, he was here. Kept pestering me with questions about Siegfried. Wanted to know what techniques he uses, and whether he has any weaknesses.
Imposing Gladiator: It was plain he wanted to find out how Siegfried could be beaten. So I gave it to him straight and told him that he ''couldn't'' be beaten. Not in the Coliseum, and not in the Celestium neither.
Excitable Spectator: Yes, yes, he was here a few moments ago. It seems everyone's talking about Siegfried!
Excitable Spectator: Ah! His match with the Great Azuro is about to begin! Oh gods, I hope I make it in time!

-optional start
Genevieve: A ridiculous circus, is what that dreadful Masked Carnivale is─a mockery of honorable combat! Why, were my beloved Franz ever to make an appearance there, I...might be persuaded to temporarily lower my standards and visit the Celestium...
Imposing Gladiator: From the way he was asking, you'd think he was planning to fight Siegfried himself. Hmph! Skinny runt like him would end up being split right down the middle.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse===
-cutscene start
Royse: So, it's as Latool Ja predicted. He really was here after all.
Martyn: [Forename]? Royse? What brings you here?
Royse: I should ask you the same thing!
Royse: You're supposed to be at the Celestium, in costume, so what the hells do you think you're playing at!?
Martyn: All right, love, keep your hair on! I'm only askin' about my opponent, is all. I'm in the middle of “failing to prepare”! No wait, that's not right...
Martyn: Anyway, it's as I thought. That ploddin' goobbue only knows how to attack from close quarters, so all I have to do is bombard him with my best spells before he has a chance to get near me! What could possibly go wrong?
Martyn: Now, the time has come for Siegfried to taste my wrath! To the Celestium!
-cutscene end
-cutscene start
Celestium Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! The contest you've all been waiting for is about to begin!
Celestium Announcer: Master of knowledge beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, and wielder of arcane magicks as unfathomable as the deepest ocean... The indomitable keeper of the blue has come!
Celestium Announcer: >> The Great Azuuuroooooo! <<
Celestium Announcer: Introducing his opponent, stepping straight from the pages of myth, the peerless swordsman and champion of the Coliseum...
Celestium Announcer: >> Sieeegfrrrieeed! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> I can't believe my eyes, ladies and gentlemen! I've never seen such a drastic transformation! <<
Fyrgeiss: As we all know, the Great Azuro is fond of his little tricks, so Siegfried decided to prepare a few of his own.
Fyrgeiss: At Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern, we research various technologies, including Garlean magitek, and have restored several armaments salvaged from the battlefield.
Royse: Magitek!? >> I don't remember any stories about Siegfried wearing Garlean armor and carrying a hand cannon! <<
Martyn: Fear not! It will take more than some hurriedly cobbled-together potlids and a child's popoto launcher to best the Great Azuro!
Martyn: But enough talk. Have at you!
Martyn: >> Know your folly, Siegfried! <<
Martyn: <pant> <pant> You never stood a chance against the Great Azuro!
Celestium Announcer: >> The Great Azuro repels Siegfried's surprise attack in the nick of time! <<
Martyn: I shall never succumb to a shameless cheat like you!
Celestium Announcer: >> Such determination! This match is not over yet! <<
Siegfried: Impressive, but the time has come for you to admit defeat.
Martyn: Never!
Martyn: >> I'm taking you down with me! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> Incredible! Even after the Great Azuro's reckless final attack, the challenger is still standing! Victory goes to Siegfried! <<
Siegfried: Such power... It was only this magitek armor that saved me. Without it, I would have been blown to pieces.
Siegfried: Father, for the sake of my honor, I demand a rematch!
Fyrgeiss: Hm... If that is what you desire...though it would appear the poor fool is in sore need of an infirmary bed. Or perhaps a coffin...
Siegfried: If the Great Azuro is in no fit state to fight, then I have no option but to request a replacement.
Siegfried: Azuro the Second, I challenge you!
Celestium Announcer: >> Good gods almighty! I can scarcely imagine what the next match holds in store! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> With the Great Azuro lying broken and defeated, it falls to his gifted protégé to avenge him! <<
-cutscene end
-optional start
Royse: Siegfried's conscience got the better of him, though I don't imagine Fyrgeiss will be too thrilled.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Poor Martyn. It all going so well until Martyn decide to blow himself up.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Royse... I'm so sorry.
Martyn: To be honest, after he broke through my Mighty Guard, I knew he had me beaten. The best I could hope for was to force a draw, and we all know how that went.
Martyn: And a fat lot of good all my checkin' beforehand did. If I'd known he'd come dressed in magitek, wavin' a soddin' ''cannon'', I'd have... Well, I dunno. Not much I could've done, I suppose.
Royse: You shouldn't be so hard on yourself, Martyn. It really was an incredible match, and you very nearly beat him.
Royse: In any case, the wager to decide ownership of the Celestium is still on.
Royse: It's all down to you now, [Forename]. Siegfried's as strong as an aurochs, cunning as a fox, and slippery as an eel, so you'll need to keep your wits about you.
Question: What will you say?
> Siegfrid is choir boy compared to me. A choir boy!
Royse: Well, well! You certainly sound confident!
> So once again, it falls to me to settle Martyn's disputes.
Royse: Yes, although I hope that, one day, Martyn's abilities will catch up with that mouth of his. No offense, dear.
> ...
Royse: So, you'd prefer to let your skills do the talking, is that it? Perhaps Martyn could stand to learn a thing or two from you.
---
Royse: Well, well! You certainly sound confident!
Royse: Anyway, there is still time to prepare, so make sure you have everything in order before your showdown with Siegfried. I wish you luck.
Martyn: Gods, I've made a right mess of all this. Blue magic “perfect for every occasion”? No one's gonna believe that now... I might as well throw all my research down the privy.
Martyn: Unless you're willin' to help me out? If you went explorin' with a few other blue mages, I'd be able to compile the information into a log of some sort, which I can use to help plan new strategies.
Martyn: I've added a few pages to the back of your blue magic spellbook to help keep track of everythin'. Each time you make it out of one of those places alive, you'll get a reward.
Martyn: We've even got special blue mage gear to trade for any you've collected. Best of all, every item is endorsed by yours truly.
Martyn: Thal's balls! What am I talkin' about that for? There'll be plenty of time for that after you've beaten Siegfried!
Martyn: Now go, Azuro the Second! Avenge your master and restore honor to the Blue Mages' Guild!
-quest complete
''Blue Mage Log Unlocked''
System: New stages have been added to the Masked Carnivale, and can be accessed by speaking with the Celestium attendant.
System:In addition, the blue mage log can now be accessed via the blue magic spellbook.
System: By speaking with Latool Ja, you can trade Allied Seals for various items, some of which may prove useful in your adventures.
-cutscene end

</nowiki>}}

Blue in the Face

2026-04-18T03:27:36Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue in the Face
| description = [[Martyn]] is desperately trying to take his mind off of the impending match with [[Siegfried]].
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Fyrgeiss; Maudlin Latool Ja; Nutiba Buntiba; P'yandih; Royse; Zirnberk
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 58
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Exuviation}}
| req-items =
| exp = 13260
| gil = 1176
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Bolt from the Blue
| next-quest = Blue Scream of Death
| patch = 5.15
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69271
| id-edb = 1edc59a0cc9
}}
==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Exuviation}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Exuviation}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]] in [[Horizon]].
*Speak with Martyn.
*Survey the designated location and defeat any voidsent that appear.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn is desperately trying to take his mind off of the impending match with Siegfried.

*Martyn, in spite of his upcoming match with a Coliseum gladiator, has instead thrown himself into researching the applications of blue magic. He is particularly interested to know how well the spells he has mastered will keep a party of blue mages fighting fit while exploring dangerous locations, such as Copperbell Mines, which he plans to visit. A recent increase in hecatoncheir activity has made the mineral excavation site too hazardous for the workers to enter, and Martyn aims to quell the uprising, test his theories, and train P'yandih and Nutiba Buntiba, all in one fell swoop. His two young apprentices have been told to wait for you in the nearby settlement of Horizon, with the mines a short distance away.

*In Horizon, P'yandih explains that she has already visited Copperbell Mines on several occasions. Nutiba Buntiba, on the other hand, lacks her experience, but has made efforts to study the layout of the tunnels. Martyn, meanwhile, has next to no knowledge of the mines, having never been there himself and neglecting to gather any information beforehand. However, Nutiba's motto of “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,” seems to have struck a chord with him. Martyn leads the party across the plains of western Thanalan to the site of the proposed hecatoncheir hunt.

*To the surprise of all, the first opponent to greet the party is not a hecatoncheir, but a winged voidsent. Martyn and his two students have already slain the beast by the time you arrive, and since you were too late to join the battle, you are nominated to search the area for a similar creature that has escaped them and poses a threat to the people of Horizon.

*You soon discover the voidsent hovering ominously a short distance from the mine, and despite its determination to rip you into bite-sized meaty chunks, it finally succumbs to your blue magic. You return to report the outcome of your battle to Martyn and the others, who are still attempting to unravel the mystery of what exactly has occurred here.

*Martyn comes to the realization that the voidsent are identical to those used in the Masked Carnivale, and the question as to how this could have happened is soon answered when Fyrgeiss and his son Zirnberk burst forth from the mine. They had released voidsent into the tunnels as a means of eradicating the hecatoncheires that had invaded Copperbell Mines, a task which would normally fall to the Stone Torches. Having learned of Fyrgeiss's whereabouts from his underlings, Royse arrives on the scene to berate him for taking the voidsent from the Celestium's menagerie. He responds by claiming that his recent investment gives him the right to use the creatures as he pleases. Royse emphasizes that in spite of the financial backing she has received, her position remains unchanged, sparking a vitriolic exchange between her and Fyrgeiss. Martyn interjects to suggest that rather than using voidsent, Amajina & Sons could instead hire the Blue Mages' Guild to protect their property. When this proposal is cruelly thrown back in his face, he quickly changes tack by offering a wager based on the outcome of his match with Zirnberk. In the event that he loses, control of the Celestium would pass to Fyrgeiss, and the use of voidsent as living weapons would be allowed to continue. Should Martyn win the contest, Royse would remain as owner and the Blue Mages' Guild would enter the employ of Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern. Though Royse is aghast at the idea of placing her livelihood in Martyn's less-than-reliable hands, Fyrgeiss willingly accepts, assured that his son will emerge the victor. Having said more than enough for one day, your mentor decides against making the situation any worse than it already is by retiring to Ul'dah to prepare for his highly anticipated battle.

*Back at the Blue Mages' Guild, Martyn's bravado does little to set Royse's mind at ease, and it seems that she is all but resigned to losing the Celestium. Martyn's preparations for the fight seem to extend only to asking that you be ready to stand in for him, in the not-as-unlikely-as-one-might-think event that he would be prevented from participating. Being in the habit of asking you to learn specific blue magic spells, he instructs you to master Frog Legs. Strangely enough, this is a technique for drawing the enemy's attention, which is seldom an issue in the arena, though as Martyn points out, the day may soon arrive that you have a chance to use it, should the guild ever enter the employ of Amajina & Sons.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn upon reaching level 60 and learning Frog Legs.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn is powerful mage, it is true, but maybe Siegfried too strong for Martyn.
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Can Martyn beat Siegfried? Gaheel Ja not know, but this good chance to promote the guild!
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: You might be wonderin' why I'd ask you to learn Exuviation of all things.
Martyn: Well, it's all part of my research into the versatility of blue mages. You can use it to heal yourself, of course, but I want to see how effective that spell is in keepin' your friends alive and kickin'.
Martyn: In fact, I thought we'd take P'yandih and Nutiba out into the field to test a few of my theories. It'll be good trainin' for them, too. I've sent them ahead to Horizon, and from there we'll head to Copperbell Mines, where I hear hecatoncheires are causin' a spot of bother.
Martyn: An ongoin' problem, by all accounts. Sounds like the perfect chance to show off our teamwork. Not that we've ever worked as a team before, but this seems a good place to start!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja not sure about this plan. Nutiba and P'yandih probably think this just a training exercise, but hecatoncheires very dangerous!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Please, try to keep all three from harm. Maybe [Forename] act as healer, yes?
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn very irresponsible to take new recruits into hecatoncheir-infested mines. Latool Ja say even cave bats too strong for those novices.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Horizon===
Martyn: Where the bloody hells are they? Knowin' those two, they're probably gettin' fleeced by some swindler or another. Ahem.
-cutscene start
Martyn: Oh, look who it is! Finished sightseein', have we?
Nutiba Buntiba: Master [Forename]! Since last we met, my blue magic has come on leaps and bounds!
P'yandih: And thanks to our last lesson, I'm better at keeping my enemies on the back foot! Or tentacle. Well, whatever it might be.
Martyn: Oi! Don't go gettin' ahead of yourselves. You might have a few new spells and a bit more experience, but if you get complacent, those hecatoncheires'll be grindin' your bones before you can say “Flying Sardine”!
P'yandih: Hmph! I'm no stranger to Copperbell Mines, you know. Hecatoncheires don't scare me!
Nutiba Buntiba: As this is my first time exploring this particular location, I have been asking other adventurers for advice, checking the layout of the tunnels and so forth. “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,” is my motto! How about you, guildmaster?
Martyn: Well, I can't say I've been there myself, but when you're as proficient in the blue arts as I am, you can sort of...play it by ear, so to speak.
Martyn: Say, [Forename], you know anythin' about Copperbell Mines?
Question: What will you say?
> I've been there more times than you've had hot dinners.
Martyn: Maybe I should let you take the lead, then. Ha ha! Only joking! We all know who the leader is. Blue mages, with me!
> Every nook and cranny is indelibly etched into my memory.
Martyn: Maybe I should let you take the lead, then. Ha ha! Only joking! We all know who the leader is. Blue mages, with me!
> ...
Martyn: You're pullin' my leg, ain't you? So, the only one who knows nothin' about the place...is me? Hmph! I've never been the sort to let a complete lack of prior knowledge stop me from doin' anythin' before, and I ain't about to start now. Blue mages, with me!
---
-cutscene end
-optional start
Nutiba Buntiba: I wasn't expecting to be attacked before even setting foot in the mine, let alone by a...voidsent? I assume that's what it is. Was, rather.
P'yandih: I don't know what it is, but I'm glad it's dead. Wait. Did it just twitch, or am I imagining things?
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: We were waitin' for you to show up when this bloody horrible flyin' bastard came out of nowhere! Even though it caught us off guard, it was no match for the combined might of our blue magic!
Martyn: There was another one that went flappin' off somewhere, but we're too knackered to go after it. Seein' as you missed all the fun, I'm volunteerin' you to go and look for it. And be quick about it! All hells'll break loose if that thing reaches Horizon.
-optional start
Martyn: I need you to track down and kill that voidsent before it gets away!
P'yandih: It took all three of us to kill the first voidsent, and then you show up and take down one by yourself! Seems like we've got a lot to learn, including the guildmaster...
Nutiba Buntiba: Voidsent don't simply appear out of thin air. Someone or ''something'' must be behind this...
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Nicely done, mate. Now that I think of it, I've seen creatures like this before. They're used in the Masked Carnivale!
Martyn: Which raises the question: what are they doin' here?
Fyrgeiss@???: They went this way! Quickly!
Martyn: Fyrgeiss! And his son, Zirnfrieg...or was that Siegberk? Bah, whatever his bloody name is!
Fyrgeiss: Azuro? You and your little friends managed to slay the escaped voidsent? It seems you have spared our blushes.
Martyn: Sod all that, just tell us what's goin' on!
Royse@???: You heard him, Fyrgeiss!
Martyn: Royse as well? Bloody hells, they're all comin' out of the woodwork now.
Royse: I'm lucky your underlings are so loose-lipped, or I would never have tracked you down. You think you can make off with my voidsent and get away with it!? Investor or not, you've crossed the line.
Fyrgeiss: Now, now. I simply borrowed a couple in an attempt to quell the hecatoncheir uprising taking place on Concern property.
Fyrgeiss: I am sure you will be pleased to hear that your vodorigas proved to be most effective! Veritable living weapons! You see, the task seemed a waste of the Stone Torches' talents, and hiring adventurers can be awfully costly.
Fyrgeiss: As a matter of fact, I am considering deploying voidsent elsewhere to protect my interests from roaming beasts, Amalj'aa marauders, and the like, leaving my son and his men free to return to Ul'dah, where their talents could be put to better use.
Royse: So that's what this is all about. It was just a ploy to get your hands on my pit fiends, wasn't it? This is a breach of our agreement!
Fyrgeiss: Breach? With the vast amount I have invested into it, the Celestium is as good as mine.
Fyrgeiss: I have the right to run it in any way I please. Every last mammet, voidsent, and wild beast in that menagerie belongs to me now.
Royse: I allowed you to invest in the Celestium, not to buy it from under my nose!
Fyrgeiss: If you think I am the sort to stand back and wait for the coin to come trickling in, you are ''very'' much mistaken!
Royse: >> I didn't get where I am today by letting blustering fools with more gil than sense push me around. The Celestium is mine, you hear me!? <<
Fyrgeiss: >> Watch your mouth, you second-rate hack! <<
Royse: >> Oh, is that so? Maybe I should ask your friends at the Syndicate who they think is second-rate? <<
Fyrgeiss: >> I'll drive you out of Ul'dah─nay, Eorzea! Everything you own will be mine! Mine! <<
Martyn: Might I make a suggestion? If you're looking for a substitute for the Stone Torches, perhaps the Blue Mages' Guild is a more...manageable alternative to rampaging beasts.
Martyn: Each of our mages comes fully equipped with a comprehensive selection of offensive, defensive, and healing spells, perfect for every occasion.
Fyrgeiss: Every occasion? Come now, we all know that he who embraces too much has a weak grasp. I have no need of pathetic jesters in silly costumes.
Martyn: Oi, watch it, grandad! We'll see who's pathetic when I put your boy on his arse!
Martyn: In fact, it seems to me that we could settle this whole dispute with a friendly wager.
Martyn: If I lose, the Celestium goes to you, includin' the whole menagerie. You can use all of those voidsent, along with the rest of the pit fiends, however you like.
Martyn: But if I win, the Celestium stays with Royse. You'll give up any thought of usin' voidsent and employ the Blue Mages' Guild to defend your property instead.
Royse: You bloody idiot! What do you think you're doing!?
Fyrgeiss: You have spirit, I'll give you that. Very well, I accept.
Zirnberk: I cannot decide which I am looking forward to most; adding the Celestium to my family's ever-growing collection of businesses, or utterly humiliating you in front of your beloved audience. I will see you in the arena, clown.
Martyn: Now that's settled, we might as well get goin'. Thanks to the voidsent, it looks like we won't be huntin' hecatoncheires after all.
Martyn: Nutiba, P'yandih, I don't think I'll be able to give any more lessons until after my match, so perhaps you should go and learn some new spells or somethin'. [Forename] and I will head back to the guild
-cutscene end
-optional start
Zirnberk: You must be Azuro the Second, yes? I daresay you are a lot more capable than that cretin you insist on following around.
Fyrgeiss: That blue-garbed friend of yours certainly has a big mouth when it suits him. His little outburst will cost Royse dearly, you mark my words.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja hear what happened. No wonder Royse look so distraught.
Royse: <sigh> I can't believe this...
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
Martyn: Ha! Nothin' like raisin' the stakes to make a fight more interestin', wouldn't you say?
Royse: As much as the very idea of it brings bile to the back of my mouth, the future of the Celestium is in your hands, Martyn. If you lose to Siegfried, I'll throw you to the behemoths!
Martyn: Fear not! I, the Great Azuro, swear to defend your arena with my very life!
Martyn: Like I have a bloody choice... This is another fine mess I've talked myself into. Anyway, like I said before, I'll need you to be ready to stand in for me, on the off chance I eat some dodgy dragon peppers or somethin' and am “unavoidably detained,” if you catch my meanin'.
Martyn: Oh, and there's one more spell I want you to learn. It's called Frog Legs, and while it might not be all that useful in the arena, you'll be able to put it to use once we're gettin' paid to protect Amajina & Sons' mines.
Martyn: As Azuro the Second, I'm expectin' great things from you. Now go, make your guildmaster proud!
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Bolt from the Blue

2026-04-18T03:10:07Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Bolt from the Blue
| description = [[Martyn]] has his pearls of wisdom at the ready.
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Fyrgeiss; Gregarious Goldsmith; Grizzled Adventurer; Maudlin Latool Ja; Royse; Studious Thaumaturge; Zirnberk
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 55
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Whistle}}
| req-items =
| exp = 12675
| gil = 855
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Something Borrowed, Something Blue
| next-quest = Blue in the Face
| patch = 5.15
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69270
| id-edb = 95be649e504
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Whistle}} is available via:
{{dropped by|Whistle}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Royse]] at the [[Goldsmiths' Guild]].
*Speak with Royse at the [[Thaumaturges' Guild]].
*Speak with Royse at [[the Quicksand]].
*Speak with [[Martyn]].
*Speak with Martyn again.

==Journal==
*Martyn has his pearls of wisdom at the ready.

*Martyn's plans to take you and two of his students on a training exercise are scuppered by the unannounced arrival of Royse and Fyrgeiss. The Celestium's owner is taking her newfound investor on a tour of Ul'dah to show him what goes on behind the scenes of the Masked Carnivale. Despite Martyn and his blue magic playing a major role in the shows held at the arena, Fyrgeiss is more interested in the methods used to collect and maintain the extensive menagerie of opponents. Royse invites you to join them as she introduces her benefactor to the various parties involved, while Martyn sets about preparing a demonstration to showcase the prowess of the Blue Mages' Guild, with an eye to secure investment from Fyrgeiss.

*The first stop on Royse's tour is the Goldsmiths' Guild, and Fyrgeiss is informed of their provision of several types of mechanical foes, including combat-ready mammets and floating Allagan nodes. Visibly impressed, the wealthy Syndicate member is keen to learn what other types of creatures the Celestium has in its collection as Royse leads the way to the Thaumaturges' Guild.

*Fyrgeiss is informed that voidsent summoned through arcane experiments are regularly delivered into the Celestium's keeping. Royse assures him that the necessary measures are in place to prevent their escape and that even the Coliseum─of which Fyrgeiss is a keen supporter─has been known to use voidsent itself. His concerns regarding their safe handling now well and truly allayed, he follows Royse to the Adventurers' Guild.

*Royse reveals that most of the Celestium's beasts are actually captured by members of the various Adventurers' Guilds as part of an ongoing agreement. Fyrgeiss admits that the selection of beasts used in the Masked Carnivale far surpasses that of the Coliseum, and spontaneously decides to increase the amount that he will invest in Royse's arena. Meanwhile, Martyn should have had enough time to prepare his demonstration, so the three of you return to the Blue Mages' Guild.

*Martyn is all set to exhibit his vast array of spells when Fyrgeiss suddenly announces that he has a prior engagement, at the Celestium of all places. He explains that a gladiator under his patronage is due to perform there and invites you all to view the match with him. Entering the arena, you are greeted by the sight of an armor-clad contestant known as Siegfried triumphing over Ultros, a relatively recent addition to the Masked Carnivale. Rather than sheathing his sword, he turns to point it straight at Martyn, the gesture clearly meant as a challenge to his alter ego, the Great Azuro.

*Outside the Celestium, Fyrgeiss appears with Siegfried by his side, who is none other than his eldest son Zirnberk, commander of the Stone Torches. The match between Siegfried and the Great Azuro was arranged as a means of attracting potential recruits to Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern's private army. Fyrgeiss then reveals that he was only interested in blue magic as a means by which to illustrate the superiority of his son's gladiatorial fighting arts over more showy and extravagant styles. Once the father and son have departed, Martyn runs the gamut of emotions from anger to exasperation, and finally, false bravado when he vows to wipe the floor with his hulking opponent. Royse sees an opportunity for Martyn to save face─primarily her own─by triumphing over Zirnberk, and suggests that he prepare accordingly. Soon after she has left, Martyn confides in you his apprehensions towards the match, and that he would rather divert his energies into his duties as guildmaster in the time remaining before the fateful day. He asks that you arm yourself with the Exuviation spell, a powerful healing spell, possibly due to his fear that circumstances may force you to take his place in the ring, as was the case in the encounter with Whastrach.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn upon reaching level 58 and learning Exuviation.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn always thinking about money, but why he so poor? He only ever buy cheap food, cheap clothes, cheap everything. Where his Masked Carnivale money going?
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Let's make our way to─
Royse@???: Darlings! Just the mages I was looking for.
Royse: I have the pleasure of giving Master Fyrgeiss a guided tour of the Celestium and our facilities. Perhaps you would be so kind as to join us? If you are not otherwise engaged, that is.
Martyn: Busy? Not at all! Why, [Forename] and I are free as proverbial birds, aren't we?
Martyn: I only ask that you allow me a few moments to prepare the Blue Mages' Guild for Master Fyrgeiss. After all, it's not every day that we welcome such esteemed guests.
Fyrgeiss: Actually, it is the Celestium's pit fiends that I am most interested in. Where they are kept, how they are captured, and so forth.
Royse: As you wish. I shall introduce you to the Celestium's associates.
Martyn: A-And after that, I can explain the vital role of the Blue Mages' Guild.
Royse: On second thought, perhaps just one of you will suffice. [Forename], why don't you come with us? It would be a wonderful opportunity for you to see what goes on behind the scenes to maintain our menagerie.
Martyn: As I am already familiar with the inner workings of the Masked Carnivale, I shall use this time to prepare a spectacular exhibition of blue magic mastery especially for Master Fyrgeiss!
Royse: Without any ''further'' ado, please allow me to lead the way to the Goldsmiths' Guild.
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Spectacular exhibition? It sound like shows we performed when Martyn was traveling salesman. Maybe Latool Ja should practice. “We feast on your flesh, smoothskins!”
Fyrgeiss: The Goldsmiths' Guild... Not the first organization that springs to one's mind when thinking of the upkeep of dangerous beasts.
Gregarious Goldsmith: Why yes, Mistress Royse of the Celestium is one of our most generous clients.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse at the Goldsmiths' Guild===
Royse: The Goldsmiths' Guild provides many of the mechanical combatants that appear in the Masked Carnivale, such as arena vikings and various other automata.
Gregarious Goldsmith: Ever since the Celestium first began placing orders for mammets, our artisans have been racing to keep up with demand.
Gregarious Goldsmith: Most of them are constructed according to Sharlayan designs, and even the more simplistic configurations are remarkably complex.
Gregarious Goldsmith: Nevertheless, we have endeavored to improve on the currently available models with a range of combatants─as per Mistress Royse's instructions─that are guaranteed to send all but the most battle-hardened contestants running to their mothers!
Gregarious Goldsmith: Naturally, the mammets must be kept in good repair, which can be somewhat costly. However, we strive to have as many parts as possible forged here in Ul'dah, to reduce maintenance fees.
Royse: The Goldsmiths' Guild also negotiated the purchase of several Allagan relics from the Sons of Saint Coinach, including the gladiatorial and bestial nodes that appear in the Masked Carnivale.
Fyrgeiss: Sharlayan ''and'' Allagan technology, eh? Fascinating!
Royse: I am sure you will be equally impressed by what I have to show you at the Thaumaturges' Guild. This way, please.
-optional start
Gregarious Goldsmith: Goodness me! You are Azuro the Second, are you not? I must say, I am quite a fan of yours. I have always found you to be much more entertaining than that Great Azuro chap!
Fyrgeiss: What could the Celestium possibly want with the Thaumaturges' Guild? Could it be that─ No, surely not.
Studious Thaumaturge: If you wish to peruse one of our tomes, you need only ask. Though why these shelves must be so high when we are staffed almost entirely by Lalafells is beyond me...
-optional end
===Speak with Royse at the Thaumaturges' Guild===
Royse: It is no secret that the Thaumaturges' Guild regularly summons a variety of voidsent as part of their experiments, which we at the Celestium put to good use.
Studious Thaumaturge: Under normal circumstances, we would not permit that such hellish creatures be allowed to leave the confines of the guild, but in Mistress Royse's case, we are willing to make an exception. Several exceptions, in fact, and continue to do so.
Studious Thaumaturge: Once a voidsent has...served its purpose, we must either dispose of the creature or send it back through the voidgate.
Studious Thaumaturge: The Celestium, however, possesses the means by which to contain them, such as magicked cages, shackles, and members of staff sufficiently trained in the dark arts.
Studious Thaumaturge: In addition, the transfer of voidsent to the Celestium's facilities is carried out under the supervision of the Order, to prevent any...mishaps.
Fyrgeiss: Jolly good. I see that the proper steps have been taken to ensure the safety of the audience, not to mention Ul'dah at large. It would seem that I have little cause for concern.
Royse: As a matter of fact, Ultros and Typhon, who are said to be the result of the experiments carried out by the guild, have both appeared in the Coliseum and are now part of the Masked Carnivale. For slavering spawn of the netherworld, they are remarkably cooperative.
Royse: However, most of the Celestium's beasts have far more earthly origins, though they are no less deadly for it. A brief visit to the Quicksand─the last stop on our tour─will reveal how we go about acquiring such creatures.
-optional start
Studious Thaumaturge: Our current arrangement with the Celestium provides them with a range of voidsent, all the way from low-ranking bombs and flans to those from the higher rungs of the hierarchy, such as Carmilla and Tikbalang.
Grizzled Adventurer: You're an adventurer as well, ain't ya? I got an eye for these things, ya see.
Fyrgeiss: I would not have expected that the Celestium would be in collaboration with the Adventurers' Guild.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse at the Quicksand===
Royse: Our contracts with the various branches of the Adventurers' Guild ensure a steady supply of battle-ready beasts from a wide range of locations.
Grizzled Adventurer: Ye think killin' a wild behemoth is tricky? Try ''not'' killin' it, trussin' it up, and draggin' the bloody thing all the way back to Ul'dah!
Grizzled Adventurer: Ah, this one here knows what I'm talkin' about. I bet you've done yer fair share of that. Tyin' 'em up with rope, chuckin' 'em in sacks, that sort of thing.
Grizzled Adventurer: It's hard work, to be sure, but the coin's all right.
Royse: We only use the very best adventurers, and in the event of any accidents... Well, we simply hire more to replace them.
Fyrgeiss: Ha ha! Excellent! No point risking your own staff, now is there? And might I say, I am ''very'' impressed indeed by the lengths you go to in order to thrill your audiences. Clearly, no expense has been spared!
Fyrgeiss: The Coliseum also has its own menagerie, but in terms of sheer variety, it pales in comparison to the Masked Carnivale. Yes...it seems that the Celestium is worth every gil I have agreed to invest. In fact, so overwhelmed am I by your professionalism, I am willing to increase the amount!
Royse: Master Fyrgeiss, your confidence in our operation will pay dividends, I assure you! Now, I believe that Martyn will have finished preparing for his demonstration, so that he may give a glimpse of the entertainment we can expect from the Great Azuro and his promising students.
-optional start
Grizzled Adventurer: Hang on, you're one of them blue mages, right? Did you buy a soul crystal off that bloke in the funny costume? Bugger that. I don't trust him as far as I could throw him.
Royse: I can only hope that he doesn't end up embarrassing me.
Fyrgeiss: Well? Is he going to begin or not?
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: Ladies and gentlemen! Thank you for your patience. You are about to bear witness to a spectacle the likes of which Ul'dah has never─
Fyrgeiss: Perhaps some other time, my dear fellow. One of the gladiators under my patronage is due to make his debut in the Masked Carnivale.
Fyrgeiss: Would you all care to accompany me? The contestant of whom I speak has achieved great success on the bloodsands, and I personally am rather proud of him. What say you, lad?
Martyn: It...would be my pleasure.
-cutscene start
Celestium Announcer: >> Incredible! Siegfried claims victory in his Masked Carnivale debut! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> This rising star of the Coliseum takes his name from the swashbuckling hero of myth, and as you can see, he certainly has the skills to match! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> What's this? Siegfried is issuing a challenge to the Great Azuro! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> Champions of the Celestium and the Coliseum are to go head-to-head in a clash that is sure to set the arena ablaze! Maybe even literally! <<
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Normally, Martyn only fights mindless beasts. Latool Ja thinks fighting people very different “kettle of fish,” as saying goes.
Royse: This is an unexpected turn of events, and a potentially very lucrative one at that. I couldn't have planned it better myself...
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn again===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Bloody hells. I only went to watch and I end up gettin' roped into a match with some sword-wavin' oaf who's tryin' to steal my audience... Just my soddin' luck.
Fyrgeiss: What a show that was! Though it would seem that the best is yet to come.
Fyrgeiss: Allow me to introduce the man behind the mask. I present to you the commander of the Stone Torches, my eldest son, Zirnberk!
Zirnberk: I am pleased to make your acquaintance.
Royse: If I may be so bold, might I inquire as to why one of the most decorated gladiators of the Coliseum would enter the Masked Carnivale?
Fyrgeiss: As I am sure you are aware, the Stone Torches serve as Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern's private security force, offering protection for our various mining and freight operations.
Fyrgeiss: The soldiers serve with pride and honor, yet the rather humdrum nature of constant guard duty makes it a less appealing prospect in comparison to working for the Brass Blades, whose reputation for bribe taking and extortion attracts many would-be sellswords in search of a quick gil.
Fyrgeiss: I am in need of fresh recruits, and the Masked Carnivale offers a unique opportunity to showcase the martial prowess of the Stone Torches' finest.
Fyrgeiss: Your showy fireworks make for good entertainment, and the coin of your devoted followers will be most welcome. Once they arrive to see your match with Zirnberk, he will demonstrate the superiority of the Stone Torches.
Fyrgeiss: Strapping young men and women will be flocking to join my army, while I rake in the gil from the ticket sales. What could be more perfect? Bwahahahaha!
Fyrgeiss: I have the popularity of your blue magic to thank for this opportunity, but beyond that, I have no interest in your parlor tricks. Nevertheless, I shall be taking a keen interest in your match with my son. Until next we meet...
Martyn: Thal's balls, this evenin' just gets better and better! To think I passed up the chance to train my apprentices for the sake of that smug, shite-eatin' windbag! I think I owe those two an apology.
Royse: That can wait! You need to keep your mind on the match. Who knows, you might even win! And then, Fyrgeiss will have to eat his words.
Martyn: "Might even win“? Why, the thought of losin' never crossed my mind! When I'm finished with that overmuscled aurochs, his own daddy won't recognize him!
Royse: I'd expect nothing less from the Great Azuro! Of course, I'll have to shuffle the schedule around to open up a slot for your fight with Siegfried. I need you to be in top form, so do whatever it is you blue mages do to prepare.
Martyn: Did you see the size of that Zirnberk bloke? I don't fancy gettin' on the wrong end of that sword of his. Hmm... I'm not sayin' it will, but if anythin' were to happen to me before the match, I'll need you to take my place, like that time with Whastrach.
Martyn: <sigh> I'm not lookin' forward to this one bit. Maybe I should try takin' my mind off of it by concentratin' on the guild, startin' with P'yandih and Nutiba's next lesson.
Martyn: I've got a few loose ends to tie up first, so why don't you go and learn Exuviation in the meantime? You never know when a decent healin' spell might prove useful.
Martyn: Now go, [Forename]!
-quest complete
-cutscene end
</nowiki>}}

Something Borrowed, Something Blue

2026-04-18T02:52:55Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Something Borrowed, Something Blue
| description = [[Martyn]] plans to teach [[Nutiba Buntiba]] and [[P'yandih]] a lesson.
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Maudlin Latool Ja; Nutiba Buntiba; P'yandih
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 53
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Northerlies}}
| req-items =
| exp = 12285
| gil = 848
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Into the Blue Again
| next-quest = Bolt from the Blue
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.15
| id-gt = 69269
| id-edb = ceddddbe759
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Northerlies}} is available via:
===Open World===
{{dropped by|Northerlies}}
*Level 60 [[Mirka]] - Rank A [[Elite Mark]] in [[Coerthas Western Highlands]]

===Duties===
*[[Yeti (Boss)|Yeti]] from [[Snowcloak]]

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]] in [[Hammerlea]].
*Speak with Martyn again and defeat the arena viking.
*Speak with Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn plans to teach Nutiba Buntiba and P'yandih a lesson.

