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The Velkroy Desert (Five Years Later)

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Clive and his allies traverse the Velkroy Desert five years after the destruction of the Drake's Breath Mothercrystal while traveling through the Dhalmekian Republic. The massive open expanse serves as a crossing point connecting the Dalimil Inn to the northern reaches leading toward Drake's Fang. You can freely explore the dunes to battle local wildlife, collect scattered materials, and locate various Hunt targets.

Enemies

Desert Bandersnatch

A canine beast that attacks with quick lunges and bites across the sands.

Velkroy Scorpion

A desert arachnid that strikes with sweeping claws and a venomous tail barb.

Sand Dune Bug

An insectoid predator that burrows and charges at targets.

Dune Hyena

Fast-moving pack predators that attempt to flank and overwhelm you.

The Man in Black (Holy Stalker)

Elite Magitek automaton encounter encountered in side and exploration content in the desert wastes.

Tips

  • Summon your Chocobo while navigating the Velkroy Desert to drastically reduce travel time across the massive sand dunes.
  • Check the Hunt Board back at the Hideaway periodically, as high-tier Notorious Marks frequently become active out in the dunes during this era.

Not listed for this area: items, secrets, shops and people.

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