Ranking up in your Grand Company in Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is not just a matter of prestige. It has numerous benefits, including unlocking new items, accessing new features, and preparing for future ranks. While there are currently ranks in the game that are inaccessible, it’s wise to be prepared for when they become available. In this article, we will discuss how to rank up in your Grand Company, the various ways to earn seals, and the prerequisites for each rank.
How to Rank Up Your Grand Company in Final Fantasy XIV
To rank up in your Grand Company, you need to hand in seals. However, before you can do that, you must first earn seals. Once you have earned enough seals, you can easily progress through the initial ranks. As you advance, the process becomes more complex and challenging. Here are some methods to earn seals:
Earn Seals
- Trade in Unwanted Gear (the best way to earn company seals)
- Duty Roulette
- GC Leves
- Supply and Provision Deliveries
- Hunting Log
- FATES (up to level 70 region)
There are multiple ways to earn seals, but the most efficient one is trading in your old dungeon gear. Speak to the Personnel Officer and select “Undertake Supply and Provisioning Missions.” Go to the Expert Delivery tab, enable “Hide Gear Set Items,” and sell any gear you no longer need. This method yields the fastest and best results for obtaining Company Seals. Additionally, you can check the Supply and Provision Deliveries available, but keep in mind that this requires either Gil or a significant amount of farming, making it more suitable for leveling gatherers and crafters rather than obtaining seals.
For those who are not yet Sergeant Second Class, the best way to earn seals is by completing Hunting Logs and participating in Duty Roulette. Guildhests and Leveling are highly recommended, especially for classes that are not at the maximum level. By completing these tasks as the Adventurer in Need class (usually Tank or Healer), you can acquire around five times more seals.
Talk to Personnel Officer (Apply for Promotion)
Once you have enough seals or want to check the required amount to rank up, speak to the Personnel Officer and click on “Apply for Promotion.” The officer will inform you of the prerequisites or grant you permission to rank up. In most cases, a few thousand seals are sufficient, but sometimes you may need to complete specific tasks or challenges.
Each Grand Company Rank (Requirements)
Here is an overview of the requirements for reaching each rank:
| Rank | Unlocks | Requirements (How to) |
|---|---|---|
| Private Second Class | 2000 Seals | |
| Private First Class | 3000 Seals | |
| Corporal | 4000 Seals | |
| Sergeant Third Class | 5000 Seals and GC Hunting Log Rank 1 | |
| Sergeant Second Class | Expert Delivery | 6000 Seals |
| Sergeant First Class | 7000 Seals | |
| Chief Sergeant | “Shadows Uncast” quest | 8000 Seals |
| Second Lieutenant | Adventure Squadrons and Option to Change GC (also a prerequisite for housing) | 9000 Seals, GC Hunting Log Rank 2, and “Gilding the Bilious” quest |
| First Lieutenant | “Flagged Mission: Crystal Recovery” | |
| Captain | Loot Boxes available at Quartermaster | 5 Command Missions and “Flagged Mission: Sapper Strike” |
Earning seals is relatively straightforward. However, there are additional prerequisites along the way that make ranking up more challenging in your Grand Company.
Hunting Logs
Hunting logs are essential for reaching the rank of Sergeant Third Class and Second Lieutenant. Completing these logs is simple. Go to Logs, then Hunting Logs, and click on your GC icon. You will find a list of enemies to hunt down, along with the number of Seals each enemy rewards. Start by completing all Rank 1 hunts, followed by Rank 2. Rank 3 hunts are optional, but they can still earn you seals.
GC Quest
Grand Company quests are necessary for reaching the rank of Chief Sergeant and Second Lieutenant. These quests are not available at all times but appear as blue quests at your Grand Company once you reach certain ranks. They function similarly to class quests and are generally straightforward, focusing primarily on the GC story.
Command and Flagged Missions
Squadron missions are crucial for climbing to the ranks of First Lieutenant and Captain. Once you gain access to Squadron missions, you can begin Command Missions in the Barracks of your GC. Flagged Missions are special missions that you must undertake to rank up in your Grand Company. Each mission has specific prerequisites that involve leveling your Squadron. The main difference between Command Missions and Squadron Missions is that the latter allows you to send your team without accompanying them. Command Missions require you to guide your squadron through dungeons. During these missions, you can instruct your squadron members when to fight or disengage. Each Squadron member levels separately, so you must bring along the members you wish to level during dungeon runs. Participating in Command Missions enables you to level your Squadron, making them capable of completing Flagged Missions independently. The entire Squadron system might make the journey to Captain demanding, but the rewards are well worth it.
By following these steps, you will be well-prepared to advance through the ranks of your Grand Company and potentially become their captain. If you have any additional tips or suggestions, feel free to share them in the comments section!