August Topics, 2007
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.
Special Task Force Report (08/27/2007)
Today's report will outline our actions conducted from July 25, 2007 to August 27, 2007 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.
Around 6960 accounts in violation of the FINAL FANTASY XI user agreement were suspended or banned today.
Click here for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
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!
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
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.
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
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!).
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Battle System Adjustments (08/14/2007)
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.
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
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!
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
New Assault Missions and Mercenary Rank (08/07/2007)
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 exciting assault missions.
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From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Mission Additions and Various Adjustments (08/02/2007)
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.
Announcing FINAL FANTASY XI Fan Festival 2007! (08/01/2007)
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.