Submitted by sam on Mon, 03/21/2005 - 13:07.

Before we get down to the business of specific quests, it would be wise to touch on the topic of fame. Fame is an integral component of the game, and it is something that all of us struggle with. As we accomplish certain goals and complete our quests, our fame raises (and sometimes may even lower). When our fame raises new quests open up to us, and others close. But how do we check our fame? And is our fame universal? For these answers and more, read on.

Regional Fame

There are seven different types of fame in the game divided up by region. Quests performed in various areas give fame (or may sometimes take fame) from one of these regions. The regions do have some fame spill-over (some quests will grant fame in multiple areas) but your fame in one region will not necessarily reflect your fame in another. For example, you may have very high fame in your home region, but relatively low fame in a region far away.



The seven regions are:

• Bastok Fame
  
  Bastok fame is raised by doing quests in the nation of Bastok as well as in the Quon mainland cities of Selbina and Rabao.
• San d'Oria Fame
  
  San d'Oria fame is raised by doing quests in the nation of San d'Oria as well as in the Quon mainland cities of Selbina and Raboa.
• Windurst Fame
  
  Windhurst fame is raised by doing quests in the nation of Windhurst as well as the Mindartia mainland city of Mhaura and the Elshimo island city of Kazham.
• Kazham Fame
  
  Kazham fame is raised by doing quests in the Elshimo island city of Kazham as well the nation of Windhurst.
• Selbina Fame
  
  Selbina fame is raised by doing quests in the city of Selbina as well as the average of your fame in Bastok and San d'Oria.
• Tenshodo Fame
  
  The Tenshodo are an underground society, and their fame is raised by doing quests for the Tenshodo HQ in Lower Jeuno and the Tenshodo Branch at Warehouse #2 in Bastok Port. It is also raised by doing quests for the Brugaire Consortium in San d'Oria Port as well as Nanaa Mihgo's quests in Windhurst Woods. Finally, Tenshodo fame is raised by doing quests in the Elshimo island city of Nord.
• Jeuno Fame
  
  Sometimes considered "world fame", Jeuno fame is raised by doing quests in the province of Jeuno as well as the average of yoru fame in Bastok, San d'Oria, and Windhurst.

By far, the two most difficult places to raise your fame are for the Tenshodo and Jeuno. Jeuno is difficult because it is an average of your fame in the three main nations, and Tenshodo is difficult because of the remoteness and secrecy if its quest givers.

Checking your fame

You check your fame by talking to certain NPCs in each region. The answers they give will reflect your current fame level.

Bastok Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Flaco

(Bastok Port, E-6 down left in front of the Steaming Sheep
Restaurant)

Level 1	[Name]? What is that, some kind of snail? Oh, that's your name. You must be a rookie adventurer, right?
Level 2	[Name]? Hmm...sounds familiar. Who was it again? Oh. Well uh...not many people know who you are, but if you work hard enough, word will get around about your good deeds.
Level 3	Oh, you're [Name]. Yeah, I've heard of you. You're not doing too bad for an adventurer. Keep working hard, and the people of Bastok will come to recognize your efforts.
Level 4	Hello there, [Name]. Quite a few people are talking about the things you've done for Bastok. People are starting to talk about you. Keep on doing whatever you're doing!
Level 5	Hello there [Name]. A lot of people know what you've done for Bastok. People are saying good things about you. Keep up the good work!
Level 6	Most everyone in this country knows your name by now, [Name]! People are saying great things about you. You don't know how proud that makes me feel--I've been following your progress ever since you came to Bastok.
Level 7	You must be [Name]. Don't look so surprised, as everyone knows your name and what you've done for Bastok. [Name], we're very proud to have someone like you as a Bastoker.
Level 8	Master/Miss [Name]! You are a hero to the people of Bastok! Everyone here knows your name and what you've done for us! You are the example every Bastoker should follow!
Level 9	Oh, it's you, [Name]. I've known you since you started off here in Bastok, but I never thought you would come this far. You've become a household name in these parts. You're even considered a hero by some... like me. I pray that the Goddess Altana looks down upon you favorably in your journeys!

