Final Fantasy XIV Fun Facts
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Fan account for FFXIV lore fun facts; info ALWAYS from Eorzea Encyclopedia, in-game text, or official Lodestone
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The final boss of The Grand Cosmos dungeon, Lugus, was originally a fae lantern that accidentally gained sentience. Afterwards, their master Beq Lugg, realized that the creature would be better used for protection
November 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
The final boss of The Grand Cosmos dungeon, Lugus, was originally a fae lantern that accidentally gained sentience. Afterwards, their master Beq Lugg, realized that the creature would be better used for protection
The final boss of the Lost City of Amdapor Hard Mode, Kuribu, was created by Amdapori magi to protect the city. To better contend with voidsent, it is said to have been made in the image of transcendent beings from another plane, now believed to be sineaters
November 19, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The final boss of the Lost City of Amdapor Hard Mode, Kuribu, was created by Amdapori magi to protect the city. To better contend with voidsent, it is said to have been made in the image of transcendent beings from another plane, now believed to be sineaters
Manxome Molaa Ja Ja, the final boss of Wanderer's Palace Hard Mode, is both leader and second-in-command of the Silverscales. Known as a blessed sibling, he crossed the sea to strengthen his claim to the throne of the Autarch. To make a name in Eorzea, he captured the temple.
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Manxome Molaa Ja Ja, the final boss of Wanderer's Palace Hard Mode, is both leader and second-in-command of the Silverscales. Known as a blessed sibling, he crossed the sea to strengthen his claim to the throne of the Autarch. To make a name in Eorzea, he captured the temple.
Teraflare, Summoner Limit Break 3, is a magick that echoes the blasts of Bahamut himself. All those who bathed in the Dreadwyrm's scattered aether in the 7th Umbral Calamity posses the potential to master this spell.
November 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Teraflare, Summoner Limit Break 3, is a magick that echoes the blasts of Bahamut himself. All those who bathed in the Dreadwyrm's scattered aether in the 7th Umbral Calamity posses the potential to master this spell.
Final Haven, Monk Limit Break 3, is created by concentrating aether within a single fist. The following blow strikes an opponent with a catastrophic detonation. This technique cannot be performed until one is prepared to reach beyond mortal limits.
November 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Final Haven, Monk Limit Break 3, is created by concentrating aether within a single fist. The following blow strikes an opponent with a catastrophic detonation. This technique cannot be performed until one is prepared to reach beyond mortal limits.
Samurai Limit Break 3, Doom of the Living, is when the samurai portrays the foe's life with innumerable slashes of the blade, ends that life with a single, aether-infused stroke, and sheathes her weapon in a symbolic depiction of transience.
November 14, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Samurai Limit Break 3, Doom of the Living, is when the samurai portrays the foe's life with innumerable slashes of the blade, ends that life with a single, aether-infused stroke, and sheathes her weapon in a symbolic depiction of transience.
Ceol Aen, located near Bardam's Mettle, are stone pillars engraved with songs of the peoples of the Steppe. Although the pillars' placements may seem haphazard, when the wind blows, they are said to come alive with songs of eld.
November 13, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Ceol Aen, located near Bardam's Mettle, are stone pillars engraved with songs of the peoples of the Steppe. Although the pillars' placements may seem haphazard, when the wind blows, they are said to come alive with songs of eld.
The Bardam's Mettle is a trial that symbolizes Bardam's life. The second boss, the stone colossus named Bardam, exemplifies his youthful strength and arrogance.
November 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The Bardam's Mettle is a trial that symbolizes Bardam's life. The second boss, the stone colossus named Bardam, exemplifies his youthful strength and arrogance.
Siren, a notable boss in Pharos Sirius, was once feared across the 5 seas. Recent sightings have stirred tales of entrancing entire crews with their songs and feeding on their souls.
November 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Siren, a notable boss in Pharos Sirius, was once feared across the 5 seas. Recent sightings have stirred tales of entrancing entire crews with their songs and feeding on their souls.
The Wood Wailers and Gods' Quiver always cooperated with the Twin Adder but always maintained their independence. However, after the Battle of Carteneau, they were officially ushered into the Order.
November 9, 2025 at 5:28 PM
The Wood Wailers and Gods' Quiver always cooperated with the Twin Adder but always maintained their independence. However, after the Battle of Carteneau, they were officially ushered into the Order.
Even the replica of the blade Zantetsuken is forged with a peculiar metal alloy. The allow resonates with the aether of its bearer, expanding or contracting until optimal balance is achieved.
