Heroes Forge Ahead - FFXIV OST

I would die for Hythlodaeus.
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[@darkelfproductions]

"I bid them all this time to remember, but it seems I was the one who had forgotten... a right fool you've made of me, Hermes! And to add insult to injury, I've been denied a sound rest... forced to watch this clamorous show!"

[@elizawulf8180]

"Oh come now, it's been a gripping tale. Unbreakable bonds and noble sacrifice, sprinkled with moments of levity to counteract the pathos. It's got it all. I for one would have been perfectly content to watch enraptured from the stalls..."

[@darkelfproductions]

@@elizawulf8180 "But I wont say no to a bit part!"

[@wiseman46237]

Who ever would've thought leaving Shadowbringers that Emet of all people would be giving us hope and putting a smile on our face in the darkest of times :')

[@tacitidesong]

@@elizawulf8180 Hythlodaeus literally over here analyzing the plot all meta-like.

[@Scurpmun]

@Y’vaan "Half faded souls of the dead. Isn't that obvious?"

[@asheliahollows7491]

"Do not squander it. The Legacy I leave you." I still get chills man. What an affirmation to Shadowbringers.

[@remrem-gx3ml]

when you realize it not just his legacy....but that of everyone who has ever lived....

[@phoenixwulf6010]

it is so tragic- he said to have us remember them but he is the one who forgot about us. On top of that we both try to kill each other...

[@unwashedotaku]

This was the line that change my entire opinion on Emet Selch. I realized here that he had NO idea what had happened, and made the only choice he could to restore his people.

[@kaseigunsou]

This line along with our WOL trying to reach up to Emet and Emet smiling was all I needed to cry yet another time. Its amazing how this game manages to break you into pieces over just one tiny line of dialog. This tiny line of dialog having so many heavy implications and ramifications you feel the weight of all these thousand years and deaths upon your shoulders. The game has so many moments like this, where one tiny piece of dialog makes the story flash before your eyes as you add yet another game changing layer to it all.

[@tacitidesong]

It's such a meaningful line, because at this moment he truly doesn't believe the WoL. But perhaps their familiarity, or because of just how crazy that day has been, he's willing to suspend his disbelief and encourage them all the same.

[@calamaty2007]

I love that the chain of events that will lead to saving the universe is basically tricking one of the villains in a "look over there" plan. This expansion's writing was so good.

[@Ketiseb]

Was never a villain.

[@zegreatpumpkinani9161]

I think that's actually one of the most poorly written scenes in the game for the reason you like it... it's another "and now I must monolgue on how I tricked you while you stare at me doing nothing because I assure you this combat tactic was very smart and cool" Feels like the writer is just insecure. Not to say it's objectively bad but there is a lot of cringe that comes along with all the good in this game.

[@AcraViolet]

It was really not... 😢

[@SwitchZetto]

@@zegreatpumpkinani9161 It's the same person that wrote the entirety of Shadowbringers, so I'm sure she had something on her mind

[@Art2D2]

​@@zegreatpumpkinani9161You are entitled to garbage opinions.

[@Everlarke]

Man, I had so many emotions during this scene. From tremendous fury towards Hermes to utter sadness that everything with Hythodaelus and Emet, all of the bonding we just did, would cease to exist. Elpis was a trip.

[@keithfilibeck2390]

"You will NOT end our journey, that is our answer, from all lives on Ether is, past and present"

[@DarthSanguine]

*Etheirys

[@warrendesenberg]

I love how all the Elpis stuff was like a prequel done right. You already know who’s going to live and die, but still totally engaging plot

[@phoenixwulf6010]

yeah it hit so hard at Hermes action as well everyone else involved.

[@stephbenson7340]

Hermes was so distracted with his "mankind must be put to the test" shtick that he forgot where the spatial confluence was in the building he was in charge of

[@thesunthrone]

"Ours is the wisdom to weave the fabric of reality. Ours is the power to create!"

[@itsjonesh]

This is probably my favourite piece of music in Endwalker after Close in the Distance. It's uplifting and makes me feel heroic. Gets you really hype.

