Master the grind from level 70 to 80 in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker with our comprehensive guide. Discover the best EXP buffs, questing methods, FATE grinding spots, and Zadnor strategies.
This guide provides tips and strategies for leveling from 70 to 80 in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker. It covers recommended gear, experience buffs, and the most efficient methods for gaining experience points.
Best Leveling Method FFXIV
Gear
For Reaper, the recommended gear is the full Augmented Scavean Maiming set (item level 400). For Sage, the recommended gear is the full Augmented Scavean Healing set (item level 400). These sets can be obtained from Enna in Rhalgar's Reach. If Tomestones are insufficient, the item level 385 sets received from completing the Sage and Reaper introduction quests are a suitable alternative.
EXP Buffs
- Rest EXP: A +50% experience buff gained while in a sanctuary.
- Menphina's Earrings: A 30% experience buff for levels below 80.
- Squadron Battle Manual or Free Company Heat of Battle: A 15% experience buff.
- Food: A 3% experience buff.
Best Way To Level from 70 to 71
Pixie Tribes
Completing Pixie Tribe Quests in Il Mheg (X:12.4 Y:32.9) is a fast method, providing approximately 1/3 of a level per three quests, taking only a few minutes.
Main Story Quest Roulettes
Main Story Quest Roulettes, particularly Castrum and Praetorium, are excellent for earning experience. Praetorium is preferred due to its higher experience rewards.
Fate Grinding
Fates in Il Mheg and Lakeland are ideal for players around level 70, granting approximately 97,000 experience each after rebalancing. Reaching level 71 requires 2,923,000 experience.
Best Way To Level From 71 to 80 in Zadnor
Zadnor, an instanced encounter similar to the Bozjan Southern Front, allows players to assist the Bozjan Resistance. Completing Fates and Critical Engagements within a large group is an efficient way to gain significant experience, typically taking 6 to 10 hours to level from 71 to 80.
How To Unlock Zadnor
After reaching Level 71, travel to the Doman Enclave, use the Aetheryte Crystal to reach Gangos, and then speak with Sjeros to access Zadnor.
Complete Fates in The Northern Plateau
A triangular route around the Northern Plateau, completing Fates as they spawn, is recommended. Notable Fates and their approximate XP and Mettle rewards include:
- A Relic Unleashed / Mean-spirited / The Beasts Are Back (The Northern Plateau, 25.5-14.3): 525,000-861,000 XP, 243,000-270,000 Mettle.
- Attack of the Machines (The Northern Plateau, 12.1-13.6): 525,000-861,000 XP, 243,000-270,000 Mettle.
- Attack of the Supersoldiers / Hypertuned Havoc (The Northern Plateau, 16.7-16.9): 525,000-861,000 XP, 243,000-270,000 Mettle.
- Seeq and You Will Find / When Mages Rage (The Northern Plateau, 20.4-16.6): 525,000-861,000 XP, 243,000-270,000 Mettle (256,500-283,500 for When Mages Rage).
- Still Only Counts as One / The Student Becalms the Master (The Northern Plateau, 14.6-10.4): 525,000-861,000 XP, 243,000-270,000 Mettle.
- With Diremite and Main (The Southern Plateau, 17.1-32.1): 1,187,500-1,947,500 XP, 350,000-525,000 Mettle.
Complete Critical Engagements
Critical Engagements (CEs) offer substantial experience. Your party leader must queue for each CE as it spawns. Note that Taking the Lyon’s Share is a solo CE and does not grant EXP. Notable CEs and their approximate XP and Mettle rewards include:
- Feeling the Burn (The Northern Plateau, 16.7-16.9): 1,312,500-2,152,500 XP, 607,500-675,000 Mettle.
- Lean, Mean, Magitek Machines (The Northern Plateau, 15.3-13.1): 1,312,500-2,152,500 XP, 607,500-675,000 Mettle.
- Looks to Die For (The Northern Plateau, 17.5-9.9): 1,312,500-2,152,500 XP, 607,500-675,000 Mettle.
- Worn to a Shadow (The Northern Plateau, 11.9-7.7): 1,312,500-2,152,500 XP, 607,500-675,000 Mettle.
After reaching level 80, be sure to complete the Job Quests for Reaper and Sage, as some require higher levels.
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