Job Quests: Reaper Guide
The Reaper is a new melee DPS job introduced in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, wielding a scythe and drawing power from the void. This job focuses on building up a resource called 'Soul' to unleash powerful attacks and entering a 'Death Des' state for increased damage. Reapers offer a unique playstyle that blends high-octane offense with a touch of dark aesthetic.
Mastering the Reaper involves understanding its core mechanics: managing Soul, utilizing your Enshroud ability effectively, and weaving in your various offensive and defensive skills. The job quests for the Reaper are essential for unlocking its full potential, introducing you to its abilities and lore as you progress through the Endwalker story.
Unlocking the Reaper
The Reaper job is unlocked by completing the level 70 quest 'The Killer Instinct' in Ul'dah. You must have at least one Disciple of War or Magic job at level 70 or higher to accept this quest. Upon completion, you will receive the Soul of the Reaper and begin your journey as this new job.
Reaper Job Quests Breakdown
The Reaper job quests guide you through learning the job's abilities and its place within the Endwalker narrative. Here's a general overview of the quests and what they entail:
- Level 70: The Killer Instinct - Unlocks the Reaper job.
- Level 70: The Harvest Begins - Introduces basic combos and the concept of Soul.
- Level 73: On the Hunt - Teaches you about your Voidsent companion and the Enshroud ability.
- Level 75: Dark Days - Focuses on managing Soul Gauge and using your enhanced abilities during Enshroud.
- Level 78: Thicker than Blood - Introduces more advanced rotations and the importance of timing your Enshroud.
- Level 80: The Killing Art - Culminates the job questline, solidifying your understanding of the Reaper's full potential and its role in the story.
Key Reaper Abilities and Mechanics
| Ability | Description | Gauge/Resource |
|---|---|---|
| Soul Gauge | Builds up through basic attacks. Used for powerful Soul abilities. | Soul Gauge |
| Enshroud | Transforms you into your Death Des, consuming Soul Gauge. Grants access to powerful Voidsent attacks. | Soul Gauge |
| Communio | A powerful finishing move used during Enshroud. | Soul Gauge |
| Gibbet/Gallows | Basic combo abilities that build Soul Gauge. | N/A |
| Umbral Soul | Generates Soul Gauge. | Soul Gauge |
Completing all of the Reaper job quests is essential for unlocking all of its abilities and traits, ensuring you are fully equipped to tackle the challenges of Endwalker content.