Locations of All Aether Currents in FFXIV The Tempest
A complete guide to unlocking flying in The Tempest. Includes the split map details (Upper vs Lower), coordinates, and maps for Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers.The Tempest is the final zone of the base Shadowbringers expansion. It is a vast underwater cavern divided into two distinct elevations. You will explore the upper caves (The Norvrandt Slope) at Level 79, but the ocean floor is locked until the climax of the story.
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 jump down the cliffs to reach the bottom; you will hit invisible walls or die.
| Coordinates | Location Description | Zone Area |
|---|---|---|
| X:28.9, Y:7.3 | Far Northeast, in the coral cave. | The Norvrandt Slope (Lvl 79) |
| X:22.9, Y:11.3 | On a ridge overlooking the Ondo Cups. | The Ondo Cups (Lvl 79) |
| X:32.4, Y:16.6 | East side, near the drop-off. | The Ondo Cups (Lvl 79) |
| X:5.4, Y:19.5 | West side, on the ocean floor. | The Caliban Gap (Lvl 80) |
Quest Aether Current Locations
Most side quests are located in The Ondo Cups, but the final quests are in the secret city on the ocean floor.
| Quest Name | Start NPC & Location | Prerequisite Quest |
|---|---|---|
| Koal of the Cups (Lvl 79) | Naroshs Koal, The Ondo Cups (X:32, Y:16) | Unlock: MSQ "Waiting in the Depths" |
| Community Cohesion (Lvl 80) | Patronizing Amaurotine, The Macarenses Angle (X:9, Y:28) | Unlock: MSQ "A City of the Ancients" |
| Responsible Creation (Lvl 80) | Bureau Attendant, The Macarenses Angle (X:13, Y:27) | Unlock: MSQ "A City of the Ancients" |
| Debate and Discourse (Lvl 80) | Loquacious Amaurotine, The Macarenses Angle (X:7, Y:31) | Unlock: MSQ "A City of the Ancients" |
| Shadowbringers (Lvl 80) | Alisaie, The Macarenses Angle (X:16, Y:30) | Main Scenario Quest Completing the final 5.0 quest unlocks flying. |
Essential Tips for The Tempest
- Be Patient: If you are Level 79, you cannot reach the ocean floor. Finish the Kholusia storyline first, then the story will bring you down to the bottom.
- The Secret City: The quest givers for the Level 80 quests are ghosts located in the final area. They only appear after specific story moments.
Embarking on this quest is an invitation to witness the truth of the world. From the dark depths of the Ondo to the illuminated streets of Amaurot, every discovery brings you closer to the grand finale.
Useful Links
Mastering Final Fantasy XIV: A Comprehensive Guide to Eorzea
