Rabanastre (Final Fantasy XII)

October 15, 2012

Rabanastre's concept art.

The Cathedral where Ashe and Rasler were married.

Viera in a local tavern.

It's our home. It belongs to us all.

Penelo

The Royal City of Rabanastre (王都ラバナスタ, Ōto Rabanasuta?) is a city in Ivalice, the world of Final Fantasy XII and Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings. It is the hometown of Vaan, the hume orphan and the game's main character. Being the capital of the Kingdom of Dalmasca, Princess Ashe would also normally make residence here. Rabanastre becomes the most frequently visited city by the player, and could be considered a "homebase".

Sage Knowledge

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Capital of Old Dalmasca, and before that, many other kingdoms stretching back into the storied history of the Galtean Peninsula. Rule by the Dalmascan royal family lasted for several hundred years before the city's fall to the Archadian Empire two years past. Now an Imperial territory. The story of the city's people is the story of three cultures, those of Valendia, Ordalia, and Kerwon, who bore trade goods along the many well-frequented routes leading to her welcoming gates. The town proper of Rabanastre is divided into four sections by the cardinal directions of the compass. The east and west are merchant districts, the streets lined with shops and stalls of every description. In the north, the streets widen into a large piazza facing the palace, and to the South can be found three gates leading beyond the city walls to the Dalmasca desert and Giza Plains. The aerodrome can be found in the western outskirts of town, surrounded by numerous privately operated airship docks. In the northwestern part of town stands a splendid cathedral built in the Galtean style, the bell of which, when rung, sounds through every hearth and home in the city.

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Lowtown lies, as its name would suggest, beneath the city streets of Rabanastre. Great pillars standing throughout Lowtown support the soaring edifices above. Prior to the war with Archadia, many merchants used Lowtown as a place to store foodstuffs and wares for sale. With the defeat and occupation by Archadia, many of the former residents of upper Rabanastre were relocated here, leading to its gradual transforming into a residential area. No natural light shines on Lowtown, save where there are passages to the streets above, making it perpetually gloomy. Many orphans from the war have adopted Lowtown as their new home.

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A short walk north from the center of Rabanastre will lead you to the gates of the royal palace. Before the war with Archadia, this magnificent structure was home to the Dalmascan royal family, and barracks to the order of knights that served them. It is currently employed as a living quarters and apartments by the recently appointed consul from Archadia. The palace itself was built several centuries ago and has since been home to many Dalmascan monarchs, King Raminas being the most recent. Numerous additions have been made to the palace over the course of its long history (the Royal City of Rabanastre having several times fallen under the control of foreign powers through invasion), but the overall bearing of its architecture is true to the original Galtean design. Within the palace are secret chambers containing documents and treasures belonging to the royal family. Few who live beyond the palace walls know how they may be found.

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Story

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Final Fantasy XII

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Moogle Parade at Rasler and Ashe's wedding.

Rabanastre is the capital of Kingdom of Dalmasca. Two years prior to the story of Final Fantasy XII the relationships between the competing empires of Archadia and Rozarria had grown strained and Archadia was expected to invade the small nations situated between the borders of the two superpowers. In order to strengthen the national security of both nations Princess Ashelia of Dalmasca was to marry Prince Rasler of Nabradia.

The wedding was held in Rabanastre with the prince and princess paraded through the city streets in front of cheering crowds. Soon after, Archadia invaded Nabradia and Prince Rasler joined the Battle of Nalbina Fortress where he was killed. As the Empire moved to assassinate the king of Dalmasca and take over the kingdom Ashe escaped from Rabanastre and went into hiding, and a word was spread that she had committed suicide.

After the Empire took over Dalmasca the life in Rabanastre greatly changed. Imperial soldiers took over the town and many of the old citizens were forced to move underground where they formed a shadow city, known as Lowtown. Vaan and his childhood friend Penelo grew up during these events and after Penelo's parents died in the invasion of Rabanastre, the two started to work for Migelo, who would look after them. The people of Rabanastre hated the Empire but were powerless to do anything about it.

