{"id":34998,"date":"2025-12-12T20:27:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T20:27:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/?p=34998"},"modified":"2026-03-05T16:17:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T16:17:00","slug":"ffxiv-7-4-arcadion-heavyweight-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/ffxiv-7-4-arcadion-heavyweight-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Unlock Arcadion Heavyweight (FFXIV 7.4) + Full Loot Table &amp; Savage Prep Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/ffxiv\/\">Final Fantasy XIV<\/a> Patch 7.4: Into the Mist brings the final chapter of the Arcadion raid series\u2014Heavyweight\u2014a spectacle-driven tier packed with brutal mechanics, flashy visuals, and the highest item level loot of the expansion. Whether you&#8217;re chasing clears or prepping for Savage progression, this guide has you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In this guide, you\u2019ll find:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to unlock Arcadion:<\/strong> Heavyweight (Normal and Savage)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weekly lockout rules and Item Level requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arena mechanics and boss overviews for M1 to M4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loot tables and token costs for gear and weapons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savage drop breakdown and best-in-slot item details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Week 1 raid prep checklist and gearing strategy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glamour preview:<\/strong> Solution 9 aesthetics and rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to get boosts for raids, gil, gear, and jobs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-39.webp\" alt=\"FFXIV 7.4 Arcadion Heavyweight Raid Guide: Savage Loot, New Trial, and UI Colour Theme Changes\" class=\"wp-image-35012\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-39.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-39-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-39-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-block-prize\">\n    Dive deeper into the article to find a special <span>promo code<\/span> for a discount to save on all your boosts.\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Unlock Arcadion Heavyweight (FFXIV 7.4 Raid Access)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessing the new raid tier requires players to be up to date with the main narrative and the specific Arcadion quest chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"642\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/how-to-unlock-arcadion-heavyweight-ffxiv-7.4-full-loot-table-savage-prep-guide-visual-selection-1.webp\" alt=\"Final Arcadion Raid Tier Explained: Unlocks, Tsukuyomi\u2019s Pain Unreal, and Savage Prep in Patch 7.4\" class=\"wp-image-34999\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/how-to-unlock-arcadion-heavyweight-ffxiv-7.4-full-loot-table-savage-prep-guide-visual-selection-1.webp 642w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/how-to-unlock-arcadion-heavyweight-ffxiv-7.4-full-loot-table-savage-prep-guide-visual-selection-1-471x440.webp 471w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 642px) 100vw, 642px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quest Requirements:<\/strong> Players must complete the new Main Scenario Quests added in Patch 7.4, starting with &#8220;Into the Mist.&#8221; Just came back to FFXIV and still stuck below level 100? 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Our FFXIV Gearing Services are sure to get you raid-ready in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Release Date &amp; Schedule:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Normal Difficulty:<\/strong> Available immediately with the release date of Patch 7.4 (<strong>Tuesday, December 16, 2025<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Savage Difficulty:<\/strong> Releases three weeks later on <strong>Tuesday, January 6, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Note:<\/strong> The Savage mode delay is intended to give players time to enjoy the holidays and the new trailer content without the pressure of week-one progression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Weekly Lockouts (Normal):<\/strong> Each floor drops one token per week per player, which can be exchanged for armor immediately. Lockouts typically remain in place until a future catch-up patch (e.g., 7.48). Note that the specific &#8220;Blade&#8221; token required for weapons typically requires 7 weeks of clearing the fourth floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reset Time:<\/strong> Weekly lockouts reset every Tuesday at 8:00 AM UTC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s New in Arcadion: Heavyweight Arena Mechanics &amp; Environmental Gimmicks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/the-finals-season-7-weapons-tier-list-11.webp\" alt=\"Final Fantasy XIV 7.4: Raid Encounters, Phantom Weapon Drops &amp; The Mistwake Trial Boss Fight\" class=\"wp-image-35044\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/the-finals-season-7-weapons-tier-list-11.