The story in Final Fantasy 14 is considered one of the best the franchise has to offer. While the road to get there may have been bumpy at first, ever since Heavensward, Final Fantasy 14 has enjoyed the reputation of being famous for its strong narrative and for having a memorable cast of characters. Even Alphinaud, who was once considered to be one of the most annoying characters from A Realm Reborn, became a certified star and fan-favorite.