A Labyrinth of the Ancients guide for 2020 and beyond

[@fawstyr]

as a new player who just got to crystal tower, thank you for this!

[@kvothe5824]

This is me now nervous to q

[@askmiller]

@@kvothe5824 The nice thing about a 24 man is that if you suck and don't know what you're doing, you only represent 1/24th of the party and for the older content you'll be just fine :) Worst case scenario just follow your party and don't stand in the muck.

[@bonitasullivan6370]

I have played World of Warcraft since January of 2009. I ALWAYS hated doing dungeons, raids, etc. I could never find any decent info about doing these events. I moved over to FF approximately a month ago and thanks to you, Mr.TSDS, I was able to jump right into doing the dungeons, raids, etc. Thanks for making this 70 year old really, really enjoy the gaming world!

[@orlandoporrata7212]

As a person with anxiety, thanks for this video! It really makes you feel prepared and less anxious.

[@michaelb5299]

Yep anxiety here also. Took me 3 weeks to finally get the nerve to do Keeper of the Lake lol.

[@errenstrauss991]

@@michaelb5299 I recently returned to FFXIV and I had to drink before doing Prae (I had to quit right before finishing ARR). Dungeon anxiety sucks.

[@mememaixiv3955]

Yeah I have anxiety as well. It took me weeks to have another go at Keeper, after I was kicked after just two wipes 😕 Everyone had been so nice before that dungeon, too. But I joined an FC & got to know some of them in chat, so I didn't have to go in with all strangers! We cleared first time. So my advice to people like us is to join an FC!

[@killervee3290]

Thanks for this. I’ve always been super nervous about doing raids and just avoided them, but now that it’s required for Shadowbringers I knew I had to get it done. This makes me a bit more comfortable about my first run, so again, thanks!

[@MicaDoesStuff]

No problem! I am uploading World of Darkness now in case you need that one too

[@0HeMa7]

I just first timed this raid without watching a video and I died a few times and went with the wrong group for one of the fights but ppl were still nice lol

[@fiolsvinn]

This guide was absolutely stellar. No fluff, no "watch out! this boss has a perfectly normal cone AoE!!", only the necessary stuff. I can't thank you enough for this lmao

[@SplooshGaLoosh]

I don't really like doing Dungeons, Raids, or Trials much and only do the ones needed for MSQ at the moment. I wish I would have watched this before doing this as my first Raid today. I got in with the party and there was so much going on i had no idea what was going on or what to do but now i understand where i messed up and what to do if i end up trying it again. Very concise and easy to understand, thanks for the video.

[@digitomic7333]

As an FFXIV player who was exposed to it through the Monster Hunter: World crossover, finally learning and seeing the Behemoth in it's own environment brings me a whole new level of joy. Great guide!

[@JoFlo93]

Thank you so much for this series! I’m just about to take on Crystal tower. I’ve also seen a lot of FFXIV guide videos and yours is BY FAR the easiest to follow. A lot of the times these “newcomer guides” go really fast or use too much lingo that my brain shuts off.

[@MicaDoesStuff]

Thanks! I have a tendency to over explain things but that seems to be a boon to me here lol

[@Babe__Ruths_Drunk_Uncle]

This was good, appreciate it. Been playing for 2 months and wanted to do all ARR content before moving on to HW. The bosses burned down way faster than even in your video so it wasn’t that big of deal for most of it but you explained it well and I knew what to do if it would have mattered. looking forward to future ones where mechanics will actually matter.

[@MicaDoesStuff]

Thanks and welcome to Eorzea. Working on the Syrcus Tower and World of Darkness now and want to do more guides. So appreciate the feedback :)

[@muffinvega9397]

I just unlocked CT and am nervous as heck (first Raid ever!). All the (admittedly wonderful) guides were severely out of date (6 years or more). Having this updated one is very nice! THANK YOU! I hope I can keep my alliance alive (I think all Healers get nervous at times).

[@bplup6419]

"Healers HATE that guy." I have a name, man.

[@coastersplus]

Watching this like five times before getting around to doing it was probably unnecessary, but thanks so much!

[@Tenchigumi]

Ironically, I played Monster Hunter World prior to getting back into FFXIV, and when Ecliptic Meteor showed up I was like "hey, I know what to do with this move!"

[@lindaa9005]

bless you for 2:37 and pointing out "that guy"...no I really can't heal you over there and let everyone else die... especially the tank

[@Chewie0986]

I'm a new player who just got to the Crystal Tower requirement for me to continue the main story (the requirement is new for 5.3, I believe). I was super stressed about trying this, but this video is so clear and helpful I think I'm ready to go! Thanks!

