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Sidequests are optional quests in Final Fantasy XV. They can involve many different types of objectives. They often provide rewards in EXP, items, weapons or accessories. Completing sidequests yields achievements and trophies, the best one being Weaving a Tapestry after 80 completed quests.

Tours[]

Tours are short sidequests involving unique moments with Noctis and an ally. When resting at a specific camp, an ally will ask for Noctis's help the following day, and if accepting it, Noctis will help them the next day upon waking. Tours involve a simple task, often following on screen prompts, and reward the party with 20 AP.

The Hallowed Hill of Hammerhead[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Hallowed Hill of HammerheadLeideCamp in Palmaugh Haven20 AP

Rise and Shine and Run[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Rise and Shine and RunLeideCamp in Lachyrte Haven20 AP

Strike a Pose![]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Strike a Pose!CleigneCamp in Spelcray Haven20 AP

Stirred, Not Shaken[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Stirred, Not ShakenLeideCamp in Cotisse Haven20 AP

The Chopping Block[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Chopping BlockDuscaeCamp in Fallaughns Haven20 AP

Up Close and Personal[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Up Close and PersonalDuscaeCamp in Pullmoor Haven20 AP

Case of the Stolen Specs[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Case of the Stolen SpecsCleigneCamp in Pectriche Haven20 AP

Liege of the Lake[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Liege of the LakeCleigneCamp in Capitis Haven20 AP

If the player camps at the haven near Vesperpool with a full party, Gladiolus will ask for him and Noctis to go fishing for the legendary Liege of the Lake in the Vesperpool the next morning. Complying triggers a quest for the fish. The tour is completed once the player catches the Liege; quitting fishing puts them back at camp, but the tour can be restarted at any time by camping at the same haven again. It is possible to catch the Liege outside of the tour when fishing at the same spot.

Vesperpool-Tour-Complete-FFXV

The tour at the lake completed.

The "Liege of the Lake" is one of the toughest fish to catch. It is a hidden fish (not marked on the radar while fishing) lurking in the top left corner of the fishing area. It can be caught with the 10,000 Needles Gold Cactuar lure that can be bought at the shop at the same fishing spot. It will appear regardless of weather. It will struggle almost all the time when caught. It is best to use the best fishing line, an upgraded rod and reel, and to have Fishing Level 7 or above. The player should continually tilt the analog stick the way the fish swims, and looking at the fish itself rather than the button prompt can be a better method, although this is not so easily seen if it is raining. The player must be patient and only reel in when the fish is not struggling (the controller doesn't vibrate). Tapping the reel in button can work better than holding it, to save line. Because the fish struggles so much, there are only short windows for reeling.

Cooking Kupoberry Cheesecake at camp before the tour that makes a fishing line last 25% longer helps in this quest (available from Moogle Chocobo Carnival). The player only needs to cast their line until the liege bites; any other fish that bite the player can let the fish come off the line to have a fresh line when catching the liege.

Catching the fish yields the Big Blaze Bahamut lure, which is special as it will return even if the line snaps.

A Flower for Iris[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Flower for IrisCleigneCamp in Lambath Haven20 AP

Rescues[]

Rescues require the player to locate trapped individuals found throughout Eos, and save them with a restorative item. These missions are not flagged until the player moves within a close proximity of the individual.

Tired of Running[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Tired of RunningLeideAvailable from the start300 EXP, 500 Gil

Search and Rescue[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Search and RescueLeideComplete "The Mutant Marauder"300 EXP, 500 Gil

A Cry for Help[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Cry for HelpLeideVisit the Longwythe Rest Area and speak to the motel owner to advance "The Errand Prince"300 EXP, 500 Gil

Conceal, Don't Feel[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Conceal, Don't FeelLeideComplete "A Cry for Help"300 EXP, 500 Gil

Palpable Pain[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Palpable PainLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "Tired of Running"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Lost Without a Potion[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Lost Without a PotionLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "Search and Rescue"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Distress in the Desert[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Distress in the DesertLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "Lost Without a Potion"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Scared and Stranded[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Scared and StrandedLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "A Cry for Help"350 EXP, 900 Gil

An Exaggerated Injury[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
An Exaggerated InjuryLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "Scared and Stranded"350 EXP, 900 Gil

When You Believe[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
When You BelieveLeideReach Chapter 09 and complete "Palpable Pain"1,000 EXP, 6,000 Gil

A Hurting Heart[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Hurting HeartDuscaeReach Chapter 03350 EXP, 900 Gil

All By Myself[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
All By MyselfDuscaeReach Chapter 03350 EXP, 900 Gil

Accursed Curiosity[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Accursed CuriosityDuscaeReach Chapter 03 and complete "All By Myself"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Trembling with Fear[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Trembling with FearDuscaeReach Chapter 03 and complete the "A Behemoth Undertaking" hunt350 EXP, 900 Gil

Wracked with Anxiety[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Wracked with AnxietyDuscaeReach Cape Caem in Chapter 08350 EXP, 900 Gil

The Faint of Heart[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Faint of HeartDuscaeReach Cape Caem in Chapter 08 and complete "Wracked with Anxiety"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Down on your Luck[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Down on your LuckDuscaeReach Chapter 091,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Weary and Wounded[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Weary and WoundedDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "A Hurting Heart"1,000 EXP, 2,500 Gil

In Low Spirits[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
In Low SpiritsDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "All By Myself"350 EXP, 900 Gil

The Verge of Despair[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Verge of DespairDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "In Low Spirits"1,000 EXP, 2,500 Gil

A Little Slip-Up[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Little Slip-UpCleigneReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Alas, Poor Hunter...[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Alas, Poor Hunter...CleigneReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Almost Out of Hope[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Almost Out of HopeCleigneReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Scared and Lonely[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Scared and LonelyCleigneReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Poor, Misfortunate Soul[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Poor, Misfortunate SoulCleigneReach Chapter 03, clear the Glacial Grotto dungeon, and complete "Almost Out of Hope"500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Blame the Beasts![]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Blame the Beasts!CleigneReach Chapter 08500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Not So Easy Anymore[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Not So Easy AnymoreCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "Blame the Beasts!"1,000 EXP, 2,500 Gil

Losing Heart[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Losing HeartCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "Alas, Poor Hunter..."1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Keeping the Faith[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Keeping the FaithCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "Losing Heart"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Injured and Introspective[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Injured and IntrospectiveCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "Keeping the Faith"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Broken Cars[]

Broken Cars quests require the player to assist stranded drivers by the roadside, by providing them a Repair Kit. Like Rescues, they are only flagged when the player reaches one of the drivers and when the quest is unlocked.

