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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Episodes

Sunday Dec 07, 2025

Searching for the secret's of Matoya's aetheric condenser, we delve into the abandoned Great Gubal Library. Discarded secrets and traps abound as we delve into the deepest sections of the vaunted halls. Join us for this MSQ dungeon in FFXIV!
 
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Ep 170: Forbidden Knowledge

Sunday Nov 23, 2025

Sunday Nov 23, 2025

 
At last we may meet the infamous Master Matoya. It turns out she's as prickly as promised. Perhaps her minions will help us unearth her secrets? Join us for Matoya's inside story in this continuation of the Final Fantasy XIV main scenario!
 
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Ep 169: A Great New Nation

Sunday Nov 16, 2025

Sunday Nov 16, 2025

At last we set foot into the Dravanian Hinterlands: home of the former Sharlayan colony until the scholarly nation withdrew from its Eorzean foothold. What has become of this sagely city? Find out as we continue the Heavensward main scenario quest!
 
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Sunday Nov 09, 2025

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

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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Ep 166: Devourer of Worlds

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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Ep 165: Into the Blue

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

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

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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Ep 162: The Vault

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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