FFXIV MACRO

Start a countdown

Starts the game's standard pull countdown. With no number in this example, the default duration is used and the shared countdown display appears for the party.

Combat & targetingDifficulty: EasySingle command

Macro code

/countdown

/countdown

What this does

Starts the game's standard pull countdown. With no number in this example, the default duration is used and the shared countdown display appears for the party.

How to use

Run it once after checking readiness. Add a number such as `/countdown 10` when the group needs a specific duration, and adjust that value to the encounter plan.

Requirements

Confirm that the party is ready and use it in a duty or situation where a countdown can be started.

    Notes

    It cannot evaluate ready-check results and does not control whether someone actually pulls. Assign one caller and avoid overlapping countdowns or accidental start signals.

    Verified patch7.55
    Last verified2026-08-28
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