You can unlock the normal version of The Great Gubal Library by accepting the Level 59 MSQ “Forbidden Knowledge” from Matoya in Matoya’s Cave (Zone) (X:6.5, Y:6.3).
This MSQ is part of the patch 3.0 storyline for the Heavensward expansion.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Step-by-Step Unlock Guide
- Accept the Level 59 MSQ “Forbidden Knowledge” from Matoya in Matoya’s Cave (Zone) (X:6.5, Y:6.3).
- After the cutscene, speak with Matoya once again.
- Approach the Enchanted Broom in Matoya’s Cave (Zone) (X:6.6, Y:6.2).
- Talk to Broomsy outside the great library in The Dravanian Hinterlands (X:28.4, Y:37.9).
Detailed Unlocking Guide
The Great Gubal Library is part of the patch 3.0 storyline dungeons for the Heavensward expansion. You need to have finished every MSQ in A Realm Reborn before you can start Heavensward’s main story.
Once you’ve caught up with the MSQs, talk to Matoya in Matoya’s Cave (Zone) (X:6.5, Y:6.3) to begin.
At this point in the main story, you are seeking Matoya’s help in retrieving a tome from The Great Gubal Library.
In this quest, you’ll learn why Matoya fled Sharlayan and continued her research in solitude in The Dravanian Hinterlands.
After the initial cutscene, talk to Matoya once more before introducing yourself to the Enchanted Broom in Matoya’s Cave (Zone) (X:6.6, Y:6.2).
The living broom will introduce itself as Broomsy and tell you the directions to the library.
Meet your peculiar ally outside the library in The Dravanian Hinterlands (X:28.4, Y:37.9) to proceed.
Upon your arrival, Broomsy will gladly grant you passage inside, and The Great Gubal Library will be unlocked. This dungeon requires at least a Level 59 Disciple of War or Magic job and an average item level of 120 to enter.
Boss #1: The Demon Tome
Mechanics:
- Blizzard: Single-target attack on the primary target.
- Liquefy: Black AoEs that apply “Heavy” for 30 seconds and “Slow” for 12 seconds.
- Repel + Disclosure: The boss will knock players back with a room-wide AoE before using an instant-KO frontal cone attack. Move behind the boss to avoid.
- Words of Winter: Room-wide AoE that turns the floor into “Thin Ice,” causing players to slide a set distance if they move. Slide toward the boss’ sides to prepare for the next “Repel + Disclosure” combo.
Rewards
| Name | Type | Rarity |
|---|---|---|
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Bangle | Bracelets | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Bangle | Bracelets | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Bangle | Bracelets | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Bangle | Bracelets | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Bangle | Bracelets | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Emissary’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pathmaker’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Boots | Feet | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Ring | Ring | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Ring | Ring | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Ring | Ring | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Ring | Ring | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Ring | Ring | Dungeon (Green) |
Boss #2: Byblos
Mechanics:
- Page Tear: A cleaving tankbuster attack on the primary target.
- Page 64: Once the boss moves to the center and becomes invulnerable, four “Page 64” mobs will spawn. Killing one “Page 64” will spawn an orb that will tether to you. Drag the tether toward the boss to remove his invincibility.
- Bone Shaker: When the boss becomes invulnerable, it’ll constantly cast a room-wide AoE attack that applies a stacking “Vulnerability Up” debuff for 14 seconds.
- Head Down: The boss will target a random player with an extending line attack with a knockback. Move near the boss to reduce incoming damage.
- Gale Cut: The boss will summon four oil clouds that deal point-blank AoE damage and knock players back if touched. These clouds also consume the orbs that “Page 64” mobs spawn. Avoid the clouds while dragging the orb, or have the tank pop them to clear the way.
Rewards
| Name | Type | Rarity |
|---|---|---|
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Earrings | Earrings | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Earrings | Earrings | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Earrings | Earrings | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Earrings | Earrings | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Earrings | Earrings | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Emissary’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pathmaker’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Gloves | Hands | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Hat | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Helm | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Emissary’s Cap | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Cap | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pathmaker’s Helm | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Hat | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Hat | Head | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Choker | Necklace | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Choker | Necklace | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Choker | Necklace | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Choker | Necklace | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Choker | Necklace | Dungeon (Green) |
Boss #3: The Everliving Bibliotaph
At the start of the fight, you’ll notice engraved circles on the floor. Keep these circles in mind for the incoming “Void Call” mechanic.
Mechanics:
- Thrub: A cleaving tankbuster attack on the primary target.
- Void Spark: A random player will get an orange marker. After a few seconds, an orb will drop on top of the player, which will explode for a point-blank AoE that applies a stacking “Vulnerability Up” debuff. Drop the orb between the engraved circles.
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Void Call: At 85%, 55%, and 25% HP respectively, the boss will attempt to summon mobs through the engraved circles on the ground. Each circle will light up, indicating the number of players needed to stand on them.
Match the number of players for each glowing circle to prevent the mobs from spawning. Use “Sprint” to quickly group up together.
- Bibliokept and Bibliomancer: Mobs that spawn if the engraved circles aren’t handled correctly. Kill them as soon as possible.
- Deep Darkness: A room-wide donut AoE that applies a 30-second “Heavy” debuff.
- Magic Burst: A massive point-blank AoE that knocks players back.
Rewards
- Byblos Triple Triad Card (not guaranteed)
| Name | Type | Rarity |
|---|---|---|
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Emissary’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pathmaker’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Coat | Body | Dungeon (Green) |
| Nymian Royal Marine Codex | Book | Dungeon (Green) |
| Nymian Royal Marine Grimoire | Book | Dungeon (Green) |
| Old World Composite Bow | Bow | Dungeon (Green) |
| Thavnairian Cane | Cane | Dungeon (Green) |
| Belah’dian Cinquedea | Daggers | Dungeon (Green) |
| Pre-imperial Garlean Revolver | Firearms | Dungeon (Green) |
| Thavnairian Katars | Fist Weapon | Dungeon (Green) |
| Nymian Royal Marine Battleaxe | Greataxe | Dungeon (Green) |
| Belah’dian Claymore | Greatsword | Dungeon (Green) |
| Kagehide | Katana | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Conservator’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Custodian’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Emissary’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pankratiast’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Pathmaker’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Philosopher’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Sharlayan Preceptor’s Longkilt | Legs | Dungeon (Green) |
| Paladin’s Belah’dian Arms (IL 148) | Other | Dungeon (Green) |
| Thavnairian Partisan | Polearm | Dungeon (Green) |
| Belah’dian Degen | Rapier | Dungeon (Green) |
| Old World Rod | Staff | Dungeon (Green) |
| Lewphon’s Eye | Star Globe | Dungeon (Green) |
| Page 63 | Minion | Basic |
| Ink Long Dry Orchestrion Roll | Orchestrion Roll | Basic |
Extra Treasure Coffers
Apart from the boss rewards, there are four treasure coffers located throughout the dungeon that you can open for more gear, dye, or prism rewards. These coffer coordinates are:
- (X:13.2, Y:10.7)
- (X:12.2, Y:12.7)
- (X:16.2, Y:10.8)
- (X:15.7, Y:10.2)
Lore Readings
The Great Gubal Library is one of the few dungeons in FFXIV where you can read additional notes and stories. Here’s a list of coordinates for all the reading materials found in the library:
- (X:7.2, Y:10.0)
- (X:9.7, Y:11.0)
- (X:12.3, Y:12.5)
- (X:13.5, Y:12.8)
- (X:16.3, Y:10.9)
- (X:16.2, Y:9.6)
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