Blue Mage Group 1 Merit "Physical Potency"

[Asymptotic]

The Blue Mage group 1 merit "Physical Potency" is actually an increase in accuracy.

This was directly stated by the Dev team at a fanfest interview in 2008:
http://www.onrpg.com/boards/113311.html

Q: What does physical potency merits do for blue mage?
A: It is a simple increase in accuracy for physical magic attacks

I realize that the Japanese version says (物理系青魔法攻撃力 - Physical-system Blue Magic Attack Power), but this might be a good time to request a clarification in the wording in the Japanese version as well.

This game has enough confusing things, and things that could be stated clearly should be stated clearly!

(I'm sure you all are tired from hearing from me by now)

[Susuthamnes]

Hi Asymptotic,

(I'm sure you all are tired from hearing from me by now)

Perish the thought! Rest assured that your devoted efforts to restore clarity and light to the dark reaches of Vana'diel are appreciated by one and all.

While we weren't able to settle this for the most recent patch (as you point out, the ambiguity exists in JP as well), we are in touch with the devs, who will consider possibly (unfortunately I can't make any promises) fixing it down the line.

Once again, we thank you for your vigilance!