Learn how to start and complete The White-Winged Wonder side quest in Final Fantasy XVI. Get tips on defeating bandits and the Huntsman, and unlock chocobo riding!
Walkthrough
- 1Progress the main story until you complete the Release Main Quest, which is part of The Gathering Storm Main Quest.
- 2After the quest, you will be prompted to return to the Hideaway to speak with Gav. Instead, open your Local Map to find a new Side Quest marker indicated with a "+" icon outside Martha's Rest.
- 3Speak with Rowan, the Traveling Trader, who needs help rescuing his chocobos from bandits.
- 4Head south from Martha's Rest towards the quest marker. You will find white chocobo feathers and tracks.
- 5Follow the tracks southwest, near Crooked Nash's Pier, to find the chocobos cornered by bandits.
- 6Defeat the first wave of Bandits, prioritizing magic casters.
- 7Defeat the second wave, which includes hounds and the Huntsman. Focus on lowering the Huntsman's will gauge to Stagger him.
- 8After the battle, you will reunite with Ambrosia.
Tips
- Use Eikon Abilities like Garuda's Aerial Blast or Phoenix's Flames of Rebirth to quickly deal with groups of enemies.
- For the Huntsman, use abilities like Gouge once he is on the ground after being pulled down by Garuda to easily Stagger him. Use your Limit Break during Stagger for maximum damage.
- While riding Ambrosia, you can attack enemies by tapping the Square Button, but it is more efficient to dismount and fight normally.
- Ability to ride Ambrosia (Chocobo) in open areas.
- 250 Experience Points (EXP)
- 20 Renown
- 60 Sharp Fangs
- Ambrosia's Tack (Curiosity)
- "When You Ride Alone" Trophy
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