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Asura.Psylo
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 446
By Asura.Psylo 2015-07-31 06:45:12
Nice thing for tank whm couple
Lakshmi.Byrth
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Game: FFXI
Posts: 6184
By Lakshmi.Byrth 2015-07-31 07:15:56
It's highly likely that a lot of stuff will break after this update. They're probably going to be changing both the packets and memory.
Do we have a date for the update yet?
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By Lsu101205 2015-07-31 07:16:48
August 5th.
Hope everyone enjoys playing vanilla for a bit!
Asura.Rinuko
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 144
By Asura.Rinuko 2015-07-31 07:39:36
Going to see alot of mages not going to do anyyything in-game when gs crash :<
Myself included
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Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 363
By Asura.Vafruvant 2015-07-31 08:13:48
Going to see alot of mages not going to do anyyything in-game when gs crash :<
Myself included Script macros and just use fast cast, no quick magic. Just gotta time your spells and make waits to match delay.
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Valefor.Sehachan
Server: Valefor
Game: FFXI
Posts: 24219
By Valefor.Sehachan 2015-07-31 08:21:35
If it was only a matter of gameplay, that's no big deal to play without gearswap...but I'd have to rewrite millions of macros to play vanilla!!!
Cerberus.Tidis
Server: Cerberus
Game: FFXI
Posts: 3927
By Cerberus.Tidis 2015-07-31 08:22:40
It's highly likely that a lot of stuff will break after this update. They're probably going to be changing both the packets and memory.
Do we have a date for the update yet? :( I have other games to play I suppose!
Asura.Rinuko
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 144
By Asura.Rinuko 2015-07-31 09:03:22
If it was only a matter of gameplay, that's no big deal to play without gearswap...but I'd have to rewrite millions of macros to play vanilla!!! This :<
Server: Sylph
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1119
By Sylph.Safiyyah 2015-07-31 09:48:12
Going to see alot of mages not going to do anyyything in-game when gs crash :<
Myself included
This, so much this. I can't function on WHM without gearswap. I'm not sure how I lived with windower macros for so long.
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Asura.Aurich
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 5
By Asura.Aurich 2015-07-31 10:48:54
where tf's me pell !
Asura.Aurich
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 5
By Asura.Aurich 2015-07-31 10:49:18
I can function just fine with my vanilla equipset macros ;)
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Bismarck.Nickeny
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Game: FFXI
Posts: 2225
By Bismarck.Nickeny 2015-07-31 13:55:57
Looks like I'ma have to play GTAV or Diablo3 till the fix
Cerberus.Tidis
Server: Cerberus
Game: FFXI
Posts: 3927
By Cerberus.Tidis 2015-07-31 13:58:33
My game crashes if I try to launch it without windower, something about direct 3D.
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 429
By Asura.Vinedrius 2015-07-31 15:03:49
My game crashes if I try to launch it without windower, something about direct 3D.
Try installing directx8 which is included in the game discs and the official download package.
Fenrir.Atheryn
Server: Fenrir
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1665
By Fenrir.Atheryn 2015-07-31 15:06:06
I have the same issue, I had read somewhere that it's something to do with Windower overriding the screen resolution settings in the FFXI config file.
You should be able to fix it by resetting the resolution settings in config manually, but I don't know if Windower will override them again or not. I haven't bothered to try it out.
By Pantafernando 2015-07-31 16:45:48
Quote: As a follow-up to the post from yesterday, we will also be making adjustments to beetle familiars in the August version update.
The effect of Hi-Freq Field used by the following pets will be changed.
Hurler Percival / Panzer Galahad / Beetle Familiar
Effect
Quote: If we were to add an additional tier to Migawari, it will grant players immunity to damage for longer periods of time which would directly affect game balance. Due to this, we have no plans to add additional tiers of Migawari.
Quote: We’re currently looking into making Accession work with Haste, so please wait a bit longer.
However, we have no plans to add additional AoE haste spells for players as it would reduce the effectiveness of Garuda's utility.
Quote: We are planning to make the Ternion dagger usable by dancers.
We'll make a follow-up if we hear more information about the other requests in this thread.
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By Asura.Calatilla 2015-07-31 17:00:24
Quote: We are planning to make the Ternion dagger usable by dancers.
We'll make a follow-up if we hear more information about the other requests in this thread.
