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• Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LX Set for October 9

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  The next Letter from the Producer LIVE will feature the first preview of Patch 5.4!
  
  In the second half of the show, we will be joined by UI Designer Kei Odagiri who will be answering questions from the official forum.

  Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LX

  Date & Time

  Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:00 a.m. (PDT)
  * Starting time is subject to change.

  URL

  * Broadcast URLs will be announced at a later date.
  * Please note that the audio will be available in Japanese only.
  

  Show Details

  • Patch 5.4 Preview Part 1
  • Special Guest: UI Designer Kei Odagiri

  Read on for details.

• Pre-order the New Merch Announced Alongside TGS 2020 Online

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  Presenting a variety of new FINAL FANTASY XIV merchandise debuting alongside Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online. Pre-orders are available now on the Square Enix Store, so don’t miss out!
  
  Read on for details.
  

• Watch the Latest Episode of Duty Commenced

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  The latest episode of the North American Community Team’s Duty Commenced live show has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn’t join the team live this time? No problem! The episode is available to watch below or on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel!
  
  In this episode, the Community Team explored the newest alliance raid, YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse - The Puppets’ Bunker and challenged the 5.3 trial, The Seat of Sacrifice (Extreme). Lastly, they showcased another segment of Community Commendations!
  

  https://sqex.to/LSWvK
  

• End of Ishgardian Restoration Skybuilder Rankings

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  The final tally of scores for the Ishgardian Restoration Skybuilder Rankings will take place on Friday, September 18, 2020 at 2:00 a.m. (PDT).

  Rewards

  Rewards will be sent via moogle delivery service to the players who made it to the top ranks in each class. Learn more about ranking rewards.

  Reward Delivery

  Rewards will be distributed via the moogle delivery service beginning on Wednesday, September 23. Please note that that it may take time before all rewards are delivered. In the event a player enters the rankings with more than one class, they will receive rewards based on their highest ranked class. Furthermore, you cannot receive rewards when your moogle letter box is full.

• Tales from the Shadows Updated!

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  The next installment of Tales from the Shadows is now available for your reading pleasure. Glimpse into an unforeseen future with this endearing tale: An Unpromised Tomorrow.
  
  Read the fourth story.
  
  * Please note that Tales from the Shadows may contain spoilers from the main scenario.
  

• Additional Plots Coming to All Residential Districts

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  At the release of Patch 5.35, wards 22 through 24 will be added to all residential districts. Subdivisions will also be available, resulting in a total of 180 new plots of land for each of the four districts. An apartment building will also be added to each of the new wards and subdivisions.
  
  * Purchasing of plots and relocation of estates is available to both free companies and individual players.
  
  Proceed to the Additional Plots and Purchasing Guide to learn more.
  
  Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida also recently made an announcement regarding additional housing, which you can read for further details.

• Join us for Duty Commenced on September 18!

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  The next installment of Duty Commenced, the North American Community Team’s live show, is set for Friday, September 18! Join us as we check out content from the Patch 5.3 series featuring The Puppets’ Bunker and the all new trial, The Seat of Sacrifice (Extreme)! Of course, no episode is complete without showcasing the latest segment of Community Commendations.
  
  Read on for details.

• Tales from the Shadows Updated!

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  The next installment of Tales from the Shadows is now available for your reading pleasure. Catch a glimpse of life in the time of the ancients with this heartfelt tale: Ere Our Curtain Falls.
  
  Read the third story.
  
  * Please note that Tales from the Shadows may contain spoilers from the main scenario.
  * A total of four new stories are scheduled to be released.

• FINAL FANTASY XIV: SHADOWBRINGERS – EP2 Available for Download!

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  A brand-new downloadable EP featuring songs from Patch 5.3─Reflections in Crystal is now available. Enjoy songs from the conclusion of Shadowbringers and your adventures on the First at your own leisure!

  Tracks Included

  1. Where All Roads Lead
  2. To the Edge
  3. Eternal Wind - Shadowbringers
  4. Watts’s Anvil
  5. And Love You Shall Find
  

  Retailers

  • iTunes
  • Amazon Music

  * Prices may vary according to retailer.
  * This EP is only available as a digital download.
  

• Join Us at Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online September 27

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  This year’s Tokyo Game Show will be held online, and Square Enix will take part with plenty of news to share from Thursday, September 24 to Sunday, September 27.
  
