So, how did you enjoy the 8th Vana'diel Census?

Way back in 2002, when we started the first Vana'diel Census, the FINAL FANTASY XI community was still much like a newborn child. Over the years, however, with countless version updates and several expansion packs, our world has grown to a thriving 500,000 accounts across multiple platforms and many countries. We hope that you've enjoyed this year's census as much as we did.

In the past year, there have been so many exciting events, such as Fan Festival 2007 in North America, Square Enix Party 2007 and Osaka Altana Festival in Japan, and the Games Convention in Germany. Attendants at any of these events could meet other FINAL FANTASY XI enthusiasts to share their passion for the game. The opinions and requests shared in e-mails, phone calls, and posted on community sites have strongly motivated the development and management teams to continue improving the Vana'diel experience. Be sure your voice is heard! We are working hard for you.

The six long years that you've lived in Vana'diel are comparable to the time it takes a newborn to grow up and enter elementary school. And, likewise, our community continues to change and mature as time goes on. I wonder just how our community will evolve in the future.

I look forward to seeing all of you in Vana'diel.

May 16, 2008
Sage Sundi
Global Online Producer