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Bringing you the latest hot Topics straight from the official site!enThe October Version Update Has Landed!
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Also, the Harvest Festival seasonal event will be making its return, and is joined by the third appearance of The Shadow Lord's Dominion event. In addition, we're planning a variety of campaigns, including the Alter Ego Expo. So be sure to check out everything we have in store for you this month!
Read on for details regarding the version update. ]]>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:00 JSTAdventures with Trust Magic! Content Support Campaign
https://www.playonline.com/pcd2/topics/ff11us/detail/40445/detail.html
As part of this month's Phantom Gem Campaign, you can exchange for phantom gems needed to take on the high-tier mission battlefield "★Ode of Life Bestowing."
===== Campaign Period: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:59 a.m. (PST) =====
Read on for details. ]]>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:03:00 JSTPlay Seasonal Events to Get Items Such as a Cushaw Lantern and Ilm Manillas!
https://www.playonline.com/pcd2/topics/ff11us/detail/40448/detail.html
This time, in addition to the Cushaw Lantern, Ilm Manillas, and Ilm Lappa, we'll also be adding some items that can be used to weaken the enemies in Dynamis.
The Cushaw Lantern is a furnishing made from a pumpkin, making it the perfect item for the Harvest Festival season. The Ilm Manillas and Ilm Lappa are stylish pieces of gear, and you can complete the Ilm equipment series by searching for pumpkins during the Harvest Festival event as part of the October login campaign. Meanwhile, items such as the Shadescale Talon can be used to weaken the notorious monsters in Dynamis - Buburimu, Dynamis - Valkurm, and Dynamis - Qufim.
Elsewhere, you can once again obtain items like Travesty, a Demonic Axe, a Shadow Lord shirt, and a Shadow Lord statue. Don't miss this opportunity to get your hands on some great items!
■ Returning items Cushaw Lantern Ilm Manillas / Ilm Lappa ■ Items used to weaken the Dynamis - Buburimu boss monster Shadescale Talon, Cagebeast Blood, Shadescale Heart, Shadescale Femur, Shadescale Skull ■ Items used to weaken the Dynamis - Valkurm boss monster Absorbent Moss, Odorless Fungus, Redolent Root ■ Items used to weaken the Dynamis - Qufim boss monster Sea Monk Venom, Perforated Wing, Undying Moiety Travesty Demonic Axe Shadow Lord shirt Shadow Lord statue ====== Event Period: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:59 a.m. (PST) ======
Read on for details. ]]>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:02:00 JSTHarvest Festival
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Without a doubt, the Harvest Festival is one of the two largest festivals in all of Vana'diel. Search for pumpkins all throughout Vana'diel and take part in the Harvest Festival-themed minigames held in each nation to obtain various rewards.
Once again, the Ilm equipment series makes its return this year. Participate in the login campaign and the various events to obtain each piece of the set.
■ How to Obtain the Items Ilm Tiara (head): Harvest Festival (Grab those gourds!) Ilm Manillas (hands): Trade specified items to the Curator Moogle Ilm Weskit (body): October 2026 login campaign Ilm Lappa (legs): Trade specified items to the Curator Moogle Ilm Huaraches (feet): Harvest Festival (Grab those gourds!) Also, completing the specified requirements for the Harvest Festival activities and minigames can earn you one #FES dial key per day (Earth time) that can be used with the Gobbie Mystery Box. The #FES dial key allows you to use the festival dial, which contains spoils from content such as high-tier mission battlefields and high-tier avatar battlefields.
====== Event Period: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:59 a.m. (PST) ======
Read on for details. ]]>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:01:00 JSTThe Shadow Lord's Dominion - 3rd Session
https://www.playonline.com/pcd2/topics/ff11us/detail/40451/detail.html
This time, we are bringing back “The Shadow Lord's Dominion” event for its third and final appearance!
