The Meeting of Minds

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker.
==Journal==
* Qih thanks you for all your hard work and informs you that someone is very keen to talk with you at Learners' Meet. You agree to hear them out and head off to find out just who is so interested in chatting with you.
* Soon after you arrive at Learners' Meet, you find yourself face-to-face with none other than the scholarch himself. Montichaigne asks if you would be willing to sound out those you helped about sharing their findings with one another. You agree to lend a hand and set off to go and see your old friends once more.
* Rurusha is more than happy to accept your invitation, causing Boric to be overcome with emotion upon realizing she is finally getting the recognition she deserves. Jude, however, seems unsure if he is deserving of your invite at first, but eventually concedes this is a perfect opportunity to showcase the starlens. After broaching the subject with Debroye, she is overjoyed to be presented with another chance to show the world just how delicious Mervynbread can be. Upon speaking with you, Hinageshi realizes she and Tankin are yet to hold their reception. She excitedly muses about taking advantage of this opportunity to honor her marriage to the professor as you take your leave. T'laqa Tia happily accepts your proposal as he is keen to keep pushing ahead to do justice to his mentor's legacy. Having spoken to everyone, you head back to Searchers' Meet to inform Qih that all will be in attendance.
* Qih informs you that she has been instructed by the scholarch to treat you to a meal at the Last Stand. Feeling rather peckish, you excitedly make your way to the restaurant.
* Your meal at the Last Stand is interrupted by a wayward Loporrit─Searchingway. He came to Etheirys seeking out new and exciting discoveries, and Qih's mention of the upcoming gathering sparks his interest. His attendance would require permission from Montichaigne, however, so the three of you make for Learners' Meet to see if the scholarch can be persuaded.
* The scholarch finds a kindred spirit in Searchingway and gladly allows him to sit in on the meeting. The Loporrit is enthralled by all the presentations, but remains curious as to how such differing disciplines can be combined to achieve a common goal. You suggest they explore new possibilities with their newly gained knowledge, and inspire the group to dream bigger yet in the process. With proceedings having come to a close, you make tracks for Searchers' Meet once more.
* Qih remarks that even she is excited by the prospect of one day exploring the great expanse. She is altogether less happy, however, when she realizes she never got the chance to stroke Searchingway's silky soft fur.
==Objectives==
* Speak with Qih Aliapoh.
* Speak with Rurusha.
* Speak with Jude.
* Speak with Debroye.
* Speak with Hinageshi.
* Speak with T'laqa Tia.
* Speak with Qih Aliapoh.
* Wait at the designated location.
* Speak with Qih Aliapoh.
==Script==
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Qih Aliapoh 	Ah, [Player Name]! Just who I was looking for.
Qih Aliapoh 	I wished to thank you for helping the students and staff from the various faculties.
Qih Aliapoh 	Their work has become the talk of the Studium! You've made a real difference.
Qih Aliapoh 	Actually, while you're here, there's a pressing matter I wished to discuss.
Qih Aliapoh 	Having heard the many glowing accounts of your work, another official of the Studium has requested an audience. Would you be able to spare time to speak with him?
Qih Aliapoh 	Wonderful. Then let us head to Learners' Meet.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	He should arrive any moment now. Let's take a seat.
Montichaigne 	My apologies for keeping you waiting.
Montichaigne 	Before we proceed, I wish to extend my sincerest thanks on behalf of the Studium for all you have done to aid our faculty and students.
Montichaigne 	By the sounds of it, they have made remarkable findings one and all. That is why I would hold an assembly that we might discuss the overarching impact of their research.
Qih Aliapoh 	Such gatherings are how academia evolves and advances─the shared knowledge of our works, be they successes or failures, that all may strive to improve.
Montichaigne 	Precisely. Knowledge begets knowledge. Amassing and combining findings from a host of fields often leads to the creation of entirely new disciplines—one of the very reasons for which the Studium was founded.
Montichaigne 	Which brings me to the reason why I asked you here. Might I prevail upon you to speak with the faculty and invite them to this meeting?
 	
Montichaigne 	Excellent! I can think of no one better suited to the task. You were, after all, a key factor in all their successes.
Montichaigne 	I thought to speak with them myself, but I do not wish for them to think attendance compulsory. And an invitation from you is less likely to be perceived as an order.
Montichaigne 	Splendid. You have my thanks.
Qih Aliapoh 	Well, that's that then. And you needn't rush to deliver these invitations. Pray speak with the faculty and students in your own time.
Qih Aliapoh 	When you've finished, return here and I will see to readying a chamber for the meeting.
 	
