Freshly Picked Vana'diel 16 Digest

Mog Gardens

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Originally Posted by Akihiko_Matsui

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*The video shows off screenshots of the monster rearing area and new monsters.

We’ve increased the maximum monster rearing rank to three. When reaching rank 3, you’ll be able to access a new portion of the Mog Gardens specifically for monster rearing. This area will allow you to raise multiple monsters at the same time.

We’ve also added new monsters that can be rasied, notably colibris!

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New Trust Alter Egos

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Originally Posted by Akihiko_Matsui

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*The video shows off screenshots of Arciela and Chacharoon.

We’ve added two new alter egos: Arciela and Chacharoon.

Arciela is a support-type alter ego and she was made based on how she moves during Adoulin missions. In terms of special characteristics, she will switch between two different modes and also has intelligence that prioritizes the support of the player who summoned her. This intelligence will be expressed through a system where your reputation with her will change through Adoulin missions.

As for Chacharoon, you’ll be able to summon him by taking part in monster rearing.

Since he is a Qiqirin child, we wanted to put this to use and created new, original abilities that are based on the idea that a child is using them. He’ll fight using the adorable wooden stick he always carries, so be sure to summon him!

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Quality-of-Life Adjustments

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Originally Posted by Akihiko_Matsui

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We’ve eased up on the real-world time constraints for certain quests.

Additionally, we’ve also reduced the party member requirements for certain content such as Campaign Ops so that players can enjoy this content solo when they are not able to gather a party together.

Furthermore, we added the much asked for feature to have separate chat log windows side-by-side. You’ll also be able to select what is displayed in each window based on the chat color category.

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Campaigns and Events

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Originally Posted by Akihiko_Matsui

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*Fortuna from the marketing team joins to introduce on-going and upcoming campaigns.

• Mog Bonanza exchange period
  Mog Bonanza marbles can be exchanged until Thursday, March 5. If you haven’t done so already, please make sure to do so quickly.
  
  The orchestrion music that was added as rank 3 and 4 prizes can only be obtained through Mog Bonanza, so if you were lucky enough to land the numbers for these ranks please consider choosing these items.
  
  
• March Login Campaign
  At long last the alter ego for Mayakov will finally be available through the March Login Campaign.
  
  During the Wings of the Goddess missions Mayakov only wielded a single weapon, but brought out his second weapon when the going got tough, so we created his alter ego to dual wield based on this hidden trait. Additionally, he’ll utilize his trademark ability from the missions, so look forward to this new alter ego!

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Conclusion

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Originally Posted by Akihiko_Matsui

The February version update ushered in various changes and additions, as well as brand-new battle content. I hope you all try it out and provide your feedback on the forums.

We’ll be introducing the content for the March version update on topics, so please look forward to reading about it!

See you all in the next Freshly Picked Vana’diel!

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