Final Fantasy XIV – 6.08 Patch Notes | Warrior’s Tomahawk Upgrade!

Introduction

In the latest update, a number of exciting adjustments have been made to actions in the game. These changes have been carefully tailored to enhance the gameplay experience for players at level 90. Let's dive into some of the highlights! Starting with the Paladin class, several actions have received a boost in potency. Spirits Within now packs an even stronger punch with an increase from 250 to 270. Expiacion has also been upgraded, going from 300 to 340 in potency. But the real showstopper is Blade of Faith, which has seen a massive increase from 250 to a whopping 420 in potency. And that's not all - Blade of Truth and Blade of Valor have also received significant boosts, going from 350 to 500 and 420 to 580 in potency, respectively. Moving on to the Marauder/Warrior class, the trusty Tomahawk has been given a power boost, going from 100 to 150 in potency. Meanwhile, the Monk class sees an increase in potency for Phantom Rush, going from 1,000 to 1,150. And for Dragoons, there are some exciting changes as well. The range of Dragon Sight has been extended from 12y to an impressive 30y, making it easier for party members to receive the effects of Left Eye. Additionally, the channeling animation between the Dragoon and their target has been removed, streamlining the gameplay experience. Plus, several actions like Raiden Thrust, Stardiver, Heavens' Thrust, Chaotic Spring, and Rear combo potency have all received potency increases, ensuring that Dragoons can dish out even more damage on the battlefield. These adjustments are sure to shake up the game and provide players with new strategies and opportunities for success. So, gear up and get ready to experience the enhanced power of these actions in your next gaming session!

The following adjustments have been made to actions:

* All adjustments are based on actions as they function at level 90.

Paladin

Action		Adjustment
Spirits Within		Potency has been increased from 250 to 270.
Expiacion		Potency has been increased from 300 to 340.
Blade of Faith		Potency has been increased from 250 to 420.
Blade of Truth		Potency has been increased from 350 to 500.
Blade of Valor		Potency has been increased from 420 to 580.

Marauder / Warrior

Action		Adjustment
Tomahawk		Potency has been increased from 100 to 150.

Monk

Action		Adjustment
Phantom Rush		Potency has been increased from 1,000 to 1,150.

Dragoon

Action		Adjustment
Dragon Sight		Range has been extended from 12y to 30y. Target party member is no longer required to remain within 12y in order to receive the effects of Left Eye. The channeling animation between the dragoon and their target has been removed.
Raiden Thrust		Potency has been increased from 260 to 280.
Stardiver		Potency has been increased from 500 to 620.
Heavens' Thrust		Combo potency has been increased from 430 to 480.
Chaotic Spring		Combo potency has been increased from 240 to 260. Rear combo potency has been increased from 280 to 300.

Rogue / Ninja

Action		Adjustment
Spinning Edge		Potency has been increased from 200 to 210.
Gust Slash		Potency has been increased from 140 to 160. Combo potency has been increased from 300 to 320.
Aeolian Edge		Potency has been increased from 120 to 140. Rear attack potency has been increased from 180 to 200. Combo potency has been increased from 340 to 360. Rear combo potency has been increased from 400 to 420.
Armor Crush		Potency has been increased from 120 to 140. Flank attack potency has been increased from 180 to 200. Combo potency has been increased from 320 to 340. Flank combo potency has been increased from 380 to 400.
Hyosho Ranryu		Potency has been increased from 1,200 to 1,300.

Samurai

Action		Adjustment
Hakaze		Potency has been increased from 150 to 180.
Jinpu		Combo potency has been increased from 250 to 280.
Shifu		Combo potency has been increased from 250 to 280.
Ogi Namikiri		Potency has been increased from 800 to 900.
Kaeshi: Namikiri		Potency has been increased from 1,200 to 1,350.

Machinist

Action		Adjustment
Drill		Potency has been increased from 550 to 570.
Air Anchor		Potency has been increased from 550 to 570.
Chain Saw		Potency has been increased from 550 to 570.

Dancer

Action		Adjustment
Cascade		Potency has been increased from 180 to 220.
Fountain		Combo potency has been increased from 240 to 280.
Reverse Cascade		Potency has been increased from 240 to 280.
Fountainfall		Potency has been increased from 300 to 340.
Technical Finish		4 Steps potency has been increased from 1,080 to 1,200.

Thaumaturge / Black Mage

Action		Adjustment
Fire III		Potency has been increased from 240 to 260.
Blizzard III		Potency has been increased from 240 to 260.
Blizzard IV		Potency has been increased from 300 to 310.
Fire IV		Potency has been increased from 300 to 310.
Xenoglossy		Potency has been increased from 660 to 760.

Summoner

Action		Adjustment
Astral Impulse		Potency has been increased from 430 to 440.
Ruby Rite		Potency has been increased from 430 to 450.
Fountain of Fire		Potency has been increased from 520 to 540.

PvP

PvP actions have been adjusted as follows:

Dragoon

Action		Adjustment
Dragon Sight		Target party member is no longer required to remain within 15y in order to activate Left Eye. The channeling animation between the dragoon and their target has been removed.

Learn more about the Oceanian data center.

Performing a Home World Transfer to a World designated as a "New World" will now apply a double EXP bonus until level 80.

Learn more about bonuses for New Worlds.

Gamepad Settings

Enable DualSense / DUALSHOCK 4 functionality. *DirectX® 11 must be enabled to access this feature.

Turning off Immerse Spatial Audio will now automatically reactivate the last active setting of the Equalizer Mode.

The following issues have been addressed.
- An issue wherein audio crackling and stuttering occurred under certain conditions. * For players who continue to experience audio playback issues after the release of Patch 6.08, we ask that you consider disabling DualSense / DUALSHOCK 4 functionality.
- An issue in the battle against Proto-Omega in the dungeon the Stigma Dreamscape wherein Guided Missile and Chemical Missile did not select targets correctly.
- An issue wherein the ninja PvE action Phantom Kamaitachi and the scholar PvE action Consolation could be dragged from the Actions list of the Actions & Traits menu.
- An issue wherein the effect of the white mage PvE action Thin Air was not applied to instant cast spells executed immediately after activating Thin Air.
- An issue wherein the description of the reaper trait Enhanced Arcane Crest was incorrect. * This issue did not affect the functionality of this trait.
- An issue wherein the reaper PvP action Arcane Crest did not grant the Crest of Time Returned effect to party members further than 1 yalm away.
- An issue when spearfishing wherein fish were not counted as caught despite the capture animation being displayed.
- An issue wherein the item Dance Pole could be sold to NPC vendors.
- An issue wherein the graphics of male Viera were not displayed correctly when moving while under the effect of the Transporting status.
- An issue when using Group Pose as a sage with a weapon drawn wherein certain emotes in the Special category did not function properly.
- An issue wherein the graphics for the NPC Kochacha were not displayed correctly.
- An issue wherein the NPC Cocobuki was not displayed under certain conditions.
- An issue wherein the sound effects played in certain areas of Old Sharlayan were incorrect.
- Other minor text issues have also been addressed.

Other various issues have also been addressed.

An issue when enabling Immerse Spatial Audio wherein setting the equalizer to Voice Boost results in audio levels lower than other equalizer settings.
An issue wherein the times displayed for the Jumbo Cactpot drawing are incorrect. (Oceanian data centers only) * The winning number for the Jumbo Cactpot is drawn every Saturday at 1:00 a.m. (PST). Please note this issue only affects the time displayed and not the actual lottery drawing.