Vayne holds a speech upon becoming the Consul of Rabanastre.

The story opens two years after Dalmasca has been invaded by the Archadian Empire. Vaan spends his days in Rabanastre practicing his hunting skills, dreaming of becoming a sky pirate and stealing from the imperials. A new Consul, Vayne Carudas Solidor, arrives in Rabanastre to be appointed to rule over Dalmasca, and the Royal City of Rabanastre prepares for a grand fete to commemorate the event. Vayne holds a speech to the citizens of Rabanastre and even if the crowd shows their disdain at first, Vayne is able to make an impression on the citizens by praising the late king.

On the night of the fete, the Resistance storms the Royal Palace with Princess Ashe as part of the Resistance forces, but the Imperial fleet, expecting the attack, stifles the skirmish quickly. Ashe escapes the palace via an underground waterway, but is caught by Vayne and her accomplices are thrown into the Nalbina Dungeons. The days of the new Consul are short-lived, however, and Vayne is soon summoned back to Archades, where he goes on to conspire to become the new emperor.

Bahamut looming above Rabanastre.

As the war between the Resistance forces led by Marquis Ondore and the forces of Archadian Empire, led by Vayne, breaks out, Rabanastre becomes the battleground. Princess Ashe manages to defeat Vayne, but the Imperial flagship Sky Fortress Bahamut loses its power and is in danger of falling on the city of Rabanastre, obliterating it. Ashe's comrade, the sky pirate Balthier, manages to fix the Bahamut's glossair rings just in time, and Bahamut crash-lands outside of the city, becoming a notable landmark in the area.

Vayne defeated, Larsa Solidor becomes the new emperor of Archadia, and settles peace with Princess Ashe. Dalmasca regains its sovereignty, and Ashe becomes the queen, continuing to rule Dalmasca from the Royal Palace in Rabanastre. A year later, Penelo notes in a letter to Larsa that Rabanastre is finally back to the way it was, back when her parents were still alive.

Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings

Template:Sideicon After losing his new airship at the Glabados Ruins, Vaan returns to Rabanastre. One day a mysterious derelict arrives at the city outskirts and Vaan, Penelo, Kytes and Filo venture inside. The derelict turns out to be the airship Galbana which leads the group into the trip to Lemurés. During their adventures the group runs into Velis, a former member of the Order of the Knights of Dalmasca who once resided in Rabanastre.

After defeating Feolthanos in the Keep of Forgotten Time, the sky continent falls to pieces and Galbana flies away to locations unknown. Vaan, Penelo, Kytes and Filo return to Rabanastre, but unwilling to go back to their usual routine Vaan and Penelo sneak out of town during night to set out to new adventures, but are caught by Filo and Kytes.

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Locations

Gates

View from Southgate.

The City of Rabanastre has three gates which lead into the city. Eastgate to Estersand, West Gate (where the Aerodrome is also located) to Westersand, and Southgate to the Giza Plains. The gates are usually open, but during the new Consul's parade they were closed off. One can easily move between the gates via "Moogling".

Aerodrome

Aerodrome.

Aerodrome is situated at the West Gate of Rabanastre. It has Skyferries leading to Nalbina Fortress, Skycity of Bhujerba and Imperial City of Archades. The party's airship, Strahl, is kept at the aerodrome as well when the player is in the town.

Southern Plaza

View from Southern Plaza.

The Southern Plaza is in the cross-junction between the gates and is a popular hang-out spot. People like to come and sit around the fountain watching travelers pass through the gates. A Cartographers moogle can be found in the Southern Plaza and during side quests many people of interest can be found around the fountain.

East End

Many shops are found around the business district.

In the East End of Rabanastre, along the main street, are plenty of shops. Magick, weapons, armaments, and even Migelo has a shop around here called Migelo's Sundries.