This was posted as a question to why Cor wasn't given a 119 dagger from Unity and they respond by saying they're adding DNC to one, so not at all useful to Cor in any way lol
Cerberus.Tidis
Server: Cerberus
Game: FFXI
Posts: 3927
By Cerberus.Tidis 2015-07-31 17:10:29
the Accession Haste thing is pretty hawt.
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Bismarck.Marmite
Server: Bismarck
Game: FFXI
Posts: 176
By Bismarck.Marmite 2015-07-31 17:50:06
Quote: We are planning to make the Ternion dagger usable by dancers.
We'll make a follow-up if we hear more information about the other requests in this thread.
This was posted as a question to why Cor wasn't given a 119 dagger from Unity and they respond by saying they're adding DNC to one, so not at all useful to Cor in any way lol
Can't stop laughing!
By Pantafernando 2015-08-05 15:19:01
Quote: Currently the testing team is in the midst of verifying this while they improve the environment; however, they cannot determine for sure that FFXI will operate properly. At the moment our official answer is that we do not recommend using Windows 10 for FFXI.
Cerberus.Tidis
Server: Cerberus
Game: FFXI
Posts: 3927
By Cerberus.Tidis 2015-08-07 04:04:48
Quote: The following campaigns will be launching on Monday, August 10 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT).
Campaign Period
From Monday, August 10 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, August 31 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
Double Experience Campaign
Earn twice the usual amount of experience points from defeating monsters during this campaign.
Double Capacity Point Campaign
Earn twice the usual amount of capacity points from defeating monsters during this campaign.
Monstrosity Double Experience Campaign
Earn twice the usual amount of experience points from defeating monsters during this campaign.
Increased Seal and Crest Drop Rate Campaign
The rate at which seals and crests are dropped is increased based on the number of members in the party up to a maximum of six seals.
Additional Seal Battlefield Spoils Campaign
During this campaign, vanquishing specific monsters in the battlefields below will reward you with a variety of items, including materials needed to craft +2 empyrean equipment, Mog Bonanza kupons, Dynamis currency, and valuable synthesis materials.
Also during this campaign, Shemo in Port Jeuno (H-8) will exchange seals and crests at a reduced rate of 2:1.
Bonus Bayld Campaign
Lair, colonization, and wildskeeper reives will offer evaluation bonuses throughout their duration, doubling bayld and experience gains.
* The maximum amount of bayld and experience available from a single reive remains unchanged.
Abyssea Campaign
A blue treasure chest has been placed near Horst in Port Jeuno (H-8).
Open the chest to receive one of the following prizes.
- Atma (eleven varieties)
- Lunar Abyssite (one piece)
- 100,000 Cruor
Note: These prizes may only be claimed once.
Wildskeeper Reive Campaign
During this campaign, wildskeeper reives will undergo the following changes to make them more accessible.
- The required fame and bayld cost of the key item required to participate have been reduced.
- The respawn times for the following notorious monsters have been reduced.
Colkhab / Tchakka / Achuka / Yumcax / Hurkan / Kumhau
Alter Ego Expo
Alter egos will receive the following improvements for the duration of the campaign.
- Alter egos' Maximum HP and MP are increased by 50%.
- Alter egos have stronger resistance to status ailments. Huzzah! 3 weeks of double CP, add to the new 70% bonus we already got from mission RoE objectives, I'm very prepared for CP farming.
Phoenix.Gameesh
Server: Phoenix
Game: FFXI
Posts: 859
By Phoenix.Gameesh 2015-08-07 04:23:18
Bah I'm going on vacation for 2 weeks this monday so I can only enjoy 33% of this campaign. /sigh
Ah well, I'm sure there will be more of these down the line. It was the same right after RoV chapter 1 was released.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-07 17:19:20
Quote: What should I do if I can’t progress in Rhapsodies of Vana’diel?
What should I do if I can’t progress in Rhapsodies of Vana’diel?
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If you have trouble triggering certain events in Rhapsodies of Vana’diel, it is more than likely that one or more of those characters integral to that section is currently tied up in another non-Rhapsodies story mission that you have active.
