How To Get Photograph Emote (Patch 7.18) in Final Fantasy XIV

One of the most delightful aspects of the social culture in Final Fantasy XIV is the wide array of character emotes that allow players to engage with one another in unique ways. Here's your guide on how to acquire the charming Photograph emote introduced in Patch 7.18.

How To Unlock the Photograph Emote (Patch 7.18) in Final Fantasy XIV

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As part of an exciting collaboration with Fujifilm's Instax, Final Fantasy XIV's Patch 7.18 has added a delightful new emote for all players, available at no cost. The "Photograph" emote lets you capture the beauty of Eorzea through a simulated photography experience.

Unlike other emotes in the game, which may be locked behind quests or require a purchase, the "Photograph" emote is readily accessible in your Emote menu upon logging in after updating to the latest patch. There's no need for a specific level or expansion purchase to enjoy this fun addition.

How To Use the Photograph Emote in FFXIV

Photograph emote on a mount in FFXIV Screenshot by the Escapist Photograph emote underwater in FFXIV Screenshot by The Escapist

To use the Photograph emote, navigate to your Emote menu under the "Social" tab. Scroll down to the "General" tab where you'll find the "Photograph" emote. Select it, and your character will whip out a Fujifilm-style camera to snap a Polaroid picture. For easy access, consider adding it to your Favorites if you plan to use it frequently.

The Photograph emote is versatile and can be used in various settings, from underwater in the Ruby Sea to atop a mount, whether grounded or flying. It's not meant for continuous use during "AFK" times, but it offers dynamic possibilities for creating interesting, Inception-style poses with your character.

Patch 7.18 is the final update before the more substantial Patch 7.2 arrives in late March, bringing new dungeons, a return to the Arcadion, Cosmic Exploration, and more for players to enjoy.

This wraps up our guide on obtaining the Photograph emote in Final Fantasy XIV. For more on the game, don't miss our coverage on all rewards for the FFXIV Moogle Treasure Trove Phantasmagoria event.

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