Everything you need to know about Final Fantasy XIV

An empire reborn

Here you'll find everything you need to know about the base game, as well as all the guides that cover ongoing elements like general job guides, game mechanics, and more.

• Tips for beginners

  

  One of the great things about FF14 is that quality of life improvements and additional features are constantly being added to improve the game overall. Here you will find guides to the most basic functions to help you start your new adventure as a Warrior of Light.

• Jobs and classes

  

  Unlike many other MMOs, in FF14 you are not limited to one job/class and can change roles whenever you feel like it. Here you will find more general job guides as well as more detailed job play guides.

• Crafting and collecting

  

  It's not always about swinging a sword or casting a spell, you can also take a break and craft or collect something. Here you will find general guides for the hand and land disciplines as well as more detailed guides for each class.

  • Disciples of the Hand/Land Guide

• Character and gameplay customization

  

  If you ever want to change the appearance of your Warrior of Light to make him more unique and ultimately more “you,” here are some guides on changing your character's appearance, your HUD, and more.

• Free businesses and housing

  

  Free companies can be thought of as “guilds” where you and like-minded players or friends can chat and plan adventures with each other. Housing was added in patch 2.1, giving FCs a place to call home, while personal housing and apartments were added later. Here you will find everything you need to know about FCs and housing.

• Mounts and companions

  

  You'll soon tire of running all over Eorzea on foot, but don't worry, your friendly Chocobo mount will be there eventually. Here's everything you need to know about unlocking mounts and Chocobo companions.

• The golden saucer

  

  The Gold Saucer is a mini-game lover's paradise. Originally added in patch 2.51, the Gold Saucer has since undergone a number of improvements and additions, giving you a number of ways to spend your time when you're not busy saving the world. Here you will find instructions for the various mini-games available here.

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and More (ARR)

  

  When you're ready to group up with other WoLs and tackle content, you'll quickly find yourself faced with different tasks, a variety of bosses, mechanics to learn, and of course lots of great rewards to score gives. Here you will find instructions for all tasks related to the original content of A Realm Reborn.

• Guides and Unlockable Features (ARR)

  

  There's so much more to FF14 than just quests, leveling up, and mini-games. Guides on additional activities like hunting, grinding for Zodiac weapons, or if you're looking for a specific guide can be found here.

• PvP

  

  Here's everything you need to know about PvP in Final Fantasy 14, including dedicated job guides to help you become a pro in no time.

Everything we know about the Dawntrail expansion

Heavenward

HeavenwardThe very first expansion of Final Fantasy 14, released in 2015, focuses on the Dragonsong War that rages between Ishgard and the Dragonkin. In addition to adding a wealth of content and areas, Heavensward increases the level cap to 60, introduces flying mounts, the Au Ra race, and three new classes – Dark Knight, Astrologer, and Machinist.

• Exploration (HW)

  

  The thrill of flying mounts came with a price: streams of aether. They are scattered throughout the Heavensward maps and must be collected before you can fly to each zone. Fortunately, the number of Aetherstreams for older expansions has recently been reduced. Here's everything you need to track them all down.

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and more (HW)

  

  Get ready for new dungeons, raids, trials and more! Here you'll find walkthroughs for some of the more difficult tasks, so you can team up with other adventurers without going in completely blind.

• Instructions and unlockables (HW)

  

  A new expansion means new hunts, custom deliveries and new relic weapons – Anima weapons! You can find out everything you need to know here.

Stormblood

Stormbloodthe second Final Fantasy 14 expansion, released in 2017, saw players travel to new territories in the Far East to help liberate lands conquered by the Garlean Empire. Once again, players were offered a whole host of new areas, content and challenges, but most importantly, this expansion increases the level cap to 70, adds the Red Mage and Samurai jobs, and also introduces the diving and swimming mechanics.

• Exploration (SB)

  

  You guessed it – new zones mean you'll have to collect new Aetherstreams, but don't worry, we've got guides on where to find them all right here. You can also find information about special FATEs here.

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and more (SB)

  

  If you're ready and waiting for a new challenge, Stormblood has a lot to offer. Here you will find walkthroughs for various tasks and even some quests.

• Instructions and unlockable items (SB)

  

  There are new hunts, new Beast Tribe quests, new mechanics and lots of additional goodies to unlock. Instructions can be found here.

All Minions added in Patch 6.45 and how to get them

Shadowbringer

The Shadowbringer The expansion released in 2019 flipped the script and turned your Warrior of Light into a Warrior of Darkness in a brand new world. It increases the level cap to 80, adds the Gunbreaker and Dancer jobs, and two new races, Hrothgar (male only) and Viera (female only). It also introduces the Trust System, allowing players to tackle content alongside well-known NPCs, New Game+ and the World Visit System.

• Exploration (ShB)

  

  New cards? New Aether Streams! Here are guides on where to find them all, as well as information on special FATEs.

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and More (ShB)

  

  If you need help with specific dungeons, trials, or raids, you can find guides here. We also cover specific walkthroughs for quests and tasks here.

  • Quest and Duty Walkthroughs (ShB)

How to get the Tsukumogami Parasol

Endwalker

Endwalker launching in December 2021, lifting the curtain on the Hydaelyn and Zodiark arc that has been unfolding for over a decade. Like every expansion before it, Endwalker adds a variety of new content, increases the level cap to 90, adds the Sage and Reaper jobs, and introduces the male Viera.

• Exploration (EW)

  

  A new expansion means there are lots of new areas to explore. Of course, you want to unlock flying as quickly as possible. That's why you'll find instructions here that show where you can find all the ether streams. We also have guides to viewing protocols and special FATEs.

  • Viewing protocols and FATEs (EW)

• New jobs

  

  Endwalker added two new jobs to the game – Reaper and Sage. Here's how to unlock them and what you need to know about learning each role. You can also find information about the Endwalker job role quests here.

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and More (EW)

  

  Here you will find walkthroughs for all of Endwalker's dungeons, trials and raids. If you want to know how the mechanics work, how to unlock certain tasks, or what loot you can grab where, you'll find it all here.

  • Quest and task walkthroughs (EW)

• Guides and Unlockables (EW)

  

  Endwalker adds new hunts, custom deliveries, items and more. Here you'll find guides to special features like artifact armor, treasure maps, and more.

Dawn Trail

In Final Fantasy 14's Dawntrail expansion, the Warriors of Light sail to the distant shores of Tural, where they join the cause of the Third Promise to claim the throne of the Servant of the Dawn, pitting them against old allies. It's time to find the legendary city of gold.

In addition to brand new areas to explore, two new job roles, and an increase in the level cap to 100, there's a lot more to discover.

• Jobs (DT)

  

  There are two new jobs to contend with in Dawntrail: the ranged magic DPS, Pictomancer, and the melee DPS, Viper. Here's everything you need to know about her.

• Exploration (DT)

  

  There are a wealth of new areas to explore and you start in the colorful town of Tuliyollal. If you're wondering where to find the Aetherflow or Sightseeing Log entries, you'll find it all here.

  • Viewing protocols and FATEs (DT)

• Dungeons, Trials, Raids and More (DT)

  

  Are you ready to tackle the new MSQ, side quests, dungeons, trials and more? There are some challenges on Dawntrail. So if you need a little helping hand, our guides here might be just what you're looking for.

  • Quest and Duty Walkthroughs (DT)

• Instructions and unlockable features (DT)

  

  There's a lot to unpack when it comes to Dawntrail, and you'll no doubt have a question or two about how or where to unlock something or do something you're used to, or perhaps how to do one of the newly added features can. We have everything covered here.

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