The Sandsea

Tomaj is the tavern owner.

The Sandsea is a popular tavern and especially among sky pirates. It has a notice board for aspiring hunters and is always booming with business. The tavern owner Tomaj can often be found inside.

Clan Centurio Hall

Montblanc knows about Elite Hunts not available elsewhere.

Clan Centurio is a clan of hunters founded by Montblanc. Only members are allowed inside. Within the hall the clan members train their skills and find out about new rare hunts from Montblanc himself, who can always be found within the hall. As the party progresses clan ranks and further the storyline, clan members will change their mindset about Vaan, from a newcomer to a veteran.

The Muthru Bazaar

View at the bazaar.

The Muthru Bazaar is the liveliest part of town with numerous vendors. The Clan Centurio shop can be found here, open only for members. At the end of the bazaar is a door, which leads to a resistance hideout.

Lowtown

On the streets of Lowtown.

Below Rabanastre lies a shadow city, the Lowtown. After the Empire took over the city many people were forced to move below the street-level and now Lowtown is as booming with activity as the upper town. Old Dalan has his house in Lowtown, and Vaan's friend Kytes can also often be found about. Lowtown has passage to the Garamsythe Waterway. Some rare equipment can be bought at Lowtown's South Sprawl after the events at Giruvegan.

Treasures

Lowtown is the only area in Rabanastre where the player may find treasures. Unlike treasures in most other locations, Lowtown treasures are stored in urns covered in blue cloth. The treasure outside Old Dalan's house is a forbidden chest that, once claimed, prevents the player from obtaining the Zodiac Spear, the game's most powerful weapon, in Necrohol of Nabudis. This mechanic was removed in the Zodiac Job System version.

The other treasures are nothing special, mainly containing Potions. With Diamond Armlet equipped the treasures are mainly Knots of Rust, with the rare treasure being Ether or Hi-Ether.

Demographics

Citizens of Rabanastre.

The majority of Rabanastre's residents are humes. There are also large numbers of bangaa, moogles, and seeq. The city also contains a small population of viera and at least two nu mou.

Notable Citizens

• Vaan, a local thief, and protagonist to Final Fantasy XII.
• Penelo, Vaan's childhood friend.
• Migelo, a local vendor, owns an item shop Migelo's Sundries.
• Montblanc, moogle who leads Clan Centurio.
• Old Dalan, wise old man living in the Lowtown, friend of Vaan's.
• Kytes, Vaan's friend. Also works for Migelo.
• Filo, Kytes's friend.
• Tomaj, owner of the local tavern, the Sandsea.
• Ktjn, viera by the Muthru Bazaar (sidequest).
• Krjn, Ktjn's sister, member of Clan Centurio.
• Weather Eye, seeq at Southgate who knows when the weather at Giza Plains will change.

Moogling City Teleports

The Southgate Moogling Post seen behind Vaan.

Main article: Moogling

In the city, there are five moogles that will warp the party to certain locations within city borders. It's free and a way to get around easily. It becomes available after Vaan escapes from the Barheim Passage.

The five Moogling locations are:

• Eastgate
• Muthru Bazaar
• Southgate
• The Sandsea (just outside it)
• Westgate

Quests

Final Fantasy XII

Small Package

When the player sets out to hunt Rogue Tomato there is a bangaa in Southern Plaza of Royal City of Rabanastre who will ask Vaan to deliver something to his friend outside East Gate. If the player agrees help they get a Small Package, which can be either sold for 150 gil, or be taken to the bangaa's friend for no reward. The player can never get another Small Package if sold or given away.

Ktjn's Road to Improvement

Ktjn in Rabanastre.

Main article: Ktjn

Ktjn is a viera found sitting on the steps leading to Muthru Bazaar after the events in the Barheim Passage. She asks the party questions and depending on the given answers she will decide what to do with her life and depending on her choice, will reward the party with items.

Viera Rendezvous

Wandering Viera wants to find love.

