SND Ice

Control the Ice plugin via IPC API to automate FFXIV Cosmic Exploration missions.

1|Updated Oct 15, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vaoan/SND --skill snd-ice
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Skill: SND Ice
Source: https://github.com/vaoan/SND/tree/main/.claude/skills/snd-ice
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vaoan/SND --skill snd-ice

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the manual overhead of automating Cosmic Exploration in Final Fantasy XIV by driving the Ice plugin from the SND macros. It provides deterministic control over Ice startup, mission selection, and progress tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IPC API control: Start/stop Ice, query state, and retrieve the current mission.
  • Mission management: Enable/disable specific missions, clear settings, and flag mission areas for map guidance.
  • Configurable behavior: Adjust numeric and boolean settings such as mission caps, stop conditions, and grind modes to fit leveling workflows.
  • Integration ready: Works with job switching, gear changes, and automated duty flows.

Quick Start

Start Ice automation and enable only missions 12, 15, and 18 until Cosmo/Lunar credits caps are reached.

Frequently Asked Questions about SND Ice

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate Cosmic Exploration missions in FFXIV using SND macros?

Automate Cosmic Exploration by programmatically controlling the Ice plugin through the IPC API within SND macros to handle mission selection, gathering, grinding, and leveling workflows.

What can the Ice plugin IPC API control for FFXIV automation?

The Ice plugin IPC API controls Ice startup and stopping, queries state, retrieves current missions, and adjusts numeric and boolean settings like mission caps and grind modes for leveling workflows.

How do I configure Ice to run specific missions until credit caps are reached?

Configure Ice automation by programmatically enabling or disabling specific missions and setting stop conditions for Cosmo and Lunar credit caps directly from your SND macros.

Does the Ice automation Skill integrate with job switching and gear changes?

Yes, the Ice automation Skill is integration ready and works alongside job switching, gear changes, and automated duty flows within your FFXIV SND macro workflows.

What do I need to set up before automating Ice-driven Cosmic Exploration?

You need an SND macro environment with the Ice plugin installed and a SKILL.md frontmatter specifying the Skill name and description to support runtime execution.

Can I flag specific mission areas for map guidance during Cosmic Exploration?

Yes, mission management features allow you to flag specific mission areas for map guidance, clear settings, and enable only targeted missions within your SND macros.