How to Travel to Your Island Sanctuary

The long-awaited Island Sanctuary of Final Fantasy XIV has been finally released, allowing Warriors of Light to travel to and customize their own islet. While many draw comparisons to the Serenitea Pot of Genshin Impact, the sanctuary’s system does hold its own identity, with features and mechanics unique to the world of Hydaelyn. To unlock the Island Sanctuary in Final Fantasy XIV, players must complete a short quest chain called “Seeking Sanctuary,” which becomes available after completion of the Endwalker expansion. However, some fans might be confused about how they can return to their island after they’ve left, as there is no option in the UI’s menus.

Traveling To The Island Sanctuary In Final Fantasy XIV

To travel to the Island Sanctuary in Final Fantasy XIV, players must speak with Baldin, an NPC in Lower La Noscea located at the coordinates: (X:24.9, Y:34.8). Players will have encountered this character during “Seeking Sanctuary” but might not have realized he is the primary way to get back and forth from the Island Sanctuary.

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