Hello dear friend. Due to the holiday season being so hectic I wasn't able to sit down with any planned guests for November. So instead I am uploading the audio from my panel at this year's Aethercon. Titled "You already roleplay. You just don't know it yet." this panel is about people's conceptions around roleplay, why they may be nervous to rolep…

We had the best of intentions when we cleared out the traps and critters from this Belah'dian temple to Azeyma. All we accomplished though was fostering a false sense of security - which was promptly shattered when some opportunistic tomb robbers blundered into the temple. Now, another round of wards and wardens has cropped up, trapping the lead re…

Tune in as we get caught up with all of the info released for Patch 7.1!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

One more live letter before patch 7.1 comes out! This was a pretty interesting live letter so we ended up with a lot to talk about again. If you were following along with our story recap, and still not done with Dawntrail, there's a ton of spoilers in here. We're mostly sorting out the information dropped at the live letter, but do discuss in-game …

Capitalizing on our loss of the Blessing of Light, the Ascians take the battle to our inner sanctum. Now is the time to put our Ascian-killing theories to the test. Join us for the conclusion to the Final Fantasy 14 patch 2.5 MSQ! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv https://…

We're back on the story beat! Also we talk a bit about the Korean fan festival news, and get up to our usual rambling shenanigans. Mostly story though! It wasn't really our plan to be doing Dawntrail story recap about 4 months after it released, but here we are. Spoilers ahead for the story up to just before the first trial, and some accidental lig…

Refusing to let Midgardsormr get us down, we get right back on our feet and take the offensive to some imperials. Meanwhile, Moenbryda brings a prototype of her Aetheric Siphon into the field for some tests. But! Things go awry with the appearance of an uninvited interloper. Join us as we continue with the Final Fantasy 14 patch 2.5 main story! You…

Tune in as we catch up with news from the newly opened Patch 7.1 Special Site and talk about the recently held GATEway FATE in St. Louis!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Warning: This episode contains strong use of thunder and storm sounds. If this is triggering for you please click to another episode of Coffee & Carbuncles. Hello dear friend. Welcome to my café. I was hoping you would come today. You see, I found a special book buried deep within The Palace of the Dead. A book I have been very excited to delve int…

We return to the main scenario quest, kicking off patch 2.5! After yet more drama with the Blades, we are thrust into an existential crisis; courtesy of the Keeper of the Lake. What is a lightless Warrior of Light to do? Join us as we continue with the FFXIV A Realm Reborn main scenario! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnf…

Crystaahhl and Adeen join the team today to talk about the experiences of women in our gaming communities. We keep it light, but we're also going get real here, so steel yourself for not Drama, but Trauma.Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

At last House Durendaire is prepared to retake the Stone Vigil! This is what they've been training for. But, they may need a little help - in the form of the Warrior of Light and their three closest friends. Join us as we crash through this FFXIV hard dungeon like a cannonball! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail…

We're finally back! It's been a long time in the "mostly not REAL internet" desert for Lili, but she has das fiber and we can record again. We're taking a break from story recap (which, yikes, yeah we know!) to talk about our reactions to the 7.1 live letter (the first one, anyway). Lots of good news, including some housing relief, and exciting new…

Hildibrand's adventures come to a head with a showdown against the Phantom Thief. Friends will become foes and foes will become... lovers? A labyrinthine plot awaits us in the finale to our A Realm Reborn Hildy series! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is a r…

It's time to sort through the surprises and certainties of Live Letter LXXXIII with our guest Del! Also, Fusion talks about FFXI again. Whaaaat?!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

The Phantom Thief has set their sights upon the prize of the Mythril Cup gladiatorial tournament. Inspector Hildibrand has hastened to intervene, but will his gentlemanly style be enough to secure his victory? Foul deeds and fowl play are afoot in this contest. Join us for part 4 of the A Realm Reborn Hildibrand saga! You can reach us at: https://d…

Hildibrand returns in A Case of Indecency! The phantom thief seeks to steal the virtue of the legendary beauty known as the Lapis Maiden. The maiden is soon to be betrothed at a Costa del Sol ceremony. We seek to catch the thief before he sours the ceremony, but we'll soon learn that this isn't the only foul play in the arranged union. Join us as w…

Tune in this week as we're joined by Pet Food Alpha Alum Squigglicious to talk about Echoes of Vana'diel!Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

Tune in this week as we're joined by Pet Food Alpha Alum Squigglicious to talk about Echoes of Vana'diel!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Tune in this week as we talk about what we would like to see out of Patch 7.1!Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

Tune in this week as we talk about what we would like to see out of Patch 7.1!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Hildibrand returns in the Case of the Three Collectors! As we struggle to capture the weapon thief, Hildibrand struggles against a new nemesis: Intruding Inspector Briardien. Join us for armament intrigue and family needs in this continuation of the Hildibrand saga! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www…

The Hildibrand saga begins! Our hapless Warrior of Light becomes enmeshed in the bizarre reality of Inspector Hildibrand and his ever-growing entourage as he tracks down a blade-snatching duelist. Suspend your disbelief and pack a spare coatee (or two!) for The Case of The Immaculate Deception. You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj pod…

Tune in this week as Lythi joins us once again as we go over all the latest news including info from Gamescom and PAX West 2024!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Tune in this week as Lythi joins us once again as we go over all the latest news including info from Gamescom and PAX West 2024!Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

Do you wish you could better use the market board in Final Fantasy XIV? Do you ever want to get items cheaper on other serves but hate having to jump from server to server to double check prices? What if a service existed that did that for you? Today I am joined by the owner of Eorzea's best market board resource, Karashiiro. Kara owns and maintain…

