Gil is the primary currency used in all Final Fantasy games. With it, players can usually purchase a variety of unique items to aid each game's protagonist on their adventure. In Final Fantasy 16, there are several ways to acquire Gil, but amassing large sums requires some specific approaches.
Whenever players wish to replenish Clive's potion supply or buy new weapons, accessories, or items, they need to ensure they have the Gil required to do so. Thankfully, there are several ways to farm Gil in Final Fantasy 16, but some methods are much more rewarding than others.
Final Fantasy 16: Gil Farm (Early Game)
Players who pre-ordered Final Fantasy 16 will have access to the Cait Sith Charm, an accessory that, when equipped, increases the amount Gil Clive earns by 25%. Equipping this accessory from the beginning of the game will allow players to amass ridiculous amounts of Gil while progressing the story, but those hoping to acquire more should focus on completing side quests and defeating specific enemies.
Completing side quests in Final Fantasy 16 is a pretty handy way to acquire some Gil during the early game, but players who wish to earn even more will need to explore Rosaria and Sanbreque and defeat some of the enemies lurking there. Slaying Bluebirds is a great way to acquire Gil, as they can reward Clive with valuable items. Items like Goblin Coins, Black Blood, and Gil Bugs serve no purpose in crafting and exist solely to be sold in exchange for Gil. The best way to farm Gil from Bluebirds is to travel north of Northreach, defeat the two Bluebirds that spawn there, fast-travel back to Northreach, and repeat the process.
If players are willing to go above and beyond in the hope of acquiring Gil, there is an exploit they can use involving restorative items. If Clive dies in combat, his restorative items will be replenished once he respawns. Taking advantage of this, players can sell all of Clive's healables, purposely die in combat to replenish them, and then sell them again to make a profit. Though this method is a little time-consuming, it can be used indefinitely to farm Gil.
Final Fantasy 16: Gil Farm (Mid Game)
During the Home, Sweet Home main quest, players can acquire the Golden Testament, an accessory that increases Clive's Gil intake by 35%. Equipping this accessory, alongside the Cait Sith Charm, will increase the amount Gil Clive earns by 60%. To acquire the Golden Testament, Clive must interact with Charon at her shop in The Hideaway and buy it for 5,000 Gil.
Clive will also earn Gil by finding and defeating Notorious Marks. The rewards earned for defeating a Notorious Mark are listed under said Mark's description on the Hunt Board, making it easy for players to see what offers the most Gil. If players are unsatisfied with the amount of Gil they earned through hunting Notorious Marks and completing side quests, they can continue farming Bluebirds and selling valuable items.
Final Fantasy 16: Gil Farm (Late Game)
Upon reaching The Kingdom of Waloed, players will likely have amassed a ridiculously large amount of Gil, but nothing is stopping them from earning even more. Again, completing side quests and hunts is a great way to increase the size of Clive's pockets, but those hoping to see a more substantial increase should seek out the One Man's Treasure item.
The map leading to this item can be found in the northwest region of The Great Southern Gate in The Kingdom of Waloed. Once it has been acquired, players can travel to the Titan's Wake area of Dhalmekia and proceed into the central southeastern offshoot to find the chest containing it. The One Man's Treasure can then be sold for 100,000 Gil.
A great way to farm Gil during the late game is to visit The Kingdom of Waloed and defeat the Hyenas lurking there. The Hyenas tend to drop Goblin Coins quite frequently; they can be found by traveling east from the Ravenwit Walls Obelisk to the very edge of the map.
In Final Fantasy Mode, players can acquire the Golden Testament 2 accessory, which increases the amount of Gil they earn by 50%. This accessory cannot be obtained during first playthroughs, so unless players are willing to play through the story once more, they will not be able to get it.
Final Fantasy 16 is available exclusively for PlayStation 5.