“Unlocking Savage” typically refers to unlocking Savage-difficulty raids in Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV). Savage raids represent some of the highest-end, most challenging content in the game. They require careful mechanical execution, optimal gear preparation, and tight class rotations. Core Requirements to Unlock Savage
The unlock process is highly consistent across expansions, though the specific NPCs and locations change:
Complete the Main Scenario: You must reach the level cap of the specific expansion the raid belongs to (e.g., Level 100 for Dawntrail raids).
Finish the Normal Raid Tier: You must complete all four “floors” or fights of the Normal mode version of the raid tier you want to unlock.
Turn in the Final Quest: Ensure you have fully completed and turned in the accompanying story quest line for that Normal tier. Unlocking by Expansion
Once the prerequisites are met, you speak to a specific NPC (usually a “Wandering Minstrel” type or raid-specific researcher) to unlock high-end duty access:
Dawntrail (The Arcadion): Head to Solution 9 and speak to Gabriel (or the respective tier coordinator) to unlock tiers like the Cruiserweight Savage or Heavyweight Savage.
Endwalker (Pandæmonium): Teleport to Aporeia in Labyrinthos and speak to Nemjiji.
Shadowbringers (Eden): Available at The Crystarium or Eulmore. Stormblood (Omega): Located at Rhalgr’s Reach.
Heavensward (Alexander): Speak to The Wandering Minstrel in Mor Dhona. Preparation Tips for Beginners
Unlocking the raid is just the first step. To ensure a smooth experience, the FFXIV community generally recommends the following preparation steps:
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