San d'Oria Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Namonutice

(South San d'Oria, K-6 upper right in the Lion's Spring Tavern)

Level 1	Hmm... [Name], you say? No, never heard that name. Do not expect me to learn the name of every recruit! Do good for the kingdom and her people, and they shall come to know you. Once you have their trust, they will request your help more readily. Just keep your head down, and your day shall come.
Level 2	[Name]...? Hmm... I might have heard that name before. Then again, maybe not. You are not famous yet. Keep your nose to the grindstone and work for the people. Soon, they will know you better!
Level 3	Ah, [Name]. That is a name I often hear. People speak well of you! Your deeds for the kingdom have earned you much honor.
Level 4	[Name]! You have become well known in these parts! I hear much of your accomplishments. Keep up the good work, and greatness lies in your future.
Level 5	Ah, [Name]! You are famous in our kingdom! Of you no ill is spoken. Give to the kingdom and she will give to you, no?
Level 6	[Name]! I would venture that much the kingdom has heard your name. And your reputation sparkles. Indeed I am proud of you. And to think I first knew you when you were a new recruit!
Level 7	Hello, [Name]. Practically all of the kingdom has heard of you now. What's more, your reputation is stellar. I look forward to even greater things from you!
Level 8	[Name]! People are talking about you! Every infant in his cradle knows your name! And they hold you in highest regard! I am so proud of you! May your kind deeds continue!
Level 9	Sir/Lady [Name]! There isn't a soul in the kingdom that doesn't consider you a hero! As a representative of the people of San d'Oria, I humbly ask you to continue your efforts for the good of the country. May the light of the Goddess shine upon you!

Windurst Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Zabirego-Hajigo

(Windurst Waters North, F-10 upper right)

Level 1	[Name]? Hmm... Sorry, but I never heard that name before.
Level 2	[Name]? Hmm... Now, was that the name of the...? No, that was some other lady/lord.
Level 3	Oh, you're the [Name] that people are starting to talk about. I've heard pretty good things about you.
Level 4	Why, if it isn't [Name]! I heard some guys talking about you over their dinners at the eatery last night. They had nothing but good things to say about you. Keep up the good work!
Level 5	Hello there, [Name]! There aren't many Windurstians who don't know that name. We're all proud to have you on our side! Keep up the great work!
Level 6	Mister/Miss [Name]! You'd have to be living in a hole somewhere not to have heard that name. All the bards in the land are singing songs of your outstanding deeds. Keep up the extraordinary work!
Level 7	Mister/Miss [Name]! There isn't a soul in all of Windurst that has yet to hear the tales of your feats. Why, I remember when you were just a fledgling adventurer. It seems like just yesterday...
Level 8	A day doesn't go by when I fail to hear a tale of your deeds. I am proud to be a citizen of the same great country as Sir/Lady [Name]. Keep up the marvelous work!
Level 9	Sir/Lady [Name]! I am honored to have the hero of Windurst in my presence. Every man and woman in the country knows by heart the tales of your courage. May the Goddess shine her light of grace upon you.

Jeuno Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Mendi

(Lower Jeuno, H-8 in the lower section near the sea, in between the two
stairways.)

Level 1	[Name], eh? Hmm... That name is vaguely familiar... But I'm afraid few in this town have heard of you. Just keep working at it. You'll make a name for yourself eventually.
Level 2	Oh, so you're [Name]...Yes, I heard some travelers in a tavern talk about you. It seems you've a fair reputation.
Level 3	[Name]! You have become well known in these parts! I hear much of your accomplishments. Keep up the good work, and greatness lies in your future.
Level 4	Hello, [Name]! I hear your name mentioned quite often these days. You've done well, my friend. Keep at it.
Level 5	Hello, [Name]! A good deal of people here in Jeuno know about you! And they all say you're quite the do-gooder! Thank you for serving our fair city. Keep up the good work!
Level 6	Why, it's [Name]! Your growing reputation precedes you. We hope your already substantial contributions to our humble city will continue to grow with time.
Level 7	Why, hello, [Name]. I say, literally everyone in Jeuno knows your name. It is my pleasure to inform you how impressed we are with your service to Jeuno. We hope to see more of your commendable generosity in the future!
Level 8	Lord/Lady [Name]! To all citizens here, your name is synonymous with courage and sacrifice. Not a day goes by without hearing of your saintlike service to Jeuno. I speak for all of Jeuno when I express my sincerest appreciation for your generosity. Indeed, bards shall sing of your virtues for ages to come!
Level 9	You have emerged as a hero to the people of Jeuno. Just the sound of your name strikes courage into their hearts. As a representative of its citizens, I humbly ask you to continue your efforts for the good of the duchy.

