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it shouldn't be "cape," no, but we should have a "back" option, much like FFXI had. You could wear mantles, capes and such. Also...in regards to your superhero comment...many many adventurers wear capes. Have you ever played Golden Sun, Fire Emblem, ANY early FF, or really any other good fantasy game? Most of the adventurers in these games had a cape or mantel of some sorts.
I realize there were capes in FFXI, but they were not visible. FFXIV has made it a point to make all of your gear visible, even your rings. I just don't think capes would fit the art direction in this game.