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/the-finals-season-7-weapons-tier-list-11-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/the-finals-season-7-weapons-tier-list-11-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Heavyweight division leans heavily into the &#8220;spectacle&#8221; theme established in earlier tiers but introduces stricter environmental mechanics. As the trailer offers a fresh look at the arena, players can see that this tier utilizes the environment\u2014water, lava, and stage transformations\u2014as active combat elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Difficulty Context:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mechanically, players can expect a structure closer to the later tiers of <strong>Pandaemonium<\/strong>. Struggling with Pandaemonium\u2019s Savage mechanics? Our FFXIV Pandaemonium Savage Raid Boost will unlock and clear Asphodelos, Abyssos, or Anabaseios for you \u2014 parsing logs, achievements, and all. Skip the stress and get raid-ready. The Normal mode mechanics are straightforward but punish poor positioning severely due to environmental layering. Success relies heavily on camera control and spatial awareness; players must constantly monitor the background and arena edges, as hazard indicators may not always appear on the floor immediately. Wipe to mechanics no matter what you try? We\u2019ve been there. Book a FFXIV Coaching Session and learn real strategy from top-tier raiders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arcadion Raid Boss Mechanics (M1\u2013M4 Floor Guide)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-25-1.webp\" alt=\"Everything in FFXIV 7.4 Arcadion Savage: New Frontline Map, Gear Set Bonuses, and Loot Breakdown\" class=\"wp-image-35045\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-25-1.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-25-1-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-25-1-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arcadion raid series, alongside the new musical collaborations, creates a unique atmosphere for these fights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following encounter details are based on official trailers and Live Letter previews. Exact mechanics may vary slightly on release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M1: The Brothers (Redhot &amp; Deep Blue)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Fight:<\/strong> The opening encounter features a tag-team duo representing Fire and Water elements on a square platform surrounded by water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key Mechanics:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Surfing:<\/strong> The water-aspected boss utilizes the perimeter to execute &#8220;Tidal Wave&#8221; style attacks. He physically surfs across the arena background, requiring players to visually identify his starting point to avoid wide cleaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phasing:<\/strong> Previews from the <strong>Producer Live Broadcast<\/strong> suggest a phase where the bosses separate. This implies a split-focus check where the party must manage rapid-fire AoEs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tank Mechanics:<\/strong> Expect tank swaps or vulnerability stacks. Heavy cleaves are present, so positioning is vital to prevent splashing damage onto the party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M2: Environmental Hazards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Fight:<\/strong> Based on showcased upcoming additions in the Live Letter, the second encounter escalates the environmental threat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key Mechanics:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lava Transformation:<\/strong> The arena floor appears capable of transforming into lava, restricting safe zones to specific elevated platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wave Sweeps:<\/strong> Massive waves have been observed sweeping over the arena. These likely operate on a timer or HP threshold, requiring players to find cover or risk an instant KO.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M3 &amp; M4: The Final Showdowns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Square Enix has not previewed mechanics for these floors to preserve the narrative experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Expectations:<\/strong> Following standard design, M3 often introduces complex debuff puzzles. M4 serves as the cinematic climax and final boss with a unique &#8220;Ringmaster\u2019s Momentum&#8221; mechanic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Music:<\/strong> The new rewards for your ears include a brand new track titled &#8220;Everything Burns,&#8221; featured in the raid. This song comes from Tom Morello&#8217;s new album and features Caleb Shomo, bringing a heavy rock edge to the fight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/final-fantasy-xiv-gil.webp\" alt=\"Buy FFXIV Gil\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy FFXIV Gil<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Leave the grind to us!<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/ffxiv\/boost\/gil\/\" class=\"white-button\">Buy now!<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arcadion Loot Table: Token Costs, IL Breakdown &amp; Savage Gear Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ffxiv-53.webp\" alt=\"Arcadion Heavyweight Savage Guide: Phantom Jobs, Duty Support Updates, and How to Farm It All\" class=\"wp-image-35046\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ffxiv-53.