Tracking down Notorious Marks in Final Fantasy 16 provides players with some of the most thrilling combat encounters and rewarding crafting materials in Valisthea. Among these formidable rank A targets is The Wailing Banshee, a lethal elemental harpy known officially as Gizamaluk. Locating this creature requires fulfilling specific prerequisites and navigating to a remote region in the kingdom of Waloed.
Prerequisites for Unlocking the Hunt
Before you can track down The Wailing Banshee, you must first unlock the hunt on the Nektar Moogle board in the Hideaway. The mark only becomes available after completing the side quest titled An Inconvenient Truth. This quest is issued by Vivian Ninetails near the end of the main story campaign.
Once the side quest is completed, check the Hunt Board to officially register the Rank A bounty. If you attempt to visit the target location prior to accepting or finishing this quest, the boss encounter will not trigger. Taking time to prepare your equipment and Eikonic abilities before setting off is highly recommended.
Finding The Wailing Banshee Location in Waloed
To find Gizamaluk, fast travel to the Vidargraes Obelisk located in the eastern continent of Waloed. From the waypoint, travel directly southwest across the open fields toward a ruined settlement. The target resides within the abandoned village known as Garnick.
Upon entering the open area in Garnick, a cutscene will trigger as Gizamaluk swoops down from above to engage Clive in battle. The battle area gives you enough room to maneuver around her quick attacks. Be prepared for an intense fight as soon as you step into the center of the village grounds.
Combat Strategies and Defeating Gizamaluk
Gizamaluk relies heavily on aggressive wind magic and high-speed aerial charges that require precise timing to dodge. She frequently summons explosive wind sigils on the ground that restrict your movement during combat. Utilizing ranged Eikonic abilities like Phoenix Heatwave or Bahamut Impulse can safely build up her stagger meter from a distance.
When her health drops significantly, she will execute her signature technique called Storm Chaser. This attack combines ground wind explosions with aggressive diving swoops directly aimed at Clive. Focus primarily on evading her sequence before countering with your most damaging Eikonic combinations.
Rewards for Defeating The Wailing Banshee
Vanquishing The Wailing Banshee yields valuable spoils that reward Clive's combat prowess. Upon victory, you will earn substantial experience, gil, and 45 Renown points to claim rewards back at the Hideaway. Additionally, you will receive rare crafting materials essential for upgrading high-tier armor and weapons.
