My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
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So GamerEscape has been doing records of the FFXIV story for awhile now. Given how story driven the game is I thought it might be a good idea to link to those chronicles to get people up to speed or who wanted to sort of see the whole story written out.
Obviously the ideal method of delivery is just playing the game itself but articles like this can be useful in chronicling the story or giving people refreshers on what is happening. Or sometimes it's just fun to read the whole thing.
Pretty long read and obviously the entire thing is all about spoiling the story so read at your own risk.
Thanks for this. Is there any sort of character wiki that has background info on NPCs? A couple characters get mentioned during the end of the main story and I was wondering if there's any place I could get a summary of who they are. Not just them, I find myself wanting to know more about a tonne of people.
My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
I'd love to get a gigaball of death if Frontline queue times weren't so cancerous.
It takes a while that's for sure. I think I got my first 150/200 wins before slaughter came out and there were some days I just decided to not bother. Gigga death balls definitely take some time.
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My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
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My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
Yes, enjoy your time in this game. Unlike some MMOs, there is enough great stuff on the way to endgame here, no need to rush it.
I think Ninja requires a level 15 or 30 character to unlock. They need Puglist and Lancer I think as their secondaries so may as well level a Puglist/MNK up to unlock Rogue/Ninja.
And I guess the unlock is character-specific and not account specific? Because I already have a 50 and a 30 and everything else to at least 15. Including Rogue.
Prerequisite: You must have completed level 10 class quest for at least 1 Disciples of War or Magic class. You must have unlocked the Armory System.
Location: Rogue's Guild is located in Limsa Lominsa.
Quest: Speak to Lonwoerd in Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks (x8,y16) to obtain the quest So You Want to Be a Rogue.
There are fantasia potions for changing race. You get one as a reward for subbing I believe and can buy more from the mog station.
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And I guess the unlock is character-specific and not account specific? Because I already have a 50 and a 30 and everything else to at least 15. Including Rogue.
And I guess the unlock is character-specific and not account specific? Because I already have a 50 and a 30 and everything else to at least 15. Including Rogue.
Why would you have more than one character?
There are some pretty niche reasons (primarily RP considerations, playing on multiple servers, or maximizing Raid loot potential) but generally speaking given that you can do everything in the game on one character there aren't many reasons to have more than one.
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My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
Really? Was there a point to this response? And yes, people do get left behind all the time as is evidenced by the multitude of "Can't get a good group to clear bla bla bla" threads that I see constantly on Reddit. I never said "rush" either, just that there's quite a bit of storyline to get through. If they comfortably finish 2.55 before 3.0, they can relax and work on ARR level synced content while they explore Ishgard.
Soooo, because I just rolled a brand new character recently for the fun of it (and to see the main storyline through completely again)...
If you want to roll a new character rogue, I highly recommend starting as Marauder in Limsa, then picking up all the Disciple of War gear from quests so you have it for leveling the Rogue. When your Marauder hits level 10 (focus on hunting log, quests in Middle La Noscea), go do the level 10 Marauder quest, then go get your rogue!
You should be able to hit level 10 Marauder with only Main Story, Limsa Limosa, and Middle La Noscea quests. Dont' do ANY side quests in Lower La Noscea - those will help you level your rogue! Between Hunting Log, Lower La Noscea, and Rogue quests (plus 50% xp bonus) you should hit level 10 easily enough, maybe a fate or two is needed. Then continue on your merry way to swiftperch and continue the story.
My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
Really? Was there a point to this response? And yes, people do get left behind all the time as is evidenced by the multitude of "Can't get a good group to clear bla bla bla" threads that I see constantly on Reddit. I never said "rush" either, just that there's quite a bit of storyline to get through. If they comfortably finish 2.55 before 3.0, they can relax and work on ARR level synced content while they explore Ishgard.
Was there any point to your response other then a counter viewpoint to your hardcore raider mentality is wrong and must stamped out?
And I guess the unlock is character-specific and not account specific? Because I already have a 50 and a 30 and everything else to at least 15. Including Rogue.
Why would you have more than one character?
I have a second character so I could help out my friend's static back in second coil.
And sometimes you just need to express your inner Lalafel.
My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
Really? Was there a point to this response? And yes, people do get left behind all the time as is evidenced by the multitude of "Can't get a good group to clear bla bla bla" threads that I see constantly on Reddit. I never said "rush" either, just that there's quite a bit of storyline to get through. If they comfortably finish 2.55 before 3.0, they can relax and work on ARR level synced content while they explore Ishgard.
