About Us

The Black Waltz was founded in 2014 on the Gilgamesh server by a small group of friends who wanted something simple, but rare: a safe, welcoming, and positive place to enjoy Final Fantasy XIV together. Many of us had come from Free Companies that hadn’t lived up to those ideals, so we set out to create the kind of community we wished we’d found.

As time went on, that small circle grew. We formed lasting friendships with players who shared our values, and before long, <<Waltz>> became more than just a Free Company — it became a family. Within a few short months, it was clear that the culture we were building was something special, and our membership continued to grow organically.

In early 2017, Square Enix locked the Gilgamesh server due to overpopulation. While this was understandable, it limited our ability to welcome new players — something core to The Black Waltz’s identity. Helping new adventurers find their footing has always been one of our guiding principles, and it became clear that this was no longer sustainable on a locked, veteran-heavy server.

Later that year, Square Enix introduced a population-balancing incentive that allowed players to transfer off overpopulated servers for free. After researching potential new homes, we discovered that Jenova had a reputation for warmth, kindness, and compassion — values that aligned perfectly with our foundation. In September 2017, The Black Waltz made the decision to move together from Gilgamesh to Jenova, ensuring our community stayed whole.

The kindness and positivity of our members remain one of the things that truly sets The Black Waltz apart. There is a strong sense of belonging here — something our members consistently reflect during feedback sessions and Town Hall meetings. In a massive multiplayer game, we offer something rare: a place where people genuinely care about one another.

From weekly and monthly events to role classes, newsletters, farm nights, and social gatherings, there’s always something happening in <<Waltz>>. We are constantly looking for ways to give back to our members, and since spring 2018, we’ve proudly been one of Jenova’s top Free Companies.

We lead through kindness. The Black Waltz strives to be an active, positive community rooted in compassion and helpfulness. We value member feedback deeply and are always working to improve — together.

At our core, we are a casual Free Company that enjoys nearly every aspect of Final Fantasy XIV: crafting, gathering, social events, dungeons, trials, and more. We host learning parties, map nights, a Free Company lottery, and even structured class sessions where veteran players teach others how to play different jobs. While many of our members participate in high-end raiding through statics — both within and outside the Free Company — our primary focus has always been the casual, social experience.

No matter where you are in your journey through Eorzea, The Black Waltz is a place where you can feel supported, included, and at home.

If this sounds like the Free Company for you, we invite you to submit an application through this website or reach out to any player with the <Waltz> tag in-game. We look forward to adventuring with you.