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Born Again Anima

Quest giver
Ardashir
Location
Azys Lla (X:7.4, Y:11.5)
Quest line
Weapon Enhancement Sidequests
┗ Anima Weapons Quests
Level
60
Required items
1   Magicked Bauble
1   Ancient Magicked Poppet
1   Spectral Magma
1   Newborn Soulstone
1   Enhanced Anima Glass
1   Sharpened Sword of the Twin Thegns
1   Sharpened Shield of the Twin Thegns
1   Sharpened Axe of the Blood Emperor
1   Sharpened Guillotine of the Tyrant
1   Sharpened Trident of the Overlord
1   Sharpened Sultan's Fists
1   Sharpened Spurs of the Thorn Prince
1   Sharpened Bow of the Autarch
1   Sharpened Flame of the Dynast
1   Sharpened Rod of the Black Khan
1   Sharpened Book of the Mad Queen
1   Sharpened Cane of the White Tsar
1   Sharpened Word of the Magnate
1   Sharpened Sphere of the Last Heir
Experience
Experience 0
Gil
Gil 615
Previous quest
Repeatable Feature Quest Future Proof
Repeatable Feature Quest Some Assembly Required
Next quest
Feature Quest Body and Soul
Patch
3.5
Links
EDB GT TC
“

Ardashir seems eager to tell you something.

※Changing classes or jobs will prevent progress during this quest.

— In-game description

Rewards

Depending on job:

Walkthrough

Main article: Complete Anima Weapons/Quest#Born Again Anima

As with all quests, the steps must be performed in order, from top to bottom.

Steps

Journal

  • Ardashir seems eager to tell you something.
    • ※Changing classes or jobs will prevent progress during this quest.
  • Ardashir has good news to share with you─work on the processing node vital to his work is nearly complete. His elation is soon dampened, however, when Gerolt rebukes him for not lifting a finger to help. The young scholar soon insists on doing his fair share of the work, but never fear─there is plenty to go around. Ardashir wastes no time in splitting up his duties, tasking you with obtaining three oddities needed to forge the new anima weapon: a rare gemstone from Amdapor, a magicked doll from the Great Gubal Library, and molten rock from Sohm Al.
  • Braving the perils of Eorzea's darkest dungeons you emerge unscathed, and three rarities richer for the experience. You can only hope Ardashir will have completed his tasks by the time you get back.
  • You arrive in Azys Lla to find the processing node is fully operational. Not wanting to waste time, Ardashir insists Gerolt ignore his thirst for ale and begin work on the weapon. Meanwhile, he would have you activate the now-functioning node.
  • The node springs to life with a buzz and a whir, ready to fashion you a soulstone. Assuming you have the required materials, of course. When you are finished with the processing node, Ardashir asks that you activate the verification node in preparation for the anima's transfer.
  • Moving the anima to a new soulstone will incur great risk, as there is a chance the fledgling spirit will dissipate into the aether before the process is complete. After extensive research, however, Ardashir has discovered the means to ensure the anima's safety: increasing its aetheric density. As he explains it, the anima weapon's recent treatment of ceruleum has enhanced its aether-absorbing abilities, making now the opportune time to carry out his plan. He furnishes you with a monitoring device, and bids you continue your routine acts of heroism. When the anima has absorbed sufficient levels of aether, his most recent discovery─the verification node─will analyze the anima weapon and determine your chances of success. Ardashir is not one to gamble, however, and says he will not be satisfied until failure is a mathematical improbability.
    • ※Should you misplace the anima glass, you may obtain a new one by speaking with Ardashir at Azys Lla.
  • You traverse the realm to fortify the anima through feats of heroism both great and small, from saving cats trapped on cold stone rooves to slaying beasts sent from the void. Confident that the anima is ready, you return to Azys Lla to have the anima weapon examined. The verification node begins its analysis, and after what seems an eternity, you are pleased to hear the chance of failure is nigh on impossible. All that remains is carrying out the transfer.
  • His plans have been perfect, his calculations impeccable, yet Ardashir cannot dismiss his impending sense of dread. His doubts are soon cast aside, however, when Gerolt surprises him with a few choice words reminiscent of encouragement. Duly inspired, they set to work, and it is not long before the anima is placed securely in its new soulstone and weapon...or so they think. You hold your freshly forged weapon aloft, but when you call forth the anima, the lack of response gives you pause. Just when Ardashir had begun to lose hope, the anima appears from a blinding flash of light, regaling you with talk of an otherworldly experience. The anima is safe, now and forevermore. But Ardashir mentions he has one last order of business to discuss with you. Whatever could it be?
    • ※ The attributes of the anima weapon can be reallocated by speaking with Ulan in Idyllshire.

