Three New Expansion Scenarios Announced!
Vana'diel Festival 2008 was held today in Tokyo, with a multitude of spirited fans bringing the JCB Hall venue to life. None of those in attendance were able to hide their surprise and delight as the announcement was made for the confirmed development of three new expansion scenarios. In addition to this delicious piece of news, fans were treated to an appetite-whetting preview of the upcoming December version update, and much, much more. We have taken the liberty of preparing a detailed summary of all the exciting events that took place at this year's festival for the benefit of those who were unable to attend.
Proceed here to visit the official homepage for the new expansion scenarios.
Posted on 22 Nov 2008 by shykre
Special Task Force Report (10/22/2008)
Today's report will outline our actions conducted from September 26, 2008 to October 22, 2008 in dealing with players violating the user agreement, as well as details on the activities, results, and goals of the Special Task Force.
Click here for a report on the Special Task Force's overall activities.
Click here for a report on the Special Task Force's overall activities.
Posted on 26 Oct 2008 by shykre
Accounts Banned (10/22/2008
Around 8,580 accounts in violation of the FINAL FANTASY XI user agreement were suspended or banned today.
Click here for details.
Click here for details.
Posted on 26 Oct 2008 by shykre
Party overhaul!
The FFXI development team is proud to announce the "Level Sync" system, a revolutionary new feature in the upcoming version update that will allow all players—grizzled veterans and novices alike—to adventure and gain experience together regardless of level differences!
Click here for all the details!
Posted on 25 Aug 2008 by shykre
The Campaign Continues! (08/15/2008)
In the ever-present attempt to render Campaign more agreeable to the player palate, the September version update will play host to a veritable smorgasbord of additions and tweaks, adjustments and tunings!
Get the scoop right here.
Posted on 15 Aug 2008 by shykre
Merit Points Group 1 for Dancer and Scholar!
Dancers and scholars, rejoice! The job-specific merit point category, Group 1, will finally be coming to you in the upcoming version update!
With this addition, dancers and scholars alike will be able to reach new heights by spending acquired merits points on upgrades such as reducing ability delay and enhancing the overall effect of their job-exclusive abilities. The group maximum ability increase and the individual maximum ability increase will be 10 and 5 respectively, in line with the other jobs.
Posted on 13 Aug 2008 by shykre
Introducing the "Final Fantasy XI Players' Collection."
It is with great pleasure that we introduce the "Final Fantasy XI Players' Collection"—a new series of collectible accessories.
Click here to learn more about these items scheduled for release this autumn!
Posted on 08 Aug 2008 by shykre
Dynamis and Limbus Get a Makeover! (08/04/2008)
The September version update just keeps getting bigger and better! We would like to take this opportunity to announce our intentions to implement some all-new features to both Dynamis and Limbus, as well as a few adjustments brought in by popular demand!
Click here to find out all the juicy details!
Posted on 04 Aug 2008 by shykre
Wings of the Goddess Nation Quests (07/31/2008)
The storyline for the episodic quests introduced in the Wings of the Goddess expansion pack is set to continue in the upcoming September version update. Adventurers will find themselves thrown into the midst of furious struggles for the continued survival of each nation.
Read on to find out more.
Posted on 04 Aug 2008 by shykre
Version Update Notification (07/23/2008)
The next FINAL FANTASY XI Version Update has been scheduled to take place in early September. The development team is currently hard at work to bring you the following, just to name a few items:
- The continuing episodes of nation quests for the Wings of the Goddess expansion.
- Major battle-related tweaks and additions.
- Adjustments to fellows and Campaign.
We will be posting more detailed information on the next version update right here on Topics as it becomes available, so stay tuned!
Posted on 24 Jul 2008 by shykre
Mog Bonanza winning numbers!
Ladies and Gentlemen! The winning numbers for the FINAL FANTASY XI 6th Anniversary Mog Bonanza event have now been randomly drawn under strict supervision.
From today, the winning numbers will be announced via a system message upon logging into the game. The same message can also be brought up by inputting the /servmes (/smes) command. So what are you waiting for? Log in and check the winning numbers now!
Prize money and items will be available for collection between 0:00 on July 2 (PDT) and 1:00 on August 1 (PDT). If you happen to be one of the lucky winners, speak to a Bonanza Moogle at one of the following locations while in possession of the winning marble (or marbles!):
Port San d'Oria (I-9) / Port Bastok (L-8) / Port Windurst (F-6) / Chocobo Circuit (H-8)
>a href="http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/guide/mogbon/index.html">Learn more about the Mog Bonanza here.
