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Welcome to IGN's Walkthrough for Final Fantasy XV. This guide will cover the ins and outs of the many chapters and missions found within that span the tale of Noctis and his Crownsguard friends. Inside, you'll find the recommended levels for every mission, rewards, and tips to take on the tough foes you'll encounter. For more information, consult the chapters below.
Final Fantasy 15 is divided up into many chapters, each of which span large areas to explore, and both main and side quests to undertake.
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Chapter 1: Departure
Chapter 1 begins the tale of Prince Noctis' journey to his wedding with Lady Lunafreya - although certain complications will leave him stuck the region of Leide.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Prologue | - | - |
| The Pauper Prince | 1 | 100 XP, Bronze Bangle |
| Hunter Becomes the Hunted | 1 | 150 XP |
| The Mutant Marauder | 2 | 200 XP |
| The Errand Prince | 2 | 50 XP |
| A Gentleman's Agreement | 3 | 300 XP |
| Ill Tidings | 4 | 350 XP |
Chapter 2: No Turning Back
After a startling turn of events, Chapter 2 resumes with Noctis making new plans in Leide, and dealing with the rising threat of Imperials.
| Quest | Reccomended Level | Rewards |
| Legacy | 5 | 400 XP |
| The Power of Kings | 6 | 500 XP |
| Declaration of War | 8 | 600 XP |
Chapter 3: The Open World
With Chapter 3 comes the new land of Duscae to explore, and the added danger and grand scope that comes with it.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Burden of Expectation | 10 | 1,500 XP, Magic Flask |
| The Sword in the Waterfall | 19 | 2,500 XP |
| The Way of Gods and Kings | - | 500 XP |
Chapter 4: Living Legend
In Chapter 4, you'll make your way to the center of Duscae, to the home of the mysterious meteor known as Cauthess Disc - and uncover the mysteries within.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| A Dubious Drive | - | 500 XP, Beast Whistle |
| Onward to the Disc | 20 | 1,000 XP |
| The Archaean | 20 | 2,000 XP |
| The Trial of Titan | 20 | 3,000 XP, Mark of the Archaean |
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Chapter 5: Dark Clouds
In Chapter 5, the imperials of Niflheim haven taken notice to your exploits, and try to trap you in Duscae while Noctis goes on the hunt for the blessings of the Gods.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| The Hexatheon's Blessings | 21 | 1,000 XP |
| The Trial of Ramuh | 22 | 1,000 XP, Mark of the Fulgurian |
| Engaging the Empire | 23 | 3,000 XP |
Chapter 6: A Way Forward
In Chapter 6, Noctis and the crew will make for Cape Caem to find a way across the waters to Altissia, but a certain empire stronghold will need to be dealt with first.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| All Set to Sail | 25 | 1,000 XP |
Chapter 7: Party of Three
In Chapter 7, Noctis' band will be down to three as the group seeks to find Mythril Ore at the Vesperpool so that their boat can be repaired.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Party of Three | 27 | 3,000 XP |
Chapter 8: Seaworthy
In Chapter 8, With the mythril ore in hand, Noctis travels back to Lestallum to get the ore treated - but not before resolving a dire situation at the power plant.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| A Precious Source of Power | 27 | 500 XP. Mythril Component |
| A Brave New World | 29 | 1,000 XP, Magic Flask |
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Chapter 9: Callings
In Chapter 9, Noctis finally arrives at the city of Altissia to seek the Hydraean and earn its favor - and find his bride-to-be.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Altissia, City on the Sea | 29 | 2,000 XP |
| The Summit | 30 | 1,000 XP |
| Into the Fray | 31 | 1,500 XP |
| The Trial of Leviathan | 31 | 3,000 XP, Mark of the Hydraean |
Chapter 10: The Heart of a King
In Chapter 10, a weary Noctis and his battered friends travel to the heart of the Empire in Niflheim to seek the Crystal - the final key to beating back the darkness that looms on the horizon.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Off the Rails | 31 | 1,000 XP |
| The Hand of the King | 33 | 4,000 XP, Katana of the Warrior |
Chapter 11: In the Dark
In Chapter 11, Noctis continues his train ride toward Tenebrae, but not before an unexpected visitor leads to an alarming conclusion.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| Express Train for Trouble | 34 | 4,500 XP |
Chapter 12: End of Days
In Chapter 12, Noctis deals with another tragedy as the group arrives at the home of Lady Lunafreya, as the world begins to slowly darken.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| No Turning Back | 34 | 1,000 XP |
| Where She Lived | 34 | 1,000 XP |
| Into the Arctic Crevasse | 36 | 1,000 XP |
| Breath of the Glacian | 37 | 5,000 XP, Trident of the Oracle, Mark of the Glacian |
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Chapter 13: Redemption
In Chapter 13, Noctis arrives at the Imperial capital of Gralea, and must make a long and arduous journey to find the crystal, and find a way to survive on his own.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| The Imperial Capital | 37 | 3,000 XP |
| A King's Struggle | 38 | 3,000 XP |
| Zegnautus Keep | 39 | 3,000 XP, Sword of the Father |
| Reunion and Recovery | 40 | 4,000 XP, Mark of the Draconian |
Chapter 14: Homecoming
In the final story chapter, an older and wiser Noctis prepares for one final assault against the Usurper back in his home inside Insomnia. The fate of the world rests on the True King.
| Quest | Recommended Level | Rewards |
| World of Ruin | 44 | 2,000 XP |
| A Cure for Insomnia | 45 | 10,000 XP |
- Chapter 15 - Ending and Post-Game
Up Next: Chapter 1: Departure
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