[@agentriot]

lolno

[@custardpup6385]

You know the cutscene is about to go hard as fuck when this plays.

[@MaskedBishop]

It always reminds me of this important scene, the story of two unforgotten heroes!

[@TheSadJamaicanDude]

It took me FOREVER to find this track. Loved hearing this during the final FINAL bout with Scarmiglione.

[@CaliMisfit]

SAME! This track was slappin hard when the Scions and Zero stood together!

[@SkepticalChris]

I would call this Hythlodaeus' theme, since it has that upbeat optimism that he always showed.

[@uvi-]

aight, I gotchu

[@Catto217]

Yes and no one can change my mind.

[@gerse111]

Same, that or the theme of Hyth, Hades, and Azem together as a trio, solving problems and saving the world. Here, and then again in Thule this plays when they create the flower field for us. Goosebumps every time.

[@ashitakaharuo]

this theme always makes me smile. it's quite possibly my favorite in the entire game at least as far as non-fight OSTs are concerned. i loved the ancients so much, i felt so "saved" already just being in elpis with these scholarly and calm people.

[@jacobteague635]

This theme is used so much, it just goes to show how important Hythlodaeus was and the impact he had

[@Kumiko026]

First time going through this cutscene, for a split second I though Hylodeaus was evil because of that smirk he put on as your character was flying off the platform, and I screamed until Emmet and him were talking about their plan to confuse Hermes. I don’t think I ever sighed so heavily with relief in my life. XD

[@lavenderrain3379]

I always get the biggest grin on my face during this song, even when I know I'll be sobbing my eyes out thirty seconds later lol

[@quyra]

3:52 That smile

[@scrapox217]

Emet can't help himself, he just has to smile when saying goodbye to Azem, even through all the grumpy facade he puts up.

[@pjharper2643]

That damn smile lol

[@SUPERSONICGIRLIFY]

Reaper reveal and Job Actions trailer theme! Loved it then, I love it now! I love that it's the "heroes do something daring" theme like Dangerous Words was for ShB.

[@Jachidos]

THANK YOU SO MUCH ! I couldn't find the name of Dangerous Words, I can finally add it to my playlist x)

[@BFHtrooptrapguy]

"All right. I will let it burn, this fire in my chest. Let it burn and rage and guide."

[@Turret0pera]

This scene was so insanely uplifting and satisfying. A culmination of wonderful writing and an impeccable accompanying soundtrack. Endwalker is a portfolio of right decisions.

[@agentriot]

lmfao no it isnt

[@Mornandil]

Honestly, this fit Hythlo XD I bet he was THE ONE why they where friends, cause they were a bunch of odd Amaurotians. Seriously I think he was the glue of everyone. Just recall the last scene to Hades "Please, don´t be that way" hahahaha. I bet we will see them again. from now on... well, we know what happens with the flow of aether and such ;P

[@TOPJ23]

Many of my FC Friends started crying when the WoL reached out to Emet when he was talking. I felt that so much. I swear the story was so great to have the players fall in love with a character like Emet, who we had to fight in the previous expansion and had the privilege to fight alongside him and our new old friend in endwalker. This game is truly spectacular

[@Adamantian9]

YES! Finally! Uvi you legend! I had no idea this was in your playlist! Been looking everywhere for a good quality version!

[@MissLilianae]

Just unlocked the final boss of Sil'Dihn Subterrane on my alt this morning. I forgot this played during the Final Boss battles in the variant dungeons! Was a very pleasant surprise :D

[@WanOlDan]

"I would die for Hythlodaeus." All of us would, Uvi. All of us would.

[@thatmanavakon]

It's scenes like this which made me forget wol is technically the size of their thumbs by comparison

[@baconbits3731]

Did not find this spectacular at first but all of a sudden I just found myself playing this song repeatedly in my mind for about an hour.

[@UkraineJames2000]

That drop at 0:26 is the best.

[@michealwatts7469]

Bro.. This music gives like a hope feeling its awesome. FF has always supplied amazing scores. Its the 1:26 that REALLY hits home man...