*With Northerlies now part of your collection of spells, Martyn is eager to have you demonstrate the proper form and technique of a blue mage to P'yandih and Nutiba Buntiba. The two apprentices eagerly await your arrival in Hammerlea, where the lesson is to be held, though exactly what skills you are expected to impart has yet to be explained.

*Shortly after reaching Hammerlea, Martyn reveals that you will be engaging a mammet borrowed from the Celestium in combat, in order to show the students the practical applications of blue magic. Your self-proclaimed mentor gives you a moment to collect your thoughts before he activates the adorable yet deadly axe-wielding automaton.

*The arena viking's slow, deliberate swings prove no match for your swift and precise blue magic spells, and before long, the mammet lies motionless at your feet. Martyn, however, is visibly distraught by the sight of the expensive machine being rendered inoperable, since he will no doubt have to find the coin to pay for its repairs.

*Nutiba Buntiba and P'yandih observe that your nimble footwork and relentless barrage of attacks were the deciding factors in your victory, and it seems that a valuable lesson has been learned. With the demonstration having reached its conclusion, Martyn leads the way back to Ul'dah.

*At the Blue Mages' Guild, you learn that not only is Martyn charging his apprentices for his tuition, but that the demonstration that you provided actually set them back more than the usual amount. He claims that this is a means to an end, as their contributions are required for the day-to-day running of the guild. Perhaps in a somewhat hurried attempt to change the subject, he approaches the topic of the various roles that adventurers fulfill when forming groups to go exploring. Normally, the members divide their duties between offense, defense, and healing, whereas in the blue mage's case, it is possible for them to perform all of these duties simultaneously. In fact, there have been several reports of parties comprised entirely of blue mages meeting with considerable success on such quests. Martyn is keen to investigate this further, in the hopes he will be able to prove the effectiveness of his guild's members in real combat situations. In the meantime, he requests that you prepare for the next lesson with Nutiba Buntiba and P'yandih by mastering Whistle, a spell which he presumably already possesses himself.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn upon reaching level 55 and learning Whistle.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Blue Mage Guild still not have proper building to call home. When Martyn say “return to the guild,” he mean this street corner where we always stand. And “keep guild afloat” mean “put money in Martyn's pocket.”
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Martyn find many new spells. Now they written in your book. But reading book not enough. You must learn them for yourself!
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: Ah, that's the look of someone who's stared down a yeti or three! Now that you've mastered Northerlies, you're a step closer to reaching my level.
Martyn: And like I mentioned before, I want you to help me train a couple of fledglin' blue mages. Remember the pair who were practically beggin' you to teach them? It looks like they'll finally get their wish. I'll meet you over in Hammerlea.
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja thinks Martyn is letting power go to his head. Soon, it will be too big for his little blue hat!
Nutiba Buntiba: <gasp> If I'm dreaming, don't wake me!
P'yandih: I wouldn't miss this for the world!
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Hammerlea===
Martyn: Normally, gettin' these two to do any serious trainin' is a bloody uphill struggle, but as soon as I mentioned you'd be comin' along, they couldn't get here fast enough.
Martyn: I thought they should see some practical blue magic, away from all the showmanship of the Masked Carnivale, so I borrowed this arena viking for you to demonstrate a few spells. Go easy on it, though, eh? I've got to give it back, you see.
Martyn: Let me know when you're ready and I'll set it to “Lightly Maim.”
Martyn: Listen, you two! Don't spend the whole time gawpin', all starry-eyed like. Pay attention to which spells [Forename] uses and when!
-optional start
Nutiba Buntiba: May I say what an honor and a privilege it is to receive the tutelage of a true master of the blue arts!
P'yandih: We normally only get to see you from the cheap seats at the Celestium, so this is a real treat!
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn again and defeat the arena viking===
Martyn: Come on then, you bucket of bolts!
-optional start
P'yandih: You made that look easy!
Nutiba Buntiba: Astonishing! Astounding!
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: Ha ha! Just like I taught you! Ahem.
Nutiba Buntiba: Such fluid movements, and your footwork was a sight to behold!
P'yandih: It didn't stand a chance! You kept attacking and attacking until it was a smoking pile of scrap!
Martyn: Yes, very impressive. (We'll talk about this later, [Forename]...) I think that's ''more'' than enough for the time bein'. Back to Ul'dah, everyone!
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Was Martyn usual, humble self? By that I mean, “Was he acting like gods' gift to magic?”
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
Martyn: I sent Nutiba Buntiba and P'yandih off on a couple of errands for the guild, but they'll be here soon.
-cutscene start
Nutiba Buntiba: Gods be good! Those are not the fees that we agreed upon!
Martyn: Mammets and guest instructors don't come cheap, you know! And besides, a few extra gil will seem like small change once you're fully fledged blue mages. You won't regret this, I promise!
Martyn: That's more like it. If you follow the example set by [Forename] and myself, you'll be puttin' down ferocious beasts left, right, and center. Now, return to your training, my faithful apprentices!
Martyn: Bloody hells, what do they think I'm runnin' here? A charity!?
Question: What will you say?
> I didn't realize you charged for these "lessons" of yours.
Martyn: How else do you think I keep the guild afloat? And I'll have you know, the rates are perfectly reasonable, especially considerin' all the “unforeseen expenses.” You'll get your share, don't you worry.
> Shut up and give me my cut!
Martyn: Calm down, I haven't forgotten! Don't get your hopes up, though. The rates are nowhere near as steep as those two make them out to be. Just enough to keep the guild afloat.
---
Martyn: More importantly, somethin' else has come to my attention.
Martyn: My apprentices ain't the only ones who go off lookin' for enemies to test their skills on. As everyone knows, adventurers often band together and go delvin' into abandoned catacombs, haunted mansions and the like. They'll normally decide beforehand who does what, accordin' to their areas of expertise.
Martyn: One to lead the way and draw out the beasties, a couple more for general stabbin', burnin', and so on, and maybe someone to see to any mangled limbs and gapin' wounds. In other words, they all have a certain role to fill.
Martyn: But when I heard that groups of blue mages had been doin' just as well without specializin' in any particular role, I was thrilled to bits! Why? Because this can only mean one thing:
Martyn: Blue mages can do everrrythiiing!
Martyn: Attackin', defendin', healin'─you name it!
Martyn: 'Course, we knew that already, but I'd never thought about usin' blue magic outside of one-to-one combat. I've asked the guild members to write a report each time they go explorin' as a group, so I can formulate new strategies for workin' alongside others.
Martyn: Even P'yandih and Nutiba Buntiba might have somethin' interestin' to tell me next time we meet. Mind you, those two have taken to blue magic like cats...and popotoes to water. Not very well, in other words. That's why I'll be takin' them for more trainin', and I'd like you to join us.
Martyn: Until then, I want you to learn to Whistle! Not the “put your lips together and blow” sort, I mean the blue magic spell. Now go, my annoyingly capable apprentice!
-quest complete
-cutscene end
</nowiki>}}

Into the Blue Again

2026-04-18T02:42:06Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Into the Blue Again
| description = [[Martyn]] is putting on even more airs than usual.
| image = BLU ShB quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Fyrgeiss; Maudlin Latool Ja; Nutiba Buntiba; P'yandih; Royse
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 50
| req-quest = Litany of Peace
| req-items =
| requirements =
| exp = 11700
| gil = 686
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Turning Over a Blue Leaf
| next-quest = Something Borrowed, Something Blue
| patch = 5.15
| release = shadowbringers
| id-gt = 69268
| id-edb = f4c22380d70
}}

==Walkthrough==
[[Martyn]] can be found near the [[Miners' Guild]] [[Aethernet]] Shard.

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].
*Speak with [[Royse]].
*Speak with Martyn.

==Journal==
*Martyn is putting on even more airs than usual.

*You find Martyn dressed in his Great Azuro garb, somehow seeming to be even more pompous than the last time you met. He reveals that his recently established Blue Mages' Guild has been growing steadily. He has taken on a number of pupils, including Nutiba Buntiba and P'yandih, who arrive to interrupt your conversation. The pair make no secret of the fact that they admire you, as Azuro the Second, far more than their mentor and guildmaster, much to Martyn's chagrin. After he indignantly shoos them away, he remembers that he is due to appear in the Masked Carnivale in a few moments and invites you to come and see the Great Azuro perform for the crowd. Despite facing a gigantic kronprinz behemoth, Martyn dispatches his opponent in spectacular fashion, unleashing a volley of blue magic spells that you never knew he possessed.

*Meeting Martyn after the show, he explains that he learned his newfound techniques while traveling through Ishgard, though he also laments that his expanded repertoire has done little to boost the payment that he receives from the Celestium. He then explains that the owner, Royse, has requested that you and Martyn go with her to meet an acquaintance of hers, whose identity has yet to be revealed.

*Following some typically curt greetings, Royse makes her way into the Miners' Guild to announce your arrival. She soon reappears, now accompanied by Fyrgeiss, member of Ul'dah's Syndicate and chairman of Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern, who is not only unimaginably wealthy but a renowned lover of the Coliseum. He explains that he observed Martyn's most recent performance, and being an avid follower of arena combat, he found the blue magic on display to be both unique and highly entertaining, to the extent that he has agreed to provide funding for the Celestium. Rather than staying to discuss the finer details at length, he leaves the arrangements to his underlings, and once he is out of earshot, Royse explains that despite the Masked Carnivale's popularity, the increase in ticket sales is offset by the cost of keeping and feeding hordes of pit fiends with which to fight. It is rumored that Fyrgeiss aims to strengthen his position within the Syndicate by investing in new ventures, an opportunity which Royse pounced upon by inviting him to the Celestium. Naturally, this injection of gil is expected to be accompanied by even greater profits, which she plans to address with a host of additions to the roster, including more ferocious creatures for you and Martyn to battle. He, too, sees Fyrgeiss's involvement as a change in fortunes, and hopes to secure financial support for the Blue Mages' Guild.

*As Royse is planning to add yet more beasts to the Celestium's menagerie, Martyn thinks it best that the two of you prepare for the challenges that lie ahead. He recommends that you follow in his footsteps and acquire new blue magic spells, starting with Northerlies, which will give your foes a taste of icy Ishgardian winter, though this is something that you must first experience for yourself...
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn upon reaching level 53 and learning Northerlies.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Hello, mate! Been polishin' your skills, have you?
Martyn: I'll admit, I've had a fair bit on my plate recently, what with performin' at the Celestium and runnin' the Blue Mages' Guild.
Martyn: That's right, [Forename]─I've finally gone and opened up a guild! How could I not, given all the demand? Folk have been fairly climbin' over each other to sign up and get their mitts on my soul crystals. You've probably seen a fair few on your travels, tradin' blows with the local cactuars and whatnot.
Martyn: They'll do anythin' to study the blue arts under the Great Azuro, star of the Celestium. Thanks to them, my lifelong─well, almost lifelong─dream of runnin' my own guild has come true! Ah, speak of the devils...
Martyn: Why, if it ain't two of my star pupils, P'yandih and Nutiba?
Nutiba Buntiba: Can it be true? Has Azuro the Second at long last deigned to grace us with {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} presence?
P'yandih: I can't believe we finally have the chance to meet you in person!
Nutiba Buntiba: Please, I beg of you, accept us as your apprentices!
P'yandih: We'll follow you anywhere!
Martyn: Oi! I think you're forgettin' who the guildmaster is around here! And besides, I've got other plans for [Forename].
Martyn: If you two can afford to stand about chewin' the fat, you've got time to go and get yourselves some new spells. Go on, hop to it!
Martyn: Gods give me strength... If they ever get their heads out of the clouds and into their spellbooks for a change, they might bloody learn somethin'.
Martyn: Bugger me, I nearly forgot that I'm supposed to be performin' soon!
Martyn: Fancy comin' to see your old friend, the Great Azuro, in action?
Martyn: Of course, you won't be watchin' from the stands with all the unwashed masses. I've got a front row spot with your name on it!
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-cutscene start
Celestium Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, please give a warm welcome to the magnificent, the stupendous, the Great Azuro!
Celestium Announcer: Not to be outdone by his apprentice Azuro the Second, he has handpicked one of our most fearsome pit fiends as his opponent, the savage, the gargantuan kronprinz behemoth!
Celestium Announcer: >> The Great Azuro opens with a volley of his tried-and-true spells, yet the behemoth shows no signs of backing down! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> My word, ladies and gentlemen! Not even the crown prince of beasts could withstand these never-before-seen techniques! <<
Celestium Announcer: >> Victory goes to the Great Azuro! <<
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: In Ul'dah, they say, “Old dogs are incapable to learn new tricks,” but maybe this not true?
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: So, what did you think? I'll bet you thought the Great Azuro couldn't get any greater!
Martyn: Between the Masked Carnivale and runnin' the guild, I somehow found time to pick up a few new spells.
Martyn: I went all the way to Ishgard and tried my luck against creatures so horrible they'd make a behemoth blubber. It was worth the trip, though. Now my repertoire of blue magic is bigger than ever. And let me tell you, the crowds have been lappin' it up!
Martyn: You'd think that the Celestium would reward all this extra effort by bumpin' up my pay, but apparently not. Actually, that reminds me, Royse said there's someone she wants me to meet over at the Miners' Guild. No idea what it's about, but maybe I'm gettin' a raise after all!
Martyn: Since you're here, you should tag along as well. If there's extra gil on offer, I wouldn't want you to miss out! I'm thoughtful like that, you know.
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Did Martyn say “Miners' Guild”? Perhaps they want you to use Self-destruct to clear tunnels or something?
Martyn: To be honest, I know better than to get my hopes up any time Royse is involved. Whatever it is, there's bound to be a catch of some sort.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse===
Royse: I'm glad you could join us, my dear. Wait here a moment, would you?
-cutscene start
Royse: It is my privilege to introduce the great Master Fyrgeiss, esteemed member of the Syndicate and chairman of Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern. Martyn, you will no doubt be delighted to hear that he found your match against the kronprinz behemoth most exhilarating.
Martyn: I...ah, had no idea that such a distinguished and upstanding member of the community was in our audience!
Fyrgeiss: That was quite a display, young man! I must say, until I witnessed it for myself, I was under the impression that the Masked Carnivale was little more than a frivolous distraction. A far cry from the time-honored traditions of the Coliseum.
Fyrgeiss: All it took was one match to disprove such misgivings. This blue magic of yours is truly a spectacle like no other!
Martyn: That's...ah, very kind of you, squire─ I mean, sir.
Royse: And would I be correct in assuming that we have your support?
Fyrgeiss: Why, yes! From this day forth, Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern shall provide all the financial backing you should require.
Royse: You do us a great honor, Master Fyrgeiss.
Fyrgeiss: Now that has been decided, there are other, rather less interesting matters to which I must attend. I shall have my assistants draw up the necessary contracts and so forth. And with that, I bid you good day.
Royse: Now, I suppose you're wondering what has prompted all of this.
Royse: While the Masked Carnivale has become a roaring success─for which I have the both of you to thank─our menagerie of pit fiends has been eating into our profits, in a quite literal sense. Simply keeping them fed is monstrously expensive.
Royse: And there is the fact that the crowds will soon grow tired of us dragging out the same old creatures, so we need to invest in having ever more exotic and dangerous beasts brought in by experienced adventurers, which costs a pretty gil as well.
Royse: That's why I invited Fyrgeiss to visit the Celestium. That walking coinpurse is known as much for his love of the Coliseum as he is for being ludicrously wealthy.
Royse: And just between the three of us, it seems his position within the Syndicate is nowhere near as stable as he would like it to be. He's desperately searching for a new venture that will give him the edge over his rivals.
Royse: Though I can't attest to how much the chairman stands to benefit from our partnership, I'm quite confident of our own prospects. For our part, we're going to come up with new performances to generate more excitement.
Martyn: Hmm... So ''that's'' Master Fyrgeiss? It's good to finally put a face to the name. I wonder if Amajina & Sons would be interested in proppin' up the Blue Mages' Guild?
Martyn: Was I thinkin' out loud? Ha ha! Forget I said anythin'! Anyway, I can't wait to see what the lads back at the guild make of this little development. Shall we?
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Amajina & Sons? Mining concern, yes? I hear they deal in ceruleum. Martyn has bad experience with ceruleum-dealing Roegadyn before. I hope Martyn not make same mistake again...
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: By the sounds of it, Royse'll be linin' up some different foes for us to face in the Masked Carnivale. Knowin' her, our safety is the least of her concerns, so we'd better be ready for whatever she has to throw at us.
Martyn: That's why I took the liberty of addin' a few more entries to your spellbook. Like any good student, you'll be wantin' to follow in your teacher's footsteps, which'll lead you to Ishgard.
Martyn: And when you get there, what better spell to learn than Northerlies? A nice blast of freezin' cold air is just the trick when things get too hot to handle!
Martyn: Ah, yes. If you feel like addin' some other blue magic to your arsenal, Gaheel Ja has some brand-new totems that might be worth a look.
Martyn: One more thing: at the risk of inflatin' your ego, I'd say your blue magic will be on a par with mine before long, so I've a mind to put you to work trainin' some of the apprentices.
Martyn: But that's assumin' you make it back from Ishgard in one piece. Watch yourself out there, those frost-encrusted bastards roamin' about the snowfields take no prisoners!
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Turning Over a Blue Leaf

2026-04-18T02:09:28Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Turning Over a Blue Leaf
| description = [[Maudlin Latool Ja|Latool Ja]] has an expression of overwhelming joy on his face. Or at least you think he has...
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Maudlin Latool Ja
| related-npcs = Ceadda; Martyn; Royse; Wayward Gaheel Ja; Whastrach
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 50
| requirements = {{i|Dirty Rotten Azulmagia}} cleared
| req-items =
| exp = 11700
| gil = 517
| reward1 = 1 Azulmagia
| unlocks = ngp Blue Mage - Part 1
| prev-quest = The Real Folk Blues
| next-quest = Into the Blue Again
| patch = 4.5
| release = stormblood
| id-gt = 68735
| id-edb = e655bd32491
}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Martyn]].

==Journal==
*Latool Ja has an expression of overwhelming joy on his face. Or at least you think he has...

*Latool Ja is the first to congratulate you on your spectacular victory over Azulmagia. The self-confessed villain of the piece, Whastrach, arrives to commend your performance, and promises to relinquish his hold on Lapis Canyon, as per the agreement. Much to everyone's surprise, he even asks Ceadda if he will act as his guide in the New World, in order to secure another source of ceruleum without adversely affecting the lives of the inhabitants. The young Whalaqee senses the sincerity in Whastrach's words, and accepts the offer in the hope that his advice will prevent any more unpleasant confrontations. As the two of them leave to prepare for their journey across the Indigo Deep, Royse reminds you that your services as Azuro the Second are still very much in demand, and that she is expecting you to make further appearances in the Masked Carnivale. Martyn, too, in spite of his initial reluctance, plans to continue in the role of the Great Azuro until a better─or more profitable─idea springs to mind.

*After an extremely brief period of contemplation, Martyn decides that his new goal in life is to found a Blue Mages' Guild. In order to do so, he will first need to gather the necessary capital, and what better way to do that than continuing to appear in the lucrative─and highly dangerous─Masked Carnivale? Martyn reminds you that there is room in the spotlight for both Azuros, and that the door to the Celestium is always open to you.
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn once you have completed the main scenario quest “Litany of Peace.”

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Wayward Gaheel Ja: [Forename] beat Whastrach! Now [Forename] strongest blue mage! Maybe Martyn should be your apprentice now.
Ceadda: You did it! Whastrach was more powerful than I could've imagined, but you beat him!
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Maudlin Latool Ja: [Forename] beat Azulmagia! Latool Ja cannot believe it! I mean, I ''can'' believe it, because Latool Ja always believe in you. Anyway, well done!
Ceadda: I cannot thank you enough! Lapis Canyon is safe!
Martyn: Nicely done, [Forename]! That sack of goobbue shite won't be botherin' the Whalaqee anymore!
Royse: Spectacular! Stupendous! The performance of a lifetime! I never knew you had it in you, [Forename]. Of course, I haven't forgotten about our agreement. As of today, I will be withdrawing my funding from the ceruleum mine project.
Whastrach@Azulmagia's Voice: Fools! You think you have defeated me? This place will be your burial ground!
Whastrach: Ha! I tricked you for a moment there, didn't I? I must admit, I had grown rather accustomed to playing the villain, but enough is enough.
Whastrach: The fact is, I lost our wager, so it's time I put an end to my plans for Lapis Canyon. I'm a businessman, not a monster, and I have you, Ceadda, and Martyn to thank for reminding me of that.
Whastrach: The New World is a vast, untamed land, and there are bound to be ways to acquire ceruleum without mining on sacred ground. Royse has even agreed to fund my next expedition.
Whastrach: I will be leaving by ship within the next few days. Ceadda, would you care to join me? With you as my guide, perhaps I can avoid repeating the mistakes I made with the Whalaqee.
Ceadda: You're serious, aren't you? I accept your offer, if only so that I can keep you away from our land. Actually, I have heard of several places similar to Lapis Canyon to which no one has laid claim.
Whastrach: Then, you and I have much to discuss! But first, I must prepare for the voyage. There is much to be done!
Ceadda: I'll never forget you, [Forename]! If you ever have a chance to cross the Indigo Deep, you will always be welcome to stay with the Whalaqee!
Royse: Hold your chocobos! As Azuro the Second, there's no time to go gallivanting around the New World. You've got crowds to please, beasts to best! Not to mention money to earn. Don't go away now, darling!
Martyn: I go through all the trouble of gettin' better and squeezin' back into my costume, but it looks like you're her favorite now! Bloody charmin', that is! Mind you, the epidemic's over, so I don't need to dance to her tune anymore.
Maudlin Latool Ja: So why is Martyn still dressed as the Great Azuro?
Martyn: Well, there's no harm in earnin' a few gil while I think about my next move, is there?
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja say Martyn just like attention!
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Gaheel Ja and Latool Ja stay with Martyn, keep him out of trouble.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: Somethin's occurred to me─all this business with the Great Azuro and Azuro the Second's got everyone talkin' about blue magic!
Martyn: Those stuffy old bookworms in the Arcanists' Guild never listened to me before, but this ought to make them take notice.
Martyn: In fact, I'm thinkin' about openin' a Blue Mages' Guild, partly as a way of rubbin' my old guildmates' noses in it for rejectin' my research, but also to help spread the knowledge across Eorzea. I'll need a fair bit of gil to get the idea off the ground, though.
Martyn: All the more reason to carry on as the Great Azuro! I'll show them that not even bein' half-eaten by some beast can keep me down!
Martyn: 'Course, there's room in the Celestium for the both of us. After all, I wouldn't deny my favorite─and only─apprentice a chance at fame and glory!
-quest complete
System: In order to undertake the next blue mage quest, you must first meet the following requirements:
System: ※You must have completed the main scenario quest “Litany of Peace.”
System: Once you have done so, the next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn.
</nowiki>}}

The Real Folk Blues

2026-04-18T01:59:38Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = The Real Folk Blues
| description = [[Maudlin Latool Ja|Latool Ja]] is doing a fine job of holding the fort in [[Martyn]]'s absence.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Maudlin Latool Ja
| related-npcs = Ceadda; Martyn; Royse; Wayward Gaheel Ja; Whastrach
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 50
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Glower}}
| req-items =
| exp = 11700
| gil = 952
| reward1 = 1 The Spirit of the Whalaqee
| reward2 = 1 Magus's Attire Coffer (IL 130)
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Blue Gold
| next-quest = Turning Over a Blue Leaf
| patch = 4.5
| release = stormblood
| id-gt = 68734
| id-edb = 1878e683dfd
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Glower}} is available via:
{{#lsth:Glower|[[Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide|Acquisition]]}}
==Steps==
*Search for [[Martyn]] at the [[Ceruleum Processing Plant]] in [[Northern Thanalan]].
*Speak with [[Royse]] in [[Ul'dah]].
*Speak with Royse.

==Journal==
*Latool Ja is doing a fine job of holding the fort in Martyn's absence.

*Latool Ja informs Martyn that you have learned the Glower spell, prompting your mentor to ignore the chirurgeon's advice once again and leave his sickbed to congratulate you. This achievement, however, pales in comparison to another piece of welcome news he has received─Whastrach has successfully delivered the medicine to the Whalaqee and the epidemic afflicting them has been eradicated. Unfortunately, Martyn's jubilations are short-lived when Ceadda, the young chirurgeon of the New World tribe, arrives with ill tidings. Whastrach has apparently taken lands sacred to the Whalaqee as his own, in an obvious attempt to seize the ceruleum-rich Lapis Canyon. Martyn is livid at the treachery of the man in whom he placed his trust, and rushes off to confront him at the processing plant in northern Thanalan.

*You arrive to find Martyn and Ceadda already in the midst of a heated debate with Whastrach. The self-styled businessman states that the Whalaqee lands were acquired through a legally binding contract in exchange for the shipment of medicine and that the ceruleum mine he plans to open will give the Whalaqee an opportunity to become part of the modern world. Ceadda and Martyn vehemently disagree, saying that the elders were tricked into the agreement and that it is not for Whastrach to decide how they should live their lives. As the two sides reach an impasse, Royse interrupts to make a surprising revelation─not only is she Whastrach's financial backer, but she also told him of Martyn's plan to produce medicine for the Whalaqee. Although she was unaware of the extent of Whastrach's plans, she cannot decide which side of the argument she should support. To settle the matter, she suggests that Martyn and Whastrach meet in the Celestium and battle as blue mages, and promises to withdraw her investment should Martyn win. However, if he loses, he will be forced to persuade the Whalaqee to surrender their lands as per the agreement. Since Martyn is still recovering from his earlier injuries, you are selected to take his place, assuming the guise of “Azuro the Second.”

*Back in Ul'dah, you participate in a practice demonstration of your spells, bedecked in your new Masked Carnivale outfit. It is then that Whastrach enters dressed as the terrifying Azulmagia, resembling a demon in more than simply outward appearance. You finally understand why his prowess as a blue mage is held in such high regard, as he unleashes an array of astonishingly potent magicks.

*With your climactic encounter on the horizon, Royse suggests entering matches against her pit fiends first to hone your skills before facing your mentor's hated rival. Azulmagia awaits you in the final stage of the Masked Carnivale, but will your blue magic be enough to overcome him?
**※The [[Turning_Over_a_Blue_Leaf|next blue mage quest]] will be available from [[Maudlin_Latool_Ja|Latool Ja]] after completing level 25 of [[The_Masked_Carnivale|The Masked Carnivale]].

