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Tales of  the White Night

02, Ward_30, The Mist,

Server: LongChaoShenDian

"A Secluded Abandoned Botanical Garden by the Sea, Where Passing Cats Steal Away to Dream of Starry Skies." If you come across a doorplate bearing these words, you’ve arrived at the entrance to her courtyard. Step inside and find a place to sit for a while—it will undoubtedly be a worthwhile experience.

Located in the elevated northwestern part of the Mist, the large house named Tales of the White Night has been gradually curating the natural greenery of Eorzea since the summer of 2023 (7AE 10). It is a serene and soothing retreat.

Upon entering, if it is daytime in Eorzea, you’ll find yourself in a lush, verdant space. Above, a few windows appear to float within this natural world, their incoming light blending with the glow of lower lamps to create an ambience that welcomes you, whether it be day or night.

To the right of the entrance is a cosy seating area for two, while three elevated couches in the main hall allow you to lounge facing the backrest. If you prefer a more private retreat, follow the passage to the left of the entrance to reach several secluded rooms. Stepping through a door transports you to distinct spaces, each with its unique atmosphere. One of them is a charming Christmas cabin—where you can stand by a snow-dusted windowsill, a warm cup of coffee in hand, gazing down at the quiet, silver-lined alley below.

Should you meet the owner, a cup of Chamomile Tea or Espresso con Panna might be offered to you, with a gentle reminder: "Rest well." Here, you’re free to settle into any comfortable spot and take a peaceful respite.

For those Warrior of Light in Eorzea who wish to temporarily escape their current worries, lying with their face against the back of the couch may not solve the problem, but it certainly helps in pulling themselves together. That's right—preparing for the next journey ahead.

Not every corner is dominated by shades of green—some spots here have their own distinct colors. That’s where Tales of the White Night’s design truly shines.

The curator and owner, Swan, once ran a café in the Black Shroud. Drawing from a refined sense of spatial design and an observant appreciation of the passage of time, they gradually shaped this haven where sunlight filters through dense foliage to grace every visitor. Swan sought to create an environment where adventurers, amidst their busy lives, could find a quiet place to sit and reflect.

The interior is perpetually accompanied by the melody of Neath Dark Waters. With each deep, resonant piano note, your heart seems to merge into the space, becoming a part of it.

Swan has imbued this place with new meaning: “This house exists as an objective reality, recording the passage of time between day and night. Those who come here carry all manner of emotions, memories, perceptions, and thoughts—even if shared with others, there will always be parts of themselves they may or may not realise. When no guests are present, it continues to document the plants, the sunlight, and the atmosphere left unfelt.”

Most who visit form their own unique impressions. Some come seeking quiet, using the space to reconnect with their emotions. Others settle in with a few friends, chatting softly so as not to disturb.

Swan is deeply grateful to every guest who takes the time to visit here. Originally intended as a personal sanctuary, the act of sharing has allowed others to experience the subtle, soul-stirring transformations this botanical haven inspires.

If you’re looking for a place to idle away some time, as an authority on Eorzean experiences, I highly recommend lingering here. Observe the play of light and shadow on leaves, teacups, and book covers—and perhaps, within yourself, a quiet metamorphosis.

Across the World, Within the Heart and Being Remembered

On 04 Aug 2025

Many may not fully grasp how they exist in the hearts of others. I, too, was once among them.

Since the introduction of the cross-data centre travel feature, countless adventurers have flocked to bustling servers. Stories abound of long-lost comrades reuniting in this world—mentors embracing their former novices, now mentors themselves, who journey across servers to visit those who once guided them. Each reunion is a scene woven with warmth and emotion.

Yet, this very freedom to traverse between worlds has also meant that some meet less frequently than before. At times, it almost feels as though they've forgotten one another. I, too, once believed this to be true.

But reality tells a different story.

When you return home after a long shift at the RP venue, ready to sleep for the evening, only to find a plate of still-warm dishes left for you…

When you're about to log off, and someone rushes over just to gift you a freshly unearthed garment from their treasure hunt…

That's when you realise—in their hearts, you are the one they worry about, wondering, "Have you been eating well?" You are the one they think of the moment joy finds them, eager to share their happiness with you.

Thank you… for walking this path alongside me. Even if we reside on different servers, even if our time together is fleeting, know that in our hearts, we carry each other always.

THE EORZEAN issue.001: RP Scene - SweatHeart

 SweatHeart

33, Ward_21, The Lavender Beds

Server: BaiJinHuanXiang.

Upon entering, you're greeted by enthusiastic staff behind the counter, eager to introduce the services on offer. Flipping through the guestbook on the bar, you’ll find heartfelt notes from past visitors, each a small testament to their experiences.

The shop specialises in a light or no RP atmosphere, gathering most of Eorzea's popular minigames under one roof—all in the hope that every guest leaves more relaxed and happy than when they arrived. "Our priority is the customer’s experience," says CheYing, who handles the shop's promotions.

CheYing also oversees staff recruitment. When asked what qualities he values most, he doesn't hesitate: "Do they have Creativity? Do they have Patience?" Creative individuals bring energy and enthusiasm to the SweatHeart, he explains, while those who remain patience ensure those ideas are realised steadily, without haste.

