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We will soon be launching the second iteration of the "Strange Happenings in Vana'diel" event, which commemorates the "Echoes of Vana'diel" crossover content between FINAL FANTASY XI and FINAL FANTASY XIV.

Out of nowhere, giant monsters have appeared in places where they most definitely do not belong. These unexpected visitors have the potential to throw the surrounding areas into utter chaos. Therefore, we are calling upon all available adventurers to help investigate this incident and defeat the invaders! Additionally, it's rumored that the monsters may drop rather unusual materials when defeated.

There are also rumors that even more kinds of monsters are roaming the land than in the previous iteration of the event...



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Event Period:
Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
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Note: This event will run longer than the usual seasonal events, so feel free to complete it at your leisure.


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In celebration of the third installment of Echoes of Vana'diel (Windurst: The Third Walk) being added to FINAL FANTASY XIV as part of Patch 7.5, FFXI is also bringing back the related event.

As part of this event, equipment based on Kam'lanaut's beloved weapon and shield, as well as the "sheet of Jeuno tunes" key item will be available as spoils for completing the ★Return to Delkfutt's Tower battlefield!





In conjunction with the event's return, Kam'lanaut has prepared the Archduke's Sword and the Archduke's Shield as special rewards while he awaits your challenge. This event is specifically designed to let new and veteran adventurers alike participate, so be sure to take advantage of this opportunity.
Note: The Archduke's Sword and Archduke's Shield have been left with the Curator Moogle. Once the event has started, make sure to check the items needed for the trade.

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Event Period:
Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
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There have been countless items added to the game over the years, including some that were available via limited-time events that are not currently scheduled to return or otherwise only featured limited chances to acquire them. Therefore, we have decided to introduce this special opportunity on a trial basis to either make these items available again or provide an easier, limited-time method to obtain them.

The eligible items this time are the Archduke's Sword, Archduke's Shield, and the ??? statue. The Archduke's Sword is a powerful magical sword ideal for both beginners and veterans alike, while the Archduke's Shield includes the Refresh effect.

The ??? statue is a furnishing modeled after the notorious monster that appears in the upcoming More Strange Happenings in Vana'diel event. Placing it in your Mog House provides you with a Moghancement effect, so it's definitely worth playing through the event to obtain the item.

■ Returning items
Archduke's Sword


Archduke's Shield


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Event Period:
Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
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The May 2026 Login Campaign is now underway.

■ This month's featured items
Abyssbringer

■ May 2026 recommended alter egos
Cipher: Shantotto II

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Point distribution period:
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, June 2, at 7:00 a.m.

Point exchange period:
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, June 9, at 7:59 a.m.
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In celebration of the game's 24th anniversary, we're offering a special login rewards lineup including the super-useful alter ego Shantotto II, materials to upgrade your equipment, and much more. In addition, the special event from last year that lets you obtain Prishe's Boots and the items needed to upgrade them is also making its return!


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Thank you for your continued support of FINAL FANTASY XI!

As a result of your kind cooperation, FFXI has welcomed its 24th year of adventure within the world of Vana'diel. In celebration of this momentous occasion, the moogles have prepared some special gifts, including the Mog Pell (Red), Mog Pell (Ochre), and Trust Primer—just for you!

We are also preparing a number of campaigns and special events for the month of May! This is the perfect opportunity to return to Vana'diel if you've been away from the game for a while, or if you're just starting out for the first time.

Simply log in during the campaign period to get your special presents from the moogles.

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Campaign Period:
Friday, May 15, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, June 9, at 7:59 a.m.
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We will be holding a special event, the Adventurer Gratitude Campaign, in order to thank all of you players for your dedication to the world of Vana'diel. This time, we've refreshed the item lineup in order to bring you some exciting new rewards!

You can receive fabulous items each week just for logging in during the campaign period.

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Campaign Period:
Friday, May 15, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, June 9, at 7:59 a.m.
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In addition, we've also prepared a variety of other limited-time events to coincide with the anniversary. This is your chance to obtain all kinds of useful items!


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May brings with it the addition of combat skills and magic skills to the alter ego points system, increased hallmarks and badges of gallantry for certain difficulty levels in Ambuscade, and the Trust Primer has been added to the rewards available based on total hallmarks earned.

In an effort to further improve the character progression system, we plan to update the game with new features, including the ability to automatically accept objectives in the Records of Eminence, as well as new tutorial and game content objectives.

Read on for details regarding the version update.

The next version update is scheduled for Monday, May 11.

Read on for a list of items to be added in May.