Scenario | Prishe | Tenzen | Aphmau | Lilisette | Cait Sith |
Spirits Awoken | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Crashing Waves | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Call to Serve | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Numbering Days | #1 | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Inescapable Binds | #1 | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Desert Winds | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Ever Forward | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
The Endless Sky | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Aphmau's Light | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Reunited | - | - | #3 | ‐ | ‐ |
Take Wing | - | #2 | #3 | ‐ | ‐ |
Prime Number | - | #2 | #3 | ‐ | ‐ |
From the Ruins | - | #2 | #3 | ‐ | ‐ |
Cauterize | - | #2 | #3 | ‐ | ‐ |
Uncertain Destinations | - | - | - | ‐ | #5 |
Ganged Up On | - | - | - | ‐ | #5 |
Sacrifice | - | - | - | #4 | #5 |
Somber Dreams | - | - | - | #4 | #5 |
Of Light and Darkness | - | - | - | #4 | #5 |
Temporary Farewells | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Brushing Up | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Keep On Giving | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Past Imperfect | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
The Cursed Temple | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Wisdom of Our Forefathers | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Where Divinities Collide | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Visions of Dread | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
To the Skies | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Escha - Ru'Aun | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
The Decisive Heroine | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Fall from Grace | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Banishing the Darkness | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Over the Rainbow | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Cacophonous Discord | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Eddies of Despair | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Pretender to the Throne | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Banished | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Call of the Void | ‐ | #2 | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Both Paths Taken | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
The Man Behind the Mask | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
Uncertain Futures | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ | ‐ |
#1: Prishe
Prishe will not be available if you are currently undertaking one of the following Chains of Promathia missions.
The Rites of Life / Below the Arks / The Mothercrystals / An Invitation West /
The Lost City / Distant Beliefs / An Eternal Melody / Ancient Vows / Darkness Named* /
Slanderous Utterings* / Desire of Emptiness / Three Forks* / For Whom the Verse is Sung /
A Place to Return / More Questions than Answers* / One to be Feared / The Warrior's Path /
Garden of Antiquity / When Angels Fall / Dawn
* The Three Forks, Prishe will temporarily become available by progressing from Where Messengers Gather to Head Wind.
* In Darkness Named, Prishe will become temporarily available after vanquishing Diabolos.
* In Slanderous Utterings, Prishe will become unavailable after departing from Tavnazia by ship.
* In More Questions than Answers, Prishe becomes available after reuniting with her.
* In Dawn, Prishe is unavailable until viewing the cutscene for The Chains Fall Free in Lufaise Meadows.
#2: Tenzen
Tenzen will not be available if you are currently undertaking one of the following Chains of Promathia missions.
Desire of Emptiness / The Warrior’s Path / Garden of Antiquity / When Angels Fall / Dawn
* In Dawn, Tenzen is unavailable until viewing the cutscene for The Chains Fall Free in Lufaise Meadows.
#3: Aphmau
Aphmau will not be available if you are currently undertaking one of the following Treasures of Aht Urhgan missions.
Land of Sacred Serpents / Immortal Sentries / President Salaheem / Knight of Gold /
Confessions of Royalty / Easterly Winds / Westerly Winds / A Mercenary Life / Undersea Scouting /
Astral Waves / Imperial Schemes / Sweets for the Soul / Teahouse Tumult / Finders Keepers /
Seal of the Serpent / Misplaced Nobility / Bastion of Knowledge / Puppet in Peril / Prevalence of Pirates /
Shades of Vengeance / In the Blood / Sentinels’ Honor / Testing the Waters / Legacy of the Lost /
Gaze of the Saboteur / Path of Blood / Stirrings of War / Allied Rumblings / Unraveling Reason /
Light of Judgment / Path of Darkness / Fangs of the Lion / Nashmeira’s Plea / Ragnarok / Imperial Coronation
#4: Lilisette
Lilisette will not be available if you are currently undertaking one of the following Wings of the Goddess missions.
Cavernous Maws / Back to the Beginning / Cait Sith / The Queen of the Dance / While the Cat is Away /
On Thin Ice / Proof of Valor / A Sanguinary Prelude / Dungeons and Dancers / Distorter of Time /
The Will of the World / Adieu, Lilisette / By the Fading Light / Edge of Existence / Her Memories /
Forget Me Not / Pillar of Hope / Glimmer of Life / Time slips Away / When Wills Collide / Whispers of Dawn /
Where it All Began / A Token of Troth / Lest We Forget*
* Lilisette will become available once the player has accepted the quest A Forbidden Reunion and reunited with her.
#5: Cait Sith
Cait Sith will not be available if you are currently undertaking one of the following Wings of the Goddess missions.
