Forging from steel is not a job for the weak. Many around Vana’diel wish they could be blacksmiths, only a chosen few will make the cut. The finest blacksmiths are trained in Bastok, with a mine on every corner it is quite easy to find supplies to work with. San D’Oria also has a mining guild but supplies are much harder to come by. You can start crafting in any town but it is suggested that you visit at least on of these to join the guild. Also the crafter’s are more then willing to help with info.

Blacksmith shops and guilds are places to buy your supplies and get advice.

Once you are part of the blacksmith guild you will be tested as you gain skill. Each level has an exam and a item that must be Synthesized before you can achieve the next rank. Below is a table of what you will need.