| |  | | » Welcome to Dreams in Vana'diel! | | The world that Final Fantasy XI takes place in is known as "Vana'Diel". Previously this world was blessed by force known as "The Crystals". Those that believed in their power, fought against the monsters aligned with the darkness... | | December Version Update Preview (11/17/2008) | | Nov 17, 2008 - 4:24 AM - by Gobo |  
With the release of each version update, Vana'diel continues its transformation into an ever more adventurer-friendly realm. In staying true to this tradition, the development team is working hard on a host of adjustments and additions that will allow our players to focus on what they do best: adventuring!
Read on for a sneak peek at some of the improvements scheduled for the December version update.
With the release of each version update, Vana'diel continues its transformation into an ever more adventurer-friendly realm. In staying true to this tradition, the development team is working hard on a host of adjustments and additions that will allow our players to focus on what they do best: adventuring!
Chariot, Empress, and Emperor Bands
To date, recharging these items required that adventurers call upon guard NPCs located within designated conquest areas and towns. Depending on their current job level, however, adventurers may find these areas to be a considerable time and distance away from their current base of operation. To address this inconvenience, West Aht Urhgan and Past Vana'diel are scheduled to be added to the list of rechargeable locations for the bands. The price of the service in these new locations will be consistent with that of existing areas.
Treasure Coffers and Chests
That these mysterious containers house an assortment of highly sought-after items such as artifacts and maps is no secret. Such is their popularity among adventurers that those who seek them wishing to acquire the aforementioned items are often left frustrated by others who have different spoils, namely miscellaneous items and gil, in mind. The December version update will see the respawn time for coffers and chests significantly cut specifically for those in the hunt for items such as artifacts and maps.
Jeuno
Recent adventurer lifestyle-related improvements made to town areas have focused mainly on the three nations. In light of current adventuring trends in Aht Urhgan and the recent influx of new adventurers, the spotlight has been cast once more upon Jeuno. Adventurers can look forward to the following changes during their visits to the duchy following the December version update:
- The sales tax imposed on bazaars will be abolished in all areas of the duchy.
- Teleportation to Aht Urhgan Whitegate will be available for mercenaries via the Salaheem's Sentinels representative... [Read More] |   115 Replies | 1,943 Views | | Moblin Maze Mongers Set to Open for Business in Jeuno! (11/14/2008) | | Nov 14, 2008 - 5:50 AM - by Ziero |  Feeling lost in the maze of life? Let Moblin Maze Mongers build the labyrinth of your dreams!
We're here today in downtown Jeuno to bring you an exclusive interview with Goldagrik, the pioneering mind behind Moblin Maze Mongers!
He spoke with us about his company's vision and the made-to-order mazes that are sure to delight adventurers across the realm.
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- Er, why don't you start by telling our readers a little bit about yourself, uh...sir.
"What'cha starin' at, missy?
Never seen a Moblin dressed like me before?
No wonder, 'cause yer speakin' to none other than Goldagrik—visionary among Moblins and the brilliant business mind behind Maze Mongers, Inc., purveyor o' the most marvelous made-t'-order mazes!"
- So what exactly are these mazes you build?
"What are they!?
Only the most devious, diabolical labyrinths you've ever laid yer pretty eyes upon, lovin'ly crafted t'each customer's demanding specifications!"
- Designing a maze sounds terribly complicated...
Ohoho...fear not!
Every Maze Monger customer will be provided with a Maze Tabula, y'see here? Just use one o' these to make a scale model o' yer dream dungeon and our expert artisans will take care o' the rest!"
- That certainly sounds simple enough! So did you have any trouble clearing the Grand Duchy's notoriously strict "Building codes?
Building codes? Not sure I follow ye, missy.
Y'see, our mazes are built underground—under the ocean floor, no less.
We Moblins have been drillin' down there for ages without worryin' 'bout no building codes.
Our customers give us an order, we build 'em a maze, simple as that.
How they use it ain't none o' our concern."
- The construction time you advertise seems awfully short for such a massive architectural undertaking...
"Look, us Moblins have been diggin' and delvin' in Movalpolos since yer granddaddy's granddaddy was in diapers. If ye can't trust us, who can ye trust? Eh?
