Gathering (Final Fantasy XIV)

Gathering is a major gameplay feature, mechanic and term in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn which is carried over from the original release. It allows the Adventurer to acquire items that can be used in Synthesis, and in many cases, items which can only be acquired through gathering or through purchases on the Market Board. Gathering is performed by the Disciples of the Hand classes.

Gathering, much like Synthesis, is not required for the Main Scenario Quests, and is thus entirely optional. However, it can supplement Synthesis which, in turn, can earn the player high amounts of gil. In theory, the player can avoid every gathering, but this will make leveling Synthesis classes far more costly.