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Maudlin Latool Ja: [Forename] learned Glower, yes? Then [Forename] succeeded, just as Martyn said.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Latool Ja will tell Martyn.
-cutscene start
Martyn: You did it, [Forename]! You've done me proud! And that's not the only cause for celebration...
Martyn: I received a missive saying that Whastrach was as good as his word─the medicine worked and the Whalaqee are saved!
Ceadda@Young Man: >> Martyn! I've been looking everywhere for you! <<
Martyn: Ceadda!? How did you get here?
Ceadda: Never mind that! I have something urgent to tell you!
Martyn: [Forename], this is Ceadda, the Whalaqee chirurgeon I told you about. He learned to speak the common tongue of Eorzea, and─
Ceadda: Will you listen!? It's Whastrach─he brought the medicine, and everyone with the disease has been cured.
Ceadda: But he wasn't content to simply give it to us─he's used it to lay claim to Lapis Canyon!
Martyn: But why would he...?
Martyn: Of course! The ceruleum!
Martyn: Lapis Canyon is sacred ground, and glows a bright blue because of all the ceruleum beneath the surface.
Martyn: That bastard was after it from the beginnin'. He must be at the processin' plant! Come on, Ceadda─let's go!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn, stop! Ah... Very quick for man who lie in bed for many days.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Can [Forename] go with them? I worry that Martyn bite off more than Martyn can swallow. Or is that “chew?”
Maudlin Latool Ja: As far as Latool Ja know, processing plant in northern Thanalan. Make sure Martyn not do anything stupid!
-cutscene end
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn never listen to chirurgeon. Martyn never listen to anyone.
Ceadda: The Whalaqee have lived in the light of Lapis Canyon for generations. We can't let it be destroyed by Whastrach's men!
Whastrach: Why must he be so stubborn?
-optional end
===Search for Martyn at the Ceruleum Processing Plant in northern Thanalan===
-cutscene start
Martyn: You only gave them the medicine so you could steal Lapis Canyon!
Whastrach: "Steal?“ Don't speak to me like some common thief! I won't deny that obtaining the ceruleum was my primary concern, but we signed an agreement. It's all perfectly legal, I assure you.
Ceadda: You know full well the elders can't read Eorzean! You told them that if they didn't sign the contract, they couldn't have the medicine. And besides, your laws don't apply to the Whalaqee!
Whastrach: Even so, I expect your elders to honor the promise they made, legally binding or not.
Whastrach: Perhaps you have forgotten that the medicine was paid for and produced by my company. Before the negotiations began, I had already spent vast amounts to manufacture a large enough shipment to treat everyone.
Whastrach: I saved your tribe from annihilation, and this is how you repay me? I've given you all a second chance to lead healthy, productive lives.
Ceadda: You took advantage of our suffering so that you could plunder the thing most precious to us! Since the time of my ancestors, Lapis Canyon has been at the center of our beliefs, of everything we do!
Whastrach: Beliefs? Come now, don't be absurd! That blue substance you call the “lifeblood of the planet” is ceruleum, a type of fuel. It's not doing any good just sitting there underground.
Whastrach: Once I open a mine in Lapis Canyon, I hope to employ the Whalaqee, offering you all an opportunity to earn a proper wage.
Whastrach: When you realize what you've been missing all this time, you'll soon forget about your superstitions.
Martyn: >> How bloody dare you! Who are you to call them superstitions!? This is their way of life, and all you want to do is destroy it for the sake of your own greed! <<
Whastrach: >> I'm doing more for the Whalaqee than you ever will! I'm giving them a chance to build a better future for themselves. They can either be part of the modern world, or be left behind! <<
Martyn: >> That's not your decision to make! <<
Whastrach: >> What about the medicine!? That was a product of Eorzean society. Without it, they'd all be dead! And another thing─my investor funded its production for a share of the profits from my New World enterprise! <<
Royse@Familiar Voice: Darlings, darlings! There's no need to squabble!
Royse: I admit it, I'm Whastrach's backer. It all started when I told him about Martyn's plan to save the Whalaqee from the epidemic. You see, the prospect of trading with the New World sounded rather promising, though this is the first I've heard of the ceruleum mine.
Royse: Expanding into new regions often leads to resistance from the locals, but this is far beyond what I was expecting. Whastrach─I don't like being kept in the dark. I'm seriously considering withdrawing from our deal!
Royse: That said, I can see this being a worthwhile venture, providing that the Whalaqee are not being exploited. But I also agree with Martyn that their way of life should not be disrupted. As you can see, this leaves me with a difficult choice...
Royse: Which is why I propose that the two of you settle this in the arena! Whastrach, you're a blue mage yourself, correct?
Whastrach: I am indeed. Though I should warn you, Martyn was never a match for me, even before he was chewed up and spat out by one of your pets.
Royse: Then perhaps it's time for his apprentice, “Azuro the Second,” to make {{alternatives|f=her|m=him}} grand debut!
Royse: I can picture it now─the ultimate clash of blue magic! The loyal disciple of the Great Azuro faces a mysterious challenger to determine who is the superior spellcaster!
Royse: If [Forename] wins, I'll cut off my funding for the Lapis Canyon project, and the lands will return to their original owners. And if Whastrach is victorious, Martyn must act as intermediary for the Whalaqee and persuade them to agree to the development.
Martyn: Royse, you can do what you like with that money of yours, but you can't expect me to go along with this!
Whastrach: For such an old-fashioned sort of fellow, Martyn seems to forget that disputes such as these have been decided by combat since ancient times.
Whastrach: I, for one, have no objections! Count me in!
Martyn: What about the Whalaqee!? They should be the ones to decide their own fate, not us!
Ceadda: You're right, Martyn, but we have a similar tradition. When two sides cannot reach an agreement, a representative from each takes part in a contest of strength.
Ceadda: Ideally, one of my people would be chosen, but we are in Eorzea, and I have no choice but to ask you to participate on our behalf. So, will you do it, [Forename]?
Question: What will you say?
> I'll fight-for what is right!
Royse: Very gallant of you, my dear! The crowd'll lap this up!
> I'll fight-for Martyn!
Royse: What a noble way to express your gratitude to your mentor! Perhaps we can use this in the performance...
> What am I getting myself into?
Royse: I know, dear, it's a lot of responsibility. And for your debut match, no less! But as the boy says─it must be you.
---
Royse: Very gallant of you, my dear! The crowd'll lap this up!
Royse: First things first, let's get you two into your costumes and take a look at that magic of yours. I want to know what my audience will be getting when the big day arrives. Come along!
-cutscene end
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Thank you for bringing Martyn back to Ul'dah. Latool Ja glad he unharmed, but he in very strange mood. Latool Ja want to know what is going on!
Martyn: Bloody hells! How did we let Royse talk us into this?
Ceadda: Please, you must defeat Whastrach. He's a cruel, heartless man, so don't show him any mercy!
Whastrach: I've always liked you, [Forename], so it's a shame I'll have to give you a damned good thrashing in front of all of those people. I have a lot at stake, so don't expect me to hold anything back.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse in Ul'dah===
Royse: Once you've both changed into your new costumes, I'll see you in the arena. This way, my darlings!
-cutscene start
Royse: [Forename], my dear! Are you ready?
Maudlin Latool Ja: But you...missed...
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Hahaha! No, Gaheel Ja not think so!
Royse: Wonderful, my dear. It seems a new hero is born!
Royse: Now it's Whastrach's turn. Pay close attention to the costume, darlings─it's my finest creation yet!
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Such...power...
Royse: The dread warlock who transcends dimensions of time and space─Azulmagia!
Whastrach: Why must I be the villain?
Royse: It's all part of the act, my dear! What could be more thrilling than an epic struggle between good and evil?
Martyn: You mean to tell me Whastrach is inside that thing? And why's he floatin'?
Royse: For dramatic effect, of course! If you must know, it's a ceruleum levitation device. Surprisingly cheap too. Apparently, there isn't much practical application for the ability to float a few ilms off of the ground.
Whastrach: I'm still not convinced it's entirely necessary, and the costume is rather more flamboyant than I would've liked. But if I'm going to do this, I may as well enjoy myself. I'll show the audience what real blue magic looks like!
Royse: That's what I like to hear. It's sure to be a performance they'll never forget, right here at the Masked Carnivale!
Royse: Not to put too fine a point on it, [Forename] my dear, but I think you'd benefit from some practice before starring in the main event.
Whastrach: Hahaha! Train all you want─it will make no difference. Lapis Canyon is mine!
-cutscene end
-optional start
Ceadda: Don't let Whastrach intimidate you. I know you can beat him!
Martyn: I still can't believe this is happenin'...
Maudlin Latool Ja: [Forename]'s Glower very painful... Not refreshing, either. Only painful.
-optional end
===Speak with Royse===
Royse: I have gathered quite the menagerie of exotic beasts, but you should choose with care. We try to call an end to the performance before either side incurs any serious injury, but as Martyn will attest, accidents can happen.
Royse: Once you feel confident in your abilities, say the word and I will grant you and Azulmagia the opportunity to settle this feud. Until then, fight well, but don't do anything rash. I might struggle to find ''another'' replacement blue mage...
Ceadda: It's up to you now, [Forename]!
Martyn: He's right. If only I hadn't been damn near killed in that bloody show, I could've dealt with him myself. Well, I'd like to think I'd have a chance of winnin', but he was always the better mage.
Martyn: To be honest, though, I think you've got a real talent for blue magic. In fact, you shouldn't be scared of Whastrach─he should be scared of you!
Martyn: With the right spells, I reckon you'll be able to take him down a peg or two. Now get out there and show him what you're made of!
Martyn: Ugh... Look at me, gettin' all worked up like that. I'd better head back before the chirurgeon realizes I've gone. Hopefully I'll be allowed out of the infirmary to watch some of your performances, though. Best of luck, [Forename]!
-quest complete
''{{i|Masked Carnivale}} unlocked''
System: The Masked Carnivale has been unlocked. To participate, speak with the Celestium attendant in Onyx Lane.
</nowiki>}}

Blue Gold

2026-04-18T01:37:20Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue Gold
| description = [[Maudlin Latool Ja|Latool Ja]] seems positively perturbed.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Maudlin Latool Ja
| related-npcs = Martyn; Wayward Gaheel Ja; Whastrach
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 40
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|1000 Needles}}
| req-items =
| exp = 5390
| gil = 754
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Scream Blue Murder
| next-quest = The Real Folk Blues
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.5
| id-gt = 68733
| id-edb = ab5c126e9a1
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|1000 Needles}} is used by:
{{dropped by|1000 Needles}}

==Steps==
*Rendevzous with [[Whastrach]] in [[Horizon's Edge]] and complete the training exercise.
*Speak with Whastrach.
*Speak with Whastrach in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Latool Ja seems positively perturbed.

*Latool Ja, in a state of panic, informs you that Martyn has been grievously wounded while performing in the Masked Carnivale, apparently a result of his exhaustion from appearing in a vastly increased number of shows. Just as you and Latool Ja are about to discuss what is to become of your training regime, Whastrach makes an unexpected arrival. Despite sharing a somewhat prickly relationship with Martyn, he offers to act as your mentor in his stead, and share his knowledge of blue magic. Although you have your suspicions, you agree to meet him in western Thanalan for your first lesson together.

*Much to your surprise, you find Whastrach standing next to a magitek vanguard, which he says he had restored after it was abandoned by the Garleans. Since he apparently has no further use for it, he suggests using it as a target on which to practice your blue magic, neglecting to mention that the warmachina has been programmed to answer your assault with lethal force. Although you are accustomed to combating more organic foes, your spells prove to be equally effective against metallic opposition.

*Whastrach praises your proficiency in the use of blue magic, although he views the art as a relic of a bygone age, along with all traditional disciplines of combat taught in Eorzea. He posits that the face of warfare has changed, leaving armed soldiers largely obsolete, with units of warmachina replacing them on the front lines. To power these magitek armies, vast amounts of ceruleum will be required, which Whastrach and his organization are looking to control. He even suggests that you would be well suited to serving his company in some unknown capacity, though he chooses not to pressure you into a decision at this juncture, giving you something to ponder on your way back to Ul'dah.

*Outside the Celestium, your conversation with Whastrach is interrupted by Martyn, who has ignored the chirurgeon's orders and left the infirmary. To the surprise of everyone, Whastrach volunteers to assist in producing medicine and delivering it to the Whalaqee. While you cannot help but wonder how he came to know Martyn's closely guarded secret, a man of his influence and financial clout would be a valuable ally in the fight against the epidemic. Martyn clearly has reservations about letting Whastrach take over the operation while he remains bedridden, but swallows his pride and begrudgingly accepts. The ceruleum merchant leaves to begin the preparations, leaving Martyn free to voice his concerns, although he seems for the most part to have been convinced of Whastrach's sincerity. Fortunately for you, he has not forgotten about his promise to help you prepare for the Masked Carnivale, and recommends that you learn the spell Glower.
**※The [[The_Real_Folk_Blues|next blue mage quest]] will be available from [[Maudlin_Latool_Ja|Latool Ja]] upon reaching level 50 and learning [[Glower]]

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Maudlin Latool Ja: >> [Forename]! Something terrible happen! Martyn almost killed! <<
Maudlin Latool Ja: We told Martyn he work too hard, that he should rest. But he not listen! He wanted medical care for Whalaqee, but now he one who need help.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Of course, Martyn cannot train you. Latool Ja want to help, but...
Whastrach@Familiar Voice: "...Martyn's such a great teacher that no one could possibly replace him!“ Is that what you were about to say?
Whastrach: Ha ha, please excuse my little jest. I was as sorry as anyone to hear that my old friend had fallen foul of some pit beast. In fact, I came to offer my services.
Whastrach: I expect that Martyn neglected to mention that I too am a blue mage. We both studied under the Whalaqee as part of our research. While I am not one to boast, I should point out that I took to the art like a fish to water, while he...floundered.
Maudlin Latool Ja: Whastrach speak true. You can learn much from Whastrach.
Whastrach: Yes, with Martyn bedridden, it would be a shame for his protégé to be left without a mentor. And as his friend, overseeing your training is the least I can do. I will be waiting for you at Horizon's Edge.
-cutscene end
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Do not tell Martyn I say this, but I think Whastrach would be better mentor. Has Martyn taught you anything?
-optional end
===Rendezvous with Whastrach in Horizon's Edge and complete the training exercise===
Whastrach: Don't let the magitek fool you─I've no connection to the Empire. Well, not a direct one, at least. My company carries out work at a ceruleum processing plant run by Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern. Perhaps some of it ends up in imperial hands, perhaps not.
Whastrach: As for this vanguard, it was abandoned by the Garleans outside of Castrum Meridianum. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to learn something of their technology, so I had it restored.
Whastrach: Ever since we finished gleaning all we could from it, it's been collecting dust, so I have no qualms about letting you smash it to pieces as part of your training, assuming you are up to the challenge.
Question: Are you ready?
> No
''Dialogue ends.''
> Yes
You are under attack!

===Speak with Whastrach===
Whastrach: So, you have some rudimentary understanding of blue magic. But have you considered how─nay, whether─it serves you? For there is one thing I know that Martyn, at least, has yet to realize─the age of sword and sorcery is coming to an end.
Whastrach: Surely you have seen the power the Garleans wield. Their technology continues to advance, while we Eorzeans cling to our ancient ways. For now, we are able to keep the Empire at bay, but for how much longer?
Whastrach: I am not the only one who feels this way. There are those who seek to develop airships and engines of war to combat the imperial threat. It will not be long before the Grand Companies deploy magitek units of their own on the front lines.
Whastrach: Even so, the most advanced weaponry will be worth little more than scrap metal without a steady supply of ceruleum. As we speak, the Garleans and the Immortal Flames are fighting to claim the supply in northern Thanalan.
Whastrach: What I am trying to tell you is that people like Martyn waste their time on worthless relics of the past and fail to see the bigger picture. The future lies in ceruleum. If you ever decide you want to make a real difference in this world, I could use someone like you.
Whastrach: There's no need to rush, though. Just give it some thought. Anyway, I think that's enough for one day─let's return to Ul'dah.
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Whastrach look pleased. [Forename] show him 1000 Needles, yes?
-optional end
===Speak with Whastrach in Ul'dah===
-cutscene start
Whastrach: I have to say, I'm surprised that you've made so much progress with someone like Martyn as your mentor. Speaking of which, since he's still confined to the infirmary, your next training session will be─
Martyn@Martyn's Voice: Oi! What do you think you're doin', Whastrach!?
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn! Chirurgeon tell you to stay in bed!
Martyn: I'm fine! True, it still hurts to walk. And breathe. But how can I lie there when my apprentice is tryin' so hard to earn a spot next to me in the arena?
Whastrach: You needn't worry about [Forename]. Even without your guidance, {{alternatives|f=she|m=he}} is well on {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} way to becoming a competent blue mage. Actually, while you're here, there is something I wish to discuss. A proposition, if you will.
Whastrach: I heard about the lengths you are going to for the sake of the Whalaqee. Why didn't you come to me?
Martyn: For what? You'd only laugh in my face as soon as you realized there's no money in it. Or have you forgotten what happened when our research fundin' got cut? All of a sudden, you couldn't give a Qiqirn's arse about blue magic and the people who'd shared their homes with us!
Whastrach: That's hardly fair, Martyn. How could I carry on without bankrupting myself? Make no mistake, I'm as grateful to the Whalaqee as you are.
Whastrach: We may have gone our separate ways, but there's never been any bad blood between us. Seeing as you're in no position to help anyone from your sickbed, I'd say that letting me lend a hand is your best option.
Martyn: I s'pose you've got a point.
Whastrach: The quicker we can produce the medicine, the more lives we'll save. With my resources, it'll be ready in no time.
Martyn: All right, Whastrach. We'll do things your way.
Whastrach: I'm glad we could see eye to eye for a change. Once we have a large enough shipment, I'll deliver it in person to the Whalaqee.
Martyn: Just don't bugger it up, you hear?
Whastrach: You can count on me, Martyn. There is a lot at stake here, and I intend to see this through. I have a few arrangements to make first, but I'll come by for the formula once I'm done. Until then, you should get some rest.
Martyn: You know, I never thought he'd raise a finger to help anyone but himself... Maybe he does have a shred of decency after all.
Martyn: I hope he hasn't been puttin' any funny ideas in your head, though. It still seems strange that he's showin' an interest in your trainin' in the first place. What's in it for him? Hmm... I'm probably just overthinkin', as per usual.
Martyn: I s'pose it's my fault for not bein' there for you. And you won't find anyone─besides me, of course─more qualified to teach blue magic. Unless you fancy makin' the trip to the New World, that is.
Martyn: One thing I can do is tell you which spell you should be learnin' next. It's called “Glower,” one of my personal favorites.
Martyn: If you can master this, I reckon you'll be ready to enter the Masked Carnivale! Best of luck, [Forename]!
Martyn: I should go back to bed if I want these wounds to heal. Since I won't be up and about for a while, you should continue to follow Latool Ja's lead for now.
-cutscene end
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Scream Blue Murder

2026-04-18T01:25:58Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Scream Blue Murder
| description = [[Martyn]] seems even more distracted than usual.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Cloaked Cutthroat; Hooded Miscreant; Maudlin Latool Ja; Royse; Wayward Gaheel Ja
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 30
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Faze}}
| req-items =
| exp = 3120
| gil = 759
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Why They Call It the Blues
| next-quest = Blue Gold
| patch = 4.5
| release = stormblood
| id-gt = 68732
| id-edb = 923f471ad8c
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Faze}} is used by:
{{dropped by|Faze}}

==Steps==
*Rendezvous with [[Royse]] at Scholars' Walk.
*Rendezvous with Royse in [[Hammerlea]].
*Defeat the suspicious fellows.
*Speak with [[Martyn]].
*Speak with Martyn in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn seems even more distracted than usual.

*Despite having sent you to learn Faze, Martyn shows little interest when you appear to demonstrate the fruits of your labors. Instead, he asks you to come back at some other time, claiming that he has more pressing matters at hand. As he leaves to tend to said business, Royse arrives and expresses to you her concerns regarding Martyn's increasingly obvious monetary woes. Although he earns a fair wage performing in the Celestium, his debts appear to be growing. Where he spends these vast amounts of gil is anyone's guess, and his assistants appear to have been left in the dark as to his clandestine activities. Eager to get to the bottom of this mystery, Royse suggests that you help her track Martyn's movements in order to determine whether he is involved with anything that would bring the Celestium into disrepute.

*You and Royse spy Martyn leaving the Alchemists' Guild, having apparently concluded some business there. Rather than stopping to inquire with the guild members what this might be, you decide against letting Martyn out of your sight, and continue trailing him.

*On the outskirts of the city, you find Martyn engaged in a transaction with two shadowy figures, their faces concealed beneath dark hoods. You are able to catch enough of their conversation to ascertain that the item in question is none other than dream flowers─highly illegal and used in the production of somnus. Royse is unable to hide her surprise and her sudden outburst gives away your position to the black marketeers. They decide the most effective way to silence the witnesses to their dealings is a blade between the ribs, and they pounce to attack.

*You swiftly dispatch the assailants with your nascent blue magic, which has come on leaps and bounds since you first met Martyn. Thankfully, your mentor and Royse are also unscathed, having been saved by your timely intervention from an untimely death.

*Royse is furious with Martyn for involving himself in illicit activities, prompting the blue mage to finally reveal the reasons for his recent behavior. He states emphatically that the dream flowers he has been buying on the black market are for use in a medicine created to fight an epidemic that has spread from Eorzea to the New World. Feeling that he is partly responsible for carrying the disease to the Whalaqee, he is prepared to face both financial ruin and bodily harm to secure a steady supply of the medicine. Taken aback by Martyn's fervent commitment to the cause, Royse reconsiders her position, and not only allows him to continue at the Celestium, but grants him the opportunity to perform in more shows, and even offers to help him find another source of dream flowers.

*By the time you arrive in Ul'dah, it seems that Martyn and Royse have already decided a new schedule at the arena that includes more shows featuring the Great Azuro. Royse has also introduced Martyn to a merchant who can provide the dream flowers in a state that circumvents any legal obstacles to their purchase. Considering that Martyn's time will now be almost entirely dedicated to entertaining audiences in the Celestium, you will need to train alone for the most part, relying on the wild beasts to teach you their techniques. He suggests that you learn the spell 1,000 Needles before returning to report your progress to Latool Ja.
**※The [[Blue_Gold|next blue mage quest]] will be available from [[Maudlin_Latool_Ja|Latool Ja]] upon reaching level 40 and learning [[1000_Needles|1,000 Needles]]

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn love blue very much. Blue clothes, blue hair, blue underwear, blue assistants. Ah! Maybe that why he hire us!
-optional end
===Accepting the quest===
Martyn: Learned Faze, have you? Good to hear. Listen, I've got a few things to take care of, so your trainin' will have to wait. Sorry, but can you come back later?
-cutscene start
Royse: Well, well, if it isn't [Forename]! How goes the training?
Question: What will you say?
> My debut can't come soon enough!
Royse: That's what I like to hear! I have high hopes for you.
> I didn't realize there'd be so much traipsing around.
Royse: I'm sure it's to help build your stamina! Yes, that must be it.
---
Royse: Anyway, enough chitchat. I came to talk to you about Martyn.
Royse: You and I both know about his recent─and highly embarrassing─troubles with debt collectors. He assures me that they have been paid off, but it seems he's borrowing from other unsavory characters instead.
Royse: I can't have my star attraction putting himself at risk like this. If he's involved in something that could damage the reputation of the Celestium, I have a right to know.
Royse: How about you two? Surely you must have some idea?
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn...has many secrets.
Royse: He certainly does... So, he went to take care of some things, yes? Perhaps we should look into exactly what these “things” are.
Royse: [Forename], he's your teacher─I'll bet you're as eager as I am to get to the bottom of this. Come on, let's go and look for him.
-cutscene end
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Would it help if Latool Ja told my secrets instead? Latool Ja sometimes sips from people's drinks when they not looking.
-optional end
===Rendezvous with Royse at Scholars' Walk===
-cutscene start
Royse: He just went into the Alchemists' Guild. He's trying not to draw attention by wearing something inconspicuous─and by that, I mean “not blue.”
Royse: But why all the secrecy? Could he be buying medicine? Perhaps he's got some awful condition. That would explain where all the money's going, but I don't think that's it...
Royse: Where's he off to now? With me, [Forename]─ The game is afoot!
-cutscene end
===Rendezvous with Royse in Hammerlea===
Royse: It looks like he's waiting for someone... Shhh! They're here!
-cutscene start
Hooded Miscreant: You know the rules. Money first.
Hooded Miscreant: That oughta do it.
Martyn: Look, I know this ain't exactly above board, but this is costin' me more and more every time, and the packages stay the same size. In fact, I think they're gettin' smaller...
Hooded Miscreant: Not our problem, mate. Dream flowers are in short supply. If you want 'em, you'll pay what we ask and take what you're given.
Royse: >> Dream flowers!? <<
Cloaked Cutthroat: Someone's there! Get 'em!
Royse: What have I done!? [Forename], you've got to stop them!
-cutscene end
-optional start
Royse: You...you did it. And Martyn's got a lot to answer for.
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn===
-cutscene start
Martyn: So you saw everythin'? I'd better prepare for the worst...
Royse: Thank you, [Forename]. If it weren't for you, things could've turned out very differently.
Royse: >> As for you, Martyn─what the bloody hells do you think you're doing!? Dream flowers!? <<
Royse: >> So you've been concocting somnus in your spare time? Were you planning to sell it, or is it all to feed your own addiction? Either way, you can forget about our contract! <<
Martyn: I can explain! It ain't what you think!
Royse: What is it then? This had better be good...
Martyn: I've been buyin' dream flowers to make medicine, not somnus!
Martyn: It's for the Whalaqee. They need the proper treatment, as soon as possible.
Martyn: There's an epidemic, you see, most likely brought over from Eorzea by people like me.
Royse: How serious is it?
Martyn: Very. For Eorzeans, it's not much worse than catchin' a cold, but for the Whalaqee, it's life-threatenin'! Not only that, it's spreadin' like wildfire!
Martyn: A friend of mine, a Whalaqee chirurgeon, is doin' all he can with the traditional medicines, but it's a losin' battle. At this rate, it's only a matter of time before they're all taken by the disease.
Martyn: I know I'm not the only Eorzean to visit the New World, but it makes me sick to my stomach to think I'm partly to blame. I can't just stand by and let them die without at least tryin' to do somethin'!
Martyn: I came back to Eorzea to find a cure, based on my friend's research notes. I've practically ruined myself, but I eventually came up with a concoction that seems to do the trick.
Martyn: Thing is, it'll take more than a couple of doses to stop the epidemic, and this stuff don't come cheap. There's also the fact that the main ingredient comes from dream flowers, which ain't easy to get hold of.
Royse: So that explains why you've been dealing with those back-alley cutthroats. And I suppose your business at the Alchemists' Guild had some connection to the medicine, yes?
Martyn: That's right. Needed some tools and whatnot to help with the mixin'. But that's nothin' you need to worry about. I've caused you enough trouble already. <sigh> It's been nice knowin' you, Royse.
Royse: If you'd told me all of this from the beginning, we could have worked something out.
Royse: I've decided─you can carry on at the Celestium! As for the dream flowers...let's just say I know a few people.
Martyn: You're sure about this!? Royse─I can't thank you enough! I'll do anythin' you ask!
Royse: You can start by putting in a few more performances at the arena. I'm sure the extra money won't go amiss, will it?
Martyn: I was about to suggest the same thing! I'll perform in every show you've got, if you'll let me.
Royse: The fans are clamoring to see more of the Great Azuro, so it makes sense to capitalize on that. Anyway, this hardly seems like the place to discuss business─we should head back.
-cutscene end
-optional start
Wayward Gaheel Ja: Why Martyn say nothing about Whalaqee disease? Why he do everything alone? Most times, Gaheel Ja think Martyn very clever, but this time Martyn very stupid! Very stupid indeed!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn not say anything about medicine for Whalaqee. If we knew, we could have helped... But he say everything his fault─Martyn make problem, Martyn solve problem. Whalaqee more important than Martyn's pride, though. Why Martyn not realize?
-optional end
===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
Martyn: You did me a good turn by takin' care of those dream flower peddlers.
Martyn: Sooner or later, they would've bled me dry, one way or another. Royse introduced me to a merchant who handles shipments to alchemists. He gets the dream flowers processed before bein' brought to Ul'dah, which bypasses the ban. Still bloody expensive, mind you.
Martyn: Oh, I almost forgot about your trainin'! To tell the truth, your run-in with those somnus dealers was probably a better test of your abilities than anythin' I could've thought up.
Martyn: I might not have much time to spend helpin' you get ready for the arena, but I can still give you advice. I recommend learnin' 1000 Needles next.
Martyn: Once you've gotten the hang of that one, come and see me. Actually, there's a strong chance I'll be in the middle of a performance, so Latool Ja'll take care of things while I'm away.
Martyn: Remember─your real teachers are the beasts that roam free through the wilderness. You're free to roam too, but if you get lost, your spellbook will show you the way. Good luck, [Forename]!
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn already performing many times a day. Latool Ja worry more shows will kill him. Martyn's blue magic is powerful indeed, but he is just a man. Sometimes he forget this.
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Why They Call It the Blues

2026-04-18T01:10:06Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Why They Call It the Blues
| description = [[Martyn]] is eager to take you into the field for further training.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Burly Thug; Heartless Moneylender; Maudlin Latool Ja; Ruthless Moneylender; Wayward Gaheel Ja; Whastrach
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 20
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Mind Blast}}
| req-items =
| exp = 1740
| gil = 546
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Blue Collar Work
| next-quest = Scream Blue Murder
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.5
| id-gt = 68731
| id-edb = b8b3f380a14
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Mind Blast}} is available via:
{{#lsth:Mind Blast|[[Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide|Acquisition]]}}

==Steps==
*Rendezvous with [[Martyn]] at [[Spineless Basin]] in [[central Thanalan]].
*Survey the designated location and slay any monstrous moles that appear.
*Report to Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn is eager to take you into the field for further training.

*Now that you have learned Mind Blast, Martyn deems you ready for the next stage in his impromptu training regime. Once again, Spineless Basin is the chosen location, recalling unwelcome memories of being duped into exterminating a pest to help line Martyn's pockets.

*This time, the locals have paid Martyn in advance to slay some troublesome moles, a task which he has wasted no time in delegating to you. He insists that this will also prove beneficial in improving your blue magic, since they provide moving targets on which to test your new Mind Blast spell.

*Despite being outnumbered, your burgeoning blue magic makes short work of the mischievous moles. Now that the pests have been dealt with, you hope that Martyn has something to teach you in exchange for your hard work.

*You find Martyn being accosted by a gang of thugs, to whom he apparently owes money. Although your instincts as an adventurer compel you to rush to the aid of your mentor, he is adamant that he can handle these ruffians by himself. Rather than using his blue magic to repel his assailants, Martyn attempts to appease them by surrendering his clothes. His plan works better than expected, and the moneylenders decide not to carry out their threats of bodily harm, although the matter of the borrowed coin is far from settled. Not one to be deterred by such setbacks, Martyn heads back to Ul'dah, seemingly paying no heed to the fact that he is almost as naked as the day he was born.

*Thankfully, Martyn found a spare costume awaiting him on his return, although having to pay for it himself only adds to his woes. The unexpected arrival of Whastrach, an old acquaintance, does nothing to brighten Martyn's mood. The unwelcome visitor's voice drips with disdain as he takes great relish in pointing out that the blue mage has become a shadow of his former self since leaving the Arcanists' Guild. And though Whastrach mercifully chooses not to stay any longer than necessary, it seems that Martyn will be seeing more of his former associate sooner rather than later. At a questioning look from you, your mentor reveals that they once worked as researchers and traveled to the New World to study blue magic. When their funding was cut, Martyn practically bankrupted himself to pursue his passion, while Whastrach chose a more lucrative career as the head of a trading company. Keen not to dwell on the past, Martyn changes the subject to more immediate matters, and sets you the task of learning the Faze spell as the next step to becoming a master of blue magic.
**※The [[Scream_Blue_Murder|next blue mage quest]] will be available from [[Martyn]] upon reaching level 30 and learning [[Faze]]

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the Quest===
Martyn: So, you've learned Mind Blast already? That was quicker than I was expectin', but I'll take your word for it.
Martyn: Come to think of it, your new spell might be useful in our next trainin' session. We're goin' back to Spineless Basin, so meet me there when you're ready.
-quest accepted
-optional start
Maudlin Latool Ja: Martyn is wearing mask more and more, even when no one can see him, and when is sleeping. Perhaps Martyn prefers being Great Azuro to being Martyn?
-optional end
===Rendezvous with Martyn at Spineless Basin in central Thanalan===
Martyn: Now, considerin' what happened last time, you might be thinkin' we came all the way here just to slay a few beasts for a handful of coin...
Martyn: And you'd be exactly right! There are a few differences, though. Firstly, we've been paid in advance. Secondly, you'll be goin' up against moles, not hornets. And lastly, you have to kill two of them, not just one.
Martyn: Why are you lookin' at me like that? Oh, you wanted trainin', didn't you? Erm...in that case, why not try stoppin' them in their tracks with Mind Blast? I tell you, it works wonders when you're outnumbered. Go on then, off you go! I ain't got all night!
-optional start
Martyn: Don't forget, it's moles we're after and they spend a lot of time underground. You might have to do a bit of diggin' before they show themselves.
-optional end
===Report to Martyn===
-cutscene start
Martyn: That can't be right─I already gave you everythin' I owe!
Ruthless Moneylender: Yes, you paid back the original amount. Late, I might add. Very late. Don't tell me you'd forgotten about the interest?
Burly Thug: Oi, you! This is none of your business! Piss off!
Martyn: [Forename], I appreciate you tryin' to help, but I got myself into this mess, and I'll get myself out of it!
Heartless Moneylender: You dress quite well for a penniless swindler! Not my size, but these fine garments should fetch a gil or two!
Ruthless Moneylender: Count yourself lucky─at least we left you enough cloth to protect your modesty. Make sure you've got our money next time, or we won't be so generous!
Martyn: >> Thank you! I'm eternally grateful! <<
Martyn: Ahem! Not my finest hour, I'll admit, but I've been through worse and lived to tell the tale!
Martyn: Speakin' of which, it looks like you survived your scuffle with those scary-lookin' moles! Let's head back to Ul'dah to celebrate.
Martyn: Oh...that reminds me─Royse is bound to have some choice words for me about the costume. Well, I might've lost the shirt off my back, but at least I still have my dignity...
-cutscene end
===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
-cutscene start
Martyn: Royse was, as I expected, none too pleased when I showed up lookin' a bit...underdressed. Luckily, we had a spare outfit. Not so luckily, the cost is comin' out of my wages. <sigh> Things are goin' from bad to worse.
Whastrach@Condescending Voice: My, my. This is certainly a far cry from your days at the Arcanists' Guild.
Martyn: Whastrach? What're you doin' here?
Whastrach: If you must know, I'm here on business─very lucrative business, I might add. And as luck would have it, I heard rumors of the Masked Carnivale, starring a so-called blue mage. It didn't take much to deduce that my old friend Martyn was behind it.
Martyn: If you're here to watch the show, buy a ticket. If you just came to gloat, save it for another time, because I ain't in the bloody mood.
Whastrach: I say! It's not like you to be so hostile. Perhaps I should come back when you're feeling a little more amenable. I'll be seeing you, Martyn.
Martyn: The less I see of that smug prick, the better. You see, we've known each other since our time at the Arcanists' Guild, where we researched magicks from outside of Eorzea.
Martyn: We both traveled to the New World and spent time with the Whalaqee, who taught us about blue magic. But when we came back to the guild to share our findin's, they said it was “simply not practical” and cut off our fundin'.
Martyn: The theory was sound, I just needed to spend more time with the Whalaqee, so I paid for another expedition out of my own pocket. Damn near ruined me, though. Now I'm up to my neck in debt, tryin' to make ends meet by performin' like some bloody clown!
Martyn: Whastrach, on the other hand, ditched the research when he realized there was no money in it. Even though he went through all the trouble of learnin' blue magic like me, he just lost interest.
Martyn: After that, he came back to Eorzea and set up his own tradin' company. Him and his rich friends started rakin' in the gil, doin' gods only know what.
Martyn: Sorry, [Forename]. I expect you've got better things to do than listen to my sob stories. Like learnin' some more spells, for instance!
Martyn: The next one I want you to add to your arsenal is “Faze.” It's perfect for givin' you an openin' to land a few more hits. Or run away─whichever you prefer.
Martyn: Anyway, once you've mastered that one, come and see me. Becomin' a blue mage ain't easy─and I know that better than most─but stick with it, and one day you'll be just like me! Actually, you should probably ignore that last part...
-cutscene end
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

Blue Collar Work

2026-04-18T01:01:04Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue Collar Work
| description = [[Martyn]] has found time between performances to train you in the ways of blue magic.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Awestruck Fan; Local Trader; Maudlin Latool Ja; Starstruck Fan; Thunderstruck Fan; Wayward Gaheel Ja
| location = Ul'dah - Steps of Thal
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 13.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 10
| requirements = Learn {{action icon|Blood Drain}}
| req-items =
| exp = 855
| gil = 414
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Blue Leading the Blue
| next-quest = Why They Call It the Blues
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.5
| id-gt = 68730
| id-edb = 7b55412faec
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{action icon|Blood Drain}} is used by:
{{dropped by|Blood Drain}}

==Steps==
*Rendezvous with [[Martyn]] at Spineless Basin in [[Central Thanalan]].
*Survey the designated location and slay any [[Man-eating Hornet|man-eating hornets]] that appear.
*Report to Martyn.
*Speak with Martyn in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn has found time between performances to train you in the ways of blue magic.

