Lightning Strikes
Lightning Strikes is a special promotional event that introduces the hero of Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII into A Realm Reborn. The event begins on November 14th 2013 and ends on December 9th 2013. The event is divided to 4 chapters. The first chapter begins on Thursday, November 14, 2013 and requires a character of level 12 or higher to participate. The second chapter begins on Saturday, November 16, 2013 and requires a character of level 26 or higher. Third chapter begins on Monday, November 18, 2013 and requires a character of level 38 or higher. The fourth chapter begins on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 and requires a character of level 45 or higher.
- Lightning Strikes event is set to return in February 2014, coinciding with the relase of Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII in North America and Europe.
- Items obtainable through this event were added to the Mog Station in 2016.
Chapter 1: For the Winsome
Required Level: 12 or above
Quest Prerequisites: None
Quest Location: Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks - Peter Winsome (x9,y12)
Date: November 14th 2013 - December 9th 2013
Description
- Get Quest from NPC South of Limsa Shard Plaza, Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks (x9,y12)
- Go to Quarterstone in Western La Noscea and look for the FATE "Tender Buttons" at (x32,y28). The FATE will spawn a large dodo-type creature.
- OR go to Three-malm Bend in Middle La Noscea and look for the FATE "Sister Crustacean" at (x16,y12). The FATE will spawn at the large X on the map (where the roads cross). The fate spawns giant crabs.
- One of the FATES will give you 2 Other Worldly Parcel. Note that players need to receive Gold or Silver rating on the FATE in order to receive the quest items.
- One Parcel is needed to complete the quest and awards you either Guardian Corps Gauntlets (female) or Bohemian's Gloves (male).
- Additional parcels can be spent at Vendor for Lightning Weapons which is to the left of original NPC quest giver. (9 Parcels are needed to complete the quest and purchase a weapon for each class.)
- Lightning does not show up at every spawn of these two FATES (possibly every other spawn); if she is present you'll see her talking as the FATE carries on.
Chapter 2: Seeking the Scoop
Required Level: 26 or above
Quest Prerequisites: Complete For the Winsome
Quest Location: Ul'dah - Steps of Nald - Dural Tharal (x11,y8)
Date: November 16, 2013 - December 9th 2013
Description
- Players can start the quest by talking to the NPC Dural Tharal at Ul'dah Steps of Nald (x11,y8)
- Players are required to defeat the Armored Beast FATE at Southern Thanalan (x20,y11)
- Players can also complete the Armored Beast FATE in Eastern Thanalan at (x28,y17), northeast of Highbridge.
- Note that players need to receive Gold or Silver rating on the FATE completion to receive the quest items.
- Players will receive the Guardian Corps Skirt (female) or Bohemian's Trousers (male) as quest reward.
Chapter 3: The Knight's Passage
Required Level: 38 or above
Quest Prerequisites: Complete Seeking the Scoop
Quest Location: Old Gridania - Kipih Jakkya (x10,y8)
Date: November 18, 2013 - December 9th 2013
Description
- Players can start this quest by talking to the NPC Kipih Jakkya in Old Gridania (x10,y8).
- Players are required to complete the FATE Lightning Strikes - Dread on Arrival. The FATE spawns in 2 locations: Coerthas Central Highlands (x30,y8) and (x15,y20).
- Note that players need to receive Gold or Silver rating on the FATE completion to receive the quest items.
- Players will receive the Guardian Corps Boots (female) or Bohemian's Boots (male) as quest reward.
Chapter 4: Wonder and Lightning
Required Level: 45 or above
Quest Prerequisites: Complete The Knight's Passage
Quest Location: Old Gridania - Kipih Jakkya (x10,y8)
Date: November 20, 2013 - December 9th 2013
Description
- Players can start this quest by talking to the NPC Kipih Jakkya in Old Gridania (x10,y8).
- Players are required to defeat the FATE Lightning Strikes - Anubys Assault. The FATE spawns in 2 locations in Mor Dhona: (x26,y12) and (x33,y11).
- After completing Anubys Assault, a second FATE named On Wings of Chaos spawns. Players must defeat the boss Aspect of Chaos.
- After completing Wings of Chaos, players are granted a Stunning Otherworldly Parcel. Players can return to Old Gridania and collect their awards. Females will receive the Guardian Corps Coat and Males will receive the Bohemian's Coat.
Rewards
After completing Chapter 1: For the Winsome, players will be able to access a new hairstyle when patch 2.1 releases.
Weapons
| Weapon | Icon | Level | Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mog's Staff |  |
13 | Thaumaturge |
| Grimoire Wing |  |
13 | Arcanist |
| Binding Rod |  |
13 | Conjurer |
| Star Seeker |  |
13 | Archer |
| Bladed Lance |  |
13 | Lancer |
| L'Cie Bardiche |  |
13 | Marauder |
| Vega Knuckles |  |
13 | Pugilist |
| Blazefire Saber |  |
13 | Gladiator |
Female Armor
| Armor | Icon | Level | Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian Corps Coat |  |
13 | Chest |
| Guardian Corps Gauntlets |  |
13 | Hands |
| Guardian Corps Skirt |  |
13 | Skirt |
| Guardian Corps Boots |  |
13 | Boots |
Male Armor
| Armor | Icon | Level | Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bohemian's Coat |  |
13 | Chest |
| Bohemian's Gloves |  |
13 | Hands |
| Bohemian's Trousers |  |
13 | Legs |
| Bohemian's Boots |  |
13 | Feet |
Lore
Adventurers Struck by Disbelief Taverns across Eorzea are abuzz with talk of a mysterious warrioress slaying creatures then vanishing as quickly as she appears. With rumors spread so far and fast, I thought this was perhaps the foretelling of another great adventurer, an heir to the warriors of light. Brief dialogues with those who have glimpsed upon her, however, have regrettably left me with more questions than answers.
When asked to describe her appearance, my informants swore that her garments were unlike anything ever to be woven or forged in the realm. More concerning, however, was her weapon—a strange blade that also serves as a firearm. Far be it from this humble scribe to question one who would protect Eorzea's people, but only the Garlean Empire has been known to wield weaponry of such bizarre form and function. Coupled with battle prowess said to leave even the most accomplished of adventurers in awe, one cannot help but wonder where her allegiance lies.
Under the assumption we are dealing with an adventurer whose exploits have remained unnoticed, I took it upon myself to consult with the Adventurer's Guild. Surely, I surmised, a heroine of such high caliber would have registered with the guild before running headlong into dangers unknown. And yet, no matter which branch of the Adventurer's Guild I visited, the answer was the same. No one in their records matches the description of this nameless crusader. With so much left unanswered, there is perhaps no better place to unravel this mystery than on the battlefields where she is said to appear. Stay alert on your travels, dear reader, that you may find the answer to the burning question on everyone's lips.
Petyr Winsome[1]