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Louder Than Words
Final Fantasy XVI

Louder Than Words

Follow our step-by-step guide to complete the 'Louder Than Words' main quest in Final Fantasy XVI, including finding villagers and defeating Chirada.

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Follow our step-by-step guide to complete the 'Louder Than Words' main quest in Final Fantasy XVI, including finding villagers and defeating Chirada.

Alright, let's get through this next part of the main quest, 'Louder Than Words.' It's not too tough, but there are a few things to keep an eye out for.

Walkthrough
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    First things first, you'll want to fast-travel to the Orabelle Downs Obelisk. This is your new fast travel point, so make a note of it.
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    From there, push on through the farmland. You'll run into some Royal Guards patrolling the area. Take them out – they're pretty standard enemies.
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    Keep pushing forward until you reach the area overlooking Lostwing. A cutscene will play where you and Cid scout the town from above. You'll notice it looks pretty abandoned.
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    After the cutscene, you and Cid will split up. Your objective now is to explore Lostwing. Head towards the church, which is on the other side of town. If you get turned around, just press in the left stick, and Torgal will point you in the right direction.
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    As you're heading to the church, you'll hear a child crying. As harsh as it sounds, you need to ignore it for now and keep moving towards the church.
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    Once you reach the church, head inside. A cutscene will trigger, showing Cid finding the missing villagers.
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    After that scene, you'll need to break down the church door. Speak with everyone inside, and then a guard will come in. He'll then sprint back to his group. You need to follow him.
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    Make your way through the short tunnel he goes through, which leads into the forest outside.
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    You'll find yourself in some farmland again, with more Royal Osfreys to deal with. Take them out as you go.
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    When you catch up to the guard, another cutscene will play. This time, Benedikta will show up and summon a wind boss named Chirada.
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    Defeat Chirada. Once you've handled the boss, you'll be able to move on to the next main quest, 'The Dead of Night.'
Tips
  • There are two chests hidden in Lostwing. One is on the road north of the church, on the right side of town near a shed. It contains 5x Bloody Hides.
  • The second chest is located behind the tavern and holds Black Blood. Make sure to grab these before you leave the area!
  • Progression to the next main quest, 'The Dead of Night.'

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