Final Fantasy XII - 30 - Balfonheim Port

Overview: After Draklor, you return here with Reddas and, after quite a long cutscene, you're on your own to find the Feywood. You can also head to the Cerobi Steppe, which is, surprisingly, totally optional. However, a number of sidequests and Hunts will require you to go there, so this isn't a bad time to check it out. Below I'll talk about Port Balfonheim's accomidations, and preparations for the Feywood.

Balfonheim Port/ Saccio Lane

Guide: After the long cutscenes, you'll meet with a few of Reddas' lackies here, one of whom is the sluttiest woman in the history of Final Fantasy. Yes, Elza managed to beat out Fran's leather/metal swimsuit. After that you can head east into the city proper.

Balfonheim Port/ Quayside Court

Guide: Inside the bar near the water you'll find Balfonheim's Hunt Board, the weapon shop has some new weapons, but probably not enough to justify upgrading. The Technick shop is sadly understocked, so you can practically ignore it.

Balfonheim Port/ Canal Lane

Guide: You can find two houses here, full of pirates who are for or against Reddas' style of government. Not much else.

Balfonheim Port/ Gallerina Marketplace

Guide: So many new Gambits, and finally, modified Self Gambits! Buy them all. Also, you can buy Vaccines now, and you should pick up a few from the provisioner to save your Remedy stock. The magick seller also has some amazing new spells, namely Curaja, and third tier Black Magick.

Balfonheim Port/ Chivany Breakwater

Guide: The Aerodrome here has a Save Crystal within, and a mess of NPCs to talk to.

Balfonheim Port/ Sea Breeze Lane

Guide: Here you'll find the exit to the Cerobi Steppe, a Teleport Crystal, Hurdy, and ol' Dyce from the Tomb of Raithwall.

So, with the town all explored, you're probably itching to hop that Crystal and get moving to the Feywood. However, now's a good time to do some Hunting, perhaps go back to Archades and go to Central, since you've got a Sandalwood Chop and all. But if you're ready to get going, teleport to the Golmore Jungle, head west through Whisperleaf Way, south through The Needlebrake, and into the Rustling Chapel.