Pod Return to the Waking Sands - A Final Fantasy XIV 14 Lore Companion Podcast

A shady showman entangles us in his misdeeds. His wares? Blue Magic kits, or a good way to get yourself killed. We rise to the challenge though, and take the first steps of our Blue Mage adventure! We also collect a whole lotta spells. Join us for the beginning of our FFXIV Blue Mage series!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podretu...

We had the best of intentions when we cleared out the traps and critters from this Belah'dian temple to Azeyma. All we accomplished though was fostering a false sense of security - which was promptly shattered when some opportunistic tomb robbers blundered into the temple. Now, another round of wards and wardens has cropped up, trapping the lead researcher inside! Are we able to undo our mess? Fin...

Capitalizing on our loss of the Blessing of Light, the Ascians take the battle to our inner sanctum. Now is the time to put our Ascian-killing theories to the test. Join us for the conclusion to the Final Fantasy 14 patch 2.5 MSQ!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv https://bsky.app/profile/podreturnffxiv.bsky.social  ...

Refusing to let Midgardsormr get us down, we get right back on our feet and take the offensive to some imperials. Meanwhile, Moenbryda brings a prototype of her Aetheric Siphon into the field for some tests. But! Things go awry with the appearance of an uninvited interloper. Join us as we continue with the Final Fantasy 14 patch 2.5 main story!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj...

We return to the main scenario quest, kicking off patch 2.5! After yet more drama with the Blades, we are thrust into an existential crisis; courtesy of the Keeper of the Lake. What is a lightless Warrior of Light to do? Join us as we continue with the FFXIV A Realm Reborn main scenario!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnff...

At last House Durendaire is prepared to retake the Stone Vigil! This is what they've been training for. But, they may need a little help - in the form of the Warrior of Light and their three closest friends. Join us as we crash through this FFXIV hard dungeon like a cannonball!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINA...

Hildibrand's adventures come to a head with a showdown against the Phantom Thief. Friends will become foes and foes will become... lovers? A labyrinthine plot awaits us in the finale to our A Realm Reborn Hildy series!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings...

The Phantom Thief has set their sights upon the prize of the Mythril Cup gladiatorial tournament. Inspector Hildibrand has hastened to intervene, but will his gentlemanly style be enough to secure his victory? Foul deeds and fowl play are afoot in this contest. Join us for part 4 of the A Realm Reborn Hildibrand saga!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail http...

Hildibrand returns in A Case of Indecency! The phantom thief seeks to steal the virtue of the legendary beauty known as the Lapis Maiden. The maiden is soon to be betrothed at a Costa del Sol ceremony. We seek to catch the thief before he sours the ceremony, but we'll soon learn that this isn't the only foul play in the arranged union. Join us as we continue with our A Realm Reborn Hildibrand adve...

Hildibrand returns in the Case of the Three Collectors! As we struggle to capture the weapon thief, Hildibrand struggles against a new nemesis: Intruding Inspector Briardien. Join us for armament intrigue and family needs in this continuation of the Hildibrand saga!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is...

The Hildibrand saga begins! Our hapless Warrior of Light becomes enmeshed in the bizarre reality of Inspector Hildibrand and his ever-growing entourage as he tracks down a blade-snatching duelist. Suspend your disbelief and pack a spare coatee (or two!) for The Case of The Immaculate Deception.   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podr...

It's another side dungeon, by the onion! The tropical face of Hullbreaker Isle conceals HUGE secrets about a major figure. Krak open the true identity of Mistbeard with us in this FFXIV side story.   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUARE EN...

The Eye has been kidnapped by Estiniens. Are you a bad enough Dragoon to rescue the Eye of Nidhogg?   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/f...

Previously we entered the Wanderer's Palace on a Tonberry-slaying mission, but now we are on a Tonberry-saving mission! No sooner had we freed the creatures from their rancor than a band of Mamool Ja entered the palace to capture and kill those same Tonberries. We will not let this stand, by the onion! Join us for a Tonberry rescue in the hard version of this Final Fantasy XIV dungeon.   You can r...

We finally close out patch 2.4's story with A LOT of cutscenes. Plots and counterplots are cooking as we approach the end of Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Music...

Now that we got The Ivy, it's time to get Shiva! ...As soon as we solve this missing aetheryte problem. Joining us on this adventure will be a special guest from Sharlayan! We look forward to a long and productive collaboration with them. In this episode, we continue with the lengthy patch 2.4 main scenario quest in Final Fantasy 14.   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturn...

It's time for The Ivy to get trimmed! Evidence be damned, we'll make our move. Also, there is HUGE news in Garlemald! Join us for some light international intrigue in this continuation of the A Realm Reborn patch 2.4 MSQ.   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdin...

We pick up the trail of Lady Iceheart, attempting to stop her from summoning Shiva. The heretics are dug in across Coerthas though, and we struggle to keep up with their schemes. Join us as we continue with the patch 2.4 main scenario in Final Fantasy XIV!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registe...

As the main scenario approaches Heavensward, we finally get some serious Ishgard action! Alphinaud is granted an audience with a high ranking official after being ignored countless times. If the cloistered nation is willing to negotiate though, they are sure to ask a heavy price. Join us as we continue on with the Final Fantasy 14 main scenario quest!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHT...

We take a break from A Realm Reborn to binge on Dawntrail! This week we chat about our early impressions of the new expansion. Spoilers for the first two zones only!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved...

It's been a long time since we've visited the longstop, but our favorite goblin is in a bind and needs our help! Never mind that this is a problem of her own making. Join us as we face down the enigmatic goblin Illuminati. The cheese wants to be free!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FINAL FANTASY is a registered t...

We return to Little Solace against our better judgment and become embroiled in sylphic affairs once again. The sylph's Chosen One will soon be born, and they need a parent! We'll have to team up with a Twin Adders-appointed "expert" to resolve this custody dispute. Join us for our final FFXIV A Realm Reborn tribe quest!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail ht...

We embark on our final Disciple of the Hand job quest in A Realm Reborn! The goldsmith's guildmaster may be charming, but we run into some friction with the guild's resident problematic mammet. Join us as we hone our skills and avoid workplace woes in the FFXIV goldsmith questline through level 50!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/...

We take a break from our life of intrigue to blow off steam with some old fashioned gladiating. The Halatali grounds are back open for business, and we are invited to take them for a spin. Join us for some low-stakes action in our visit to the Halatali hard mode dungeon in FFXIV!   You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj   podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv   FI...

We have reached our 100th episode! To celebrate we complete a floor 200 challenge run of Palace of the Dead! We talk about strategies to handle the challenge floors, resource conservation, and the deadliest enemies that we run into in these dangerous levels. We also debrief with the challenge crew. Thank you to everyone who has joined us for these 100 episodes, and thank you Jen for being great!  ...