November 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Even the replica of the blade Zantetsuken is forged with a peculiar metal alloy. The allow resonates with the aether of its bearer, expanding or contracting until optimal balance is achieved.
At 44, Ilberd Feare, was often known as Ilberd of the Dull Blade, due to his constant sparring with Raubahn. He found his weapon, Lionshead, while exploring the Invisible City at behest of the Thaumaturges' Guild.
November 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
At 44, Ilberd Feare, was often known as Ilberd of the Dull Blade, due to his constant sparring with Raubahn. He found his weapon, Lionshead, while exploring the Invisible City at behest of the Thaumaturges' Guild.
Blood of the Dragon is a technique that allows the Azure Dragoon to draw upon the strength of the Eye. It allows a wyrm's instincts to supplant one's own thus a will of steel is paramount to controlling it.
November 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Blood of the Dragon is a technique that allows the Azure Dragoon to draw upon the strength of the Eye. It allows a wyrm's instincts to supplant one's own thus a will of steel is paramount to controlling it.
In 761 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Azure Dragoon Valeroyant repelled an attack against Nidhogg. However, 25 years later, he died protecting a small village of shepherds against the Horde. The Holy See canonized him as a Saint after his death.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM
In 761 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Azure Dragoon Valeroyant repelled an attack against Nidhogg. However, 25 years later, he died protecting a small village of shepherds against the Horde. The Holy See canonized him as a Saint after his death.
In the year 1559 of the Sixth Astral Era, under influence by the Syndicate, officially coined the term "Beast Tribe. Monetarists sought to preserve their special privileges by ousting their competitors. With the backing of the Syndicate, they overruled the sultan's will
November 4, 2025 at 4:05 PM
In the year 1559 of the Sixth Astral Era, under influence by the Syndicate, officially coined the term "Beast Tribe. Monetarists sought to preserve their special privileges by ousting their competitors. With the backing of the Syndicate, they overruled the sultan's will
In the year 1322 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Creeping Death decimated much of Hyur population in Gridania. Five years later, it was an alchemist sent from Ul'dah who developed a cure for it.
November 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
In the year 1322 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Creeping Death decimated much of Hyur population in Gridania. Five years later, it was an alchemist sent from Ul'dah who developed a cure for it.
The Major Arcana from the Deck of Sixty are often used for divining fates for Astrologians. However, records dating the Third Astral Era show that people have long applied cards to leisurely pursuits such as gambling.
November 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Major Arcana from the Deck of Sixty are often used for divining fates for Astrologians. However, records dating the Third Astral Era show that people have long applied cards to leisurely pursuits such as gambling.
Accoridng to the Eorzea creation myth, The Twelve created Heaven and Hells respective of each of the 6 elements. The 7th Heaven, that rules over the others, is Astral aspected. Similarly, the 7th Hell, the rules over the others, is Umbral aspected.
November 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Accoridng to the Eorzea creation myth, The Twelve created Heaven and Hells respective of each of the 6 elements. The 7th Heaven, that rules over the others, is Astral aspected. Similarly, the 7th Hell, the rules over the others, is Umbral aspected.
Dire Facts #6:
The Ahm Nohl region of UItima Thul means "a dragonsong unsung" in Dragonspeak. This was once a hatching ground that was carbonized in an Alphatron attack. The eggs fortunate enough to escape only spawned malformed dragonets who didn't survive long.
The Ahm Nohl region of UItima Thul means "a dragonsong unsung" in Dragonspeak. This was once a hatching ground that was carbonized in an Alphatron attack. The eggs fortunate enough to escape only spawned malformed dragonets who didn't survive long.
October 31, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Dire Facts #6:
The Ahm Nohl region of UItima Thul means "a dragonsong unsung" in Dragonspeak. This was once a hatching ground that was carbonized in an Alphatron attack. The eggs fortunate enough to escape only spawned malformed dragonets who didn't survive long.
The Ahm Nohl region of UItima Thul means "a dragonsong unsung" in Dragonspeak. This was once a hatching ground that was carbonized in an Alphatron attack. The eggs fortunate enough to escape only spawned malformed dragonets who didn't survive long.
