About Us

Istari started playing FFXIV when it relaunched as A Realm Reborn and fell in love with the community almost instantly! He started The Black Waltz Free Company in 2014 with the purpose of creating a safe, warm place for people to play the game. His favourite job is Black Mage and he spends most of his time helping others. If he's not helping someone, you'll find him either raiding, or doing events with the Free Company.

"Hi! I’m Kellin, and you’ll probably see me playing FFXIV at strange times because I live in Japan with my real-life wife, Kouya Kaji! I love how there’s always something new to try in FFXIV, and I love the throwbacks to all of the previous FF titles. I also really enjoy putting together new glamours every now and then. I don’t do much crafting or savage raiding, but if you ever have a question or need a hand with a duty, let me know!"

 Diana started FFXIV back during 4.0. Since then, she has become deeply addicted to the game and engages heavily in the XIV community. She frequently draws FFXIV fanart (many of which have been featured on the FFXIV Community Commendations Livestream!) and loves taking /gpose screenshots! If she's not fan-girling over Thancred, she's probably chatting with FC mates or crafting/gathering. She's always willing to talk and cause shenanigans, so don't be afraid to reach out! 

Mufinella came to be a part of the Black Waltz when her good friend sang praises of the Free Company's close family vibe and loving community. She has come to adore the Free Company and the many monthly and weekly events that are held within - she never has a dull moment! In The Black Waltz, she has found a place to truly exhibit her caring nature and enjoys assisting her fellow FC mates in achieving their goals. 

 “Hi! I'm Miss Vanjie! I joined back in Stormblood but had a brief foray into the game during the A Realm Reborn days. I describe myself as a crafter-main with raider tendencies. I love FFXIV and Waltz for the supportive community that we continue to create. I am always happy to help people out with learning what I know, be it gardening, crafting, gathering or floor tanking in new raid content.” 

 James likes to call himself the "hardcore-casual" player. He developed a strong love for FFXIV back in ARR 2.2. He enjoys crafting, leveling, and spending time with his wonderful Waltz Family. His favorite thing about FFXIV is how every day is a new adventure with many fantastic people. 

 "Brock has been playing FFXIV since 2015 and joined The Black Waltz shortly after the release of Shadowbringers. A /gpose and glam addict first and foremost, he has been known to indulge in treasure map parties, housing and the occasional Savage raid. Brock is also an avid fighting game player and organizes Waltz's game nights. Say hi if you see him in game - he's hard to miss."

 Freya is a healer main at heart with a passion for Scholar! She likes to dabble in many of Eorzea’s various pastimes, from savage raiding,  dungeon crawling, gathering, to a newfound interest in crafting. She loves to relax in FFXIV with friends, and also loves to be challenged by it and learn all that she can. Feel free to say,  "Hi" and ask to run some content! 

Hi! I'm Vhanna, and if I'm not busy rescuing my team mates off of ledges I'm hard at work growing all kinds of crops in the yard, or re-re-re-designing my apartment! You can catch me saying, "Hello" in FC chat to people logging into the game, and running content to help out lower level players! 

 "Heyo! I'm Rhelys Infinis! You'll also see people call me Rhel pretty frequently, either is fine! I've been playing XIV since 2013 and I joined the Waltz family in early 2021. Most of my time in-game is spent either crafting, helping with random odd jobs in the FC or raiding in Savage/Ultimate content. I'm also a huge fan of numbers and spreadsheets for just about anything in the game. If you ever want or need help or just have questions about stuff, feel free to give me a shout!" 

 Dhen has been playing Final Fantasy XIV since A Realm Reborn launch. He started on the Excaliber server before eventually finding his way to Jenova and Waltz in 2020. He loves chatting with people can often be found helping others. He adores spending time fishing (except for those darn big fish which often elude him)! In fact, his first level 50 back in A Realm Reborn was Fisher! When not playing XIV, Dhen loves to go to museums and do pottery. 

Washu is among one of our longest continuing FFXIV players, starting back as an Alpha Tester of the original FFXIV in early 2010.  Since the game was announced in 2009 Washu dreamed of one day playing the Viera race and was happy to hear it was coming with Shadowbringers!  Washu considers himself a jack-of-all-trades, keeping one class of each role active and geared to assist others with, but admits his favorites to play are Paladin, Dancer, Blue Mage, and the crafting class Goldsmith. He has been with The Black Waltz since September 2018.

Sumi has been playing FFXIV for several years and joined The Black Waltz in November of 2017, shortly after the Free Company moved to Jenova from Gilgamesh. If you're looking for Sumi, he is constantly reaching out to new players and low-level Free Company mates to check up on them. If he's in a city, you'll find him reaching out to those without a  home, trying to give them a family. 

 Yuzuyu is an active member of the free company whom you will often find talking and being a positive influence in the company chat. She loves a bit of everything in terms of classes, but you’ll find her most often as a white mage or red mage in the wilds. Yuzuyu loves to make and talk about her various interests including art, writing and reading. You’ll often find her running all kinds of content to help members out or sending various company boats out on voyages for the company. She is super kind and helpful, don’t hesitate to ask for assistance! 

Angelic started her Final Fantasy XIV journey towards the end of Heavensward  and absolutely fell in love with the MMO. She eventually found her way to the Waltz family and joined September 2020 after high praises from the community. Angel loves crafting and gathering in the FC yard as well as giving out hugs. She also likes to dabble in any content and often jumps in to help people out when she is available. Angel loves to chat, and is active in both discord and in the game so never be afraid to get in contact with her!(edited)[01:48]
 

"Hey! I'm Sinjin Alexander! I started playing back in Stormblood on an old character, but fell out of the game for a while because I never had a community to play with. When I came back during Shadowbringers, I was introduced to The Black Waltz and immediately fell in love with the FC and everyone in it! When I’m online you can often find me enjoying all sorts of content from raiding to dungeons or just hanging out with people. If you see me online, whether it’s in game or discord, don't be afraid to say, "Hi" or ask for help. If you're a part The Black Waltz, you're family and I will always have time for you."

 Corvus has been actively playing FFXIV since the days of Heavensward's release on Cactuar, before eventually heading over to Jenova and finding a home in The Black Waltz in August of 2020. He is an active member who is friendly and willing to help with a great deal of things. You will often find him helping out with large projects that happen in the background, such as helping maintain the airship and submersible projects as well as other projects that help keep the FC running smooth. Corvus dabbles in all content as a Red Mage, Samurai or Gunbreaker. He is super approachable, so don’t be afraid or hesitant to get in contact with him if you need help or someone to talk to about anything!