*Having mastered Blood Drain, you return to Martyn, eager to continue your training. As the Great Azuro, he has already gained something of a following, and a small group of fans interrupts your conversation to have him perform his─apparently─customary pre-fight speech. While he seems to be relishing his newfound stardom rather more than anyone had anticipated, he finds time in his busy schedule to impart to you his knowledge, and arranges to meet you in Spineless Basin in central Thanalan.

*The rocky landscape of central Thanalan is plagued with hordes of vicious hornets, and the area where you rendezvous with Martyn is home to a particularly lethal variety. He suggests that you test your recently acquired Blood Drain spell on these vilekin, so that you may gain valuable experience in using blue magic against a genuine threat.

*A barrage of spells soon puts paid to the man-eating hornet's attempts to sting you to death. It is slowly becoming apparent that blue magic may yet serve as a viable means of dispatching a variety of threats, and that Martyn's claims of its endless potential may be founded in fact after all.

*On your way back to Martyn, you find him accepting payment from a local merchant for exterminating the very same buzzing pest you were sent to slay. Although you are quick to express your displeasure at being asked to carry out menial tasks in the name of “training,” your blue mage mentor weasels out of it with practiced ease, and offers to pay your share once you have returned to Ul'dah.

*Martyn is under the impression that the training session in Thanalan has yielded the desired results, while you cannot shake the feeling that it was a thinly veiled ploy to earn a few extra gil at your expense. In an attempt to prove that he has not entirely forgotten about mentoring you in blue magic, he sets you the task of learning another spell, namely, Mind Blast.
**※The [[Why_They_Call_It_the_Blues|next blue mage quest]] will be available from [[Martyn]] upon reaching level 20 and learning [[Mind Blast]]

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
'''Martyn:''' Well, well! If it ain't my gifted apprentice, [Forename]! Before you say anything, let me guess. You're here because you've learned Blood Drain and you want to hear my next bit of advice. I'm right, aren't I?
'''Martyn:''' The next step is to─

Starstruck Fan: >> It's him! The Great Azuro! <<

Awestruck Fan: It's like all my namedays have come at once!

Thunderstruck Fan: Please, say it for us one more time!

'''Martyn:''' Haha! How could I refuse my adoring public? Ahem!
'''Martyn:''' Master of knowledge beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, and wielder of arcane magicks as unfathomable as the deepest ocean... Hearken, foul beasts─the indomitable keeper of the blue has come!
'''Martyn:''' >> 'Tis I, the Great Azuro! <<

'''Starstruck Fan:''' >> He said it! He actually said it! <<

'''Martyn:''' Sorry about that. Just doin' my bit to keep the coin rollin' in. Where were we? Ah, yes. I know a great spot for a bit of trainin'. Meet me at Spineless Basin─I'll explain everythin' when we get there.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' When Martyn put on mask, he become Great Azuro and crowd cheer for him. But the Great Azuro has strange voice, so Latool Ja prefers him without mask.
-optional end

===Rendezvous with Martyn at Spineless Basin in Central Thanalan===
'''Martyn:''' Glad to see you survived the trek. I hope the hornets didn't give you any bother! In fact, they're the reason we're here. There are some especially angry ones that would be perfect targets for practicin' your blue magic.
'''Martyn:''' They're tough, but not too tough. Some folk call them “man-eaters” but I think that's an exaggeration. Anyway, why not give Blood Drain a try? It'll draw out some of the enemy's aether to help you cast more spells!
-optional start
'''Martyn:''' I think I saw a few buzzin' around over there. Even if you don't have many spells, Blood Drain should be enough!
-optional end

===Report to Martyn===
-cutscene start
'''Local Trader:''' Thank you, Great Azuro, for getting rid of that pesky hornet! He was a right nasty bastard if ever I saw one. Here's your payment, as agreed.

'''Martyn:''' Ah, I didn't see you there... How goes the trainin'?

Question: What will you say?
> Training!? Working for free is more like it!
>Maybe one day I can get paid for doing nothing, too.
---
'''Martyn:''' Come on, don't be like that! You had a chance to hone your skills, and that bloke can go about his business without bein' stung to buggery. If he's willin' to part with a few gil for it, who am I to say no?
'''Martyn:''' Once we get back to Ul'dah, I'll divvy up the earnin's. I'll see you outside the Celestium.
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' Welcome back, [Forename]. I hope Martyn's training not too grueling.
-optional end

===Speak with Martyn in Ul'dah===
'''Martyn:''' Ah, there you are. What took you so long?
'''Martyn:''' You're showin' signs of improvement, but you'll want a few more tricks up your sleeve before you can step into the arena─those pit fiends don't mess about! I reckon what you need is “Mind Blast.”
'''Martyn:''' Once you've learned that, come and find me, and we'll continue your trainin'. And here's your payment for the hornet you put down!
-quest complete
'''Martyn:''' You think I'm bein' stingy? Listen, {{alternatives|f=miss|m=mate}}, I've already subtracted the fees for your trainin'. If I charged any less, I'd be cuttin' my own throat!
</nowiki>}}

Blue Leading the Blue

2026-04-18T00:42:11Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Blue Leading the Blue
| description = [[Martyn]]'s freedom hangs in the balance and only you can prove his innocence.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Martyn
| related-npcs = Maudlin Latool Ja; Royse; Wayward Gaheel Ja; Zealous Yellowjacket
| location = Lower La Noscea
| location-x = 19.3
| location-y = 36.4
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job = Blue Mage
| level = 1
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 100
| gil = 459
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Out of the Blue
| next-quest = Blue Collar Work
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.5
| id-gt = 68729
| id-edb = 76f63bf2828
}}
==Steps==
*Use [[Water Cannon]] on [[Maudlin Latool Ja|Latool Ja]].
*Speak with [[Royse]] in [[Ul'dah]].

==Journal==
*Martyn's freedom hangs in the balance and only you can prove his innocence.

*In order to clear his name of charges of fraud, Martyn has persuaded you to learn the blue magic spell Water Cannon in order to demonstrate to the doubtful Yellowjacket that the soul crystals he has been peddling are indeed genuine. Rather than using a training dummy or similarly inanimate object, Martyn suggests testing your newly acquired ability on his assistant, Latool Ja, in order to prove the efficacy of the spell.

*After drenching Latool Ja with a painful-looking Water Cannon, he returns the favor by showering you with heartfelt praise. The methods for acquiring blue magic worked exactly as Martyn had described, and the Yellowjacket has no choice but to accept the veracity of his claims. However, she says that selling the soul crystals without explaining the risks is highly irresponsible, and that if Martyn persists in his money-making scheme, he will find himself occupying a Lominsan gaol cell. She then departs, leaving him behind to rue the loss of his only source of income. Yet the surprise arrival of a woman named Royse gives him little time to wallow in self-pity, as she reveals a plan that might ease his financial woes. As the owner of the Celestium arena in Ul'dah, she is hoping to add his unique brand of spellcasting to the entertainment she has on offer, and she promises ample payment for his services. She makes you a similar offer, but Martyn points out that you are still much too green to be considered a blue mage and that attempting to face the pit's beasts now would lead you to a sticky end. Taking umbrage at his remarks, you accept Royse's proposal, although she encourages you to undergo training with Martyn's supervision before performing. Satisfied that an agreement has been reached, Royse arranges to meet you both in Ul'dah to discuss the particulars of your employment.

*Shortly after arriving, you are greeted by the sight of Martyn dressed as his new stage persona, the Great Azuro. In addition to his role as performer in the Masked Carnivale, he is also charged with instructing you in the ways of blue magic, so that you may one day grace the arena. While the majority of its spells are learned through combating various creatures, he explains that his Mamool Ja assistant, Gaheel Ja, possesses a range of totems containing the aether of beasts only found in the New World. Should you prove yourself adept in wielding the Whalaqee's mystic arts, you will be allowed to absorb the aether within them and further expand your repertoire of blue magic. However, Martyn wishes for you to begin with a more specific goal─to learn the spell known as “Blood Drain.”
**※The next blue mage quest will be available from Martyn upon reaching level 10 and learning [[Blood Drain]]

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Martyn:''' Well, I suppose you'd better show this Yellowjacket that gettin' smacked about by a mad kraken wasn't a waste of time after all! Just take aim at Latool Ja and fire off a Water Cannon.
'''Martyn:''' If anyone knows how a proper blast feels, it's him! Gods know he's been on the receiving end enough times.

'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' This is only way?
-quest accepted

-optional start
'''Zealous Yellowjacket:''' I'll be honest with you─this all seems completely impossible. Not that I doubt your abilities, but I don't believe a word out of that Martyn's mouth, especially all this rubbish about blue magic.

'''Martyn:''' Don't worry about him—he'll probably be fine!
'''System:''' Open the Blue Magic Spellbook under Character in the main menu to assign active actions.

'''Wayward Gaheel Ja:''' If Latool Ja cries, they are tears of joy. Not because of immense pain. No, no.

'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' Please avoid maiming Latool Ja too severely.
'''System:''' Open the Blue Magic Spellbook under Character in the main menu to assign active actions.
-optional end

===Use Water Cannon on Latool Ja===
''The player uses {{action icon|Water Cannon}} on Latool Ja.''
-cutscene start
'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' Painful yet refreshing! Refreshing yet painful!

'''Martyn:''' See? I was tellin' the truth, wasn't I?
'''Martyn:''' Well then, we'd best be goin'. It's been a pleasure.

'''Zealous Yellowjacket:''' Not so fast, you blue-haired twit! I'll admit, the spell worked as you said it would. But you can't sell those soul crystals without adequately explaining the risks! It's irresponsible! Some might even call it deliberately neglectful.
'''Zealous Yellowjacket:''' You're not under arrest, but from this day forth, you are strictly forbidden from peddling any more of your wares. If I hear you've sold so much as a blue handkerchief, I will hunt you down and throw you behind bars!
'''Zealous Yellowjacket:''' For your aid in the investigation, you have my thanks. Fare you well!

'''Martyn:''' I don't bloody believe it! Just as I was beginnin' to turn a half-decent profit...

Royse@Self–assured Entrepreneur: >> Well, well! That was quite the show, darlings! <<
Royse@Self–assured Entrepreneur: Neither black nor white magic, but something new entirely─blue magic! Yes, it's sure to draw a crowd, as you've amply demonstrated.

'''Martyn:''' And who might you be?

Royse@Self–assured Entrepreneur: The name's Royse, and I manage the Celestium in Ul'dah. It's an arena where daring young souls such as yourselves perform feats of bravery for the audience.
'''Royse:''' Unlike the Coliseum, the vast majority of the entertainment pits man against beast, with the matches being brought to an end before either side suffers any serious injury. While our patrons revel in the thrill of combat, acts of wanton brutality and bloodshed are considered...distasteful.
'''Royse:''' Rather than savagery and slaughter, our appeal lies in the personas that our participants assume to add a touch of drama to the proceedings.
'''Royse:''' However, I'm not one to settle for a mere modicum of success. My goal is to make the Celestium renowned the world over, and to that end, I have been searching for something truly unique. And that is when word of this blue magic of yours reached my ears.
'''Royse:''' Martyn, my blue bundle of crowd-pleasing wonderment, how would you like to be the very first contestant in the Masked Carnivale? It will be an event pitting your magic against a host of bestial foes!

'''Martyn:''' Listen, this is serious stuff! I didn't go through all the trouble of learnin' all these spells to entertain a bunch of gawpin' spectators.

'''Royse:''' Paying spectators, my dear. Some of them are quite wealthy, in fact. And you stand to earn rather a lot of coin.

'''Martyn:''' Now you're talkin' my language!

'''Royse:''' I say, darling, where are you going? I was about to make you the same offer!

'''Martyn:''' Ha ha! I hate to burst your bubble, love, but my ah...apprentice here's barely taken the first step on the road to becomin' a blue mage. Wouldn't want {{alternatives|f=her|m=him}} meetin' a grisly end in the middle of your arena, would we?

Question: What will you say?
> Once I learn some more blue magic, I'll win for sure!
'''Royse:''' That's the spirit! I'm in no rush, so take as much time as you need with your preparations.

> Can I use something besides these piss–poor spells?
'''Royse:''' I...think that would rather defeat the purpose. If I only needed warriors to triumph over the pit fiends, I have more than enough already.
'''Royse:''' It's blue magic or nothing, I'm afraid. If you're not confident in your abilities, I don't mind waiting until you're ready for battle.
---

'''Royse:''' Perhaps you could oversee {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} training between matches?

'''Martyn:''' Trainin'!? That weren't part of the deal!

'''Royse:''' Oh, I'm not asking you to do it for free, my dear. Quite the contrary.

'''Martyn:''' You'll pay me for that too!? Consider it done!

'''Royse:''' That's what I like to hear, Martyn. Let's get you to Ul'dah for your costume fitting. Come along!

'''Martyn:''' I have to wear a costume as well!? I've got a bad feelin' about this...
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Wayward Gaheel Ja:''' Gaheel Ja not see any other Mamool Ja here. Why is this?

'''Maudlin Latool Ja:''' Latool Ja thought Mamool Ja banned from entering Ul'dah, but guards let us through. Do rich people like Royse make own rules?
-optional end

===Speak with Royse in Ul'dah===
'''Royse:''' It's just occurred to me that I never asked whether you actually want to take part in the Masked Carnivale.
'''Royse:''' ''Are'' you willing to endure Martyn's training regime in preparation for the greatest performance of your life?

Question: Do you want to become a blue mage and enter the Masked Carnivale?
> No
'''Royse:''' Not the reply I was expecting, but the door is always open if you change your mind, darling.
''Dialogue ends.''

> Yes
'''Royse:''' You've made the right choice, my dear. I have high hopes for you!
---
-cutscene start
'''Royse:''' As for your illustrious mentor, I believe he should be ready to make his grand entrance any moment now.

'''Martyn:''' I'll be honest with you, it's a bit more extravagant than what I'm used to. Color's not bad, I suppose...

'''Royse:''' You look marvelous, my dear! Everyone, feast your eyes on the “Great Azuro”!

'''Martyn:''' Eh!? What's that supposed to mean?

'''Royse:''' Well, nothing really, but it lends a certain degree of panache to your stage persona. No offense, darling, but the “Great Martyn” doesn't have quite the same ring to it.
'''Royse:''' You'll be playing the role of an enigmatic nobleman who has deigned to grace the Celestium with his outlandish magicks.
'''Royse:''' Oh, where are my manners? I never asked your name.
'''Royse:''' [Forename]? Hmm. We should come up with something a little more inspiring before you step into the arena.
'''Royse:''' Ah yes, I have some information concerning you two gentlemen. As you may have heard, Ul'dah has a law that bans members of most beast tribes from entering the city. It was mainly to keep out goblin merchants, you see.
'''Royse:''' I have pored over─well, had someone else pore over─the documents and it seems there is no mention of the Mamool Ja whatsoever, meaning you are free to stay as long as you please.
'''Royse:''' Well, with that, I think my work here is done for the time being. Martyn, I leave [Forename] in your presumably capable hands. Best of luck!

'''Martyn:''' I'll admit, I didn't think this is how things would turn out, but what's life without a few surprises, eh? So, it looks like I'll be guidin' you on the path to becomin' a blue mage.
'''Martyn:''' I get the impression you're no stranger to gettin' up close and personal with fearsome beasties, but when it comes to mastering the Whalaqee's techniques, you've got a long way to go.
'''Martyn:''' It's the creatures themselves who'll be doin' all the teachin', though, and the spellbook'll point you in the right direction.
'''Martyn:''' 'Course, I wouldn't be much of a mentor if I just said, “Come back when you've got a few more spells under your belt.” Seems like you need somethin' specific to aim for.
'''Martyn:''' Tell you what, why don't you start by learnin' Blood Drain? And who knows─it might even come in handy!
'''Martyn:''' Oh, it nearly slipped my mind!
'''Martyn:''' There are a few spells that you can only learn from creatures in the New World. Luckily for you, Gaheel Ja has brought with him a fine selection of totems infused with their aether, to save you the trip across the Indigo Deep.
'''Martyn:''' No gettin' your hands dirty fightin' off fiends─just absorb the aether and the magick is yours!
'''Martyn:''' Naturally, we're not goin' to just give them to you, since you're still only a novice. Wouldn't want you bitin' off more than you can chew! When you think you're ready, talk to Gaheel Ja.

'''Wayward Gaheel Ja:''' Gaheel Ja very impressed by [Forename]'s bravery when kraken appeared. Now [Forename] must impress with skills as blue mage if you want these totems!

'''Martyn:''' You heard the man! There's a whole world of spells waitin' for you, so go and start learnin'!
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

Out of the Blue

2026-04-18T00:29:52Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Out of the Blue
| description = A Yellowjacket in need is a Yellowjacket indeed. ※This quest will unlock the blue mage job.
| image = BLU HW quest image1.png
| quest-giver = Zealous Yellowjacket
| related-npcs = Martyn; Maudlin Latool Ja; Wayward Gaheel Ja
| location = Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks
| location-x = 9.9
| location-y = 11.0
| type = job
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Class & Job Quests
| journal-category = Disciple of Magic Job Quests
| journal-genre = Blue Mage Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 50
| req-quest = The Ultimate Weapon
| req-items =
| requirements = Any [[Disciple of War]] or [[Disciple of Magic|Magic]] Lv. 50
| exp = 11700
| gil = 0
| reward1 = 1 Soul of the Blue Mage
| reward2 = 1 Rainmaker
| reward3 = 1 True Blue Attire Coffer (IL 1)
| unlocks = ot Blue Mage, ac Water Cannon, ap Blue Mage (Simple) Adventurer Plate
| prev-quest =
| next-quest = Blue Leading the Blue
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.5
| id-edb = 667c7f49a11
| id-gt = 68728
}}

==Walkthrough==
{{see also|Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide}}
==Steps==
*Rendezvous with the [[zealous Yellowjacket]] in [[Summerford]].
*Speak with the zealous Yellowjacket.
*Rendezvous with the zealous Yellowjacket at the [[Moraby Drydocks]].
*Rendezvous with the zealous Yellowjacket at [[the Salt Strand]].
*Speak with [[Martyn]].

==Journal==
*A Yellowjacket in need is a Yellowjacket indeed.
**※This quest will unlock the blue mage job.

*A highly strung Yellowjacket is scanning the Limsa Lominsa Aetheryte Plaza for bright-eyed adventurers when you happen to cross her line of sight. After calling you over, she explains that she is investigating a supposed blue mage, who has been selling soul crystals purportedly capable of bestowing mysterious abilities. However, many of his customers say these wares are worthless, after receiving no such benefits. Since the Yellowjacket has little experience dealing with magic or crystals, she enlists your help to determine the authenticity of the alleged fraud's claims.

*The self-proclaimed blue mage known as Martyn has set out his wares in the fields of Summerford and has gathered a small crowd of interested adventurers. He reveals that this esoteric school of magic was introduced to him by the Whalaqee people of the New World and its spells are learned from wild creatures by emulating the aetherial manipulation they use as self-defense. Martyn then proceeds to demonstrate an impressive selection of spells, leaving the onlookers awestruck. One potential customer raises concerns as to the risks involved with coming into close contact with ferocious beasts, leaving the others unsure about the validity of such a discipline. It is at this moment that two bloodthirsty Mamool Ja burst onto the scene, threatening to devour the adventurers, only to be stopped in their tracks by Martyn, who bombards them with yet more blue magic, sending them fleeing for their lives. This final display tips the scales in his favor and sets the crowd clamoring for the soul crystals, blue mage garments, and spellbooks that he has on offer. The Yellowjacket, however, still harbors doubts and believes the entire sales pitch to be nothing more than an elaborate ruse.

*Hoping to gain further information on Martyn's activities, the Yellowjacket has pursued him as far as the La Thagran Checkpoint. It appears that his next destination is the Moraby Drydocks, where you hope to gain more information about this suspicious character's recent activities.

*The guards at the Drydocks have seen Martyn scrounging for scraps of food from the mess hall, which strikes you as bizarre considering the amount of coin he seems to be making from the sales of his crystals. Although you and the Yellowjacket were unable to collar the man suspected of fraud, you have received information that he is heading in the direction of the Salt Strand.

*Just as the Yellowjacket predicted, Martyn is in league with the two Mamool Ja, and their attack was staged to help sell the rather dubious merchandise to unsuspecting adventurers. When Martyn is faced with charges of fraud, he openly admits employing underhanded methods, but is adamant that the goods are exactly as described. He insists that any customer claiming that they failed to acquire any spells after purchasing a soul crystal has neglected to follow the instructions provided. The Yellowjacket, being unlearned in aetherial control, asks whether you would be willing to try Martyn's methods to learn a blue magic spell, and you reluctantly agree. The Mamool Ja assistants draw out a kraken to teach you the Water Cannon spell, and although the beast is considerably larger than anticipated, you bravely run to confront it. The blue magic focus you wield, being entirely bereft of any magical properties, serves as little more than a lightweight cudgel as you proceed to pummel the creature into submission, all the while fending off jets of high-pressured water. After you narrowly secure victory, Martyn is confident that you have adequately proven the authenticity of the soul crystal and requests that you return the blue mage paraphernalia. The Yellowjacket, on the other hand, remains unconvinced and requires more substantial evidence before lifting the charges.

*Realizing that he must do more to escape arrest, Martyn foists upon you a full set of blue mage merchandise free of charge, in hopes that you will serve as living proof of the efficacy of his methods. While you are under no obligation to assist him any more than you already have, nonetheless, you accept the gift. Despite initially being part of the effort to secure his arrest, it seems you have been coerced into becoming his accomplice.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the Quest===
Zealous Yellowjacket: You there! Would I be right in guessing you're an adventurer? If so, I've a request to make.
Zealous Yellowjacket: We've had reports of some charlatan claiming to be a “blue mage,” whatever that's supposed to be. He could be a blue-arsed wharf rat for all I care, but I hear he's selling so-called soul crystals to adventurers for a tidy sum.
Zealous Yellowjacket: Apparently, they're meant to give the holder all sorts of mystical powers, which is a load of chocobo shite according to a dozen or so dissatisfied customers.
Zealous Yellowjacket: You see, spells and whatnot are not really my field of expertise, which is why I want you to help me investigate. I need you to tell me whether these crystals are the genuine article.
Zealous Yellowjacket: If they turn out to be fakes, I'll arrest him on charges of fraud and you will receive fair payment for your assistance. And if they by some miracle end up doing what he claims, you might be able to pick up a new parlor trick or two. So, are you in?
Zealous Yellowjacket: Very good. We've received word he's haranguing passersby near Summerford Farms. I'll meet you there.
-quest accepted

===Rendezvous with the zealous Yellowjacket in Summerford===
Zealous Yellowjacket: You got here just in time. It looks like he's about to make his pitch.

-cutscene start
Martyn@Supposed Blue Mage: Greetin's, ladies and gentlemen! The name's Martyn, and today I present to you a wonder of the New World. I call it “blue magic”!
Martyn: Beyond the Indigo Deep live the Whalaqee, who have their own unique brand of spellcastin'.
Martyn: Like black and white magic, it draws on aether from our surroundin's, but that's where the similarities end, my friends.
Martyn: I'm sure you've all seen wild creatures lashin' out with fire, ice, and what have you. It's a form of self-defense, see, but it's still magic.
Martyn: The Whalaqee discovered how to harness aether in the same way, and wield the forces of nature.
Martyn: "But how!?“ I hear you cry. It's simple! You have to attune your mind to the instincts of the beast! When a creature is driven to attack, you can see into its soul. When you overcome it in battle, you absorb some of its aether and make its power your own!
Martyn: 'Course, it's not as easy as pickin' fights with the local wildlife. But my Whalaqee mentors taught me well, and now it's my turn to teach you!
Martyn: Behold! The power of blue magic!

Impressionable Adventurer: By the Twelve! Did you see that!?

Martyn: I thought you'd be impressed. Now before anyone asks why it's called “blue” magic, let me tell you. For the Whalaqee, this color holds special meanin'. Sacred, even. And seein' as this ain't white or black magic, it seemed like the perfect fit.
Martyn: I suppose you're all also wonderin' what you need to become a blue mage like me.
Martyn: Well, for starters, you'll be wantin' one of these─a soul crystal. And don't forget a specially designed outfit to help you look the part!
Martyn: I'll even throw in one of these spellbooks, personally penned by yours truly, containin' everythin' you need to know about learnin' blue magic. I've got enough for all of you, but you'd better snap them up before it's too late!

Skeptical Adventurer@???: Are you lot really that dense? Can't you see he's playing you for fools?
Skeptical Adventurer: "Drive the beast to attack?“ More like ”run headlong into battle with only a silly blue costume for protection!“ Of course, no one can claim it's fraud when they're at the bottom of some creature's belly.

Wayward Gaheel Ja@Rampaging Mamool Ja: >> We feast on your flesh, smoothskins! Your gods cannot save you now! <<

Martyn: All of you, stay back!

Wayward Gaheel Ja@Rampaging Mamool Ja: >> No more! Please spare us! <<

Impressionable Adventurer: >> They never stood a chance! Bugger all this swords and shields nonsense─I'm giving blue magic a try! <<

Zealous Yellowjacket: There's definitely something fishy going on here, and the arrival of those Mamool Ja was a little too timely for my liking. Come on, let's see where he goes next.
-cutscene end

===Speak with the zealous Yellowjacket===
Zealous Yellowjacket: It looks like he's heading for the Moraby Drydocks. Follow me!

===Rendezvous with the zealous Yellowjacket at the Moraby Drydocks===
Zealous Yellowjacket: According to one of the guards, this Martyn character has been seen skulking around the docks over the last few days.
Zealous Yellowjacket: Apparently, he's been begging for leftovers from the mess hall. Considering that he's making gil hand over fist from gullible adventurers, this strikes me as more than a little odd. Anyway, he was last spotted making his way to the Salt Strand. Let's go!

===Rendezvous with the zealous Yellowjacket at the Salt Strand===
Zealous Yellowjacket: Just as I suspected─he's up to no good. Why else would he come all the way to a place like this?

-cutscene start
Maudlin Latool Ja@Dazed Mamool Ja: Martyn, you say you be less violent this time, but that was very violent! Very violent indeed!

Martyn: It all adds to the realism! And you lads did a great job. “Your gods cannot save you now!” Nice improvisation! That one bloke damn near shat himself.

Zealous Yellowjacket: I think we've seen enough.
Zealous Yellowjacket: Hold it right there! I'm placing you under arrest on charges of fraud!

Martyn: Fraud!? This is all a big misunderstandin'!

Zealous Yellowjacket: You can't pull the wool over my eyes─the game's up! And the same goes for you two. I knew you were in cahoots from the very beginning. As for those crystals, I'm about as convinced by them as I was by your acting.

Martyn: Say what you will about our sales technique, but there's nothin' dodgy with the merchandise!
Martyn: I'll have you know I poured my heart and soul into those crystals, and the spellbooks explain how to learn the magic. It ain't my fault if the buyers can't be arsed to read them.
Martyn: And if you're thinkin' about clappin' me in irons over the outfits not providin' enough protection, I can assure you they were tailored especially with the needs of a blue mage in mind. I'll admit, I had to cut a few corners to keep the cost down, but still...

Zealous Yellowjacket: It all boils down to whether the soul crystals are genuine or not.
Zealous Yellowjacket: I know it's a lot to ask, but would you try this blue magic of his?

Martyn: Come on, {{alternatives|f=miss|m=mate}}, don't be shy. Once you've learned your first spell, you'll know I ain't pullin' your leg. I'll even let you borrow one of the outfits.
Martyn: Oh yes, very fetchin'. While you've been gettin' changed, Latool Ja and Gaheel Ja have been lurin' over a nice, cooperative baby kraken to teach you Water Cannon.
Martyn: The bait's been laid, so one should turn up any moment now.

Maudlin Latool Ja@Latool Ja: Run away! Run away!

Martyn: That's...a bit on the big side, lads.
Martyn: Not to worry! All you have to do is give it a few licks with the patented blue magic focus, or “stick” if you prefer, and our tentacled friend'll return the favor...by firin' possibly quite painful jets of water at you. Oh, and try not to die!
Martyn: Impressive! After that little escapade, you should be able to fire your very own Water Cannon.
Martyn: By the by, you don't, strictly speakin', need to be struck by the magic you're tryin' to learn─but that'll probably happen whether you want it to or not. In some cases, repeatedly. As long as you're the one the beast's after, its power should be yours. Assumin' you can defeat it.
Martyn: You see, this is what most people don't realize about becomin' a blue mage. When you start out, you're like a blank slate. It takes a fair amount of recklessne─I mean bravery─to stare these creatures down and look into their souls.
Martyn: It's a shame that not all of my customers have your determination, but that's hardly grounds for callin' me a fraud!

Zealous Yellowjacket: You don't think he's telling the truth, do you?

Martyn: Now that's settled, I'll be havin' my wares back, if you don't mind.
-cutscene end

-optional start
Zealous Yellowjacket: Did you actually learn any blue magic?

Maudlin Latool Ja: Gaheel Ja and Latool Ja very sorry about kraken. We not expect such a large one!

Wayward Gaheel Ja: Smoothskin courageous indeed!
-optional end

===Speak with Martyn===
Martyn: What's that? You still don't believe me? To be honest, {{alternatives|f=miss|m=mate}}, I don't know what more I can do.
Martyn: Tell you what─why don't I give you a soul crystal, outfit, and spellbook for free? That way, as a fully fledged blue mage, you can act as livin' proof of my innocence. Sound fair to you?
-quest complete

System: Open the Blue Magic Spellbook under Character in the main menu to assign active actions.
System: Blue Mage arms generally have no effect on your attributes. However, equipping armor and accessories that boost your Intelligence will greatly increase the damage dealt by your offensive magic.
System: If you lose your blue mage gear, replacements can be purchased from Calamity salvagers in Limsa Lominsa, Gridania, and Ul'dah.

</nowiki>}}

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Duty Calls

2026-04-16T13:49:35Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Duty Calls
| description = [[P'tahjha]] of [[Mealvaan's Gate]] needs help collecting duty on imported goods.
| image =
| quest-giver = P'tahjha
| related-npcs = Latisha; Sundhimal
| location = Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks
| location-x = 4.3
| location-y = 11.3
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 1
| req-quest =
| req-items = 2 Log Assessor's Ledger
| requirements =
| exp = 50
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward1 = 5 Potion
| reward2 = 5 Ether
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65651
| id-edb = bc2bcc719c7
}}
==Steps==
*Deliver a log assessor's ledger to [[Sundhimal]].

*Deliver a log assessor's ledger to [[Latisha]].

==Journal==
*P'tahjha of Mealvaan's Gate needs help collecting duty on imported goods.

*P'tahjha bids you deliver two log assessor's ledgers. The recipient of the first is Sundhimal, who stands post at the Octant.

*You have delivered a ledger to Sundhimal. Next make your way to the Bismarck, and seek out Latisha.

*It appears the ledgers were bound for places where merchants are like to gather. In the course of your errand, you have learned something of customs enforcement in Limsa Lominsa.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''P'tahjha:''' Here at Mealvann's Gate, we inspect all the goods that are imported into Limsa Lominsa, and collect duty as the law requires. Some merchants, however, seek to evade this obligation, and we must chase them down.
'''P'tahjha:''' I would be grateful if you could deliver these two ledgers-one to a man named Sundhimal, whom you will find at the Octant, and the other to a woman named Latisha, who works at the Bismarck.
'''P'tahjha:''' If you are uncertain as to the whereabouts of the Bismarck, ask Sundhimal when you meet him, and he will point you in the right direction.
-quest accepted

===Deliver a log assessor's ledger to Sundhimal===
'''Sundhimal:''' A ledger from Mealvaan's Gate, you say?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Log Assessor's Ledger}}.''
'''Sundhimal:''' Yet more outstanding duty payments... When will those merchants ever learn? Very well, if I catch sight of any offenders, I shall drag them to the Gate, kicking and screaming if needs be.
'''Sundhimal:''' One more ledger bound for the Bismarck, you say? Follow this path to the upper decks, and you'll find the place.

