Kwisatz_Haderach,

We’re sorry that you are finding our login process unsatisfactory, however it was implemented for the security of all accounts, and for the well-being of the forums. By making the requirement to posting on the FINAL FANTASY XIV Forums be that you’re actually playing FINAL FANTASY XIV, we ensure that the discussions remain focused on that topic, and not sidetracked by those with no real interest in our game, or a more malicious interest.

As for whether or not posting on the forums will trigger the new security measures that have been put into place on SQUARE ENIX Accounts, please keep in mind that SQUARE ENIX Accounts that use a security token will never have their logins restricted.