Greetings, everyone!
FFXI Producer Matsui here.
Alas, we’ll be delivering the FFXI Digest in text format once again.
This version update will mainly focus on aspects that were originally planned for the May version update that couldn’t be implemented due to some tasks being put on a halt.
As a countermeasure against RMT (real-money trading), we set a limit on the number of sparks of eminence and Unity accolades that can be exchanged each week.
While the STF (Special Task Force) have been tracking reported logs and strengthening their enforcement, we determined that it would be effective to also reduce some simple methods of earning gil. This countermeasure will affect regular players to some extent. However, in order to minimize effects on players, we opted to limit the number of points exchanged, rather than remove certain Records of Eminence objectives.
We don’t think this is a perfect solution and will consider adjustments if necessary, so we’d like to hear your opinions on this countermeasure.
Ambuscade will both feature returning enemies, Dullahan and Pteraketos.
We’ve added some new Dullahan-themed rewards, so please look forward to it!
I’d also like to briefly explain the reason for the adjustments made to alter egos.
Certain alter egos used Holy during Divine Emblem to gain enmity; however, after the adjustment to paladin that reduced the recast time of Divine Emblem, we noticed that these alter egos often ran out of MP. To address this, we’ve adjusted AAEV and Rughadjeen to use Flash during Divine Emblem instead. With August, however, we addressed this by improving his MP restoration methods, so he will continue to use Holy as before.
The development and operations team are gradually returning to their usual productivity, and we’re currently in process of preparing for the July version update.
We hope that you continue to enjoy FFXI!