Not long ago, on a sweltering summer day along the shores of Costa del Sol, SweatHeart—under the leadership of ZERO, its visionary proprietor—joined forces with RP establishments from across four servers to host a dazzling open-air performance on the MengYu server. Lasting three exhilarating hours, the event featured a rotating cast of dance troupes, each bringing their own flair to the sun-drenched stage. The collaboration not only showcased SweatHeart’s growing influence in Eorzea's social scene but also hinted at a broader ambition: to weave together communities through ever more vibrant, large-scale spectacles. This was no mere gathering—it was a statement, a promise of richer, more immersive experiences yet to come for every citizen of Eorzea.

Becoming a Reaper

Today I unlocked the Reaper job! It all started when I was helping some rich guy with his problem, but turns out he owed money to a group of mercenaries—who were actually Reapers. They saw potential in me and took me to their base (always), the Lemures Headquarters. There, a leader named Drusilla gave me a task to prove myself.

Seems like they're not into anything illegal or shady—instead, they deal with Voidsent (a monster name). As a reward, they'd teach me the ancient Garlean art of assassination. Sounds pretty cool, right?

Even though I unlocked the job (Reaper starts at lv70), I'm not gonna level it up right away. I wanna get my other three mel
ee jobs (MNK, DRG, NIN) to 70 first, then train them all together later.

Cosmos Mission Log: Where's My Gundam?!

  On 26 JUN 2025

Today was my first time joining the new Cosmos Mission. When the bunny driver dropped me off at the base in the moon rover, the place was already packed—so many people gathering and crafting stuff.

It’s not just about gathering and crafting, though. Sometimes there’s an emergency alert, and everyone rushes to pilot these robots (crafters here casually call them "Gundams"—no idea why) or bulldozers to clear weird lunar fungi or minerals. But you gotta win the lottery for pilot rights. If you don’t, you can still join as a helper.

My mentor stuck around with me too. I checked the credit points per task, and… yeah, looks like I'll have to grind here daily to afford some outfits and emotes. But the stuff I really want—the spacesuit and the Gundam—are locked behind a lottery wheel. You need 1,000 points for one spin, and each crafting Mission only gives about 50. The drop rates are brutal too. Who knows when I’ll get lucky?

I totally forgot how to craft properly. Everyone's saying you need macros and food buffs to make anything decent. Luckily, the suit Enatsu made for me lets me crank out B-rank items even without any food buff.

Did three spins today—still no Gundam. Time to log off. My mentor, who’d been AFK this whole time, suddenly got up and said she is heading back to the construction shift.

My Mentor Stayed With Me Until Midnight

On_21 JUN 2025

Afternoon: Hung out in our FC house yard with Enatsu and my mentor. When my mentor found out I was working a shift at the RP venue later, she said she’d swing by to check out the place.

Evening: The venue was in the Lavender Beds (on another server). Clocked in on time—since it was an idol-themed cafe, most of us were either dancing on the stage in the main hall or entertaining guests.

Sure enough, my mentor showed up at the entrance. I was about to greet her when a guest walked in. She quickly sent me a /tell, warning me that she’d met that player before and they might act rude, so I should be careful.

Later, a bunch of staff and guests went into a private room to hang out. Things got wild—two staff members who lost a game had to act out a scene from some anime, complete with dramatic duel lines. No clue about the lore, but it was hilarious.

Next round, the losers had to fight in the Wolves' Den. Everyone headed out, and my mentor /tell’d me asking how it was going, saying she’d wait for me in the main hall.

At the Wolves' Den, we dueled in pairs. I was stuck as WHM against a SAM, so I just ran around healing until I ate dirt.

By the time we wrapped up, it was super late. Our shift ended, and everyone started dipping (leaving the party and logging off). I quick-ported back to the Lavender Beds to hop servers… and then realized I’d totally forgotten my mentor was still waiting at the venue.

Teleported back like “OH CRAP,” then met her at the aetheryte. We finally headed home together.

Big thanks to my mentor for sticking around that late just for me.

Got Kicked for Saying Hello

Once, while playing as a DPS job in a randomly matched dungeon, I greeted the other three players at the starting point. But as I was typing my greeting in the chatbox, they had already rushed ahead, and I could see hordes of enemies swarming toward them. After sending my greeting, I quickly ran over to join the battle.

After the first wave of enemies was defeated, one of the players said, "We're getting hit, and you're still typing."

Then, suddenly, a vote-kick prompt appeared on my screen. It must have been unanimously agreed upon by all three of them.

I believe greeting others upon first meeting is basic courtesy—at least, that's how I see it. In this world of Eorzea, due to the Roulette matchmaking, some people might only fight alongside you this one time.

At the time, I was furious. After leaving, I told NuomiTuan about it, and she said that two of them were probably a couple, and the third might have just gone along with the vote (if not their friend, it was blind conformity). She told me to check the logs and add them to my blacklist. When LemonCool heard about it, he also found it hard to understand their toxic behaviours and suggested to personally take me through dungeons to level up.

For a while, I didn't want to queue for dungeons anymore, afraid of encountering unfriendly players. But remembering the support of good friends, I mustered the courage to enter that dungeon again and continued forward with new teammates.

Not everyone will understand your actions, and not everyone shares the same values.

Hydaelyn is no longer here to protect us, but there are still friends who support each other, helping you stay strong and move forward.