Dark Clouds Gather is a Main Quest in Final Fantasy 16, which is required in order to complete The Gathering Storm. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explain everything you need to know about Dark Clouds Gather.

Dark Clouds Gather: Overview

Final Fantasy 16: Dark Clouds Gather Walkthrough 1
Dark Clouds Gather begins during The Gathering Storm, and is compulsory. — Image: Push Square
Type Description
Main Quest

Martha has been arrested by the provincial garrison — most likely for her dealings with Bearers — and taken west in the direction of Sorrowise. Clive and Jill rush to follow.
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Dark Clouds Gather: Walkthrough

Dark Clouds Gather begins after speaking to Cole in The Gathering Storm. He explains that Martha has been arrested, and led away by soldiers.

After the cutscene is done, exit the inn and head out west. Use the elevator to go down, and follow the marker onscreen. On the way, a cutscene will play in which you find Martha. Afterwards, continue heading towards Glaidemond Abbey. On the path are small groups of enemies to dispatch, but they shouldn't cause you any grief.

Go inside the abbey and watch the cutscene. You'll be up against a group of soldiers.

Enemies Spoils:

Once the enemies are dealt with, the quest is done.

Objective Log

  • Make for Glaidemond Abbey
  • Continue to Glaidemond Abbey
  • Slay the Black Shields

Dark Clouds Gather: Rewards

  • 1x The Breath of Wind (Gouge)
  • 60x Bloody Hide
  • 250 EXP
  • 10 Renown

Did you follow this walkthrough for Dark Clouds Gather? For more information on Final Fantasy 16, including All Quests, refer to our Final Fantasy 16 guide through the link.