Quote Originally Posted by Colorful View Post
No, FFXIV is not in Vana'diel, entirely separate. They made the current races similar to FFXI races to make it easier for FFXI players to transition over to a new game, while having a sense of familiarity. That's a legitimate reason for it, Viera on the other hand would serve no purpose but to appeal to those who want to turn FFXIV into Final Fanservice Online.
Ok, Miqo'te was fanservice for XI (This isn't Vana'diel). Just about everything in xiv now is fanservice. Gold Saucer (This isn't Midgar), the witch from FF1 (This isn't Melmond), The lalafell with the cat ear hoodie, Krille (This isn't FF5), Lightning appearing (do I even have to). Adding a Viera wouldn't even change anything but add more lore and a new species to the mix. Turn ffxiv into fanservice? Too late. Now find another reason.