  On Sunday, Yoshi-P will be taking a leisurely trip to a random World on FINAL FANTASY XIV.
  
  Joined by YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse guest creators Yosuke Saito and YOKO TARO, the three will discuss various topics while playing the game.

  A Stroll with Yoshi-P at Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online

  Date & Time

  Sunday, September 27, 2020 from 4:30 a.m. (PDT)

  Where to Watch

  SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS at TGS 2020 Online

  • YouTube Live
  • Niconico Live
  • Twitch

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

  Guests

  • Toshio Murouchi (Global Community Producer, FINAL FANTASY XIV)
  • Yosuke Saito (Producer, NieR Series)
  • YOKO TARO (Director, NieR Series)

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  Proceed to the official Square Enix TGS 2020 page.
  * Please note that the above page is in Japanese.
  

• Ishgardian Restoration Skybuilder Rankings Begin!

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  Take part in the Ishgardian Restoration Skybuilder Rankings for a chance to earn special achievements and titles.

  Ranking Period

  The release of Patch 5.31 until Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 11:00 p.m. (PDT)
  
  Read on for details.

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  View the rankings.

• Patch 5.31 Notes

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  The notes for Patch 5.31 include information on the latest chapter in the Ishgardian Restoration, adjustments to Eden's Verse (Savage), as well as various updates and additions.
  
  * Additional features will be implemented in future updates:
  Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr, Resistance weapons, and Skysteel tools updates are scheduled to be released in Patch 5.35.
  
  Read the patch notes.
  
  * Updated 15/9/2020 8:00 (GMT)
  

• Tales from the Shadows Updated!

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  The next installment of Tales from the Shadows is now available for your reading pleasure. Glimpse the adventures of days gone by through this riveting tale in the First: A Dream Partnership.
  
  Read the second story.
  
  * Please note that Tales from the Shadows may contain spoilers from the main scenario.
  * A total of four new stories are scheduled to be released.

• Patch 5.3-Reflections in Crystal Site Update

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  The special site now includes a closer look at the previously undisclosed trial of Patch 5.3, as well as the new YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse alliance raid and the Ishgardian Restoration.
  
  View the special site.

• Pulse: FINAL FANTASY XIV Remix Album Pre-orders Available Now!

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  The first FINAL FANTASY XIV remix album is coming your way!
  
  Featuring FINAL FANTASY XIV’s most popular tracks, this album contains 14 specially curated arrangements recreated across a variety of genres such as EDM, future bass, house, techno pop, and electro swing.
  
  Furthermore, some of the songs will be available via music streaming services, so be sure to check them out!
  
  Read on for details.
  

• Ishgardian Restoration Rankings Begin in Patch 5.31

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  The ranking period for Ishgardian Restoration will begin with the release of Patch 5.31.

  Ranking Period

  The release of Patch 5.31 until Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 11:00 p.m. (PDT)
  
  Read on for details.

• Watch the Latest Episode of Duty Commenced

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  The latest episode of the North American Community Team’s Duty Commenced live show has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn’t join the team live this time? No problem! The episode is available to watch below or on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel.
  
  In this episode, we celebrated the seven years of FINAL FANTASY XIV with the community, checked out some of the new content from patch 5.3, and announced the winners of “Everything’s on the Line!” Screenshot Contest. Whether you joined us in-game, or simply on-screen, we hope you enjoyed the show!

  https://sqex.to/oCq38

• Skybuilder Ranking Titles/Achievements and Additional Housing

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  Producer and Director Yoshi-P has an announcement regarding skybuilder ranking titles and achievements, and the latest updates on additional housing.
  
  Read on for details.
  

• Tales from the Shadows Updated!

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  To mark the seventh anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of characters central to the plot of Shadowbringers in a continuation of Tales from the Shadows!
  
  Today we invite you pore over the first of four new installments: Small Mercies.
  
  Read the first story.
  
  * Please note that Tales from the Shadows may contain spoilers from the main scenario.
  * A total of four new stories are scheduled to be released.

• New Optional Items Available!

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  A variety of new optional items will be available on the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Thursday, August 27 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Check out the new Dirndl and Bergsteiger outfits, the four-seater chocobo carriage mount, and various items from previous Moonfire Faire and The Rising seasonal events!

  New Optional Items

  

  

  

  

  

  

  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.
  * The sale begins after the maintenance on Thursday, August 27 concludes. Please refer to the News section for updates.