Cavernous Maws / Back to the Beginning / Where it All Began / A Token of Troth / Lest We Forget*
* Cait Sith will become available once the player has accepted the quest Champion of the Dawn.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-07 17:21:24
Quote: Thanks for your continued feedback and patience on this subject.
In regards to the various Notorious Monster trigger items, we’re considering a change that would make it possible to deliver these items between characters on the same account. It’s possible that this will be difficult to implement for all items at the same time, so we’re thinking of gradually adding this feature to each trigger item.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-11 15:03:03
Quote: As I mentioned in my previous post, the development team has been looking into adjustments for coalitions, and they are planning to make the following adjustments in the next version update.
After these adjustments, we'll observe the outcome and plan further adjustments for November's version update if they are necessary.
These adjustments have been planned with the long term in mind, so please be patient while we finalize everything.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-11 15:07:08
Quote: In thanks for your dedicated service to the world of Vana'diel, we will be giving special in-game gifts to those with an active PlayOnline/FINAL FANTASY XI subscription via a SQUARE ENIX account during the period of Monday, June 1, 2015, to Friday, July 31.
* Monday, August 3: details regarding Mog Pells (Red) and Mog Pells (Green) have been added.
* Tuesday, August 11: details regarding the distribution schedule on Mog Pells (Red) has been added.
Read on for details.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-11 15:10:51
Check it out the mini manga, return home campaign and FFXI SoA or Ultimate Seekers with crazy discounts.
EDIT: and server transfer discount.
Quote: The Goddess's Gala Website Has Been Updated! (08/11/2015)
A treasure trove of information on new events and celebrations related to the Goddess's Gala has just been added to the eponymous website. Enjoy poring over the following:
- Return Home to Vana'diel Campaign
- Online manga Aloha Iroha
- Campaign calendar
- Commemorative illustrations
http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/vanaproj/index.html
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By Pantafernando 2015-08-12 17:08:11
Quote: Freshly Picked Vana'diel 20 Digest
Greetings,
To coincide with the August version update, Producer Akihiko Matsui held another "Freshly Picked Vana'diel" to go over some of the new content and discuss other topics pertinent to adventuring. The following is a digest of what was discussed.
http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/threads/48119-Freshly-Picked-Vana-diel-20-Digest
Quote: Hello, everyone.
Matsui here.
Thanks for tuning into Freshly Picked Vana’diel 20.
For those of you who were unable to watch the stream, I’ve created this digest of what was discussed.
YouTube Video Placeholder
Table of Contents
Rhapsodies of Vana’diel Chapter 2
In the second chapter of Rhapsodies of Vana’diel, we implemented scenarios 4-6.
The cutscenes that were added feature character dialogue that varies depending on your progress in each of the missions, and they were also made to have other minor deviations.
We’ve made it so you can now view all of the different cutscenes from both the Melody Minstrel and footprints located in each area, so once you finish a mission, be sure to watch the other cutscene variations.
After completing the missions you will once again be rewarded with a bonus key item, and you’ll be able to gain bonuses such as an increase to the maximum amount of alter egos you can summon.
Details on all of the key items can be found here (http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/threads/46977).
Escha – Ru’Aun
We implemented a new Eschan area called Escha – Ru’Aun, and as the name implies this area was based off of Ru’Aun Gardens.
Adventurers can enjoy various content in this area such as Geas Fete, Domain Invasion, fishing, gathering, and other activities.
This area is meant for players who are level 99 and up, and there are a lot of powerful monsters roaming around.
Seekers of Adoulin Quest
Continuing the story of the quest “No Laughing Matter,” we added the conclusion, “A Barrel of Laughs.”
When completing the quest you’ll be able to select one piece of equipment from four possible reward items.
In event you would like a different reward item, you can change the item you picked for another; however, you can only do this once a week.
Unity Concord
We’ve added Yoran-Oran and Sylvie as Unity leaders.
Sylvie is the first geomancer-type alter ego, and Yoran-Oran possesses a high amount of support capabilities.
We’ve also made adjustments to the Unity accolades required to change Unities, so if you’re interested in trying out a different Unity, now’s a great chance to do so.
Mog Tablet Adjustments
It’s been quite some time since the rewards for finding Mog Tablets was last changed, and since we’ve been receiving requests on the forum for this, we revamped the lineup of rewards.
Mog Tablets will show up on wide scan when you are in a certain range, so if you have the opportunity, definitely try and find them!
