May Topics, 2007

From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

Merit Point Adjustments (05/30/2007)

In the soon-to-be released version update, we plan to introduce "Group 2" abilities for the blue mage, corsair, and puppetmaster jobs. We will also be increasing the maximum limit for point allocation in the "Combat Skills" and "Magic Skills" merit point categories for all jobs.

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FINAL FANTASY XI at Anime Expo 2007! (05/29/2007)

FINAL FANTASY XI will be on hand at this year's Anime Expo at the Long Beach Convention Center on June 29th through July 2nd! Come dressed as your favorite FINAL FANTASY XI character for a chance to win a Treasures of Aht Urhgan PC from the Anime Expo Masquerade! We'll also be selling some really exciting FINAL FANTASY XI merchandise at the booth that you won't want to miss.

Head over to the FINAL FANTASY XI Anime Expo website for more details!

From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

Einherjar (05/28/2007)

A new, massively multiplayer battlefield is in the works for the upcoming version update. Click here to learn all about Einherjar!

From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

New Assault Missions and Mercenary Rank! (05/24/2007)

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 new assault missions.

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Accounts Banned (05/23/2007)

Around 4,200 accounts in violation of the FINAL FANTASY XI user agreement were suspended or banned today.

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FINAL FANTASY XI 5th Anniversary Fan Event Recap (05/18/2007)


On May 12 and 13, the SQUARE ENIX Party was held at the Makuhari Messe
near Tokyo, Japan. Thousands of fans from all across the country flocked
to the FINAL FANTASY XI booth where they had the opportunity to witness
several exciting events, including two development team panel discussions.

Click here to read a report on the event.

From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

Chains of Promathia Battlefield Adjustments (05/18/2007)

In response to many player requests, we are planning to adjust the difficulty of the Chains of Promathia missions in the upcoming version update, as well as introduce a new experience point reward upon the completion of a mission battlefield.

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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

Version Update Coming! (05/16/2007)

From new Aht Urhgan missions to teleportation services, as well as several system-related adjustments, the upcoming version update has a little something for everyone!

Click here for a hint at what is in store!

Official Site for "Wings of the Goddess"! (05/12/2007)

The development of "Wings of the Goddess", a new FINAL FANTASY XI expansion disc, was announced today at the SQUARE ENIX PARTY 2007.
In conjunction with this announcement, a new site has been created to provide the latest development details as they become available, as well as give fans the opportunity to view exclusive images from the expansion.

Click here to visit the official "Wings of the Goddess" site.

Adventurer Appreciation is Here! (05/11/2007)

On May 16, 2007, FINAL FANTASY XI will celebrate its fifth birthday! And to say thanks to all that made it possible, we will be holding the ever-popular Adventurer Appreciation Campaign!

Click here for the detailed details!

New Player's Guide Updated! (05/11/2007)

Attention all adventurers new to Vana'diel! The New Player's Guide has been updated with seven new movies! Chapter 3 includes practical advice on leveling your character, communicating with other players, plus many other hints and tips for the novice adventurer.

Check out this invaluable source of information here.