Broken-Down[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Broken-DownLeideAvailable from the start300 EXP, 500 Gil

Highway Helper[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Highway HelperLeideAvailable from the start300 EXP, 500 Gil

Unlucky Driver[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Unlucky DriverLeideAvailable from the start300 EXP, 500 Gil

Stranded on the Sand[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Stranded on the SandLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "Highway Helper"500 EXP, 900 Gil

Roadside Assistance[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Roadside AssistanceLeideReach Chapter 03 and complete "Stranded on the Sand"500 EXP, 900 Gil

One Tune-Up Too Many[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
One Tune-Up Too ManyLeideReach Chapter 03 and complete "Unlucky Driver"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Car-mic Retribution[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Car-mic RetributionLeideReach Cape Caem in Chapter 06 and complete "Broken-Down"500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Waiting for Help[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Waiting for HelpLeideReach Cape Caem in Chapter 06 and complete "Car-mic Retribution"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Careless in a Car[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Careless in a CarLeideReach Chapter 09 and complete "Highway Helper"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Automotive Agitation[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Automotive AgitationLeideReach Chapter 09 and complete "Stranded on the Sand"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

New to the Road[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
New to the RoadDuscaeReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

The Jolly Joyrider[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Jolly JoyriderDuscaeReach Chapter 03350 EXP, 900 Gil

Wild Beasts on the Open Road[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Wild Beasts on the Open RoadDuscaeReach Chapter 03500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

I'm Late![]

NameLocationUnlockReward
I'm Late!DuscaeRetrieve the Regalia in Chapter 05 and complete "New to the Road"500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Shoulda Been Serviced[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Shoulda Been ServicedDuscaeHead to Coernix Station - Lestallum in Chapter 06350 EXP, 900 Gil

That Brand-New Car Smell[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
That Brand-New Car SmellDuscaeReach Chapter 06 and complete "Shoulda Been Serviced"350 EXP, 900 Gil

Tune-up, Shmune-up[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Tune-up, Shmune-upDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "Shoulda Been Serviced"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

The Perpetual Passenger[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Perpetual PassengerDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "The Jolly Joyrider"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Through a Rose-Tinted Windshield[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Through a Rose-Tinted WindshieldDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "The Perpetual Passenger"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Hurrying Home[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Hurrying HomeDuscaeReach Chapter 09 and complete "Through a Rose-Tinted Windshield"500 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Big Head Behind the Wheel[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Big Head Behind the WheelCleigneReach Chapter 03400 EXP, 1,500 Gil

My Beloved Chariot[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
My Beloved ChariotCleigneReach Chapter 03400 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Vehicle Vexation[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Vehicle VexationCleigneReach Chapter 03400 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Oh My Grease-Monkey Goddess![]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Oh My Grease-Monkey Goddess!CleigneReach Cape Caem in Chapter 06 and complete "Big Head Beind the Wheel"400 EXP, 1,500 Gil

A Driver in Despair[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Driver in DespairCleigneReach Cape Caem in Chapter 06 and complete "Vehicle Vexation"400 EXP, 1,500 Gil

Dude, Where's My Car?[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Dude, Where's My Car?CleigneReach Chapter 08800 EXP, 2,500 Gil

Keep Calm and Keep Driving[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Keep Calm and Keep DrivingCleigneReach Chapter 08 and complete "Dude, Where's My Car?"800 EXP, 2,500 Gil

Alone on the Road[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Alone on the RoadCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "My Beloved Chariot"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

A Manic Motorist[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Manic MotoristCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "My Beloved Chariot"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Pedal to the Metal[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Pedal to the MetalCleigneReach Chapter 09 and complete "A Manic Motorist"1,500 EXP, 6,000 Gil

Photo Ops[]

Photo Ops are short sidequests from which Prompto can take a memorable picture. They are activated during daylight hours when the player enters a zone around the area from which the picture is taken.

Photo Op: Mountain[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: MountainLongwythe's PeakReach Chapter 03200 EXP

Photo Op: Quay[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: QuayGaldin QuayReach Chapter 03200 EXP

Photo Op: Volcano[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: VolcanoVerinas Mart - RavatoghReach Chapter 03250 EXP

Photo Op: Waterfall[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: WaterfallOutside Greyshire Glacial GrottoReach Chapter 03300 EXP

Photo Op: Disc[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: DiscDisc of CauthessReach Chapter 03 (must be completed before the end of Chapter 04)250 EXP

Photo Op: Lestallum[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: LestallumLestallumComplete the "A Stroll For Two" tour in Chapter 03250 EXP

The quest will trigger when driving through the Kelbass Grasslands between the Wainterre and Narcie havens (the road south from and parallel to Lestallum).

Photo Op: Quarry[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: QuarryNear Balouve MinesReach Chapter 04200 EXP

Th quest will trigger when auto-driving to the Balouve Mines parking spot from the north.

Photo Op: Battlefield[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: BattlefieldNear Prairie OutpostReach Chapter 05200 EXP

Photo Op: Ranch[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: RanchWiz Chocobo PostComplete the "A Behemoth Undertaking" hunt and reach Cape Caem in Chapter 06250 EXP

Photo Op: Lakefront[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: LakefrontVesperpoolReach Chapter 07350 EXP

Photo Op: Crag[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: CragCoernix Station - CauthessReach Chapter 08250 EXP

Photo Op: Mascot[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: MascotOld LestallumReach Chapter 08300 EXP

Photo Op: Beacon[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: BeaconCape CaemReach Chapter 08 and go through Cape Caem's parking area on foot300 EXP

Photo Op: Bar[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: BarAltissiaReach Chapter 09400 EXP

The party must visit the part of Altissia that is right opposite to Maagho during the daytime (has tables with parasols at the water edge) to trigger the quest. Afterward, the player must take a gondola to the restaurant.

Photo Op: Dock[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: DockAltissiaReach Chapter 09400 EXP

To activate the quest go to the JM Market - Altissia shop, to the left are two docks, go down the dock farest away.

Photo Op: Palace[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: PalaceAltissiaReach Chapter 09400 EXP

Photo Op: Park[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: ParkAltissiaReach Chapter 09400 EXP

Dave[]

David Auburnbrie, unlike many non-player characters, changes his position after each sidequest, and can be found at different outposts depending on the last sidequest completed. His sidequests involve obtaining a dog tag, often surrounded by creatures to kill first, and rewards useful restorative items. The tag is found somewhere within the circle on the map when the quest is active, and glows yellow on the ground.

Gone Hunting[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Gone HuntingLeideComplete "The Errand Prince" in Chapter 01500 EXP, Hi-Potion x10
Gone-Hunting-Dave-Sidequest-FFXV

Gone Hunting.

David Auburnbrie appears by the Three Z's Motel and asks Noctis and his friends to find a lost dog tag in the wilderness northeast of the outpost. Talking to the tipster at Crow's Nest Diner may unveil its exact location. After the quest is finished, Dave next heads to the Prairie Outpost.

Dust to Dust[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Dust to DustLeideComplete Dave's "Gone Hunting"600 EXP, Mega-Potion x5
Dave-Prairie-Outpost-FFXV

Dave at the Prairie Outpost.

After completing Dave's sidequest at Longwythe Rest Area, Dave moves to the Prairie Outpost where he has another dog tag collection quest, marking a spot south from the outpost.

