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As an avid Final Fantasy 16 player, I was eager to take on the game‘s Hunts when they became available. Hunts offer a fun way to battle powerful enemies for great rewards. However, I found it tricky to locate all the Hunt marks scattered across the vast world map.
So I decided to put together this comprehensive guide to help fellow players find every Hunt location in FF16. Whether you‘re just starting out or attempting to defeat all the Marks, this guide will assist you on your journey.
What Are Hunts in Final Fantasy 16?
Hunts are special battles versus powerful enemies known as Marks. Defeating Hunt Marks earns you plenty of rewards:
- Gil (in-game currency)
- Rare crafting materials
- Ability Points to unlock skills
- Renown to progress the story
- EXP to level up faster
To unlock Hunts, you must first gain access to the Hunt Board by completing the Main Quest “The Gathering Storm.” The Hunt Board shows the location of Hunt Marks on the world map.
However, you usually need to finish certain quests before some Marks become available. The higher the Mark‘s rank (from C to A to S), the tougher the battle will be. But you‘ll also get better rewards.
Now let’s look at all the Hunt locations across Final Fantasy 16‘s realms.
Grand Duchy of Rosaria Hunts
The lush Grand Duchy of Rosaria holds 8 Hunt Marks for you to track down.
Ahriman
Level: 25
Rank: C
Location: Sorrowise, Southeast section
Nearest Obelisk: Martha’s Rest
This fly-type demon is the easiest Mark available. Look for Ahriman in a clearing to the Southeast of the Martha‘s Rest Obelisk.
Belphegor
Level: 30
Rank: B
Location: Broken Hilt, Southern section
Nearest Obelisk: Eastpool
Journey south from Eastpool into Broken Hilt. Follow the path as it turns east to find the magical ram Belphegor.
Sekhret
Level: 31
Rank: B
Location: Greensheaves, Western section
Nearest Obelisk: Martha‘s Rest
Travel northwest from Martha’s Rest, then hug the western coast to locate the lady beast Sekhret.
Severian
Level: 31
Rank: B
Location: Sorrowise, Northern section
Nearest Obelisk: Martha’s Rest
This armored knight patrols the northern reaches of Sorrowise. Seek him out west of Martha’s Rest.
Carrot
Level: 35
Rank: B
Location: The Whispering Waters
Nearest Obelisk: Three Reeds
Cross the bridges northwest of Three Reeds to find this unique vegetal beast.
Flan Prince
Level: 38
Rank: A
Location: Hawk’s Cry Cliff
Nearest Obelisk: Hawk’s Cry Cliff
From the Obelisk, head north along the coast to battle the gelatinous Flan Prince.
The Mageth Brothers
Level: 38
Rank: A
Location: Quient Sands
Nearest Obelisk: Port Isolde
Journey north from Hawk’s Cry, then west to face this bombastic bomb duo.
Atlas
Level: 45
Rank: S
Location: Cressidia
Nearest Obelisk: Eastpool
The toughest Mark in Rosaria emerges on the eastern point of Cressidia. Steel your nerves before battling the Titan Atlas!
The Holy Empire of Sanbreque Hunts
Next, the imperial capital of Sanbreque presents another 8 Hunt Marks to conquer.
Aruna, The Angel of Death
Level: 27
Rank: C
Location: Claireview, Western section
Nearest Obelisk: Northreach
Seeking revenge after her defeat, Aruna stalks the outskirts of Claireview. Face her west of the Northreach Obelisk.
Dozmare
Level: 28
Rank: B
Location: Caer Norvent River Gate, Southern section
Nearest Obelisk: Lostwing
Travel south from Lostwing, then follow the path east to clash with Dozmare.
Bomb King
Level: 33
Rank: B
Location: The Crock
Nearest Obelisk: Dragon’s Aery
Journey south from Dragon’s Aery, then turn southeast to detonate the Bomb King.
Holy Trumpitour
Level: 36
Rank: B
Location: Cellar Passage
Nearest Obelisk: Lostwing
Seeking musical inspiration, this jester journeys through Cellar Passage. Face him at the southern extreme.
Terminus
Level: 40
Rank: A
Location: The Crock
Nearest Obelisk: Dragon’s Aery
This blood-red Mark returns to The Crock for a rematch. Track him to the northern point.
Knight of the Splendent Heart
Level: 42
Rank: A
Location: Royal Meadows
Nearest Obelisk: Royal Meadows
The valiant Knight guards the Royal Meadows south of its namesake Obelisk.