In GHOST you can still get groups for everything, so I put no stock in anything coming out of reddit. Red Cat and I just got our hands held through Coil 1-5. Didn't beat 5, going to try again soon. The cutting edge is what, coil 13?
...and when you are done with that; take a folding
chair to Creation and then suplex the Void.
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My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
Really? Was there a point to this response? And yes, people do get left behind all the time as is evidenced by the multitude of "Can't get a good group to clear bla bla bla" threads that I see constantly on Reddit. I never said "rush" either, just that there's quite a bit of storyline to get through. If they comfortably finish 2.55 before 3.0, they can relax and work on ARR level synced content while they explore Ishgard.
Was there any point to your response other then a counter viewpoint to your hardcore raider mentality is wrong and must stamped out?
What are you talking about? You've obviously completely misunderstood my intent.
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Then please elaborate, because it seemed pretty clear on this end of the Internet.
...and when you are done with that; take a folding
chair to Creation and then suplex the Void.
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Then please elaborate, because it seemed pretty clear on this end of the Internet.
I already did in response to Delph. If you think that is a hardcore raider mentality, you should really try and head to a more populous and progressed server.
And I'm done responding as I'm not into derailing this thread as you seem intent on.
Then please elaborate, because it seemed pretty clear on this end of the Internet.
I already did in response to Delph. If you think that is a hardcore raider mentality, you should really try and head to a more populous and progressed server.
And I'm done responding as I'm not into derailing this thread as you seem intent on.
I...don't see how the "hardcore raider mentality" is even relevant to the discussion in the first place.
I'm pretty sure if Elin had bleeding-edge raiding in mind, they would know to prioritize levelling.
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Then please elaborate, because it seemed pretty clear on this end of the Internet.
I already did in response to Delph. If you think that is a hardcore raider mentality, you should really try and head to a more populous and progressed server.
And I'm done responding as I'm not into derailing this thread as you seem intent on.
I...don't see how the "hardcore raider mentality" is even relevant to the discussion in the first place.
I'm pretty sure if Elin had bleeding-edge raiding in mind, they would know to prioritize levelling.
My archer is 15 and my thaumalamadingdong (yea, spelling is hard) is 27. Leveling is a bit slower now but so close. Then I can start leveling something else. This game is evil.
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As someone who has no insight to any previous drama, or why people are getting so riled up about this post or any replies to it, and as someone who just leveled up to lvl 50 ad BRD, I'd ask what you want to do.
If you want to do group content then a lot of it is locked behind Main Story Mission progression. And that quest chain is long. So if you have friends you want to do that content with, then you might want to look into that. And that quest chain is long.
But that's just if you want access to that (group/multiplayer) content.
If you want to be able to do the Heavensward content, for example with friends, the I believe you have to complete all of the Main Story Missions. All of them. And that takes a lot longer than one would expect.
But you only "have to" do them if you want access to that content.
Like you know, there's plenty else to do in the game...
If you want to level up a lot of combat classes, please note that you get a +50% XP bost if you have one job at lvl 50. I'm sure others know more about how this and other xp boosts work. And while xp boosts might not sound sexy, I kind of like it, especially since I don't have any Main Story Missions to help with the xp when leveling up for the next job mission.
I found this lets me focus on the class story, especially if I don't jump too much between jobs.
Regarding the xp boost, I believe the same is true for Crafting jobs, but there are synergy effects there that makes it very viable (or preferable) to level them up together, or in different order... It's one heck of a rabbit hole.
My tip, enjoy the Archer/Bard story and the Main story missions, while eventually keeping an eye on this linked in the OP, to check and see if there's any content available that you'd like to try out.
(I got some of the stuff unlocked a little later than I would have preferred.)
Scholar looks neato. I think I'd suck as a healer though. 29.5, almost at BLM. Need to work on my damage output, I keep pulling off the tanks.
I'll eventually raid, I always do. You can usually find a slot somewhere if you care enough. I don't think I've ever actually raided with the guild I'm in, that would be nifty though.
There's just so much to DO, I'm digging it. The husband is thinking that he's going to go with a healer class and is reminiscing about how much fun he had as a white mage in XI. I'm not really all that concerned about hitting 50 before the xpac, it'd be nice but I won't be too put out if it doesn't happen. I expect that there will be an influx of new people with the expac and it'll make leveling all that much easier.
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Scholar looks neato. I think I'd suck as a healer though. 29.5, almost at BLM. Need to work on my damage output, I keep pulling off the tanks.