Precision architecture. Comprehensive maintenance. Safe and secure, with limitless possibilities! The perfect maze—of the... [Read More] | | 43 Replies | 897 Views | | Version Update News (11/04/2008) | | Nov 04, 2008 - 4:18 AM - by LilithAngel |  Version Update News (11/04/2008)
We're pleased to announce that the next FINAL FANTASY XI version update is on track for an early December release. In addition to the long-awaited continuation of the epic Wings of the Goddess mission arc, this patch will also feature new content designed with low-level players in mind, brand-new systems unlike anything you've seen in Vana'diel before, and much, much more!
All the exciting details will be announced here as they become available, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!
Source: Here | | 92 Replies | 1,992 Views | | Accounts Banned (10/22/2008) & Special Task Force Report (10/22/2008) | | Oct 22, 2008 - 10:41 AM - by Malacite |  FINAL FANTASY XI Official Web Site
We would like to report the termination today of multiple accounts held by players involved in the usage of third-party tools or cheats, or engaged in RMT (Real Money Trading) activities.
Based on the results of our investigation, around 7060 PlayOnline accounts were terminated while around 1520 accounts were temporarily suspended.
Additionally, we have increased the number of mass bannings against certain PlayOnline violations in order to prevent illegal acts.
Details of the violations are as follows:
- Usage of tools that allow enhanced character movement.
Week of September 21, Approx. 130 cases
Week of September 28, Approx. 230 cases
Week of October 5, Approx. 250 cases
Week of October 12, Approx. 370 cases
Week of October 19, Approx. 160 cases
- Usage of tools that circumvent game mechanics with respect to the timing of ability use, etc. in certain areas or at points where Notorious Monsters appear.
October 22, Approx. 40 cases
- Using cheats to automatically repeat a particular action.
Week of September 21, Approx. 40 cases
Week of September 28, Approx. 890 cases
Week of October 5, Approx. 840 cases
Week of October 12, Approx. 1080 cases
Week of October 19, Approx. 570 cases
- Gil and item exchange for real world money.
Week of September 21, Approx. 80 cases
Week of October 5, Approx. 10 cases
Week of October 12, Approx. 300 cases
Week of October 19, Approx. 1540 cases
- Instances of areas or monster monopolization.
October 2, Approx. 190 cases
October 9, Approx. 110 cases
- Involved in compromised accounts
Week of September 21, Approx. 270 cases
Week of September 28, Approx. 450 cases
Week of October 5, Approx. 360 cases
Week of October 12, Approx. 460 cases
Week of October 19, Approx. 210 cases
The termination of these accounts has led to the removal of approximately 1.2 billion gil from circulation.
We would like to remind players that as well as adversely affecting game balance, the use of third-party tools or cheats can also have consequences that are not immediately obvious, such as introducing damaging viruses, and comprising the security of private account details. Usage of third-party tools will not be tolerated within FINAL FANTASY XI, and we will continue to severely penalize any players found to... [Read More] | | 31 Replies | 900 Views | | New FINAL FANTASY XI Merchandise! (10/21/2008) | | Oct 21, 2008 - 1:25 PM - by eticket109 |  New FINAL FANTASY XI Merchandise! (10/21/2008)
FINAL FANTASY XI Official Web Site
We're proud to introduce brand new FINAL FANTASY XI merchandise that is set to make its debut at Fan Festival 2008! A stylish business card case and two meticulously crafted mascot key rings will be available at the merchandise area of the show. The new goods will be available at the Square Enix Official Online Merchandise Store soon after Fan Festival 2008.
FINAL FANTASY XI Original Card Case
The card case may appear simple in design, but it features a high-class finish emblazoned with the FINAL FANTASY XI logo and world map of Vana'diel on its cover. The sleek design allows for the unencumbered storage and retrieval of business cards or cards of a similar size.
Material: Metal/Synthetic Leather
Metal Key Ring (Goblin & Mandragora)
The Goblin and Mandragora are familiar to all adventurers in Vana'diel and now they are getting their chance to shine in the form of solid metal key rings. The exquisite details on the characters are amazing to behold.
Material: Metal | | 10 Replies | 402 Views | | The Fan Festival 2008 Website is Live! (10/14/2008) | | Oct 13, 2008 - 11:13 PM - by Malacite | 
The day that many adventurers have been dutifully waiting for is finally here—the Fan Festival 2008 website has launched! Intimate details about the event are now available for everyone to pore over including information on the activities, contests, hotel deals, event pricing, and more!
Click here to visit the Fan Festival 2008 website!
Please note: Fan Festival 2008 registration will be available in mid-October. | | 25 Replies | 647 Views | | The Grim Tale of Pyracmon and the Baleful Eye (10/10/2008) | | Oct 10, 2008 - 4:21 AM - by Gobo | 
Under trees resplendent in autumn hues, the streets of the three nations were abuzz with anticipation. Townspeople bustled to and fro, carving pumpkins and sewing costumes for the masquerade. The annual Harvest Festival was nigh.
