Highwind Herald

Is this thing still on? The Highwind boys return from a long hiatus to discuss the coming of a new dawn as we take our first steps into the newest FFXIV expansion Dawntrail. Trivia question of the day: Which American city does Solois think Tuliyollal draws some inspiration from? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia All about Dawntrail! Trivia answer:...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and FFXIV continue to dominate the conversation as Solois moves on from one game to look forward to the next. Also, we talk a bit about mini-games in classic FF titles. Trivia question of the day: In the original 1997 FFVII a character uses the “R” word (which we do condone). Who was it? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia...

We finally have a date for the launch of Dawntrail as well as details on the pre-order and collector’s edition bonuses! The next decade of FFXIV starts here! Trivia question of the day: What is the only main series Final Fantasy game to have more playable female characters than male characters? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Dawntrail Release D...

The world is changing, and part of that is the rise of the highly controversial influence of AI in our daily lives. How will this potentially affect Square-Enix and Final Fantasy going forward? Also, has FFXIV become too easy? Yoshi-P seems to think so. Trivia question of the day: Which song by Uematsu was not originally created for a Final Fantasy title? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summa...

A small little release known as FFVII Rebirth dropped this week and we have our first reactions. Does this game live up to the hype? We share our thoughts. Trivia question of the day: In FFVII lore, where was the first AVALANCHE formed? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFVII Rebirth Trivia answer: Cosmo Canyon Recommende...

A harmless trivia question leads to more discussion about fishing than is probably necessary. Also, we discuss the lulls in narrative for FFXVI while also touching on the news for FFXIV and FFVII Rebirth. Trivia question of the day: What is the name of the FFXV VR Spinoff? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Fishing FFXVI N...

What is going on with the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game? For a property with so much potential, why does it seem to have such a small foothold in the TCG space? This week we discuss this and other card game related topics! Trivia question of the day: When did the Final Fantasy TCG launch? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fanta...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is right around the corner and we have a new trailer to talk about. 2024 is shaping up to be another amazing year for Final Fantasy… as long as Ever Crisis doesn’t shut down. Trivia question of the day: What two anime series inspired the combat in FFXVI? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Maiden’s...

The boys are back! Highwind Herald is relaunching in 2024 with a new logo, website, and content! In this first episode of the new era we break down the new jobs coming to FFXIV in Dawntrail and discuss the dangers of mobile gaming with Square Enix. Trivia question of the day: How many materia slots does Cloud’s initial weapon have? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Int...

One lone episode in a sea of hiatus. Check out the final Highwind Herald before the 2024 relaunch! Trivia question of the day: What is the most widely re-relased game in the series and how many platforms is it on? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Trivia answer: Final Fantasy, 15. Recommended Resources Subscribe on YouTub...

We’re back… again! We’ve got quite a bit to talk about but the star of the show is the new FFXIV job, Viper! Trivia question of the day: Which creature has appeared in every Final Fantasy since FFIII? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Where Have We Been / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy News Catch Up FFXIV Viper Trivia answer: Moogle Recommended Resourc...

We went to our first “A New World” concert. Listen to our review of a more intimate way to experience the sounds of the Final Fantasy series. Trivia question of the day: What was the fifth (chronological) Final Fantasy game to release worldwide? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Review of A New World concert FFXIV Patch 6...

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Highwind Herald is back! After a lengthy hiatus, the Brothers of Light return to cover a month’s worth of news and announcements! Trivia question of the day: Name one of the three characters from FFVII First Soldier featured in Ever Crisis (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our month in Final Fantasy Final Fant...

Just checking in, giving an update with the show. We're still here, just going through some scheduling.

New Distant Worlds album announced as well as the release date for the long delayed Ever Crisis! Plus, celebrate 10 years of FFXIV with a special giveaway from the official twitter account. Trivia question of the day: In FFIX who steals gil from you in the beginning of the game? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Distant W...

FFXIV is back in the spotlight with a brand new expansion announcement! The next chapter of the award winning saga begins here with two new jobs and a brand new continent to explore! Let’s dive in and break down the announcement trailer in this week’s Highwind Herald! Trivia question of the day: In FFIX what is Queen Brahne’s favorite meal?(Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Sum...

We roll double 8s this week as we discuss both FFXVI and FFVIII, both games Solois finally finished. We discuss spoilers for early game FFXVI in this one. Trivia question of the day: Which HBO show is FFXVI often compared to? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXVI Reactions FFVIII Breakdown Trivia answer:Game of Thrones...

We have hands on with the FFXVI demo and Solois gives us the spoiler free breakdown on his thoughts. Trivia question of the day: In the original Final Fantasy, what was the most powerful black magic spell? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXVI Demo Breakdown - Spoiler Free Trivia answer: Flare Recommended Resources Subs...

Special guest TJ returns to talk FFXVI hype and Kingdom Hearts! The next 100 episodes starts here! Trivia question of the day: What’s the name of the moogle in Dali Inn from FFIX. (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXVI Discussion Kingdom Hearts: reTalked Trivia answer: Gummo Recommended Resources Subscribe on YouTube! ht...

Here it is, the 100th episode of Highwind Herald. A podcast started for fun that still persists all this time later. Join us as we look back on the run so far! Trivia question of the day: Do you believe in miracles? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Looking back on 100 episodes Trivia answer: You should now Recommended Re...

Let’s go over the highlights of FFXIV Live Letter 77 as we prepare for the launch of patch 6.4 on May 23rd! Trivia question of the day: What is the name of FFXIV Patch 6.4? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXIV 77 Live Letter Breakdown Episode 100 Speculation Trivia answer: The Dark Throne Recommended Resources Nova Cry...

Meet the Kupo Quest players! Hang out with our newest member Kat, the Lalafell Cleric Blake Wytewood! Connect with us! Twitch: twitch.tv/kupoquest Scabard (Campaign Site): kupoquest.com Twitter: Wolfkinz: https://twitter.com/Wolfkinz Highwind Herald: https://twitter.com/HighwindHerald Podcast: highwindherald.com Logo by widya_gfx on fiverr Theme song - "Saving the World" by Aaron Kenny Background...

As we wait for the next FFXIV live letter we take a brief pause to talk about some Kingdom Hearts and other general gaming. Trivia question of the day: Who is the combat director for FFXVI and what other major game did they work on? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy Kingdom Hearts Interlude Trivia answer: Ryota Suzuki / D...

More FFXVI news from the PlayStation State of Play and we discuss the possibility of a demo. Trivia question of the day: Why did they call the first game Final Fantasy? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXVI Playstation Showcase Trivia answer: It was Sakaguchi's final pitch before leaving game development. Recommended Re...

Final Fantasy XVI has gone gold! We discuss what this means and also have a lively discussion on the merits of accessibility tools and difficulty sliders in modern games. Trivia question of the day: Final Fantasy IV: The After Years was inspired by an earlier work. What was it? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXVI Goin...