Final Resting Plains[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Final Resting PlainsDuscaeReach Chapter 03 and complete "Dust to Dust"800 EXP, Elixir x10

Dave is found at Coernix Station - Alstor, by the small building to the northeast. After talking to Dave, the player can ask about the quest from the tipster at the Crow's Nest. The Rusted Dog Tag is found in a field to the northwest of the Disc of Cauthess.

A Rocky End[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Rocky EndDuscaeComplete "Final Resting Plains"1,000 EXP, Hi-Elixir x10

Dave heads to the Cauthess Rest Area next, where he is found outside the building near the diner. After taking on the quest, the player can ask the local tipster about it. The dog tag is behind a large rock to the south.

Swallowed by Shadows[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Swallowed by ShadowsDuscaeComplete "A Rocky End"1,200 EXP, Hi-Elixir x10

Dave will next appear by the Three Z's Motel at Taelpar Rest Area and ask Noctis and his friends to find a lost dog tag to the northeast of the outpost, south of the Archaean's Mirror fishing spot. Talking to the tipster at Crow's Nest Diner unveils its exact location. After the quest is finished, Dave next heads to Old Lestallum.

A Backwoods Burial[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Backwoods BurialCleigneComplete "Swallowed by Shadows"1,500 EXP, Phoenix Down x10

Dave is under the canopy in the eastern side of Old Lestallum. The tipster at the diner unlocks the waypoint. Up north where the river splits the Scratched Dog Tag is found near a barn.

Washed Away[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Washed AwayCleigneComplete "A Backwoods Burial"1,800 EXP, Phoenix Down x10

Dave stays at Old Lestallum and now wants the tag north from Mynbrum Haven in northern Cleigne. The tag is on the large rocks by the river where sahagins spawn.

Mountains of Misfortune[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Mountains of MisfortuneCleigneComplete "Washed Away" and reach Chapter 072,000 EXP, Megalixir x5

Dave is now found in Meldacio Hunter HQ on a terrace of a house. The local tipster can help with the exact location. The Polished Dog Tag is near the Steyliff Grove ruins.

The Witch of the Woods[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Witch of the WoodsHouse of HexesComplete "Mountains of Misfortune" and visit Verinas Mart - Ravatogh tipster in Chapter 82,500 EXP, Mega Phoenix x10

After completing the previous Dave's quest, the player can spot a question mark on the world map indicating his next location at Verinas Mart - Ravatogh. When the player arrives at the outpost, Dave has gone missing. The chef at Erupto Eats asks the party to look for Dave, initiating the quest. The quest location marker pins Dave at a sign near Malmalam Thicket that forbids hunters from entering. After talking to Dave, the quest location marker leads the player to Kimya at the House of Hexes nearby who directs the party to the depths of Malmalam Thicket to find the dog tag. After defeating the boss (a bandersnatch) at the end of the narrow path above the fountain, the party can find the tag behind a rock to the west of the tomb. The quest leads the player back to Kimya Auburnbrie for a scene (the reason why Malmalam Thicket is off-limits for the hunters), then to Dave in Meldacio Hunter HQ for the final reward.

Cid[]

Cid's sidequests allow weapons to be upgraded. After completing Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic, Cid can offer a sidequest to upgrade each weapon that bears the "+" upgrade icon. The player must retrieve both the weapon and the specific part to upgrade it, and once taken to Cid, will be upgraded after fulfilling a specific number of quests or hunts, then resting at a camp or lodging. Cid is found in Hammerhead, except between chapter 6 and the end of chapter 8, in which he is found in Cape Caem.

Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Cid Sophiar, Master MechanicHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Reach Chapter 02500 EXP, Drain Lance II

This requires the Drain Lance and Metal Scrap, a common item. When given to Cid, the weapon will upgrade immediately.

A Better Engine Blade[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Engine BladeHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Engine Blade and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"500 EXP, Engine Blade II

This requires the Rusted Bit to upgrade. After giving it to Cid, it is upgraded immediately.

A Better Engine Blade II[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Engine Blade IIHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Engine Blade II and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Engine Blade III (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Glass Gemstone to upgrade. It is a common item, which can be found in Lestallum. One quest or hunt must be completed before it is upgraded.

A Better Engine Blade III[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Engine Blade IIIHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Engine Blade III and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"1,000 EXP, Ultima Blade (after completing three quests or hunts)

This requires the Sturdy Helixhorn to upgrade. It can be obtained by breaking duplicorn's or the hunt spiracorn's horn. The player can lock onto the horn and then warp-strike from a distance. The skill Warp-Ambush in Wait Mode is also great for increasing the likelihood of breaking the appendage. The player can save their game just before engaging in the hunt and then reload if they didn't get the horn, or just break the enemies' horns and then run off to let the enemies respawn. Hunts are also repeatable. After giving both the weapon and the helixhorn to Cid, three quests or hunts must be completed before the blade is upgraded.

A Better Drain Lance II[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Drain Lance IIHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Drain Lance III (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Coeurl Whiskers to upgrade. It is dropped either by Coeurl (50% rate) or Elder Coeurl (100% rate). After giving both to Cid, one quest or hunt must be completed before the weapon is upgraded.

A Better Auto Crossbow[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Auto CrossbowHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Auto Crossbow and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Auto Crossbow Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Cactuar Needle to upgrade. It can be found south of Vesperpool, dropped by the Slactuar (100% rate). After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Bioblaster[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better BioblasterHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Bioblaster and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Bioblaster Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Dynamo. It can be found at Callatein's Plunge outside Greyshire Glacial Grotto, dropped by MA Veles (50% rate), by MA Veles-Bis (60% rate), or by MA Hoplomachus (95% rate). After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Circular Saw[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Circular SawHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Circular Saw and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Circular Saw Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Sky Gemstone, which is a reward for the A Feline Feast quest. After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Gravity Well[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Gravity WellHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Gravity Well and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Gravity Well Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Hydraulic Cylinder. It can be found north of Fort Vaullerey or dropped by MA-X Patria (97% rate). After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Noiseblaster[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better NoiseblasterHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Noiseblaster and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Noiseblaster Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Magnetron. It can be found in Gralea, dropped by MA Hoplomachus (5% rate). After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Drillbreaker[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better DrillbreakerHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Drillbreaker and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"2,000 EXP, Drillbreaker Plus (after completing two quests or hunts)

This requires the Magitek Core. It can be found in Gralea, dropped by MA-X Dux (100% rate), or by MA-X Patria (3% rate). After giving both to Cid, two quests or hunts must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Force Stealer[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Force StealerHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Force Stealer and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Force Stealer II (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Monster Claw. It is dropped from Bandersnatch (100% rate). After giving both to Cid, one quest or hunt must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Pair of Plunderers[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Pair of PlunderersHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Plunderers and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Plunderers II (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Barbed Scythe. It is dropped by Killer Wasp. After giving both to Cid, one quest or hunt must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Valiant[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better ValiantHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Valiant and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Valiant II (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Earth Gemstone, a common item. After giving both to Cid, one quest or hunt must be completed before upgrade is ready.

