Final Fantasy XIV is Square Enix's critically acclaimed MMORPG that famously recovered from a disastrous 1.0 launch to become one of the most popular MMOs in the world. With five expansion packs (Heavensward through Dawntrail), it offers hundreds of hours of story content widely praised as some of the best Final Fantasy narratives ever written. The job system lets a single character play all 20+ combat jobs plus crafting and gathering classes. Content ranges from casual story dungeons to savage raids and ultimate fights requiring precise coordination among 8-player groups.
Your choice of equipment defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manderville Relic weapons | S | Warrior | Solid choice. |
| Savage raid weapons | A | White Mage | Solid choice. |
| Extreme trial weapons | A | Black Mage | Solid choice. |
| Crafted pentamelded gear | B | Dragoon | Solid choice. |
| Tomestone weapons | B | Samurai | Solid choice. |
S-Tier: Manderville Relic weapons
Manderville Relic weapons is a top-tier option in Final Fantasy XIV Online.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Warrior |
| Key Mechanic | global cooldown combat |
| Recommended Build | Warrior |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using Manderville Relic weapons: Pairs naturally with Warrior thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Savage raid weapons
Savage raid weapons is a strong option in Final Fantasy XIV Online.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | White Mage |
| Key Mechanic | job system |
| Recommended Build | White Mage |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Savage raid weapons: Pairs naturally with White Mage thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Extreme trial weapons
Extreme trial weapons is a strong option in Final Fantasy XIV Online.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Black Mage |
| Key Mechanic | duty finder |
| Recommended Build | Black Mage |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Extreme trial weapons: Pairs naturally with Black Mage thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Crafted pentamelded gear
Crafted pentamelded gear is a specialized option in Final Fantasy XIV Online.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Dragoon |
| Key Mechanic | main scenario quest |
| Recommended Build | Dragoon |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Crafted pentamelded gear: Pairs naturally with Dragoon thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Tomestone weapons
Tomestone weapons is a specialized option in Final Fantasy XIV Online.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Samurai |
| Key Mechanic | crafting and gathering |
| Recommended Build | Samurai |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Tomestone weapons: Pairs naturally with Samurai thanks to stat scaling synergies.
Equipment Progression Path
The order you should acquire equipment as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Ul'dah
- Savage raid weapons → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Extreme trial weapons → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- Manderville Relic weapons → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Equipment Tips
- Always upgrade your primary equipment before diversifying — one strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your equipment to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Always Be Casting (ABC) — even in movement-heavy mechanics, use instant-cast abilities to avoid GCD downtime
- Check our tier list for how equipment rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Final Fantasy XIV Online Guides
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Final Fantasy XIV Online Overview
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Best Builds
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Tier List
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Walkthrough
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Beginner's Guide
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Tips & Tricks
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Combat Guide
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Boss Guide
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Maps & Locations
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Crafting Guide
- Final Fantasy XIV Online Classes & Characters
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