#yok tural

[rivenroad]

Concept art for Dawntrail so far!

[sirensongsea]

fish.mp4

[hrms-t]

[dearestcherry]

mirage martyn x mamook.

[scrollsfromarebornrealm]

The Eorzean mind cannot comprehend Turali weather

@sarenraegalpaladin thank you for this I've had a shit day and this gave me a smile 🤣 Reinhardt has encountered hurricanes before, though given the geographical locations where he has been through them (Doma/Hingashi/Limsa/Thavnair) if we liken the naming conventions to IRL--typhoons. The worst one he may go through (in an idea I'm still nursing out) was the equivalent of a Cat 3/borderline Cat 4 hurricane in Thavnair.

However now my tired brain's wondering about Turali-specific weather phenomenon that characters from Eorzea would NOT be used to. For my experience I can def say hurricanes and tornados (reading about them, also I accidentally drove into the 2024 Houston Derecho) but if there's any Latin American players, what weather events do you guys have? And for my fellow North Americans, especially Tornado Alley peoples, chime in on weather you all get too! Cuz more than likely our WoLs could experience this too!

(Yes yes I know VALIGARMUNDA BUT ASIDE FROM THEM)

(there are plans for the crew to encounter a tornado at some point)

[demita-ffxiv]

Tetsuro Photography is once again open for business. Hope everyone is enjoying Dawntrail while Yarita slowly makes his way through the story and areas taking in the scenery.

[mythriteshah]

A Fashion Magnifico's Missive

“Honorable friends, associates, and allies of the Regalia,

I pray that this message finds you all well.  As for myself, it is with great pride that I voice my own tidings of good health. The continual stability of the realm and its regions is once again a testament to the strength and resolve of the countless protectors of Etheirys.

But, as always, this only affirms my statement that the realm continues to maintain its status quo of perennial incursions, supernatural uprisings, and all-around buffoonery. The Abyssal Gala was another resounding success, which marks the Higuri Regalia's ninth thus far, and with matters over the Near East brought to a relative calm, I will proceed to the crux of this missive.

To those unaware, I have spent the better part of this cycle on a mission of diplomatic trade that would take me far to the west, in the continent of Tural. It is there that I learned a great deal about myself and that I, like all of us, are a small part of what is to be a grander scale. No person is an island, despite if anyone prefers solitude. Much like the Dawnservant trekked across Tural to learn the land, its people, and its cultures, I have also gathered my own new assortment of friends as I explored the New World with my family and Angels. If anyone ever wants to see a Pelupelu with a gun, I will be more than happy to arrange that.

Moving on from the brief moment of levity, and the most important of tidings: the announcement of the Regalia’s upcoming line. To those still new to our wares, the aforementioned Abyssal Gala was made in homage to the Dark-wreathed beings of the Thirteenth shard - the Void - namely those who hold a place within its noble hierarchy. This time around, the script will be flipped as my latest breakthrough was none other... than Tural itself. With the myriad societies and races which comprise Tuliyollal and even Alexandria, there is much aesthetic to be gleaned from its locales as well as the nations that inhabit it - both big and small. The many unique designs and colors will no doubt amaze all who will eagerly partake in this new addition to the Power in Beauty Catalogue.

Furthermore, This will also mark our tenth clothing line to date since I've steered the Higuri Regalia down this new path. I have gained no small amount of experience since taking the reins of the Regalia from my father, and while I have had my own series of failures and shortcomings, I have gone through excruciating pains to grow from them and better myself as a person and as a leader. As a result, many people's dispositions have, and will, change over the years, and while some cannot be swayed to a more favorable light - whether through personal preference or stubbornness, for lack of a better term - we alone know what we want most at the end of the day, and what I desire more than anything now is the fulfillment of the Regalia's mission: to enlighten and enliven - through haute couture and generosity, respectively. Even should the Higuri Regalia stand alone in this pursuit, I and my Angels will remain steadfast and see to its success with each passing turn of the sun. I thank all of those who have continued to believe in the Higuri Regalia to this day.

Lastly, and this may come off as a surprise to some as my business prides itself on generosity: in light of these auspicious events, I have taken the liberty of providing you all with a teaser of what to expect when this clothing line is brought to fruition. Enclosed within are two “sample” photos of the many outfits that will be showcased in this upcoming edition to the PiB Catalogue - one from Tuliyollal's many native races, and one from Alexandria. By the time of this letter's creation, we are eighty-five percent towards its completion.

Much like our previous lines, expect its grand unveiling by the coming of spring - for all, and Etheirys at large, will be reminded why my empire’s credo is ‘Where There is Power in Beauty.’”

Sincerely,

Thiji Sor Higuri, Diamond Sultan of the Higuri Regalia

[pixelpeoni]

[vettir]

FFXIV: Dawntrail let's GOOOOOO (after a few other quick things)

[pupperoflight]

That’s the closest I’m ever coming to doing Capoeira 😅

[sightseeinglog]

[lully-jo]

Dawntrail is a perfectly enjoyable expac, too many of you just have absurd expectations.

You cannot expect the introduction of a new arc to be at the same emotional and narrative highs as the climax of the previous one. I would argue this expansion is as good as Heavensward (and Heavensward is very beloved for me).

[sirensongsea]

friends.mp4

[hrms-t]

[impossible-rat-babies]

okay gamers I think we’re back in the pits bc I fell asleep putting together a DT timeline for eyrie and estinien

[tallbluelady]

*chinhands* Sooo, we know that Rowan comes to Tural with Urianger and Thancred, but does she takes an active part in their plans or is she there to simply observe and enjoy her honeymoon? How does she get along with Koana and what does she think about the entire succession thing? >:3

Thinking about it, I don't know if she's super active in Koana's journey in the Rite of Succession - she wasn't directly asked to. Thancred had to say, "Hey, Urianger got married recently, is it cool if his wife comes with us for this?" and Koana would probably be chill enough with it even without the context that she's a Warrior of Light. Rowan will offer advise if asked for it, but Koana seems rather independent overall. Honestly, her most pointed question to him is to ask him what country he seeks to lead when he talks about Sharlyan. She does go "neener neener" to Wuk Lamat's group with Thancred during Ihuykatumu, but that's about as competitive as she'll get. She's here to help Urianger and Thancred fulfill their contract to Koana and take in the sights.

As far as liking Koana, Rowan goes from neutral and occasionally exasperated to very proud of him after watching his arc through the Rite of Succession. She was extremely glad that Wuk Lamat asked him to rule along side her, because she did see that he does care for his country and would help patch the holes Wuk Lamat has herself.

She actually gets a bit jealous of Khaliun for having gone with Wuk Lamat, as she actually takes the time to learn about the other civilizations! I figure that there's some paperwork for Urianger and Thancred to do once their contract with Koana is up, so Rowan joins Khaliun and Erenville to Shaaloani to have a little adventure and meet up with them later in Xak Tural. She knows exactly where they are when the Dome appears, and I'll have to make up what exactly it is they are doing if Squenix doesn't provide any information for us. But basically Rowan and Khaliun are Co-WoL'ing it for the second half of Dawntrail.

Thanks for the ask!