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Highwind Herald is back! We’ve got previews, reviews, and a discussion about NFTs as it relates to a certain SOLDIER statue. Trivia question of the day: In FFIX, what is the moogle in the Dali Inn named? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 1:13 - Introduction / Trivia 4:15 - Our week in Final Fantasy 7:41 - FFXIV Patch 6.2 14:46 - Stranger of Paradise DLC 18:18 - FFVII N...

Ten years of storytelling (and one year of waiting on Solois) brought us to this moment. The Highwind Herald review of FFXIV Endwalker is finally here! Trivia question of the day: In FFIV, what is the name of the race that Namingway belongs to? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introduction / Trivia 2:25 - Our week in Final Fantasy 5:28 - Endwalker Review and Sp...

Solois returns! We celebrate welcoming this Eorzean home with 6.18 patch news and discussion surrounding the critically acclaimed MMO! Trivia question of the day: What game can you buy the item Mako Synergy (inspired by FFVII)? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introduction / Trivia 3:23 - Our week in Final Fantasy 9:31 - FFXIV Patch 6.18 21:48 - Billboard Bash!...

The FFVII 25th Anniversary Celebration has arrived and it has brought a plethora of awesome news for fans! Three game announcements, release windows, and new footage! There’s a lot to unpack from this 10-minute presentation and we’ve got you covered! Trivia question of the day: In Final Fantasy II what is the name of Josef’s daughter? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary...

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there and from the Final Fantasy franchise. This week we celebrate dads (good and bad) from our favorite series! Trivia question of the day: What song inspired One-Winged Angel? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:30 - Introduction / Trivia 2:00 - Our week in Final Fantasy 4:41 - Dads of Final Fantasy 28:55 - FFTCG Anniversary Col...

Sony’s June State of Play finally brought news of FFXVI and we’re here to talk all about it! Trivia question of the day: In FFVII what is the name of Red XIII’s ultimate Limit Break? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introduction / Trivia 2:00 - Our week in Final Fantasy 5:19 - FFXVI News 27:25 - Summer Game Fest Predictions 35:00 - FFXVI Final Thoughts 39:45 -...

Wolfkinz gives a brief breakdown of the upcoming 6.15 patch for FFXIV and prepares for the storm that is the new FFXVI trailer that debuted at the Playstation State of Play. Episode Summary Introduction Our week in Final Fantasy FFXIV 6.15 Patch Breakdown Recommended Resources Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ_1SSB0ZdFqhNJWWAzc96Q Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/H...

Experience a true sibling squabble as Wolfkinz and Solois discuss how important grouped queuing is for Crystalline Conflict. Also, new patches for FFXIV / Chocobo GP and news about the FFIX animated series! Trivia question of the day: Do you consider ATB to be turn based? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:30 - Introduction / Trivia 3:47 - Our week in Final Fantasy 9:...

There are premium figures and then there is whatever the new Terra Masterline ⅙ scale statue is. This week we talk about this pricey piece of property and what else we could get for that hefty price tag. Trivia question of the day: What is the name of the Final Fantasy manga that tells the story of two Square-Enix employees being transported to the world of FF? (Answer at the bottom of the episode...

Square Enix offloads some western studios, FFXVI is nearing the end of development, and FFXIV PVP has captivated at least one of us. We cover a lot of ground in this one as we go over the week’s biggest news. Trivia question of the day: What did Kefka get sand on? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introduction / Trivia 2:01 - Our week in Final Fantasy 7:18 - Squ...

A housing crisis leaves many denizens of Eorzea homeless. To vent their frustrations, they recklessly engage in armed combat against one another, fighting in skirmishes that have been dubbed Crystalline Conflicts. The Highwind Herald has you covered on all this breaking FFXIV news. Trivia question of the day: In FFVIII what is Rinoa’s dog’s name? Is it a boy or a girl? (Answer at the bottom of the...

Kingdom Hearts 4 has been officially announced and it has a fresh coat of paint. What do we hope and expect from the 4th / 14th game in the series? Find out this episode! Trivia question of the day: What’s the name of the girl in the trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV? Who is she the younger sister of? What organization member does their sibling become? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Ep...

