May Topics, 2017
Vana'diel Beat the Heat Campaign (05/31/2017)
The following campaigns will be held starting on Sunday, June 11 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT)
Campaign Period: Sunday, June 11 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Friday, June 30 at 7:59 a.m.
Bonus Bayld Campaign
Double Simulacra Segment Campaign
Delve Campaign - PLUS!
Wildskeeper Reive Campaign
Assault - Nyzul Isle Uncharted Area Survey Mysterious Item Campaign
Alter Ego Expo
Adoulin Dial Campaign
Vagary Campaign
Skirmish Stone and Arcane Glyptics Campaign
Incursion Campaign
Skirmish Frenzy Campaign - PLUS!
Combat and Magic Skill Increase campaign
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the June Version Update (05/30/2017)
The next version update is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7.
Read on for details.
Last year's popular anniversary event, Sunshine Seeker, is making a reappearance this June! Experience what it's like being a "reviled" monster in Vana'diel.
Event Period:
Monday, June 5 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Sunday, June 18 at 7:59 a.m.
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
The next version update is scheduled for early June. (05/26/2017)
The next version update is scheduled for early June.
The June version update contains the monthly changes to Ambuscade and adjustments to certain weaponskills.
Also scheduled are quality of life improvements to the escutcheon questline based on user feedback.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Celebrating 15 Years of FINAL FANTASY XI! (05/16/2017)
Today marks the 15th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XI! Akihiko Matsui, producer, would like to say a few words to all adventurers the world over who have enjoyed the world of Vana'diel .
Read on for more.
The 15th Anniversary Return Home to Vana'diel and Discount Campaigns Commence Today! (05/16/2017)
The Return Home to Vana'diel and Discount Campaigns are now underway.
Return Home to Vana'diel Campaign
From Tuesday, May 16 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, May 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
Discount Campaign
From Tuesday, May 16 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, May 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
My Little Shadow Lord (05/16/2017)
Adorn your Mog House with Shadow Lord statues!
During the campaign period, players will have a chance to obtain three types of Shadow Lord statues when completing the Rank 5 mission. In addition, synergizing the three statues together will yield a Beastman Gonfalon. Now you can show your dark side by decorating your Mog House like it was controlled by the Shadow Lord and beastmen!
Read on for more details.
Presenting "The One I Can Trust" Campaign! (05/16/2017)
The Jeuno Institute of Magical Studies is conducting a survey amongst the adventuring community to find their next target in order to create an all new cipher! Respond to their survey and perhaps the one you dream of adventuring alongside may become a reality!
However, the Institute notes that the alter ego will vanish once this special occasion ends. Try and make your wish come true while you can!
Read on for more details.
Announcing the Return of the FINAL FANTASY XI 14-day Free Trial! (05/12/2017)
We're pleased to announce the return of the FINAL FANTASY XI 14-day Free Trial! The free trial level cap has also been increased to level 50 to give potential adventurers a better chance to explore Vana'diel! Now is the perfect time to invite friends to join you on your journey!
View the Free Trial.
Announcing the Return Home to Vana'diel and Discount Campaigns! (05/11/2017)
Thanks to the support of our fans from around the world, FINAL FANTASY XI will be celebrating its 15th anniversary on Tuesday, May 16. To help mark the occasion, we will be launching two special events, the Return Home to Vana'diel Campaign and the Discount Campaign in order to bring Vana'diel as it is today to as many adventurers as possible.
Return Home to Vana'diel Campaign
From Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, May 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
Discount Campaign
From Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, May 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
The May 2017 Login Campaign Commences Today! (05/10/2017)
The May 2017 Login Campaign is now underway.
Point distribution period:
Wednesday, May 10 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) to Friday, June 2 at 7:00 a.m.
Point exchange period:
Wednesday, May 10 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) to Friday, June 9 at 7:00 a.m.
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
The May Version Update Has Landed! (05/10/2017)
The third step of the Escutcheon questline makes an appearance this month, together with some high-level synthesis recipes of an extreme difficulty level, each producing Superior 3 equipment usable with a new gift being introduced!
On the battlefront, the monthly changes to Ambuscade are available, the Ark Angel TT has been added to the alter ego lineup, and there are various other adjustments including some changes to puppetmasters and bards!
Read on for details.
Announcing the 15th Vana'versary Mog Bonanza (05/09/2017)
This year marks the 15th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XI's release. In celebration of this momentous occasion and in thanks for your steadfast support, we will be holding the 15th Vana'versary Mog Bonanza!
In addition to the usual slew of wonderful prizes, the luckiest of the lucky will receive the Onion Sword II cosmetic item! Take this opportunity to participate for a chance to win one of the many exciting goods in store!
Read on for details.
* The marble sales period is scheduled from Tuesday, May 16 to Friday, June 16.
* Only characters for whom at least 32 days have passed since character creation are allowed to purchase marbles.
* Prizes awarded by the Mog Bonanza are in-game items that do not have any value outside the game.
Announcing the 15th Anniversary Event "Quiz for the Age!" (05/09/2017)
An event celebrating the 15th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XI will be held starting on Tuesday, May 16!
This event features crab-themed goods and a variety of other items as rewards.
* The full name of the event has not yet been decided upon.
Event period: Tuesday, May 16 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Wednesday, May 31 at 7:59 a.m.
Read on for details.
Announcing the May 2017 Login Campaign! (05/08/2017)
Announcing the May 2017 Login Campaign!
The May 2017 Login Campaign will be held during the following period
Point allocation period:
Wednesday, May 10 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) to Friday, June 2 at 7:00 a.m.
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the May Version Update (05/01/2017)
The next version update is scheduled for Wednesday, May 10.
Read on for a list of items to be added in May.