Domain Invasion
Powerful notorious monsters will appear in Eschan areas at certain times. These monsters can't be claimed as normal, so everyone in the area will be able to fight them.
If the notorious monster is successfully defeated, you will be awarded an individual reward based on your contribution, and three types of beneficial effects will randomly be activated from the 11 available in the area.
After a certain amount of time the notorious monster will run away, but the remaining HP will carry over to the next time it appears.
Geas Fete Additions
We added a variety of notorious monsters to Escha – Ru’Aun.
If you are able to successfully defeat a notorious monster, you can earn a new Vorseal effect as well as other rewards such as cursed equipment materials and abjurations.
Please try to hunt down these monsters and make abjuration equipment.
Sinister Reign
In Sinister Reign, you’ll be able to fight against the NPCs that appear in Seekers of Adoulin, which includes Arciela. It’s rare to battle against ally characters, so give it a try.
Three NPCs will appear at random, and if you defeat them all you’ll be able to obtain an alter ego and equipment from the NPCs who appear in the battle.
The reward equipment will be augmented randomly. You can challenge this content quite easily with bayld, so it will be possible to repeat the battle until you obtain an augment you are satisfied with.
Existing Content Adjustments
The wait time required to re-challenge the mini-games for Promotion: Sergeant Major and Promotion: First Lieutenant has been changed from one Vana’diel day to one Earth minute. We’ve made this adjustment so you can re-challenge immediately if you fail.
Trust Initiative
We’ve added a lot of new alter egos, which can be obtained through the second chapter of Rhapsodies of Vana’diel, Sinister Reign, and future campaigns.
As I mentioned previously when talking about Rhapsodies of Vana’diel, with the new bonus key item you’ll be able to call out a maximum of five alter egos. Try summoning different combinations of alter egos.
We’ve also made quality-of-life adjustments and stat adjustments. In addition to being able to summon alter egos in Vagary, we increased the amount of enmity for tank-type alter egos, and also made it possible for the effects of AoE items to affect alter egos.
Merit Point Adjustments
We increased the cap for the attributes, combat skill, and magic skill categories making it possible to boost your character even more.
While we have been receiving feedback asking for an increase to other categories, unfortunately we are not able to increase categories other than HP/MP due to the merit point system.
Job Point Adjustments
We increased the cap on each job point category from 10 to 15. To coincide with this increase, we also added gifts up to 1200 job points.
With the large amount of categories it’s a bit difficult to introduce each of them here, so please be sure to check out the gifts page (http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/threads/45366).
Job Adjustments
Red mage
We increased the cap of the effect of Temper so it scales with enhancing magic skill.
During the broadcast we received a question asking whether enhancing magic skill only has an effect when you cast Temper or if it affects auto-attacks, so I would like to respond to this.
Enhancing magic skill only has an effect when you cast Temper and Temper II. Due to this, it’s useful to change equipment when casting these spells to boost your enhancing magic skill.
Dark knight
We made adjustments so that the effect of Consume Mana can be applied towards elemental weapon skills.
Beastmaster
We made adjustments to the effects of Infrasonics and Hi-Freq Field.
Due to the fact that the above two special abilities reduced evasion by a percentage, they possessed an effect that was larger than we planned; therefore, we made adjustments so that evasion is reduced by a set value.
Summoner
We reduced the recast delay for Avatar’s Favor so that you could quickly reapply it if it is dispelled.
Beastmaster and summoner pet commands
As a plan for a future version update, we are looking into making adjustments to the range in which pet commands for beastmaster can be used. Beastmaster is a job that we’ve balanced with close to mid-range engagements, but at the moment only pets are being sent close to enemies and players are standing in the back. We feel that there isn’t enough risk being taken on by the beastmaster despite their damage output.
In regards to summoner, this is a job that was created to be a back line job, and we are looking into making adjustments to increase the range in which pet commands can be executed so they can function better in the back.
Puppetmaster
We’ve added new attachments.
There are high-tier versions of existing attachments, and their effects and elemental values are higher.
By switching these with the lower-tier attachments, you can save attachment slots, but you can also combine them together for sharper settings.
Additionally, we increased the stats for attachments that elicit effects when spending maneuvers. The projectiles produced by Barrage when using the Barrage Turbine, which uses three maneuvers, has been doubled, and other attachment effects have also been increased. Please test them all out.
Prior to the version update we made an announcement regarding UI changes to address the increase in attachments, but since we were able to address this with internal specification changes, we did not end up making changes to the UI.
