Back to Their Origin is a Main Quest in Final Fantasy 16, following on from Streets of Madness. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explain everything you need to know about Back to Their Origin.

Back to Their Origin: Overview

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Back to Their Origin begins after fast travelling back to The Hideaway after Streets of Madness. — Image: Push Square
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Main Quest

The final Mothercrystal has fallen, but a new one has risen in its place. A stain on the horizon, filling the hearts of all who look upon it with dread — Origin. There, deep inside, a reckoning awaits.
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Back to Their Origin: Walkthrough

Back to Their Origin begins immediately after you fast travel back to The Hideaway following the last quest.

Go and talk to Otto in his usual spot. Watch the cutscene. Afterwards, talk to Joshua, and watch the next cutscene.

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Next, find and talk to Jill. Watch the next cutscene.

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Once that's done, your next task is to fast travel to Origin. Before you do, take this moment to clear up any unfinished business — completing any outstanding side quests; crafting new weapons, belts, and vambraces; tracking down more materials and accessories; and conquering any notorious marks from the hunt board.

After you fast travel to Origin, this stopgap of a quest is over.

Objective Log

  • Speak with Otto in the mess
  • Speak with Joshua
  • Speak with Jill
  • Make for Origin

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