*Please remember that all prizes won in the Mog Bonanza are virtual goods and cannot be redeemed for real-world money.
Posted on 30 Jun 2008 by shykre
Celestial Nights
Celestial Nights—the romantic event based on the timeless tale of love and tragedy between Prince Yahiko and Princess Amdina—will soon be here, kupo! For this year's celebration, in each of the three nations, two actors are scheduled to promenade in their respective locales as the prince and princess on a royal rendezvous. Be sure to join us in this event of unrivaled grandeur, and—
... Who on Vana'diel am I trying to fool, kupo? None of the actors have been able to concentrate, and the rehearsals have been a right mess. If we don't do something about it, and soon, the event is doomed to fail. But...what could a single moogle like me possibly do...kupo?
What manner of ill fortune has befallen the Mog House Management Union (MHMU) this time? Click here to find out.
*Celestial Nights is scheduled to commence at 1:00 on June 27 (PDT) and conclude at 1:00 on July 8 (PDT).
Posted on 28 Jun 2008 by shykre
Version Update Complete! (03/10/2008)
Ladies and gentlemen, the eagerly-awaited version update is finally here! Numerous adjustments and additions, including those addressed in Topics over the past few weeks, are now ready for your gaming pleasure. Here is a brief recap of the improvements for those who came in late:
-Adjusted and improved job and battle systems
-New Campaign elements
-Exciting new quests for dancers and scholars
-A host of new items and equipment
-And more!
Click here for all the juicy details!
Posted on 11 Mar 2008 by shykre
Great Figures of the Crystal War, Vol. II
That ignoble, rusted chest turned up from the cluttered depths of Muckvix's Junk Shop in Lower Jeuno has divulged still more of its secrets. In the process, it continues to reveal the heretofore obscure history of the Crystal War in the form of biographical accounts of some of its most integral players. The archiving of the most recent installment of these priceless profiles has been completed, and the works released to the public for the first time in the latest scholarly journals.
Click here to learn more.
Posted on 07 Mar 2008 by shykre
Job and Battle System Adjustments (03/06/2008)
A number of job and battle system adjustments have been scheduled for the next version update.
Click here to find out more.
Posted on 07 Mar 2008 by shykre
All Linkshells back up, server merge done!
All hosted linkshells are back up and prettier than ever!
Check out The Zoo the newest hosted linkshell by FFXILakshmi!
Maximum Overdrive is also back in business, its leader having returned from a long break from FFXI.
And last but not least MidgardLS along with BananaSplit are back up! Check them out here for your once a week dynamis and limbus needs! Now with even more tarus!
Check out The Zoo the newest hosted linkshell by FFXILakshmi!
Maximum Overdrive is also back in business, its leader having returned from a long break from FFXI.
And last but not least MidgardLS along with BananaSplit are back up! Check them out here for your once a week dynamis and limbus needs! Now with even more tarus!
Posted on 03 Mar 2008 by shykre
Server switch under way
Server switch is under way, please be patient!
Midgard LS will soon be back up (forgot to re-upload files, oopsie)
Maximum Overdrive/ Unstopable Impact will be back up soon too!
TheZoo will be up later today
Midgard LS will soon be back up (forgot to re-upload files, oopsie)
Maximum Overdrive/ Unstopable Impact will be back up soon too!
TheZoo will be up later today
Posted on 01 Mar 2008 by shykre
New Campaign Elements (02/07/2008)
The upcoming version update will bring several adjustments to the existing Campaign system, as well as introduce numerous new features.
Click here for details.
Posted on 07 Feb 2008 by shykre
Version Update Notice (02/05/2008)
The next FINAL FANTASY XI version update is scheduled to take place in early March. We are currently planning to introduce brand new quests and areas to supplement the Wings of the Goddess expansion pack. Adjustments and tweaks will also be made to a host of elements such as Campaign battles and other battle related items.
Details regarding the above additions and changes will be released in the near future.
Posted on 05 Feb 2008 by shykre
Let There Be Fan Art! (02/04/2008)
Following the immense popularity of last year's Fan Art Contest, a similar contest will be held this year around the time of the Doll Festival.
We will therefore be accepting all fan art submissions under the theme of "The Ladies of Vana'diel," beginning today up until Monday, March 3rd. Be sure to get your submission in on time!
For details on how to submit your art, click here.
Posted on 04 Feb 2008 by shykre
Valentione's Day Fast Approaches! (01/30/2008)
Before you know it, it will already be that special time of year again, kupo. Time to present that special someone with delicious chocolates. Time to let them know just how you feel. Yes, Valentione's Day is nigh, kupo!
So what have you got lined up for this year?
