How to Be a Black Mage on Final Fantasy XIV

Becoming a Black Mage in Final Fantasy XIV requires following a few steps:

1. Choose a starting class: To become a Black Mage, you first need to choose and level up a starting class to level 30. The recommended classes are Thaumaturge, Arcanist, or Pugilist.

2. Complete the main story quest: Once you have reached level 30 in your starting class, you need to complete the main story quest "Sylph-management" in the Arcanist's Guild in Limsa Lominsa, located in the Lower Decks. This will unlock the ability to become a Black Mage.

3. Unlock the job quest: Once you have completed the main story quest, you need to talk to the Thaumaturge Guildmaster in Ul'dah, located in the Steps of Thal, to unlock the Black Mage job quest.

4. Complete the Black Mage job quest: After unlocking the job quest, you will need to complete a series of quests that will teach you the abilities and spells that you will need to use as a Black Mage.

5. Obtain the Black Mage Soul Crystal: After completing the job quest, you will receive a Black Mage Soul Crystal, which you need to equip to become a Black Mage.

6. Level up and practice: After becoming a Black Mage, you will need to continue to level up your character and practice using your abilities to become more proficient in combat.

7. Gear up: As you progress, you will need to acquire appropriate gear and equipment for your character to optimize your stats and increase your effectiveness in combat.

8. Join a party: As a Black Mage, you can deal a lot of damage, but you are also quite fragile. Joining a party and playing with others can help you learn how to use your abilities effectively while staying alive.

Remember that becoming a Black Mage requires time, effort, and practice. Keep at it and enjoy the journey!