Dire Facts #5:
The Hour of Certain Durance of Lakeland was built before The Flood of Light. The prison held those accused of murder, insurgency and other similar crimes. Many were unable to escape during the Flood of Light and were ripped apart by sin eaters
The Hour of Certain Durance of Lakeland was built before The Flood of Light. The prison held those accused of murder, insurgency and other similar crimes. Many were unable to escape during the Flood of Light and were ripped apart by sin eaters
October 30, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Dire Facts #5:
The Hour of Certain Durance of Lakeland was built before The Flood of Light. The prison held those accused of murder, insurgency and other similar crimes. Many were unable to escape during the Flood of Light and were ripped apart by sin eaters
The Hour of Certain Durance of Lakeland was built before The Flood of Light. The prison held those accused of murder, insurgency and other similar crimes. Many were unable to escape during the Flood of Light and were ripped apart by sin eaters
Dire Facts #4:
King Theodoric (The Mad King) of Ala Mhigo purged the Fist of Rhalgr for protesting his reign. Within the Temple, he also burned priests and refugees alive. Afterwards, he executed royalty, wealthy smallfolk and later, even those in the palace he deemed traitors
King Theodoric (The Mad King) of Ala Mhigo purged the Fist of Rhalgr for protesting his reign. Within the Temple, he also burned priests and refugees alive. Afterwards, he executed royalty, wealthy smallfolk and later, even those in the palace he deemed traitors
October 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Dire Facts #4:
King Theodoric (The Mad King) of Ala Mhigo purged the Fist of Rhalgr for protesting his reign. Within the Temple, he also burned priests and refugees alive. Afterwards, he executed royalty, wealthy smallfolk and later, even those in the palace he deemed traitors
King Theodoric (The Mad King) of Ala Mhigo purged the Fist of Rhalgr for protesting his reign. Within the Temple, he also burned priests and refugees alive. Afterwards, he executed royalty, wealthy smallfolk and later, even those in the palace he deemed traitors
Dire Facts #3:
The Calamity of Water swallowed towns whole and drowned those unable to escape. However, even those who survived were met with salt-clogged swamps where even weeds refused to take root. The lack of crops caused many of the Flood's survivors to starve
The Calamity of Water swallowed towns whole and drowned those unable to escape. However, even those who survived were met with salt-clogged swamps where even weeds refused to take root. The lack of crops caused many of the Flood's survivors to starve
October 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Dire Facts #3:
The Calamity of Water swallowed towns whole and drowned those unable to escape. However, even those who survived were met with salt-clogged swamps where even weeds refused to take root. The lack of crops caused many of the Flood's survivors to starve
The Calamity of Water swallowed towns whole and drowned those unable to escape. However, even those who survived were met with salt-clogged swamps where even weeds refused to take root. The lack of crops caused many of the Flood's survivors to starve
Dire Facts #2:
While it's commonly known that Ul'dah sits above the ruins Sil'dih, much of the populace does not know that zombies once filled these ruins. Even some Amalj'aa marauders who helped defeat the undead succumbed to the curse, and remain trapped underground even today
While it's commonly known that Ul'dah sits above the ruins Sil'dih, much of the populace does not know that zombies once filled these ruins. Even some Amalj'aa marauders who helped defeat the undead succumbed to the curse, and remain trapped underground even today
October 27, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Dire Facts #2:
While it's commonly known that Ul'dah sits above the ruins Sil'dih, much of the populace does not know that zombies once filled these ruins. Even some Amalj'aa marauders who helped defeat the undead succumbed to the curse, and remain trapped underground even today
While it's commonly known that Ul'dah sits above the ruins Sil'dih, much of the populace does not know that zombies once filled these ruins. Even some Amalj'aa marauders who helped defeat the undead succumbed to the curse, and remain trapped underground even today
Dire Facts #1:
Before becoming Barbariccia, she lived without agency as the only daughter to a recently-noble family. After trying to escape, she was captured by her father. In retaliation, she bludgeoned him with an axe and left home to become a menace on the battlefield
Before becoming Barbariccia, she lived without agency as the only daughter to a recently-noble family. After trying to escape, she was captured by her father. In retaliation, she bludgeoned him with an axe and left home to become a menace on the battlefield
October 26, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Dire Facts #1:
Before becoming Barbariccia, she lived without agency as the only daughter to a recently-noble family. After trying to escape, she was captured by her father. In retaliation, she bludgeoned him with an axe and left home to become a menace on the battlefield
Before becoming Barbariccia, she lived without agency as the only daughter to a recently-noble family. After trying to escape, she was captured by her father. In retaliation, she bludgeoned him with an axe and left home to become a menace on the battlefield
As legends tells it, a hideous monster with the head of a pumpkin once descended upon the realm during All Saints' Wake, leading a host of ghastly ghouls in what was known as the "Night of Devilry"
October 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As legends tells it, a hideous monster with the head of a pumpkin once descended upon the realm during All Saints' Wake, leading a host of ghastly ghouls in what was known as the "Night of Devilry"