Prince of Death
Level: 40
Rank: A
Location: Cape Orsiere
Nearest Obelisk: Royal Meadows
Seek out the dark prince on the southern cape below Royal Meadows.
Svarog
Level: 50
Rank: S
Location: Mornebrume
Nearest Obelisk: Caer Norvent Glorieuse Gate
The ultimate test in Sanbreque – the ruinous giant Svarog, who dwells in Mornebrume east of Glorieuse Gate.
The Dhalmekian Republic Hunts
Shifting sands conceal 9 challenging Marks in the Dhalmekian Republic.
Soul Stingers
Level: 32
Rank: C
Location: The Field of Corava
Nearest Obelisk: Dravozd
This swarm emerges where Fields of Corava meets Dzarca Drift, south of Dravozd.
Grimalkin
Level: 32
Rank: C
Location: The Cattery
Nearest Obelisk: The Jaw
Navigate east from The Jaw, then south through The Sickle to locate the devious Grimalkin.
The Pack
Level: 33
Rank: C
Location: The Gilded Path
Nearest Obelisk: Tabor
Journey southeast from Tabor, then southwest to confront The Pack.
Fastitocalon
Level: 34
Rank: B
Location: The Velkroy Desert
Nearest Obelisk: The Velkroy Desert
Venture east from the Obelisk, then north across the sand bridge to topple Fastitocalon.
The Ten of Clubs
Level: 35
Rank: B
Location: Vamare
Nearest Obelisk: Dravozd
Travel south to Fields of Corava, then west along the border to locate this card-wielding warrior.
The Nine of Knives
Level: 38
Rank: A
Location: The Jaw
Nearest Obelisk: The Jaw
The knife-throwing trickster hides in plain sight at the heart of The Jaw.
Dread Comet
Level: 38
Rank: A
Location: The Sickle
Nearest Obelisk: Dravozd
Journey into The Sickle, then ride south through the branching paths to find this blazing Mark.
Thanatos
Level: 42
Rank: A
Location: Titan‘s Wake
Nearest Obelisk: Kretov
Travel east from Kretov, then north at the fork to face Thanatos, god of death.
Gorgimera
Level: 45
Rank: S
Location: The Velkroy Desert
Nearest Obelisk: The Velkroy Desert
The ultimate Dhalmekian opponent – the three-headed hellhound Gorgimera, who prowls the desert‘s western wastelands.
The Kingdom of Waloed Hunts
Lastly, the frozen Kingdom of Waloed holds 7 Hunt Marks among its icy crags.
Gobermouch
Level: 38
Rank: A
Location: Eistla
Nearest Obelisk: Eistla
Traverse north from Eistla, then northwest to track down the yeti Gobermouch.
Bygul
Level: 40
Rank: A
Location: Kritten Hollow
Nearest Obelisk: Ravenwit Walls
Seek Bygul lurking southeast of Ravenwit, in the dark heart of Kritten Hollow.
Agni
Level: 40
Rank: A
Location: Halfcombe
Nearest Obelisk: The Edge of Infinity
Journey northwest from The Edge of Infinity to ignite this fiery Mark.
Kuza Beast
Level: 40
Rank: A
Location: Balmung Dark
Nearest Obelisk: Ravenwit Walls
This tempestuous unicorn reigns over Balmung Dark, north of Ravenwit Walls.
Gizamaluk
Level: 41
Rank: A
Location: Vidargraes
Nearest Obelisk: Vidargraes
The wailing Gizamaluk roams the southern extremes of Vidargraes.
Pandemonium
Level: 45
Rank: S
Location: Wolfdarr
Nearest Obelisk: The Shadow Coast
At the southern point of Wolfdarr, the ultimate Waloed test awaits – Pandemonium personified!
Behemoth King
Level: 47
Rank: S
Location: Vidargraes
Nearest Obelisk: Vidargraes
Having claimed Vidargraes as his kingdom, face the tyrannical Behemoth King in the bitter southwest.
Conclusion
I hope this guide serves you well on the long road through Final Fantasy 16’s Hunts. Each epic confrontation pushes your skills to the limit while rewarding your efforts handsomely.
May the tips provided here guide you through fog and forest, over dune and tundra, to stand triumphant before these 32 Marks! Only through adversity can we realize our true potential.
Now the call of adventure beckons. A whole realm of wonders awaits, replete with tales of laughter and tears and life-changing magic. Here’s to blazing your own trail across Valisthea alongside Clive and his companions!