The Rising Phoenix mount is one of many exclusive items that "Final Fantasy XIV" players can only get via a special event which in this case is the game's 10th anniversary.
To commemorate this celebration, you can get this for free but only if you finish a series of tasks. If you want to obtain this mount, here's what you need to do.
What is a Rising Phoenix Mount?
With more than 200 mounts to collect in "Final Fantasy XIV," you can't run out of options to use. Some of them are Griffin, Ceremony Chocobo, Coeurl, Starlight Bear, Nezha Chariot, Red Hare, and Magicked. Note that a few of them are not free and you need to purchase them from the online store.
However, there's a special mount that you can get for free and this is the Rising Phoenix mount which is iconic on its half-red, half-shiny silver feathers.
It's based on the mythical bird which rose from the ashes to complete its rebirth. Interestingly, this item can play retro in-game music from the main menu.
Is it Too Late to Get Rising Phoenix Mount in 'FFXIV?'
The Rising event started last Aug. 27, but according to Dot Esports, you have plenty of time to get this exclusive reward. It is expected that Rising Phoenix mount will be available until the release of Patch 6.5 which is around fall 2023.
How to Obtain Rising Phoenix Mount
To get started with the Rising event, you need to reach level 15. This is the only requirement that you should meet. Once you're done, you can speak to Kipih Jakkya to begin the "Siblings Rising" quest."
The NPC will tell you that you need to talk to three people. These characters include Bran, the Midlaner Rising Attendant, and the Highlander Adventurer.
To finish the first quest of the event, head to the Wandering Minstrel, then go back to Kipih Jakkya. This time, go to the Black Brush Station located at Central Thanalan.
The second part dubbed "What Drives Us" can be triggered when you speak to Kipih Jakkya again. Talk to Nhagi'a Jakkya by going to Sapphire Avenue Exchange.
After some cutscenes, you should find him near the Guild Atherite. Return to the Gold Court and talk to the Wandering Minstrel. You will receive a letter and return to Nhagi'a.
Once you're finished, talk to the Wandering Minstrel and have the opportunity of a lifetime to meet Naoki Yoshida, the Game Director. You will now receive the Rising Phoenix Whistle along with 10 Nymeia Potpourri consumables.
Here are the items you can purchase:
- The Land Reborn Orchestrion Roll (1,000)
- Pom from the Heavens Orchestrion Roll (1,000)
- The Rising Advertisement (2,000)
- Nymeia Potpourri (19)
- Magicked Prism (Flowers) (19)
- Meteor Shower (19)
- Heavenscracker (19)
- Realm Reborn Red (19)
- Magicked Prism (Meteor Survivor) (19)
The final task includes traveling to the Gold Court to talk with the Letter Forest Tender.