[@DerekRay16]

This put me at ease, just did the raid, what a blast. Your tips helped this paladin out a great deal. Thank you!

[@ainzzl]

I'm so glad to find an updated guide like this, seeing the raid helps with my nervousness

[@jayroc2387]

New player here, just unlocked the quest to do this and looked up a guide and glad I stumbled upon yours. Very thorough and right to the point. As someone who doesn't have a lot of raid history in MMO's this makes it less stressful going into it for the first time.

[@ComradeOgilvy369]

Brand new sprout in 2023 (new to raids as well, I was an ESO guy) and this was pretty helpful, thank you brother 👍

[@iBLACKMORAL]

I love the way you explain things and use visuals to help us know what you mean, first time ive commented on a guide to say thank you

[@MicaDoesStuff]

Aw thanks, you are very welcome.

[@ralman88]

Just started playing about a week ago, in the time of this writing, and was excited to participate in the 24 man raid. Thanks for this guide, luckily don't have to prepare too much.

[@EminemLovesGrapes]

Thanks mica, this made sure that as my first time doing a raid (as a tank, which adds to the difficulty) I didn't shit the bed entirely. Now off to the second!

[@x570Belmont]

You forgot to mention on the Atamos part, that the platform that YOUR group stands on is bringing down the shield of the corresponding color for ANOTHER group's Atamos. So, effectively, another group can actually bone your group over even if everyone in your group is doing what they should be doing.

[@EhmJhey]

As a mhw player coming to FF14 for the first time, seeing behe in this guide brings me joy. xD And seeing the similar mechanics.

[@jessicamaddox7153]

As a new player, im terrified of having this be mandatory. I already get so much anxiety just having to do hard dungeons because im not the best player. Now I feel like this is where I'm going to get stuck and have to quit playing because I cant progress.

[@dexcinder6538]

I can relate. Still you are doing your best, checking the tactics beforehand, which a lot of people don't.

[@crowshroud]

I used to be super scared too! I couldn't even queue up for anything unless I had watched a guide like 10 times, then I finally had a friend queue us in so I didn't back out in a pit of anxiety. And I still get nervous about high level content sometimes, even after hitting level 80! It takes time for that anxiety to ease, but like the other reply said, wanting to improve and wanting to be a good player for others is always the first sign of already being a good player. You won't do perfect immediately, and that's okay! Mistakes are learning experiences that everyone goes through, and we were all new at some point. Plus, you already wanna improve and do good, that puts you leagues above some stuck up jerk who never listens or cares! People give this advice a lot, but sometimes even just a 'I'm new to the dungeon/raid/trial, let me know if there's anything I should do!' message in party chat will get you VERY far.

[@dexcinder6538]

@@crowshroud Wait! What? You can solo queue dungeons with bots? Can you do palace of the dead too with your squad?

[@jessicamaddox7153]

@@crowshroud THANK YOU for that reply! That was such a nice and genuine reply I'm like a little speechless. I always try to let my group know that I'm new and everyone has been so nice and offering advise. I really needed that boost.

[@electricant55]

I just did this raid blind without reading a guide as a tank, it's really easy these days and I'm a terrible player. Caused one wipe because I didn't understand the boulder mechanic but nobody really minded, so you should be fine after this video. Good luck and have fun, it's a dope raid

[@KHMaster56]

this is so much more helpful than the mtq guide at least for the modern day way more digestible and a lot less terrifying seeing everything evaporate with max ilvl

[@CitizenSniiiips]

As a sprout part of this new influx of FFXIV players THANK YOU for these guys. Was able to stumble my way through as MT for most of them which I was happy with seeing as my only experience was watching your videos.

[@mattl5846]

New player here, im a paladin and super nervous about this raid, I feel much better after your video, I think I'll have a grasp of the mechanics now. Thanks bro!

[@EchoCian]

As an experienced player, this is a good video. The only addition I'd note here in the comments (if anyone reads them) is that for the allagan bomb fight, each tank needs to have one Vassago, and only one. I've had multiple runs lately where the dps or healers tanked one because my alliance's tank fucked off to another mob and didn't respond to us yelling at them to get back here. (One time I rescued them only to have them drag the other vassago on top of ours, so, that doesn't even work.) ABC at all times.

[@trevorregehr6292]

these guides got me and my friends through the crystal tower. thankyou. please keep doing these

[@Qilue]

2:26 As a red mage about to do this raid, watching that one on the left was educational.