Dialogue

Accepting the Quest (Cutscene)

Ardashir: [Forename]! You come at a most opportune time, my friend. Repairs on the processing node are nearly complete.
Ardashir: A pity, though, that such repairs are beyond my field of expertise. I have had no choice but to call on Gerolt for assistance.

Gerolt: Hmph. An' when's the last time them dainty little hands o' yers touched a hammer? How about givin' credit where it's due for a change, eh? Or better yet, do some bloody work yerself!

Ardashir: What we do here calls for more than mere brawn. Though if truth be told, I have not the time to study the literature pertinent to such repairs.
Ardashir: Very well. If there is more work to be done, I shall see to it personally. It will not be said that Ardashir Balyk stood idly by while some toper fulfilled duties in his stead.

Gerolt: You don't half have a mouth on ye, do ye? Alright, then. How about fetchin' me them materials for that new weapon ye asked for. And take [Forename] with ye. Not that I don't trust ye, mind. It's just too much work for one.

Ardashir: If you would insist [she/he] accompany me, then so be it.
Ardashir: Ahem. Right then. [Forename], there is work to be done.
Ardashir: I would have you handle the more, shall we say, exotic items he has requested─a rare gemstone from Amdapor, a magicked doll from the Great Gubal Library, and molten rock from Sohm Al.
Ardashir: Strange to think such a haphazard collection of items can be forged into a weapon. Then again, I once doubted the favorable effects of alcohol on his smithing.
Ardashir: At any rate, I shall see to the remaining three oddities on his list. Hopefully I will not keep you waiting too long. 

System: The quest “Born Again Anima” cannot be abandoned via your journal. If you wish to abandon the quest, you may do so at any time by speaking with Ardashir.

With the sharpened [Weapon] equipped or in your inventory, delivering the forging materials to Gerolt

Gerolt: There you are. Did ye bring what I asked for?
<Hand Over Magicked Bauble, Ancient Magicked Poppet, and Spectral Magma>

Cutscene

Gerolt: Good work, [lass/lad], and none the worse for wear. Which is more than can I say for His Highness here.

Ardashir: Hmph. If you have time to waste on insults, then I take it we may assume work on the processing node is finished?

Gerolt: Repairs like that I can do with me eyes closed. Finished 'em ages ago─just been waitin' for you two to show up.

Ardashir: Excellent. At last, we can commence our work on the new soulstone.
Ardashir: I trust I can count on you for assistance once more?

Gerolt: Looks like ye'll be busy with yer toys for a bit. In that case, reckon I'll go put back a few.

Ardashir: Gerolt. I will not begrudge you a drink or two, as is your wont. Just promise me that the work will be done. With all the materials at hand, you could perform such a trifling task with your eyes closed, no?

Gerolt: <grumble> Cheeky little... Fine. But ye'd best hurry along with the soulstone, ye hear?

Ardashir: Now, then. Let me explain our next course of action.
Ardashir: First and foremost, I will need your help with creating the new soulstone.
Ardashir: It is a rather involved process, but with your help I have no doubt everything will proceed swimmingly.
Ardashir: Once finished, we will also need to ensure the anima is duly prepared for the transfer. Though not a complex procedure, it is without question the most vital. My most recent discovery─an aetheric verification device─should prove quite useful here.
Ardashir: But further explanations regarding that can wait until later. When you are ready to begin work on the soulstone, pray activate the processing node.

With the sharpened [Weapon] equipped or in your inventory, activating the processing node (Cutscene)

Processing Node: <beep> <beep> Initializing... Please set desired parameters.

