Hydaelyn at large (is there a compilation of info yet?)

[Enkidoh]

Really? All the information I'd read on the subject stated that it was a near-Eastern city state on 'a continent across the Jade sea' (which Othard definitely fits the bill), and states Thavnair is a separate location, (that's how FF Wiki states it anyway, although I know shouldn't rely on that as an accurate source ).

In any event, I believe you, but I'm just trying to work out which is correct (damnit, where are Moose, Catapult and the rest of the Loremasters when you need them? ).

[Catapult]

(damnit, where are Moose, Catapult and the rest of the Loremasters when you need them? ).

Here's my problem: We don't have a full-blown map of the planet. For all we know, Othard could be to the west... and to the East. There is simply too much missing information for me to make north or south of it.

It may be time to call on that Astronomical Society of Eorzea...

[Kyan]

Here's my problem: We don't have a full-blown map of the planet. For all we know, Othard could be to the west... and to the East. There is simply too much missing information for me to make north or south of it.

Completely agree, which is why I am careful to note what is my speculation. I have listed things based off of information from in game (or official website) sources. But without a map, it is hard to know... I would love to have an exclusive sneak-peak at the world of Hydaelyn! Shut up and take my gil!

What I can speculate on though, in terms of location, is that I believe Othard to be closer to Aldenard (possibly connected by land bridge, with Ilsabard as well), with Thavnair slightly beyond Othard, and with the Far East beyond Thavnair. Why?

Othard and Ilsabard being connected to Aldenard: Goblin pilgrimages to these lands, and the pest fish species introduced into Aldenards waters. Okay, not a lot of solid evidence. But the world map we currently have does seem to indicate a land bridge in the North East of some description, or more to Aldenard if it is an island continent.

Trade agreements. We see Limsa Lominsa mentioning trade agreements several times with both Radz-at-Han and the Far East in a variety of plots and quests. I understand that Limsa Lominsa is a nation of pirates, huzzah, but I do not see them willing to supply goods for coin with the Garlean Empire or its conquered nations, which Othard and Ilsabard have been stated to be. Perhaps Othard, sandwiched between Thavnair and the Far East, and us, will be the easier of the three Great Continents to "liberate" if we strengthen our bonds with the East? That is, of course, if my speculations on location are correct.