The Spectral Statice mount was released on Patch 6.51 of Final Fantasy XIV. The highlighted feature of this mount is the option to ride a faerie. To obtain this mount, you must complete all paths of the Aloalo Island Variant Dungeon. The things that you have to do to complete the paths can be really confusing at the beginning. In this guide, you will understand how to open the Spectral Statice Mount, and the rewards and skills that you obtain upon opening it. Before starting, it’s always advised that you buy FF14 Gil, which will assist you while starting out.
Unlocking Aloalo Island
There are a couple of things that you must meet if you wish to enter the Aloalo Island Variant Dungeon. You must have finished the MQS “A Satrap’s Duty”, possess any combat class of at least level 90, and have 605 average Final Fantasy XIV item level on hand. If you meet all three of these conditions, then you need to speak with Osmon in Old Sharlayan (X:12.0, Y:13.3). This will start a quest named “Stranger from Paradise.” When you finish this quest,the Aloalo Island dungeon will be unlocked.
Understanding Variant Dungeons
You can engage in Variant Dungeons in FFXIV solo or in a party of four players at most. The unique thing about Variant Dungeons is that Variant Dungeons have variable branching paths. Your decision has a direct impact on the route you follow, the bosses that you fight, and the reward you receive. You can choose from twelve paths in Aloalo Island, which have varied endings. When you have finished all twelve paths, you will receive the Spectral Statice mount.
Aloalo Conservation Record
You can check your progress through the Aloalo Conservation Record. First select Duty and then V&C Dungeon Finder. Here you can see all twelve routes. The ones you complete will be marked. The ones that are not marked are the ones you haven’t completed yet.
Detailed Overview of the Twelve Routes
Route 1: A Not-quite Deserted Island
Take the left path.
When Matsya asks you about fishing, tell him you should press on.
When you see Zeal-blind Zozone getting attacked by monsters, don’t interfere. This will slowly deplete his HP and he will run away.
Route 2: The First Settlers of Aloalo Island
Take the left path.
When Matsya asks you about fishing, tell him you should press on.
When you see Zeal-blind Zozone getting attacked by monsters, help him.
Route 3: God of Heaven and Sea
Take the left path.
When Matsya asks you about fishing, tell him to fish to his heart’s content.
Visit the pile of sand on the right and give Matsya the bait.
Route 4: A Noxious Gift
Take the left path.
When Matsya asks you about fishing, tell him to fish to his heart’s content.
Go to the rock mounds on the left and give the bait to Matsya.
Route 5: The Roots of Arcanima
Take the middle path.
Kill the crawlers and treants in any order. Make sure that they are not on the sigil on the floor.
Route 6: Under the Boughs of the Great Tree
Take the middle path.
Kill the crawlers and treants in any order. Make sure that they are not on the sigil on the floor.
After that, run through red flower bushes so that the armadillo-like rodents get scared and run away.
Route 7: A Dear Friend
Take the middle path.
Let the crawlers and treant enter the sigil on the floor.
Once you have both on the sigil, kill the treant first and then the crawlers.
In the last group of monsters, do not attack the miqo’te woman and let her run away.
Route 8: Fish for the Mind
Take the middle path.
Have the crawlers and treant enter the sigil on the ground.
After having both of them on the sigil, kill the treant first, followed by the crawlers.
In the final group of monsters, attack the miqo’te woman and let her run away.
Route 9: A Familiar History
Take the right path.
When Statice the pixie visits and speaks to you, accept her help.
Route 10: The Remnants of Faith
Take the right path.
When Statice the pixie visits and speaks to you, refuse her help. Keep refusing as long as she keeps speaking.
Carefully keep away from any treasures, and then pull the lever to move on.
Route 11: A Lalafell or a Fish?
Take the right path.
When Statice the pixie visits and speaks to you, refuse her help. Keep refusing as long as she keeps speaking.
Go near the treasure, and then pull the lever to move on.
Route 12: Wellspring of Golden Memories
Take the right path.
When Statice the pixie visits and speaks to you, refuse her help. Keep refusing as long as she keeps speaking.
Stay clear of any treasures.
Perform rituals in front of the three statues:
Whale Statue:
Open chat and select Say mode.
Type “O messenger from beyond the horizon, hear me”
Circle clockwise twice around the statues.
Circle counterclockwise once.
Use the /dance emote.
Turtle Statue:
Open chat and select Say mode.
Type “O wayfarer of land and sea, hear me”.
Circle counterclockwise twice around the statues.
Use the /bow emote.
Sparrow Statue:
Open chat and select Say mode.
Type “O dancer of the skies, hear me”.
Use the /blowkiss emote.
Circle clockwise once around the statues.
Use the /dance emote.
When the rituals are over, a secret door will unlock. Kill the boss, obtain the statues, and put them on the pedestals – sparrow first, whale second, turtle third.
If you face any trouble completing any path, you can visit U7BUY and purchase Gils as well as better and upgraded Final Fantasy XIV items from there to give you an advantage.
Once you have completed all twelve routes, go to the Achievements tab and sort by recently completed achievements. You will find an achievement called “Good-willed Hunting” under the Dungeon section. Click on the “Claim” button, and just like that, the Spectral Statice Whistle is now yours.
Conclusion
Unlocking the Spectral Statice mount is a rewarding journey that showcases your mastery of Aloalo Island. Complete all 12 routes to earn this unique, enchanting faerie-themed mount in FFXIV.