The quest becomes available after talking with the Garif Elder in Jahara. Wandering Viera can be spotted in Rabanastre's Southgate who'll mention she's looking for a lover. Vaan must follow her and talk to the Lovestruck Man by the fountain, then go to Yamoora's Gambits and talk to the viera again.

Afterward she can be found in the Sandsea's upper level. She asks for Vaan's help and it is possible to pair the viera with either the Lovestruck Man or with Lord Vain in the Yamoora's Gambits to get a Loxley Bow. However, if the player chooses the Lovestruck Man they will also get two Hi-Potions, making it the better option.

Medallion Fragments

Main article: Chaos (Final Fantasy XII Boss)

After the events in Mt. Bur-Omisace the player can visit Old Dalan to find a nu mou who is looking for a medallion. The player can then help him by finding the different medallion fragments from around the city.

Great Cockatrice Escape Sidequest

Catching Renn.

Main article: Giza Plains (Final Fantasy XII) § Great Cockatrice Escape Sidequest

A cockatrice that has escaped from Giza Plains called Renn is found at Rabanastre's North End after the events in Draklor Laboratory, but will run away and the player must catch him. The player can hide by the pillars next to the shops and wait for him to walk past. The player can try to catch up with him when he is turning a corner, or approach him slowly as he goes past and choose: "Erm... no?". In addition, Chit must have returned to Giza before Renn will. After catching him, Renn will give the player the Diamond Sword.

Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings

Main Missions

After two main storyline missions, Rabanastre can never be visited by the party again.

Mission 03: Eve of Adventure

Treasure is all well and good for sky pirates, but it means little enough without an airship. And so Vaan and Penelo resume life as usual... until the unusual happens.

In-game description

Vaan, Filo, and Kytes make a midnight run for the derelict. While passing through the square, they encounter several strange monsters, the Yarhi. This mission serves as an explanation of the Melee-Ranged-Flying unit type relationship.

Monsters

• Sylph x3
• Garchimacera x3
• Alraune x3

Mission 04: The Coveted Derelict

A derelict airship lands outside the gates of Rabanastre - a temptation no self-respecting sky pirate can resist. After a brief skirmish at the city's edge, Vaan plots a way past the watch.

In-game description

At the Rabanastre Southgate, the trio catches sight of the derelict and must cross a small section of plains to reach it. This mission serves as a lesson in using abilities and Gambits.

Monsters

• Sylph
• Garchimacera
• Alraune

Guests

• White Hare X2

Secret Ending

If the player completes all missions they will fight the final boss at level 99 and get an extra scene to the ending where Vaan and Penelo sneak out of Rabanastre together, suggesting a romantic connection between the two.

Shops

Note: The items available for purchase change throughout the game. These items may not all be available at the same time.

Amal's Weaponry

Weapon Cost Broadsword 400 gil Dagger 200 gil Shortbow 500 gil Altair 500 gil Longsword 700 gil Mage Masher 700 gil Silver Bow 1,000 gil Iron Sword 1,200 gil Oak Staff 400 gil Javelin 1,400 gil Assassin's Dagger 1,400 gil Capella 1,400 gil Oaken Pole 1,300 gil Aevis Killer 1,500 gil Zwill Blade 1,700 gil Cherry Staff 800 gil Killer Bow 2,000 gil Spear 2,200 gil Handaxe 2,200 gil Chopper 2,200 gil Cypress Pole 2,000 gil Mace 1,800 gil Ancient Sword 2,400 gil Vega 2,400 gil Longbow 3,000 gil Wizard's Staff 1500 gil Rod 1,500 gil Iron Hammer 3,300 gil Bronze Mace 3,000 gil Blood Sword 5,000 gil Partisan 3,500 gil Main Gauche 3,500 gil Battle Bamboo 3,200 gil Kotetsu 3,800 gil Bowgun 3,800 gil Sirius 4,000 gil Elfin Bow 4,200 gil