With these changes there will be a slight increase in loading time, but we adopted this method in order to avoid large changes to the way the game feels.
Scholar
As Embrava didn’t have much of an effect for ranged attackers, we added a Flurry effect.
Geomancer
We made it possible to freely target the area of effect of Geocolure spells. To coincide with this we also added new control methods. Please check out the version update notes for details on this.
New Abjurations and Cursed Gear
With the addition of new materials for cursed equipment, it will be possible to enhance cursed items.
By trading the enhanced cursed item and a new abjuration to an NPC, you’ll be able to obtain even more powerful equipment.
It’s extremely difficult to create the HQ items, but in addition to the HQ items having high base stats, they also have higher augment caps.
Furthermore, there are combination bonuses only for the HQ versions, and the stats have been created to fit the difficulty of making them.
Vendor NPC Adjustments
We increased the variety of attachments that the NPC “Rararoon” (Nashu (G-6)) sells.
Additionally, we increased the goods sold in Waag-Deeg’s Magic Shop in Lower Jeuno. Previously hard to obtain magic spells, such as ancient magic, have been added.
In order to keep an advantage for players who obtain these spells and attachments themselves, we’ve set the price to be on the high side. However, please consider buying it from the shop if you would like to obtain these right away.
Quality-of-Life Adjustments 1
We added a feature that allows you to target a party member to check their status icons. This will allow you to check what status ailments and support effects they have.
We also added a focus target feature so you can continuously see a party member’s information even if you change your target.
In the future we would like to add a feature that allows you to see a timer for effect durations, but we're looking into whether or not this is possible while taking communication volume limitations and other factors into consideration.
Quality-of-Life Adjustments 2
We’ve made it possible to save equipment sets server-side similar to what can be done with macros and configuration settings.
This will make it possible to play comfortably with your usual settings when you are not in your normal environment.
Details on how to save this information can be found in the version update notes (http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/threads/47901-Aug-5-2015-%28JST%29-Version-Update?p=555994&viewfull=1#post555994).
Quality-of-Life Adjustments 3
We addressed Blood Pacts so that the subtargeting color differentiation function now works with them. Additionally, we made the area of effect display compatible with geomancy spells.
We also made it possible to set various configuration settings with text commands.
*The timer display function located in the configuration cannot be used at the moment. It will be implemented in a coming version update, and only the button was added ahead of time.
On-going Events
The Goddess’s Gala
As a part of the Goddess’s Gala, we are once again holding the Return Home to Vana’diel Campaign, the Discount Campaign, and the Active Adventurer Appreciation Campaign.
Details for each of the campaigns can be found on PlayOnline.
Mosaic Art Project
We’re in the midst of creating a mosaic using all of the screenshots that everyone has been sending in. We’ll be releasing the finished mosaic on the Goddess’s Gala site, so please look forward to it!
*The submission period for screenshots ended on Sunday, August 9th.
Aloha Iroha
We’ve started to release a four panel manga to coincide with the Rhapsodies of Vana’diel scenario. The manga is being created by the manga artist, Tomokichi.
We’ll be announcing on PlayOnline when the manga will be released. Please look forward to seeing a slightly cuter side of Iroha that is different from the serious tone of the in-game scenario.
FINAL FANTASY XI Channel
On Tuesday, August 11th, we will be setting up a FINAL FANTASY XI channel on Niconico.
We have a lot of plans to add various kinds of videos that range from the videos found on old DVDs included with magazines to short movies and much more, so keep an eye out!
The FINAL FANTASY XI channel can be found here (http://ch.nicovideo.jp/FD-XI).
(*Please note the site is in Japanese.)
Conclusion
The next version update is slated for September.
This is a smaller version update that will focus on adjustments, but the development team will be working on content for everyone to enjoy, specifically content created by Associate Director Fujito.
See you during the next Freshly Picked Vana’diel!
By Pantafernando 2015-08-12 17:11:50
Quote: That's correct; it also applies to Temper II as well. (that the effects scales with the enhancing magic skill of caster)
Quote: We’re looking into allowing players to have all three Chebukki siblings. As for them using Meteor in combat, the development team will try their best to deliver upon this request; however, there are several technical hurdles that need to be investigated first.
Quote: Hello, everyone!
Previously I mentioned that we were looking into a system that would allow you to earn items by collecting key items, and the development team has made some headway creating this, so I would like to share what’s on the horizon.
