Empyreum
Ishgard's Highland Majesty
About Empyreum
Perched high in the Coerthas Highlands, Empyreum is Ishgard's prestigious residential district offering breathtaking mountain views and Gothic grandeur. This majestic neighborhood features towering spires, snow-dusted rooftops, and an atmosphere of refined nobility befitting the Holy See.
Added in Endwalker as the newest housing district, Empyreum quickly captured the hearts of players who dreamed of Ishgardian living. Its dramatic architecture, featuring pointed arches, flying buttresses, and stained glass windows, creates a uniquely atmospheric setting unlike any other district.
From cozy highland lodges to imposing castle-like mansions, Empyreum offers decorators the chance to create homes that embody the strength and elegance of Ishgard's thousand-year history.
Location & Access
Access Empyreum from Ishgard via:
- Aetheryte: Direct teleport after unlocking
- Airship: From Foundation airship landing
- Walking: Through the Firmament district
Note: Requires completion of Heavensward MSQ to access Ishgard.
Atmosphere & Aesthetics
Natural Features
- Mountain Views: Panoramic highland vistas
- Snow-Covered Landscape: Year-round winter wonderland
- Gothic Architecture: Dramatic spires and arches
- Aurora Borealis: Northern lights visible at night
- Frozen Lakes: Ice features throughout
Popular Design Themes
Decorating Tips
Embrace Ishgardian Style
- Use deep blues, silvers, and stone grays
- Add stained glass and pointed arch elements
- Incorporate heavy fabrics like velvet and brocade
- Use dramatic lighting with candelabras
Recommended Furniture Sets
- Ishgardian Set: Noble Ishgardian furniture
- Manor Items: Aristocratic decor
- Winter Elements: Snow and ice decorations
- Religious Items: Halonic church elements
Empyreum Statistics
- Total Plots: 55,800
- Claimed: 0
- City-State: Ishgard
- Theme: Gothic/Highland
- Added: Patch 6.1 (Endwalker)