Feeling a little excited? Nervous? Restless, kupo?
*The Valentione's Day event is scheduled to begin at midnight on the evening of Monday, February 4th, and continue until the same time on the evening of Friday, February 15th.
Posted on 04 Feb 2008 by shykre
"Wings of the Goddess" on sale now! (11/21/2007)
At long last, today sees the release of the highly-anticipated "Wings of the Goddess" expansion for FINAL FANTASY XI! The new dancer and scholar jobs, the monumental Allied Campaign battle system, a plentitude of heretofore unknown monsters, and of course, the epic unfolding of the Crystal War in the Vana'diel of old...
What adventures lay hidden through the enigmatic Cavernous Maws? It's up to you to find out!
Click here for information on the "Wings of the Goddess" package.
Posted on 22 Nov 2007 by shykre
The Version Update Has Arrived! (11/19/2007)
The highly anticipated version update for the Wings of the Goddess expansion is here at last! All of the exciting content you've seen announced on this site, plus a host of all-new features awaits you!
Click here for details.
Posted on 19 Nov 2007 by shykre
Open Mog House! (11/07/2007)
By now, most players should be familiar with the Mog House and the invaluable conveniences it offers. As of the next version update, the Mog House will undergo a further renovation, as characters will now be able to invite and welcome others into their own private residence!
Click here for details.
Posted on 07 Nov 2007 by shykre
Martial Magicians (11/05/2007)
Wings of the Goddess, the upcoming expansion for FINAL FANTASY XI, will give players the opportunity to discover a new job and an old favorite: the scholar.
During the time of the Crystal War, scholars earned the respect of all ranks of the allied forces with their ability to lead troops to victory using a combination of shrewd planning and resourceful strategies in their positions as tacticians and military officers.
Click here to learn more about the origins of the "grimoire"--the source of a scholar's martial knowledge.
Posted on 05 Nov 2007 by shykre
Crystal War Revisited (11/03/2007)
To commemorate the release of the "Wings of the Goddess" expansion pack, a special event entitled "Crystal War Revisited" will begin on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 01:00 PST.
Which nation do you think was most influential in the outcome of the Crystal War?
San d'Oria and its noble knighthood? Bastok and its formidable artillery? Windurst with its unparalleled magic?
This controversy can only be resolved by you!
Capture crystal fragments from beastman-held positions to attain victory and glory for your nation!
That's right, an anachronistic outbreak of the Crystal War in the modern day! And this time, who better to shoulder the burden of battle than the mighty adventurer!
Posted on 05 Nov 2007 by shykre
The Crystal War (10/26/2007)
The Crystal War, or Great War as it is also known, was the largest conflict between the beastmen and the children of Altana in the history of Vana'diel.
After suffering staggering losses, the Allied Forces of Altana finally emerged victorious. Yet even after twenty years of rebuilding, this dark chapter of the past still casts a shadow over the people of Vana'diel.
Learn more about the events of the Crystal War here.
Posted on 05 Nov 2007 by shykre
Maidens of the Battlefield (10/22/2007)
The Wings of the Goddess expansion slated for release this November marks the return of the dancer to the world of Vana'diel. The following is an introduction to this intriguing new job.
It was at the time of the Crystal War that dancers became truly sought after as battleworthy allies. Word soon spread of their inspiring ability to allay the troubled hearts of soldiers made uneasy by the trials and tribulations of the frontline, and of their prowess as heroines in their own right, staking their lives on the field of battle alongside the bravest of warriors. In this manner they came to garner immense favor and respect from all ranks in the great armies of Altana.
For more on the beginnings of the esoteric steps known as the Kriegstanz, click here.
Posted on 05 Nov 2007 by shykre
The Harvest Festival! (10/18/2007)
Today marks the beginning of the annual Harvest Festival!
This year's festival has all the makings of a truly memorable celebration; everyone's favorite bomb decorations will adorn the streets of the three nations, specialty shops will deal in seasonal sundries, and even merchants will join in the fun by donning some atypical outfits...
The townspeople from San d'Oria, Bastok, and Windurst are decked out in their most horrifying ensembles and awaiting your arrival!
So stuff your gobbiebags full of treats and head to the nearest Harvest Festival celebration!
Click here for details.
Posted on 05 Nov 2007 by shykre
And then there was Pankration... (09/10/2007)
Today's version update brings with it the long-awaited opening of Pankration.
Armed with soultrapped, combat-enhanced monsters from around Vana'diel, adventurers now have a venue where they can gather and place their beasts in direct competition with one another...The Pit.
Click here for details.
