FFXIV Hall of the Novice: How To Unlock + Rewards List

Outside of the Hall of the Novice in FFXIV

To unlock the Hall of the Novice, you need to reach level 15 with a Disciple of War or Magic job. You’ll most likely encounter the Hall when trying to unlock the first dungeon of the game, Sastasha.

Once you’ve reached level 15, speak to The Smith inside the Hall of the Novice located at Western La Noscea (X:28.6, Y:24.2) to register.

And if you want to re-enter the Hall at another time, you can visit Smiths at any of the following locations:

  • Limsa Lominsa Upper Decks (X:11.5, Y:11.3)
  • New Gridania (X:11.7, Y:13.1)
  • Ul’dah – Steps of Nald (X:11.8, Y:9.6)
  • Western La Noscea (X:28.1, Y:21.6)
  • Central Shroud (X:9.9, Y:22.8)
  • Central Shroud (X:19.2, Y:28.2)
  • South Shroud (X:19.7, Y:18.1)
  • Eastern Thanalan (X:14.8, Y:30.2)
  • Western Thanalan (X:28.0, Y:16.9)

Types of Training

The Hall of the Novice allows players new and old to test their basic knowledge of Disciple of War or Magic jobs through several training exercises.

The Hall can be accessed as soon as you acquire a Level 15 Disciple of War or Magic job.

Challenges will differ depending on the type of job you enter the hall with. The challenges are classified into three specific roles.

Note: jobs introduced starting from the Stormblood expansion will not be able to enter the Hall of the Novice.

Role Disciple of War Disciple of Magic
Tank Gladiator, Paladin, Marauder, Warrior, and Dark Knight N/A
DPS Pugilist, Monk, Rogue, Ninja, Lancer, Dragoon, Archer, Bard, and Machinist Arcanist, Summoner, Thaumaturge, Black Mage
Healer N/A Conjurer, White Mage, Scholar, and Astrologian

Role Exercises + Rewards

Inside the Hall of the Novice / Final Fantasy XIV
Inside the Hall of the Novice

The role exercises you’ll go through in the Hall of the Novice will focus on the basics of the three primary roles: Tank, DPS, and Healer.

By the end of the exercises, you’ll have received a set of Brand-new gear, including the Brand-new ring, which increases the EXP you receive for Disciple of War or Magic jobs by 30% until Level 30.

Tank Exercises

  • Tank Training – Exercise 1: Avoid Area of Effect Attacks
  • Tank Training – Exercise 2: Execute a Combo to Increase Enmity
  • Tank Training – Exercise 3: Execute a Combo in Battle
  • Tank Training – Exercise 4: Accrue Enmity from Multiple Targets
  • Tank Training – Exercise 5: Engage Multiple Targets
  • Tank Training – Exercise 6: Execute a Ranged Attack to Increase Enmity
  • Tank Training – Exercise 7: Engage Enemy Reinforcements
  • Tank Training – Exercise 8: Final Exercise

Tank Loot

Name Role Obtained from
Brand-new Gauntlets GLA, MRD, PLD, WAR, DRK, GNB Tank Training – Exercise 1
Brand-new Sabatons GLA, MRD, PLD, WAR, DRK, GNB Tank Training – Exercise 3
Brand-new Trousers GLA, MRD, PLD, WAR, DRK, GNB Tank Training – Exercise 5
Brand-new Cuirass GLA, MRD, PLD, WAR, DRK, GNB Tank Training – Exercise 7
Brand-new Ring All Roles Tank Training – Exercise 8

DPS Exercises

  • DPS Training – Exercise 1: Avoid Area of Effect Attacks
  • DPS Training – Exercise 2: Assist Allies in Defeating a Target
  • DPS Training – Exercise 3: Defeat an Occupied Target
  • DPS Training – Exercise 4: Avoid Engaged Targets
  • DPS Training – Exercise 5: Engage Enemy Reinforcements
  • DPS Training – Exercise 6: Interact with the Battlefield
  • DPS Training – Exercise 7: Final Exercise

DPS Loot

Name Role Obtained from
Brand-new Gloves Disciple of War DPS Training – Exercise 1
Brand-new Halfgloves Disciple of Magic
Brand-new Boots Disciple of War DPS Training – Exercise 2
Brand-new Thighboots Disciple of Magic
Brand-new Skirt Disciple of War DPS Training – Exercise 4
Brand-new Waistwrap Disciple of Magic
Brand-new Tabard Disciple of War DPS Training – Exercise 6
Brand-new Robe Disciple of Magic
Brand-new Ring All Roles DPS Training – Exercise 7

Healer Exercises

  • Healer Training – Exercise 1: Avoid Area of Effect Attacks
  • Healer Training – Exercise 2: Heal an Ally
  • Healer Training – Exercise 3: Heal Multiple Allies
  • Healer Training – Exercise 4: Avoid Engaged Targets
  • Healer Training – Exercise 5: Final Exercise

Healer Loot

Name Role Obtained from
Brand-new Halfgloves Disciple of Magic Healer Training – Exercise 1
Brand-new Thighboots Disciple of Magic Healer Training – Exercise 2
Brand-new Waistwrap Disciple of Magic Healer Training – Exercise 3
Brand-new Robe Disciple of Magic Healer Training – Exercise 4
Brand-new Ring All Roles Healer Training – Exercise 5

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