It's another side dungeon, by the onion! The tropical face of Hullbreaker Isle conceals HUGE secrets about a major figure. Krak open the true identity of Mistbeard with us in this FFXIV side story. You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark o…

The Aetheryte Radio crew hangs out and celebrates the show's 15th anniversary with a round of maps and *spoiler* filled Dawntrail discussion!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

The Aetheryte Radio crew hangs out and celebrates the show's 15th anniversary with a round of maps and *spoiler* filled Dawntrail discussion!Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

The Eye has been kidnapped by Estiniens. Are you a bad enough Dragoon to rescue the Eye of Nidhogg? You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Music from #Uppbeat …

We're taking our sweet time breaking down the Dawntrail story, so this week we've got another spoiler-filled episode covering what we're calling the level 93 quests. Koana develops a sudden personality, Wuk Lamat somehow gets lost on a fifty foot walk, and we think you shouldn't name towns after, you know, things that destroy them. Like fire. So Ma…

Previously we entered the Wanderer's Palace on a Tonberry-slaying mission, but now we are on a Tonberry-saving mission! No sooner had we freed the creatures from their rancor than a band of Mamool Ja entered the palace to capture and kill those same Tonberries. We will not let this stand, by the onion! Join us for a Tonberry rescue in the hard vers…

We finally close out patch 2.4's story with A LOT of cutscenes. Plots and counterplots are cooking as we approach the end of Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. © SQUA…

More Dawntrail story time! Beware of spoilers up to somewhere in the level 92 range of the main story quests. We're talking just a tiny bit about what we're up to in the game, but not spending too much time on the new raids or savage at this time. We're pretty focused on making some headway through the story as we climb to various places in unortho…

​Lythi joins us for a chat about the latest Savage Raid tier's world race AND the news from the Chinese FFXIV Fanfest!Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

​Lythi joins us for a chat about the latest Savage Raid tier's world race AND the news from the Chinese FFXIV Fanfest!Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Now that we got The Ivy, it's time to get Shiva! ...As soon as we solve this missing aetheryte problem. Joining us on this adventure will be a special guest from Sharlayan! We look forward to a long and productive collaboration with them. In this episode, we continue with the lengthy patch 2.4 main scenario quest in Final Fantasy 14. You can reach …

Do you love Fashion in Final Fantasy XIV? Have you been wanting to step up your fashion game? Does the phrase "Fashion is the true end game" sound like you?Regardless of if you casually put together a glamour or two, or if you regularly compete in glamor contests, you won't want to miss this episode. Today I am joined by the owner of Eorzea's favor…

It's time for The Ivy to get trimmed! Evidence be damned, we'll make our move. Also, there is HUGE news in Garlemald! Join us for some light international intrigue in this continuation of the A Realm Reborn patch 2.4 MSQ. You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is …

Just before the next Savage tier drops, we talk about the first tier of The Arcadion normal! Be wary of a few stray spoilers and much mechanic discussion.Av Michelle "Xenedra" Folts

Just before the next Savage tier drops, we talk about the first tier of The Arcadion normal! Be wary of a few stray spoilers and much mechanic discussion.Av Final Fantasy XIV – Gamer Escape: Gaming News, Reviews, Wikis, and Podcasts

We follow the Patch 7.0 Notes and discuss our Dawntrail experiences, is Dawntrail too difficult discussion, Patch 7.01 Notes, Dawntrail Promotional Site Updated, Free Game Time for Early Access Issues, Upcoming Job Adjustments, Yoshida at Japan Expo 2024, FFXIV at gamescom 2024, High-Precision Artwork, Scions & Sinners Arrangement Album on Streamin…

We’re back after taking a few weeks off for summer vacationing! That also means we’re diving into our review of Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, complete with story spoilers! If you haven’t gotten through the new story yet, our written review is spoiler free so you can still check out our overall thoughts on Dawntrail without…

We’re back after taking a few weeks off for summer vacationing! That also means we’re diving into our review of Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, complete with story spoilers! If you haven’t gotten through the new story yet, our written review is spoiler free so you can still check out our overall thoughts on Dawntrail without…

We're starting out on our journey through the Dawntrail story (MSQ). We'll have plenty of spoilers for the initial city quests, and one of the starter zones here. We've also got stories to tell about the "limited supply" of infinitely reproducible digital items (another Square collaboration with question results). It looks like we're going to be un…

We pick up the trail of Lady Iceheart, attempting to stop her from summoning Shiva. The heretics are dug in across Coerthas though, and we struggle to keep up with their schemes. Join us as we continue with the patch 2.4 main scenario in Final Fantasy XIV! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.c…

As the main scenario approaches Heavensward, we finally get some serious Ishgard action! Alphinaud is granted an audience with a high ranking official after being ignored countless times. If the cloistered nation is willing to negotiate though, they are sure to ask a heavy price. Join us as we continue on with the Final Fantasy 14 main scenario que…

We take a break from A Realm Reborn to binge on Dawntrail! This week we chat about our early impressions of the new expansion. Spoilers for the first two zones only! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Podreturnffxiv FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.…

The wait is finally over! This is a no-spoilers episode, we're still unpacking our entry into Dawntrail after the early access period and first launch day. There's a bunch to discuss and unpack, from graphics to glamours to the (relatiely) smooth launch. Some discussion about story structure and presentation, but reall, no spoilers! Pan is overly c…

It's been a long time since we've visited the longstop, but our favorite goblin is in a bind and needs our help! Never mind that this is a problem of her own making. Join us as we face down the enigmatic goblin Illuminati. The cheese wants to be free! You can reach us at: https://discord.gg/SUHTBVMVxj podreturnffxiv@gmail https://www.patreon.com/Po…