[@RandyMarsh201]

About to make my first run of Labyrinth of the Ancients. Thanks for this guide! This game has been amazing so far.

[@Scarecr0wn]

Thank you! As many other new players here, I very much appreciate your guide.

[@the_maker1841]

Just started the game and this helped a lot and was quick that I was able to watch most of it during my que time

[@DioAngys]

I just cleared this today for the first time... and I'm a Paladin... yep I got meteore'd twice in a row not fully understanding how to evade it haha. Fun raid. Thanks for the video my man 😁🤙🏼

[@fandaniel598]

For anyone running this for the first time, really, there's no need to be anxious. I felt exactly the same way at first and now I run these just for fun. You'll understand why these are important later down the line, and it will be more than worth it. Unless you get a group full of the current crop of wOW reFUgEes, in which case it might be a good idea to set up a party finder post for just regular FF players. Good luck!

[@NejiOO]

Just unlocked this, really appreciate it bro. Gonna be my first MMO raid. seems easy !

[@FantaLain]

This guide was super helpful as a brand new player, honestly the hardest part was keeping up with the veterans pelting through it at top speed. Died to the Bone Dragon because they tanked in the middle and just ignored skellies - I'm assuming their higher ilvls let them survive the AOE but every sprout went down lol. Then starting the dance pad boss before half the team was there 🥲 On the bright side, I'm now ready to zone into Syrcus and just run my Lala legs off

[@DiscoPickle102]

Thanks for the guide! I'm just about to finish Stormblood and figured playing through this would be a good idea lore-wise, so I appreciate up to date guidance for this raid.

[@gwelengu]

Just want to say, this was a really good video. I learned a bit more about the mechanics when you can see them along with the advice. Some other videos will tell you what to do without showing the mechanic on screen very clearly. Overall just felt really cleanly edited video. I will def check out other guide vids you've made. I just started alliance raiding and am trying to get comfortable with healing and tanking, the controls, etc. My idea is that if I do these enough till I am actually decent at them, I'll be good enough to try harder content.

[@miker6570]

Don't stand in the yuck LOL That is one of the more creative way I have heard that described. And Yes I am still fairly new to FF14 but have raided in wow for years.

[@Slasherx28]

Perfect video. As a new player I appreciate this.

[@Redeye-x-]

Thanks for this. Can't believe they made this a requirement to continue with the story but it really doesn't look to bad.

[@Omega_Contagion]

Without ever playing this raid, or this game really. I feel that after watching this video I'd be able to handle it! Well done @Mica Does Stuff

[@MissAshley42]

I just bumbled my way through this for the first time with the alliance windows nearly smack-dab in the middle of my screen. We got through without wiping, but I definitely had trouble contributing. I should do better next time thanks to this guide!

[@emeryltekutsu4357]

Same problem here. Why did they place it there? But everyone was running so quickly I didn't even have time to try and fix it!

[@snoopwagon8760]

New player joining for end walker, much appreciated.

[@adrienesper552]

Really great guide especially for your first one! I learned a lot and it's helping me prepare for my first time tanking

[@mothman84]

Love the big black arrows at 2:30... LOL LOL LOL

[@akashiseijuro2255]

Thank you I was so confused yesterday I've been playing for about 3 weeks now and I'm a tank so I just followed everyone else

[@manuelka8271]

Just got the quest for this and I'm super thankful for this video! As a new tank this helps me so much with my fear of fucking up lol

[@marioStortuga]

Watching this while in queue

[@tjw]

You had me at “a load of dirty underwear”. This is very helpful! Thank you

[@awnstar2139]

Yep! Doing this one tomorrow the first time : ) so thanks for being so clear! Great video!

[@MicaDoesStuff]

You're welcome and thanks!

[@ksoiha]

Thanks for this! I'm new in FFXIV and this helped me get rid of the anxiety of possibly fucking things up for everyone!

[@SevenDelta]

New to the game and this guide was perfect! Thanks Mica!

[@FrankMcCauley]

Good presentation. Earned yourself a follower.

[@lisamarieholla]

Thank you for this! Made me feel better about doing my first raid :)

[@thuaners]

thank you so much! this is exactly what i needed! just unlocked it today and feels really good to have an idea what to expect and what i should do :)

[@Firestone2467]

just start playing FFXIV, on my first run through of the story, this is my first big encounter, that you for a great video

[@SilverforceX]

Thanks for the guide, just started FF14 recently and there's not many recent guides.

