FFXI Races in FFXIV pictures New

[Max™]

Not picking the race with the lowest fucking base Str and HP this time... dammit.

If the male elves don't run weirdly and look awkward, I'll consider it, otherwise it's sexy elf bitch powers activate!

[Rogan]

I can already see names like
Lalagaga
Lalaboga
Lalawawa
Lalahaha
Laladarkness
Lalamage
Lalaknight
Lalacum
Lalataru
Lalalala
Lalalalalalalalalala
Lalaweee
Lalaheee
Lalasooooo

etc

You're forgetting the names that go without saying:
Lalasephiroth
Lalaxsepherothx
Lalatiduscloud
Lalickmyballs.

[Kilhart]

I'm naming my falafel Taru.

[Akiyama]

Elvaan Male here I come.

[Eratosthenes]

That crafting path had better have FFV-style Alchemist in there.

[richardd]

Elvaan Male here I come.

Not picking the race with the lowest fucking base Str and HP this time... dammit.

If the male elves don't run weirdly and look awkward, I'll consider it, otherwise it's sexy elf bitch powers activate!

TEAM ELVAAN BABY

aka team sexy! lets get this going! 14 has no idea whats coming to them

[Redflame]

hopefully will see more people picking female elvs.

[Kaisha]

You know, as much as I love the visual upgrade, a part of me is going to die when FFXIV's "Dynamis" ends up running just as shitty as it did in FFXI on the PS2 because of the visuals being pushed a bit hard for the system from the get-go.

I can't see PS3's GPU pumping 30+ models at that detail with a consistent 30fps.

[Elcura]

Will probably pick Mithra again, because I hate change - though I guess we'll see what else comes out. A surprising amount of people are complaining about silly little things though. After sleeping on it, I looked backed at the full body taru pictures and they looked alright. Like one poster said, they'll probably grow on you (unless you hated tarus already).

Anyway, thanks Elmer for the translation. Anyone else get the feeling that the new minority mithra race is subject to racism? Like they're stealing all our jobs and illegal immigrants etc

[Chantal]

Will probably pick Mithra again, because I hate change - though I guess we'll see what else comes out. A surprising amount of people are complaining about silly little things though. After sleeping on it, I looked backed at the full body taru pictures and they looked alright. Like one poster said, they'll probably grow on you (unless you hated tarus already).

Anyway, thanks Elmer for the translation. Anyone else get the feeling that the new minority mithra race is subject to racism? Like they're stealing all our jobs and illegal immigrants etc

I don't mind as long as they have men.

[luciferu]

*** RACES ***

Hyuran
Most prolific race in Eorzea. They migrated from nearest islands and continents, taken with them their technology. The Hyurans are split up into two big groups according to their geographic localisation: inhabitants from low-lands and high-lands. Their cultures and languages are numerous.

Elzen
This race is native from Eorzea. They clashed with the Hyuran after the latter's massive migration. Their auditory ability is noteworthy.

Roegadyn
Most live in the northern sea on fishing. Some of them are hired as mercenaries or bodyguards by other races, but the other ones prefer to go towards the sea and choose to become pirates.

Lalafell
This race of farmers is above all settled near the southern sea. The Lalafells may appear to be small but their intelligence is superior to the other races. It seems there aren't many women.

Miqo'te
This minority race in Eorzea splits up into two big groups: sun seekers and moon guardians. Most of them are dreadful hunters. Men are extremely rare.


Differences between races is rather minor but differences between genders will be more important.

Character Customization will be more complete: possibility to change face, skin, color of eyes and hair, etc




*** AREAS ***

In the region of Eorzea, there're three big towns: Uldaha in the desert, Gridania in the forest, and Rimsa-Rominsa in the seaside. There're pirates in the latter one. Developers promise to give a story to each inhabitant of these towns. Money is gils.




*** TIME/WEATHER ***

Weather changes.
Day-Night cycle.
1 day Eorzea = 1 hour Earth



*** GAME SYSTEM ***

Game system is named "Armory System", it depends on character's equipment. To change play style, you need to change equipment parts: this modification is executed in real time.

For example, if you're invited to join a team of warriors to fight the enemies, you only need to wear the corresponding equipment to be ready. Once the party disbanded, you only need to change equipment to come back as a crafter, fisherman, etc.

This freedom will make the solo play easier since a warrior who wants to be cured can change into a healer himself. Thereof the number of inventory's slots is more important than FFXI. The developers thought about an easier way to change equipment.

To get more powerful in each specifications, it is advised to balance out the equipment parts between them. In FFXIV, the equipment's level is essential, even more than the character's level itself. The developers insist once again on the huge freedom of this system wherer change can be made whenever. That's probably why the name of the jobs are more neutral than FFXI. The game's team has deliberately chosen to avoid the usual job class.





*** BATTLE ***

Fights are in real-time although te developers point out they won't be the "action" type.
In FFXIV, fights won't be only target and engage the enemy! You'll need to think to other parameters but no more details yet. (the magical barrier in the trailer?)

The items' resistance will be reduced through their use.






