Follow this Final Fantasy IX walkthrough to complete the 'Another Trip to Lindblum' side quest, find the three special potions, and unlock key ATEs.
Walkthrough
- 1After the scene in the throne room, exit and view the My Hammer ATE. Take the elevator to the Mid Level and ride the air cab to the Business District.
- 2Enter the inn across from the air cab station, go upstairs, and give a letter to the moogle, Moodon.
- 3Back outside, head north to the next screen. On the left side, find the Sagittarius Stellazzio.
- 4Enter the house on the northern edge of the area to find chests containing a Remedy and an Elixir.
- 5Return outside and go to the screen with the shops. Speak to Alice, the item shop proprietor, and ask about the potion to receive the Beautiful Potion.
- 6Leave the Business District and head to the Theater District via the air cab.
- 7After arriving, head to the next screen and watch the scene with Kal and Wei, which triggers the automatic ATE called The Rally.
- 8Find the artist’s studio in the bottom right and go inside. Open the chest for a Lapis Lazuli.
- 9Ask the NPC inside about the potion, then go to the left side to find the Strange Potion.
- 10Exit the studio and descend the stairs for a scene with Cinna, who will hand over the Unusual Potion.
- 11Return to the hideout and loot the three chests for 970 Gil, 1273 Gil, and 4826 Gil.
- 12Return to the Business District. Before spending money, consider upgrading equipment: the Cypress Pile (Vivi's wand), Mantra Band, and Dark Hat are available.
- 13Ensure you have less than 50 Gil. Take the air cab back to Lindblum Castle (Upper Level).
- 14Return to Cid’s room and watch the scene. After exiting the conference room, an ATE called No Free Lunch will become available.
- 15Make sure you have under 50 Gil and return to the Business District (second screen, where the pickle lady is) for a scene. Zidane will give away his money, and Quina will rejoin your party.
- 16Go back to Lindblum Castle, take the elevator to the Base Level, and ride the trolley to the Serpent’s Gate.
- 17Follow the path to the dock area and board the ship, the Blue Narciss. This triggers the automatic ATE called Give Me My Money!.
Tips
- The ATE My Hammer is missable and required for the Movie Critic trophy/achievement. You can work on this now or wait until you pick up more chests later in Lindblum.
- Before viewing the No Free Lunch ATE, ensure you have less than 50 Gil.
- The next destination is the Black Mage Village, or you can proceed to The Desert Palace (1) page to continue the main story.
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