Active Time Lore Explained

The Active Time Lore compiles relevant information about Clive and Valisthea in Final Fantasy 16 (FF16). Read on to know more about Active Time Lore, how to access it, and if this feature is missable.

What is FF16's Active Time Lore?

FF16 Lore Compilation

In-Game Description
A compilation of important information relevant to Clive's current storyline progression.

This feature compiles the relevant information about Clive and Valisthea, depending on what part of the story Active Time Lore is accessed.

This feature is perfect for players who want to dive deep into the lore of Final Fantasy 16!

Divided Into Lore Categories

Lore Category	Meaning
Lay of the Land	Displays information about the location and the factions in Final Fantasy XVI.
Persons of Interest	Displays information about characters in the game. This includes the main protagonist, Clive and his trustworthy companion, Torgal.
The Bestiary	Displays information about the different beasts in the game. This includes the Eikons.
Mysteries of the Realm	Displays information about the different phenomena in the world of Valisthea. This will include the lore about Dominants.

When Active Time Lore is accessed, it will display lore entries from different categories, depending on Clive's current situation. This includes Lay of the Land, Persons of Interest, Bestiary, and Mysteries of the Realm.

The feature is not missable and will only serve as a guide throughout Final Fantasy 16's storyline, properly orienting players to the vast world of Valisthea.

Valisthea Map and List of Regions

How to Access Active Time Lore

Hold the Touch Pad Any Time During Gameplay

Active Time Lore can be accessed at any time during gameplay. To do this, Press and hold the Touch Pad button and read through any lore you want to know about!

Best to Access Active Time Lore During Cutscenes

The Active Time Lore can be accessed during cutscenes and will display information that is relevant to Clive's current situation and/or timeline. It's best to access this feature in cutscenes where new information or characters are introduced to better understand the story of Final Fantasy 16.

Is Active Time Lore Missable?

Active Time Lore is Not Missable

If you're getting lost on the story, you can access the Active Time Lore feature at any time during the gameplay. Other than that, there are no requirements to access this feature.

Missables and One-Time Events Guide

Revisit Lore Entries in the Thousand Tomes

Since the Active Time Lore is about the in-game lore, it can be assumed that any entries from accessing the feature can be revisited in the Thousand Tomes library. It's located in Cid's Hideaway, managed by the loresman, Harpocrates.

Harpocrates Guide: Thousand Tomes Explained

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