Final Fantasy XI

Ni-ban Neko · Post by **Ni-ban Neko** » Sun Aug 08, 2004 4:47 pm

Starscream and I just started playing FFXI this week, and we are having a blast with it.

Does anyone else play?

As for my character info:

Name/Server: Zylle/Bismarck
Race: Tarutaru
Job: White mage, Lv. 6

ChillerXZ · Post by **ChillerXZ** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:15 am

I just got that game! And as I post this reply i am currently running the FFXI updates ^^ I hope its cool ^^ hopefully I'll get to play it before its too late tonight ^^

Starscream · Post by **Starscream** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 11:02 am

Guess I should post too, seeing as I DO play it and all >_>...

Name: Magaroja
Server: Bismarck
Race: Mithra
Job: Red Mage Lv. 8

ChillerXZ · Post by **ChillerXZ** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:38 pm

Well, I got my account and everything setup now and ran through all the updates so heres my character status:

Name: ChillerXZ
Server: Ramuh
Race: Hume
Job: Warrior Lv. 5

Post by **AnimeGuru0** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 1:12 pm

Here's the thing. I am interested in getting this game, but is it really worth the 100 bucks? Is the recurring fee really worth it? I'm very wary to get this game. I'm not sure I'll like the MMORPG atmosphere either.

Does it have a story? That's why I play RPGs, for their stories. Or is it just a "MY ELF IS WAY STRONGER THAN YOUR ELF.......DIE!" type of deal? Suggestions? Comments?

Ni-ban Neko · Post by **Ni-ban Neko** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 5:26 pm

I think it's worth it. I'm not a MMORPG player at all, but I am really, really enjoying FFXI. It doesn't have a RPG story per se, but there are story bits and pieces here and there, and Squeenix gives you ample opportunity to pick up on what story is there.

There is the occasional annoying newbie, but I've found most players that I've run across to be very courteous.

If you do decide to play, Bob, let us know - we'll try to get you a Worldpass. With that, you can create your character on the same server as David and I, and we can play together.

Post by **Tiff** » Mon Aug 09, 2004 6:59 pm

AnimeGuru0 wrote:
Does it have a story? That's why I play RPGs, for their stories. Or is it just a "MY ELF IS WAY STRONGER THAN YOUR ELF.......DIE!" type of deal? Suggestions? Comments?

*Nodsnods* I think that's why most MMORPG's don't interest me....that' susually how they seem to me. o_o;

Death_2004 · Post by **Death_2004** » Wed Aug 11, 2004 6:12 pm

I play a lot of these types of games and the thing is you will find people that are like that and it kind of destroys the fun but there more people that are different. The best part of these games are the fact that it is human interaction.

Usagi04 · Post by **Usagi04** » Wed Aug 11, 2004 9:56 pm

ChillerXZ wrote:I just got that game! And as I post this reply i am currently running the FFXI updates ^^ I hope its cool ^^ hopefully I'll get to play it before its too late tonight ^^

The game itself looks pretty fun, but is seems confusing to me with everything you have to do. I've never played a MMORPG, just regular RPG's. You'll have to show me again, the next time you play it.

Sailor Moon · Post by **Sailor Moon** » Thu Aug 12, 2004 7:56 pm

I'm getting Final Fantasy XI. I own every other Final Fantasy game out and I will get XI. I am so excited.

Post by **AnimeGuru0** » Thu Aug 12, 2004 11:28 pm

Ni-ban and Starscream (and others who own the game):

Can you describe to me how the gameplay is, what the purpose or goal of the game is, etc? Is this a game that has a finite end, or one of those games that goes on indefinately? Is it worth the recurring billing? I want to know if it's worth my money (since it is a rather hefty purchase).

Starscream · Post by **Starscream** » Fri Aug 13, 2004 8:59 am

Bob:

For the most part, the game play is NOTHING like previous Final Fantasy's (Fantasies?). Battles are initiated by encountering monsters you see on the world or dungeon map; in the beginning, most monsters are passive, so you need to approach them and engage them in battle, which, unless you have a party with you, will be a one-on-one battle. There are agressive monsters out there, however, that will approach and attack you if they're close enough; this can be a pain if you're fighting a monster already and don't have anyone nearby to help you out. There is no turn-based attacking, per se; rather, if you choose to attack the enemy, you will do so continuously unless you cast a magic spell (which merely interrupts your attack) or you disengage and try to run from the enemy. Gil dropping is next to null in this game, however; you make your money mostly by selling off the spoils you get from battle, or participating in quests (more below).

