How do I reach the underwater Aether Currents?

You unlock the ability to dive underwater by completing the Level 63 Main Scenario Quest 'In Soroban's Thrall'. Once unlocked, press Ctrl+Space (or Circle/B on controller) while flying or swimming to dive.

How many Aether Currents are in The Ruby Sea?

There are 9 total Aether Currents in The Ruby Sea: 4 Field Currents (Green Orbs) and 5 Quest Currents.

Which quest unlocks flying in The Ruby Sea?

Flying is unlocked after completing the Level 63 Main Scenario Quest 'Tide Goes in, Imperials Go Out'.

Locations of All Aether Currents in FFXIV The Ruby Sea

A complete guide to unlocking flying in The Ruby Sea. Includes the underwater current locations, coordinates, and maps for Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood.

The Ruby Sea is the first zone where underwater exploration plays a major role. You will not be able to gather all currents until you unlock the ability to dive via the Level 63 MSQ.

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. Pay attention to whether the current is on the surface or underwater.

Coordinates	Location Description	Type
X:21.9, Y:9.0	North of Isari, on the rocky ramparts.	Surface
X:29.9, Y:38.8	Far South, near the volcano and ruins.	Surface
X:5.3, Y:26.1	West of Onokoro, on the small island.	Surface
X:35.5, Y:20.5	Underwater: Near the entrance to the Shisui of the Violet Tides dungeon.	Underwater

Quest Aether Current Locations

You can start unlocking quests as soon as you arrive, but the final quests require diving ability.

Quest Name	Start NPC & Location	Prerequisite / Notes
The Price of Betrayal (Lvl 62)	Yusui, Isari (X:31, Y:37)	Unlock: MSQ "Confederate Consternation"
Pulling Double Booty (Lvl 62)	Hansaku, The Confederates (X:23, Y:9)	Unlock: MSQ "Confederate Consternation"
The Sword in the Stone (Lvl 63)	Slender Kojin, Tamamizu (X:27, Y:16)	Underwater Unlock: MSQ "The Lord of the Revel"
The Palace of Lost Souls (Lvl 63)	Kurenai, Sui-no-Sato (X:20, Y:20)	Underwater Unlock: MSQ "The Lord of the Revel"
Tide Goes in, Imperials Go Out (Lvl 63)	Alisaie, Isari (X:6, Y:11)	Main Scenario Quest Completing this unlocks flying.

Essential Tips for The Ruby Sea

Diving: If you see a quest marker underwater on your map (like Tamamizu or Sui-no-Sato), you cannot access it until you complete the ritual in the Main Scenario.
Isari: The village of Isari is where the final MSQ for flying starts. Ensure you have gathered all other currents before heading there to finish the zone.

Embarking on this quest is an invitation to explore the depths. From the pirate lords of the Confederacy to the underwater domes of the Raen, every discovery brings you closer to mastering the seas and skies.