A Better Absorb Shield[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Better Absorb ShieldHammerhead (Cape Caem in Chapter 07 and 08)Obtain Absorb Shield and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic"800 EXP, Absorb Shield II (after completing one quest or hunt)

This requires the Spiked Armor. It can be obtained by breaking appendage from Skarnbulette (75% rate). After giving both to Cid, one quest or hunt must be completed before upgrade is ready.

Takka[]

Takka is found in Hammerhead, and his sidequests request the party defeat enemies for Takka. They reward many Ingredients.

Scenic Delivery[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Scenic DeliveryLeideComplete "The Power of Kings" in Chapter 02300 EXP, Gighee Ham x2, Leiden Potato x2, Sheep Milk x2, Funguar x2

Hunters and Gatherers[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Hunters and GatherersLeideComplete "Scenic Delivery"500 EXP, Cleigne Wheat x5, Dualhorn Steak x5, Leiden Pepper x5, Hammerhead Hot Sandwich

Emergency Delivery[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Emergency DeliveryDuscaeReach Chapter 03, complete "Hunters and Gardeners"1,000 EXP, Cleigne Wheat x5, Killer Tomato x5, Saxham Rice x5

Everyone Loves Beans[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Everyone Loves BeansDuscaeComplete "Emergency Delivery"1,500 EXP, Leiden Pepper x5, Hulldagh Nutmeg x5, Killer Tomato x5

Lestallum's Finest[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Lestallum's FinestDuscaeComplete "Everyone Loves Beans"2,000 EXP, Griffon Breast x2, Saxham Rice x5, Schier Turmeric x5

A Meat Most Magnificent[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Meat Most MagnificentDuscaeComplete "Lestallum's Finest"3,000 EXP, Allural Shallot x5, Kettier Ginger x5, Sizzling Humongo-Steak

Dino[]

Dino Ghiranze is found in Galdin Quay. His quests require the player to obtain a jewel, often surrounded by monsters or in a dangerous location, and reward the player with useful accessories.

The Aspiring Artisan[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Aspiring ArtisanDuscaeReach Chapter 02500 EXP, Amethyst Bracelet x1

Dino asks Noctis to find an Amethyst Stone at the east of Longwythe Peak.

A Stone-Studded Stunner[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Stone-Studded StunnerDuscaeComplete "The Aspiring Artisan"1,000 EXP, Heliodor Bracelet x1

Dino tasks Noctis with finding three Heliodor Stones. The player should head south of Wiz Chocobo Post (from Chapter 3 onwards) to find the area with the red stones easily visible in the darker stones of the forest.

Reliable Royalty[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Reliable RoyaltyCleigneComplete "A Stone-Studded Stunner"1,500 EXP, Sapphire Bracelet x1

Dino asks Noctis to bring him a Sapphire Stone. The player must head to the banks of Cleigne's main river to find the Sapphire Stone on a small beach at the edge of the area.

No Pain, No Gem[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
No Pain, No GemCleigneComplete "Reliable Royalty"2,000 EXP, Ruby Bracelet x1

Dino asks Noctis for a Ruby Stone, which can be found inside the Myrlwood (accessed from Chapter 7), a forest west of Vesperpool. After entering the forest, the player should stay near the stone wall to the left to soon spot red ore.

A Treasure Beyond Measure[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Treasure Beyond MeasureDuscaeComplete "No Pain, No Gem"3,000 EXP, Emerald Bracelet x1

Dino asks for an Emerald Stone which is found deep at Costlemark Tower, an optional dungeon that only opens at night. The player needs to have a high level party to be able to take on the dungeon.

Cindy[]

Cindy is found in Hammerhead. She offers quests to ask the player to retrieve a specific car part, often located within a dangerous location, to upgrade the Regalia.

The Ever Regal Regalia[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Ever Regal RegaliaLeideReach Chapter 02 and complete "The Power of Kings"150 EXP, Aero Wax component

The Ever Elegant Regalia[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Ever Elegant RegaliaBalouve MinesComplete "The Ever Regal Regalia"500 EXP, Hammerhead decal, Racing Stripes I decal, Basic Color Samples

The Ever Gleaming Regalia[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Ever Gleaming RegaliaDuscaeComplete "The Ever Elegant Regalia"600 EXP, Fiberglass Coating component

The Ever Valorous Regalia[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Ever Valorous RegaliaCleigneComplete "The Ever Gleaming Regalia"1,000 EXP, Supercharger component

The Ever Illustrious Regalia[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Ever Illustrious RegaliaCrestholm ChannelsComplete "The Ever Valorous Regalia"3,000 EXP, Enhanced Headlights components
Ever-Illustrious-Regalia-Headlights-Location-FFXV

Noctis finds the headlights.

The headlights are found near the end of the dungeon. The circle on the map is not much help for finding them; it is better to keep going deeper and discovering new areas until coming to a narrow corridor where the treasure is shining gold on a box on the floor.

Into Uncharted Territory[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Into Uncharted TerritoryNorduscaen BlockadeGet to Chapter 8Regalia Type-D customization option at Hammerhead

Kings of the Off-road[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Kings of the Off-roadThe Three ValleysComplete Into Uncharted Territory and modify the Regalia to Type-D1,300 EXP, Support Bumper, two new test drive courses at Coernix Station - Cauthess and the Vesperpool

Into Unknown Frontiers[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Into Unknown FrontiersFormouth GarrisonComplete "The Ever Illustrious Regalia" and "Formouth Garrison" and reach Chapter 15Regalia Type-F

Sania[]

Sania is located in Coernix Station - Alstor. Her quests require the player to collect passive fauna or other biological samples, and reward the player with useful accessories.

The Professor's Protégé[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's ProtégéDuscaeReach Chapter 033,000 EXP, Star Pendant x1

The Professor's Protégé - Gigantoad[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's Protégé - GigantoadCleigneComplete "The Professor's Protégé" - Yellow Frogs4,000 EXP, Rainbow Pendant x1

The Professor's Protégé - Yellow Frogs[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's Protégé - Yellow FrogsDuscaeComplete "The Professor's Protégé"4,000 EXP, Rainbow Pendant x1

The Professor's Protégé - Wyvern[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's Protégé - WyvernRock of RavatoghComplete "The Professor's Protégé" - Gigantoad8,000 EXP, Earth Pendant x1

The Professor's Protégé - Myrlwood Firefly[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's Protégé - Myrlwood FireflyCleigneComplete "The Professor's Protégé" - Wyvern10,000 EXP, Golden Hourglass x1

The Professor's Protégé - Griffon[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Professor's Protégé - GriffonDuscaeComplete "The Professor's Protégé" - Myrlwood Firefly12,000 EXP, Safety Bit x1

The Frogs of Legend[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Frogs of LegendMeldacio Hunter HQComplete "The Professor's Protégé" - Griffon15,000 EXP, Ribbon x1

Navyth[]

Navyth moves to various water sides depending on the last mission completed. His missions are fishing missions, that reward the player with EXP and fishing items. The fish he requests for can be caught from the fishing spot at which the quest is given, but the player can also catch the fish elsewhere if they wish. If the player has already caught the requested fish, it can be presented to Navyth to complete the quest immediately after accepting it.

