Sapphic Syndies
Aether (Faerie)
The Goblet, Ward 8, Plot 58 - The Hideaway
About Us
<SapSy> was formed on March 7th, 2021. We are a rank 30 Free Company that is aiming to create and foster a healthy and helpful community on Faerie.We are an 18+ Free Company aiming to create a coffeehouse-esque community that is cozy, close-knit, and social while serving as a safe space without requiring exceptional obligations or time requirements.
Casual Play
Do you enjoy experiencing the MSQ? Maybe you love Triple Triad? Or do you just want to get all those spells on your Blue Mage? We do too, and would love to help you along the way!
Raiding
As of early 2023, we have an FC-sponsored static and plenty of experienced players. Whether you're brand new and just wanting to dip your toes into endgame content or looking for folks to play with, we can help.
Roleplaying
Does your character have a story? We appreciate anyone that likes to feel a little more immersed, and has a story or character they would like to share.
Services
Crafters
Need your items now? Have the mats and don’t wanna spend gil on the marketboard? Our fantastic crafters will hook you up in no time.
The [Treasure] Hunt
We have a fledgling hunt community and are all treasure hunters here. Make sure to ask for an invite to the hunt linkshell!
We also sponsor a weekly map night and attendance is highly encouraged!
Buffs
We have battle-class leveling buffs up every day, and we rotate crafting, gathering, and MGP throughout the week on a schedule!
Leadership
Questions, comments, or concerns? Our Leadership Team is here to help! Be it big or small, our officers are here to make sure you have the best experience possible during your time with <SapSy>.
Rhea Lyhall
If, one day, you make it to our final destination, would you please leave flowers?
[it/she]
Commander
Co-Founder
Web Admin
When did you start playing FFXIV and what made you start playing?
“I started playing just before the early access of Shadowbringers after Tavi convinced a couple of friends of ours to try it after getting bored by WoW and STO.”
Executive Officer
Founder
Favorite Dungeon: The Twinning
Favorite Normal Raid: Alphascape V4.0
Favorite Alliance Raid: N/A
Interests: Theology, witchcraft, cooking, running too many tabletops
When did you start playing FFXIV and what made you start playing?
“I started playing about a year ago when my fiancee moved in and convinced me to sub to start an FC with her. I slogged through ARR then Heavensward hooked me for the rest of the game.”
Morgan Lyhall
please read the bylaws
[she/it]
V'zophi Dherno
Have you heard of the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV? Seriously, have you???
[she/fae/it]
Executive Officer
Recruiter
Interests: Queer media, crafting, writing, retro music, getting more people into FFXIV
When did you start playing FFXIV and what made you start playing?
“i’ve been playing FFXIV since february of 2021, when i finally got a computer good enough to run anything beyond the most basic of games. i asked folks “hey i kinda wanna try an mmo, what do y’all recommend?” the resounding answer was FFXIV. i tried it, i liked it (helped by the fact so many of my friends were playing it!), and months later here i still am! hopefully i’ll be here for a long time.”
Officer
Favorite Dungeon: Shisui of the Violet Tide
Favorite Normal Raid: Eden’s Promise: Eternity
Favorite Alliance Raid: Tower at Paradigm’s Breach
Interests: Music, glamour, raids
When did you start playing FFXIV and what made you start playing?
“A friend suggested I try it as the pandemic raged and I haven’t looked back, especially given the state of my previous game World of Warcraft.”
Lexie Metis
Knows the words to Equilibrium
[she/her]
Tsuki Izanami
Sweet mother, I cannot weave – slender Aphrodite has overcome me with longing for a girl.
[she/they]
Officer
Raid Leader
Heya! Long-time Viera main and resident hardcore raider here; I've cleared the current tier on content and I'm digging into at least one ultimate at the moment. When I'm not busy with that or farming mounts from the latest extreme trial, I spend a fair bit of time crafting and focusing on the true endgame: ~Fashion~I'm also a huge fan of adventuring forays and other side content, such as Eureka and Bozja.Outside of Eorzea I work in cybersecurity, with a background in virtualization, system administration, and security testing. I play more instruments than I can name (chiefly guitar/synths these days), love riding motorcycles (sportbikes ♥), and I run a mean game of D&D.
