Quote Originally Posted by Akiudo View Post
why on earth are people so obsessed with main character deaths as if this is the absolutely only way to get a compelling story ?
Ya, same. My personal opinion is that killing off characters is a very lazy way for writers to try and get an emotional response out of their audience. It’s such an easy and simple thing to do as a writer. I think what takes far more skill is creating compelling character and political dynamics to envoke thoughts and relatable emotions from the audience.

I think that’s why so many people liked Emet-Selch as a villain for example. Because even though he’s a totally messed up, literal fascist, you can understand the pain he’s feeling from what he’s been through. You understand why he’s doing what he’s doing. He’s a character with depth and nuance. He’s a villain you actually understand. And that’s what makes a good character/story arc.

So, to those saying that FFXIV’s story is getting worse just because there’s more periodically light hearted or silly moments than before? I disagree entirely. This new lady (I can’t remember her name) who took over the writing with Shadowbringers onward is infinitely better than the dude before her, and she’s improving the storytelling in this game leaps and bounds.