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• Join us for Duty Commenced on August 27!

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  The next episode of Duty Commenced, the North American Community team’s live show, is set for Friday, August 27 and will celebrate the 8th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV with exciting in-game activities and giveaways! We will also be hosting a jump puzzle event in Kugane and fighting alongside (or against!) viewers in Frontline PvP action! Of course, no episode is complete without showcasing the latest segment of Community Commendations.

  Read on for details.

• The Rising Returns August 27!

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  On August 27, FINAL FANTASY XIV marks its eighth anniversary with the Rising. Be sure to join the rest of Eorzea in celebrating this momentous occasion!

  Read on for details.

• Mana Data Center Stress Test and Live Stream Set for August 27

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  In preparation for the release of Endwalker, we will be performing a stress test on the Mana Data Center on Friday, August 27 to verify server stability with the Duty Finder and the overall data center. As this type of test requires the participation of numerous player-controlled characters, we would like to request the assistance of players from the Mana Data Center. Please note that this stress test will not be performed on the North American and European data centers as we have already obtained sufficient data alongside the high levels of activity in recent weeks.
  
  During the stress test, Producer & Director Naoki Yoshida will be providing instructions via live stream, so we ask that you to tune into the stream should you wish to participate.

  Date & Time

  Friday, August 27, 2021 at 4:30 a.m. (PDT)

  Where to Watch

  • YouTube Live
  • Twitch

  * Please note that the audio will be available in Japanese only.

• SHADOWBRINGERS: FINAL FANTASY XIV Original Soundtrack Now Available on Streaming Services!

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  We’re pleased to announce that SHADOWBRINGERS: FINAL FANTASY XIV Original Soundtrack is now available on select streaming services! In addition to the music of the critically acclaimed Shadowbringers expansion pack, the album also includes songs from Patches 4.4 and 4.5, for a total of 88 songs!
  
  Read on for a list of streaming services.
  * Song availability may vary depending on region or streaming service.
  
  Additionally, Death Unto Dawn: FINAL FANTASY XIV Original Soundtrack, the latest soundtrack album featuring 84 songs from the Patch 5.x series, from Patch 5.1, “Vows of Virtue, Deeds of Cruelty,” through Patch 5.5, “Death Unto Dawn,” is set to release on Wednesday, September 15.
  
  Visit the Death Unto Dawn: FINAL FANTASY XIV Original Soundtrack special site for details.
  

• New Optional Items & Limited-time Sale!

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  The Cruise Chaser mount and Moonfire Faire (2020) items will be added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Friday, August 13 around 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Additionally, we will be holding a limited-time sale on Moonfire Faire items, so don’t miss out!

  New Optional Items

  

  

  

  　

  
  

  Moonfire Faire Sale

  

  

  

  

  Sale Period

  Friday, August 13 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Friday, August 27 at 12:00 a.m. (PDT)

  Sale Items

  A selection of items related to the Moonfire Faire

  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.
  
  * The items featured above will be available for purchase after the scheduled maintenance on Friday, August 13 around 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Please visit the News section for detailed maintenance information.

• The Moonfire Faire Begins August 13!

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  A blazing heat sweeps over the land, and as the cities find themselves festooned with decorations, it can only mean the Moonfire Faire is upon us. Rumor has it the event committee has a special surprise in store this year to keep festivalgoers cool—frosty treats that are guaranteed to please and leave any reservations about spending time out in the sun on ice.
  
  Read on for details.

  
  

• The Ultimate FINAL FANTASY XIV Cookbook Arrives November 9!

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  We are pleased to introduce the Ultimate FINAL FANTASY XIV Cookbook from Insight Editions, set to go on sale starting Tuesday, November 9 in bookstores and online!
  
  Featuring favorite flavors from across Hydaelyn and Norvrandt with easy-to-follow instructions, this tome provides numerous tips on how to make the most of the ingredients involved. If you’re interested in experiencing the gastronomical delights Hydaelyn has to offer, you will not want to miss out!
  
  Read on for details.

• Sage Job Icon Design Change

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  The icon for the new sage job coming to the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker expansion will be changed from that which was unveiled on the Endwalker special site.
  
  Read on for the details.
  

• Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXV Digest Released

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  We’re pleased to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXV event digest has been released!
  
  If you weren’t able to watch the live stream, or if you just want to watch it again, be sure to check it out!
  
  Proceed to the thread.

• Regarding the 14-Hour Broadcast “Our Tales of Adventure” Archive

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  The archived footage of the “Our Tales of Adventure” segment from the recent 14-hour broadcast is available to view until Tuesday, August 10. If you have yet to view the archive, now is your last chance!

  Archived Video Availability

  Until Tuesday, August 10

  * The archived video may be removed earlier or later than the scheduled time. If you are interested in watching the segment, we recommend doing so earlier than the date listed above.

  Where to Watch

  • Niconico
  • Twitch

  * Please note that the audio is available in Japanese only.

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  View information for the recently broadcasted 14-Hour Broadcast.

• Notification of EU Data Center Maintenance and a Message for Players

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  We would like to share another brief message from Producer & Director Naoki Yoshida, including information on increased login caps for European data centers and related emergency maintenance.
  
