FFXIV Job Unlock: Pictomancer Guide

A step-by-step guide to unlocking the Pictomancer job in Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail.

Unlock Quick Facts
Quest Name	The Joy of Pictomancy
Starting NPC	Cheerless Hearer
Location	Old Gridania (X: 8.0, Y: 10.3)
Prerequisites	Level 80 Disciple of War/Magic & Dawntrail Expansion
Role	Magical Ranged DPS

FFXIV Job Unlock Quests: Pictomancer Unlock Guide

Step-by-Step Instructions

The Pictomancer is a Magical Ranged DPS job introduced in the Dawntrail expansion (Patch 7.0). It starts immediately at Level 80 and does not require a base class.

1. Reach Level 80

You must reach **Level 80** with any other Disciple of War or Magic job. You also need to have purchased and registered the Dawntrail expansion on your account.

2. Locate the Cheerless Hearer

Teleport to the main Aetheryte in **Old Gridania**. The NPC **Cheerless Hearer** is located near the Aetheryte Plaza at coordinates **X: 8.0, Y: 10.3**. Look for the blue quest marker.

3. Accept "The Joy of Pictomancy"

Speak to the NPC to begin the quest. You will meet with the legendary Pictomancer, Kupopo, who will teach you the arts.

You will be rewarded with:

Soul of the Pictomancer (Job Stone)
Weathered Brush (Level 80 Weapon)
Pictomancer's Attire Coffer (Level 80 Gear)

4. Equip Your Soul Crystal

Equip the **Soul of the Pictomancer** and the Brush to officially switch your job. You can now open the Attire Coffer to get your starting gear.

Why Play Pictomancer?

Pictomancer is a unique Caster DPS that uses a "Motif" system. You paint creatures, weapons, and landscapes on your canvas (which have cast times) and then bring them to life as powerful instant-cast spells. It offers high burst damage, vibrant visual effects, and raid buffs like "Starry Muse" that increase party damage.