Based on feedback, we're looking into a system where you can select from two possible options after collecting five key items and talking to an NPC.
(*When exchanging for an item, the key item will be lost.)
Quote: As a couple of people have already mentioned in this thread, this means you will be able to view all cutscenes from Chains of Promathia without clearing the story.
By Pantafernando 2015-08-13 16:55:43
Quote: I'd like to share information regarding the upgraded abjuration gear.
Each set of new abjuration gear has an equipment set bonus effect. The effect will take place when equipping 2 or more pieces of the same set of gear, and can be maximized by equipping the full set. Please use the following as reference when selecting your gear.
*Combination effects will only take effect with HQ gear.
Equipment Name |
Combination Effect |
2 Pieces |
3 Pieces |
4 Pieces |
5 Pieces |
Lustratio Gear |
Weapon Skill Damage + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Souveran Gear |
Damage taken - |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Argosy Gear |
Double Attack Rate + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Rao Gear |
Augments "Martial Arts” |
8 |
12 |
16 |
20 |
Carmine Gear |
Accuracy + |
20 |
30 |
40 |
50 |
Apogee Gear |
Avatar's Blood Pact Damage + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Emicho Gear |
Double Attack Rate + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Ryuo Gear |
Attack + |
20 |
30 |
40 |
50 |
Adhemar Gear |
Critical Hit Rate + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Amalric Gear |
Magic Attack + |
20 |
30 |
40 |
50 |
Kaykaus Gear |
"Cure" Potency II + |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
Hi.
Dev tracker is a kind of feed in Official Forum that highlight (in the left side bar) posts from development team to players demands, questions and sugestion. Given that those answers are given by someone who effectively works with the deveopment of this game, they can be considered as official and true.
http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/forum.php
The japanese side of OF has its own dev tracker, that normally is way more active and detailed than english side. If someone feel like translating it to bring the info, feel welcomed too.
http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxi/search.php?searchid=15480698
BG site has one specific topic just to publish and discuss those official answers, and i think ffxiah lacks something similar as not everyone here check BG or OF, so lots of details/dev opinion are missed. So, thats the point of this topic, anyone who see new info in dev tracker feeds, quote it here, and start a discussion if you feel like.
Starting now, a couple of new dev posts were released after march update annoucement. Here they are:
Trust changes
Quote: [dev1261] Alter Ego Adjustments
It will be possible to summon alter egos in the following content.
Walk of Echoes
Wanted battles
It will be possible to summon alter egos in the following mission battlefields.
Wings of the Goddess missions
When Wills Collide / Maiden of the Dusk
It will be possible to summon alter egos for the following quest battlefields.
Wings of the Goddess quests
Champion of the Dawn / The Dawn Also Rises / A Forbidden Reunion
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Dev answer to a sugestion to add new ways to obtain dusk type of alluvion skirmish stone.
Quote: Since dusk-type stones were just implemented, we'd like players to do alluvion skirmishes to obtain them, so there are no plans to add the ability to trade other items for these stones at the moment.
However, we'll look into increasing the amount in circulation and the means of obtaining them in some way in a future version update.
Monster rearing news:
Quote: [dev1262] Mog Garden Adjustments
Monster Rearing will undergo the following adjustments.
A monster's mood will no longer degrade from "beaming with pure contentment" after collecting items or interacting with the monster.
The collective moods of all creatures will generate auras of light or darkness that affects them all.
Light
When the number of creatures beaming with pure contentment is greater than that succumbing to darkness, all creatures’ contentment and mood are increased.
Darkness
When the number of creatures succumbing to darkness is greater than that beaming with pure contentment, all monsters' contentment and mood are decreased.
The following information will be displayed when entering your Mog Garden.
The number of days left on assistants’ contracts.
The current affinity of the Mog Garden.
Mog garden gathering points will undergo the following adjustments.
It will be possible to scrap any unwanted flotsam directly without receiving it in cases where the player’s inventory is full or he is otherwise unable to recover it.
Sugestion about blu traits having aditional tier info.
Quote: This is something that is difficult for us to address at the moment as we would have to send data each time you open the menu to see which tier you currently have. We're concerned about this largely affecting UI response time.
Similarly the same holds true for saving the data client-side as well. Since all of the trait data for this would have to be saved, it would consume large amounts of memory, which also makes this feature difficult to implement.
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