Aside from leveling, you can also improve the skills you have with weapons, shields, and magics by using them over and over again (the exception is shields and parrying, which will increase whenever your character randomly blocks an attack). There are also quests and missions you undertake to improve your "fame" and rank, which eventually lets you purchase items at shops for cheaper than normal prices. These quests can also reward you with nice amounts of gil, or some hard to come by items or equipment.

There is no set "goal" in most ORPGs; rather, the game is quite open-ended, with a general backstory to it that drives the different kingdoms and their actions. Much of the "story", if you can even call it that, comes from the missions you undertake for your kingdom in order for it to become the top kingdom among the three that constitute this world.

As for if it's worth it...that all depends on if you plan on playing this game on a regular basis. You would pay either $50 or $100 (give or take) depending on what system you'd play it on, then $13 a month to access the game's servers. Since I play roughly once every two days, this approximates to $1 a day of playing, which I think is quite a bargain. Really, however, much of the fun in this game comes from joining up into parties with friends and taking out high-level baddies to advance your level and progress the "story", so to speak. If you think you have that kind of time and commitment, it's definitely worth the money; however, if you don't think you'll be playing more than once a week, I would honestly reconsider getting the game.

Sailor Moon · Post by **Sailor Moon** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 6:11 pm

I'm getting FFXI very soon! It costs a lot more then the other FF games do if you count the amount you'd pay in all. Having bought every Final Fantasy game, I can safely say that FFXI is one of the most expensive FF games.

Lucied · Post by **Lucied** » Wed Aug 25, 2004 1:46 am

Also an FFXI player

Name: Sether
Server: Lakshmi
Job: 30 White Mage/15 Black Mage (aspiring to be a summoner though)

The thing I really like about FFXI as opposed to other MMORPGs is that you can get really immersed in it. The cities in the game are really cool looking, and the music fits them perfectly. You could go sit in Windurst and be at total peace. They kinda need more equipment alternatives though, at the beginning everyone's characters look the same =\

Ni-ban Neko · Post by **Ni-ban Neko** » Wed Aug 25, 2004 8:24 pm

Lucied: I'm aspiring to be a summoner too, after level 30. Right now I'm LV9 WHM, and I may go the WHM/RDM route down the road. I like being the healer. ^^

I've been really tempted to make a second character, and if I do, it'll likely be a Mithra BLM.

Ni-ban Neko · Post by **Ni-ban Neko** » Fri Aug 27, 2004 6:01 am

Sorry about the double post, but I have a bit of advice for anyone who's pondering purchasing FFXI: take a look at one of the strategy guides first. The Fall 2003 version is more new-player friendly than the Spring 2004 guide, IMO, but both of them have a nice section at the beginning that explains what you can expect early on, and they have great advice on character creation and what's best for what you want to do.

Post by **Tiff** » Fri Aug 27, 2004 11:48 am

Ni-ban Neko wrote:Sorry about the double post, but I have a bit of advice for anyone who's pondering purchasing FFXI: take a look at one of the strategy guides first.

It's two days later, Jenny-Bunny, and about something new, so it's not technically a double post =D

And damn it. You and Dave are like those people addicted to EverCrack. *taps foot and crosses arms*

Ni-ban Neko · Post by **Ni-ban Neko** » Wed Sep 01, 2004 8:51 pm

I would just like to state that linked monsters really bite. Especially when they aren't normally aggressive. >.<

Linking works like this:

Monster A and Monster B are in the same area.

You start fighting Monster A.

Monster B decides to help his buddy out and start whacking you, too.

For WHMs like me, this generally means instant death. >.<

Slrjoecool · Post by **Slrjoecool** » Mon Sep 06, 2004 4:32 pm

Ok, I have to vent on something....

YOU ALL GOT ME HOOKED ON THIS GAME!!

(Not that that's a bad thing ^__^;;;)

I'm currently a Level 4 Black Mage, named Notein. I have no idea what server I'm on, because I didn't pay much attention to it...

ParaKiss_Groupie · Post by **ParaKiss_Groupie** » Mon Sep 06, 2004 6:06 pm

I'm curious about the game... Does anyone play it on a laptop? That's all I have, so before I get it, I'd like to know how well it plays before I shell out the $50.