I'll eventually raid, I always do. You can usually find a slot somewhere if you care enough. I don't think I've ever actually raided with the guild I'm in, that would be nifty though.
There's just so much to DO, I'm digging it. The husband is thinking that he's going to go with a healer class and is reminiscing about how much fun he had as a white mage in XI. I'm not really all that concerned about hitting 50 before the xpac, it'd be nice but I won't be too put out if it doesn't happen. I expect that there will be an influx of new people with the expac and it'll make leveling all that much easier.
It's not you, neither of the tank classes/jobs has their "tanking stance" yet (Defiance for WARs at 30/Shield Oath for PLD at 40) and if they're not rotating properly or you're not focusing the same targets, it's pretty easy to pull aggro.
Levelling is going to be easy, but you're going to have a rough time finding groups to do any of the ARR raids at that point. As friendly as GHOST is, I can't imagine with all the goodies that the new expansion will have available, that many people are gonna want to spend time teaching you EX Primals or any of the three Coils if you're into learning them. They can be pretty easily passed up though as the time invested vs. gains isn't going to be great.
Then please elaborate, because it seemed pretty clear on this end of the Internet.
I already did in response to Delph. If you think that is a hardcore raider mentality, you should really try and head to a more populous and progressed server.
And I'm done responding as I'm not into derailing this thread as you seem intent on.
I...don't see how the "hardcore raider mentality" is even relevant to the discussion in the first place.
I'm pretty sure if Elin had bleeding-edge raiding in mind, they would know to prioritize levelling.
Jeebus . . . as a filthy casual myself, I don't see how unlocking content is considered hardcore/bleeding edge.
I understand that there's more (drama) to it than what's posted here, but ... to an outsider it just seems weird.
Anyway, the game has a lot of different content.
I like this game.
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The PS4 Physical Collectors came up on Amazon today. So that's every system except PC at this point.
EDIT: Well it was. Looks like it and the PS3 versions got taken down or sold out.
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Thanks for this. Is there any sort of character wiki that has background info on NPCs? A couple characters get mentioned during the end of the main story and I was wondering if there's any place I could get a summary of who they are. Not just them, I find myself wanting to know more about a tonne of people.
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You should probably get one to 50 and finish out the storyline before 3.0 hits the shelves. This'll take you longer than you think.
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Why is it important that they rush to 50? The expansion isn't going anywhere, it's not like it's going to leave them behind, if they want to take it at their own pace they can. There is no real benefit to rushing through the content before the expansion unless their goal is to be ready by the expansion.
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Yes, enjoy your time in this game. Unlike some MMOs, there is enough great stuff on the way to endgame here, no need to rush it.
The plan was to make a new Mi'qote ninja, but that doesn't seem to be an option...
Bonus Question! What's the secondary class needed for ninja?
I thought you can make a new dude any class and head on over to the rogues guild to make the switch.
Unlock
Prerequisite: You must have completed level 10 class quest for at least 1 Disciples of War or Magic class. You must have unlocked the Armory System.
Location: Rogue's Guild is located in Limsa Lominsa.
Quest: Speak to Lonwoerd in Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks (x8,y16) to obtain the quest So You Want to Be a Rogue.
There are fantasia potions for changing race. You get one as a reward for subbing I believe and can buy more from the mog station.
As I recall regardless of how many people have queued for Frontlines there is still a hardwired 15-30 minute or so, uh, cooldown?
Like if you just finished a Frontline and you and everyone else involved instantly re-queue it will still take 15-30 minutes before it pops.
This is because the rewards for Frontlines are pretty damn good and it only takes like 20 minutes, if that, to complete.
You need to hit level 10 first. Then you are good to go.
Yes, on the Mogstation you can buy a Fantasia ($8 USD?). It allows you to completely re-do your character's appearance. Race/Sex/Looks.
Why would you have more than one character?
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There are some pretty niche reasons (primarily RP considerations, playing on multiple servers, or maximizing Raid loot potential) but generally speaking given that you can do everything in the game on one character there aren't many reasons to have more than one.
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Really? Was there a point to this response? And yes, people do get left behind all the time as is evidenced by the multitude of "Can't get a good group to clear bla bla bla" threads that I see constantly on Reddit. I never said "rush" either, just that there's quite a bit of storyline to get through. If they comfortably finish 2.55 before 3.0, they can relax and work on ARR level synced content while they explore Ishgard.