We’re back! This week we’re reviewing what we’ve been up to during our brief hiatus, and it’s a lot! Stranger of Paradise, FFVI, FFIII, FFIX, we talk about it all! Also, a brief teaser for patch 6.1 of FFXIV and Distant Worlds Chicago! Trivia question of the day: In the final area of Final Fantasy III there are four chests. What are in them? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode S...

Two new Final Fantasy games released and we have our first impressions of both! Get our thoughts on both Chocobo GP and Stranger of Paradise as we review the first few hours of both games. Trivia question of the day: In the beginning of Stranger of Paradise, what song is featured and who is singing it? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introduction 0:59 - Sweet...

Wolfkinz goes over the news and takes a closer look at the recent live letter for FFXIV. Trivia question of the day: No trivia this week. Episode Summary Introduction News Recap FFXIV Live Letter Breakdown Recommended Resources Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ_1SSB0ZdFqhNJWWAzc96Q Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/HighwindHerald Join our Discord! https://discord.gg...

Stranger of Paradise, Chocobo GP, Finally Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster, the list goes on. Gamers are getting their fill lately and we just want to play everything! We also have announcements for the show regarding Highwind Hangouts and an upcoming collaboration event! Trivia question of the day: In FFIII what is required to level up a job? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summar...

Final Fantasy XIV lays out plans for the next decade including graphical updates and more solo content. Also, we have some new content coming your way next month in the form of Highwind Hangouts! Trivia question of the day: No trivia this week. Episode Summary 0:28 - Introduction 1:10 - New Releases: FFVI-PR and Chocobo GP 2:44 - Highwind Hangouts Announcement 4:24 - FFXIV Live Letter Recap Recomm...

At long last the epic quest of completing Final Fantasy II has come to an end. After years of putting it off, we finally get to share with you our thoughts on this classic, albeit unique, entry into the franchise. Judgment day for Firion has arrived. Trivia question of the day: Where is the earliest place in FFVII where you can see Cait Sith? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode...

Stranger of Paradise dropped not one, but two new trailers while also revealing their pre-order bonuses. We’re one step closer to our ultimate goal… Chaos.  Trivia question of the day: In Dirge of Cerberus, two members of Deepground confront Vincent during the attack on Kalm and demand something from him. What is it? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:46 - Introd...

Kingdom Hearts is coming to the Switch on February 10th… kind of. Also, Yoshi-P asks fans to be respectful and stop harassing developers, but will that ever happen? Join us this week as we break down all the strife. Trivia question of the day: Which Final Fantasy has the smallest inventory? How many slots were available? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:29 - Introdu...

This week we review the classic that is Final Fantasy IV, examining its legacy to the franchise and our feelings on the experience as a whole. To the moon! Trivia question of the day: Which character was the first to die in Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary 0:30 - Introduction / Trivia 2:16 - Our week in Final Fantasy 7:51 - FFII Pixe...

This week we fondly remember 2021 as we look to the future and all that is in store for Final Fantasy in the coming year. Plus, we check in on the resolutions we made last year and make some new ones! Happy New Year! Trivia question of the day: Does Solois remember his New Year’s Resolutions for 2021? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in...

The Game Awards are upon us once again and FFXIV won big! We also got release dates for FFVII Remake on PC and Chocobo GP on Switch! Trivia question of the day: What was the first mainline Final Fantasy not composed entirely by Uematsu? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FFXIV Update Game Awards Chocobo GP Release and Rost...

Endwalker is here, and with it increased login difficulties. We discuss our experiences so far both in game and in line for FFXIV’s newest expansion. Trivia question of the day: In FFV what is Faris’ real name? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fantasy FF A-Z: Warrior of Light Trivia answer: Sarisa Recommended Resources Follow us...

Happy Holidays from Highwind Herald! ‘Tis the season to spend time with loved ones… and spend money on awesome Final Fantasy stuff. These are our top picks for fun FF themed presents for you and yours this holiday season. Trivia question of the day: In FFIV what is the name of Edward's love? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary). Episode Summary Introduction / Trivia Our week in Final Fant...