Weapon Cost Broadaxe 4,200 gil Serpent Rod 2,100 gil Lohengrin 4,500 gil Heavy Lance 4,800 gil Osafune 4,800 gil Gladius 4,800 gil Musk Stick 4,300 gil Gilt Measure 4,000 gil Bhuj 4,100 gil Flame Staff 2,400 gil Storm Staff 2,400 gil Glacial Staff 2,400 gil Flametongue 5,200 gil Loxley Bow 5,200 gil War Hammer 5,200 gil Crossbow 5,200 gil Healing Rod 3,000 gil Betelgeuse 5,400 gil Kogarasumaru 5,600 gil Ashura 5,600 gil Miter 5,000 gil Storm Spear 5,800 gil Iron Pole 5,300 gil Hornito 5,800 gil Arc Scale 5,500 gil Demonsbane 6,000 gil Giant Stonebow 6,000 gil Slasher 6,000 gil Avenger 6,000 gil Magoroku 6,600 gil Paramina Crossbow 6,600 gil Gaia Rod 3,300 gil Icebrand 7,000 gil Ras Algethi 7,000 gil Sakura-saezuri 7,000 gil Golden Staff 3,500 gil

Panamis's Protectives

Armor Cost Leather Cap 100 gil Leather Clothing 100 gil Cotton Cap 100 gil Cotton Shirt 100 gil Headgear 200 gil Chromed Leathers 200 gil Magick Curch 200 gil Light Woven Shirt 300 gil Leather Helm 500 gil Leather Armor 500 gil Escutcheon 300 gil Headguard 300 gil Leather Breastplate 300 gil Pointy Hat 300 gil Silken Shirt 300 gil Bronze Helm 700 gil Bronze Armor 700 gil Leather Shield 600 gil Leather Headgear 500 gil Bronze Chestplate 500 gil Topkapi Hat 500 gil Kilimweave Shirt 500 gil Sallet 1,000 gil Scale Armor 1,000 gil Buckler 1,000 gil Horned Hat 700 gil Ringmail 700 gil Calot Hat 700 gil Shepherd's Bolero 700 gil Iron Helm 1,400 gil Iron Armor 1,400 gil Bronze Shield 1,200 gil Balaclava 1,000 gil Windbreaker 1,000 gil Wizard's Hat 1,000 gil Wizard's Robes 1,000 gil Barbut 1,900 gil Linen Cuirass 1,900 gil

Armor Cost Round Shield 1,600 gil Soldier's Cap 1,400 gil Heavy Coat 1,400 gil Lambent Hat 1,400 gil Chanter's Djellaba 1,400 gil Winged Helm 2,500 gil Chainmail 2,500 gil Green Beret 1,900 gil Survival Vest 1,900 gil Feathered Cap 1,900 gil Traveler's Vestment 1,900 gil Golden Helm 3,200 gil Golden Armor 3,200 gil Golden Shield 2,100 gil Red Cap 2,500 gil Brigandine 2,500 gil Mage's Hat 2,500 gil Mage's Habit 2,500 gil Burgonet 4,000 gil Shielded Armor 4,000 gil Ice Shield 2,500 gil Headband 3,200 gil Jujitsu Gi 3,200 gil Lamia's Tiara 3,200 gil Enchanter's Habit 3,200 gil Pirate Hat 4,000 gil Viking Coat 4,000 gil Sorcerer's Hat 4,000 gil Sorcerer's Habit 4,000 gil Close Helmet 4,900 gil Demon Mail 4,900 gil Flame Shield 3,200 gil Goggle Mask 4,900 gil Metal Jerkin 4,900 gil Black Cowl 4,900 gil Black Garb 4,900 gil Bone Helm 5,900 gil Diamond Shield 3,900 gil