[@CaptainComedy]

You're a fucking superhero for making this video. Thank you so much.

[@thePG101]

OMG TY, I just started this and I die in my blind run on my BLM and boy that didnt turn out so hot. Much appreciated on the update guide!

[@arestris]

Me a returnee: "What, they force me into a 24 player raid with randoms? This can't work out!" Watching 2014 guides: "Yes, I'm dead!" --- Watching this guide, I see, I probably overthinking and should just join and burn through. :)

[@Chanisya]

Great video!!! Very easy for someone like me who doesn't know the terminology/jargon very well to follow, understand, and feel confident about! (The only thing I wasn't sure about was how to tell who has the invisible buff?) I think you're balance of detail vs to the point was spot on - thank you! :D About to do my first run with my mama xD #familygaming

[@MicaDoesStuff]

There is an icon that will show who has the invisibility buff, and everyone in the same party (A, B or C) will get it. Outside of that, their character will become a bit transparent so they won't be as easy to see.

[@Cracktune]

thanks for the 'to the point' content. instant sub and will look for your guides first. keep up the good work

[@MicaDoesStuff]

Thanks, I want to do more and am working on the next one right now. :)

[@coaster1235]

Went into labyrinth of the ancients for he first time yesterday! I died to Ecliptic Meteor and our raid wiped on the first Ancient Flare :D

[@Fortress7447]

Thank you so much, this is exactly what I was looking for!

[@bytecode5834]

Very nice guide, many thanks

[@KyuubyMaster]

Me: New RDM just going through the story, decides to watch guide cus better be prepared. Also me: *VerScream in monster hunter behemoth ptsd*

[@tron_town]

very nice and concise guide, thanks!

[@peterdarmawan5166]

Thank you for the very clear guide! Liked and subscribed 👍

[@chrisgianacas]

Great video - awesome for those of us new to FFXIV. Thanks heaps :-)

[@Nettesvideo]

Super great explanation for noobs like me. Thank you!

[@DaKineGuy]

Thank you! Just cleared it for the first time :)

[@sh1yo7]

I am anxiously avoiding this raid for weeks already. How will I know if I am group A, B or C? I already see myself running to the wrong places :D

[@MicaDoesStuff]

If you look at my party list in the video, at the top above the names of the 8 ppl in my party it says "alliance C" which means I am in party C :)

[@sh1yo7]

@@MicaDoesStuff thanks, I totally missed the obvious :)

[@MicaDoesStuff]

@@sh1yo7 All good. Sometimes these things are easy to miss. :)

[@sh1yo7]

@@MicaDoesStuff just finished my run :) no wipe even, yay!

[@MicaDoesStuff]

@@sh1yo7 Congrats!

[@toolbox0]

Just did it, thank you so much!

[@hassanbayomy7566]

Perfect Guide, thanks

[@goubles6878]

Loved the video, one comment is if you could slip the 0:00 tags in for each boss. Just for quick reference. Thanks!

[@richardshepherd8507]

thanks!

[@Hawwwlucha]

...I may need to re-run Labyrinth of the Ancients, I'm a tank main but I don't recall ever seeing that pool of poison with the first boss

[@valaraukare6670]

That is some quality guide right here! Liked and subbed :)

[@brbfapping]

Thank you.

[@armind7]

Nice guide, thank you!

[@anthonytaurentino7896]

thank you very much for this !

[@leosabat4636]

tnks bro i reely need this. hope for you the best

[@xaviercrews7162]

first time doing a raid thanks!

[@happynami4008]

Your video is a blessing. Thank you

[@DjLakey-S]

Amazing guide thank you

[@MunchyMinotaur]

Thank you, thank you , thank you!!!

[@Omega_Contagion]

Bahahaha! "Save you a lot of dirty underwear" freakin' hilarious.

[@dfsdfsdfd]

Really useful video, thank you

[@venchet]

this was really helpful - thanks!

[@deesh_is_deesh]

Yes!! Thank you!

[@darkslayer709]

As a Melee DPS, I hate that final boss so much. Tanks always seem to love to pull him as far away from my spot as possible so I have to pop a Sprint to get back.

[@em_ma_]

Thank you :)

[@hectorchao1962]

Good stuff!

[@sadmezcalita]

you're awesome, thanks for this

[@hanav5228]

Thank you!! Pls continue good samaritan ;-;

[@lukapitkanen3333]

I just did this the first time and I wish I watched this beforehand. I was so lost the whole time and I was a tank... we wiped a few times lol

[@alexmassie6689]

This helped so much thank youuuu