In this guide, we will analyze the key tips that will help you participate in this event faster and better and get the most experience and drops.
What is FATE
First of all, it is a dynamic event that starts in any random location of Eorzea and beyond.
Often these are:
- Fighting special monsters
- Protecting NPCs
- Collecting items
- Destroying bosses
Any player can take part in FATE, to do this you need to arrive at the location indicated in the event section and enter the specified territory.
Look for blue or purple icons on the game map, but remember that the event has a time limit and if you want to take part in FATE, then drop everything you are doing. The event will end when all tasks are completed, no matter how many players take part in it.
How to find FATE
There are several quick and effective ways to find FATE if you want to speed up your boost this way.
Searching on the map
- Press M or open the map through the game interface.
- Find the FATE icon, which will be indicated by a blue or purple circle.
- Hover your cursor to see a detailed description of the task, the required level and the remaining time or the number of enemies that are still alive.
- Head to the region as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to gain experience and cheap gil.
Using FATE Tracker
Sometimes you can find especially important FATEs in locations, such as Bozjan Southen Front. Often players write in general chats where the FATE has started, and you don’t even need to follow the events section to not miss important events. A kind and responsive community will help you.
FATE Types
There are several types of FATEs in total, which differ in difficulty and rewards for clearing them.
Regular FATEs
- Destroy monsters to the last one and only then the event will end.
- Boss battles are a great opportunity to gain experience and gil together with other players.
- NPC protection – accompany the NPC to the specified location and destroy enemies. The more players arrive at the location, the easier it will be.
- Look for and bring certain items, which are different each time.
Special FATEs
- Time-limited – such FATEs can start randomly and only under special circumstances and on certain days and hours.
- FATE in Bozjan Southern Front and Eureka – battles in special zones with the possibility of progression for all participants.
- Quest FATE – such events will lead you to designated areas through quests and introduce you to the FATE format and teach you how to interact with them correctly.
How to get rewards
The reward will be taken into account by several factors that are analyzed automatically by the game system.
Participation rating
The higher the player’s contribution, the more likely they are to receive a bronze, silver or gold reward.
- Bronze – minor contribution with killing a couple of monsters.
- Silver – killing monsters, helping accompanying NPCs, noticeable damage to the boss.
- Gold – tanking enemies, dealing large amounts of damage, healing allies.
Experience and currency
- EXP – a great option for a Final Fantasy boost for low-level players.
- Gil – in-game currency that can be spent on upgrading equipment.
- Company Seals – a special currency that can be spent in Grand Company on equipment, weapons and resources for your Chocobo.
- Wolf Makrs – can be obtained in rare FATE and spent on PVP items.
- Treasures and unique items – sometimes through FATE you can get treasure maps that will open up new activities for you and the potential for traveling for experience.
Unique rewards
- Mounts – sometimes you can get special mounts, such as Ixion from The Lochs.
- Costumes and armor sets of various quality.
- Bicolor Gamestones – currency from the Shadowbringers and Endwalker update.
How to farm FATE effectively
First, you need to choose a game zone depending on your level.
- 1-30 – Thanalan (Central and Northern), Shroud (South and East)
- 30-50 – Coenthas Central Highlands, Mor`done.
- 50-60 – Dravanian Forelands, Azys Lia.
- 60-70 – The Peaks, The Fringes.
- 70-80 – Lakeland, Amh Araeng.
- 80-90 – Garlemald, Thavnair.
Play in a group if possible, because you will be able to farm enemies more efficiently and quickly, strengthen each other and get a reserve of health and buffs.
Use mounts when necessary to overcome distances, because you will have limited time, and any mount will always be faster than your hero.
If you have already developed the main class, then during FATE you can use another one to develop it.
Tips for beginners
- Follow the suggested FATE level, if it is higher, then choose the level synchronization for yours.
- Use food and rest bonuses to increase your experience gain.
- Develop alternative classes through FATE – this is a very effective way for cheap leveling.
- It will be much easier for you if you play in a group and kill more monsters.
Conclusion
FATE is a spontaneous, but one of the best ways to quickly get experience for your activity in game locations and helping other players. All you need is to track the start of the event and quickly arrive at the desired point. Usually, players share this information among the community.
Don’t forget to use rest experience and other bonuses to increase experience gain and develop alternative classes.
FAQ
Is it worth paying attention to each FATE on the game map?
If you are nearby, or can quickly get to this point. This is a limited-time event and if you do not do it in 5 minutes, then it is better to continue your farm.
Is it possible to farm FATE solo?
Yes, your personal contribution is taken into account, which consists not only of damage, but also of assistance, so all Chocobos will have equal chances, but in a group, progress will be better.
What is the advantage of FATE over grinding?
Increased amount of experience earnings, the ability to develop alternative classes and a large number of monsters in a limited area. The ability to get weapons, armor and other useful items.