[@Cartafilo_XXI]

Such a goddamned fitting name, it brings tears to my eyes.

[@agentriot]

cringe

[@Cartafilo_XXI]

@@agentriot this is a comment section, not a mirror my g

[@naif9464]

@@Cartafilo_XXIDAMN

[@mariomario7379]

My favourite character during the entire expac. Very charming fellow.

[@meaninglez100]

Part of me really wanted this as the regular battle theme. Worked so well with the Reaper reveal

[@hididdlyhodiddly6019]

I like to imagine the WOL was in on the plan just because it’s definitely something Azem would do from what we’ve heard. It’s such a childish plan but done in such a genius way that it somehow works.

[@kuyu7584]

Heard this during the secret boss fight in Aloalo island too, Love this banger

[@0xKazuto]

I always record every msq instance each time this theme came up, that smooth transition between cutscenes and the battle without stopping the music, because you cannot re-live the moment from Unending Journey table

[@SwitchZetto]

I regret not doing this... maybe in New Game+?

[@susumari]

Just in time thanks for the new one!

[@Spark1est]

I have been wonder what this song was called for so long, you doing gods work with putting the ost up

[@feronar-warsongus221]

Creepy, I had this song in my head earlier today, and then KZbin recommended this video.

[@seasirocco3063]

I’ve started thinking of this as Zero’s theme, honestly.

[@kenta436]

勝ち確BGM！ マジで神曲。 これこそ今度のエオルゼアンシンフォニーで聞きたい曲No.１なのよのぉ…。 それとゾディアーク討滅戦のどちらも拮抗してる。

[@mystic2689]

I instantly thought of that cutscene when we pulled up after being gone

[@Reynsoon]

Recently began thinking of this as FFXIV's Chain Attack theme

[@MaskedBishop]

Our dream team. If possible I would have saved their paradise and lived alongside them happily ever after.

[@Watch_over_us]

"I would not suffer us to walk such a wretched path" whatever you say brosef

[@saskias.9285]

Tears... TEARS

[@zegreatpumpkinani9161]

Before I looked it up, I thought this was the main theme of Endwalker. That piano melody does appear there but I wish it was more prominent, it's a great motif.

[@StaticNEP]

Do Not squander it, the legacy i live you !!!

[@eschatollog9968]

This to me is the theme of the trio - standing shoulder to shoulder - about to knock you the fuck out

[@Khontis]

Ancient Emet-Selch: "Though we've grown accustomed to reckless improvisation due to an incorrigable associate" Ancient Hythlodaeus: * Smiles* "You know you love Azem. Don't try to hide it! You're their biggest fan and you know it. Both versions of their soul! Future Hythlodaeus when summoned: Don't let him try and fool you. He dropped a chunk of his popcorn on the floor... TWICE and gripped my arm in fear when he saw you fighting Hydaelyn and taking that tank buster alone when thancred was stunned. AND just about started Crying when those twins disappeared because he was worried you wouldn't make it. Future Emet-Selch: I most certainly did NOT start CRYING. I knew for a blatant FACT that they would make it to this point without giving into dispair. I had full trust in their willpower knowing that they would continue so long as their friends souls fought to allow them to! Future Hythlodaeus: Told you he was your biggest fan.

[@orly4672]

When you tell the Scions something is impossible.

[@michaelfelgate8141]

Honesly I feel like the WOL can be summed up as 'I don't give a fuck who you are I will still kick your ass'

[@Araedi]

This has been my favorite track ever since the Reaper trailer its always a treat to hear it

[@TheBonkleFox]

I remember back when one of the older trailers showed up I thought this was gonna be the battle theme. Shame it's not, but it still absolutely slaps

[@Bthakilla4rilla]

If only it was possible to find a video that's just the track without needing to have spoilers all over the screen

[@mrblackjacker32.03]

We know too much about hearing boss music, but isn't this OUR boss theme? After all, Azem is the wanderer and on our wanderings we ensure nothing is forgotten and everything lives on in our endless tale, specially now on Her absence and after we banished His existence.