Fishing Buddies[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Fishing BuddiesDuscae Alstor SloughReach Chapter 031,500 EXP, Knife T. Tonberry x1

The first fishing quest requires Noctis to catch a Crag Barramundi. Fishing buddies quest is located by the Alstor Slough, next to the marshy waters north from the Wiz Chocobo Post, south from the Coernix Station - Alstor, in Duscae.

The Crag Barramundi will appear as a yellow dot on the fish radar. The following lures are especially suitable: Sweet Jamming: Custard, Tidal Might Leviathan, Bomber: Ice Bomb, Ranker Tonberry.

For completing the quest the player will get 1,500 EXP, a Knife T. Tonberry lure. Catching the fish yields the Grilled Wild Barramundi recipe (+80 attack and magic, +500 health).

Fishing, Naturally[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Fishing, NaturallyCleigneComplete "Fishing Buddies"2,000 EXP, Butterfly Edge x1

Noctis must catch a Cherrycomb Trout. Navyth is located west from Lestallum; following the road to the west, the player will cross the river. Navyth will be fishing near in the vicinity of the Mynbrum Haven campground.

Cherrycomb Trout will appear as a yellow dot on the radar. Suitable lures include: Whiskers: Crystal, and Knife T. Tonberry.

For completing the quest the player will get 2,000 EXP and the Butterfly Edge (150 defense) rod.

Navyth's Challenge[]

NameLocationUnlockReward

Noctis must catch the rare fish Vesper Gar. Navyth is found at the Vesperpool, in the northwestern part of the map. Vesper Gar has a long, thin body, and is marked with a blue mark on the radar. After casting the line the player should pay attention to the fish below the surface and look for the Vesper Gar. Suitable lures include: Stinker: Malboro, Stinker: Malbodoom, and Ranker Tonberry.

For completing the quest the player will get 3,000 EXP and the Invincible Iron Giant lure that sinks when reeled in and floats when tension is released.

Angler's Nightmare[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Angler's NightmareGaldin QuayComplete "Navyth's Challenge"5,000 EXP, Tranquility x1
Anglers-Nightmare-FFXV

The quest completed.

Navyth's last quest at Galdin Quay has Noctis catch the "Devil of the Cygillan" (Murk Grouper). Navyth is found on the beach. It is best to be at least level 7 in fishing. The fish won't be visible on the radar until Noctis has maxed out his fishing level, but it can be found on the spot nearest to Navyth during daytime by casting the line to the middle of the fishing area, or a little to the right. If the player spots a giant fishing lurking under the surface, they have found it.

Suitable lures are the ones that sink, but an especially good fit is the Burrower: Abyss Worm. It will be a tough battle to reel in the fish, as it will struggle a lot (water is splashing and the controller vibrates). The player must not reel when the fish struggles, but there might only be short windows for reeling as the fish fights back most of the time. Tapping the reel button tends to work better than holding against fish that struggle a lot. Because the fish is so big, it wears down the line fast, and thus the player needs good technique and equipment to catch the fish. The Kupoberry Cheesecake recipe helps preserve the line longer. The player can also exploit the pause function and adjust reel/do not reel and direction while the game is paused to preserve the line longer.

Completing the quest yields 5000 EXP along with the Tranquility rod (290 defense).

Vyv[]

Vyv is located in Lestallum, and requests that the player take specific photos. These reward a high amount of gil and decent EXP.

The Perfect Landscape[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Perfect LandscapeDuscaeComplete "A Stroll for Two" in Chapter 031,000 EXP, 5,000 Gil

After Iris Amicitia has shown Noctis around Lestallum, the latter can talk to Vyv to receive a quest. The player must head for one of two locations for a photo: the north of the Disc of Cauthess, and by the chocobo racing courses near Wiz Chocobo Post.

An Eye for Islands[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
An Eye for IslandsGaldin QuayComplete "The Perfect Landscape"1,500 EXP, 7,500 Gil

Vyv requests a photo of an island taken from Galdin Quay, the Angelgard.

Aftermath of the Astral War[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Aftermath of the Astral WarDuscaeComplete "An Eye for Islands"2,000 EXP, 10,000 Gil

Vyv wants two shots of Taelpar Crag: one is from the lookout tower close to Tollhends Stronghold, and another from a bridge to the east of Old Lestallum.

Of Gods and Kings[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Of Gods and KingsDuscaeComplete "Aftermath of the Astral War"2,500 EXP, 12,500 Gil

Vyv wants a photo of the gate of the royal tomb southeast of Duscae, and then of the Tomb itself.

Vyv's Volcanic Inspiration[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Vyv's Volcanic InspirationRock of RavatoghComplete "Of Gods and Kings"3,000 EXP, 15,000 Gil

For this photo, the party must head for the Rock of Ravatogh, a volcano in the west of Cleigne. The player must ascend the slope to a dead-end to the west of the map and photograph the flowing lava. The heat will continuously damage the party. The player may need to fight Thunderocs along the path.

A Place to Call Home[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Place to Call HomeLeideComplete "Vyv's Volcanic Inspiration"3,500 EXP, 17,500 Gil, Time photo filler

Vyv wants a picture of Insomnia. The player must head to the hill overlooking the city where Chapter 1 concluded.

The Pen is Mighter Than the Sword[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Pen is Mighter Than the SwordDuscaeComplete "A Place to Call Home4,000 EXP, 20,000 Gil

Vyv wants three photos of imperial bases in Lucis: Formouth Garrison in Leide (close to the Prairie Outpost), Tollhends Stronghold in Cleigne (north of Old Lestallum), and Perpetouss Keep in Duscae (southwest of the Cauthess Rest Area). Each picture is part of a subquest that needs to be selected manually in the main menu to activate its waypoint. The player may have to engage imperial troops in each area.

The Cursed Canvas[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Cursed CanvasAltissiaComplete "The Pen is Mightier than the Sword", reach Chapter 095,000 EXP, 25,000 Gil

Vyv wants a photo of a cursed painting. After heading to Altissia in Chapter 9, the player must head to Maagho restaurant, talk to Weskham Armaugh, then take the "A Lost Painting" hunt. In the basement of the Secretary's Estate, Prompto will take a picture of the painting automatically as the party approaches the painting; however, the game won't depict Prompto taking the photo and will simply advance the sidequest to the next task. Prompto will "take" a picture even if the player doesn't complete the hunt for Chadarnook. The photo won't be shown in the player's Archive menu. The party can return to Lucis via calling upon Umbra at the Leville hotel, or by the royal vessel in the Windows or Royal Editions.

