I’ve hunted Elite Marks in Stormblood for years, and I’ll say this plainly: the Hunt system rewards steady, smart play more than frantic grinding. I’ll explain what matters, why it matters, and how to be practical about it (I’m speaking from experience).
🎯 What Hunts Are (short version)
Hunts are named monster targets—Marks—scattered across Stormblood zones. They were introduced in Heavensward (June 23, 2015) and expanded with Stormblood (June 20, 2017). You kill Marks to earn Centurio Seals and other items. Simple. But the way you approach them makes all the difference.
đź“‹ Types of Hunts
There are Daily bills, Weekly B-ranks, and roaming A- and S-ranks. Daily bills give steady seals. Weekly B-ranks step up the difficulty. A- and S-ranks spawn on timers and need groups. Does that mean S-ranks are always worth the effort? Not necessarily — some players overvalue the rare loot compared with consistent seal income. Controversial? Maybe, but I’ve seen the math.
| Type | Spawn | Players | Typical Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Bills | Daily reset (game rollover at 08:00 server time) | Solo | 10–40 Centurio Seals |
| Weekly B-Rank | Weekly reset | Solo–Small group | ~100 Seals |
| A-Rank | 3–5 hour timers | 8–15 | 40+ Seals + tomestones |
| S-Rank | Conditional spawns | 20+ | 100+ Seals + rare drops |
🗺️ Where to Pick Up Bills
Hunt Boards are in main hubs; Kugane’s board is the most-used for Stormblood content. I’ve noticed most people start there and hop to zones. Quick tip: treat coordinates as approximate; some boards moved with later patches. The main boards you’ll use are in Kugane, Onokoro (Ruby Sea), Namai (Yanxia), Reunion (Azim Steppe), Castrum Oriens (The Fringes), Ala Gannha (The Peaks), and Porta Praetoria (The Lochs). Use the Aetheryte nearby to save time.
/tp "Kugane"
/wait 3
/tp "The Ruby Sea"
/wait 3
/tp "Yanxia"
(That macro speeds mornings. It won’t fix lag, sorry.)
⚔️ How to Fight Elite Marks — Practical Combat Tips
Watch the monster first. Seriously. Observe one cycle before you pull. Many marks telegraph big hits and punish bad positioning. Tank players: grab aggro fast. DPS: don’t tunnel on damage and die. Healers: expect chaos during S-ranks — save big heals for scripted moments.
- Bring food that boosts relevant stats.
- Repair before long sessions.
- Save major defenses for unpredictable attacks.
- Plan an exit route if things go sideways.
- Use linkshell/Discord for calls.
Positioning matters more than raw DPS in big fights. Spread out when attack patterns hit cluster targets. Many groups forget that and then blame loot. I find that polite communication solves 80% of group problems.
Quick quote
“If you arrive early and observe, you’ll save time and seals.” — a hunter who’s made mistakes so you don’t have to.
đź’° What to Buy with Centurio Seals
Seals convert into gear, materia, crafting items, and cosmetics. Prioritize upgrades if you’re catching up on a job. For long-term value, buy materia and trade goods you can sell. Here’s a practical ranking I use (depends on your goals):
| Use | Cost | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Job gear upgrades | 100–500 seals | High for new players |
| Materia | 25–100 seals | High |
| Crafting materials | 25–200 seals | Medium |
| Cosmetics | 200–2,000 seals | Low–Medium |
Surprisingly, buying a few crafting mats each week tends to net more gil over a month than chasing every S-rank drop. Counterintuitive? Yes. Effective? Also yes. There are exceptions, but the math favors steady investments.
đź‘Ą Community: Linkshells and Coordination
Hunt linkshells are essential for A- and S-ranks. Join one, but be aware: some groups gatekeep or enforce strict rules. I’ve run into that; I’ve also found friendly communities that help you learn. If a group sounds toxic, leave. Your time matters.
Good groups call pulls, report spawns clearly, and respect newcomers. Bad groups hoard information and complain about players who make honest mistakes. Which would you rather be around?
Etiquette (short)
- Report location precisely.
- Wait a reasonable moment before pulling.
- Keep chat on-topic.
- Be polite; people volunteer time.
Final practical notes (yes, really final)
Hunting in Stormblood will teach you patience, route planning, and community skills. It’s not perfect. Sometimes servers lag. Sometimes an S-rank will spawn and vanish in minutes while you’re queuing. That’s annoying, I know. But if you set a 20-minute daily routine, you’ll earn seals, learn fights, and meet people. I found that steady, focused play beats frantic chasing every single rare spawn.
One last odd tip: focus on one or two jobs for hunt rewards, not every job at once. You’ll level faster and get better returns. Try it. And then—well, you’ll see why I said that.
— Written by a long-time hunter and player (yes, a woman who’s camped S-ranks). As of November 26, 2025, these practices remain reliable for Stormblood-era hunting.
Emoji checklist: ✅ macro ready, ✅ hunt board visited, ✅ seals spent wisely. Good hunting! 🎣
