Pod Return to the Waking Sands - A Final Fantasy XIV 14 Lore Companion Podcast
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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7 days ago
7 days ago
We take a break from our Ishgardian adventures to catch up with Limsa's culinary scene. We end up in an unnecessarily high stakes cooking competition, with mental health and livelihoods on the line. Can we save the day by becoming Eorzea's next top chef?
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Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
The gates to Azys Lla slam shut in our face as we collide with an aetheric barrier protecting our destination. We are forced to retreat and consider our options. A timely ray of hope sends us on a new journey in search of old friends and new paths. Join us as we continue the Heavensward main scenario quest!
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Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
We return to the Sea of Clouds in pursuit of the Archbishop! Standing between us and our quarry is the mighty leviathan Bismarck. It's up to us to spear this voracious whale.
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Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
The archbishop escaped our clutches, leaving us with only a single clue: Azys Lla. We must regroup in Ishgard and muster our allies before we can resume our pursuit. Join us as we continue on the Heavensward MSQ!
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Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
We continue to touch the hot stove that is the darkside. Maybe this time we will uncover truth and power? Instead, we become stuck with an ill-prepared father figure and a reticent teen. Will getting these two to therapy, kupo, bring some solace to our own tortured soul? Find out in this continuation of the FFXIV Dark Knight job questline!
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Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Sunday Oct 05, 2025
There is a darkness within us, yearning to take hold. A chance encounter with a mysterious job stone gives our darkside its moment. Who will be the stronger? Join us for the iconic Dark Knight job quest in Final Fantasy XIV!
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Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Having mustered what allies we can for our rescue attempt, we venture into the seat of the Holy See's power: The Vault. Join us as we challenge this iconic Heavensward dungeon!
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Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Fearing for Aymeric's fate, we prepare to mount a daring rescue. This sort of venture cannot be made alone though. And so, we turn to the only ally we can think of: The Mongrel. Join us as we continue the Heavensward story in FFXIV!
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Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Welcome to Sightseeing Log episode 1! Our monthly series covering the games that influence Final Fantasy XIV. This month we are starting on Final Fantasy VI! Future episodes will be posted exclusively to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv
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Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Nidhogg's defeat may have left us with more problems than it solved. We barely begin to unravel the wyrm's age-old mysteries when we are called back to Ishgard to deal with a much more immediate crisis. Join us as we continue with the Heavensward main scenario quest!
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