Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration Guide

If you're like me, you've probably been waiting for something new to do with your Disciples of Hand and Land. Well, guess what? Square Enix finally delivered with Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration. Patch 7.21 introduced this awesome new content, and it’s easily one of the best ways to level your crafting and gathering classes — plus, it’s packed with sick rewards.

In this guide, I'm breaking down how to unlock Cosmic Exploration, how to make the most of Stellar Missions, how to grab those amazing Cosmic Tools, and of course, how to spin that Cosmic Fortune wheel for exclusive glam and mounts. Let's get into it.

How to Unlock Cosmic Exploration in FFXIV

Unlocking Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration is pretty straightforward. First, you need to have finished the Endwalker expansion. Once that's done, head over to Old Sharlayan (X:12.6 Y:13.6) and pick up the quest "A Cosmic Homecoming" from Namingway.

Just a heads up: you need to be on a DoH or DoL at level 10 or higher to even grab the quest. After a few cutscenes and a quick trip to Mare Lamentorum, you're officially launched into Sinus Ardorum, the heart of Cosmic Exploration.

You'll also get a Cosmic Prototype Coffer with a level 10 tool to kick things off. From there, it's all about helping the Loporrits bring life to outer space — and racking up the rewards while you're at it.

Getting Started in Cosmic Exploration

Cosmic Exploration kinda feels like a hybrid between Ishgard Restoration and Bozjan Southern Front. You've got a dedicated zone, a fancy "Exotablet" menu to track your progress, and a whole bunch of crafting and gathering missions to dive into.

Some key things to know:

• Only DoH or DoL jobs allowed.

• Separate inventory (Cosmopouch) for gathered/crafted items.

• No mounts, but you get an upgraded Stellar Sprint.

• Each mission you complete helps your World’s large-scale project.

Low on gear? Godgyth’s your gal at (X:21.8, Y:21.8) — she’s selling starter sets to get you going.

Stellar Missions: Your Main Grind

The bread and butter of Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration is the Stellar Missions. Open the Exotablet and click the green icon to pick your job's mission.

• Crafters: Craft a set number of items. Materials are provided.

• Gatherers: Farm enough items at specific gathering points.

Missions rank from Class D up to Class A. Completing missions unlocks harder ones — harder missions mean better rewards. Plus, if you finish with a "Gold Star" (High Quality crafting or max gathering nodes), you rack up even more credits.

There are also Provisional Missions (after Gold Star clears) and random Critical Missions (like FATEs) that give huge bonuses.

Stellar Success and Big Rewards

The Stellar Success menu is like your personal tracker for Cosmic Exploration. Knock out Daily and Standard tasks and you’re swimming in:

• 600 Cosmocredits

• 1000 Lunar Credits

every day. That adds up fast.

Mech Ops: The Best FATEs Ever

Spend 1,000 Lunar Credits and talk to Alerot (X:22.4, Y:20.3) to sign up for Mech Ops. If you’re lucky, you get picked to pilot a giant mech during special FATEs. If not, you can still participate as ground support.

Pilots earn Big Bang Tickets — needed for Cosmic Fortune spins — and it’s just insanely fun. Plus, participating boosts the rewards you get from your regular missions.

Cosmic Fortune: Spin to Win

Let’s be real — this is what everyone’s really grinding for. Head to Orbitingway (X:21.8, Y:21.1), drop 1,000 Lunar Credits, and spin the Cosmic Fortune.

The prizes are nuts:

• Ballroom Etiquette - Personal Perfection (Visage emote)

• Micro Rover Minion

• Loparasol Accessory

• Cosmosuit Coffer (Glam Set)

• Vacuum Suit Mount

And a ton more. Some are super rare, so expect to spin a lot. Pro tip: if you hit "Stellar Opportunity," you unlock a special roulette with even better prizes.

Cosmic Tools: Best in Slot for Crafters and Gatherers

Another reason you’ll want to live in Sinus Ardorum: Cosmic Tools.

Each crafting and gathering class gets its own Tool. They start basic, but you can upgrade them into the absolute best tools in Dawntrail.

Progress is tied to your Cosmic Exploration activities. Knock out missions, rack up contribution points, and eventually unlock and enhance your Tools with Researchingway.

If you’re still gearing up your classes, Cosmic Tools are a lifesaver — saving you tons of gil you’d otherwise spend buying upgrades every few levels.

(And if you ever need a little extra help along the way, don’t forget you can buy FFXIV Gil quickly and safely from trusted sites like PVPBank. Always a good backup if RNG is not in your favor.)

Star Contributors: Get Your Name in Lights

Feeling competitive? Every day at 2:00 a.m. PDT, Cosmic Exploration tallies up who contributed the most. If you’re a top player, your character becomes a hologram next to Scanningway — complete with a shiny aura.

Your name stays up for two full weeks. Yep, full bragging rights.

Why You Should Care About Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration

• Leveling Made Fun: If you’re tired of grinding collectibles or mindless Levequests, Cosmic Exploration feels fresh.

• Crazy Good Rewards: Glam, mounts, minions, unique emotes. It’s stacked.

• Community Driven: You’re working alongside your entire World to shape Sinus Ardorum.

• Gear Progression: Get your Cosmic Tools early and avoid painful gear grinds later.

Plus, it’s just plain fun. Cosmic Exploration brings a real sense of adventure back to crafting and gathering. It’s not just "make 100 chairs and move on." It feels alive.

Final Thoughts

Final Fantasy 14 Cosmic Exploration is hands-down some of the best non-combat content we’ve gotten in years. It's fresh, rewarding, and just the right mix of casual grind and serious investment. Whether you’re a hardcore gatherer, a crafting machine, or just someone chasing glam, there’s something here for you.

So grab your gear, sprint your heart out with Stellar Sprint, and get exploring. And hey, may your Cosmic Fortune spins always land on the good stuff.