Chronicles of Light
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The Chronicles of Light book series are real-life published books by Square Enix. They contain the collection of Side Stories, as well us unpublished, book exclusive stories. They also include new illustrations accompanying each short story.
The stories are not necessarily printed in the publishing order. For example, Through Fire and Blood is the second story for the Tales of the Dragonsong War chapter, and Vows Unbroken the first.
Furthermore, the Warrior of Light is addressed as a male character in these stories.
Chronicles of Light
This novel covers the content of the Side Stories from Tales of the Calamity to Tales of the Storm. For more information, visit the Store page of Chronicles of Light.
Synopsis
A collection of twenty-five short stories expanding upon the rich lore of Final Fantasy XIV and featuring exclusive illustrations by Toshiyuki Itahana.
This hardcover, foil-stamped volume presents the twenty-one stories originally published on the official Final Fantasy XIV website, including “Tales from the Calamity,” “Tales from the Dragonsong War,” and “Tales from the Storm.” Additionally, it offers four stories written by the development team and appearing for the first time in Chronicles of Light, including “The Hunt Begins,” offering a glimpse into Zenos’s past, and “Ever After,” on Hien and the recovery efforts of Doma. Each story is accompanied by an illustration created specifically for this book by acclaimed Final Fantasy artist Toshiyuki Itahana.[1]
Additional Stories
The Hunt Begins
Zenos has been ordered to the Training Hall. And after many lessons, he will surpass his nameless tutor.
The Player and the Pawns
Tataru has bid farewell to Alphinaud from the Kugane piers, and discusses with Hancock the restoration of the Aetheryte in the House of the Fierce in Yanxia.
Ever After
Cirina visits the Doman Enclave, and Yugiri asks her how she found and met Lord Hien after the failed liberation attempt.
The Samurai Who Couldn't Die
Gosetsu reminiscence on his life during of Pilgrimage, reflecting his time prior the occupation, and his time as a retainer for Lord Kaien.
Chronicles of Light, Volume II
This novel covers the content of the Side Stories from Tales of the Shadows to Tales under the New Moon. For more information, visit the Store page of Chronicles of Light, Volume II.
Synopsis
The second collection of short stories expanding upon the rich lore of FINAL FANTASY XIV and featuring exclusive illustrations by Toshiyuki Itahana.
This hardcover, foil-stamped volume presents thirty stories originally published on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV website. Adding to the expanded lore of Shadowbringers, Endwalker, and Dawntrail, these episodes were included in the “Tales from the Shadows,” “Tales from the Twilight,” “Tales from the Dawn,” and “Tales under the New Moon” side stories. Each chapter is accompanied by an illustration created specifically for this book by acclaimed FINAL FANTASY artist Toshiyuki Itahana.[2]
Additional Stories
In the Beginning, Beyond the End
Feo Ul and the Crystal Exarch witness an attack by Sin Eaters.
Behind Every Manderville Man
Julyan encounters the young Godbert Manderville, and she questions her own decision of her husband.
Private Reflections
Y'shtola's father has passed away, and her sisters are calling them all to Old Sharlayan to mourn him.
A Precious Gift
Krile thinks back on the day Galuf Baldesion gifted her her hood.