And yet, amidst all the merriment, something was amiss. Anyone who turned an ear to the whispers of the crowd would soon hear the disquieting rumor that had struck fear into the hearts of commoner and noble alike.
"Pyracmon is coming...coming to bring doom to us all!"
On an isle far to the west, two young exorcists who had caught wind of these ill tidings descended to the vault of their church, hoping to uncover the story behind this unfamiliar moniker...
* The ghoulishly fun Harvest Festival event will creep into town on Friday, October 17th at 1:00 (PDT), and skulk back into the shadows on Saturday, November 1st at 1:00.
FINAL FANTASY XI Official Web Site
"Let's see... Puk...Qiqirn...
Phooey! 'Tis no use. Nary a mention in From Abhac to Zu: A Vana'dielian Bestiary."
The young woman in velvet robes closed the weighty volume with a frown, and placed it atop the already-imposing stack of tomes that teetered unsteadily beside the oaken desk.
"Bah! I thought for sure that A Compleat Guide to the Nether-worlde would hold the knowledge we seek."
The young man–clad in identical garments—hung his head dejectedly as he returned the ancient book he had been perusing to its shelf.
"Surely this 'Pyracmon' is naught but a figment of some child's overactive imagination? You know how superstitious those mainland folk get when the Harvest Festival draws near."
"If only it were so—but we have eyewitness reports from each of the three nations. I daresay this is more than some child's fancy."
No sooner had the girl let out a sigh than a booming voice echoed through the vault.
"If you speak of Pyracmon, I can assure you he is no mere child's tale. Gertrude, Brian..."
"Roger!"
The two young exorcists spun around in tandem to face their visitor.
The man identified as Roger was of middle age and sturdily built. He heaved shut the massive door and strode toward the pair with a vigorous gait.
"No child's tale indeed.... [Read More] | | 2 Replies | 581 Views | | Announcing the "FINAL FANTASY XI 14-Day Free Trial"! (10/07/2008) | | Oct 07, 2008 - 12:59 PM - by Ameroth |  
We are proud to announce the launch of the "FINAL FANTASY XI 14-Day Free Trial"! Available for download exclusively through File Planet, the new release features the award-winning FINAL FANTASY XI, along with 3 content IDs with which to create characters, that is free to play for 14 days without the need of a credit card! This is the perfect opportunity to get your friends and family to test the waters of Vana'diel alongside you!
Click here to download the FINAL FANTASY XI 14-Day Free Trial!
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FINAL FANTASY XI | | 6 Replies | 568 Views | | Special Task Force Report (09/25/2008) | | Sep 25, 2008 - 2:02 PM - by Ameroth | FINAL FANTASY XI Official Web Site
Today's report will outline our actions conducted from August 27, 2008 to September 25, 2008 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 details on the Special Task Force's activities in dealing with players violating the FINAL FANTASY XI user agreement.
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Warning Against Unauthorized Access
We have been warning PlayOnline users for some time about unauthorized access, but recently there have been reports of users whose PlayOnline accounts have been stolen and accessed as a result of going to third party sites introduced while viewing regular websites.
Because of this, immediately after a version update, damages caused by posting on and viewing normal websites may drastically increase. If you are connecting to PlayOnline with a PC, please be sure to strengthen your computer's safety through performing Windows Updates, using your internet browser's latest version, and by using internet security software. In addition to using the latest software versions, please refrain from visiting suspicious sites. Even if your PC is infected with a virus designed to steal PlayOnline IDs and passwords, by installing anti-virus software, you can significantly reduce the chance of your PC actually being accessed by an unauthorized third party. For information on preventative measures in dealing with unauthorized access, please view the "Information Regarding Unauthorized Access" page.
Click here for information on dealing with unauthorized access.
There have also been reports of link scripts to sites rigged with programs designed to steal PlayOnline IDs and passwords being embedded into user's homepages through unauthorized access. We ask that users possessing homepages review their site provider's information regarding unauthorized access and also confirm that no suspicious scripts or advertising banners have been embedded in their homepage.
Special Task Force Activities and Future Plans
More than ever before, the Special Task Force has strengthened its activities against violators of the user agreement such as hunters and... [Read More] | | 0 Replies | 467 Views | | | | » World Date & Time | | Greenwich Mean Time:
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