InFinal Fantasy 14, minions don’t really do much outside of the competitive minigame Lord of Verminion. Many players are just happy to summon their favorite minion to follow them around on all their adventures throughout Eorzea and perform a cute animation or two, and with over 500 minions to choose from, there’s sure to be one for everyone!
There are cute and creepy minions, some are common, some are rare, some fall somewhere in between, and some can be bought while others must be earned. If you’re a cat-lover, you’re probably wondering if there are cat minions, and fortunately, there are several! So here’s a guide to getting the cutest ones available right now.
11Nagxian Cat
Nobility And Grace Personified
The Nagxian Cat was added in theEndwalkerupdate, released in late 2021. This cat resembles the real-world Siamese breed with a pale beige body and darker extremities. Its large light blue eyes are stunning and said to be able to see ghosts, according to its in-game description.
If you want to get the Nagxian Cat, you’ll need to obtain 800 Sacks of Nuts. You can complete these bykilling certain monsters for hunts; either Endwalker orDawntrailHunts will do, so feel free to do both. Once you have 800 Sacks of Nuts, this cat can be purchased from J’lakshai in Old Sharlayan or Wilmetta in Radz-at-Han.
10Bluecoat Cat
Regal But Sweet
The Bluecoat Cat is thought to come from northern Aldenard, though no one knows where this cat is from. Sharlayan recently began a breeding program at the Studium, making the cats popular there too.
However, you can’t purchase the Bluecoat Cat at any of those locations. If you want to call this beautiful kitty your own, you’ll need another 800 Sacks of Nuts. Having been added in the Dawntrail update, it’s only natural you have to go to Tuliyollal to buy the cat. Once you have your nuts, go to Ryubool Ja and trade them for your brand-new kitty.
9Palico
A Punny Felyne Pal
Palicosare a race of cat-like creatures fromMonster Hunter, called Felynes. When Final Fantasy 14 had a crossover with Monster Hunter World back in Stormblood, players were given access to plenty of rewards, including gear and furniture. This little Felyne was one such reward.
Obtaining the Palico minion is fairly simple, all you have to do is complete the level 70 Stormblood quest"The New King on the Block". You can get this quest from the Heart Hunter near Bokairo Inn in Kugane; you’ll need to unlock and complete the trial The Great Hunt to complete this quest but, once you do, you’ll have your very own Palico.
8Weatherproof Gaelicat
Ready For The Coerthas Chill
This cute Gaelicat is a friend, not a foe. Its description ponders if its wintry garb is part of its body, as a way to adapt to the frigid Coerthas climate. Its plump size, however, comes simply from overeating.
You can get a Weatherproof Gaelicat of your own by helping with theIshgard restoration- specifically the Kupo of Fortune event, which can net you many other prizes as well. If you don’t feel up to a game of chance, however, then you’re in luck.
7Ilyikty’i
The Coeurl of Yak T’el
The Ilyikty’i resembles a leopard cub. It’s said in their item description that these cats are revered by the Xbr’aal, who have been known to take lost cubs in to train them to become capable hunters in their own right.
If you want your very own baby hunter, you’ll need to put in the work for it. You need to reach Shared FATE rank 4 in Yak T’el in order to purchase one from the gemstone trader. To do this, you must complete 66 FATES in order to get your Shared FATE rank high enough, and once you do, you can purchase the Ilyikty’i for 700 Bicolor Gemstones.
Bringer Of Good Luck
Can be obtained in the Market Board
Byakko Cub may not actually be the descendant of the auspice lord Byakko but, according to its journal description, this cute little kitty is sought after by Hingans in hopes of turning their luck around for the better.
There are a few ways to get this minion. First, you may craft the tiger cub from the Master Weaver 6 book with the right materials, which you can buy from the market board. If you’d rather try your luck, Byakko Cub can be found in Materiel Container 4.0 and the lockboxes frpmSouthern Frontand Zadnor.
5Gaelikitten
Coerthas' Cutest Cat
Gaelicats are possibly the cutest enemy in all of Coerthas. They resemble gray tabby cats with green coats and bat wings. If you fought one and got sad because you couldn’t keep it, then you’re in luck. The Gaelikitten minion is perfect for you.
Normally, they’re a rare drop from the level 53 Heavensward dungeon,Sohm Al. They can drop from the Bronze-trimmed Sacks inPalace of the Deador come out of a Fete Present or Materiel Container 3.0.
4Black Coeurl
Some say Black Coeurls bring bad luck if they cross your path, but you’re going to need some good luck if you want to bring this little black cat home. According to his in-game journal description, this isn’t a new type of coeurl.
His spots are just so large they completely overlap with each other, rendering the little guy black as night. If you want a Black Coeurl, your best bet is to head to theGolden Saucer. Keep playing the Mini-Cactpot andlimited time events, and you’ll have 20,000 MGP in no time.
Teeny Tiny Tiger Cub
Cannot be obtained in the Market Board
Time to go back to the Hunts. Tora-jiro is an adorable tiger cub. His name may suggest he has an older brother but, according to his in-game description, his parents deny all accusations. What we can’t deny is just how cute he is.
Unfortunately, if you want Tora-jiro to call your own, you’re back to doing the Hunts, this time in Heavensward and Stormblood. Once you have all 800 seals, you can trade with Estrild in Kugane or Leuekin in Rhalgr’s Reach to bring this tiger cub home.
2Coeurl Kitten
Perfect For New Players
Coeurls might be big and scary, but the same can’t be said for their kittens. This minion is the size of your average kitten with a cute red collar and bell tied around his neck. According to his in-game description, it’ll be a few summers before his trademark coeurl whiskers grow out.
Coeurl Kitten is luckily a fairly easy minion to get. You only need to be level 15 to pick up and complete the"Curiosity Killed the Coeurl"quest in Western La Noscea.