Rurusha 	Well, well, look who it is! To what do I owe the pleasure?
Rurusha 	Oh, that sounds lovely!
Boric 	At long last your research will receive the recognition it deserves. Oh, Professor... <sniffle>
Rurusha 	Oh, Boric, stop. I understand how you feel, but this is no time for tears.
Rurusha 	Professor Namono will wish to attend as well, like as not. I'll have a word with him, and see if we can't prepare a suitable compilation of our works.
Jude 	Ah, [Player Name]. I must admit, I did not expect to see you here again.
Jude 	I see... I have certainly heard of such events, though I never dared dream a student such as myself would be invited to one.
Jeromere 	Don't tell me you're getting cold feet already! The Jude I know would relish such a challenge.
Jude 	Perhaps you're right, Jeromere. This would be the perfect opportunity to demonstrate what a boon the starlens could be to the academic community!
Jude 	All right, then. Jeromere and I will set to work preparing a presentation at once.
Debroye 	[Player Name]! What a pleasant surprise. Would you care for a quick meal at the Last Stand to commemorate our reunion?
Debroye 	Well, that sounds wonderful!
Debroye 	It would be an honor to attend. I may never have a better opportunity to inform my peers of the benefits of fine dining.
Debroye 	Perhaps I will invite Professor Galveroche and a few employees from the Last Stand to prepare samples of Mervynbread for those in attendance.
Debroye 	In any case, there is much I must do to prepare. Until then, [Player Name]!
Hinageshi 	[Player Name]! It's so good to see you.
Hinageshi 	Lest you wonder, Professor Tankin and I are doing quite well. But to what do we owe the pleasure of your visit?
Hinageshi 	Is that so? I suppose the professor and I could share what we've learned from the various cultures we emulated.
Hinageshi 	Come to think of it, we've yet to share the news of our union either. The proposal was so sudden, we scarcely had time to invite any of the faculty, let alone hold a reception. All the more reason we should attend.
Hinageshi 	We will be there, absolutely! Professor Tankin should be most glad to hear about this.
Tlaqatia 	My, what a surprise! Don't tell me─you've come with a souvenir from some far-flung land?
Tlaqatia 	Oho! First I am promoted to tenured professor, then this momentous opportunity presents itself to me.
Tlaqatia 	Of course I shall attend. Were it not for you, I never would have proven my theory, and I would be a fool to overlook a chance to present my findings.
Tlaqatia 	Yes, a bold first step in honoring Professor Nele's legacy.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	When all parties have been informed, return here and I will see to reserving a space for the assembly.
 	
Rurusha 	Goodness me, I haven't been this excited for an assembly in ages.
 	
Jude 	There's still much we must do to prepare, but worry not─we will be ready!
 	
Debroye 	I've no doubt the other faculty and students will be quite pleased to see what we have to share.
 	
Hinageshi 	The professor and I shouldn't be much longer.
 	
Tlaqatia 	I daresay even Professor Nele would be impressed were he here to see what I have planned.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	Welcome back! Well, what did they say?
Qih Aliapoh 	Very good. They have all worked so very hard, it is heartening to see their efforts will be rewarded.
Qih Aliapoh 	The assembly will be held at Aporia in Labyrinthos. I've no doubt they would all be glad for your attendance, so please do stop by if you have time.
Qih Aliapoh 	Oh, before I forget, the scholarch requested you be treated to a meal at the Last Stand as thanks for your help. As there's still time before they're set to begin, would you care to go now?
Qih Aliapoh 	To the Last Stand, then.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	I hope you don't mind, but I've already ordered for the both of us. The meal was meant to be for you alone, but I'm sure the scholarch will forgive me for partaking of his generosity.
Qih Aliapoh 	It's true! My sister has the diet of a savage. Naught but rock-hard bread and wildflowers day in and day out.
Searchingway 	Forgive the interruption, but...have we met? I swear you're the spitting image of one of those intrepid adventurers that visited the moon.
Searchingway 	Aha! I knew it. The name's Searchingway, by the way. Seeker of knowledge and all things curious.
Qih Aliapoh 	A Loporrit! My, if you aren't the most adorable creature. Forgive me, but I cannot help but notice how wonderfully fuzzy your ears are. May I...?
Searchingway 	Again with my ears. Honestly, what is it with you people and... <sigh> Very well. You may rub my ears, but I must insist on something in exchange.
Qih Aliapoh 	Hmm... Well, some of our finest academics will soon be gathering at Aporia. I've no doubt they have curious and otherwise intriguing things to talk about.
Searchingway 	I see... May I ask the reason for this meeting of minds?
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	Erm...perhaps further explanation is in order.
Searchingway 	The greatest minds of Etheirys come together to share heretofore unknown knowledge? That really does sound intriguing! And you'd allow me to observe this gathering?
Qih Aliapoh 	You would first need permission from Scholarch Montichaigne, but─
Searchingway 	Then what are we waiting for? Where is this Scholard Monty-chu?
Qih Aliapoh 	It's Scholarch Montichaigne, and please bear in mind there is a chance he may refuse you. Still, I see no harm in asking. If you would go to Learners' Meet, I will have him to meet us there.
Searchingway 	Splendid! Let's hop to it, then!
Qih Aliapoh 	Right, well I had better go and─hold on a moment! I never got to rub his ears!
 	
