Chapter 1
Please note that the following walkthrough sections are full of spoilers. Do not read ahead if this is your first time playing through the game.
Chapter 1 Index
Chapter 1 begins in Luca with the opening concert battle, the arrival on the docks, and the Moogle you should speak to for Story Completion.
The timed Floating Ruins Mission on Mt. Gagazet, with the chasm jumping tutorials, the treasure chests, and tips that make the climb easier.
Besaid Island in Chapter 1, covering the reunion with Wakka and Lulu, the Four Ciphers, the treasure chests, and the Flame Dragon boss battle.
Kilika Island in Chapter 1, with the treasure chests along the docks, the Squatter Monkeys, and the attempt to enter Dona’s hut for Percent.
Luca and the Mi’ihen Highroad in Chapter 1, including the balloon Mission in Luca Square and the Healing Wind Garment Grid you earn for it.
Mushroom Rock Road in Chapter 1, covering Yaibal’s Mission, the scene with Clasko, the Youth League Headquarters, and Crimson Report 1.
Djose Temple in Chapter 1, a short first visit with the shop lineup, the treasure chests along the Pilgrimage Road, and a chat with Gippal.
The Moonflow in Chapter 1, where Tobli’s Hypello Mission begins. Warp in from the Celsius first or you will miss Story Completion Percent.
Guadosalam and the Thunder Plains in Chapter 1, with the Farplane cutscene, the local shop, and maps for the Thunder Plains treasure chests.
Macalania Woods in Chapter 1, covering the sparkling shortcut path, the reunion with Tromell, and tracking down O’aka to deal with his debt.
Bikanel Desert in Chapter 1, with the trek through the sands, Al Bhed Primer XXIII at the camp, and Nhadala’s Scrap Metal digging Mission.
Bevelle and the Calm Lands in Chapter 1, with the Baralai cutscenes at New Yevon HQ and the start of the Publicity and Marriage Campaigns.
Mt. Gagazet in Chapter 1, with the reunion with Kimahri and the Ronso conversations that build the rapport you need for the later chapters.
Zanarkand Ruins in Chapter 1, covering the meeting with Isaaru, the Heart Reborn Garment Grid, the Treasure Chamber, and Fiend Tale bonuses.
Kilika and the Awesome Sphere in Chapter 1, with the monkey side quest in Kilika Woods, the Menace of the Deep Grid, and the YSLS-Zero boss.