Talking to Vyv loads up a photo log with the painting photo. The photo snapped can be in either the goddess form or demon form. If the party snapped a photo of the goddess form, Vyv says it is too risqué for his magazine. A photo of her demon form leads Vyv to believe the picture is haunted. Regardless of the statements, Vyv rewards the player with 5,000 EXP and 25,000 gil. The former statement may allude to how Chadarnook's nudity in Final Fantasy VI being censored in some versions.

Lestallum Merchants[]

Several merchants in Lestallum offer quests to collect things or defeat enemies throughout the map. When quests are completed, they offer discounts at their shop.

On the Hunt for a Harvest[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
On the Hunt for a HarvestSaxham OutpostComplete "A Stroll for Two" main quest in Lestallum2,000 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Furloch

Wild about Onions[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Wild about OnionsDuscaeComplete "On the Hunt for a Harvest"2,500 EXP

Vegging Out[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Vegging OutDuscaeComplete "Wild about Onions"3,000 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Furloch

Ace of Carapace[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Ace of CarapaceDuscaeComplete "A Stroll for Two"1,500 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Arms Vendor

Tails Spin[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Tails SpinDuscaeComplete "Ace of Carapace"2,500 EXP

Sting Your Praises[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Sting Your PraisesCleigneComplete "Tails Spin"4,500 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Arms Vendor

Van, Interrupted[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Van, InterruptedDuscaeComplete "A Stroll for Two"2,000 EXP

Van, Interrupted Again[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Van, Interrupted AgainDuscaeComplete "Van, Interrupted"2,500 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Prissock

Mind the Trap[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Mind the TrapDuscaeComplete "A Stroll for Two"1,500 EXP, discount applied to all articles sold by Veenon

Holly[]

Holly is found in Lestallum. Her quests require the player to locate and fix parts of an environment, and offer decent EXP but substantial gil.

Steam Valve Inspection[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Steam Valve InspectionLestallumReach Chapter 082,000 EXP, 2,500 Gil

Power to the Pylons[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Power to the PylonsDuscaeComplete "Steam Valve Inspections"3,000 EXP, 5,000 Gil

Holding Back the Dark[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Holding Back the DarkDuscaeComplete "Power to the Pylons"4,000 EXP, 10,000 Gil

Talcott[]

Talcott is located at the Hidden Gateway Lodge at Cape Caem. He is looking to complete his collection of Cactuar Figurines that are located in shops around Lucis. Reach Chapter 8 to unlock; the reward is 2,000 EXP.

Wiz[]

Wiz is located at the Wiz Chocobo Post, and offers various quests to locate chocobo materials. The reward is often EXP and/or seeds that can be turned into dyes used for changing the color of a chocobos' feathers.

Where the Wild Chocobos Are[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Where the Wild Chocobos AreDuscaeComplete "A Behemoth Undertaking"500 EXP, Xelphatol Apple Seeds x1, Doman Plum Pits x1, Mamook Pear Seeds x1

Bird on the Brink[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Bird on the BrinkDuscaeComplete "Where the Wild Chocobos Are"1,000 EXP

A Feathery Feast[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Feathery FeastDuscaeComplete "Bird on the Brink"1,500 EXP, Fat Chocobo Triple-Decker

Chase That Chocobo![]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Chase That Chocobo!LeideComplete "A Feathery Fest"2,000 EXP, Valfruit Seeds x1, O'Ghomoro Berry Seeds x1, Cieldalaes Pineapple Seeds x1, Han Lemon Seeds x1

Savior of the Species[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Savior of the SpeciesCleigneComplete "Chase That Chocobo!" and reach Chapter 072,500 EXP

Dungeons[]

Dungeon sidequests are triggered upon locating and entering them. These are the dungeons that are not entered during the main quest, and reward substantial EXP. Many also contain a Royal Arm.

Balouve Mines[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Balouve MinesLeideEnter Balouve Mines10,500 EXP, Bow of the Clever

Costlemark Tower[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Costlemark TowerDuscaeEnter Costlemark Tower15,000 EXP, Sword of the Tall

Crestholm Channels[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Crestholm ChannelsLeideEnter Crestholm Channels10,000 EXP

Daurell Caverns[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Daurell CavernsDuscaeEnter Daurell Caverns4,000 EXP

Formouth Garrison[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Formouth GarrisonLeideEnter Formouth Garrison10,000 EXP

Malmalam Thicket[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Malmalam ThicketCleigneEnter Malmalam Thicket3,000 EXP, Scepter of the Pious

The Myrlwood[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The MyrlwoodCleigneEnter Myrlwood3,000 EXP, Star of the Rogue

The Rock of Ravatogh[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
The Rock of RavatoghCleigneEnter Rock of Ravatogh4,000 EXP, Mace of the Fierce

Menaces[]

Once chapter 15 is reached and four optional dungeons Balouve Mines, Crestholm Channels, Daurell Caverns and Costlemark Tower are completed, these sidequests can be commenced by speaking to Ezma at the Meldacio Hunter HQ. She will grant Noctis the key to breaking many seals found within dungeons which lead to rooms underground filled with powerful monsters and a large boss at the end. While they do not offer EXP on their own, the dungeon's rooms itself often contain many useful items, accessories and weapons (among the strongest in the game), while the enemies yield substantial EXP rewards.

Each dungeon features several sections with random rewards and enemies. There are times in which camps are available, and times in which the paths branch out three possible directions, of which only one is correct and will progress the party further into the dungeon.

Menace Beneath Lucis[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Menace Beneath LucisCleigneComplete storyline dungeons, Balouve Mines, Crestholm Channels, Daurell Caverns and Costlemark Tower0 EXP, Hunter Medal

This quest requires all menaces to be defeated. Once completed, the player should return to Ezma to get the Hunter Medal and complete Ezma's dossier.

A Menace Sleeps in Keycatrich[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in KeycatrichKeycatrich TrenchCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Keycatrich Trench. The final boss is the Lakhmu Flan.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Firearm Hyper Magnum.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 55.

A Menace Sleeps in Fociaugh[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in FociaughFociaugh HollowCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Fociaugh Hollow. The final boss is the Chandravarma.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Sword Enhancer.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 65.

A Menace Sleeps in the Grotto[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in the GrottoGreyshire Glacial GrottoCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Greyshire Glacial Grotto. The enemies that can be fought here are yojimbo, cryonade, skeleton, elder coeurl, royalisk and kingatrice. The end boss is the kengo.

There are two camps. After the first camp, paths branch out twice; the first time the player must take the path leading right, the second time they must take the middle path. After the second camp, the next time there are branching paths, the player must take the left path.

Defeating the final boss will earn the firearm Executioner. Other good treasures at the grotto are the Vigilantes daggers (first haven), and the Black Belt (+50% damage to larger enemies for Gladiolus) and Safety Bit (immunity to Instant Death) accessories.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 65.