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If you want to roll a new character rogue, I highly recommend starting as Marauder in Limsa, then picking up all the Disciple of War gear from quests so you have it for leveling the Rogue. When your Marauder hits level 10 (focus on hunting log, quests in Middle La Noscea), go do the level 10 Marauder quest, then go get your rogue!
You should be able to hit level 10 Marauder with only Main Story, Limsa Limosa, and Middle La Noscea quests. Dont' do ANY side quests in Lower La Noscea - those will help you level your rogue! Between Hunting Log, Lower La Noscea, and Rogue quests (plus 50% xp bonus) you should hit level 10 easily enough, maybe a fate or two is needed. Then continue on your merry way to swiftperch and continue the story.
Was there any point to your response other then a counter viewpoint to your hardcore raider mentality is wrong and must stamped out?
And sometimes you just need to express your inner Lalafel.
In GHOST you can still get groups for everything, so I put no stock in anything coming out of reddit. Red Cat and I just got our hands held through Coil 1-5. Didn't beat 5, going to try again soon. The cutting edge is what, coil 13?
chair to Creation and then suplex the Void.
What are you talking about? You've obviously completely misunderstood my intent.
chair to Creation and then suplex the Void.
I already did in response to Delph. If you think that is a hardcore raider mentality, you should really try and head to a more populous and progressed server.
And I'm done responding as I'm not into derailing this thread as you seem intent on.
I...don't see how the "hardcore raider mentality" is even relevant to the discussion in the first place.
I'm pretty sure if Elin had bleeding-edge raiding in mind, they would know to prioritize levelling.
I'm quoting TnT.
If you want to do group content then a lot of it is locked behind Main Story Mission progression. And that quest chain is long. So if you have friends you want to do that content with, then you might want to look into that. And that quest chain is long.
But that's just if you want access to that (group/multiplayer) content.
If you want to be able to do the Heavensward content, for example with friends, the I believe you have to complete all of the Main Story Missions. All of them. And that takes a lot longer than one would expect.
But you only "have to" do them if you want access to that content.
Like you know, there's plenty else to do in the game...
If you want to level up a lot of combat classes, please note that you get a +50% XP bost if you have one job at lvl 50. I'm sure others know more about how this and other xp boosts work. And while xp boosts might not sound sexy, I kind of like it, especially since I don't have any Main Story Missions to help with the xp when leveling up for the next job mission.
I found this lets me focus on the class story, especially if I don't jump too much between jobs.
Regarding the xp boost, I believe the same is true for Crafting jobs, but there are synergy effects there that makes it very viable (or preferable) to level them up together, or in different order... It's one heck of a rabbit hole.
My tip, enjoy the Archer/Bard story and the Main story missions, while eventually keeping an eye on this linked in the OP, to check and see if there's any content available that you'd like to try out.
(I got some of the stuff unlocked a little later than I would have preferred.)
This is getting ridiculous.
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Ugh. I had that issue for a bit myself. Finally got the last minion I wanted though and for the time being, I'm not worried about it.
I'll eventually raid, I always do. You can usually find a slot somewhere if you care enough. I don't think I've ever actually raided with the guild I'm in, that would be nifty though.
There's just so much to DO, I'm digging it. The husband is thinking that he's going to go with a healer class and is reminiscing about how much fun he had as a white mage in XI. I'm not really all that concerned about hitting 50 before the xpac, it'd be nice but I won't be too put out if it doesn't happen. I expect that there will be an influx of new people with the expac and it'll make leveling all that much easier.
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It's not you, neither of the tank classes/jobs has their "tanking stance" yet (Defiance for WARs at 30/Shield Oath for PLD at 40) and if they're not rotating properly or you're not focusing the same targets, it's pretty easy to pull aggro.
Levelling is going to be easy, but you're going to have a rough time finding groups to do any of the ARR raids at that point. As friendly as GHOST is, I can't imagine with all the goodies that the new expansion will have available, that many people are gonna want to spend time teaching you EX Primals or any of the three Coils if you're into learning them. They can be pretty easily passed up though as the time invested vs. gains isn't going to be great.
Jeebus . . . as a filthy casual myself, I don't see how unlocking content is considered hardcore/bleeding edge.
I understand that there's more (drama) to it than what's posted here, but ... to an outsider it just seems weird.
Anyway, the game has a lot of different content.
I like this game.
Issues with the “FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward (Add-On)” Download (May 18)
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EDIT: Well it was. Looks like it and the PS3 versions got taken down or sold out.