Ardashir: Well, well, it works. Give me a moment while I ready the node.
Ardashir: There. All we require now are materials for the soulstone's creation. And for that, I turn to your unrivaled talent for procurement.
Ardashir: Now, now. If we are to preserve the anima, we cannot falter now.
Ardashir: After all, there is yet another crucial step to be taken before the soulstone is complete.
Ardashir: For that, we will require the verification node.
Ardashir: But let us not get ahead of ourselves; there is still much to do. You need not concern yourself with this device until we are finished with the processing node.

System: You can now accept the quest “Some Assembly Required” from the processing node. 
System: To continue progression in the quest “Born Again Anima,” you must complete the quest “Some Assembly Required” to obtain a new soulstone.

With the sharpened [Weapon] in your inventory, accessing the verification node (Cutscene)

Verification Node: <beep> <beep> Please present specimen for analysis.

Ardashir: So, [Forename], what do you think? As fortune would have it, I happened upon this node when searching for salvageable materials to repair the processing node.
Ardashir: It has the ability to analyze the aetherial composition of any object placed before it─a function crucial to our work.
Ardashir: In order to transfer the anima's essence to the new soulstone, we must first sever the link to its present vessel. But this is not without incredible risk.
Ardashir: For you see, in the instant it becomes unbound, there is a danger that it will dissipate into the aether. Its life would be extinguished in the blink of an eye.
Ardashir: After much research into the manipulation of aether, I learned of the means to preserve the anima long enough to complete the process─aetheric condensation. The anima is, after all, a creature composed entirely of condensed aether. If it were to be condensed further, it should prove robust enough to survive the transfer.
Ardashir: Thanks to the anima weapon's treatment of ceruleum, I daresay its ability to absorb naturally occurring aether─thereby increasing the anima's density─is heightened. 'Tis only a matter of reaching levels needed for our purposes.
Ardashir: To that end, I would ask that you resume your feats of derring-do, and monitor the anima with this device. It should indicate when the anima has reached sufficient density levels based on my estimates.
Ardashir: When the anima is ready, return here and place its vessel in the verification node. I have programmed it to run a simulation of the transfer process based on the anima's density.
Ardashir: When the verification node has confirmed the chance of failure is all but eliminated, we can proceed to the next phase of our plan.

System: Completing certain activities while equipped with your anima weapon and shield will increase their aetheric density.
System: Please be advised that aetheric density cannot be increased when their durability is zero.
System: By using the anima glass, it is possible to visually verify your progress.

Optional

Verification Node: <beep> Analyzing... Beginning simulation... Insufficient density levels. <beep> Chance of failure estimated at 75%. 

Verification Node: <beep> Analyzing... Beginning simulation... Insufficient density levels. <beep> Chance of failure estimated at 62.5%. 

Verification Node: <beep> Analyzing... Beginning simulation... Density levels reaching acceptable parameters. <beep> Chance of failure estimated at 37.5%. 

Verification Node: <beep> Analyzing... Beginning simulation.. Density levels reaching acceptable parameters. <beep> Chance of failure estimated at 12.5%.

With the sharpened [Weapon] equipped or in your inventory, accessing the verification node (Cutscene)

Verification Node: <beep> <beep> Please present specimen for analysis.
Verification Node: Analyzing... Beginning simulation...
Verification Node: Aetheric density exceeds prescribed parameters. <beep> Chance of failure estimated at 0.0000001%.

Ardashir: Excellent! With readings like this, our work should be but a matter of course.

(If completed soulstone)
Ardashir: Take the anima weapon and the soulstone to Gerolt. At last we shall move the anima to its new, permanent vessel.

(If not completed soulstone)
Ardashir: All that remains is to complete work on the soulstone. Soon, my friend. Soon the anima will be safe, now and forevermore! 

System: In order to create a newborn soulstone, use the processing node and complete the quest “Some Assembly Required.”

With the sharpened [Weapon] in your inventory, delivering the newborn soulstone to Gerolt in Azys Lla

Gerolt: Finish the soulstone? Let's have it, then. The weapon too.
<Hand Over [Weapon] and Newborn Soulstone>

Cutscene

Gerolt: Well, let's get to it. 
Gerolt: >> Oi, Ardashir! <<

Ardashir: You needn't yell─I can hear just fine. I just...I just needed a moment.

