Unleash the Power: Mastering Final Fantasy 16's Blacksmith's Blues III Side Quest

One of the recurring questlines in Final Fantasy 16 called "Blacksmith's Blues" consists of four parts. The third part, "Blacksmith's Blues III," can be accessed during the main story mission "A Song of Hope." Upon completion, players will be rewarded with a new Design Draft, allowing them to craft a new Belt and Vambrace set.

Similar to other side quests in Final Fantasy 16, "Blacksmith's Blues III" is fairly straightforward. Players only need to talk to a few characters and defeat a couple of beasts. The effort is worthwhile as it brings players closer to completing the questline and acquiring one of the most powerful swords in the entire game.

How to Complete Blacksmith's Blues 3 in Final Fantasy 16

The "Blacksmith's Blues III" side quest becomes available in the game during the "A Song of Hope" main story mission right after completing the "Like Father, Like Daughter" sub-quest. To initiate the quest, players must have a conversation with August, who can be located on one of the upper decks of the Hideaway, not too far from the hunt board. Once players have spoken to August, their next step is to proceed to the forge and consult with Blackthorne to discover the issue at hand.

Next, players must locate Zoltan, a character found in the quaint settlement of Dravozd, which happens to be Blackthorne's hometown. If players have previously activated the Dravozd Obelisk, they can directly make their way there. Otherwise, they should opt to fast travel to the Tabor Obelisk and then traverse the Gilded Path towards the west until they reach the gates of Dravozd. At this juncture, Blackthorne emerges, allowing Clive and Co to enter inside.

Zoltan instructs Clive to leave, but upon witnessing the immense struggle faced by his people in handling their forges, Blackthorne proposes the idea of sharing the secret of Cid's bellows with them. However, to accomplish this, he requires a Salamander Skin. Players need to journey towards the quest marker located in the Fields of Corava area and engage in a battle to defeat the formidable beast. This confrontation should prove relatively straightforward, particularly for those who have honed their skills in utilizing the dodge mechanic in Final Fantasy 16.

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How to Craft the Ouroboros and the Sons of Ouroboros

Upon their arrival in Dravozd, players of Final Fantasy 16 will be required to engage in several conversations and watch cutscenes. Subsequently, Zoltan will request Clive to pass his Pit-coal Cinder to Blackthorne as a gesture of gratitude. By returning to the hideaway and carrying out this task, players will successfully complete the "Blacksmith's Blues III" side quest. As a reward for their diligent efforts, they will receive 900 XP, 100 Bloody Hides, 35 Renown, and the Ouroboros Design Draft.

The Belt and Vambraces offered by Ouroboros and Sons in Final Fantasy 16 are unrivaled, holding the title for the best gear in their respective categories. Consequently, acquiring these rewards through a side quest elevates it to one of the most coveted achievements in the entire game. Regrettably, players won't have immediate access to their newly acquired equipment. Apart from the blueprint, there are a few vital items that can solely be obtained through hunts, some of which remain unattainable at this stage of the storyline.

Ouroboros Crafting Materials

Stone Tongue (1) - Agni Hunt

Comet Feather (1) - Dread Comet Hunt

Orichalcum (1) - Various Hunts

Sons of Ouroboros Crafting Materials

Orichalcum (1) - Various Hunts

Stained Loincloth (1) - Pandemonium Hunt

Morbol Flower (1) - Carrot Hunt

Final Fantasy 16 is available now exclusively for the PlayStation 5.