Skip the route confusion, Party Finder delays, and “one more wipe” nights. Buy The Merchant’s Tale boosting service from Simple Carry and get the exact clear or reward you want—whether that’s all 12 Variant paths, a fast Advanced clear, a clean Criterion clear, or mount-focused packages for the Royal Magicked Carpet and Genie Lamp.
Our veteran FFXIV players know how Merchant’s Tale works across every tier, so your runs stay smooth, efficient, and goal-focused.
NOTE: These services are piloted, meaning we will play on your account. Please disable OTP and Steam Guard prior to the start of the service.
What You’ll Get
Completion of The Merchant’s Tale on the service you purchase:
- Variant All 12 Paths Completion
- Variant (Advanced) Clear
- Criterion Clear (Another Merchant’s Tale)
Merchant’s Tale rewards and progress, depending on what you buy:
- Corvosi Potsherds from Variant (used for cosmetics and collectibles)
- Corvosi Brass from Advanced (used for key reward exchanges)
- Corvosi Manuscripts from Criterion (used for high-end exchanges)
Personal loot opportunities from coffers and personal spoils (you loot your own coffers)
Progress toward Merchant’s Tale achievements, including boss-kill achievements and exploration/record completion goals
If you purchase mount products:
- Royal Magicked Carpet Mount
- Genie Lamp Mount
Merchant’s Tale Services We Offer
Merchant’s Tale Variant All 12 Paths Completion
Perfect for players who want full completion without wasting time guessing routes. This option focuses on completing every route/path, ensuring you finish the Variant side properly and unlock the full set of Merchant’s Tale progression.
Best for:
- Completionists who want every path finished cleanly
- Players chasing full Variant progress and achievement completion
- Anyone who doesn’t want to rerun routes blindly
Merchant’s Tale Variant (Advanced) Clear
Advanced turns Merchant’s Tale into a boss-focused, efficient clear tier. If you want a clean completion (or you’re working toward Advanced exchange rewards), this is the straightforward option built for speed and consistency.
Best for:
- Players who want a fast Advanced completion
- Players targeting Advanced currency rewards
- Anyone who wants boss-focused clears without route exploration
Merchant’s Tale Criterion Clear (Another Merchant’s Tale)
Criterion is the high-end, fixed-party version of the dungeon. It’s a strict execution check and is where many groups struggle due to consistency requirements. This service is ideal if you want a clean completion without Party Finder volatility.
Best for:
- Players who want a reliable Criterion completion
- High-end reward chasers who don’t want repeated wipe nights
- Anyone who wants the hardest tier handled cleanly and efficiently
Royal Magicked Carpet Mount
Mount-focused option for players who want the Royal Magicked Carpet without dealing with farm planning or repeated clears. We handle the pathing toward the reward so you get the result with minimal hassle.
Genie Lamp Mount
Mount-focused option for players who want the Genie Lamp reward tied to Criterion progression. Perfect for players who want the mount secured with consistent execution instead of a long grind.
Potential Rewards From The Merchant’s Tale
Depending on the tier and goals you choose, Merchant’s Tale can award a wide range of collectibles and progression rewards, including:
- Dungeon currencies (Potsherds / Brass / Manuscripts) used for Old Sharlayan exchanges
- Minions such as Magic Lamp and Little Mermaid (loot opportunities vary by run)
- Triple Triad cards, including boss cards like Pari of Plenty, Lone Swordmaster, Darya the Sea-maid, and Deadly Dandan
- Personal spoils items like Corvosi furnishings and cosmetics (parasol, fan, sofa, carpets, crystal, shisha, etc.)
- Achievement progress for defeating specific bosses and completing dungeon objectives
- A Storied Collection completion reward (Comfortable Eye Mask facewear) when all folklore records are unlocked
Mount rewards offered on this page:
- Royal Magicked Carpet
- Genie Lamp
(Reward availability can vary based on your chosen tier and the exact objectives selected during the run.)
Requirements
- Account-sharing (piloted service)
- Completion of all MSQs required to access V&C content
- The Merchant’s Tale unlocked (Feature Quest: A Spellbinding Read)
- A properly geared character with all equipment slots filled (empty slots reduce stats significantly)
Meeting tier requirements for what you purchase:
- Variant is flexible and syncs up to the duty’s settings
- Advanced and Criterion have stricter endgame entry requirements
The Merchant’s Tale Boost FAQ
Q1: What is The Merchant’s Tale boosting service?
A: It’s a piloted service that completes The Merchant’s Tale on the tier you select—Variant (all 12 paths), Variant (Advanced), or Criterion—plus mount-focused options if you’re aiming for specific rewards.
Q2: What’s included with Variant All 12 Paths Completion?
A: We complete all 12 paths/routes for Merchant’s Tale Variant so you don’t have to repeat runs blindly. This is the best option for full Variant completion progress.
Q3: Can I buy mounts directly?
A: Yes. This page includes dedicated options for the Royal Magicked Carpet Mount and the Genie Lamp Mount, so you can target the reward you actually want.
Q4: Do I keep the loot and currencies earned?
A: Yes—anything earned on your character during the service stays on your account, including dungeon currencies and personal loot you obtain from your coffers.
Q5: Is this service piloted?
A: Yes. You’ll need to disable OTP and Steam Guard before we start.
Q6: What if I’m not sure which option to buy?
A: If you tell us your goal (all routes, a clear, or a mount), we’ll point you to the correct product and confirm requirements before starting.
Q7: Where do I unlock The Merchant’s Tale?
A: The dungeon is unlocked via the feature quest A Spellbinding Read, and accessed through the V&C Dungeon Finder in the Duty menu.