A Menace Sleeps in Daurell Caverns[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in Daurell CavernsDaurell CavernsCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Daurell Caverns. The final boss is the Mahanaga.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Polearm Precision Lance.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 72.

A Menace Sleeps in Balouve[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in BalouveBalouve MinesCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Balouve Mines. The final boss is the Psychomancer.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Firearm Death Penalty.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 78.

A Menace Sleeps in Steyliff[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in SteyliffSteyliff GroveCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Steyliff Grove. The final boss is the Mictlantecihuatl.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Polearm Flayer.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 86.

A Menace Sleeps in Crestholm[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in CrestholmCrestholm ChannelsCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Crestholm Channels. The final boss is the Manxom.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Accessory Gigas Bangle.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 92.

A Menace Sleeps in Costlemark[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Menace Sleeps in CostlemarkCostlemark TowerCommence "Menace Beneath Lucis"0 EXP

This menace is located beneath the Costlemark Tower. The final boss is the Bilröst.

Defeating the final boss will earn the player the Accessory Dark Matter Bracelet.

The recommended level for this dungeon is 99.

Randolph[]

Upon reaching chapter 15, Randolph can be found in Lestallum. He tasks the player with defeating a powerful monster, after which he will grant some of the most powerful weapons.

A Legend Is Born[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Legend Is BornLeideReach Chapter 158,500 EXP, Iron Duke

This quest requires the player to defeat the bennu. It is weak to polearms, machinery and Lightning. Noctis's weapon can be infused with Lightning from Ignis' Enhancement. Royal arms deal superior damage to regular weapons. Completing the quest earns the Iron Duke greatsword.

The recommended level for this quest is 55.

Dreadful Legend[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Dreadful LegendVesperpoolComplete "A Legend Is Born"10,000 EXP, Dragon Lance

This quest requires the player to defeat a Malbodoom, which is surrounded by Malboro Brat minions. It is weak to Daggers and Ice, meaning Noctis should equip his best Daggers infused with Ice by Ignis. The best opportunity to deal damage is during Malbodoom's Bad Breath by attacking it from behind. The Malboro Brat minions mostly serve as a distraction and should be avoided if possible.

The recommended level for this quest is 65.

Legend Wrapped in an Enigma[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Legend Wrapped in an EnigmaDuscaeComplete "Dreadful Legend"12,000 EXP, Ziedrich

This quest requires the player to defeat two Sir Tonberries at night time outside the Tomb of the Tall. They are weak to Daggers and Light, meaning Noctis should equip his best Daggers, with the Light-infused Orichalcum being a solid choice. Due to the rapid speed of the Sir Tonberries, the player should defend consistently and focus on parrying them to deal damage. When only one Tonberry remains, the player may choose to fight more offensively.

The recommended level for this quest is 75.

Cursed Legend[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Cursed LegendDuscaeComplete "Legend Wrapped in an Enigma"15,000 EXP, Soul Saber

This quest requires the player to defeat a large phalaris. It is weak to greatswords. It is not possible to defend against phalaris's hoof stomps, meaning Noctis should roll constantly to try and avoid it and attack its hind legs. Using Prompto's Piercer Technique is effective as it can reduce its armor. The player can also character-swap to Prompto to attack from afar.

Wondrous Weapon[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Wondrous WeaponFort VaullereyComplete "Cursed Legend"20,000 EXP, Zwill Crossblades

The final Legend, the Naglfar is fought at Fort Vaullerey. It resists all weapon types but is weak to all elements, so the player can focus on creating the best Elemancy spells to use against it. By crafting spells with Zu Beaks, the player can create multiple spells which break the damage limit. If Noctis equips the right weaponry and eats the right meal that boosts his Magic, using these spells against the Naglfar can deal 99,999 damage.

The recommended level for this quest is 99.

Other[]

Let Sleeping Mountains Lie[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Let Sleeping Mountains LieLeideReturn to Lucis via Umbra/royal vessel in Chapter 9 or laterUnlocks Lonely Rumblings in Longwythe Hunt

Let Sleeping Mountains Lie is the mandatory quest to unlock the fight with adamantoise, the biggest enemy. If the player returns to Lucis via Umbra/royal vessel, this quest is added when Cindy calls Noctis about strange earthquakes. The hunt can be repeated from Takka's diner after the adamantoise has revealed itself.

After defeating the tortoise, the player can find Dave at the local Crow's Nest restaurant at Longwythe Rest Area, where a number of characters have rallied. Each yields an Oracle Ascension Coin. Up to 14 characters can be present, but only those the player encountered will appear. A prompt will indicate the player how many characters are present out of the 14 possible. There are no special reward for assembling all 14, apart from collecting more coins.

These characters are:

Stealing the Past[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Stealing the PastVerinas Mart - RavatoghCh.15: Listen by a window at night in the eastern outskirt of Lestallum in and then ask the tipster at Verinas Mart for location information50,000 EXP, Magitek Core

To begin this quest, the party must enter the town of Lestallum at nightfall in Chapter 15, and on the far east of the town the party can eavesdrop a conversation by a window. After listening to the conversation the quest will begin and the party will be tasked with locating the Magitek Core. First the party must head to the tipster at the Verinas Mart - Ravatogh outpost who will direct the party towards the Pitioss Ruins.

To reach the Pitioss Ruins the party must unlock the Regalia Type-F and fly to the location just north of the Verinas Mart. Upon landing the party must venture north through a variety of tough foes.

As the party reach the exterior of the Pitioss Ruins, the Magitek Core can be found on the right hand side of the entrance. Collecting core ends the quest and the party will receive 50,000 EXP.

O Partner, My Partner[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
O Partner, My PartnerMeldacio Hunter HQVisit Meldacio Hunter HQ in Chapter 810,000 EXP, Magitek Suit

The quest was added in patch 1.13. In Chapter 8 the player can find a hunter at the HQ to sends the party to fell Melusine at the Vesperpool. She is a fearsome daemon that appears at night and disappears at daybreak, so the player has a time limit for the battle. The recommended level is 99, but the player can easily complete the quest on lower levels with the right preparations. Returning to the hunter after felling Melusine has him relate his story and yield 10,000 EXP and a Magitek Suit.

Chocobaby Roundup[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Chocobaby RoundupCartanicaProgress to Chapter 102,500 EXP, Curiel Greens
Chocolover with Pet Chocochicks in FFXV

Chocolover with all four chicks.

They're the most adorable chocochicks in the world!

Chocolover

Chocobaby Roundup is similar to the chocobo-catching minigame from the Moogle Chocobo Carnival. It was added in patch 1.23. A woman called Chocolover on the platform asks for Noctis to collect her four wayward chocobo chicks. The chicks' key item description reveals they are called Yelro, Jarro, Becky, and Joe.

One chick is on the platform, one is on the stationary train, one is at the south end of the platform, and one is down the stairs toward the lift that takes to Fodina Caestino.

If the player departs Cartanica without completing the quest, it becomes permanently missable.