Montichaigne 	Ah, Qih and [Player Name]. What is it you wish to discuss?
Qih Aliapoh 	Searchingway here is very keen to attend the forthcoming meeting you've arranged with the faculty and students.
Searchingway 	I came to Etheirys in search of the curious and wondrous, and this place has both in equal measure. What's more, it smells of...<sniiiiiiiiiiiiff>...knowledge!
Montichaigne 	I should certainly hope so! Sharlayan is known as a great seat of knowledge, and the Studium is the foremost of its many academies.
Montichaigne 	It is our honor and privilege to encourage the scholarly pursuits of students and faculty both, their shared insights giving rise to heretofore unseen disciplines and fields of study.
Searchingway 	That sounds absolutely fascinating! Oh, please, sir! May I attend this academic meeting of yours?
Montichaigne 	Hahaha, by all means. The more the merrier, I say.
Qih Aliapoh 	Thank you, Scholarch Montichaigne. I will inform the relevant parties of his attendance, and see to it he has clearance to enter Labyrinthos.
Montichaigne 	Thank you, my dear. 'Tis clear Searchingway is a kindred spirit with a passion for learning, and I could not very well deny him the opportunity to sate his curiosity.
Searchingway 	Thank you, sir! Thank you!
Qih Aliapoh 	We haven't much time until proceedings get underway. Let's get going, shall we?
Searchingway 	Absolutely amazing! I've most certainly come to the right place!
Montichaigne 	I trust the proceedings were to your liking?
Searchingway 	Oh, it was magnificent! There's so much we Loporrits have yet to see of Etheirys. So much to learn!
Searchingway 	Earlier you mentioned how they create new disciplines by sharing. Does this mean you plan to have all these people working together in future?
Montichaigne 	I do indeed. That is precisely why I suggested this meeting of minds in the first place. The exchange of knowledge and ideas will invariably lead to ever greater discoveries.
Searchingway 	But how exactly do you plan to combine their fields? They seem entirely unrelated to me...
Montichaigne 	Any thoughts? Given all you've seen, I imagine you must have an idea or two as to how to further advance their work.
 	
Montichaigne 	Having abandoned our plans of exodus, Labyrinthos does want for purpose. That I cannot deny.
Montichaigne 	That is certainly a possibility. Perhaps it is indeed time we turned our gaze heavensward.
Montichaigne 	Oho, you've touched on the very heart of learning, my friend. The desire to conquer the unknown is the first step to all great discoveries. And I daresay there is no greater unknown than the great expanse!
Tlaqatia 	Well said, Scholarch Montichaigne!
Tlaqatia 	We too have been giving thought as to what our combined efforts might accomplish.
Jude 	It occurred to me that, by applying Professor T'laqa's research on aetheric currents to the data obtained via my starlens, it may be possible to discover other stars capable of supporting life.
Debroye 	And we needn't stop there. Thanks to the work done here in Labyrinthos, we know travel to other stars is possible. With sufficient stores of Mervynbread, we could surely weather the journey, however long it may be.
Rurusha 	A marvelous idea! The Golden Dhyata should prove useful should we require the translation of foreign languages we may encounter there among the stars.
Hinageshi 	And if we can communicate with those we encounter, then we would be able to share our cultures with them! You can leave that part to Professor Tankin and me.
Searchingway 	With you all working together, your chances of encountering heretofore undiscovered intelligent life are better than good, I'd say!
Searchingway 	But what would you say if you met them?
 	
Searchingway 	That's it!
Searchingway 	Meteion was sent out to explore the stars, and search for the meaning of life... Sadly, her fruitless quest led her to the very depths of despair.
Searchingway 	But you could do things differently. You could go and spread the word that hope yet lives on.
Montichaigne 	A most admirable endeavor. And who better than we to see it through? After all, not even the Final Days could extinguish the flame of life on this star.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	Scholarch Montichaigne should arrive shortly.
 	
Searchingway 	Worry not─I will do my very, very best to convince this Monty-chain to allow my attendance.
 	
Qih Aliapoh 	That was brilliant! Part of me is glad it's finally over, though. Organizing everything was no mean feat.
Qih Aliapoh 	More importantly, I can't quite believe that your offhand suggestion has effectively created an entirely new academic field.
Qih Aliapoh 	But I suppose if anyone should be taken seriously on the subject of seeking out the unknown, then it is you.
Qih Aliapoh 	It's rather exciting to think I might someday help in the exploration of the stars.
Qih Aliapoh 	At any rate, thank you for everything, [Player Name].
Qih Aliapoh 	...Oh, but wait! Where is Searchingway!? I still need to rub those adorable little ears of his!
Quest complete.	Quest complete.
Category:Studium Quests in Final Fantasy XIV