In conjunction with the event's return, the Cushaw Lantern will be added to the list of items that can be traded for with the Curator Moogle. Furthermore, following up from the previous appearance of this event, the Shadow Lord has prepared his weapon Travesty as a reward while he awaits your challenge. In addition to the Regain status effect, this great sword also includes the possibility of using weapon skills without consuming TP, so be sure to pick it up when you have the time! Note: The Travesty item has been left with the Curator Moogle. Once the event has started, make sure to check the items needed for the trade.
====== Event Period: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:59 a.m. (PST) ======
Read on for details. ]]>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:00:00 JSTAnnouncing the October 2026 Login Campaign
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----- ■ The point distribution period has been extended, but the exchange period has been shortened! ----- Starting with this month's login campaign, the point distribution period will be extended to approximately 25 days. * As a result of this change, the point exchange period will be shortened, so please keep that in mind when using your points.
----- ■ Collect various alter egos in preparation for the new “alter ego equipment system” (tentative name)! ----- Following up from last month, alter ego ciphers can now be exchanged for 5 points.
Additionally, the Moogle Support Campaign for New & Returning Adventurers is active until Monday, October 12, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT), and adventurers simply need to log in to receive a Trust tome worth 100 alter ego points. * You can only acquire one Trust tome during the campaign.
■ This month's featured item The Scientist's Board is now available.
■ October 2026 recommended alter egos Cipher: Koru-Moru Cipher: Sakura Cipher: S. Sibyl Cipher: Luzaf Cipher: Uka
====== Point distribution period: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. (PST)
Point exchange period: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:59 a.m. (PST) ======
Read on for details. ]]>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:00:00 JSTAnnouncing the October Version Update
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Read on for a list of items to be added in October. ]]>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 JSTIt's the Return of the FFXI Adventurers' Survey!
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Your opinions will be taken into consideration for our development efforts and future events, and we'll also be sharing some of the replies as part of a special broadcast scheduled for this November.
Whether you're actively adventuring within Vana'diel or you've been away from the game for a while, we want to hear your thoughts on FFXI!
====== Survey Period: Friday, October 2, 2026, at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 7:59 a.m. (PDT) ======
Read on for details. ]]>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 JSTFree Trial Level Cap Raised to Level 75 and Time Limit Removed!
https://www.playonline.com/pcd2/topics/ff11us/detail/40432/detail.html
We're removing the play time limit for the FINAL FANTASY XI Free Trial version and increasing its character level cap to Level 75!
Changes to the Free Trial version ・Time limit: 14 days > No restrictions Now you can play the game at your own pace without having to worry about the free trial period expiring. Take your time to level up your character and visit various areas in the game. This is your chance to go on adventures with your friends and get the most out of your life in Vana'diel.
・Character level cap: Level 50 > Level 75 With this new level cap, you can upgrade your Free Trial character even further, as well as take on the additional content that has been released for characters up to Level 75.
Free Trial accounts that were previously created can now be used again following the removal of the play time limit. If your free trial period has already ended, you can once again enjoy the Free Trial version starting today.
Experience new adventures in Vana'diel In addition to the multiple missions, quests, and battle content that have been added to the world of Vana'diel, you can also enjoy the various new updates, campaigns, and events as well. So be sure to take advantage of the playable content up to Level 75 and see what FINAL FANTASY XI is like today! This is the perfect opportunity to introduce your friends, family members, and other acquaintances to FINAL FANTASY XI and invite them to join you on your adventures throughout Vana'diel!
Download the Free Trial here. ]]>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 JSTAnnouncing the Next Version Update
https://www.playonline.com/pcd2/topics/ff11us/detail/40428/detail.html
October brings with it the monthly updates to Ambuscade.
Also, the Harvest Festival seasonal event will be making its return, and is joined by the third appearance of The Shadow Lord's Dominion event. In addition, we're planning a variety of campaigns for your enjoyment, including the Alter Ego Expo Campaign. We hope you are looking forward to everything this month has to offer! ]]>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:00:00 JST
