The Rising (2026)

The Rising (2026)
"What awaits us at journey's end?"

Event Start

August 27, 2026

Event Finish

September 10, 2026

Event Chain

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The Rising (2025)

The Rising (2026) is a special event that is taking place from August 27, 2026 to September 10, 2026.

FINAL FANTASY XIV celebrates its 13th anniversary on Thursday, August 27. Join us for the Rising as the realm commemorates another year of grand adventure!

— Event description

Requirements

• Level 15

Guide

Players should speak to the Wandering Minstrel located in Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks at (X:11.0, Y:12.8) to begin the seasonal quest The Symphony of Life.

Quests

Quest	Type	Level	Quest Giver
The Symphony of Life		15	Wandering Minstrel
Prelude's Call		15	Wandering Minstrel

Rewards

Minion

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  Wind-up Wuk Lamat

Indoor Furnishings

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• Tabletop Rising MMXXV Advertisement
• The Rising MMXXV Advertisement
• The Rising MMXXIV Advertisement

Orchestrion Rolls

• Matoya's Cave (Modulation) Orchestrion Roll
• Eternal Wind (Modulation) Orchestrion Roll
• Zanarkand (Modulation) Orchestrion Roll

Achievement

Name	Points	Task	Reward	Patch
Thankful Thirteen	10	Complete the quest “The Symphony of Life.”	-	7.55

Vendor

• Rising Vendor (2026)

NPCs Involved

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  Rising Attendant
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  Rising Vendor (2026)
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  Wandering Minstrel

Dialogue

Rising Attendant

In looking to the past, we take solace in the present, and think of what the future may hold. That is the very essence of the Rising! This year, we have prepared a spectacular fireworks celebration. It is sure to enthrall everyone in attendance!

The Rising is a period of remembrance that commemorates those lives that were lost during the great tragedy that was the Calamity. We also pay tribute to the unsung heroes who risked life and limb that others might know a brighter future.

And so the streets are decorated with somber trappings, and the night skies filled with vibrant fireworks. May the solemn atmosphere and bright lights above spur us to reflect on the doom portended by Dalamud, that we might give thanks for the present and muster hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Lest you wonder, the observances are being held in Limsa Lominsa. If you wish to participate, we invite you to pay a visit to the thalassocracy.

Gallery

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Decorations

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  Gridania
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  The Lavender Beds
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  Ul'dah
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  The Goblet
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  Limsa Lominsa
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  Mist
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  Shirogane
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  Empyreum
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NPC Cameos

Nhagi'a and Kipih Jakkya

Kipih Jakkya

Let's visit Mother's grave afterwards, shall we?

Nhagi'a Jakkya

Hmm, the area's been swallowed up by the wood...

But you can leave any fiends that appear to me!

J'bhen Tia and Astin

Astin

It's a fine atmosphere for the Rising—solemn but hopeful.

J'bhen Tia

Truly. The westerly breeze brings a sense of renewal.

Deryk and Baby Opo-opo

Must complete Embraced by Gods.

Deryk

So you've come here too, Forename. Somehow, I had sensed that we would meet during the Rising.

To look back upon the past that it may never fade while fixing one's gaze upon the future... 'Tis a mortal practice that I cherish.

I too have much to remember this time of year, but above all, I find myself remembering my fellow Twelve. For I bear their hopes in my heart as I continue my journey.

Baby Opo-opo

Ook! Ook!

Ayoyo, Dorathia, and R'tcha

R'tcha

I want to learn how to play a musical instrument too!

Dorathia

Why not? When ye get good, ye can perform fer Nimuili an' Bathu.

Ayoyo

I'm sure they'd like that.

A'nimuili and Bathu Molkoh

Must complete The Symphony of Life.

A'nimuili

Oh, it's you again. I owe you an apology─it seems you spent a good deal of time looking for me...

But thanks to you, I was able to reconnect with Bathu. We've talked about all sorts of things, like what we did after the Calamity, what we intend to do now, and─of course─music!

By the by, you're called Forename, right? I'd heard the name before in rumors, but you couldn't possibly be that Forename...could you?

Bathu Molkoh

Forename! You won't believe this, but Nimuili has been far more reckless than I thought!

She's ventured deep into the wilds, even going to settlements that are far from friendly, simply to share music. Are all adventurers so heedless of danger?

...By your expression, I take it I'm grumbling to the wrong person. <sigh> I pity whoever it is that has to wait and worry while you're off risking life and limb.

Elezen Lancer and Lalafell Conjurer

Must complete The Symphony of Life.

Elezen Lancer

So, what shall we do next?

Lalafell Conjurer

Whatever it is, let's invite Nhagi and Nimuili!