Sarugami Armor Dyes: Locations & How to Dye

Discovering the perfect dyes for your Sarugami armor in Final Fantasy XIV can significantly enhance your character's appearance. This guide will help you locate and obtain the necessary dyes to achieve your desired look, making your Sarugami armor stand out in the bustling cities of Eorzea.

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an image of a man dressed in armor with horns and antlers on his head

First, let's understand that dyes in FFXIV are obtained through various means, including crafting, purchasing from vendors, or receiving as rewards for completing quests or dungeons. Sarugami armor, being a high-end gear set, requires specific dyes to match its aesthetic. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of where to find these dyes:

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Crafted Dyes

Many dyes can be crafted by high-level Alchemists or purchased from them. To craft dyes, you'll need to have the Alchemy crafting class at level 50 or higher and learn the respective recipes. You can find Alchemists in major cities like Ul'dah, Limsa Lominsa, and Gridania.

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the front and back view of an insect costume

Some Sarugami armor dyes that can be crafted include:

  • Sarugami Crimson - Requires Crimson Pigment and other materials.
  • Sarugami Azure - Requires Azure Pigment and other materials.
  • Sarugami Gold - Requires Gold Pigment and other materials.
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an old poster with different colors and patterns on it's back side, including the samurai

Crafting Materials

To craft dyes, you'll need pigments, which can be obtained by gathering specific plants or purchased from vendors. For example, Crimson Pigment can be gathered from Ruby Conifers found in Thanalan, while Azure Pigment can be gathered from Azure Conifers found in La Noscea.

Alternatively, you can buy pigments from vendors in major cities. Keep in mind that crafting dyes also requires other materials like Crystals and Grit, which can be gathered or purchased as well.

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Dye Vendor Locations

In addition to crafting, you can purchase dyes from Alchemy Shops found in major cities. These shops are run by NPCs and sell a variety of dyes, including Sarugami dyes. The prices may vary, so it's worth checking multiple shops if you're looking for a specific dye.

Here are some Alchemy Shop locations:

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an anime character with many different expressions
  • Ul'dah - Steps of Nald (X:12, Y:14)
  • Limsa Lominsa - Upper Decks (X:11, Y:12)
  • Gridania - The Aldenard Inn (X:11, Y:11)

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a statue of a man in armor holding two swords
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an image of a man dressed in armor
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the armor worn by samurais is on display
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a close up view of some kind of woven material that is brown and has many braids on it
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the armors are all different colors and sizes
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an elaborately decorated japanese armor sits on display
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Some dyes can be obtained as rewards for completing quests or dungeons. These dyes are often unique and cannot be crafted or purchased elsewhere. Here are a few examples:

Sarugami Emerald

The Sarugami Emerald dye can be obtained as a reward for completing the Sarugami's Vow quest. This quest is part of the Stormblood main scenario and involves fighting a powerful enemy. Once you've completed the quest, you'll receive the dye as a reward.

To start the quest, speak to Sarugami in Kugane (X:11, Y:12).

Sarugami Onyx

The Sarugami Onyx dye can be obtained as a reward for completing the Eureka Orthos dungeon. This dungeon is part of the Eureka series of high-difficulty instances and requires a level 70 character to enter.

To access the dungeon, speak to Adventurers' Guild Representative in Rhalgr's Reach (X:11, Y:12) and accept the Eureka Orthos duty.

With this comprehensive guide, you should now have a clear understanding of where to find dyes for your Sarugami armor in FFXIV. Happy dyeing, and may your character's appearance be as striking as your gameplay!