Quote Originally Posted by MonsieurVerde View Post
Considering anyone can use Resurrect and Raise why would we need Phoenix Downs that badly? Besides to possibly save time if someone dies mid combat.
As I mentioned before, you might find yourself in a situation where no one has CON high enough to have a raise spell. Furthermore, because it would be an item instead of a spell, it wouldn't be susceptible to silence. And as others have stated, simply making them might be a good goal for crafters.