===Deliver a log assessor's ledger to Latisha===
'''Latisha:''' Tax evaders among our patrons, you say? Goodness me...
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Log Assessor's Ledger}}.''
'''Latisha:''' I daresay this may well put an end to their appetite, but this is in the best interests of the city-state.
'''Latisha:''' If any of the merchants named in this ledger come to dine with us, I shall see that Mealvaan's Gate is notified without delay.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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The Rats in the Wharf

2026-04-16T13:46:06Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = The Rats in the Wharf
| description = H'naanza has a simple yet profitable task for an interested adventurer.
| image =
| quest-giver = H'naanza
| related-npcs = Baderon
| location = Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks
| location-x = 10
| location-y = 15
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 3
| req-quest =
| req-items =
| requirements =
| exp = 240
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt1 = 1 Leather Eyepatch
| reward-opt2 = 1 Hempen Hat
| reward-opt3 = 4 Allagan Tin Piece
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 66197
| id-edb = 7c0e4fa01b8
}}
==Steps==
*Slay wharf rats.

*Report to [[Baderon]].

==Journal==
*H'naanza has a simple yet profitable task for an interested adventurer.

*Baderon is offering a bounty to any adventurer willing to cull wharf rats. Venture outside the Tempest Gate and slay five of the pests.

*You mercilessly slaughter five of the disease-infested rats. Report to Baderon at the Drowning Wench and claim your reward.

*An anonymous benefactor was behind the bounty, claiming that the constant scurrying of rats was driving him insane. Yet despite your efforts, Baderon suspects that the strange man will forever be tormented by the furry creatures.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''H'naanza:''' Hmmm? Are you in need of some trifling task to pass the time? Then I have just the job for you.
'''H'naanza:''' Baderon is offering a reward to any adventurer who slays at least five wharf rats.
'''H'naanza:''' There's no shortage of the pests lurking outside the Tempest Gate, so you should hurry and take advantage of this opportunity.
-quest accepted

===Report to Baderon===
'''Baderon:''' Ah, so ye slew a few rats! Good on ye, {{alternatives|f=lass|m=lad}}!
'''Baderon:''' This bloke comes through the other day and plops this 'uge sack the size of a bleedin' goobue on the counter, sayin' any man what slays rats can 'ave somethin' from within.
'''Baderon:''' When I inquires as to why, all 'e says is the damn ''noise'' they make when scurryin' about is drivin' 'im insane. Ye ask me though, 'e was already a bit touched. Somethin' tells me the poor lad'll never find peace.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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Back in the Water

2026-04-16T13:43:29Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = Back in the Water
| description = Sisipu of the Fishermen's Guild wants to order a new fishing boat.
| image =
| quest-giver = Sisipu
| related-npcs = H'naanza
| location = Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks
| location-x = 7.9
| location-y = 14.5
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 3
| req-quest =
| req-items =
| requirements =
| exp = 120
| gil = 115
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt1 = 5 Potion
| reward-opt2 = 5 Ether
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65657
| id-edb = 1fdc4f046e4
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[H'naanza]] at the Armorers' Guild.

==Journal==
*Sisipu of the Fishermen's Guild wants to order a new fishing boat.

*Keen to take to the seas once more, Sisipu expresses her desire to have a new fishing boat built. She bids you consult with Forgemaster H'naanza of the Armorers' Guild in her stead regarding how long the commission might take.

*H'naanza regretfully informs you that Naldiq & Vymelli's is presently occupied with a large commission. Nonetheless, the forgemaster promises to do what she can in honor of the longstanding relationship between their two guilds.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Sisipu:''' The Calamity really knocked the wind out the fishing industry's sails, but fisherfolk are starting to return to the seas once more. It's past time I did the same.
'''Sisipu:''' But before I can put out to sea again, I need to have a new boat built. Our guild has always commissioned Naldiq & Vymelli's for its crafts, but they are beastly busy these days.
'''Sisipu:''' If you want for something to do, mayhap you could run over to Armorers' Guild and consult with Forgemaster H'naanza in my stead. I would know how long we might expect to have to wait.
-quest accepted

===Speak with H'naanza at the Armorers' Guild===
'''H'naanza:''' A new boat for the Fishermen's Guild? I'm afraid now isn't the best time...
'''H'naanza:''' You see, we have recently taken on a commission for a galleon. This task alone has all our hands full.
'''H'naanza:''' But look, I will see what I can do. The Fishermen's Guild has long been one of our best clients, and I would be loath to disappoint Sisipu. It may yet take a while, but I shall endeavor to have her boat ready in a timely fashion.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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One Man's Relic

2026-04-15T05:51:08Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = One Man's Relic
| description = [[Annes]] seeks relics of a particular sort, and she suspects you may know where to find them.
| image =
| quest-giver = Annes
| location = Gangos
| location-x = 6.2
| location-y = 5.4
| type = repfeature
| quest-line = Resistance Weapons Quests
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
| journal-genre = Resistance Weapons Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 80
| req-quest = Fit for a Queen
| req-items = 1 Enigmatic Bozjan Relic
| requirements = {{Mettle}} 78,000
| exp = 0
| gil = 1000
| mettle = 12000
| reward1 = 3 Bozjan Gold Coin
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-edb = 95da8246433
| id-gt = 69564
}}

==Walkthrough==
This quest can be completed once per week, and the reset time is the normal [[Weekly Reset]].

==Steps==
*Enter [[Delubrum Reginae]].
*Deliver the [[Enigmatic Bozjan Relic|enigmatic Bozjan relic]] to [[Annes]].

==Journal==
*Annes seeks relics of a particular sort, and she suspects you may know where to find them.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
>If under 78,000 mettle
System: In order to undertake this quest, you must have amassed 78,000 mettle.
System: You have currently amassed [number] mettle.
---
===Accepting the quest===
>If completing quest for the first time
Annes: Blade [Surname]! A pleasure to make your acquaintance. My name is Annes.
Annes: Zlatan has told me much of your difficulties working with Gerolt. N-Not to say that ''he'' is difficult to work with, mind. Ahem. He has also told me all about your exploits on the southern front.
Annes: And that is precisely why I am here. I believe my research on tools and weapons from ancient Bozja may be of assistance to you.
Annes: The recently discovered ruins of the Bozjan palace are no doubt rife with such relics. If you should happen to explore its depths, I would be most grateful if you could bring back anything you find.
Annes: Safe travels, Blade [Surname]. I look forward to your return.

System: This quest can be completed once per week, with completion status being reset every [Reset].
System: The item Annes seeks can be obtained by completing the raid “Delubrum Reginae.”
System: To enter Delubrum Reginae, speak with Sjeros in Gangos.

> Repeating the quest
Annes: It is good to see you, Blade [Surname]. The relics you retrieved from the ruins have been of great help in my research.
Annes: Since you seem to have quite a talent for unearthing ancient artifacts, perhaps you could widen the net─so to speak─to include tools used in Bozjan rituals. They would certainly be a boon to our work.
Annes: Naturally, some relics are more useful than others, so any that we do not require for our work are yours to keep.
Annes: I would be most grateful for any relics you can find that may have been used in ancient rituals. But do be careful down there. There may be all manner of traps set to protect the place.
---

-optional start
Annes: I would be most grateful for any relics you can find that may have been used in ancient rituals. But do be careful down there. There may be all manner of traps set to protect the place.
-optional end

===Deliver the enigmatic Bozjan relic to Annes===
> If completing the quest for the first time
Annes: You are returned! And in one piece, I see. Were you able to recover anything of note from the ruins?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Enigmatic Bozjan Relic}}.''
Annes: Extraordinary. Simply extraordinary. My, and what is this...?
Annes: There seems to be some sort of ancient coinage mixed in with the accoutrements you've brought. While collectors may be fascinated by this ancient currency, it falls beyond our field of study, so you are welcome to keep it.
Annes: In any case, you have given us more than enough to work with for the time being. Thank you, Blade [Surname].

> Repeating the quest
Annes: You have a fine eye for antiquities, Blade [Surname]. My, and what is this...?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Enigmatic Bozjan Relic}}.''
Annes: More coinage! As agreed, you may do with it as you will. Thank you again for all your help.
---
</nowiki>}}

I Stay the Streetlight

2026-04-15T04:08:52Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = I Stay the Streetlight
| description = N'tanmo needs help keeping the city a bright and cheery place.
| image =
| quest-giver = N'tanmo
| related-npcs = Sisipu
| location = Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks
| location-x = 11
| location-y = 11
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 2
| req-quest =
| req-items = 7 Streetlamp Oil
| requirements =
| exp = 82
| gil = 110
| mettle =
| reward1 = 5 Potion
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Lost and Found
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65656
| id-edb = 24916830a8f
}}
==Steps==
*Refill guttering streetlamps with streetlamp oil.

*Speak with [[Sisipu]] at the Fishermen's Guild.

==Journal==
*N'tanmo needs help keeping the city a bright and cheery place.

*Unable to leave her post, N'tanmo has tasked you with inspecting the streetlamps about town. Refill them with streetlamp oil lest they run dry.

*You have refilled all of the guttering streetlamps. Speak with Sisipu at the Fishermen's Guild to receive more streetlamp oil.

*You learn that N'tanmo has a habit of foisting her duties upon fledgling adventurers, much to Sisipu's disapproval. However, you sense that there is more to Sisipu's frustrations than meets the eye.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''N'tanmo:''' Sounds like you're already in the Yellowjackets' good graces. You truly are a model adventurer-a paragon among your fellows! ...Um, do you think you could do me a favor?
'''N'tanmo:''' You see, I'm supposed to go and fill up all the streetlamps with oil so that they'll stay lit through the night. But thanks to the business of missing people, I can't simply up and leave my post.
'''N'tanmo:''' If you could tend to the streetlamps in my stead, I'd be ''eternally'' grateful.
'''N'tanmo:''' Oh, and when you're finished, please fetch more oil from Sisipu in the Fisherman's Guild. We're running low here, and she has care of our stores.
-quest accepted

===Speak with Sisipu at the Fishermen's Guild===
'''Sisipu:''' ...You're doing ''what''!? <sigh> What am I to do with that girl?
'''Sisipu:''' She has the nerve to ask me for work, twaddlin' tripe about her savings, only to foist it on the first adventurer that comes along!
'''Sisipu:''' Being young and pretty does ''not'' give you license to shirk responsibility! Aye, she'll get her oil all right...and a piece of my mind to boot!
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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Lost and Found

2026-04-15T04:06:18Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = Lost and Found
| description = [[Ginnade]] seeks help with a growing problem in [[Limsa Lominsa]].
| image =
| quest-giver = Ginnade
| related-npcs = N'delika
| location = Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks
| location-x = 11.1
| location-y = 6.4
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 2
| req-quest =
| req-items = 1 Missing Persons List
| requirements =
| exp = 82
| gil = 110
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest = I Stay the Streetlight
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65655
| id-edb = 5b938667e59
}}
==Steps==
*Deliver the missing persons list to [[N'delika]] in Bulwark Hall.

==Journal==
*Ginnade seeks help with a growing problem in Limsa Lominsa.

*You have been entrusted with a missing persons list from Ginnade. Deliver it to N'delika, who can be found welcoming newcome travelers in Bulwark Hall, on the lower decks.

*In spite of her appearance, N'delika is a member of the Yellowjackets, charged with keeping a watchful eye over all who enter and leave the city.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Ginnade:''' An alarming number of citizens have gone missing of late, though I suspect you've already heard the rumors.
'''Ginnade:''' It is essential that we ascertain their safety. To this end, I have prepared a list based on reports from our citizens. Would you be so kind as to deliver it to my colleague in Bulwark Hall? N'delika is her name. My thanks in advance, friend.
-quest accepted

===Deliver the missing persons list to N'delika in Bulwark Hall===
'''N'delika:''' Welcome to Limsa Lominsa! If there's aught you would like to know, feel free to- ...Hm? You've got something for me, you say? A missing persons list? I'm not sure I follow...
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Missing Persons List}}.''
'''N'delika:''' (Thanks for bringing the list-I'll be sure to memorize these names. If any of the missing persons reappear, you can count on me to spot them.)
'''N'delika:''' (Most folk enter the city via the Zephyr Drift, which means they must pass through Bulwark Hall. That's why I'm on constant watch here, and undercover so as to keep an eye out for suspicious activity.)
'''N'delika:''' (I've been doing this for so long, I've become a pretty good judge of character. If there're shady characters skulking about, you can rest assured I can pick them out. Heh heh heh.)
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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Licensed to Reave

2026-04-15T03:57:22Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = Licensed to Reave
| description = Mordyn would like to make you a completely legal proposition.
| image =
| quest-giver = Mordyn
| related-npcs = Carvallain; Ginnade; Lyngsath
| location = Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks
| location-x = 11.2
| location-y = 7.9
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Lominsan Sidequests
| journal-genre = La Noscean Sidequests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 2
| req-quest =
| req-items = 2 Seventh Sage Sampler
| requirements =
| exp = 82
| gil = 110
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65654
| id-edb = 264f470b4af
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[Carvallain]].

*Deliver a Seventh Sage sampler to [[Ginnade]] at the Coral Tower.

*Deliver a Seventh Sage sampler to [[Lyngsath]] at the Bismarck.

*Speak with Carvallain.

==Journal==
*Mordyn would like to make you a completely legal proposition.

*Mordyn invites you to take on a job for the Kraken's Arms, one of Limsa Lominsa's greatest pirating crews. Should you be interested, seek out Captain Carvallain, who awaits upon the balcony above the Seventh Sage.

*Carvallain has prepared two sets of spice samplers, which he requires delivered to two individuals. Take the first to Ginnade in the Coral Tower, and the second to Lyngsath at the Bismarck.

*You have delivered both sets of spice samplers. Report back to Carvallain.

*In completing the task, you have endeared yourself to Carvallain. He reveals to you his ambitions to grow rich as a privateer, attacking and looting Garlean ships in the Admiral's name.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
'''Mordyn:''' Ye want fer coin, 'venturer? 'Ow'd ye fancy workin' for the Kraken's Arms, one o' the greatest piratin' crews in Limsa?
'''Mordyn:''' If yer interested, take yerself up these 'ere steps to the balcony above, an' talk to Carvallain, our cap'n. Do right by 'im, an' 'e'll do right by ye.
-quest accepted

===Speak with Carvallain===
'''Carvallain:''' Greetings, friend, and welcome to the Seventh Sage, purveyors of the finest spices from the East. All our products are guaranteed obtained through completely ''legal'' means.
'''Carvallain:''' Oh, you do not seek spices, but employment? Well then, let us speak of how you might be of service to our organization.
'''Carvallain:''' Our ''Misery'' returned from her latest voyage bearing exotic ''spices'' never before seen in Eorzea. I have prepared two samplers, each of which I would have you deliver to certain individuals.
'''Carvallain:''' The first is for Ginnade, whom you will find at the Coral Tower. The second is for Master Lyngsath, the head chef of the Bismarck. And ''do'' make certain the right person gets the right set. Go now, and return here once you have accomplished the task.

===Deliver a Seventh Sage sampler to Ginnade===
'''Ginnade:''' Welcome to the headquarters of the Yellowjackets, the keepers of the peace in Limsa Lominsa. Is there aught I can assist you with?
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Seventh Sage Sampler}}.''
'''Ginnade:''' A sample of spice courtesy of the Seventh Sage, you say? Hmmm... There is no mistake-this is firesand, and the kind used by the Garleans besides. Quite intriguing. Very well, we will consider placing an order.
'''Ginnade:''' Oh? You thought that you had brought me spice? I see you are not familiar with ''Carvallainisms''. For the sake of convenience, he uses the word "spice" to refer to literally anything he has procured on the high seas.
'''Ginnade:''' Lest you worry, the man isn't engaged in any activity that is considered piracy. Far from it. Think of him as a trader-a heavily armed one-who represents Lominsan interests in eastern lands.

===Delivering a Seventh Sage sampler to Lyngsath===
'''Lyngsath:''' A new sample from the Seventh Sage? Alright, let's 'ave a whiff of it, then.
''The player hands over 1 {{i|Seventh Sage Sampler}}.''
'''Lyngsath:''' Hmmm... Ain't smelled nothin' like it afore. The note as came with it says it's a root what grows on Othard.
'''Lyngsath:''' Last I 'eard, Othard was under imperial rule. 'Ow the seven 'ells did Carvallain manage to get 'old o' this?
'''Lyngsath:''' Anyroad, I reckon I can cook up summat fresh an' new with it. Thanks fer the delivery, friend.

===Speak with Carvallain===
'''Carvallain:''' Welcome back. It would seem both samples were rather well received, and this is in no small part due to our affable courier.
'''Carvallain:''' 'Tis unfortunate, but notoriety accumulated over the course of years does not fade overnight. There are many still who are hesitant to do business with savage pirates.
'''Carvallain:''' Yet the old days of piracy have passed, giving way to a new wave of opportunity. My crew and I have decided to embrace this wave.
'''Carvallain:''' With the Admiral's blessing, we engage in a form of ''trade'' with Garlean ships. Everything we do, you may rest assured, is within the law.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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No Quarter Given

2026-04-15T03:49:23Z

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{{Quest infobox
| title = No Quarter Given
| description = [[Guithrit]] wishes to enlist the services of an adventurer in the fight against the [[Ixal]].
| image =
| quest-giver = Guithrit
| location = North Shroud
| location-x = 28.6
| location-y = 25.7
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Gridanian Sidequests
| journal-genre =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 7
| req-quest =
| req-items =
| requirements =
| exp = 560
| gil = 156
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = The Valued Vilekin
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65710
| id-edb = e9e2a897550
}}
==Steps==
*Slay Ixali dulltalons.

*Slay Ixali lostwings.

*Slay Ixali slowbeaks.

*Report to Guithrit outside E-Tatt's Spire.

==Journal==
*Guithrit wishes to enlist the services of an adventurer in the fight against the Ixal.

*The Wood Wailer Guithrit reveals that Ixali scouts have made an incursion into Gridanian territory. He bids you slay two Ixali dulltalons, two Ixali lostwings, and two Ixali slowbeaks, before the birdmen can advance far enough to pose a threat to civilians.

*You exact bloody vengeance on the Ixali scouts. Guithrit will want to hear of your success.

*While your actions have helped contain the Ixal menace for the time being, it will not be long before they return to threaten the people of Gridania. It seems that Guithrit and his superiors will use the brief respite you have bought them to find a more permanent solution.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Guithrit: Ah, [Forename]─ just the {{alternatives|m=fellow|f=person}}! Your efforts on behalf of Treespeak Stables mark you out as a genuine talent. If you have confidence in your battlecraft, mayhap you would agree to help us in our fight against the Ixal.

Guithrit: According to reports, Ixali scouts have been sighted by the river, due west of here. Though that area is uninhabited, it borders Treespeak Stables and Blessed Bud.

Guithrit: We mean to drive them off before they can threaten our people. If several of their scouting parties were to be summarily dispatched, it might give their leaders cause to doubt the wisdom of their plan.

Guithrit: Slay two Ixali dulltalons, two Ixali lostwings, and two Ixali slowbeaks. Show them the price they must pay for setting foot in our territory.
-quest accepted

===Report to Guithrit outside E-Tatt's Spire===
Guithrit: It was bloody work, but it had to be done. Your service to Gridania will not be forgotten.

Guithrit: Thanks to you, we now have time to plot our next move. We could muster our forces and take the battle to the birdmen, or consolidate our defenses before they return. I must needs consult with the commander.
-quest complete
</nowiki>}}

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The Valued Vilekin

2026-04-15T03:40:59Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = The Valued Vilekin
| description = [[Bodwine]] is seeking an adventurer to make a delivery.
| image =
| quest-giver = Bodwine
| related-npcs = Guithrit
| location = North Shroud
| location-x = 28.3
| location-y = 28.3
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Gridanian Sidequests
| journal-genre =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 6
| req-quest =
| req-items = 1 Aphids
| requirements =
| exp = 450
| gil = 147
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt(1-8) =
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Jumping at Shadows
| next-quest = No Quarter Given
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65707
| id-edb = 3d9e7f2527b
}}
==Steps==
*Search for aphids in the tangled undergrowth.

*Gather aphids from the tangled undergrowth.

*Deliver the aphids to Guithrit.

==Journal==
*Bodwine is seeking an adventurer to make a delivery.

*Bodwine asks you to gather aphids from the tangled undergrowth near Blessed Bud. He warns you that ladybugs are rather fond of the tiny vilekin, and may not take kindly to your presence.

*You defeat the bloodthirsty ladybug in an epic struggle that shan't soon be forgotten. Gather your hard-earned aphids and be on your way.

*You gather the aphids without further incident. Deliver them to Guithrit outside E-Tatt's Spire.

*Grateful for the delivery, Guithrit explains the surprising importance of aphid oil to the Wood Wailers. Thanks to your aid, they can once again focus on protecting Gridania from her enemies.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Bodwine: We haven't forgotten how ye helped us out with them mitelin's. Speakin' o' which, if ye've got a bit o' time to spare, could I trouble ye to gather some aphids?

Bodwine: Ye can find 'em livin' in the tangled undergrowth near Blessed Bud. But don't be surprised if yer presence attracts a starvin' ladybug or two. They're rather fond of o' the wee vilekin, ye see.

Bodwine: When ye've gathered the aphids, deliver 'em to Captain Guithrit over at E-Tatt's Spire. And tell him Treespeak Stables sends its regards.
-quest accepted

====Deliver the Aphids to Guithrit====
Guithrit: What's that? You have something for me?

''The player hands over 1 {{i|Aphids}}.''
Guithrit: Ah, aphids from Bodwine! This is indeed a blessing.

Guithrit: What use have we for aphids, you ask? Why, their oil of course! There is naught better for maintaining our weapons.

Guithrit: Were it not for your timely delivery, I would have been forced to send a sentry to replenish our dwindling supplies. I'll have to thank Bodwine personally. And thanks to you as well, friend.
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

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Essential Oil

2026-04-15T00:44:15Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Essential Oil
| description = [[Braya]] is busy with preparations for the coming ceremony and needs an adventurer to bring her scarlet oil.
| image =
| quest-giver = Braya
| location = Old Gridania
| location-x = 6.3
| location-y = 11.0
| type = side
| quest-line =
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Gridanian Sidequests
| journal-genre =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 3
| req-quest =
| req-items = 6 Scarlet Oil
| requirements =
| exp = 240
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward(1-10) =
| overridereward(1-10) =
| reward-opt1 = 1 Fingerless Leather Gloves
| reward-opt2 = 1 Leather Lightmitts
| reward-opt3 = 1 Allagan Bronze Piece
| overridereward-opt(1-8) =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest =
| next-quest =
| patch = 2.0
| release =
| id-gt = 65567
| id-edb = 40015d39c79
}}
== Objectives ==
* Obtain scarlet oil from little ladybugs. 0/6
* Deliver the scarlet oil to Braya.

==Journal==
* Braya, a somewhat stiff but well-meaning conjurer's apprentice, is mortified to discover that the guild's stores of scarlet oil are insufficient for the coming ceremony. Slay six ladybugs near the Bannock and bring her the oil she needs.
* You heroically slay six ladybugs and extract scarlet oil from their still-twitching corpses. Return to Stillglade Fane and triumphantly deliver the oil to Braya.
* Braya's expression betrays no hint of emotion as she graciously accepts the scarlet oil. With one less worry, perhaps she will be able to relax a little...someday.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Braya: Might you perchance be comfortable around vilekin? If so, I have urgent need of your assistance.

Braya: You see, I was preparing for the forthcoming auguries when I found, to my great embarrassment, that we lack the requisite quantity of scarlet oil.

Braya: If it is not too much to ask, I would be most grateful if you could resupply us in time for the ceremony.

Braya: Scarlet oil can be harvested from ladybugs, such as those found near the Bannock. Six of the vilekin should yield the necessary amount. Pray return to me as soon as you have it.
-quest accepted

===Deliver the Scarlet Oil to Braya===
Braya: Ah, you are back. Have you procured the scarlet oil as I requested?

''The player hands over 6 {{i|Scarlet Oil}}.''

Braya: Yes, everything appears to be in order. The ceremony may proceed as planned. I am grateful...

Braya: ...to the elementals for delivering you to us. Pray accept this small token of our appreciation.
-quest complete

</nowiki>}}

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Let Me Holster That for You

2026-04-06T02:49:20Z

Maleficentabsinthe: formatted dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Let Me Holster That for You
| description = [[Kriv]] believes he knows a way to increase your arsenal of [[Lost Actions|lost actions]].
| image =
| quest-giver = Kriv
| location = Gangos
| location-x = 6.1
| location-y = 6.7
| type = feature
| quest-line = Resistance Weapons Quests
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
| journal-genre = Resistance Weapons Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 80
| requirements =
| req-items = 3 Garlean Synthetic Fabric
| exp = 0
| gil = 575
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Fit for a Queen
| next-quest =
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-edb = 89353d73886
| id-gt = 69565
}}

==Walkthrough==
Can also be bought from the [[Market Board]]. Completion of this quest increases the maximum capacity of the [[Lost Actions]] holster by 10.

==Steps==
*Obtain [[Garlean Synthetic Fabric|pieces of Garlean synthetic fabric]]. 0/3
*Deliver the pieces of Garlean synthetic fabric to [[Kriv]].

==Journal==
*Kriv believes he knows a way to increase your arsenal of lost actions.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Kriv: Blade [Surname], yes? I don't believe we've met. My name is Kriv. I understand you are familiar with the fruits of my research in memory.
Kriv: As a matter of fact, our quartermasters have told me much of your findings on the front lines.
Kriv: And thanks to said findings, we believe it now possible to expand the lost finds holster even further than previously believed.
Kriv: Though I suppose it only fair we give credit to the Garleans, albeit begrudgingly.
Kriv: You see, in salvaging gear and supplies from the front, we discovered their uniforms are made using synthetic fibers that are remarkably nonconductive to aether. We believe it may be suitable for insulating the holster, thus allowing us to safely increase its capacity.
Kriv: Unfortunately, we are struggling to procure sufficient quantities of the material to test our theories. With your help, however, I believe we may be able to put them to the proof.
Kriv: We require more of their synthetic fabric to see our work complete. If you should find any when next you leave to the front lines, please bring it back to us.

System: Garlean synthetic fabric can be obtained by participating in skirmishes and critical engagements in Save the Queen areas.
-quest accepted
-optional start
Kriv: Please, Blade [Surname], if you can retrieve any of their fabric─any at all─it would be a boon to our research.

System: Garlean synthetic fabric can be obtained by participating in skirmishes and critical engagements in Save the Queen areas.
-optional end

===Deliver the pieces of Garlean synthetic fabric to Kriv===
Kriv: Once we have the necessary samples, we may begin the testing procedure.
''Hand over 3 {{i|Garlean Synthetic Fabric}}.''
Kriv: Yes, yes, this will do nicely. Now, may I examine your holster?
Kriv: And...there. Everything appears to be in order.
Kriv: Here you are. I pray your now-expanded arsenal will help further turn the tide of battle in our favor.
Kriv: With Mistress Mikoto and Master Gerolt's assistance, we will surely have more to offer you in the future. Safe travels, Blade [Surname].
-quest complete
System: The maximum capacity of the lost finds holster has been increased by 10.
</nowiki>}}

In the Queen's Image

2026-04-06T02:35:03Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = In the Queen's Image
| description = Recent events on [[The Bozjan Southern Front|the southern front]] have [[Gerolt]] feeling inspired.
| image = in the queens image1.png
| quest-giver = Gerolt (ShB)
| related-npcs = Regana; Zlatan
| location = Gangos
| location-x = 6.2
| location-y = 5.0
| type = feature
| quest-line = Resistance Weapons Quests
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
| journal-genre = Resistance Weapons Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 80
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 0
| gil = 615
| mettle =
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = The Will to Resist, Fit for a Queen
| next-quest = Change of Arms
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-gt = 69573
| id-edb = 3a701be315d
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[Zlatan]].

==Journal==
*Recent events on the southern front have Gerolt feeling inspired.

*The Resistance has graciously allowed Gerolt to examine Save the Queen. Impressed by its craftsmanship and capacity for memories, he has been inspired to incorporate what he learned from the holy blade into the Resistance weapons. The process will require a great deal more memories, however, and for that he would ask you to consult with Zlatan.

*Zlatan would discuss the matter of gathering more memories after you are duly prepared. Though he has yet to elaborate on what manner of memories may be required, you suspect a trying experience yet awaits you.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the Quest===
-cutscene start
Gerolt: Made it back in one piece, eh, [Forename]? Same goes for Misija, 'cept she's been taken off to the gaols. I s'pose that's the last we'll be hearin' of Queen Gunnhildr an' all.
Zlatan: That Save the Queen should be returned to us at last... Words cannot well express our gratitude.
Zlatan: Ahem. But that is not to say our work is finished. Far from it.
Gerolt: We were lucky enough to be given a look at the blade itself. To say it's perfect is a damned understatement.
Gerolt: An' its capacity fer memory's unlike anythin' I've ever seen. A quality I reckon's worth tryin' to replicate.
Zlatan: We could never hope to match the efficacy of Save the Queen, there is no denying that. But if there is even the slimmest possibility of improving the Resistance weapons, we must try.
Gerolt: Aye, and if all goes to plan, we can do a mite more than simply increasin' their power. I see no reason why the memories can't be used to better attune the weapons to the one wieldin' 'em.
Regana: Excuse me, but I think I misheard you. Did you say that the Resistance weapons can not only be refined, but tailored specifically to [Forename]'s preferred style of combat?
Gerolt: In theory. The finer details can be hammered out later. First, we need to see about increasin' the weapons' capacity fer memories.
Regana: I see... Might you humor me with further explanation of your plans? There may be something in my research that proves of use in the refinement process.
Gerolt: Rowena's got me in enough of a bind as it is, and relyin' on one of her lackeys is only gonna make things worse. Then again, I haven't much of a say in the matter, do I...?
Gerolt: But sod all that for now, let's talk about the job at hand.
Gerolt: If any o' this is goin' to work, I'll have to recast yer weapon. I've got a shape in mind, so while I'm readyin' the forge, I need you to go an' gather more memories o' the dyin'.
Gerolt: Bugger me if I knew where to find 'em, though. Might be ol' Zatro here can─No, that ain't right. Uh... Wait, don't tell me...
Zlatan: For the last time, my name is... <sigh> Never mind. If it please you, Blade [Surname], we may speak on the matter of memories later.
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
-optional start
Gerolt: I know he's cross with me forgettin' his name, but can ye blame me? Only thing I do remember is letters ain't supposed to fit together like that. It ain't right, {{alternatives|f=lass|m=lad}}. It just ain't right...
-optional end

===Speak with Zlatan===
Zlatan: As Gerolt mentioned before, we would ask you to gather more memories while we see to preparations for a new weapon casting.
Zlatan: With regard to what manner of memory would be appropriate for this latest endeavor, we may discuss that when you are ready to depart.
-quest complete
System: A new Resistance weapons quest is now available from Zlatan
</nowiki>}}

[[Category:Save the Queen]]

Delubrum Reginae

2026-04-06T02:13:26Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added duty dialogue

{{see also|Delubrum Reginae (Savage)|Field Operations}}
{{Duty infobox
| description = Beneath the wastes of Bozja Citadel lie the ruins of Queen Gunnhildr's kingdom. The temple at its heart, once a shining beacon of hope for Bozja, now remains forever shrouded in darkness. And it is there the Warrior of Light must lay the queen's legacy to rest.
| image = DelubrumReginae.png
| type = BSF
| level = 80
| level-sync = 80
| ilvl = 430
| ilvl-sync = 430
| size = flex24
| unsync = n
| difficulty = normal
| time-limit = 180
| phoenix-down = y
| tomestones = 400 Poetics
| req-quest = Fit for a Queen
| region = ???
| entrance = Gangos
| entrance-coordinates = 5.5, 5.4
| patch = 5.45
| release = Shadowbringers
| echo = varies
| no-footer-text = y
}} [[Delubrum Reginae]] is a 1- to 24-player [[duty]] wherein players must brave the depths of ancient Bozjan ruins, making effective use of lost actions to avoid its myriad perils and pitfalls.
==Entering Delubrum Reginae==
Players can enter Delubrum Reginae by speaking with [[Mikoto]] at [[The Lost Trace]] or [[Sjeros]] in [[Gangos]] {{coords|5.5, 5.4}}. The latter option is much more common. Once registered, players will be matched together regardless of their job's role. To enter as a party or alliance, the party or alliance leader must be the one to speak with the aforementioned NPCs.
* Players are free to change areas after registering.
* When registering as an alliance, please note that alliances will be temporarily disbanded upon entering.
* The maximum waiting time for matching is 10 minutes. Once the limit is reached, players will be prompted to enter the duty even if they have not reached the maximum party size of 24.
* Parties comprised of less than 24 players will be granted the power of the Echo. The strength of the Echo is determined by the number of players matched. Fewer players will result in a stronger Echo effect.
* '''Note:''' As this duty is relatively unpopulated since the release of [[Endwalker]] ([[patch 6.0]]), using matchmaking may not be recommended to complete this duty for the first time or to "farm" it later. While the maximum queue time is 10 minutes, and small parties receive a substantial Echo buff, very small parties may still struggle to complete the duty due to the punishment for failing mechanics (see [[Delubrum Reginae#Boss Notes|below]]). A preferred way is to form a premade party using '''[[Party Finder]]'''.

