The section provides an overview of how to track down and defeat the Notorious Mark for the Knight of the Splendent Heart Hunt.
“Most pilgrims to the Holy Capital of Oriflamme pass through the Penitent’s Gate on the road from the Royal Meadows. Of late, however, a knight in shining armor has elected to station himself beside this entrance, accusing any and all passers-by of being Cid the Outlaw—the one who led Prince Dion down the path to destruction—and challenging them to a duel to the death.”
Unlock Conditions
This Hunt is unlocked after you complete the 
Under New Management II and Priceless Optional Quests during the 
Back to Their Origin Main Scenario Quest.
Notorious Mark Location
The Knight of the Splendent Heart can be found at the “Penitent’s Gate,” which is actually near the 
Royal Meadows Obelisk. However, likely, you haven’t activated this Obelisk yet, as there hasn’t been a reason to venture this far north in the Royal Meadows.
Alternatively, you’ll have to get there from Northreach or the southern portion of the Royal Meadows if you’re coming from Westwatch after having defeated the 
Prince of Death.
Battle Tactics
Notorious Mark Battle
Rank: A
One of the more challenging aspects of fighting the Knight of the Splendent Heart is trying to avoid the environmental hazards as you’re trying to dodge his attacks. He behaves very similarly to the other Dragoon Knights you’ve fought, like the Knight of the Blinding Dawn and “Knight of the Lasting Light.” He has one new move:
- Mirage Dive: This is a slightly new attack where, instead of just landing where Clive is standing, a multitude of spots will light up both in Clive’s current location and in the areas around him, meaning you’ll have to be more deliberate about where you dodge.
But otherwise, for a Rank A Notorious Mark, he’s quite easy to defeat.
Spoils
Meteorite- 9,000
Experience Points - 105
Ability Points - 17,000
Gil - 35
Renown
Flawless MeteoriteMake sure you activate the Royal Meadows Obelisk after the fight.
Next Steps
Two Notorious Marks unlock in the Royal Meadows. Use the link below to take on the previous one if you haven’t completed it already:
Notorious Mark / Hunt
“There is a saying among the imperial soldiers of the Northreach garrison—‘steer clear of the drowned tower, lest the specter’s sickle reap your root.’ They speak in typically uncouth terms of the thrall dwells within the aetherflood—one whose frightful aspect and command over lesser minions would appear to mark him as a high-ranking member of his species.”
Otherwise, use the link below to return to the walkthrough page:
Back to Their OriginWalkthrough Guide
“The final Mothercrystal has fallen, but a new one has risen in its place. A stain on the horizon, filling the hearts of all who look upon it with dread—Origin. There, deep inside, a reckoning awaits.”