What are Variant Dungeons: Criterion And

Learn about Variant Dungeons in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, including how to unlock them, their unique mechanics, and the rewards you can earn.

Variant Dungeons are a new type of dungeon introduced in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, designed for Level 90 players who have completed the Endwalker storyline. They can be played solo or with up to three friends, with difficulty scaling based on the number of players. A unique feature is the ability to change classes within the dungeon, a departure from traditional deep dungeons.

These dungeons offer branching paths that change based on player actions, which also influence boss mechanics. There are 12 lore entries to collect within each dungeon, requiring multiple runs to find them all. Collecting all lore entries rewards players with a mount.

To unlock Variant Dungeons, players must first complete the Endwalker storyline. Afterward, they need to speak with Osmon at Old Sharlayan (X:12 Y:13.4) to begin the 'A Key to the Past' side quest, which guides players through the unlocking process.

Variant Dungeons Available:

• The Sil’dihn Subterrane (Item Level 575, 1-4 Players)

Variant Actions:

• Variant Cure: Restores target's HP for 14,000 HP (Tank, Melee DPS, Physical Ranged DPS, Magical Ranged DPS).
• Variant Ultimatum: Places yourself at the top of nearby enemies’ enmity list and increases enmity generation (Tank, Healer, Physical Ranged DPS, Magical Ranged DPS, Melee DPS).
• Variant Raise: Resurrects target to a weakened state (Tank, Physical Ranged DPS, Magical Ranged DPS, Melee DPS).
• Variant Spirit Dart: Deals damage over time to target and all enemies nearby it (Tank, Healer).
• Variant Rampart: Reduces damage taken by 20% (Healer, Physical Ranged DPS, Magical Ranged DPS, Melee DPS).

Variant Dungeon Rewards:

• Silkie mount: Collect 12 The Sil’dihn Subterrane Lore Entries.
• Sil’dihn Potsherd: Defeat any Boss.
• Gold Saucer Card: Defeat any Boss.
• Umbrella Fashion Accessory: Defeat any Boss.