  Read it here.

• New Optional Items & Limited-time Sale!

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  The Oracle’s attire and Consider emote will be added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Wednesday, July 21 around 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Additionally, we will be holding a limited-time sale on Tales of Adventure and various Make It Rain Campaign items, so don’t miss out!

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  Adventure Jump Start + Make It Rain Campaign Sale

  

  

  

  

  Sale Period

  Wednesday, July 21 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Friday, August 13 at 12:00 a.m. (PDT)

  Sale Items

  Tales of Adventure (Main Scenario Progression, One Hero’s Journey, One Retainer’s Journey), as well as a selection of items related to the Make It Rain Campaign

  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.
  * The items featured above will be available for purchase after the scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, July 21 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Please visit the News section for detailed maintenance information.

• Regarding the Growing Player Population and Plans to Alleviate World Congestion

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  We would like to share a brief message from Producer & Director Naoki Yoshida about the recent congestion of World servers and plans for accommodating the growing number of players.
  
  Read it here.

• The Feast Season Twenty Underway!

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  We are proud to announce that the twentieth season of the Feast has begun!

  Ready your weapons and prepare to fight your fellow adventurers fang and claw to climb up the rankings! When the dust settles at the end of the season, players will be rewarded for placements in the bronze, silver, gold, platinum, and diamond tiers, with exclusive prizes for top-ranking players.

  Learn more about the Feast rankings and rewards.

  * Starting tiers and ratings for Season Twenty will be determined by player tiers at the end of the pre-season.

  Learn more about the Feast tiers and ratings.
  

• Patch 5.58 Notes

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  Patch 5.58 brings a number of additions and refinements to the realm, including the power of the Echo in Eden's Promise (Savage), and changes to restrictions in the Tower at Paradigm's Breach.
  
  Read the patch notes.
  

• Watch the Blue Mage Challenge!

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  Before and during the 7th 14-Hour Broadcast, all the community teams from Japan, Europe, and North America were tasked with learning blue mage spells in order to unlock the Inferno Jacket reward for the next Moogle Treasure Trove!

  With the help of many Warriors of Light, each Community team was able to reach their goals!
  You can watch the North American, European, and Japanese Community teams learn all the spells by clicking their respective links!

  * Please note the audio for the Japanese Community team’s broadcast is in Japanese.

• The Feast Season Twenty Coming Soon!

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  The twentieth season of the Feast will commence on Tuesday, July 20, when Patch 5.58 goes live. Top ranking players will receive special rewards, so keep an eye out on the rankings page to see who claws their way to the top!
  
  Initial Season Twenty PvP ratings are determined by pre-season tier placements.
  

  Pre-season Tier		Season 20 Starting Tier and Rating
  Diamond		Gold 1,000
  Platinum		Silver 500
  Gold		Bronze 250
  Silver or lower		None 0

  * If you do not log in during the pre-season, your tier and ranking will be reset.
  
  Read on for details.

• The Make It Rain Campaign Begins July 19

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  The Make It Rain Campaign is back again, giving thrill-seekers the chance to earn 50% more MGP!

  The campaign attendant offers discounts on a range of incredible prizes, such as furnishings that allow you to play Gold Saucer mini-games in the comfort of your estate hall. Join the festivities and rake in the rewards!

  Read on for details.

• Announcing the Endwalker Benchmark Screenshot Campaign!

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  To celebrate the release of the Endwalker benchmark software, we’ll be holding a screenshot campaign. Use the benchmark software and take either one of the following screenshots:

  • Screenshot of the new male Viera character you created using the benchmark software’s character creation.
  • Screenshot of your benchmark score.

  1,400 entrants will be randomly selected globally to receive one in-game item of their choice from Modern Aesthetics – Strife, Scarf of Wondrous Wit, Ahriman Choker, Mandragora Choker, Bluebird Earring, Noble Barding, or Gaelicap!

  Be sure to follow us on one of the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitter accounts (@FF_XIV_EN, @FF_XIV_FR, @FF_XIV_DE, or @FF_XIV_JP) for updates and more.
  

  Read on for more details.

• Endwalker Official Benchmark Available Now!

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  The official benchmark for FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker is now available! Test the limits of your PC while feasting your eyes on the elegant facades of Old Sharlayan, the verdant landscapes of Thavnair, and the battles that await the Scions of the Seventh Dawn.

  This benchmark uses updated scoring criteria to account for the increase in multiplayer content and provide a more accurate evaluation of how your computer will perform when running the latest version of the game. A character creation tool is also included, featuring the highly anticipated male Viera.

  Make sure to check it out and prepare for the epic journey that is Endwalker!

  • Download the official benchmark.
  • Check out the system requirements for Endwalker.

  Never fear, Warriors of Light playing on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, or Mac! The benchmark trailer is also available for you to enjoy!

  To celebrate the release of the benchmark, we’re holding a screenshot campaign! Post a screenshot of your benchmark score or a male Viera you’ve made with the character creator, and be entered to win an in-game item!

  More details are available here.