*** GUILDS & MISSIONS ***

In FFXIV, guilds delivers licences/permits to players. These illustrated (and beautiful?) cards match with the missions the character has to fulfill. The players will be able to share these permits (having the card or not) and even decide on the number of persons who can participate to the mission.

The game will be irrevelant to the level of each players but some permits can't be obtained before a definite level. These tasks would take 30min~ to be fulfilled, even if some of them will be shorter. Of course, you can carry several permits at the same time.

Those missions will have different and various goals: monster hunting, enemies' raid, skill ups... These operations are called "etherites" (?) and will allow you to be instantly teleported to the specified area.

More info to come.

[Trocian]

Those missions will have different and various goals: monster hunting, enemies' raid, skill ups... These operations are called "etherites" (?) and will allow you to be instantly teleported to the specified area.

Assault missions to skillup :O

[SamanosukeShiva]

nice, thanks for posting

[Wintermute]

lalafellandnowicantgetup

I'm slowly getting more and more excited about this game. Really want to see the job system at work in a video.

[akoru]

I imagine there are going to be a lot of pale-skinned players doing the whole "IMA VAMPIRE" persona and Twilight names and such.

[Dimmauk]

*** RACES ***

Hyuran
Most prolific race in Eorzea. They migrated from nearest islands and continents, taken with them their technology. The Hyurans are split up into two big groups according to their geographic localisation: inhabitants from low-lands and high-lands. Their cultures and languages are numerous.

Elzen
This race is native from Eorzea. They clashed with the Hyuran after the latter's massive migration. Their auditory ability is noteworthy.

Roegadyn
Most live in the northern sea on fishing. Some of them are hired as mercenaries or bodyguards by other races, but the other ones prefer to go towards the sea and choose to become pirates.

Lalafell
This race of farmers is above all settled near the southern sea. The Lalafells may appear to be small but their intelligence is superior to the other races. It seems there aren't many women.

Miqo'te
This minority race in Eorzea splits up into two big groups: sun seekers and moon guardians. Most of them are dreadful hunters. Men are extremely rare.


Differences between races is rather minor but differences between genders will be more important.

Character Customization will be more complete: possibility to change face, skin, color of eyes and hair, etc




*** AREAS ***

In the region of Eorzea, there're three big towns: Uldaha in the desert, Gridania in the forest, and Rimsa-Rominsa in the seaside. There're pirates in the latter one. Developers promise to give a story to each inhabitant of these towns. Money is gils.




*** TIME/WEATHER ***

Weather changes.
Day-Night cycle.
1 day Eorzea = 1 hour Earth



*** GAME SYSTEM ***

Game system is named "Armory System", it depends on character's equipment. To change play style, you need to change equipment parts: this modification is executed in real time.

For example, if you're invited to join a team of warriors to fight the enemies, you only need to wear the corresponding equipment to be ready. Once the party disbanded, you only need to change equipment to come back as a crafter, fisherman, etc.

This freedom will make the solo play easier since a warrior who wants to be cured can change into a healer himself. Thereof the number of inventory's slots is more important than FFXI. The developers thought about an easier way to change equipment.

To get more powerful in each specifications, it is advised to balance out the equipment parts between them. In FFXIV, the equipment's level is essential, even more than the character's level itself. The developers insist once again on the huge freedom of this system wherer change can be made whenever. That's probably why the name of the jobs are more neutral than FFXI. The game's team has deliberately chosen to avoid the usual job class.





*** BATTLE ***

Fights are in real-time although te developers point out they won't be the "action" type.
In FFXIV, fights won't be only target and engage the enemy! You'll need to think to other parameters but no more details yet. (the magical barrier in the trailer?)

The items' resistance will be reduced through their use.






*** GUILDS & MISSIONS ***

In FFXIV, guilds delivers licences/permits to players. These illustrated (and beautiful?) cards match with the missions the character has to fulfill. The players will be able to share these permits (having the card or not) and even decide on the number of persons who can participate to the mission.

The game will be irrevelant to the level of each players but some permits can't be obtained before a definite level. These tasks would take 30min~ to be fulfilled, even if some of them will be shorter. Of course, you can carry several permits at the same time.

Those missions will have different and various goals: monster hunting, enemies' raid, skill ups... These operations are called "etherites" (?) and will allow you to be instantly teleported to the specified area.

More info to come.

Thanks luciferu, great info!

Alot of differances so far in this game, which is interesting to me. I'm excited.

[Thiefami]

I really love the look of the characters, can't wait to see in game action. I wonder if this game will be a bit more serious overall than ffxi

[Shuichi]

Can't wait to hear more details. I'm getting pumped up! I really like the idea of being to change classes on the fly.

[Buttons]

Differences between races is rather minor but differences between genders will be more important.

O.o" Hope this doesn't mean everyone will be male or female of a certain race because it gives better stats...

[Thiefami]

lol i wonder why it would matter to anyone why someone chose a certain gender, you pick races because of stats(some pick it for aesthetic purposes) why would it matter if the race was female or male if you're that against going female you could always go male and vice versa