Under New Management is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16, located in Northreach. It first appears during the Main Quest named Across the Narrow. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explain everything you need to know about Under New Management.

Under New Management: Overview

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Under New Management is a Side Quest you can pick up in Northreach. — Image: Push Square
Type Description
Side Quest

Isabelle requests that Clive speak with the Duke of Oriflamme and convince him of the error of his ways, before his self-interested schemes tear Northreach apart.
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Under New Management: Walkthrough

Under New Management begins when you speak to Isabelle. She'll ask you to speak to the duke on her behalf.

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Head over to the marker. As you get close, watch the cutscene.

Afterwards, head south to the market area and speak to the three marked citizens.

Next, go back into the town and speak with three more people, marked onscreen. Once that's done, you'll next need to talk to Philippe.

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Return to Isabelle and talk to her again, which ends the quest.

Objective Log

  • Speak with the Duke of Oriflamme in the garrison
  • Speak with townspeople outside the wall
  • Speak with townspeople inside the wall
  • Speak with Philippe
  • Report back to Isabelle

Under New Management: Rewards

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