Federation of Windurst The Federation of Windurst is a country in " Final Fantasy XI " . Windurst lies on the eastern Mindartia continent of the planet Vana ' diel south of the region referred to as Kolshushu . Life in Windurst . Tribes of Tarutaru from the sweeping grasslands and neighboring islands of southern Mindartia united to form this league of states . It is governed by a council of representatives from the five ministries of magic , legacies of the five founding tribes . Their decisions are based on the prophecies of the mystic Star Sibyl who resides in the fabled Heaven ' s Tower . In one section of the city live the Mithra , a race of natural hunters whose skills have brought a new source of wealth to Windurst . The capital , Windurst City , is a thriving city of magic and trade . Centered around a giant tree of unknown origin , it can barely be imagined that 20 years ago it was leveled in the war . The Federation itself is surrounded by the vast fields of Sarutabaruta ( an ancient Tarutaru word for " land of prophecy " ) , a wild grassland home to many unique species of plants . Culture . A highly advanced form of magical energy is used in many aspects of Windurstian life . The doll - like Cardian s and brightly glowing fluoro - flora are just a few examples of this power put to practical use . Industry in Windurst also includes the refinement of bronze , but the use of metallic substances is generally not favored . The individual cultures of the Tarutaru and Mithra tribes are respected and treasured , and evidence of this can be seen in every area of the city . Living Standards . The Federation of Windurst was the hardest hit by the ravages of the Crystal War , but with the assistance of the Mithra , the damage has been completely repaired . Tarutaru culture is far from materialistic . In relation to the Tarutaru ' s small size , their residences are spacious and comfortable . The city always has an abundance of food ; Tarutaru magic enhances crop yields , and the Mithra use their hunting and fishing skills to keep the markets overflowing with meat and fish . Climate . The environment surrounding Windurst does not receive large amounts of precipitation , but nevertheless features numerous rivers and streams . The warm climate has encouraged the Tarutaru to grow a wide variety of crops , which they cultivate and harvest with the help of magical techniques . Many of these crops are exported to other countries . Tarutaru farmers also raise rabbits known as " rarabs " , while the Mithra in Windurst Woods raise towering dhalmels . This livestock provides Windurst with a source of milk , meat , and leather . The Windurstian Military . The Federation Forces of Windurst are led by a Warlock Warlord , chosen once a year from the Parliament of Patriarchs , and consist of twelve brigades of War Warlocks and four brigades of Mithra Mercenaries . The War Warlocks . The body of the Federation Forces is comprised of twelve brigades . Each brigade is led by a Master Caster , who is advised in strategy and command matters by several Wise Wizards . The actual fighting is carried out by the eight Caster Companies , each headed by a Caster Captain who commands thirty veteran soldiers known as Combat Casters . A Caster Company is further reinforced with one hundred Cardians controlled by a group of Tactician Magicians . Combat Casters must undergo several grueling testing procedures before being accepted into the War Warlocks , so their level of expertise in the magical arts is exceptionally high . While the number of War Warlocks is relatively low , their power can turn the tide of a battle . The Mithra Mercenaries . A mercenary organization comprised chiefly of Mithra . There are four brigades in the Mithra Mercenaries , and , unlike other nations , they are not a permanent part of the Federation Forces . The free - spirited Mithra , despite being the central element of the army , did not wish to become a regimented force ; the Mithra selected to choose the looser structural organization of a mercenary force . The Mercenary Major has several Mercenary Companies under her command , but this number can rise or fall depending on the hunting season . Each Mercenary Company is led by a Mercenary Captain , with around one hundred mercenaries assigned to each company . These companies are often joined by an extra fifty or so Freeswords , inexperienced soldiers that come under the tutelage of the veteran mercenaries . Patriarch Protectors . A unit charged with the protection and security of the various ministries and the Parliament of Patriarchs . For the sake of security , their numbers and equipment have not been made public , though the unit is thought to hold close to one hundred members . Other appearances . " Dissidia Final Fantasy " . The flag of Windurst represents the Distant Glory - Heroes storyline , which is focused on Shantotto , and the Federation ' s background music serves as its background theme .