Highwind Herald

This week we review the classic that is Final Fantasy IV, examining its legacy to the franchise and our feelings on the experience as a whole. To the moon!

Trivia question of the day: Which character was the first to die in Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• 0:30 - Introduction / Trivia
• 2:16 - Our week in Final Fantasy
• 7:51 - FFII Pixel Remaster Discussion
• 12:15 - FFII = FFIV Nostalgia
• 14:26 - FFIV Review Introduction
• 15:26 - Characters
• 23:29 - FFIV is Foundational
• 27:24 - Their Deaths Were Greatly Exaggerated
• 35:31 - Is the story generic?
• 41:26 - The Endwalker Connection
• 42:40 - Ranking FFIV
• 43:50 - FFIV vs FFV
• 50:07 - Versions and Cutscenes
• 54:07 - Final Thoughts
• FF A-Z: Zell
• Trivia answer: Neil

Recommended Resources

• FFIV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.square_enix.android_googleplay.FFPR4&hl=en_US&gl=US
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This week we fondly remember 2021 as we look to the future and all that is in store for Final Fantasy in the coming year. Plus, we check in on the resolutions we made last year and make some new ones! Happy New Year!

Trivia question of the day: Does Solois remember his New Year’s Resolutions for 2021? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• 1:47 - Trivia
• 4:28 - Final Fantasy’s Best Year?
• 9:34 - Endwalker Discussion
• 14:29 - NFT Acknowledgement
• 20:44 - Bike Watch!
• 22:29 - FF Christmas Present Roundup
• 26:00 - 2021 Resolution and Related Discussion
• 35:01 - 2022 Resolutions
• 45:00 - Most Anticipated 2022
• FF A-Z: Yuna
• Trivia answer: No

Recommended Resources

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The Game Awards are upon us once again and FFXIV won big! We also got release dates for FFVII Remake on PC and Chocobo GP on Switch!

Trivia question of the day: What was the first mainline Final Fantasy not composed entirely by Uematsu? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• FFXIV Update
• Game Awards
• Chocobo GP Release and Roster Reveal
• FF A-Z: Xande
• Trivia answer: Final Fantasy X

Recommended Resources

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Endwalker is here, and with it increased login difficulties. We discuss our experiences so far both in game and in line for FFXIV’s newest expansion.

Trivia question of the day: In FFV what is Faris’ real name? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• FF A-Z: Warrior of Light
• Trivia answer: Sarisa

Recommended Resources

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Happy Holidays from Highwind Herald! ‘Tis the season to spend time with loved ones… and spend money on awesome Final Fantasy stuff. These are our top picks for fun FF themed presents for you and yours this holiday season.

Trivia question of the day: In FFIV what is the name of Edward's love? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• Holiday Gift Guide 2021
• FF A-Z: Vivi
• Trivia answer: Anna

Recommended Resources

• Cactuar Desert Final Fantasy Socks: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B088JGJT4N/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_4R4KHSVTKWTK472W032Q?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
• 1000 Needles Japanese Shirt: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07KKMQV28/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_DTQVE03T5GDQ7N3KNX1F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
• Final Fantasy Chocobo Beer Mug: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08964X73D/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_6VHVC3P37HMYGD1977RN
• Dixiaomu Mask - Delivery Moogle: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B091C9BJ85/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_CB7VAS31K44ZBKJ8V8RP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
• Carbuncle Ceramic Mug: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CR9NLPK/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_35ZYW4H1V33TZ4J1Q0WV
• The Ultimate Final Fantasy XIV Cookbook: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1647225116/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_DH297WFHQYPWF15FQDRB
• Final Fantasy XIV Full Map Ultra Wide: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XR6FB5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_T3PAS6GDPTR86SQXSZAS
• Final Fantasy XIV Ishgard Art set of 3 Posters (11x17): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NWBHMX4/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_GM092FAB3BWTK4N9M4PR
• Sephiroth Bring Arts Action Figure (Kingdom Hearts): https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07ZS13XK7/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_60P342ZKQ4NZAK60F220
• Final Fantasy XV Official Works Limited Edition: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1506715745/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_RA549ZMWDFXAM4MVEH1E?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
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Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars is a new turn-based RPG from Square-Enix with a tabletop twist. This week, Wolfkinz breaks down what the game is about and gives his review after a 100% completion run. Spoiler: It’s an amazing game.

Trivia question of the day: No trivia this episode.

Episode Summary

• Introduction
• Voice of Cards Review
• FF A-Z: Ultima

Recommended Resources

• Voice of Cards: https://voiceofcards.square-enix-games.com/en_US/
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After months of resistance Wolfkinz has finally started the Pixel Remaster of FFIV on a mobile device. Is the experience as bad as he feared or has the beautifully crafted game surprised him? Find out this week with our FFIV Pixel Remaster for Android first impressions!

Trivia question of the day: In FFIV when you encounter Tellah on Mt. Ordeals, what spell is he attempting to remember? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• Pixel Remaster for Android Discussion
• FFIV First Impressions
• FF A-Z: Tantalus
• Trivia answer: Meteor

Recommended Resources

• FFIV Pixel Remaster Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.square_enix.android_googleplay.FFPR4&hl=en_US&gl=US
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Endwalker has been delayed by two weeks as announced during Live Letter LXVII. We go over the news as well as highlights from the presentation. Also, Solois struggles with which race to play as he’s growing attached to Lalafell.

Trivia question of the day: What are two new jobs introduced in Final Fantasy V? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• Endwalker Delayed
• Live Letter LXVII Highlights
• FF A-Z: Sephiroth
• Trivia answer: Blue Mage and Mimic

Recommended Resources

• Endwalker Launch Trailer: https://youtu.be/fwsnh5sgzA8
• DualShockers Live Letter Breakdown: https://www.dualshockers.com/ff14-letter-from-the-producer-live-67-news-summary-endwalker-delay/
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Highwind Herald returns for the first episode of year two of the show! This week we break down the new artifact gear sets in Endwalker and announce some new content coming from the show. Thanks for sticking with us through this first year, here’s to many more!

Trivia question of the day: Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi recently played through the entirety of the FFXIV MSQ (all the way through Shadowbringers). How many calendar days did it take him? (Answer at the bottom of the episode summary).

Episode Summary

• Introduction / Trivia
• Our week in Final Fantasy
• Endwalker Hype!
• Endwalker Artifact Gear Breakdown
• Highwind Herald Announcements
• Thank you for an amazing first year!
• FF A-Z: Quetzalcoatl and Ronfaure
• Trivia answer: 35

Recommended Resources

• Sakaguchi Game Rant: https://gamerant.com/final-fantasy-14-hironobu-sakaguchi-beats-story/
• Sakaguchi IGN: https://www.ign.com/articles/final-fantasy-14-hironobu-sakaguchi
• Sakaguchi PCGames: https://www.pcgamesn.com/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn/sakaguchi-story
• Endwalker Gear Sets: https://twitter.com/ThePhookas/status/1453378886213976068?s=20
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Solois dives deep into the Sora reveal for Smash in a special solo episode of Highwind Herald!

Episode Summary

• Introduction
• Smash Trailer Breakdown
• FF A-Z: Prompto
• Trivia answer:

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