[@JCRXV]

Hythlodaeus was my personal favorite for this expansion . And of the ascians in general he's also the most compassionate and pragmatic . He knows how to see both good and evil and the pros and cons of both without being biased . To me he was more worthy of the title "Elidibus" than Themis was . I love Emet but Hythlodaeus is my favorite "new old friend".

[@niaseer1938]

Exemplary work as always, Emet-Selch!

[@coffeelink943]

Only if he didn’t try to kill off half of the world

[@niaseer1938]

@@coffeelink943 Can't win em all d:

[@shinrogremio1754]

One of the coolest moments in the addon. Emet is just so serious and funny. but still don't know who exactly Hythlodaeus???

[@GoIdenbaum]

He's the random Amaurotian shade from Shadowbringers that was aware he was just a shade created by Emet-Selch

[@Leroset]

@@GoIdenbaum He was also the Chief of the Architect’s Bureau and best friends with Emet-Selch and our character (Azem) during the past when the Ancients lived.

[@TheUndyingCrystal]

@@GoIdenbaum Not random. Creation magic is extremely specific. Emet subconsciously believed his old friend would be the one amongst everyone else to realize he was a recreation, and thus he did.

[@GoIdenbaum]

@@TheUndyingCrystal I know how it is in the lore. I meant that you meet him by chance in the story.

[@Umbruhh]

aka the Reaper Reveal theme

[@shibukamiya8428]

THE FUCKING PRELUDE LEITMOTIF AAAAAGGGHHHH

[@Bbqdinner]

Why is this still not an orchestration roll?

[@TransTaey]

To be perfectly honest? I swapped out Blade's Edge for this piece with a plugin. I absolutely adore this theme.

[@jolynekujo7676]

Perfect Jojo feels theme in Ff14

[@youngxehanortisback]

stan hermes

[@솔찌-g7e]

0:26

[@TruePersonaGirl]

They should add this as mid boss battle ost! >•>

[@eugeneespinar4839]

oh they did, secret variant dungeon boss theme, unlock path 12

[@igneel1992]

This one has FFXIII vibe. Love it.

[@donnyyasu2764]

I wouldn't say it's Hythodaeus' theme, they play it at the very beginning of the expansion with the Scions. Still an awesome song though👏

[@uvi-]

It's a bit of a joke (see pinned comment)

[@Muociu]

This beat hits harder than my dad lol

[@hiatusinc]

does this theme come in an orchestrion roll?

[@uvi-]

I don't think there is one for this song yet

[@HCSR2]

Hermes literally did nothing wrong.

[@jaeusa160]

Hermes made a few mistakes there, but he did have the right of it regarding the Ancients, their treatment of their creations, and even of themselves. A few more millennia and they would be praising Ra-La.

[@custardpup6385]

I love Hermes as a complex character but he willingly chose to be an antagonist and enable Meteion to cause the Final Days when given the choice to detain her or let her go in Ktisis. He is directly responsible for wiping out half of the Ancient life even if he doesn't remember making that choice. Yes it's not as black and white as "Hermes bad" but to say he did nothing wrong is a bit of a reach. There's a reason there's a whole quest dedicated to asking you where you stand on his actions, they are meant to be morally questionable just like Emet-Selch's and Venat's actions.

[@HCSR2]

@@custardpup6385 Literally. Nothing. Wrong.

[@MatthiaGryffine]

That's not what this track is called. I tried looking for it on the Orchestrion list and nothing came up.

[@uvi-]

It's not available as an orchestrion roll in-game. This is the name of the song as it appears on the soundtrack.

[@luchajon8480]

God, this scene was atrocious but this song is *chef's kiss*

[@nokiabean]

This has nothing to do with Hythlodaeus

[@Rinkutensei]

I love how this theme just gives off a determined and strengthened feeling with the hope held fast in the hearts of many ☺️🥹

[@Grimno]

"Ours is the power to weave the fabric of reality.... Ours is the power to *create* !"

[@GoodGuyNeji]

*snap*