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Final Fantasy 16 (FF16)

Adamantoise Shell - How to Get and Use

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Adamantoise Shell is a key item in Final Fantasy 16 (FF16). See how to get and use Adamantoise Shell in our guide!

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Adamantoise Shell Overview

Adamantoise Shell Basic Information

Adamantoise Shell Basic Information
FF16 - Adamantoise Shell
Type Rarity Buy Price Sell Price
Key Item 2 N/A N/A
How to Get Acquired during the "Aiming High" side quest.
Effect No Effect
Description It is believed an adamantoise will grow a thin new layer to its protective shell once every two moons. Considering that many of the creatures live for hundreds of years, it should come as no surprise that the shells of older specimens can be several hands thick and weigh over fifty stone.

How to Get Adamantoise Shell

Ways to Get Adamantoise Shell

How to Get Acquired during the "Aiming High" side quest.

Complete Aiming High

You can obtain Adamantoise Shell by completing the "Aiming High" quest in Final Fantasy 16.

How to Use Adamantoise Shell

Give to NPCs During Side Quests

You can use the Adamantoise Shell during certain side quests to give it to certain NPCs when they request it. The Key Item will be removed from your inventory upon doing so.

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