Locations of All Aether Currents in FFXIV Sea of Clouds
A complete guide to unlocking flying in The Sea of Clouds. Includes the split zone details (Cloudtop vs. Ok' Zundu), coordinates, and maps for Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward.The Sea of Clouds is a unique zone because you visit it at two very different points in the Heavensward story. You will explore the eastern islands (Camp Cloudtop) at Level 50, but the vast majority of the map (Ok' Zundu) is locked until Level 57.
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 fly across the gap between the two halves of the map; you must wait for the story airship.
| Coordinates | Location Description | Zone Area |
|---|---|---|
| X:25.4, Y:38.9 | Southeast corner of the map. | Voor Sian (Lvl 50) |
| X:27.5, Y:27.7 | Northern edge of the starting area. | Camp Cloudtop (Lvl 50) |
| X:32.6, Y:19.0 | In the Blue Window area (Vanu territory). | Blue Window (Lvl 57) |
| X:9.6, Y:14.6 | Behind the Vanu Chief's tent structure. | Ok' Zundu (Lvl 57) |
Quest Aether Current Locations
Quests are also split by level. You can complete the first one immediately upon arrival, but the rest require reaching Level 57.
| Quest Name | Start NPC & Location | Prerequisite / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clipped Wings (Lvl 50) | Laniaitte, Camp Cloudtop (X:17, Y:37) | Unlock: MSQ "Into the Blue" |
| Honoring the Past (Lvl 56) | Ganu Vali, Ok' Zundu (X:10, Y:14) | Unlock: MSQ "Bolt, Chain, and Island" |
| Flying the Nest (Lvl 57) | Laniaitte, Camp Cloudtop (X:17, Y:37) | Unlock: MSQ "Sleepless in Ok' Zundu" |
| Sleepless in Ok' Zundu (Lvl 57) | Sonu Vanu, Ok' Zundu (X:9, Y:14) | Unlock: MSQ "Bolt, Chain, and Island" |
| Into the Blue (Lvl 57) | Cid, The Blue Window (X:33, Y:22) | Main Scenario Quest Completing this unlocks flying. |
Essential Tips for Sea of Clouds
- Be Patient: If you are Level 50-56, you cannot complete this zone. Focus on the main story in Coerthas Western Highlands and Dravanian Forelands first. The story will bring you back here later.
- Laniaitte's Quests: Check back with Laniaitte at Camp Cloudtop often. Her quest "Flying the Nest" only appears after you have progressed deep into the Vanu Vanu storyline.
Embarking on this quest is an invitation to soar among the floating islands. From the imperial outpost of Cloudtop to the tribal lands of the Vanu, every discovery brings you closer to mastering the skies.
Useful Links
Mastering Final Fantasy XIV: A Comprehensive Guide to Eorzea