Kazham Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Ney Hiparujah

(Kazham, I-11 upper left)

Level 1	I'm sorry, but I ain't heard of your name before.
Level 2	I don't think I've heard of your name before so much.
Level 3	Wait... don't tell me... It's...[Name], right? Yeah, I've been hearing your name more often lately. A little bit more work, and soon everybody will know who you arrre.
Level 4	Hi therrre, [Name]. I've been telling everybody about my new friend. We're friends, right? Keep up the good work. The betterrr my friends look, the betterrr I look!
Level 5	Oh, [Name]! Long time no see! Your name comes up a lot these days. And guess what? Nobody has anything bad to say about you. That's a compliment in itself!
Level 6	You know, I don't think there's a person in this village who doesn't know yourrr name. You keep up the good work, and I'll have to start calling you Mister/Miss [Name]!
Level 7	Mister/Miss [Name]! Arrre you heading out on anotherrr dangerous mission? Be careful! We'll all be rooting for you. I know it has been hard to get such a good reputation, but don't take it for granted. Yourrr work is farrr from being done!
Level 8	Mister/Miss [Name]! You are one smooth cat! I've neverrr met a mainlander who did so much for islanders. I'm proud to call you my acquaintance...my friend!
Level 9	Lord/Lady [Name]! The fame your name carries stretches from here to Windurst! I cannot begin to put into words the gratitude this village feels forrr you. Live long, hero of Kazham!

Selbina Related

Fame Evaluation NPC: Waylea

(Rabao, G-9 down right)

Level 1	Who is it? I've never heard of the name.
Level 2	I wonder if I have heard of your name before...
Level 3	I have heard of your name before.
Level 4	Hm? [Name]? I've heard that name before. Seems you're building yourself a good reputation. But you've still got a long way to go until you can say you're truly famous. The journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step, so keep at it.
Level 5	Greetings, [Name]. Your endeavors in neighboring countries have reached us here in Rabao, and the glory of your reputation precedes you. I feel honored to have known you before you became so famous. Good luck with your continuing adventurers!
Level 6	It seems most people know you!
Level 7	Wow, [Name]! There's hardly a soul in all of Rabao who hasn't heard your name! I could hardly believe the stir you've been making. You've entered the ranks of the truly great adventurers! But don't be content with your position; aim for the very top!
Level 8	[Name!] Every time I speak with you, you seem to have gained in status. Pretty soon, I'm gonna have to start making appointments to talk to you! There isn't a person in the whole of Rabao who hasn't heard of you. I never dreamed you would come so far!
Level 9	Ah, [Name]. I've known you since you were just starting out around here, but to think you would go on to achieve such glory... In Rabao and beyond, your name is on everyone's lips. It wouldn't be going to far to say you've achieved the status of hero in my eyes. May the blessings of the Goddess Altana watch over your continuing endeavors.

A note on Tenshodo fame

The fame evaluation NPC for Tenshodo fame is Vaultimand (in Norg,
H-8 upper right.) However, because of the difficulty in getting to Vaultimand in Norg, many people will check their Tenshodo fame by the price of Rice Balls in the Tenshodo HQ in Lower Jeuno. This Rice Ball price check is more analog than just directly going to Vaultimand and asking him your fame level, so it must be taken with a grain of salt. Where it is known, I have included a reasonable Rice Ball price range for each fame level.

Level 1	Who the hell are you? [Name]? Never heard of ya. How am I supposed to remember the name of one puny ant when there's millions of ya swarmin' around?	Rice Ball Price 186-172
Level 2	[Name]? I mighta hearda somebody that went by that name, but I meets a lot of people in me line of work. Don't look so upset there, matey. It takes a lot t'get people t'remember ya. It all starts with trust!	169-168
Level 3	Wait a minute, I remeber you...Mich...no...[Name], right? Ya see, do a little work, and people start recognizin' ya. Keep up tha good work!	164-163
Level 4	Well if it isn' [Name]. Hear yer name lots 'round these parts lately. Why, I remembers when you was nothin' but a measly insect. Thanks t'me advice, you're doin' quite well here in Norg.	160-156
Level 5	Oh, [Name]. I was just talkin' to me mateys about ya the other day. Nothin' bad, of course. They had all heard about yer deeds fer Norg. Some are even startin' t'think that maybe all you adventurers ain't so bad after all.	155-150
Level 6	[Name]! There's hardly a soul in Norg that doesn't know yer bloody name. Oh, sorry 'bout that. Me mum never did teach me no manners. I'll watch me damn mouth...I mean, I'll watch me mouth from now on.	148-144
Level 7	[Name]...Mister/Miss [Name]. You've become quite the household name 'round Norg. All me mateys keep askin' me if I can introduce them to ya. You've made quite a reputation for yerself! Lookin' at ya gets me thinkin' like I should leave tha life on the open sea, and become an adventurer!	--
Level 8	I have hear of your showing activity again!	--
Level 9	Lord/Lady [Name]! Next t'our leader, Gilgamesh, yer the most famous person in all'a Norg! Some me mateys are even callin' ya a hero! May the light of the Dawn Goddess shine down upon ya in all yer journeys 'round Vana'diel!	--

Conclusion

Now that you know how to check your fame for each region, you are ready to begin. Good luck in your quests!

Sources

Fame page on FFXI.Somepage.com

Fame page on Jesterx.com