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ffxiv-53-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ffxiv-53-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The loot system follows the standard high-end raid structure for even-numbered patches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Normal Mode Loot Table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Normal raids drop tokens exchanged at vendors in Solution 9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Gear Slot<\/td><td>Token Cost<\/td><td>Weeks to Earn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Head \/ Hands \/ Feet<\/strong><\/td><td>2 Tokens<\/td><td>2 Weeks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Body \/ Legs<\/strong><\/td><td>4 Tokens<\/td><td>4 Weeks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Accessories<\/strong><\/td><td>1 Token<\/td><td>1 Week<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weapon<\/strong><\/td><td>7 Blade Tokens*<\/td><td>7 Weeks<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*Note: <\/strong>Weapons require 7 Blade tokens (dropped from M4) plus a Tomestone commodity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Savage Mode Loot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Armor Item Level:<\/strong> <strong>790<\/strong> (Best-in-Slot).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weapon Item Level:<\/strong> <strong>795<\/strong> (Massive power spike).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weekly Cap:<\/strong> Each Savage floor drops one gear coffer and one Upgrade Book per week per player. Books can be exchanged for gear if drops are unlucky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Savage Drop Distribution (Expected):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Floor 1:<\/strong> Drops Head, Hands, and Feet coffers, plus an Upgrade Book.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Floor 2:<\/strong> Drops Leg coffers and the <strong>Tomestone Coating<\/strong> (Accessory upgrade).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Floor 3:<\/strong> Drops Body coffers and the <strong>Tomestone Twine<\/strong> (Armor upgrade).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Floor 4:<\/strong> Drops the Weapon Coffer and the <strong>Tomestone Weapon Upgrade<\/strong> material.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip: <\/strong>Remember to use the Coatings and Twines to augment your purchased Tomestone gear (IL 780) to Savage Item Level (IL 790).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arcadion Armor &amp; Weapon Glamour: Solution 9 Gear Preview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-21.webp\" alt=\"Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.4: How To Unlock Savage Modes, Score Gold Saucer Rewards &amp; Prep for PvP\" class=\"wp-image-35047\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-21.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-21-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-21-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Heavyweight gear sets deviate from high fantasy, fully embracing the cyberpunk, streetwear aesthetic of the Solution 9 hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Glamour Updates:<\/strong> A major quality of life update in this patch is the removal of level and class restrictions for armor glamour purposes. Players can now glamour armor regardless of their previous level or class restrictions, provided they can equip the base item. However, note that job restrictions still apply for weapons to preserve unique character animations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Armor Style:<\/strong> The sets feature modern tactical gear, hoodies, and zippers. The chest pieces, particularly the long coats, have strong silhouettes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weapon Aesthetics:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Paladin:<\/strong> Features a blade with a tactical scope.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Machinist:<\/strong> Highly stylized, resembling a comic-book prop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Savage Week 1 Checklist: Gear Goals, Consumables &amp; Raid Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-22.webp\" alt=\"FFXIV\u2019s Final Arcadion Raid Tier: Cosmic Exploration, Clear Green UI Themes, and Savage Loot Guide\" class=\"wp-image-35048\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-22.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-22-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-22-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With the three-week delay between Normal and Savage, players have ample time to optimize using system updates and new content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New UI Elements for Raiding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Two major miscellaneous updates will aid in progression:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Strategy Board:<\/strong> A long-awaited feature and new UI element that allows players to create and share tactical diagrams directly in-game. This UI element, inspired by third-party tools, will be essential for coordinating positioning in Party Finder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Command Panel:<\/strong> A new custom hotbar feature