As a passionate Final Fantasy enthusiast and veteran completist, I‘ve made it my quest to uncover all there is to know about FF16‘s vast array of over 60 hidden collectibles known as "curiosities." These intriguing scraps of lore expand on Rosaria‘s history, provide permanent gameplay bonuses, and bring life to the land‘s nooks and crannies.
Obtaining curiosities requires diligent exploration paired with unlocking specific quests and milestones. Some offer cryptic clues to uncover hidden caves or treasures while others reward the player for progressing central story beats. But compiling the full set is no easy feat, so I‘ve outlined everything necessary to claim these elusive prizes.
The Allure of FF16‘s Curiosities
Collecting curiosities allows veterans like myself to peel back Rosaria‘s layers revealing forgotten stories and artifacts lost to time. Piecing together these narrative breadcrumbs creates a profound sense of discovery and connection to the world.
On a gameplay level, curiosities provide significant benefits. Some expand Clive‘s inventory allowing him to carry more healing potions and remedies. Others grant access to secret bosses or unlock trophies tied to accumulation milestones. So grabbing every last one boosts strength and enables additional challenges.
| Curiosity Count | Reward |
|---|---|
| 22 | Hoard Trophy |
| 60 | With Two D‘s Trophy |
With such major incentives on top of the sheer joy of uncovering hidden history, curiosities capture the hearts of us completionist fans. And compiling the complete set stands as FF16‘s crowning achievement in my eyes.
Curiosities By Category
| Type | Description | Count |
|---|---|---|
| Story Items | Offer backstory and lore hints | 38 |
| Gameplay Upgrades | Expand inventory capacity | 5 |
| Trophies | Tied to Hoard and With Two D‘s | 22 + 60 |
| Orchestrion Rolls | Unlock background melodies | 16 |
This chart summarizes curiosities by category so collectors can better track their progress. Next I‘ll break down every individual entry detailing descriptions, locations, and the secrets they might unveil.
All FF16 Curiosities
Orchestrion Rolls
Mysterious orchestrion rolls make up over 25% of all curiosities. These tattered sheets of parchment contain instrumental melodies and cryptic titles. When played on an orchestrion device, they fill the air with musical energy.
| Name | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Tears | Haunting song with clues to Eikons | Hidden cave near Martha‘s Rest |
| Before the Storm | Ominous title hints at tragedy | Buy from NE merchant |
| Betrayal | Suggests painful storyline events | Purchase in Boklad |
I uncovered "Silver Tears" in a hidden cave shrouded in rumor mentioned earlier. Its place among destiny stones in the Circle of Malius orchestrion roll implies a connection to Rosen‘s upheaval. To me the song gives off a vibe of longing and loss.
Decoding Secret Meanings
The curious titles often hint at darker truths beneath FF16‘s epic fantasy veneer. "Betrayal" clearly references the wounds inflicted by those closest while "Before the Storm" forecasts impending chaos.
In terms of real world meaning, these orchestrion rolls seem to channel the sorrowful history of warfare and bloodshed in our own nations. Their melodies evoke themes of human cruelty but also perseverance and hope. Unlocking these secrets reminds that even fantasy holds a mirror to reality‘s darker half. For devoted fans like myself, pulling at these narrative threads is not just enthralling but profoundly moving.
Artifacts of Power
Several curiosities directly expand Clive‘s combat and exploratory prowess. As a hardcore action fan, these are the treasures I seek first to amplify my domination of Rosaria‘s dangers.
| Name | Effect | How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|
| Enhanced Potion Satchel | Adds 2 potion slots | Finish Weird Science side quest |
| Treated Potion Satchel | +4 more potion slots | Complete Weirder Science side quest |
| Medicine Chest | Grants permanent HP regen | Gift from Tarja after certain point in main quest |
These expanded satchels let Clive carry more curative tonics, remedies, and ethers to battle the relentless foes ahead. And the Medicine Chest‘s gradual HP restoration helps counter damage between fights. With these tools in my possession, no beast nor battalion can stand before my skillful blade!
Worldbuilding Lore Items
As an devout scholar of Final Fantasy‘s grand narratives, curiosities that unveil hidden details of Rosaria‘s history and people offer irresistible temptation. I‘ve compiled those providing the juiciest lore revelations here:
| Name | Lore Revealed |
|---|---|
| Circle of Malius | Depicts legend of the Eikons‘ creator |
| Guardian‘s Scarf | Held dear by Duchy loyalists |
| Archduke‘s Testament | Foretells coming storm of war |
The archduke‘s ominous words sent a chill down my spine even on parchment. They echo the warnings of so many tragedies in reality‘s past. Yet glimmers of light such as the guardian‘s scarf symbolizing fellowship still kindle hope‘s fire even in fantasy realms.
These narrative relics make the world feel alive in a way no mere environment can match. They add emotional gravity and a sense of significance to the grand events unfolding. For us cosmic story junkies, these curiosities are the fabric weaving vibrant, philosophical tapestries across FF16‘s spectacular vistas.
Hunting Every Last Curiosity
I‘ve trekked the full expanse of Rosaria gathering insights on all 60+ curiosities available. Now I pass the torch so fellow fans can reap the same narrative and gameplay rewards.
Refer to my organized cheat sheets indexing curiosities by category and focus on the orchestra rolls or relics calling your name. Before long you‘ll compile the complete set earning Rosaria‘s gratitude and that sweet platinum trophy shine.
Then perhaps one day we‘ll meet at Martha‘s Rest to toast our triumphs with a pint of winter mead. Until then, stay curious my friends! Destinal truths and upgrade treasures await just over the next hillside.
