Discover the best leveling methods and tricks for Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker. Learn about gear, EXP buffs, Pixie Tribes, MSQ Roulettes, FATE grinding, and Zadnor strategies to reach max level efficiently.
This guide provides tips and tricks for leveling in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, focusing on the most efficient methods to gain experience points (EXP) and reach higher levels quickly.
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 Rhalgr's Reach. If Tomestones are insufficient, item level 385 sets are provided upon completion of the Sage and Reaper introduction quests.
EXP Buffs
- Rest EXP: A +50% EXP buffer gained while in a sanctuary.
- Menphinas 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 quick method, providing approximately 1/3 of a level per quest completion in just a few minutes.
Main Story Quest Roulettes
Main Story Quest Roulettes, particularly Castrum and Praetorium, are excellent for earning experience. Praetorium offers more experience than Castrum.
Fate Grinding
Fates (Full Active Time Events) grant good experience. Il Mheg and Lakeland are ideal for players around level 70. Fates are worth approximately 97k experience after rebalancing. To reach level 71 from 70, you need 2,923,000 EXP.
Best Way To Level From 71 to 80 in Zadnor
Zadnor, similar to the Bozjan Southern Front, is an instanced area where players assist the Bozjan Resistance. Completing Fates and Critical Engagements (CEs) in a large group is an efficient way to gain significant experience. Leveling from 71 to 80 in Zadnor typically takes 6 to 10 hours, depending on group efficiency.
How To Unlock Zadnor
After reaching Level 71, travel to the Doman Enclave, use the Aetheryte Crystal to travel to Gangos, and then speak with Sjeros.
Complete Fates in The Northern Plateau
The strategy involves moving in a triangle pattern around the Northern Plateau, completing Fates as they spawn. Notable Fates and their EXP/Mettle include:
- A Relic Unleashed / Mean-spirited / The Beasts Are Back (The Northern Plateau, 25.5-14.3): 525,000-861,000 EXP | 243,000-270,000 Mettle
- Attack of the Machines / Attack of the Supersoldiers (The Northern Plateau, 12.1-13.6 / 16.7-16.9): 525,000-861,000 EXP | 243,000-270,000 Mettle
- Hypertuned Havoc (The Northern Plateau, 16.7-16.9): 525,000-861,000 EXP | 243,000-270,000 Mettle
- Seeq and You Will Find / When Mages Rage (The Northern Plateau, 20.4-16.6): 525,000-861,000 EXP | 243,000-270,000 Mettle
- Still Only Counts as One / The Student Becalms the Master (The Northern Plateau, 14.6-10.4): 525,000-861,000 EXP | 243,000-270,000 Mettle
- With Diremite and Main (The Southern Plateau, 17.1-32.1): 1,187,500-1,947,500 EXP | 350,000-525,000 Mettle
Complete Critical Engagements
Your party leader must queue for each Critical Engagement (CE) as they spawn. Note that the Taking the Lyon’s Share CE is solo and does not grant EXP. Notable CEs and their EXP/Mettle include:
- Feeling the Burn (The Northern Plateau, 16.7-16.9): 1,312,500-2,152,500 EXP | 607,500-675,000 Mettle
- Lean, Mean, Magitek Machines (The Northern Plateau, 15.3-13.1): 1,312,500-2,152,500 EXP | 607,500-675,000 Mettle
- Looks to Die For (The Northern Plateau, 17.5-9.9): 1,312,500-2,152,500 EXP | 607,500-675,000 Mettle
- Worn to a Shadow (The Northern Plateau, 11.9-7.7): 1,312,500-2,152,500 EXP | 607,500-675,000 Mettle
After reaching level 80, be sure to check out the Job Quests for Reaper and Sage. The starting Job quests can be done at level 70, but the latter ones will require higher levels.
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