FF16 A Hill To Die On Location And Quest Guide
In Final Fantasy XVI, tracking down optional Notorious Marks is one of the best ways to earn valuable crafting materials, experience, and Gil. Among the various Rank B bounties featured on the Hunt Board, "A Hill to Die On" sends players searching for a massive, heavily armored creature known as Fastitocalon. Finding this beast requires exploring the vast desert region of Dhalmekia after advancing far enough in the main story.
Unlocking the A Hill to Die On Hunt
To unlock the "A Hill to Die On" bounty, players must first progress through the main scenario until reaching the quest titled "Riddle of the Sands". Once this milestone is reached, visiting Nektar the Moogle at the Hideaway's Hunt Board will reveal the notice. The notice warns travelers of a dangerous giant shell terrorizing merchants along the desert routes.
How to Find Fastitocalon in the Velkroy Desert
Locating Fastitocalon requires fast traveling to the Velkroy Desert Obelisk in the Dhalmekian Republic. From the waypoint, ride your Chocobo northeast toward the eastern border of the desert dunes. Nestled in an isolated dead-end corner of the sands, you will spot what looks like a large boulder sitting quietly. Approaching the giant creature will immediately trigger the battle sequence.
Combat Strategy and Weaknesses
Fastitocalon relies heavily on its defensive shell and surprising mobility to overwhelm unprepared players. Direct sword strikes against its hard shell will bounce off, so Clive should aim all frontal attacks directly at its head. Watch out for its Water Cannon beam and shell spinning rush, both of which can be sidestepped with precise dodges. Utilizing stagger-focused Eikonic abilities during openings allows players to quickly break its willpower bar and unleash maximum damage.
Rewards for Defeating Fastitocalon
Slaying Fastitocalon earns players substantial rewards, including 1,100 XP, 65 Ability Points, 10,000 Gil, and 20 Renown. Additionally, the defeat yields two pieces of Scarletite, a crucial crafting material used to forge high-tier gear like the Drakeslayer's Belt and legendary weapons. Completing this hunt gets Clive one step closer to clearing all Notorious Marks across Valisthea.