==Duty-specific Rules and Features==
The following duty-specific rules and features will be applied upon entering Delubrum Reginae:

===Level Sync===
Character levels will be synced to level 80. All equipment will be adjusted upwards or downwards to item level 430. Furthermore, [[materia]] bonuses will be ignored, regardless of the item level of gear affixed with materia. It is not possible to use an [[Unrestricted Party]] (i.e., with level and item level sync disabled).

===Party Composition===
Unlike other instanced duties, players may freely disband and reform parties while inside Delubrum Reginae.
* Please note that if you enter Delubrum Reginae as a member of a party, even if you leave it while within the duty, you will be returned to that party upon exiting the instance.

===Countdowns, Field Markers, and Signs===
Unlike other instanced duties, the use of countdowns, field markers, and signs is shared among all players in the instance.

===Lost Actions===
Any lost actions obtained on the [[Bozjan Southern Front]], or previously set as duty actions, will carry over into this duty. A lost finds cache and Resistance appraiser are also available at the start of the instance.

While players cannot change jobs after entering this duty, lost actions may be used to help compensate for roles that may be absent from your party.

===Traps===
[[File:Delubrum Reginae2.png|350px|right]]
Players may encounter traps while fighting their way through Delubrum Reginae. Traps are invisible and, when triggered, can deal large amounts of damage or afflict players with any number of debilitating effects. That said, {{item icon|Lost Perception}} will allow one to detect traps before they are activated.

Traps can also be easily dealt with if a tank brings {{item icon|Lost Swift}}. If they activate Swift and invuln before any section with traps, they will be able to set off all traps without consequence.

===Penalties===
Players who are incapacitated during this duty will lose mettle. An additional penalty to mettle will be incurred when returning to the start of the instance or abandoning the duty without being raised.
* Resistance rank cannot go down from losing mettle.

Players who are the first to leave the instance from a matched party will not incur a Duty Finder penalty, unlike most other duties. Matched parties cannot backfill if players leave before the duty is complete.

===Gear Effects===
The additional effects of Bozjan gear will also be applied in Delubrum Reginae.

===Rewards===
Treasure coffers that appear in this instance yield separate rewards for each player. Be certain to open any you find as you fight your way through the ruins.

==Boss Notes==

Abilities such as '''{{action icon|Arm's Length}}''' and '''{{action icon|Surecast}}''' will '''NOT''' prevent knockback mechanics throughout the instance, so be sure to respect knockback mechanics as if you do not have those abilities equipped. Furthermore, any player who is hit by a mechanic (and survives) will acquire a stackable debuff called {{status effect|debuff|File:Twice-come ruin icon1.png}} '''Twice-come Ruin''' that will last for just under 2 minutes. If a player with {{status effect|debuff|File:Twice-come ruin icon1.png}} '''Twice-come Ruin''' is hit by another mechanic and survives (thus acquires a second stack), the debuff will be converted into {{status effect|doom}} '''[[Doom (status effect)|Doom]]''', leading to eventual and unavoidable death. As a result, avoiding mechanics is often a larger priority than maintaining uptime, especially if you wish to avoid losing '''Mettle'''.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Trinity Seeker]]==

The first boss within Delubrum Reginae is fought within a circular arena, complete with four '''barricades''' that serve as obstacles (which can be used to deal with '''Baleful Blade''' pushback mechanics), as well as a noticeable pattern of circles on the ground (like a dartboard) with a small circle in the centre. Like many bosses, the pattern on the ground can be used as a visual aid when dealing with specific mechanics. Furthermore, the outer ring of the arena will become a '''death wall''' shortly after the encounter begins, so be sure to avoid walking (or being pushed) into the outer ring once the battle commences, utilizing the above-mentioned '''barricades''' to prevent yourself being punted outside.

The boss itself is reminiscent of '''Ravana''' from Heavensward - a large, four-armed monstrosity capable of wielding weapons in each hand. However, unlike Ravana, the Trinity Seeker will utilize different weapons and stances (after casting '''Verdant Path'''), each of which will dictate upcoming mechanics.

Below is a list of mechanics and abilities you should expect throughout the fight.

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===Generic Mechanics===

*'''(Generic) Verdant Tempest''' - inflicts moderate raid-wide damage that cannot be avoided. Shield and heal as necessary.

*'''(Generic) Verdant Path''' - causes the Trinity Seeker to swap to different weapons and fighting stance. Bear in mind that a specific mechanic will be unleashed (depending on the weapon chosen) as soon as the weapon swap is complete. Below is a list of all stances and the mechanics related to each one.

===(Merciful Air) Katana Mechanics===

*'''Merciful Air''' - the Trinity Seeker utilizes a katana in each hand (similar to Ravana), gaining access to '''Mercy''', '''Act of Mercy''', '''Mercy Fourfold''', and '''Seasons of Mercy'''. Note that the battle commences with the boss already in this stance. However, if the boss swaps back to '''Merciful Air''' via '''Verdant Path''' from any other stance later in the battle, '''Act of Mercy''' will immediately be executed.

*'''(Katanas) Act of Mercy''' - used as soon as the Trinity Seeker swaps to katanas from a different stance via '''Verdant Path'''. Once the katanas are equipped, the Trinity Seeker will emit a thin cross-shaped AoE from its current location.

*'''(Katanas) Mercy''' - the Trinity Seeker slowly begins to charge up all four katanas one after the other and prepares to use each one to cleave half of the arena (in the order that the swords were charged and in the direction each sword is facing). Once all four katanas have charged up, the Trinity Seeker will unleash each cleave via '''Mercy Fourfold'''. The AoEs will be executed from the center of the boss's hitbox, and will be diagonal to the boss's forwards facing (ie. front-left, front-right, back-left, back-right). Be sure to keep an eye on the katanas as they are charging up so that you can pre-emptively avoid the onslaught. The AoEs have a brief telegraph before going off, so players that did not catch the order of the katanas before the cast can avoid the cleaves by standing near the center of the boss's hitbox and dodging slightly in each direction as the telegraphs appear.

*'''(Katanas) Seasons of Mercy''' - a flashy finisher of mini-mechanics that will not be executed until later in the battle. Once cast, the arena will fill with criss-cross AoE telegraphs with various safe-spots in-between that players must use to avoid damage. At the same time, a floating orb will utilize a '''gaze''' mechanic, forcing the raid to look away or suffer '''Petrification'''. Lastly, a noticeably growing purple marker on the ground will continuously be expanding throughout the ordeal which all players must avoid (after weaving through the criss-cross AoE's and avoiding the gaze attack from the orb).

===(Baleful Air) Great-sword Mechanics===

*'''Baleful Air''' - the Trinity Seeker employs two massive great-swords, gaining access to '''Baleful Swathe''', '''Baleful Blade''' and '''Phantom Edge'''. Whenever the boss swaps to this stance via '''Verdant Path''', it will immediately execute '''Baleful Swathe'''.

*'''(Great-Swords) Baleful Swathe''' - used as soon as the Trinity Seeker swaps to great-swords from a different stance via '''Verdant Path'''. Once the great-swords are equipped, the Trinity Seeker will emit two massive AoE's to its left and right, covering the entire arena, except for a thin safe-spot in the form of a straight line through center of the boss's hitbox (standing under the boss is always safe for this attack).

*'''(Great-Swords) Burning Chains''' - causes random players to be tethered together via burning chains that can only be broken when sufficient distance between each player is generated (i.e., running away from each other). Bear in mind that '''Burning Chains''' typically happens shortly before '''Baleful Blade''', giving the raid only a small amount of time to safely break their chains. The distance players must run is based on the distance they were from their tether partner when the chains linking them appeared, so when the overhead marker for the chains appears, it is best if the party groups up so the chain break distance is short.

*'''(Great-Swords) Phantom Edge''' - alters the property of an upcoming '''Baleful Blade''' (see below).

*'''(Great-Swords) Baleful Blade''' - causes the Trinity Seeker to emit raid-wide damage in one of two possible forms depending on whether '''Phantom Edge''' was used first. If '''Phantom Edge''' was used before '''Baleful Blade''', then '''Baleful Blade''' is converted into a heavy-hitting '''knockback''', requiring the raid to stand in front of a '''barricade''' to avoid being knocked out of the arena. However, if '''Phantom Edge''' was '''NOT''' used beforehand, '''Baleful Blade''' will inflict fatal damage that must be avoided by hiding ''behind'' a '''barricade''', rather than in front of it. There are large telegraphs for each version (knockback arrows pulsing from the center if you need to be in front of a barricade, a large AoE telegraph covering the entire arena if you need to be behind one), and sufficient time to react to the telegraphs without having to pay attention to the '''Phantom Edge''' cast, however.

===(Iron Air) Bare-hand Mechanics===

*'''Iron Air''' - the Trinity Seeker discards all weapons to fight barehanded, gaining access to '''Iron Impact''', '''Iron Splitter''' and '''Dead Iron'''. Whenever the boss swaps to this stance via '''Verdant Path''', it will immediately execute '''Iron Impact'''.

*'''(Fists) Iron Impact''' - used as soon as the Trinity Seeker swaps to fists from a different stance via '''Verdant Path'''. Once bare-handed, the Trinity Seeker will create a line-stack marker on a random player, forcing the group to stack along the line to help absorb damage. This line attack does extreme damage.

*'''(Fists) Iron Splitter''' - causes the Trinity Seeker to leap to a different point of the arena and noticeably plunge its fist into the ground, charging up one of the ring patterns on the ground. As mentioned earlier, the pattern on the arena floor is somewhat like a dart-board - composed of sandy yellow rings and metallic blue-grey rings. After a delay, all ring patterns on the floor (the same colour as the one the boss is charging) will explode. As a result, all players must avoid standing on the same colour pattern to avoid taking damage.

*'''(Fists) Dead Iron''' - causes the Trinity Seeker to apply '''Earth Shaker''' markers onto three random targets. After a delay, the boss will emit non-telegraphed cone-AoE's through the marked players, damaging anyone in their path, then repeat the whole process once again. During '''Dead Iron''', all marked players should make sure to spread apart from each other (and the rest of the raid) so that they do not overlap their upcoming cone AoE's onto players.

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Like most bosses, the Trinity Seeker will eventually enter a mechanical loop that involves a higher volume of combinations and overlap, though nothing you haven't witnessed already. The biggest challenge is to pre-emptively position yourself to avoid all the vicious AoE's, especially when they also involve '''Burning Chains''', not to mention the 50/50 threat of '''Phantom Edge''', forcing players to recognize when to stand in front of (or behind) barricades in response to '''Baleful Blade'''.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Dahu]]==

The second boss blocking your path is '''Dahu''' - a super version of '''Gowrow''' from [[Sohm Al (Hard)]] - sporting very similar mechanics with a few twists. Despite essentially being a mini-boss (due to having extremely low health and far simpler mechanics compared to the other bosses), the {{status effect|debuff|File:Twice-come ruin icon1.png}} '''Twice-come Ruin''' (stackable debuff) can still prove fatal for any players who are hit by two mechanics within the space of two minutes, so be careful!

Much like the previous boss, '''Dahu''' is encountered within a circular arena and will challenge players via directional abilities of varied ranges. However, some of Dahu's attacks have no cast-time or ground telegraphs, thus players should keep an eye on Dahu's animations to pre-emptively avoid certain attacks. As a rule of thumb, never stand in front of the boss unless you have to, especially if it turns in your direction.

Below is a list of mechanics you can expect to see.

*'''Heat Breath''' - a fiery tank-buster against Dahu's primary target.

*'''Clawed Cleave''' - a non-telegraphed frontal cleave with no cast bar or ground indication, indicated solely by Dahu raising one of its claws in the air, much like Gowrow and various other dinosaur enemies from Heavensward. If you notice Dahu menacingly raising its claw for a swipe, quickly move to its flank or rear to avoid being slashed.

*'''L/R-Sided Shockwave''' - Dahu raises a fist and pounds the ground to his left or right, emitting a semi-circle AoE in that direction which all players should avoid, quickly followed by a second smash to the opposite side of the first. For example, if Dahu smashes the left side, expect a smash to the right immediately afterwards, and vice versa. The AoE is about 1/4 the size of the arena, meaning ranged players can safely stand on the smashed side(s) provided they are far enough away. Melee players should be extra careful if they are attacking the boss from the sides to execute positionals.

*'''Feral Howl''' - Dahu unleashes a mighty roar, inflicting light but unavoidable AoE damage that will '''stagger''' all participants and knock them back to the outer wall of the arena. In a lot of cases, '''Feral Howl''' will typically be followed by '''Firebreathe'''.

*'''Firebreathe''' - causes Dahu to turn towards a random player and emit a large cone telegraph in their direction. After a brief delay, Dahu will unleash a swathe of flame over the marked area. All players will need to move out of the telegraph as quick as possible. Keep in mind that '''Firebreathe''' will often (but not always) be used after '''Feral Howl''' and '''Hot Charge'''.

*'''Rotating Firebreathe''' - similar to the basic '''Firebreathe''', except this time, Dahu will rotate clockwise or counter-clockwise whilst unleashing a total of 5 '''Firebreathe''' cone AoE's. A visual indicator before the attack will display which direction Dahu will rotate, so watch out.

*'''Marchosias''' - causes untargetable adds to enter the fray which will utilize two different abilities - '''Head Down''' (line AoE's across the battlefield which the adds will charge through) followed by '''Hunter's Claw''' (point-blank AoE's). Dahu will later complicate matters by preparing a '''Feral Howl''', putting players at risk of being knocked back into upcoming point-blank AoE's from adds, so make sure you are knocked back into a safe area.

*'''Hot Charge''' - causes Dahu to turn in a random direction and hunker down. After a brief delay, the devious dino will lunge in the chosen direction towards the outer wall. Any players caught in Dahu's charge path will be unceremoniously knocked back and suffer moderate damage. Bear in mind that '''Hot Charge''' does not come with a cast-bar or any visual indication other than the obvious turn-around and hunker animation - and may be used twice in a row - so be ready to duck out of the way each time. Additionally, Dahu will follow up with '''Firebreathe''' - the large cone AoE targeted at a random player that covers a hefty portion of the arena - thus all participants must be ready to move out of the way yet again once Dahu has ceased charging.

*'''Falling Rocks''' - causes moderate circle-AoE's to spawn beneath random players, indicating where large rocks will plummet into the arena from the ceiling.

Given Dahu's low health pool compared to other bosses, a well-prepared group will typically topple the devious dino before a full mechanic loop. Should the fight happen to go on longer for any reason, Dahu will begin to repeat the same mechanics but with a much greater overlap - but nothing new that you haven't seen already.

With Dahu out of the way, the group can make way towards the third boss.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Queen's Guard]]==

Players are treated to the sight of four mechanical enemies standing within a circular arena - the '''Queen's Knight''', the '''Queen's Soldier''', the '''Queen's Gunner''', and the '''Queen's Warrior''' - all of which have their very own mechanics and provide a veritable gauntlet-mode for the raid - starting with all four enemies being fought at once until they begin to reach about 80% health, causing them to briefly retreat until only the '''Queen's Gunner''' remains. From here, each enemy will be fought on its own. Should the raid survive the gauntlet against all four units, the raid will need to bypass a DPS check to secure victory.

Bear in mind that the edge of the arena will become a '''death wall''' shortly after the battle commences and that each unit has a '''tankbuster''', a '''raid-wide attack''' of some description, and a special mechanic that serves as their main threat to the raid.

===Queen's Gunner===

Aside from a tank-buster ('''Shot in the Dark''') and raid-wide blast ('''Queen's Shot'''), the gunner-unit will frequently summon numerous turrets into the arena, each of which has an obvious indicator displaying the direction the turret is facing. Once turrets have been fully deployed, the gunner-unit will eventually shoot straight-line AoE's towards turrets, which the turrets will deflect in the indicated direction(s). In most cases, all but one turret will be facing another so that the initial shot bounces between multiple turrets before shooting out of the arena.

===Queen's Warrior===

Aside from a tank-buster ('''Rapid Sever''') and raid-wide blast ('''Blood and Bone'''), the warrior-unit will deploy a hefty number of '''bombs''' throughout the entire arena - some of which are noticeably larger than others. Due to the volume of bombs, no true safe zone will be available on the ground. However, all bombs (and participants) will simultaneously be launched into the air soon after. The trick is to stand close to a '''large''' bomb so that gravity will cause them to drop before they explode, whilst players will still be held high up in the air out of range of the explosion. Meanwhile, all smaller bombs will explode in the air, damaging any player who stood near one before being launched.

The '''Queen's Warrior''' will complicate the process later on by '''reversing''' the weights of bombs - indicated by it visually tethering itself to the bombs via noticeable pink lines. When you see this, players must do the opposite - stand by smaller bombs so that they fall before exploding. You will know when everything is about to be launched thanks to the presence of upward-pointing arrow markers, so keep an eye on the weights and be sure to stand next to whatever is heaviest.

In Savage mode - and possibly normal mode if it takes too long the defeat the '''Queen's Warrior''' - the mini-boss may swap the weight of players (instead of bombs). In such a case, players would need to position themselves so that they fall before a lighter bomb does.

===Queen's Knight===

Aside from a tank-buster ('''Rapid Sever''') and raid-wide blast ('''Blood and Bone'''), the knight-unit will utilize two different stances - '''Sword Omen''' and '''Shield Omen''', similar to that of the playable Paladin class. Throughout the fight, the knight-unit will cast '''Optimal Play''', which creates a specific mechanic depending on which stance the unit is currently in.

If the knight-unit is in '''Sword Omen''' stance, '''Optimal Play''' will emit a small point-blank AoE after being cast. As a visual aid, '''Sword Omen''' is indicated by three sets of blue crossed sword icons orbiting the boss.

If the knight-unit is in '''Shield Omen''' stance, '''Optimal Play''' will emit a tight donut-AoE covering the entire arena, except for a very small safe-zone within the knight-unit's hitbox. For reference, '''Shield Omen''' is indicated by three sets of pink shield icons orbiting the boss.

===Queen's Soldier===

Aside from a tank-buster ('''Rapid Sever''') and raid-wide blast ('''Blood and Bone'''), the soldier-unit will deploy four non-targetable soldier-adds around the arena at various intervals, then temporarily tether itself to two of them. Soon after, all four adds will emit a large point-blank AoE from their location, covering the entire arena in telegraphs, yet only the adds that were previously tethered to the boss will execute their AoE attack. As such, all players will need to identify the '''untethered''' adds and stand beside them (inside their point-blank AoE telegraph, which won't go off).

Later in the fight, all adds will shift positions by leaping around the arena multiple times after the tethering process, forcing the raid to memorize the previously non-tethered adds and monitor their movements. Once the adds have stopped leaping around, players will then have to move to a non-tethered add just like before.

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Assuming the raid successfully defeats each pair of guards, all four enemies will eventually leap into the arena together and begin hard-casting a wipe mechanic, initiating a DPS check.

During this time, all four units will be protecting themselves with an '''Aetherial Ward''' that must be destroyed. Each '''Aetherial Ward''' will periodically be affected by '''Coat of Arms''' - creating a barrier that counter-attacks players who hit it from a protected side. For example, one ward may counter players who hit it from the flanks (sides) but is unprotected from the front and rear, and so on. For reference, the counter-attacking side of each '''Aetherial Ward''' will be glowing brightly, so avoid hitting the glowing segments of a barrier at all costs. Additionally, each re-cast of '''Coat of Arms''' causes the position of the counter-sides to change, so if you see '''Coat of Arms''' about to go off, it is wise to cease your attacks until you re-identify safe-sides once more.

Any player who incorrectly hits an '''Aetherial Ward''' from a wrong side will receive light damage, be temporarily {{status effect|stun}} '''[[Stun]]ned''', and receive a stack of {{status effect|debuff|File:Twice-come ruin icon1.png}} '''Twice-come Ruin''', which will lead to a {{status effect|doom}} '''[[Doom (status effect)|Doom]]''' debuff if any player acquires two stacks within 2 minutes. Additionally, the presence of '''Aetherial Ward''' means that any player who attempts an AoE-based Limit Break to hit multiple wards will most likely inflict multiple stacks of {{status effect|debuff|File:Twice-come ruin icon1.png}} '''Twice-come Ruin''' upon themselves, leading to a guaranteed death via {{status effect|doom}} '''[[Doom (status effect)|Doom]]'''.

Once the wards have been destroyed and the Queen's Guard are defeated, the raid can move on to the next boss of the duty.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Bozjan Phantom]]==

Unlike all previous encounters, your next boss-fight involves a rectangular arena with very obvious 'lane lines' running vertically through it which can be used as a visual aid during future mechanics. As far as appearance goes, the '''Bozjan Phantom''' is reminiscent of '''Nybeth Obdilord''' from [[Palace of the Dead]], a floating robed figure with a crooked caster-cane in hand, eager to bombard the raid with devious spells.

Shortly after the fight begins, the northern and southern segments of the arena will be covered with purple '''Death Walls''', so avoid touching them at all costs. Aside from a basic tank-buster, as well as a basic raid-wide AoE ('''Malediction of Agony'''), there are only two sets of overlapping mechanics players should be mindful of.

*'''Weave Miasma''' - a set of mechanics that will continuously increase in volume with each cast, starting with a large donut AoE at the north side of the room with a motion indicator pointing to the south, indicating that the donut AoE will repeatedly detonate whilst moving to the south of the arena. Simultaneously, one 'lane' of the arena will become unsafe, forcing the raid to avoid that lane throughout the ordeal. As a result, players will need to stand within a donut AoE and move with it from north to south until it dissipates.

Later on, the raid will need to contend with two moving donut AoE's as well as two unsafe lanes simultaneously. For the most part, simply stand within a doughnut and move with it, as the unsafe lanes simply serve as a way of dividing the arena rather than complicating the donut mechanic. Also, smaller circles on the floor can be used as a reference for where the centre of each donut-AoE will be after each movement. Lastly, '''Weave Miasma''' will eventually overlap with '''Summon Phantom''' (see below).

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*'''Summon Phantom''' - causes an apparition to spawn at the south of the arena that will eventually knock all participants towards the northern side. The distance of the knockback is just short of 50% of the arena from top to bottom, so make sure you are standing far enough to the south the avoid being knocked into the northern '''Death Wall'''. Shortly after the very first knockback of the fight, the Bozjan Phantom will aim a very large cone-AoE ('''Vile Wave''') towards a random player, forcing everyone to retreat towards the south to avoid being hit.

Later in the battle, '''Summon Phantom''' will overlap with '''Weave Miasma''', forcing the raid to get knocked into a donut-AoE before it starts travelling through the arena, so if this is your first time battling the Bozjan Phantom, be sure to get a good idea of the knockback distance during the initial cast.

Bear in mind that abilities such as '''{{action icon|Arm's Length}}''' and '''{{action icon|Surecast}}''' will '''NOT''' prevent knockbacks during the duty.

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Variations of the above two combinations will loop until the Bozjan Phantom has been put to rest, allowing the raid to move on towards the second-last boss of the duty.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] [[Trinity Avowed]]==

Players are in for a heated battle against a cold and collected enemy - a light joke about how the entire battle centres around players utilizing hot and cold mechanics to balance their temperature. Furthermore, just like the '''Trinity Seeker''', '''Trinity Avowed''' will also employ different weapons throughout the fight that signifies upcoming mechanics. Later on, players can be heated or cooled when hit by fire or ice mechanics and will be forced to use this to acquire a neutral temperature as soon as possible.

Shortly after battle commences, the outer ring of the square-shaped and heavily patterned arena will become a death wall, so avoid it at all costs. Also, various square-shaped patterns on the floor can be used as visual indicators for upcoming mechanics.

===General Mechanics===

*'''Glory of Bozja''' - inflicts unavoidable raid-wide damage.

*'''Wrath of Bozja''' - a vicious tank-busting cleave that will deal heavy damage to anyone in its path, indicated by a noticeable red marker on the primary target. Once activated, a huge cone-cleave will be emitted from the boss in the direction of the marked target that will travel right to the end of the arena, so make sure you are not standing beside or behind the victim and ensure the boss is kept facing away from the bulk of the raid whenever possible.

*'''Unseen Eye''' - causes non-targetable clones of the '''Trinity Seeker''' to spawn around the outside of the arena in various lanes on all sides. After a delay, all clones will simultaneously aim a straight-line AoE through the arena in the direction they are facing. For visual reference, the lane-like AoE's are the same width as the squares on the ground, and players will have just enough time to identify which squares are safe before the clones shoot down their lanes.

===Allegiant Arsenal===

Throughout the battle, Trinity Seeker will cast '''Allegiant Arsenal''', causing it to equip one of three weapons. As soon as the boss equips a different weapon, a specific mechanic will immediately be unleashed, so be ready to react once you identify which weapon is being equipped.

* If you notice the boss equipping a '''Bow''', a 270-degree frontal cone ('''Flashvane''') will be projected across the arena, leaving a safe spot directly behind the boss.

* If you notice the boss equipping a '''Sword & Shield''', the opposite happens - a 270-degree backward cone ('''Infernal Slash'''), leaving a safe spot directly in front of the boss.

* If you notice the boss equipping a '''Staff''', be prepared to run from a point-blank AoE ('''Fury of Bozja''') which will immediately be dropped at the bosses current location, forcing everyone to retreat.

Seeing as two of the three mechanics can cover the entire arena (excluding the directional safe spot), it is wise to stay within a moderate range of the boss to safely react to weapon-based mechanics whenever possible.

===Hot & Cold===

At various intervals, '''Trinity Avowed''' will cast '''Hot & Cold''', causing all players to be assigned a temperature level that must be handled throughout the battle. For visual reference, a marker above your head will occasionally display your current temperature in the form of a thermometer in the centre ('''Neutral''') with two ('''Cold''') squares to the left and two ('''Hot''') squares to the right. All players will also acquire a debuff ('''Intemperate''') that will kill any player with an uneven temperature once it expires.

Naturally, the goal is to keep your temperature in a neutral position by any means possible before your time runs out, typically by getting hit by mechanics of the opposite element but of the same temperature value (i.e., if you have +2 '''Heat''', you should intentionally eat a +2 '''Cold''' mechanic). For visual reference, temperature-effecting mechanics will typically display a thermometer-marker to indicate how hot or cold the mechanic is. If you fail to normalize your temperature in time, you will suffer an unavoidable death.

Temperature mechanics include:

*'''Freedom of Bozja''' - causes a proximity marker to spawn in each corner of the arena, forcing the raid to stack in the centre to minimize damage. Once the markers have exploded, orbs of '''Fire''' and '''Ice''' will be left behind - each one emitting a point-blank AoE from their current location that leaves a small safe spot in the centre. Being hit by an AoE from one of the elements will inflict damage and (initially) inflict +1 square of temperature (element dependent). For example, if you have '''+1 Heat''', you should intentionally stand in a point-blank AoE from an '''Ice Orb''' to be hit by '''+1 Cold''' to neutralize your temperature or vice versa.

Initially, player temperatures will typically be set to +1 hot or +1 cold, with all orbs inflicting +1 of their respective element. As the fight progresses and the mechanic begins to loop, the temperature of the orbs (and players) will be a mix between +1 and +2.

*'''Flames of Bozja''' - covers the majority of the arena if a wreath of lethal flames that will kill any player who touches it, leaving only a safe horizontal strip to stand in near the southern part of the arena. Shortly afterwards, the inside of the flaming area will generate a mish-mash of black ladder-like patterns which will be used as pathing for a bundle of '''Fire Arrows''' and '''Ice Arrows''' at the northern side. After the '''Fire Arrows''' and '''Ice Arrows''' at the end of the arena spawn, the pathways they are connected to will begin to flash multiple times, indicating all possible paths the arrows could take through the veritable maze. Bear in mind that all paths lead to a square within the safe portion of the arena, and their true path always involves each arrow turning whenever it first encounters a branch - as in, they will never ignore a left or right branch path while travelling.

Once they reach the safe area, the square they land on will explode, dealing '''Fire''' or '''Ice''' based damage (+1) to any player standing within the square. As a result, players looking to normalize their temperature by being hit by an opposite element will need to identify where the element will land and stand on the relevant square, whilst those with a neutral temperature will need to avoid being hit by either element.

*'''Blades of Entropy''' - causes the boss to unleash four consecutive slashes to its left or right (covering half of the arena) one after the other - the direction of each slash being dictated by the side of the boss the sword is held in. For example, it may hold up a flaming sword in its right hand (indicating a flaming slash to its right side), followed by holding up an ice sword to its left (indicating a leftward swipe of ice), repeating until the boss has swiped four times in a row. The temperature of each swipe will be indicated by the thermometer-like marker above the bosses head. For example, it may hold up a left-fire sword (indicating a left-fire swipe) with the marker showing two squares of heat, meaning it can inflict +2 '''Heat''' to any players hit.

To normalize your temperature, players will want to be hit by the opposite element of the same temperature. For example, if you have +2 '''Cold''' squares, you will need to intentionally be slashed by a +2 '''Fire''' swipe to normalize. If you have +1 '''Cold''', make sure you get slashed by the +1 '''Heat''', and so on.

Once Trinity Avowed has been defeated, it's time to take on the final boss of the duty - '''The Queen'''.

==[[File:Aggressive difficulty r6.png|32px|link=]] Vengeful Eikon: [[The Queen]]==

After all your trials and tribulations, players will now battle the queen in the same area as the previous boss, except this time, the arena will involve a circular '''Death-Wall''' that will occasionally fluctuate in size, so watch out! To make matters worse, the '''Queen's Guard''' will also populate the battle and use mechanics from the previous encounter.

===General Mechanics===

*'''Empyrean Iniquity''' - inflicts unavoidable raid-wide AoE, so be ready to shield and heal.

*'''Cleansing Slash''' - a vicious tank-buster that also applies a very nasty {{status effect|bleeding}} '''[[Bleeding]]''', as well as a despicable {{status effect|doom}} '''[[Doom (status effect)|Doom]]''' debuff which (thankfully) can be dispelled via '''{{action icon|Esuna}}'''.

*'''Northswain's Glow''' - causes numerous glowing lava-like lines to slowly carve their way across the arena from random locations. If any of the lines collide with each other, a moderate point-blank AoE will be dropped at the collision point. However, the lines themselves are safe to walk on (or through), so simply avoid any spot in the arena where any lines are about to meet each other.

*'''Heaven's Wrath''' - causes a glowing blue line to slice across the arena. After a brief delay, the line will explode, pushing all players away from it. Seeing as the outer ring of the arena is a literal '''death wall''', players should move to whichever side of the line has the most space between it and the outer ring. Thankfully, players can safely walk through the line before it explodes, but should not be standing on it when it detonates.

*'''Judgement Blade''' - causes the Queen to teleport to one side of the arena and eventually charge through the centre in a straight line, maiming anyone caught in her direct path. Furthermore, the Queen will display glowing blades on one of her sides before charging, indicating that a particular side of the arena will also be slashed. If you see the boss teleporting to the side of the arena, make sure you are standing on whichever side she is not aiming her blade at before charging. Any players hit by the initial charge or the arena swipe will be heavily damaged and afflicted with a nasty (but dispellable) DoT.

*'''Gods Save The Queen''' - a very vicious raid-wide AoE that signifies the arrival of additional mechanics and combos, such as double chessboard mechanics (see below) and the eventual arrival of '''The Queen's Guard''', which will be summoned into the fray and use mechanics from the previous boss battle later on.

===Chessboard===

*'''Queen's Will''' - converts the arena into a literal chessboard that will soon be populated by two '''Queen's Guard''' adds, serving as pawns. Once the two pawns in this game of chess have been dropped onto squares, '''The Queen''' will order them to travel in the direction they are facing by a certain number of squares (indicated by markers on the pawn). For example, if one pawn is facing north and had a marker showing two dots, it will travel two squares north. Once the pawns have stopped moving, they will drop a cross-shaped AoE from their location, rendering all squares to their north, south, east and west (including their own square) unsafe. As such, players will need to identify where both pawns will land and quickly determine which lanes will be safe to stand in.