Officer
Project Manager
Hi hey! Resident workshop gremlin here, wishing you a good day ❤️
Lily Celestis
don't mind us we're just here for the catgirls
[it/they/she]
Company Charter
Part 0: Community Safekeeping
Sapphic Syndies is a safe space, and in the interests of maintaining that safe space, the Founder and through hir the Officers may take actions against members that violate the spirit and essence of these rules, even if they have not technically violated the text of any rules or statements.
Part 1: Inclusivity, Respect, and Understanding
Sapphic Syndies is an explicitly queer Free Company, ran by queer folks for queer folks. We are open to all like-minded individuals, but maintain a strong sapphic focus.This means we are inclusive and respectful of the great many shades and flavors of queerness out there. TERF (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminism), truscum (Trans Medicalism), and exclusionist philosophies and ideologies are not welcome in Sapphic Syndies. Policing someone’s identity or casting doubt on the validity of their sexuality is unacceptable.There will be times when there is confusion or misunderstandings in discussing these personal aspects; such times should be handled cordially, with anyone asking for clarification or further information keeping in mind that the onus is on them to do so in a respectful fashion.
Part 2: Positivity, Serious Topics, and Escapism
Life is unavoidably difficult at times, especially for queer folks. This game, and the FC by extension, is a way to escape that difficulty and get enjoyment and at times catharsis. Consequently, the FC is not an appropriate place to discuss particularly serious or heavy topics at length. This is not a blanket prohibition on anything that is “negative” or “politically charged” but a general statement that there are social spaces better suited for more in depth discussions of that nature.The subpart to this is that if you are discussing a topic known to be a triggering subject (i.e. severe violence, sexual assault, etc), it should be spoiler tagged and preferably threaded.
Part 3: Internet Decorum
This is not an exhaustive list of dos and do nots but most folks who join this FC will be somewhat familiar with general internet etiquette: the common law of the internet still applies here. Don’t flame folks, don’t go fishing for arguments, approach conversations with a desire to contribute, not to start shit. Put posts in categories appropriate for them, keep NSFW content to the NSFW categories. If you ever have a question or need clarification on something, please ask the officers, any of whom will be glad to answer or help you.A subset of this rule is that not everyone is going be everyone else’s friend. We want a warm and welcoming community, but any group of any size is going have disagreements or folks who simply don’t like each other. Not liking someone else is not a rules violation, fishing for arguments is. Don’t pick fights intentionally, and use common sense to gauge when simply not interacting is the better option.
Part 4: Representing the FC
While playing in FFXIV or any other game that SapSy members partake in under the label, you are in some capacity representing the entire FC. If you’re out and about repeating TERF talking points, it isn’t good for you and it isn’t good for the FC, and if we find out it will be handled just the same as if it was said within FC communications.
Part 5: Discipline
Officers of the FC may informally or formally warn members of conduct violations and, in severe or repeat infractions, suspend a member’s participation in the FC for a length of time. Expulsion may be considered in grievous infractions or several repeat infractions with no sign of change.
Buff Schedule
| Day | Buff 1 | Buff 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Jackpot II (+10% MGP) |
| Monday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Earth & Water II (+10% DoL XP) |
| Tuesday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Helping Hand II (+10% DoH XP) |
| Wednesday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Reduced Rates II (-10% Teleport Cost) |
| Thursday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Reduced Rates II (-10% Teleport Cost) |
| Friday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Mark Up II (+10% Wolf Marks) |
| Saturday | Heat of the Battle II (+10% DoW/DoM XP) | Jackpot II (+10% MGP) |
The Hideaway
The Goblet - Ward 8, Plot 58
We acquired our cottage on May 5th, 2021, and recently redecorated as of 2022. We're very proud of it, so enjoy some photos of the estate and our members' chambers!
