Treasure Dungeons are not only a rich source of rare rewards in Final Fantasy XIV, but also a solid way to make a lot of Gil in a relatively short period of time. Accessed via Timeworn Maps, each expansion except A Realm Reborn has its own dungeons to explore. Understanding how to navigate these dungeons can greatly enhance your gaming experience and financial status within the game!
Getting Started with Treasure Dungeons
To embark on your treasure-hunting journey, you must first unlock the ability to decipher Timeworn Maps. This requires reaching level 36 in any battle class and completing the “Treasures and Tribulations” side quest. Once accomplished, you’ll gain two vital actions: Decipher and Dig, which are essential for locating your treasures.
Unlocking the Treasure Hunt
To unlock the Treasure Hunt, speak to H’loonh in Eastern La Noscea (X:21.1, Y:21.1). This side quest is crucial as it provides the tools necessary for your treasure hunting. Once you have the quest complete, you can start collecting Timeworn Maps, which are the key items needed to access these dungeons.
Using Timeworn Maps
Once you have a Timeworn Map, right-click it and select “Decipher.” This action reveals a zoomed-in section of a larger area where your treasure is hidden. The map will show an X marking the location you need to investigate, and it’s up to you to figure out where to go!
Finding the Treasure
When you arrive at the marked location, use the Dig action to check for a nearby coffer. If a coffer appears, interact with it and prepare for combat, as enemies may spawn. After defeating the foes, interact with the coffer again for a chance to obtain rewards or even access a portal to the Treasure Dungeon!
Types of Treasure Dungeons
There are two primary types of Treasure Dungeons in FFXIV. Each type offers a unique experience and rewards, making them exciting to explore.
Normal Treasure Dungeons
In a Normal Treasure Dungeon, once you enter, you’ll find a coffer at the center. Only the player who deciphered the map can interact with it, triggering waves of enemies. Defeating these enemies is essential to claim your rewards!
Shifting Treasure Dungeons
Shifting Treasure Dungeons present a ring of icons and an arcane sphere in the center. The player who spawned the dungeon interacts with this sphere to invoke a random enemy to fight. Successfully defeating this enemy can lead to more rewards and potentially rare items!
Acquiring Timeworn Maps
Timeworn Maps are vital for accessing Treasure Dungeons. Here are a few ways to gather these maps:
- Gather them yourself as a Miner, Botanist, or Fisher.
- Purchase them from the Marketboard.
- Acquire special Timeworn Maps from the Itinerant Moogle during Tomestone events.
Exploring Each Expansion’s Treasure Dungeons
Each expansion in FFXIV features unique Treasure Dungeons, each with their own specific Timeworn Map types. Understanding where to gather these maps is crucial for maximizing your treasure hunting.
Heavensward
The Timeworn Dragonskin maps lead to The Aquapolis, where you can sync to level 60. Look for gathering points in regions like The Churning Mists and The Sea of Clouds to find these maps.
Stormblood
In Stormblood, the Timeworn Gazelleskin maps will take you to The Lost Canals of Uznair. You can gather these maps by logging and harvesting in various locations across Yanxia and the Azim Steppe.
Shadowbringers
Shadowbringers introduces Timeworn Zonureskin maps, leading to The Dungeons of Lyhe Ghiah. Here, you can gather resources by logging and mining in areas like Lakeland and Kholusia.
Endwalker
In Endwalker, you'll encounter two different types of maps: Timeworn Ophiotauroskin and Timeworn Kumbhiraskin, leading to unique dungeons. Gathering them involves logging and harvesting in Elpis and Ultima Thule.
Final Thoughts
Treasure Dungeons in Final Fantasy XIV offer great opportunities for players to gather valuable items and earn Gil. By understanding how to unlock and access these dungeons, you can enhance your gameplay experience significantly. So, get your Timeworn Maps ready, gather your friends, and dive into these exciting treasure hunts!