*'''Queen's Edict''' - creates a numbered marker above a player's head, indicating they have been chosen as a pawn. After the original bright marker fades into numerous red dots, the player will be forced to manually move that specific number of squares '''away from the square they were originally standing on'''. After a delay, '''The Queen''' will freeze all players and check if they moved a sufficient amount of squares from their starting point. If any player moved too few squares, too many squares, or didn't move a sufficient amount of squares away from their starting point, they'll be in trouble.

Later in the fight, '''Queen's Will''' and '''Queen's Edict''' will be used simultaneously, causing two pawns to spawn within the arena that will move a set number of squares in the direction they are facing before firing straight-line AoE's down all non-diagonal lanes, with players simultaneously being forced to move a set number of squares beforehand. The challenge is to quickly identify squares that will not be shot by pawns and to land within their chosen safe square after travelling the number of squares they were assigned by the boss. Remember, after you've been assigned a number, moving too many squares, too few squares, landing in a lane that will be shot by a pawn, or not moving a sufficient distance from the start-square, are all ill-advised.

===Relentless Play===

After '''Gods Save The Queen''' has been cast, '''The Queen''' will eventually start casting '''Relentless Play''', which summons a combination of the '''Queen's Guard''' to enter the arena and unleash their mechanical combos.

Combinations include:

*'''Queen's Gunner''' and '''Queen's Warrior'''. Much like the previous battle with the guard-units, the '''Gunner''' will create special turrets that will ricochet the gunner-unit's straight-line AoE's. Meanwhile, the '''Warrior''' will be dropping large and small bombs throughout the arena. After a delay, all players (and all bombs) will be launched into the air, forcing players to stand by the larger bombs so that gravity drops them before they explode. To complicate matters, '''The Queen''' will also cast '''Heaven's Wrath''' - the ''knockback-line'', forcing players to position themselves so that they are knocked back towards a heavier bomb before the warrior-unit launches everything into the air (without being knocked into the '''Death Wall''' in the process).

*'''Queen's Knight''' and '''Queen's Soldier'''. Just like earlier, the soldier-unit will deploy four non-targetable soldier-adds around the arena and tether itself to two of them. Afterwards, all four adds will emit a large point-blank AoE from their location, covering the entire arena in telegraphs - but remember - only the adds that were previously tethered to the soldier-unit will execute their AoE attack. To complicate matters, '''The Queen''' will follow-up with '''Judgement Blade''' - teleporting to the side of the arena and prepare to charge through the centre while slashing one half of the arena. After '''The Queen''' has finished her charge-attack, the knight-unit will begin to cast '''Sword Omen''' (point-blank AoE) or '''Shield Omen''' (tight donut-AoE), forcing the raid to move away from (or into) the knight-unit depending on which ability was chosen.

==Rewards==
===Loot===
Delubrum Reginae uses '''personal loot''', so players have to be sure to click and loot each chest themselves.

====[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Trinity Seeker]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|3|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Field Notes on the Trinity Seeker|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Clarity|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Contention|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Divinity|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Finesse|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Fortitude|1}}
{{Drops table row|Bozjan Gold Coin|1}}
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====[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Dahu]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|1|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Queen's Gunner Piece|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Observation|1}}
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====[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Queen's Guard]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|3|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Bozjan Gold Coin|1}}
{{Drops table row|Field Notes on the Queen's Guard|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Clarity|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Contention|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Divinity|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Finesse|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Fortitude|1}}
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====[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Bozjan Phantom]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|1|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Queen's Soldier Piece|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Observation|1}}
{{Drops table row|The Sochen Cave Palace (Zodiac Age Version) Orchestrion Roll|1}}
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====[[File:Silver Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[Trinity Avowed]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|3|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Field Notes on the Trinity Avowed|1}}
{{Drops table row|Forgotten Fragment of Loss|1}}
{{Drops table row|Giving Chase (Zodiac Age Version) Orchestrion Roll|1}}
{{Drops table row|Bozjan Gold Coin|1}}
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====[[File:Gold Coffer (small).png|32px|link=]] [[The Queen]]====
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{{Drops table row|Bozjan Silver Coin|9|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Timeworn Artifact|3|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Raw Emotion|2|fixed=y}}
{{Drops table row|Bozjan Gold Coin|1}}
{{Drops table row|Modern Aesthetics - Early to Rise|1}}
{{Drops table row|Gabriel Mark III Identification Key|1}}
{{Drops table row|The Queen Awakens Orchestrion Roll|1}}
{{Drops table row|Queen's Knight Piece|1}}
{{Drops table row|Queen's Warrior Piece|1}}
{{Drops table row|Field Notes on Save the Queen|1}}
{{Drops table row|Queen's Guard Barding|1}}
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==[[Field Records]]==
{{#lsth:Field Records|Delubrum Reginae}}
==Trivia==
"Delubrum Reginae" is Latin for "Sanctuary/Shrine of the Queen".

==Achievements==
This duty is associated with the following [[achievements]]:

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{{achievement table row|No Need for Triage I}}
{{achievement table row|No Need for Triage II}}
{{achievement table row|No Need for Triage III}}
{{achievement table row|Queen of Swords I}}
{{achievement table row|Queen of Swords II}}
{{achievement table row|Queen of Swords III}}
{{achievement table row|Annals of Archaeology}}
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==Music==
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{{music table row|Main|The Sochen Cave Palace (Zodiac Age Version)}}
{{music table row|Bosses 1-3|Giving Chase (Zodiac Age Version)}}
{{music table row|Final Boss|The Queen Awakens}}
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==Images==
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==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
Mikoto: Extraordinary... To think such vast ruins could endure underground for all these years. I pray we can find Misija before it's too late.
Mikoto: Hmmm... How are we to pass?
Mikoto: <gasp>
Mikoto: Is that...!? Heavens forfend. Careful, everyone!
Trinity Seeker: We are the Blades of the Verdant Path. Three who fight as one. All who trespass must be purged, in the name of the queen!
Mikoto: The Verdant Path...? Then this amalgamation of aether I sense is... Oh no!
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Before our blade, you are nothing.
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: You would forgo our mercy? Then suffer by our baleful blade!
Mikoto: I... I recognize their─I mean, its aether. But how could this be?
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: It's too late for you!
Aggie@Aggie's Voice: We shall break you with fists of iron!
Aggie@Aggie's Voice: Hyah!
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Submit, that we might offer you a merciful end.
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Before our blade, you are nothing.
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: A futile endeavor.
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: You would forgo our mercy? Then suffer by our baleful blade!
Trinity Seeker: Three...as one. Now and...forever...more...
Mikoto: I pray your spirit may at last find rest.
Mikoto: I care not for this strange energy emanating from the floor...
Mikoto: Well fought, [Forename].
Mikoto: It would seem they are intent on blocking our path.
Queen's Knight: Halt! By order of Queen Gunnhildr, the punishment for trespassing is death!
Mikoto: Are they too under the influence of Save the Queen? I suppose we have no choice but to fight.
Mikoto: Do not be fooled by his illusions! Look closely, and you will see the truth of their stratagems.
Queen's Knight: You shall perish long before our defenses are breached.
Mikoto: This does not bode well, [Forename]. We have to stop them!
Queen's Knight: Fall back! Fall back! The queen cannot be left unguarded!
Mikoto: They've...retreated...?
Mikoto: If they were placed here to protect Save the Queen, then Misija must be ahead. Quickly!
Mikoto: Spirits!? Even in death they are denied solace... Let us lay them to rest!
Bozjan Phantom: Who dares disturb our slumber?
Bozjan Phantom: At last... Our souls...may rest...
Mikoto: May they find peace in the aetherial sea.
Mikoto: Have care where you step. I sense more foul magicks nearby.
Mikoto: These stairs appear to be safe.
Mikoto: Careful. There may yet be more traps here.
Mikoto: I believe the worst is past. Though there is still no sign of Misija.
Mikoto: Another of the tempered Blades... Gods, what has Misija done?
Trinity Avowed: Death to those who dare defy the queen. So it is decreed, and so it shall be!
Mikoto: More souls made thrall to Misija and Queen Gunnhildr... Why did it come to this?
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: No matter the cost, you must be dealt with.
Trinity Avowed: A ruin of ice and fire upon thee!
Mikoto: Its magicks have destabilized our thermoregulatory─ Ahem... We must return our body temperatures to normal.
Mikoto: Perhaps these aetherial agglomerations can help us. If you feel overly hot or cold, seek one whose temperature is an opposing extremity.
Isolde@Isolde's Voice: Surrender now and perhaps we will show mercy.
Trinity Avowed: The queen's decree must needs be fulfilled! We will bathe this chamber in flames if we must!
Mikoto: Bathed in flame!? Fall back, [Forename]!
Isolde@Isolde's Voice: I have you now!
Stanik@Stanik's Voice: Like animals to slaughter, we shall cut you down.
Stanik@Stanik's Voice: Very well... Perhaps you would rather fall by our sword.
Mikoto: Its magicks have warped the blade somehow...
Trinity Avowed: Let our magick become flesh, a redoubtable vessel to fulfill the queen's will!
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: No matter the cost, you must be dealt with.
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: You doubt our power!? Behold...!
Trinity Avowed: We...have failed... Our duty... Our queen...
Mikoto: These ruins are endless. Where could she be?
Mikoto: What is that light...?

-cutscene start
Misija: At last... the power to reclaim what is mine. What is ''ours''...
The Queen: The will of Queen Gunnhildr shall not be denied. All who oppose Bozja must fall.
Mikoto: By the gods...She has become a vessel for the blade's power!
-cutscene end

The Queen: I am Gunnhildr... I am queen! Bozja is mine to rule, now and forevermore!
Mikoto: She's become a vessel for the blades' power... [Forename], I'm afraid she must be slain. There is no other way.
The Queen: Lady of blades, bring forth my betrayers. Purify their hearts, and return them to glory!
The Queen: Hearken now to the clarion call of war! The time for battle has come.
Mikoto: Prepare yourself, [Forename]. She compels them to march.
The Queen: You think yourself beyond judgment!?
The Queen: Never again shall Bozja come to harm. I will not allow it!
The Queen: Mine is the just path. The righteous path! And I will not suffer a second betrayal!
Mikoto: Are you all right, everyone?
The Queen: How can this be!? No... No, I will not let it end like this!
The Queen: Lady of blades, I beseech you─grant me the strength to overcome our oppressors! To reclaim what is rightfully ours!
The Queen: Your queen has spoken. Now, march!
The Queen: Dire consequences await those who defy me.
Mikoto: As strange as this may sound, I suspect we must march as well if we mean to avoid coming to harm.
The Queen: To me, my subjects!
The Queen: Your queen has spoken. Now, march!
-cutscene start
The Queen: No... No we have suffered too long for it to end this way. Bozja is ''ours''! If we cannot have it, no one will!
-cutscene end
</nowiki>}}

{{Duties nav/field operation}}

[[Category:Patch 5.4 Features]] [[Category:Field Operations]] [[Category:Shadowbringers]] [[Category:Save the Queen]]

Fit for a Queen

2026-04-06T02:12:14Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Fit for a Queen
| description = [[Bajsaljen]] would waste no time in dealing with [[Misija]].
| image = fit for a queen1.png
| quest-giver = Bajsaljen
| related-npcs = Bwagi; Gerolt; Lilja; Marsak; Mikoto; Resistance Scout; Rostik
| location = Gangos
| location-x = 6.5
| location-y = 5.8
| type = feature
| quest-line = Resistance Weapons Quests
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
| journal-genre = Resistance Weapons Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 80
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 0
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward1 = 1 Field Notes on Rostik
| reward2 = 1 Field Notes on Mikoto
| reward3 = 1 Field Notes on Misija Part II
| reward4 = 1 Field Notes on Gunnhildr Part II
| unlocks = ot Delubrum Reginae,ach She's a Killer Queen
| prev-quest = A Sign of What's to Come
| next-quest = One Man's Relic, Let Me Holster That for You, In the Queen's Image, A New Playing Field, A Seaside Story
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-gt = 69562
| id-edb = 248f168eb15
}}

==Steps==
*Speak with [[Mikoto]].
*Speak with Mikoto.
*Enter [[Delubrum Reginae]].
*Speak with [[Marsak]].

==Journal==
*Bajsaljen would waste no time in dealing with Misija.

*Mikoto is convinced that Misija has exhausted the power of Save the Queen, and her vision of the near future suggests both Misija and Save the Queen can be taken into custody without bloodshed. Marsak readies their soldiers and sets out for ruins on the eastern edge of the southern front in the hopes of catching Misija unawares.

*Events play out exactly as Mikoto foresaw. The Resistance manages to corner Misija who is unable to summon Queen Gunnhildr to battle. What Mikoto failed to see, however, is that this was all according to Misija's plan, for she too can now peer into the future. Imperial enforcements soon arrive, and a terrible battle ensues there in the ruins.

*No sooner do you bring low Misija's imperial soldiers than more arrive to take their place. But your battle was only meant to stall for time, as they manage to open a door leading deeper into the ruins, prompting Misija and Gunnhildr's Blades to escape into the shadows. You follow her into the heart of Delubrum Reginae, where you hope to put an end to her schemes and retrieve Save the Queen.

*Deep within the heart of the ruins, Misija at last finds what she was searching for─a massive crystal rife with the aether needed to summon the full might of Save the Queen. Yet for all its power, the ancient blade proves no match for you. With the day won at last, you take the now-dormant Bozjan relic and an unconscious Misija back to Gangos.

*Misija has been placed in solitary confinement awaiting trial, and Bajsaljen believes it best if Save the Queen remain in Mikoto's care for the time being. But there will be no reprieve to study its inner workings, for an imperial warship can be seen approaching in the distance. Bajsaljen orders everyone to withdraw to Gangos and prepare to make a stand.

*When the Resistance next steps onto the battlefield, they will be joined by their allies from the Far East. Considering all that is at stake, there is no question that your strength will be needed when that day comes.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue| <nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
Bajsaljen: If Misija yet lacks what is required to fulfill her plans, then we must either wrest the blade from her grasp or destroy it. Should the situation call for it, we may need to cut her down in the process.
Mikoto: What if it were possible to take both Misija and the blade into our custody ''without'' conflict?
Mikoto: As I understand it, there have been markedly fewer sightings of the queen's apparition, correct?
Marsak: Yes, and with good reason. With no means of combating such a foe, our troops have barely set foot outside of our encampments.
Mikoto: I believe that Misija has her own reasons for making only sporadic appearances. She must use the crystal focus to conjure Queen Gunnhildr, and therein lies the rub, for its reserves of aether are not without limitation.
Bajsaljen: Then perhaps she fears the crystal focus nears exhaustion. But what prevents her from simply restoring its aether and resuming her assault?
Lilja: Well, it just so happens the crystal focus requires aether of a very specific sort. We were only able to find one source, and that's still depleted from when we used it.
Mikoto: Before we returned, [Forename] and I chanced to spy Misija commanding Queen Gunnhildr to enslave a group of soldiers, but the apparition vanished after turning only one of them. I suspect the crystal lacked the energies necessary to complete the task.
Gerolt:That's all well an' good, lass, but Misija ain't no fool. Until she figures out how to get the crystal focus workin' again, she won't be showin' her face again.
Mikoto: She will. At least...I think she will. [Forename] and I shared another vision of the future.
Bajsaljen: Heading to the ruins in the midst of a storm? But for what?
Lilja: Well, it looks like that part of the vision is already coming true. Thunderclouds are gathering above the southern front, and a nasty downpour won't be far behind!
Bajsaljen: Then we must make ready before the rains come in earnest. Marsak, ready the men.
Bajsaljen: I understand your trepidation, Mikoto, but you must have faith in your gift. We will stop Misija. I promise you that.
Bwagi: It was not by [Forename]'s hand alone that we survived our ordeal in Rabanastre, lest you forget. We each have our part to play, and yours is no less important than any other.
Gerolt: Speakin' o' which, you'd best join the others and set out afore the rains come.
Mikoto:Yes, of course.
-quest accepted
-cutscene end
Quest Accepted

-optional start
Bajsaljen: After careful instruction from Mikoto, our soldiers are ready to depart. When you are ready, Blade [Surname], we will make for the ruins.
Lilja: So this is it, then? You and the others are off? I wish I could go with you, but goodness knows I'd only slow you down. Good luck, [Forename].
Bwagi: I may no longer be of the Dalmascan Royal Fusiliers, but my aim is no less sharp, I assure you. Let us put an end to the imperials' schemes, yes?
Marsak: If Mikoto's vision of the future is true, this may be our only opportunity to apprehend Misija and reclaim Save the Queen.
-optional end

===Speak with Mikoto===
Mikoto: Everything appears to be in order. Are you ready, [Forename]?
System: Upon speaking with Mikoto, several cutscenes will play in sequence.
System: It is recommended that you set aside sufficient time to view these scenes in their entirety.
System: You must be a Disciple of War or Magic of level 80 or above to proceed.
Question: What will you say?
> I'll be with you in two shakes of a Hrothgar's tail.
Dialogue ends
> Am ''I'' ready? I was waiting for you!
---
-cutscene start
Bajsaljen: >> Not another step! We have you surrounded! <<
Bajsaljen: >> It's over, Misija. We know full well the crystal's power is spent! <<
Marsak: Forward, men!
Bajsaljen: A trap!?
Misija: >> Come out, Mikoto! I know you're here! <<
Misija: >> You thought your visions of the future would offer an advantage, but you are not the only one possessed of such gifts. Not any longer. <<
Misija: >> A scholar you may be, but you were a fool to come here. Your precious knowledge will avail you naught against the kiss of cold steel! <<
Marsak: >> Do not be unnerved. Without the queen to aid them, victory may yet be ours! To arms! <<
-cutscene end
===Solo Duty===
Misija: Take no prisoners. I want them all dead!
Misija: Admirable... But futile nonetheless. Ready the delta armor!
Bajsaljen@Bajsaljen the Righteous: New magitek armor!? When did they find the time to─ No matter. We've come too far to retreat now.
Marsak@Marsak the Stalwart: We must divide and conquer, Blade [Surname]. I will draw this one's attention!

-cutscene start
Misija: Well? Have you broken the lock yet!?
4th Legion Soldier: >> Yes, ma'am! Opening it now! <<
Rostik@Seasoned Gunbreaker: I hope you don't mind me butting in.
Bajsaljen: >> Rostik!? What are you doing here? <<
Rostik: >> I couldn't let you lot have ''all'' the fun! <<
Misija: Another one come crawling out of the woodwork!
Misija: >> Gunnhildr's Blades, to me! You are to protect this blade with your lives, in the name of the queen! <<
Mikoto: Where are they going?
Rostik: >> Go on ahead. Leave their toys to us! <<
Bwagi: >> We'll be right behind you. Now go─Mikoto needs you! <<
System: You can now participate in the 24-player duty Delubrum Reginae.
System: This duty can be joined solo, as a party, or as an alliance by speaking with Mikoto in the underground ruins or Sjeros in Gangos.
System: Players will be matched automatically even after leaving the underground ruins or Gangos.
System: It should be noted that, although this duty is in a separate instance, lost actions can still be used after entering.
System: Be sure to prepare lost actions from the lost finds cache, as they may prove key to turning the tide of battle.
System: You may also speak with Mikoto and Sjeros for further details about Delubrum Reginae before entering the duty.
-cutscene end

===Enter Delubrum Reginae===
Mikoto: Extraordinary... To think such vast ruins could endure underground for all these years. I pray we can find Misija before it's too late.
Mikoto: Hmmm... How are we to pass?
Mikoto: <gasp>
Mikoto: Is that...!? Heavens forfend. Careful, everyone!
Trinity Seeker: We are the Blades of the Verdant Path. Three who fight as one. All who trespass must be purged, in the name of the queen!
Mikoto: The Verdant Path...? Then this amalgamation of aether I sense is... Oh no!
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Before our blade, you are nothing.
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: You would forgo our mercy? Then suffer by our baleful blade!
Mikoto: I... I recognize their─I mean, its aether. But how could this be?
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: It's too late for you!
Aggie@Aggie's Voice: We shall break you with fists of iron!
Aggie@Aggie's Voice: Hyah!
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Submit, that we might offer you a merciful end.
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: Before our blade, you are nothing.
Blaz@Blaz's Voice: A futile endeavor.
Velibor@Velibor's Voice: You would forgo our mercy? Then suffer by our baleful blade!
Trinity Seeker: Three...as one. Now and...forever...more...
Mikoto: I pray your spirit may at last find rest.
Mikoto: I care not for this strange energy emanating from the floor...
Mikoto: Well fought, [Forename].
Mikoto: It would seem they are intent on blocking our path.
Queen's Knight: Halt! By order of Queen Gunnhildr, the punishment for trespassing is death!
Mikoto: Are they too under the influence of Save the Queen? I suppose we have no choice but to fight.
Mikoto: Do not be fooled by his illusions! Look closely, and you will see the truth of their stratagems.
Queen's Knight: You shall perish long before our defenses are breached.
Mikoto: This does not bode well, [Forename]. We have to stop them!
Queen's Knight: Fall back! Fall back! The queen cannot be left unguarded!
Mikoto: They've...retreated...?
Mikoto: If they were placed here to protect Save the Queen, then Misija must be ahead. Quickly!
Mikoto: Spirits!? Even in death they are denied solace... Let us lay them to rest!
Bozjan Phantom: Who dares disturb our slumber?
Bozjan Phantom: At last... Our souls...may rest...
Mikoto: May they find peace in the aetherial sea.
Mikoto: Have care where you step. I sense more foul magicks nearby.
Mikoto: These stairs appear to be safe.
Mikoto: Careful. There may yet be more traps here.
Mikoto: I believe the worst is past. Though there is still no sign of Misija.
Mikoto: Another of the tempered Blades... Gods, what has Misija done?
Trinity Avowed: Death to those who dare defy the queen. So it is decreed, and so it shall be!
Mikoto: More souls made thrall to Misija and Queen Gunnhildr... Why did it come to this?
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: No matter the cost, you must be dealt with.
Trinity Avowed: A ruin of ice and fire upon thee!
Mikoto: Its magicks have destabilized our thermoregulatory─ Ahem... We must return our body temperatures to normal.
Mikoto: Perhaps these aetherial agglomerations can help us. If you feel overly hot or cold, seek one whose temperature is an opposing extremity.
Isolde@Isolde's Voice: Surrender now and perhaps we will show mercy.
Trinity Avowed: The queen's decree must needs be fulfilled! We will bathe this chamber in flames if we must!
Mikoto: Bathed in flame!? Fall back, [Forename]!
Isolde@Isolde's Voice: I have you now!
Stanik@Stanik's Voice: Like animals to slaughter, we shall cut you down.
Stanik@Stanik's Voice: Very well... Perhaps you would rather fall by our sword.
Mikoto: Its magicks have warped the blade somehow...
Trinity Avowed: Let our magick become flesh, a redoubtable vessel to fulfill the queen's will!
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: No matter the cost, you must be dealt with.
Xeven@Xeven's Voice: You doubt our power!? Behold...!
Trinity Avowed: We...have failed... Our duty... Our queen...
Mikoto: These ruins are endless. Where could she be?
Mikoto: What is that light...?

-cutscene start
Misija: At last... the power to reclaim what is mine. What is ''ours''...
The Queen: The will of Queen Gunnhildr shall not be denied. All who oppose Bozja must fall.
Mikoto: By the gods...She has become a vessel for the blade's power!
-cutscene end

The Queen: I am Gunnhildr... I am queen! Bozja is mine to rule, now and forevermore!
Mikoto: She's become a vessel for the blades' power... [Forename], I'm afraid she must be slain. There is no other way.
The Queen: Lady of blades, bring forth my betrayers. Purify their hearts, and return them to glory!
The Queen: Hearken now to the clarion call of war! The time for battle has come.
Mikoto: Prepare yourself, [Forename]. She compels them to march.
The Queen: You think yourself beyond judgment!?
The Queen: Never again shall Bozja come to harm. I will not allow it!
The Queen: Mine is the just path. The righteous path! And I will not suffer a second betrayal!
Mikoto: Are you all right, everyone?
The Queen: How can this be!? No... No, I will not let it end like this!
The Queen: Lady of blades, I beseech you─grant me the strength to overcome our oppressors! To reclaim what is rightfully ours!
The Queen: Your queen has spoken. Now, march!
The Queen: Dire consequences await those who defy me.
Mikoto: As strange as this may sound, I suspect we must march as well if we mean to avoid coming to harm.
The Queen: To me, my subjects!
The Queen: Your queen has spoken. Now, march!
-cutscene start
The Queen: No... No we have suffered too long for it to end this way. Bozja is ''ours''! If we cannot have it, no one will!
-cutscene end
-cutscene start
Bajsaljen: Blade [Surname]! Mikoto! Are you all right?
Marsak: Is she...?
Mikoto: No, merely unconscious.
Bajsaljen: Let us take her with us back to Utya's Aegis without delay. I fear imperial reinforcements will be upon us ere long.
Bajsaljen: It was far from easy, but thanks to the two of you, we have succeeded in reclaiming Save the Queen.
Bajsaljen: But it was a victory bought with great sacrifice. Under the blade's influence, many of Gunnhildr's Blades were transformed beyond recognition. At least now their suffering is at an end...
Bajsaljen: A heavy loss for the Resistance, 'tis true, but having wrested Save the Queen from the hands of the IVth Legion, we may resume our offensive unimpeded.
Bajsaljen: And we must do so quickly, while they remain few in number.
Mikoto: What will become of Misija?
Marsak: For now, she will remain in solitary confinement in Gangos.
Marsak: First and foremost we must deal with the threat of the IVth Imperial Legion. Once they have been routed, she will be made to stand trial for her crimes.
Marsak: Espionage, primal summoning, the tempering of Gunnhildr's Blades... She has much to atone for.
Bajsaljen: As do many of our people, I would say. For it was the callousness and cruelty of those seeking the glory of our forebears that drove her to side with the Empire. Nevertheless, it is no excuse for her transgressions.
Bajsaljen: As for Save the Queen, it should go without saying we mustn't allow it to fall into the wrong hands again.
Rostik: I thought perhaps it could be destroyed, but I've yet to leave so much as a scratch on the accursed thing.
Bajsaljen: I think it best if you were to take it, Mikoto. No doubt its study would prove a most illuminating experience for you. Unless, of course, you would rather it be locked away. I shall defer to your judgment.

echo vision
x@Frantic Voice: >> Mikoto, nooo!!! <<
echo end

Marsak: Mikoto! Is something wrong?
Mikoto: No... No, I am fine. Merely tired is all.
Bajsaljen: Then I bid you return to Gangos and rest. You have more than earned it.
Bwagi: Wh-What in the world!?
Lyon rem Helsos: About damned time. Now that we command the skies, they're done for.
Bajsaljen: Quickly─we must withdraw to Gangos!
Menenius sas Lanatus: At last, victory is within our grasp.
-cutscene end

-optional start
Bwagi: And here I thought our work might finally be finished. I've seen warships like that before in Dalmasca. This does not bode well for the Resistance...
Bwagi: I'm sorry. Was there something you wished to talk about?
Bajsaljen: The imperial reinforcements we have dreaded for so long have arrived at last, though it remains to be seen why they yet refuse to strike.
Bajsaljen: If it is true that the IVth Legion has cut ties with Garlemald, this will quite likely be their last attempt to drive us out.
Bajsaljen: Failure is not an option. We must ready our defenses, and petition our Far Eastern allies for additional aid if possible. I have no doubt our next battle will decide the fate of Bozja.
Bajsaljen: I will leave you to your preparations, unless there is something you wish to discuss?
Mikoto: Save the Queen is possessed of a terrible power, and under normal circumstances I would not hesitate to recommend destroying such a relic. Considering its profound significance to the people of Bozja, however, we have decided instead to find a way to seal its powers.
Mikoto: I will be consulting the Studium in the hopes of expediting our search for a suitable ward. Once we are certain of its safety, it will be returned here that it may continue to serve as a symbol of hope for the people.
Mikoto: But that is a matter for another time. Is there something else you wished to discuss?
Lilja: Hah, I knew it. Even with Save the Queen, Misija never stood a chance against you. <sniffle> Sorry. Something's in my eye.
Lilja: Did you need something, [Forename]?
Rostik: Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine the holy blade Save the Queen would one day find its way into my hands. We are fortunate to have recovered it before the enemy's main host arrived.
-optional end

===Speak with Marsak===
-cutscene start
Marsak: Gods preserve us. I did not think they would go so far as to deploy a warship.
Marsak: Though the odds are stacked against us, we have come too far to abandon our home. I will send word to Lord Hien, that we may begin preparations to make a final stand.
Marsak: If we fail, it will be the end for Bozja. When the final battle is upon us, I pray we can count on your aid one last time.
-quest complete
System: You can now exchange Bozjan coins for gear by speaking with the Resistance supplier at Gangos.
System: For subsequent ventures into Delubrum Reginae, speak with Sjeros in Gangos.
-cutscene end

-optional start
Rostik: Forgive me, we have not been formally introduced. My name is Rostik. For the longest time I chose to fight alone against the Empire, but I see now the foolishness of my endeavor. And, considering the great debt I owe to Bajsaljen, it seemed only natural that I lend my blade to the Resistance.
Rostik: Now faced with the imperials' warships, the odds are against us. But we mustn't lose hope, my friend. If anyone can lead us to victory, it is Bajsaljen.
-optional end

</nowiki>}}

[[Category:Save the Queen]]

A Sign of What's to Come

2026-04-05T20:01:09Z

Maleficentabsinthe: added dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = A Sign of What's to Come
| description = The look in [[Marsak]]'s eyes tell you the fight for [[Bozja]] is far from over.
| image = a sign of whats to come1.png
| quest-giver = Marsak
| related-npcs = Amigart; Bajsaljen; Bwagi; Gerolt; Lilja; Mikoto; Voron; Zwynbhruda
| location = Gangos
| location-x = 6.4
| location-y = 5.7
| type = feature
| quest-line = Resistance Weapons Quests
| journal-section = Sidequests
| journal-category = Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
| journal-genre = Resistance Weapons Quests
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 80
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 0
| gil = 0
| mettle =
| reward1 = 2 Forgotten Fragment of Observation
| reward2 = 1 Field Notes on Lilja
| reward3 = 1 Field Notes on Bwagi
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = The Lady of Blades
| next-quest = Fit for a Queen
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.45
| id-gt = 69561
| id-edb = 85f5dca1ba9
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with [[Bajsaljen]].
*Speak with [[Marsak]] on [[the Bozjan Southern Front]].
*Speak with [[Mikoto]].
*Speak with Bajsaljen at [[Gangos]].

==Journal==
*The look in Marsak's eyes tell you the fight for Bozja is far from over.

*Operation Eagle's Nest has failed, and the IVth Imperial Legion once again has the Resistance on the back foot. Bajsaljen is not one to be discouraged, however, and has already begun considering counter-strategies. Believing your counsel essential, he has requested an audience with you.

*A report from Bwagi reveals the imperial legion's strength is not what it seems. In fact, they are now starved for resources, which has prompted allied forces from Dalmasca and Nagxia to launch an assault and thus slow the arrival of reinforcements to Bozja. The meeting is soon interrupted when a fatigued soldier enters, warning of yet another sighting of Queen Gunnhildr. For reasons as yet unknown, this prompts Mikoto to run off, likely to the southern front.

*What Mikoto expects to find on the battlefield remains to be seen, but the others bid you go and find her, fearful she may discover more than she hopes for.

*You find Mikoto unharmed, spying on Misija and a group of imperials. Once again, the vision of Queen Gunnhildr appears, though her power is noticeably diminished from your previous encounter. As you turn to leave, Mikoto's gift of the Echo offers an insight into the future─she sees the Resistance cornering Misija, who is unable to wield the power of Save the Queen. Mikoto would waste no time in relaying this news to the Resistance.

*Mikoto is convinced the apparition Misija has used to drive back Resistance forces is born of the memories of the late Queen Gunnhildr. She goes on to explain the fabled blade Save the Queen was likely designed to function in a similar fashion to the auracite you encountered in Rabanastre. Assuming this is true, Misija's plans cannot come to fruition without a substantial cache of crystals, meaning there may yet be time for the Resistance to strike back.