Posted on 10 Sep 2007 by Pryssant
Pankration in the Pit (09/04/2007)
After years of petitioning by the people, the Empire has finally agreed to open the Pit's gates and allow Pankration matches to be held once again. Soultrappers from all across Vana'diel have already begun to arrive with their trusted pets, eager to take part in what is destined to be one of the most heated events in Aht Urhgan history!
Click here for the breathtaking details!
Posted on 05 Sep 2007 by Pryssant
New Player Guide Updated Today! (08/31/2007)
The following is a message to the new inhabitants of Vana'diel out there—along with anyone thinking of embarking on an adventurer's life in the world of FINAL FANTASY XI!
The New Player Guide, an irreplaceable online scripture for all Vana'diel neophytes, has been augmented yet again. The latest installment adds a fifth chapter to the manual, and, as always, is packed with plenty of streaming video and useful content.
Leaving no stone unturned, Chapter 5 is a collection of information covering every facet of life in Vana'diel. With features outlining the online community, regularly held public events, a cornucopia of synthesis recipes, undeniably enjoyable quests, and a unique battle system that keeps even the most seasoned veterans coming back for more, the New Player's Guide has it all--boiled down and concentrated into a single-chapter serving virtually bursting at the seams! It's required reading for any ambitious adventurer.
Click here to view the New Player Guide.
Posted on 05 Sep 2007 by Pryssant
The Version Update has come! (08/27/2007)
The much anticipated version update has finally arrived!
Brand-new missions, the exciting conclusion of the Treasures of Aht Urhgan storyline, the Chocobo Circuit, never-before-seen mercenary ranks, improvements to two-handed weapon usage, all-new gear, numerous job modifications?the list goes on and on!
It's a virtual cornucopia of fresh content for the inhabitants of Vana'diel!
Click here for details.
Posted on 27 Aug 2007 by Pryssant
Battle Adjustments (08/23/2007)
This month's version update will usher in alterations to the two-handed weapon system, as well as a score of power-ups to several jobs.
As details concerning two-handed weapons were already outlined in a previous Topics session, this update will elaborate on upcoming job changes.
Click here to find out more.
Posted on 23 Aug 2007 by Pryssant
The Chocobo Circuit (08/21/2007)
One of the many new features packed into this month's version update will be the introduction of an all-new racing system known as the Chocobo Circuit.
Players can look forward to not only pitting their chocobos against one another in head-to-head racing events, but will also be able to place "chocobets" on the birds they think will win races (and make some fast gil while they're at it!).
Click here to find out more.
Posted on 21 Aug 2007 by Pryssant
Battle System Adjustments
From SE:"The August version update will bring revisions to the use of two-handed weapons, as well as a number of modifications to several jobs.
In this edition of Topics, we would like to elaborate on the changes that will be made to the two-handed weapon system. Job changes will be described in length in a future Topics article."
Click here for details.
Posted on 14 Aug 2007 by shykre
New items
From SE:"In this month's version update, players will find a plethora of new items and synthesis recipes, including weapons and items with all-new graphics!
Click here for details.
Posted on 09 Aug 2007 by shykre
New Assault Mission / Mercenary Rank
From SE:"In the upcoming version update, we will be adding a new promotion quest to unlock the next mercenary rank, as well as a series of exciting assault missions."
Click here for details.
Posted on 07 Aug 2007 by shykre
Mission Additions and Adjustments
From SquareEnix:"The forthcoming version update brings us to the climax of the Aht Urhgan missions, while introducing several groundbreaking adjustments to Einherjar, the Chocobo Hot and Cold game, Besieged, and more!"
For details, click here.
Posted on 02 Aug 2007 by shykre
FFXI Fan Fest 2007!
From SquareEnic:"We are proud to announce the second FINAL FANTASY XI Fan Festival! The Anaheim Hilton Hotel, in Anaheim California, will play host to the exciting event this November 15th-17th. The Festival includes an in-depth look at Wings of the Goddess, exciting in-game challenges, a chance to speak with the development team, the return of our Live Quest, contests and more! We're also bringing back our famous "Gobbie Bag" filled with goodies and a brand new in-game item for registered attendees! Spaces are limited, so buy your tickets today!
Visit the Fan Festival 2007 website for more details."
Posted on 01 Aug 2007 by shykre
August Version Update!
From SquareEnix:"The next FINAL FANTASY XI version update is scheduled to take place near the end of August.
We are currently planning to introduce the Pit, the Chocobo Circuit, new quests and Assault missions, not to mention the final chapters of the Aht Urhgan storyline!
Details on these features, as well as a host of other changes and additions, will be released in the near future."
Posted on 01 Aug 2007 by shykre
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