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Pod Return to the Waking Sands - A Final Fantasy XIV 14 Lore Companion Podcast

Pod Return to the Waking Sands
Final Fantasy XIV
Ishgard
Heavensward
A Realm Reborn
Hydaelyn
Nidhogg
Hildibrand
Machinist
Lady Iceheart
Alphinaud
Dragoon
Shiva
Sultana
Eorzea
Zodiac Weapon
Blue Mage
Sharlayan
Moogles
Aetherochemical Research Facility
Ascians

A Final Fantasy 14 companion podcast, where we explore the lore and story of Hydaelyn and beyond. We take a close look at the story and history from the start of a new character’s trek through the Main Story Quest, job quests, dungeons, and more in this FFXIV podcast.

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We're back at Pharos Sirius. But what if up, we went down? Find out what lies below the lighthouse in this hard version of the Pharos Sirius dungeon!

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Heavensward Hildibrand is back with more mysterious mammet adventures! Will Cyr finally find the heresy his heart desires? Will Inspector Hildibrand end up embedded in some surface? Probably no and probably yes! Join us for part 2 of this FFXIV side ... more

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Yet again we are roped into risking life and limb for near-strangers with no promise of a reward. Reward for them, yes. For us? No. Except the friends we made along the way or some such. Or maybe the journey is its own reward? They'll claim the real ... more

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We thoughts that monks had vanished from the realm forever when the Fist of Rhalgr was shattered. Little did we know, there were monks aplenty left over. Sadly, most of them are jerks. Join us as we endure the Monk job quest in Heavensward!

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Golden Abbey
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Episode: Ep 183: Thoroughly Modern Gilly — The Fractal Continuum
Moon Breeda
An expert on aetherite technology.
Working with the Scions
Episode: Ep 108: Eyes Unclouded
Aki Maho
A player in the dungeon run, plays Machinist.
Episode: Ep 101: Kids in the Hardatali — Halatali Hard
Emenir Zolanthar
A player in the dungeon run, plays Summoner.
Episode: Ep 101: Kids in the Hardatali — Halatali Hard

Hosts

Jen
Co-host and researcher; long-running host with deep lore focus
Levi
Host and co-host, lead lore discussions and banter

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 217 ratings
  • It’s going to take a decade to get there but I am excited to hear the Shadowbringers episodes!

    Audible
    5
    Spencer Rose
    United Statesa year ago
  • The best FFXIV podcast

    It’s going to take a decade to get there but I am excited to hear the Shadowbringers episodes!

    Audible
    5
    Spencer Rose
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sprout !

    I’m a sprout, and I’m following along as I progress through the story and I’m loving listening and experiencing it all through another viewpoint, catching things I may have missed etc ! Love the podcast keep up the great work !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parnacle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic!

    This is amazing! I was late to the ffxiv party — just finished ARR and I’m absolutely loving it! This is the perfect companion to the game. Great hosts! Very funny, entertaining and very informative. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ddtk85
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Just started as an Xbox sprout and have been looking for more in depth lore explanations other than the 40 min documentaries on YouTube. This show is INCREDIBLE. If you want to learn more about the lore from two people who care about on-boarding new players, this is the best one out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tkmaclean
    Canada2 years ago

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Excellent companion for deep lore dives and patient explainer style.
Consistently entertaining with thoughtful analysis and humor.
Engaging hosts with great chemistry and deep lore knowledge.

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Bonus: Card Sharks 1 — Final Fantasy Trading Card Game
Q: What distinguishes FFTCG from other card games like Magic or Hearthstone, especially in a two-player starter set?
The two-card draw per turn broadens options and reduces outs where you'd be stuck, while the stack and timing rules introduce a different pacing and decision-making rhythm compared to Magic-like games.
Ep 140: Divine Intervention
Q: What happened last time, Jen?
We accompanied Emanolaine to do his lordly community service and ended up rescuing him from the Vanu-Vanu tribe after he got kidnapped.
Ep 112: Mist Connections — Hullbreaker Isle
Q: How was this dungeon for you?
Super fun. It's a beautiful, beautiful dungeon.

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Two-host suite dives into Final Fantasy XIV lore with a focus on in-depth storytelling, world-building, and patch-era backstories. Across episodes, the discussion spans monk, draconic politics, Ishgard intrigue, Moogles and Allied Societies, job quests, dungeons, and major arcs, all delivered with humorous banter, meta-commentary, and a habit of connecting game mechanics to story beats. The show stands out for its long-running, lore-forward approach, approachable explanations for newcomers, and a playful, fan-driven vibe that keeps conversations accessible even as the lore grows intricate. Listeners likely enjoy nerdy deep-dives, community engagement, and conversational chemistry between two well-versed hosts who balance rigor with levity. more

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