Locations of All Aether Currents in FFXIV Kholusia
A complete guide to unlocking flying in Kholusia. Includes the zone split details, coordinates, and quest requirements for Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers.Kholusia is a zone defined by a massive vertical cliff that separates the island. You will explore the southern coastal region upon arriving in Shadowbringers (Level 70), but the northern plateau (home to the Dwarves) is inaccessible until you return much later in the story (Level 78).
Since the Endwalker update (Patch 6.0), the number of field currents has been reduced to 4. You will need to find these 4 field currents and complete 5 quests to unlock flying.
Field Aether Current Locations (The "Green Orbs")
Use your Aether Compass (Collection Menu) to verify these locations. Do not try to climb the cliff manually; you must wait for the Great Ship elevator to be activated in the story.
| Coordinates | Location Description | Zone Level |
|---|---|---|
| X:34.7, Y:9.8 | Northeast coast, inside the factory ruins. | Lower (Lvl 70) |
| X:7.4, Y:34.2 | Far Southwest, near the Gateway. | Lower (Lvl 70) |
| X:20.3, Y:21.1 | On a small cliff near White Oil Falls. | Upper (Lvl 78) |
| X:34.4, Y:32.6 | Southeast corner of the upper plateau. | Upper (Lvl 78) |
Quest Aether Current Locations
Quests are also split by elevation. You can do the first quest early, but the rest require reaching the Dwarf village of Tomra.
| Quest Name | Start NPC & Location | Prerequisite / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Village of Woe (Lvl 70) | Eueliss, Wright (X:15, Y:28) | Unlock: MSQ "A Paradise for the Taking" |
| A Disagreeable Dwarf (Lvl 78) | Beott, Tomra (X:12, Y:9) | Unlock: MSQ "A Breath of Respite" |
| Fugitive of Fear (Lvl 78) | Zumie-Shai, Tomra (X:18, Y:17) | Unlock: MSQ "A Breath of Respite" |
| A Plankless Task (Lvl 78) | Thenoise, Tomra (X:15, Y:29) | Unlock: MSQ "A Breath of Respite" |
| Extinguishing the Last Light (Lvl 79) | Chai-Nuzz, The Ladder (X:15, Y:30) | Main Scenario Quest Completing this rewards the final current. |
Essential Tips for Kholusia
- Don't Rush the Cliff: If you are Level 70-77, you simply cannot reach the northern half of the map. Focus on the main story until you build the Talos elevator.
- Wright: Ensure you grab the quest in Wright (Village of Woe) early on so you don't have to backtrack later.
Embarking on this quest is an invitation to explore the duality of Kholusiaโfrom the impoverished coast to the heights of Mt. Gulg. Every discovery brings you closer to mastering the skies.
Useful Links
Mastering Final Fantasy XIV: A Comprehensive Guide to Eorzea