Gerolt: A moment? What the hells for? An' what's with the gloom all a sudden?
Gerolt: ...Wait a second. Ye ain't scared, are ye?

Ardashir: Scared? Scared?
Ardashir: >> I am absolutely terrified! What if something should go wrong!? Years of hard work and research would be squandered. More importantly, an innocent new life would be lost. I could never forgive myself should the unthinkable befall the anima. <<

Gerolt: So that's it, then? Ye just plan to run, with nothin' to show but a trail o' piss on yer way home? After all ye've done to get this far!?
Gerolt: An' what about [Forename]? [She/He] fought to the seventh hell an' back to get the anima ready for this.
Gerolt: >> An' me! Ye've held me hostage here hammerin' new weapons day after day, an' this one's me best yet. You'd be denyin' the world a masterpiece what puts all other smiths to shame. <<
Gerolt: An' sure, ye might be a self-servin', preenin' little gobshite, but I've seen me fair share o' scholars, an' yer the cleverest little gobshite I've ever met. Should go without sayin' the soulstone ye made is perfect, so why get so bothered over nothin'?

Ardashir: Gerolt... I...
Ardashir: Ahem. As you say, we have no reason to be concerned.
Ardashir: Let us begin by transferring the anima to the new soulstone.
Ardashir: I will require the anima glass, if you would be so kind.
Ardashir: 'Tis done. Quickly now, Gerolt. The anima will not last long. Set the soulstone!

Gerolt: How d'ye like that... The pinnacle o' perfection, forged from blood, sweat, an' tears!

Ardashir: And it is all yours, [Forename]. You have more than earned it!

Gerolt: Feast yer eyes on [Weapon]. The gods 'emselves'd weep afore this beauty!

Ardashir: I should hope the anima is as pleased as we are. Care to summon it forth, [Forename]?
Ardashir: But where is the anima? Does it not answer your call?
Ardashir: No, it cannot be! Did it...did it not survive the transfer!?

Anima: Good [time] to you, [Forename]! Is something the matter? You seem concerned.
Anima: Oh, how wondrous it was! A great power welled up within me, the likes of which I had never felt before. For a fleeting moment, I was drifting, and then there was a burst of color and light...
Anima: So warm, so comforting was the glow that I could feel myself nodding off to sleep. But then I heard your voice, and I woke with a start.
Anima: I've never felt so alive... It's as if I've been born anew!

Ardashir: Born anew... Yes, in a sense that is indeed what has happened. You've grown strong, and so much so that you need no longer rely on others.
Ardashir: Yes, now you are free. Free to go forth with [Forename], to see distant lands and embark on all the adventures this realm has to offer! 
Ardashir: In overcoming such trials and travails together, I daresay you two have become quite the pair. Less adventurer and [her/his] arm than...fast friends.

Anima: Fast...friends?

Ardashir: Though I am but a youth of seventeen summers, I know what it means to respect and care for another. This is the sort of true kinship I see in you.

Anima: It gladdens me to hear such praise. My only aim now is to become stronger, and prove myself a faithful friend to [Forename].

Ardashir: Your adventures with [Forename] will doubtless carry you to distant lands, where you will confront foes the likes of which I can scarce imagine.
Ardashir: But no matter the challenge, you must rise to overcome it. Together, as true friends do. When you return from such travels, I should very much like to hear your tales of triumph.

Ardashir: We have done it, [Forename]. The anima shall enjoy life in all its splendor, now and forevermore, thanks to your selfless dedication. Words fail to express my gratitude.

Gerolt: Oi, Ardashir.
Gerolt: I've been meanin' to tell ye, but I've fixed up the wings on this little one, too. Just like ye asked.

Ardashir: Thank you, Gerolt. All that remains to do is to calibrate the joints and it will be complete.
Ardashir: Ah, yes. There is another matter I would discuss with you, but doubtless you are weary after such a long day. I bid you safe travels home, and a well-earned respite. Let us speak again when next you return to Azys Lla.

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