Caestino on Camera[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Caestino on CameraCartanicaProgress to Chapter 105,500 EXP, 7,500 gil

Move over, Prompto—there's a new camera king in town.

Noctis

Added in patch 1.23, the player can talk to a journalist near the stairs that lead down to the quarry, who tasks Noctis with manually taking photos of various landmarks in Fodina Caestino. The player needs to stand on spot where the quest marker is on the map, and the field icon "take photo" appears. Using the manual camera mode, the player needs to take a photo of the broken machine near the tree from three sides (zoom out so all of it fits into the frame), and another picture of an abandoned shed (position the crosshair in the middle of its door).

If nothing happens when taking a photo, the player should move the crosshair around a little and zoom and keep trying until Noctis says he has the shot. The player must not exit out of the camera mode immediately after taking the shot, or it won't count, as there's a lag between taking the photo and the game registering it, likely due to needing to process the image. There needs to be enough daylight, or Noctis will say they need to come back the next day. Returning to the journalist with the pictures completes the quest.

Scraps of Mystery[]

The party finds treasure maps they must piece together. The quest was added in the day one patch.

Windows/Royal Edition[]

Photo Op: Restaurant[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: RestaurantCygillan Ocean off the coast of Galdin QuayGain the means to sail the royal vessel200 EXP

Photo Op: Island[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: IslandCygillan Ocean off the coast of AngelgardGain the means to sail the royal vessel200 EXP

Photo Op: Cape[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: CapeCygillan Ocean off the coast of Cape CaemGain the means to sail the royal vessel250 EXP

Photo Op: Chimney[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: ChimneyCygillan Ocean off the coast of Rock of RavatoghGain the means to sail the royal vessel200 EXP

Photo Op: Gate[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Photo Op: GateCygillan Ocean on the gate to AltissiaGain the means to sail the royal vessel250 EXP

Open-Sea Angling[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Open-Sea AnglingCygillan Ocean off the coast of Cape CaemSail the royal vessel manually250 EXP

When sailing the royal vessel, Prompto speaks up of a fishing spot off the coast of Cape Caem. Sailing onto the spot completes the mission. The player can fish there and catch a Dynnel Barramundi.

Whopper in the Waves[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Whopper in the WavesCygillan Ocean by the islands en route to AltissiaSail the royal vessel manually250 EXP

When sailing the royal vessel, Ignis speaks up of a fishing spot near the islands en route to Altissia. Sailing onto the spot completes the mission. The player can fish there and catch a Nephilim Grouper.

Monster of the Deep[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Monster of the DeepCygillan Ocean off the coast of AngelgardSail the royal vessel manually300 EXP
Monster of the Deep map from FFXV

Map.

When sailing the royal vessel, Gladiolus speaks up of a fishing spot near Angelgard. Sailing onto the spot completes the mission. The player can fish the rare Mummy Bass there by hooking a fish and not reeling it, using the fish itself as the bait.

Mummy Bass is the hardest fish to catch. The player should have the ultimate fishing gear and use Dragon's Beard line. Eating Kupoberry Cheesecake also helps. One trick to reeling the fish in is to tap the pause button and adjust the reel/do not reel as needed, and always reel to the direction the fish swims, even before the prompts appear on-screen.

A Second Sea God[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Second Sea GodCygillan OceanSail the royal vessel manually200 EXP

After the party has sailed on the royal vessel they can accept a quest from Maagho for finding Bismarck. The quest icon is on a table near to the counter where Weskham Armaugh is who tells the party about "another sea god". He advises Noctis to look for flocks of birds while out at sea.

Taking the royal vessel to the seas outside Altissia, the party will spot a flock of birds within the quest area. The first flock is never the one where Bismarck appears, but after finding another flock within the quest area, Bismarck appears. It can be any time of day for the event to trigger. After Bismarck appears it surfaces four times before swimming back under the surface, leaving plenty of fish in its wake.

Crown City Without a King[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Crown City Without a KingInsomniaTalk to a glaive in the Kingsglaive Base CampThe Clever's Talisman

A woman at the Kingsglaive Base Camp tasks Noctis with taking photos from around the ruins of Insomnia. The player must snap the photos manually. The player should pull back the view as far as it goes and aim the center of the crosshair to where the quest icon is on the map. After getting all the photos, talking to the woman at the base rewards the party with a new accessory for Prompto: The Clever's Talisman that makes his machine gun never run out of ammo when the player character-swaps to Prompto.

A Glaive out of Time[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Glaive out of TimeInsomniaTalk to a glaive in the Kingsglaive Base CampThe Wanderer's Talisman

A glaive at the base asks Noctis and his retinue to help out a glaive in the city who is looking for batteries, which the player can then scout out. The glaive joins as a guest for the quest. If the player has created a character in Final Fantasy XV: Comrades, the glaive will be the player's glaive; otherwise, it is a generic glaive. The quest rewards The Wanderer's Talisman, an accessory that hastens the rate Ignis gains Total Clarity when character-swapped to.

Relics of the Empire[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
Relics of the EmpireInsomniaTalk to Josef in the Kingsglaive Base CampThe Tall's Talisman

Josef at the upstairs of the Kingsglaive's base asks the party to help out Cor to destroy the remnants of imperial bases left around Insomnia. The player can enter them with Cor and warp-kill the soldiers; if spotted, a battle will ensue. The bases have good treasures to be found after being cleared out. The quest yields The Tall's Talisman as reward when returning to the base camp and speaking to Josef, which accelerates the rate at which Gladiolus's Valor increases when character-swapped to.

A Gift from Cid[]

NameLocationUnlockReward
A Gift from CidInsomniaThe player must be on Chapter 15, have completed all the other Insomnia sidequests, and have obtained the Regalia Type-D previously. After the conditons are met, talk to Talcott who will appear near the entrance in the Kingsglaive Base Camp in post game.Regalia Type-D available for Insomnia
Talcott quest at Kingsglaive Base Camp from FFXV
Regalia Type-D in Insomnia from FFXV Royal

To enable the quest, the player must be on Chapter 15, have completed all the other Insomnia sidequests, and have obtained the Regalia Type-D previously. Returning to the Kingsglaive Base Camp discovers Talcott near the entrance, who hands the party the "Mysterious Key". The quest location marker leads the party to the leftmost car tunnel outside the Base Camp, then to the garage on the left of car tunnel exit. Opening the garage door unveils the Regalia Type-D that becomes drivable across Insomnia. It never runs out of fuel, and the player is not ejected from the vehicle when running into enemies. The party can drive the Regalia back through the car tunnel to reach the Base Camp directly.

After acquiring the Regalia Type-D, returning to Kingsglaive Base Camp allows Talcott to service the Regalia and the player can call the car from anywhere to just outside the Base Camp.

After completing the sidequest, Noctis can talk to Prompto (if the talk prompt does not appear, the player should head outside the Base Camp briefly and then return), then try exit the Base Camp; just before Noctis exits through the door, he will get a unique phone call from Iris.

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