that saves screen space. It is highly useful for storing raid consumables, food, markers, or macros that don&#8217;t need to be on your primary hotbar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expected Gearing Path<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Players aiming for Week 1 Savage progression should aim for an expected Item Level of ~780, assuming the new crafted gear follows standard scaling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weapon:<\/strong> Acquire the weapon from the <strong>Trial Hell on Rails<\/strong>. You will need to complete the Extreme modes of this encounter to obtain the high-IL weapon (likely IL 785). The drop rate is typically one weapon per 5 totems (clears) if you don&#8217;t get a direct drop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Armor:<\/strong> A mix of Normal Raid gear (IL 770) and the new Crafted Gear set. Pentameld your crafted pieces for maximum stats. Pentamelding is expensive. Don\u2019t waste hours grinding Gil\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/ffxiv\/boost\/gil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy FFXIV Gil<\/a> to fully meld and prep your gear for Savage right now.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tomestones:<\/strong> Cap the new Allagan Tomestones weekly. Prioritize pieces with optimal substats (Crit &gt; DH for most DPS).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Week 1 Checklist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clear MSQ:<\/strong> Finish &#8220;Into the Mist&#8221; and the new dungeon to unlock the raid content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlock Raid:<\/strong> Complete the quest chain for Arcadion: Heavyweight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clear Normal:<\/strong> Obtain 1 token from all 4 floors (Accessories first if using Crafted left-side).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cap Tomestones:<\/strong> Hit the 450 weekly cap for the new currency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hell on Rails:<\/strong> Farm the <strong>Hell on Rails<\/strong> Extreme trial for a weapon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy Consumables:<\/strong> Stockpile the latest Grade of Tinctures and Food (Crit\/DH).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unreal Trial:<\/strong> While not part of raid prep, clearing the New Unreal Trial, Tsukuyomi&#8217;s Pain, rewards materia and Faux Leaves, and offers a solid warm-up for mechanic-heavy content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ffxiv-weekly-activities-bundle.webp\" alt=\"Buy FFXIV Weekly Activities Bundle\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy FFXIV Weekly Activities Bundle<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Leave the grind to us!<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/ffxiv\/boost\/weekly-activities-bundle\/\" class=\"white-button\">Buy now!<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Catch Up IL Fast in Patch 7.4: Variant Dungeons &amp; Vendor Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-48.webp\" alt=\"Patch 7.4 Raid Guide: Phantom Weapon Farming, Composer Soken\u2019s Track, and Hildibrand Returns?!\" class=\"wp-image-35049\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-48.webp 1071w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-48-780x437.webp 780w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patch-7.3-pvp-and-pve-tier-list-48-768x430.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are struggling to reach the IL requirements, you can utilize other content in the patch for fill-in gear or currency:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Variant Dungeons:<\/strong> The new Variant Dungeon titled The Merchant&#8217;s Tale (arriving in 7.45) will offer alternative gearing paths for alt jobs later in the patch cycle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Occult Crescent:<\/strong> The added Occult Crescent update introduces phantom jobs like Mystic Knight. While mostly focused on exploration and lore, it\u2019s worth checking vendors for cosmetics or light gearing options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Leveling alt jobs for Patch 7.4? Our <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/ffxiv\/boost\/alt-job\/\">FFXIV Alt Job Leveling Boost<\/a> instantly skips the grind \u2014 start at 100, unlock your Artifact gear, and dive into new content without wasting time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-block-prize\">\n    Dive deeper into the article to find a special <span>promo code<\/span> for a discount to save on all your boosts.\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arcadion Heavyweight tier offers a robust conclusion to the Dawntrail raid cycle. By utilizing the Strategy Board, securing your Trial Hell on Rails weapon, and mastering camera awareness, players will be well-positioned to tackle the Savage difficulty when it unlocks in January. Good luck in the ring!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.4: Into the Mist brings the final chapter of the Arcadion raid series\u2014Heavyweight\u2014a spectacle-driven tier packed with brutal mechanics, flashy visuals, and the highest item level loot of the expansion. Whether you&#8217;re chasing clears or prepping for Savage progression, this guide has you covered. 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