Yugri's Magicks

Spell Cost Cure 200 gil Poisona 200 gil Blindna 200 gil Vox 300 gil Stona 800 gil Raise 1,900 gil Cura 1,500 gil Regen 1,900 gil Esuna 2,800 gil Curaga 3,200 gil Dispel 4,500 gil Fire 200 gil Thunder 200 gil Blizzard 200 gil Water 800 gil Aero 1,200 gil Fira 3,000 gil Thundara 3,000 gil Blizzara 3,000 gil Bio 4,900 gil Slow 200 gil Immobilize 600 gil Disable 600 gil Break 900 gil Reflect 800 gil

Spell Cost Warp 1,700 gil Bleed 1,100 gil Balance 1,500 gil Float 2,800 gil Haste 3,400 gil Countdown 3,100 gil Stop 3,700 gil Blind 200 gil Protect 200 gil Poison 500 gil Shell 300 gil Silence 400 gil Sleep 700 gil Oil 600 gil Toxify 4,100 gil Dark 500 gil Berserk 1,000 gil Confuse 1,400 gil Decoy 2,500 gil Gravity 2,800 gil Drain 3,200 gil Vanish 4,900 gil Death 5,200 gil Vanishga 8,700 gil

Batahn's Technicks Technick Cost Steal 1,600 gil Libra 500 gil First Aid 700 gil Poach 7,000 gil Charge 1,700 gil Horology 2,000 gil Souleater 6,400 gil Traveler 6,700 gil Numerology 2,048 gil Shear 3,600 gil Achilles 800 gil Gil Toss 2,000 gil Charm 5,000 gil Sight Unseeing 6,800 gil Infuse 2,000 gil Addle 3,500 gil Bonecrusher 700 gil

Migelo's Sundries Item Cost Potion 70 gil Antidote 50 gil Eye Drops 50 gil Phoenix Down 250 gil Echo Herbs 50 gil Gold Needle 100 gil Alarm Clock 50 gil Handkerchief 50 gil Hi-Potion 210 gil Bacchus's Wine 120 gil Smelling Salts 50 gil Remedy 400 gil Chronos Tear 50 gil

Clan Provisioner The items sold at the Clan Centurio's Clan Provisioner depend on the Clan Rank the party has reached. The minimum required rank displayed in parenthesis. Wares Cost Cat-ear Hood (High Guardian) 30,000 gil Nihopalaoa (Headhunter) 30,000 gil Bubble Belt (Riskbreaker) 5,000 gil Knot of Rust (Knight of Round) 6 gil Warp Mote (Paragon of Justice) 100 gil Dark Matter (Order of Ambrosia) 2 gil Bravery (Riskbreaker) 5,800 gil Faith (Brave Companion) 5,800 gil Bubble (Ward of Justice) 3,300 gil Reverse (Headhunter) 7,600 gil Teleport Stone (Vanguard) 200 gil Gysahl Greens (Rear Guard) 108 gil

Traveling Merchants Lowtown, North Sprawl Wares Cost Potion 70 gil Antidote 50 gil Lowtown, South Sprawl Wares Cost Renewing Morion (after Giruvegan) 16,000 gil Mirage Vest (after Giruvegan) 16,000 gil Jackboots 600 gil Black Belt 600 gil Golden Amulet 4,500 gil Potion 70 gil Eye Drops 50 gil

Map

City

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Lowtown

Musical Themes

Template:Listen Unlike other locations, the city of Rabanastre has two different musical themes. On the main upper city, the song "The Royal City of Rabanastre" (王都のロイヤルシティ, Ōto no Roiyaru Shiti?) (also known as "City Ward Upper Level") plays. Within the city's Lowtown plays "Rabanastre Downtown" (王都のダウンタウン, Ōto no Dauntaun?). Both Rabanastre themes have piano arrangements on the Piano Collections: Final Fantasy XII album.

Other appearances

Final Fantasy XIV

Template:Sideicon One of the original servers in Final Fantasy XIV was named Rabanastre. It was merged with the Cornelia server into the Durandal server.

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