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
Marsak: It pains me to say it, but we have reached a stalemate on the Bozjan southern front. The IVth Imperial Legion seems content to play the waiting game, perhaps to conserve their strength until reinforcements arrive. We must act before their ranks are replenished.
Marsak: There is much we wish to discuss with you, though I daresay Bajsaljen could explain it better than I.
-quest accepted

-optional start
Marsak: I like not this stalemate with the IVth Imperial Legion. It is only a matter of time before their reinforcements arrive. We must act before their ranks are replenished.
Marsak: There is much we wish to discuss with you, though I daresay Bajsaljen could explain it better than I.
Marsak: Unless there is aught else you wish to ask, I will leave the finer details of our plan to him.
Mikoto:When Misija first wielded Save the Queen at the castrum, I was convinced she had summoned a primal. But now I am not so sure...
Mikoto:...Ah, forgive me. Is there aught you wished to discuss?
Lilja: Mikoto kept insisting on helping with my work around here, but I wouldn't hear of it. She has enough on her mind as it is helping contend with the imperials and Queen Gunnhildr.
Lilja: As a matter of fact, I've been trying to take more work off her hands when I can. Anything to help you and Mikoto focus on the task at hand.
Lilja: Speaking of which, is there anything you need?
Bwagi:There is still much I do not understand of this apparition that attacked you at the castrum. What I ''do'' understand, however, is there is likely only one among us capable of standing against it.
Bwagi: Is there something you need? If not, I will leave you to your business.
-optional end

===Speak with Bajsaljen===
-cutscene start
Bajsaljen: Allow me to cut straight to the heart of our troubles.
Bajsaljen: Though we were forced to abandon the castrum, it was our hope that Misija's display of force there was no more than an act of desperation to buy them time. But since then, Queen Gunnhildr has been quick to join the fray each time we engage their forces, leaving us little choice but to retreat.
Bajsaljen: We have sustained heavy casualties. Many of those not slain outright have been made slaves to Misija's will.
Bajsaljen: I fear she could defeat our forces utterly if she so chose. Our Dalmascan allies, however, have information to the contrary.
Bwagi: To put it plainly, we believe the IVth Imperial Legion has all but exhausted its resources.
Bwagi: In the wake of Emperor Varis's death, the war of succession has brought the whole of Garlemald to the brink of collapse.
Bwagi: As for Gabranth, he has refused orders to return to the capital. Apparently, he harbors dreams of building some ''new nation'' on the ruins of Dalmasca.
Bajsaljen: Hmm... He may once have played the loyal servant to Solus, but there was no love lost between him and Varis. It seems his allegiance to Garlemald died with the Emperor.
Bajsaljen: If what you say is true, cutting ties with Garlemald has deprived his forces of any troops or supplies they would otherwise have received.
Bwagi: Lord Hien was quick to reach the same conclusion and ordered an assault on the IVth Imperial Legion.
Marsak: That would explain why reinforcements from Gabranth have yet to reach the Bozjan southern front.
Bwagi: Exactly. Even as we speak, allies from both Dalmasca and Nagxia endeavor to halt their advance.
Marsak: Nevertheless, our foes on the Bozjan front have Gunnhildr's Blades at their command, giving them the upper hand. Would that there were a way to free them from Misija's control.
> If the player has completed {{i|Futures Rewritten}}
Mikoto: There may yet be hope, Marsak. I recently received word from the Scions that a cure for their affliction has been found. However, the procedure would require a great deal of preparation, and that is to say nothing of the difficulty in employing this treatment in combat. <sigh> If only I hadn't been captured by Misija... None of this would have happened.
> If the player has not completed {{i|Futures Rewritten}}
Mikoto: I discussed this at length with Mistress Krile, but I am afraid a cure for their condition yet eludes us. 
<sigh> If only I hadn't been captured by Misija... None of this would have happened.
---
Bajsaljen: The fault lies with me. I am the one who failed to see through her deceit. You are not to blame for any of this.
Gerolt: Aye, no use moonin' about feelin' sorry for yerself. Next ye'll be sayin' we should've never reforged the blades of Gunnhildr.
x@Resistance Soldier: Commander! We've received word of another summoning!
Bajsaljen: Mikoto, wait! Where are you going?
Lilja: It must be the summonings─ But we can think about that later!
Lilja: Please, [Forename]! You've got to stop her!
-cutscene end

-optional start
Bajsaljen: Should the queen be summoned again, I cannot risk more soldiers falling prey to her influence. Please, you must find Mikoto.
Bajsaljen: Is there anything you wished to discuss before you go?
Lilja: Mikoto said before that something about the summonings didn't sit right with her. Gods, I don't know what she's up to, but you have to find her!
Bwagi: What on earth has gotten into Mikoto? I thought she had better sense than to run headlong into danger.
-optional end

===Speak with Marsak on the Bozjan southern front===
Marsak: If the queen were to appear, we would only be a burden. You must go on without us.

===Speak with Mikoto===
-cutscene start
Voron: Lowborn traitor!
Zwynbhruda: Don't, Voron! You'll only provoke her!
Misija: How the tables have turned... Now, hold still. This won't hurt a bit.
Amigart: >> Wait, please! Don't! <<
Lyon rem Helsos: Something wrong, Misija? You've spared two of your captives.
Misija: Do it!
Lyon rem Helsos: Apologies. Seems I misspoke.
Misija: If you've come to bark orders, don't bother. The next step in my plan has already been set in motion.
Misija: Now, if you'll excuse me.
Lyon rem Helsos: I certainly hope she knows what she's doing. That eikon of hers is all we have left to buy us time until reinforcements arrive.
Lyon rem Helsos: But what on earth could this new plan of hers be? Oh, I do so love a good scheme. Alas, I've been strictly forbidden from helping her...
Mikoto: Let us return to Gangos. I have seen...more than enough.
Echo Begins
Bajsaljen: >> Not another step! We have you surrounded! <<
Bajsaljen: >> It's over, Misija. We know full well the crystal's power is spent! <<
Echo Ends
Mikoto: ...Another vision. Did you see it too?
Mikoto: Come, [Forename]. We must inform the others.
-cutscene end

-optional start
Marsak: It is a relief to see both you and Mikoto returned unharmed. I should certainly hope there was merit in her unprompted excursion onto the front lines.
Marsak: But we will speak of that soon enough. Is there something you wished to discuss?
Mikoto: A moment, please. I need to collect my thoughts before I elaborate further.
Lilja: Thank the gods you're both all right. I don't know what I'd do if anything happened to you two.
Lilja: If you need anything--anything at all--simply say the word.
Bwagi: I see you and Mikoto have returned in one piece. Good.
Bwagi: Care to share what you found out there? Or is there something else you wish to talk about?
-optional end

===Speak with Basaljen at Gangos===
-cutscene start
Marsak: Now that Blade [Surname] has arrived, would you care to elucidate your findings, Mikoto?
Mikoto: To speak plainly, I believe the apparition summoned at Castrum Lacus Litore and again on the southern front is not what we would call an eikon or a primal. Not in the strictest sense of the term.
Gerolt: The hells are ye talkin' about, lass? I've heard me fair share o' tales about primals, and what ye've all told me o' this Queen Gunnhildr fits the description to a bloody tittle.
Marsak: According to our records, Queen Gunnhildr wielded the power of the blade not to summon a god, but to become one, that she could protect our people.
Lilja: So she made herself a vessel for its power, then?
Mikoto: Misija claimed that after the Fourth Umbral Calamity was averted, the queen was able to return to her mortal form.
Mikoto: Tales passed down through the ages state much the same. It appears Queen Gunnhildr was able to call upon its power at will.
Bajsaljen: Then that would mean that a living vessel is required to wield the blade's true power. But that does not explain why it instead manifested in the form of Queen Gunnhildr.
Mikoto: Based on our experience in the castrum and what we observed on the southern front, I believe the blade was imbued with the queen's memories in the form of aether at the moment of her death, and that the crystal focus was used to draw them out.
Mikoto: Does that not sound familiar, [Forename]? Aether absorbed into a vessel, and thereafter used to call forth unspeakable monstrosities.
Mikoto: Precisely. It is a phenomenon quite similar to the auracite we discovered in Rabanastre.
Mikoto: As you may recall, Argath Thadalfus harbored a burning desire to rule, which was made manifest in the ruins of Lesalia.
Bwagi: Aye, it was the same for my brother, Ba'Gamnan. His guilt over the deaths of the prince and princess served as a catalyst for his own grisly transformation.
Bajsaljen: ...I see. From what we have learned of the holy blade thus far, it has much in common with auracite.
Mikoto: This is merely conjecture, but I suspect that Save the Queen was actually crafted from auracite, and altered to amplify the desires of whoever wields it.
Marsak: But who would be capable of such a feat?
Mikoto: I cannot say with any certainty, but together with the crystal foci, it is reminiscent of ancient Allagan technology. How it found its way into the hands of Bozjans is anyone's guess.
Gerolt: Now hold on a bleedin' minute. Let me see if I'm understandin' this right.
Gerolt: Yer sayin' that thing you saw in the castrum weren't no primal, but a mere sliver o' the queen's aether what was left over in the blade?
Lilja: It seems like it. But on the other hand, Misija can keep conjuring it up as many times as she wants.
Gerolt: Considerin' what it was designed for, that shade o' the queen is the least of our worries.
Mikoto: Indeed. Misija's ultimate goal is likely to become a vessel for the blade's power, much like the queen did to avert the Fourth Umbral Calamity.
Mikoto: With apt preparation, [Forename] could likely vanquish this shade of Queen Gunnhildr.
Mikoto: But if Misija should succeed in bringing the full power of the blade to bear...
Lilja: Are you suggesting there's a chance {{alternatives|f=she|m=he}} could lose? Impossible! Why, I can't even count the number of stories I've heard of [Forename]'s god-slaying adventures. What's one more notch on {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} belt?
Mikoto: I would rather it not come to that... Thankfully, Misija has yet to find a store of crystals suitable for her plans.
Mikoto: And I doubt she will─for the time being, at least─if the blade was designed in like manner to the crystal foci. We must act now, while there is still time.
-quest complete
System: New entries have been added to the Field Record under Collection in the Duty section of the main menu.
-cutscene end

-optional start
Marsak: I dare not ponder what will happen should Misija find a way to wield the full power of Save the Queen. We must stop her before that can happen.
Marsak: Is there aught you need, Blade [Surname]? If not, I will leave you to your duties.
Mikoto: If my suspicions are correct, then Misija is likely after... No, no that couldn't be it... Or could it...?
Lilja: I understand Mikoto's worried about Save the Queen--and rightfully so--but if anyone can stop Misija, it's you.
Lilja: I'm sure you have things to do, battles to prepare for, but if you need anything, don't hesitate to ask.
Bwagi: The more we learn of this Save the Queen, the slimmer our chances of success seem to become. Not that slim odds ever deter you from a challenge, eh?
</nowiki>}}

[[Category:Save the Queen]]

In the Name of the Light

2026-03-30T01:57:00Z

Maleficentabsinthe: corrected spacing of a couple lines of dialogue, added gender alternatives to a line, moved a section of optional dialogue to when it became available

{{Quest infobox
| title = In the Name of the Light
| image = In_the_Name_of_the_Light_Image.png
| description = The manager of suites is looking a little anxious.
| quest-giver = Manager of Suites
| related-npcs = Alisaie; Alphinaud; Arkil; Chessamile; Eirwel; Gracine; Moren; Riqi-Tio; Ryne
| location = The Crystarium
| location-x = 12.5
| location-y = 16.2
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-section = Main Scenario
| journal-category = Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quests
| journal-genre = The Voyage Home Quests
| level = 80
| req-quest = The Light of Hope
| req-items = 3 Undersized Grapes
| exp = 22440
| gil = 1295
| prev-quest = Echoes of a Fallen Star
| next-quest = Heroic Dreams
| release = shadowbringers
| patch = 5.3
| msq-index = 668
| id-gt = 69307
| id-edb = edc41a99cd4
}}

==Walkthrough==
As of [[Patch 5.3]], completion of the [[Crystal Tower]] sidequest chain up through {{i|The Light of Hope}} is required to pass this point. This only applies to players who were already past [[Patch 2.55]] quest {{i|A Time to Every Purpose}} at the time of [[Patch 5.3]]'s release.

==Steps==
* Speak with [[Moren]].
* Speak with [[Riqi-Tio]].
* Speak with [[Chessamile]].
* Speak with [[Gracine]].
* Obtain bunches of [[Undersized Grapes|undersized grapes]]. 0/3
* Deliver the bunches of undersized grapes to Riqi-Tio.
* Speak with Chessamile.

==Journal==
*As you converse with the manager of suites in the Pendants, Moren arrives to thank you for revealing the truth about Ardbert and his comrades to the people. While on the subject, you take the opportunity to ask him what he knows of Warriors of Light, and he seems all too eager to enlighten you─when suitably prepared. The librarian duly heads back to the Cabinet of Curiosity to gather up materials, and bids you join him there at your earliest convenience.

*Reporting for your lesson at the Cabinet, you are soon joined by Alphinaud, Alisaie, and Ryne, who chanced to be there on separate errands. His class duly assembled, Moren proceeds to explain that, despite sharing no apparent connection, many individuals have been hailed as Warriors of Light throughout Vrandtic history, and that in time the title came to be a synonym for hero. Intrigued, Alphinaud observes that the pithet is similarly used in the Source, and posits that Hydaelyn is likely the common thread. As you ponder what this might imply, you are interrupted by a little girl's excited boice followed by the rumble of tumbling tomes. You turn towards the commotion to find three Crystarium younglings, a shame-faced Riqi-Tio and her friends Arkil and Eirwel, whom Moren wastes no time chastising for their lack of care. Upon realizing she is in the presence of the great Warrior of Darkness, however, Riqi-Tio's chagrin reverts to excitement, and she can barely contain herself as she asks you what she must do to become a hero─or "Warrior of Light."

*In impassioned tones, Riqi-Tio elaborates on her ambition. She wishes to become a specific kind of Warrior of Light─one who uses potions to fight─and has come to the Cabinet to study. Rather than through tomes, however, Alphinaud believes he stands to learn best by observing the chirurgeons at work, and to that end he bids you accompany the Mystel child to Spagyrics.

*The kindly Chessamile takes Riqi-Tio under her wing, and entrusts her with a task: retrieving a potion ingredient from Sweetsieve. Lest her new charge come to harm, the chief chirurgeon requests that you go along to keep a watchful eye, before directing you to seek out a woman named Gracine.

*Gracine informs you that Chessamile's order is for grapes, but apologetically adds that they have yet to be harvested. At her suggestion, you go to help Alphinaud and Riqi-Tio pick bunches of undersized fruit directly from the vines.

*You pick what appears to be a reasonable haul of grapes, and take them to Riqi-Tio

*Fruit-picking concluded, Alphinaud asks Riqi-Tio what inspired her decision to become an apothecary and a Warrior of Light. The girl's response prompts him to reevaluate his belief that it was Elidibus who planted the desire to become Warriors of Light within people's hearts. Instead, he conclude, the desire to help their fellow man was present from the beginning. Having reaffirmed his resolve to settle matters in the First before departing for the Source, Alphinaud bends his steps back to Spagyrics, and you follow in turn.

*Riqi-Tio proudly delivers the grapes to Chessamile, and by the completion of this little task, takes her first step on the road to becoming a Warrior of Light. It falls to you to ensure that her pure intent is not twisted to serve some grand Ascian design...

==Dialogue==
{{Dialogue|<nowiki>
===Accepting the quest===
-cutscene start
'''Manager of Suites:''' Ah, {{alternatives|f=Mistress|m=master}} [Forename]. Will you be venturing forth today?
Manager of Suites: Do be sure to take care if so. Though they say the starshower was harmless, one can never be too careful...
'''Manager of Suites:''' But I concede it is not for me to tell the Warrior of Darkness how to look after {{alternatives|f=herself|m=himself}}. Old habits, you understand.
'''Moren@???:''' Ah, [Forename]! How very opportune!

'''Moren:''' Greetings, my friend. Do you perchance have a moment to spare?
'''Moren:''' Wonderful, wonderful!
Moren: I wanted to thank you, you see. For revealing to us the truth of the Warriors of Light.
Moren: After all these years, your tale set the record straight. Finally, the people see them as the great heroes they were.
Moren: Or the great hero he ''is'' in the case of Ardbert. You too were surprised to see him, I think?
'''Moren:''' At the time, I was not certain what to make of it all, but I could see the effect his words had on those around me. And then the stars rained down from the sky, and...well, you know the rest.
Moren: When the commotion died down, you were nowhere to be seen, but I was determined to express my gratitude. And so here I am.
Moren: Thank you, [Forename]─for giving voice to the truth, and restoring the Warriors of Light to their rightful place in history.
'''Moren:''' Should you, perhaps, wish to have your account of these matters committed to writing, I would be more than willing to serve as your scribe. Indeed, if there is ''anything'' I can do to help─anything at all─you need only say the word.
Question: What will you say?
> What can you tell me about the Warriors of Light?
'''Moren:''' I beg your pardon? ''You'' wish to ask ''me'' about the Warriors of Light?
Moren: Forgive me, but I daresay you already know more about them than any living soul─save for Ardbert himself, of course.
Moren: Unless...you refer to the Warriors of Light more broadly?
Moren: If so, I may yet be able to assist you in some small way.
> Very well. Tell me what the situation is like in the city.
Moren: The situation in the city? Do you mean...the people's awakening as Warriors of Light?
Moren: Well, while questions remain about the circumstances surrounding Ardbert's return, history tells us that what took place may not be entirely unprecedented.
Moren: Ah, but to understand that requires an understanding of “Warriors of Light” in a broader Vrandtic context.
Moren: If it please you, I should be glad to provide an overview. I flatter myself that it may grant you a better grasp of that which is occurring not only in the Crystarium, but the world at large.
---
Moren: Excellent! I shall return to the Cabinet at once and look up the relevant texts. Pray join me at your earliest convenience.

'''Manager of Suites:''' No rest for the righteous, it would seem. Do not let me keep you, {{alternatives|f=miss|m=sir}}. I bid you a pleasant day.
-quest accepted
-cutscene end

===Speak with Moren===
-cutscene start
'''Moren:''' Ah, [Forename], excellent timing. I have but this moment finished gathering the materials for our lesson.
Moren: As a great many works make reference to the Warriors of Light, I shall─with your permission─focus only upon the details that seem most relevant.
'''Alphinaud:''' The Warriors of Light, you say? Forgive us, but we couldn't help overhearing.
'''Alisaie:''' We've been out keeping watch over the Crystarium, but it appears to be business as usual.
Alisaie: So I thought I'd spend some time brushing up my knowledge of familiars and Alphinaud volunteered to help.
'''Ryne:''' I...actually came on a different errand, but I'd be interested in hearing about the Warriors of Light as well.
Ryne: May I join you?
'''Moren:''' Of course, of course! The more the merrier!
Moren: If you would care to find a table below, I shall be down with the books in a moment.
'''Moren:''' Were one to pore over the annals of Vrandtic history, one would note the comparatively frequent recurrence of individuals hailed as "Warriors of Light."
Moren: Ardbert and his comrades require no introduction, but many others bore the epithet long before them.
'''Moren:''' To name but a few, there was Tolthewil, legendary first king of Lakeland, Roddfort and Saulard, the fabled Drahn and Galdjent duo of Voeburt...
Moren: And no list of Vrandtic heroes would be complete without the archmage Tiuna of Ronka. In older texts, she too was called a Warrior of Light.
'''Alisaie:''' It did surprise me how ready people were to forget the negative associations of the title. But it makes sense if it's been around for centuries.
'''Moren:''' Verily. In ages past, it was simply a synonym for "hero."
Moren: In the wake of the Flood, however, Light came to be regarded with fear; the title used not to exalt, but to revile.
Moren: A far cry from its beginnings...
'''Moren:''' This, my friends, is Norvrandt's oldest epic. The original tale of the struggle between good and evil.
Moren: In a time when all lay shrouded in Darkness, a prophesied hero rose to deliver the world from its doom. Fighting in the name of the Light, the hero styled himself its foot soldier. And thus did he come to be known as "The Warrior of Light."
Moren: Curiously, in the centuries that followed, other heroes appeared who claimed the selfsame epithet, despite sharing no discernible connection with their predecessors.
Moren: And in time, Warrior of Light came to be a name accorded to all men and women of uncommon skill and valor.
'''Alphinaud:''' Well, well...The plot thickens.
Alphinaud: As you know, the title of Warrior of Light is also used in the Source.
Alphinaud: Though the manners in which individuals have earned it are many and varied, heroes have been honored thus since antiquity.
Alphinaud: Nor does the custom show any sign of dying out─as you can well attest.
'''Ryne:''' It makes you wonder, doesn't it...It surely can't be a coincidence.
'''Alphinaud:''' Indeed not.
Alphinaud: Let us imagine a man who has awakened to the Echo and is able to hear Hydaelyn's voice. As She styles him, so too does he style himself─a Warrior of Light.
Alphinaud: Of course, being blessed with the Echo does not in itself make one a hero. And conversely, there will have been no few heroes who were ''not'' blessed with it.
Alphinaud: But such distinctions are immaterial to the masses, and over time they came to use the title "Warrior of Light" and the word "hero" interchangeably.
'''Alisaie:''' Sounds about right. It would be interesting to see if the theory holds true in the other worlds─if crossing the rift were that easy.

Question: What will you say?

> Hydaelyn ''did'' call me a Warrior Light.
'''Ryne:''' She did? I've never heard Her voice myself.
Ryne: But I can feel Her presence. Perhaps through Minfilia.

> What's in a name? It doesn't change anything.
'''Ryne:''' Well...I think a name can mean a lot. And I imagine it would be terrible to have people call you something which didn't feel right.

> And there I was thinking I was special...
'''Ryne:''' B-But you ''are'' special! No matter how many Warriors of Light there are out there, there's no one like you!
---

'''Alisaie:''' At any rate, assuming all of this is true, and there's a common thread behind the epithet, I doubt the Ascians will have been amused.
Alisaie: To have the world at large associate Light, and by extension Hydaelyn, with "good" must have added insult to injury.
'''Moren:''' Ahem. While this discussion is undeniably fascinating, I wonder...should I be privy to it? Mayhap it would be better if I excused myself...?
'''Alphinaud:''' Oh! No need for that, my friend! Pray accept our apologies. Your lesson on the Warriors of Light has given us much to ponder...
'''Riqi-Tio@Little Girl's Voice:''' Ooh, ooh! Did someone say Warriors of Light!?
'''Riqi-Tio@Little Girl's Voice:''' >> Uwaahh!! <<
'''Moren:''' Riqi-Tio! Are you all right!?
Moren: Ahhh, my precious tomes...<sigh> Did I not say you must take care in the Cabinet?
Moren: You too, Arkil! Eirwel!
'''Arkil:''' We're sorry, Master Moren...
Arkil: <gasp> Aren't you...?
'''Riqi-Tio:''' ...The Warrior of Darkness!?
Riqi-Tio: M-My name's Riqi-Tio, and...and I want to help everyone!
Riqi-Tio: Please, tell me what I have to do to be a hero─to be a Warrior of Light!
-cutscene end

-optional start
'''Moren:''' The children's inquisitiveness is to be commended, but...ahhh, my precious tomes...

'''Alphinaud:''' Setting aside our misgivings, it would seem churlish to discourage the young lady. Let's hear what she has to say.

'''Alisaie:''' No harm done. To the children, at least...

'''Ryne:''' Even children want to become Warriors of Light...

'''Arkil:''' Um...do you remember me?
'''Arkil:''' When you returned from the sea with the Exarch, I asked you how you became so strong.

'''Eirwel:''' We're sorry we knocked over the books...
-optional end

===Speak with Riqi-Tio===
'''Riqi-Tio:''' So, I want to be a Warrior of Light. But not one that fights with a sword and all that.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' No, I want to be the kind that fights with potions and heals people! An apothecary!
'''Riqi-Tio:''' And I'm going to help everyone in the Crystarium. No, in all of Norvrandt!
'''Riqi-Tio:''' When I told Arkil and Eirwel this, they said that the Cabinet should have lots of tomes about potions.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' But this place is so big, and we don't have the faintest idea where to begin searching. At this rate, I'm not going to get anywhere...
'''Alphinaud:''' If one knew where to look, one should indeed be able to find treatises on potions here. Even so, I fear they may prove a little difficult for ones so young. But hmmm...
'''Alphinaud:''' Esteemed Warrior of Darkness, perhaps you might accompany young Riqi-Tio to Spagyrics? Rather than through tomes, I believe she stands to learn more by observing the chirurgeons at their work.
'''Alisaie:''' Sounds like a plan. It seems we've finished here, so we'll come with you.

Question: What will you say?
> Last one to Spagyrics is a rotten egg!
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Hah, I'll have you know I'm really fast! You're going to be the rotten egg!

> I'll go, but only for a little while.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Really? Thank you so much, Warrior of Darkness! We'll see you at Spagyrics!

> I don't have time for this...
'''Alphinaud:''' I know you are a busy {{alternatives|f=woman|m=man}}, but we can't well leave them without guidance. And it would only be for a little while.
'''Alphinaud:''' You can find your way to Spagyrics, I trust? Off you go, then, and have care you do not knock anything else over.
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'''Moren''': I shall remain here and tidy up. I hope that today's lesson will be of some use to you.

''At Spagyrics''
'''Eirwel:''' After you've finished helping Riqi, can you help us become Warriors of Light too?

'''Arkil:''' Chessamile's medicines work really well. I just wish they didn't taste so bad.

'''Ryne:''' It appears there aren't so many patients at the moment. I only pray that such peaceful days continue.

'''Alisaie:''' A warrior who fights with potions... It's certainly innovative. I prefer a blade myself, but to each her own.

'''Alphinaud:''' See how her eyes shine, my friend. We have made her day.
'''Alphinaud:''' Ascian machination or no, it wouldn't do to dash the dreams of one so young. The Exarch would feel the same, I believe.

'''Riqi-Tio:''' Right, I'm here! What do I do? What do I do?
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===Speak with Chessamile===
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'''Chessamile:''' Well now, to what do I owe the pleasure of so many bright-eyed visitors?
'''Chessamile:''' Is that the way of it, sweetie? You wish to learn about medicine?
'''Riqi-Tio:''' That's right! I want to become a Warrior of Light who uses potions to help people all over the world!
'''Chessamile:''' Well, that is a very noble endeavor, and you aren't alone in it. No few at our infirmary yearn to venture forth as Warriors of Light.
'''Chessamile:''' But ultimately, they have all decided not to pursue that dream.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Huh? Why?
'''Chessamile:''' Because the people here need them too, sweetie.
'''Chessamile:''' The guards who place themselves in harm's way to keep us safe. The artisans who toil tirelessly that we might sustain our way of life. And younglings like you, who are the future of the Crystarium.
'''Chessamile:''' They couldn't simply abandon them, you see. And so, difficult though it was, they made the decision to remain.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Then...does this mean my dream isn't any good?
'''Chessamile:''' Oh, sweetie, yours is a wonderful dream. And it would be my pleasure to help you to pursue it.
'''Chessamile:''' If we all work hard, the day will come when our chirurgeons may set forth to aid folk in every corner of the realm.
'''Chessamile:''' As we strive towards that day, I hope that we can rely upon you as well. Though I must warn you, ours is not an easy path. No, you must work very, very hard.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' I'm not afraid of hard work! I'll become the best apothecary ever, just you watch!
'''Chessamile:''' Hee hee, that's the spirit! Without further ado, then, may I entrust you with a task?
'''Chessamile:''' I have placed an order at Sweetsieve for a potion ingredient, and I would like you to go and collect it.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Ooh, an ingredient! Leave it to me, miss!
'''Chessamile:''' My, such an abundance of energy. Though I can't help wonder if she'll be all right by herself.
'''Chessamile:''' My apologies, but would you mind accompanying her? When you arrive at Sweetsieve, speak with a woman named Gracine, and she will point you in the right direction.
'''Alphinaud:''' I shall join you. As the one who suggested this course to Riqi-Tio, I would assist in her first steps.
'''Alisaie:''' And what about the two of you? Are you coming along too?
'''Eirwel:''' Well, we ''do'' want to become Warriors of Light, just not the same kind as Riqi.
Eirwel: So we'll wait for you here, Warrior of Darkness. When you return, please teach us how to fight!
'''Alisaie:''' In that case, Ryne and I shall keep them company and take the opportunity to ask about their aspirations.
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'''Arkil:''' We know you're busy, but we want to be just like you. We hope you'll teach us how.

'''Eirwel:''' We won't move an ilm until you return!

'''Alisaie:''' Too many grown-ups would only diminish Riqi-Tio's sense of accomplishment. We'll stay here and talk to her friends.

'''Chessamile:''' Thank you, sweetie. I feel better knowing that you're keeping an eye on Riqi-Tio.

'''Ryne:''' If it's to be had at Sweetsieve, I assume the ingredient is some manner of crop.
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===Speak with Glacine===
'''Gracine:''' <gasp> If it isn't the Warrior of Darkness {{alternatives|f=herself|m=himself}}! May I assume you are with Master Alphinaud?
'''Gracine:''' Right. Lest you wonder, Chessamile's order is for grapes.
'''Gracine:''' As busy as we have been of late, however, I regret to say we didn't have the time to harvest them.
Gracine: So it was with apologies that I asked Master Alphinaud and his young companion to help themselves to the fruits on the vines. Perhaps you could lend them a hand?
'''Gracine:''' It's the undersized grapes you'll want to pick. They're too small for normal consumption, but suitable for making wine and medicine.
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'''Gracine:''' My apologies again for failing to have the grapes ready. Next time, please let us treat you to the pick of the crop!
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===Obtain bunches of undersized grapes===
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'''Riqi-Tio:''' Hmmm... Are these small enough?

'''Alphinaud:''' Ah, there you are. As it turns out, the ingredient still wants for harvesting, so we are going about that now.
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===Deliver the bunches of undersized grapes to Riqi-Tio===
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'''Alphinaud:''' I've harvested all the undersized grapes I could find here. How goes the picking effort?
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'''Riqi-Tio:''' Oh, you're here too? We're picking little grapes. It's quite fun!

''The player hands over 3 {{i|Undersized Grapes}}.''

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'''Riqi-Tio:''' Wow, you've picked this many already!? Amazing!
'''Alphinaud:''' I daresay we have enough between us. Shall we take them back to Chessamile?
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Heh heh! I can't wait to see what she's going to do with them!
'''Alphinaud:''' Tell me, Riqi ─ what made you want to become an apothecary and Warrior of Light?
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Why? Well...
'''Riqi-Tio:''' A while ago, I fell sick. Really sick. My body was burning up, and I felt so weak I couldn't even get out of bed.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Then a traveling apothecary came and gave me a potion to drink. It was the foulest thing I'd ever tasted...but it made me get better!
'''Riqi-Tio:''' She was so brave ─ the apothecary, I mean. She went around taking care of people, even when it was dangerous. And I decided I wanted to help people, just like her.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' So I started brewing potions out of grass and giving them to my friends. But I didn't really know what I was doing, or if there was anything else I could do.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Then not long ago, a neighbor told me he was going to become a Warrior of Light, and go traveling the world, helping people.
'''Riqi-Tio:''' And I thought, that's the same as what ''I'' want to do!
'''Alphinaud:''' I see. Out of curiosity, what did your neighbor do in the end?
'''Riqi-Tio:''' Theyler? I haven't seen him for a bit, so he must already be out there looking for people to help.
'''Alphinaud:''' Theyler...One of the guards awakened by the starshower.
'''Alphinaud:''' Thank you for sharing your tale with us, Riqi-Tio. I myself took inspiration from one not unlike your traveling apothecary, and I hope her good example will spur you on to realize your dreams.
'''Alphinaud:''' But it will not be done in a day. Such lofty goals are reached through hard work and persistence, through countless little acts of heroism ─ like delivering the grapes to Chessamile.

'''Alphinaud:'''...It would seem I have been laboring under a misapprehension.
'''Alphinaud:''' I had convinced myself that it was Elidibus who had sowed the desire to become Warriors of Light within the hearts of the people.
'''Alphinaud:''' But I see now that the impulse to aid their fellow man abided within them from the first.
'''Alphinaud:''' Elidibus did no more than give it a name.
'''Alphinaud:''' And as he so kindly proclaimed, we must return to our own world ere long.
'''Alphinaud:''' With the Exarch laboring tirelessly, I doubt not but that a way will be found.
'''Alphinaud:''' Yet I believe I speak for us all when I say I cannot leave in good conscience ─ not until we have dealt with Elidibus.
'''Alphinaud:''' This is no longer a strange and distant land, after all. Norvrandt has become as a home to us, and her people our own.
'''Alphinaud:''' Hm. Let us return to Spagyrics. It wouldn't do to keep your admirers waiting.
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'''Chessamile:''' My thanks for bringing this lively little one to us. I shall do my best to make an apothecary out of her.

'''Riqi-Tio:''' Thanks for helping with the grapes, Warrior of Darkness. In return, I promise to brew you a potion one day!

'''Eirwel:''' Huzzah, you're back! We're ready to start learning!

'''Arkil:''' Riqi didn't make you drink one of her grass potions, did she?

'''Ryne:''' Riqi-Tio was beaming with pride when she returned.
'''Ryne:''' It may only have been a simple task, but she won't soon forget this achievement.

'''Alphinaud:''' Riqi-Tio has duly delivered her grapes, as have I.

'''Alisaie:''' After chatting with Arkil and Eirwel here, we came to an agreement ─ but I'll let them explain their request themselves.
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===Speak with Chessamile===
'''Chessamile:''' My thanks for your kind help, sweetie.
'''Chessamile:''' We now have all the ingredients we require. From the grapes we shall make a vinegar, to which we will add elf grass and a few other herbs to produce an invigorating syrup. Though it's unspeakably sour, it does wonders for the constitution.
'''Chessamile:''' As part of her studies, I may just have to give Riqi-Tio a little taste. Hee hee!

-quest complete

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