FFXIV Survey

[HakuroDK]

Hey folks! So there's a lot of threads out there in GD. Many are complaint threads, others are suggestion threads, and others still are threads filled with some pretty toxic polarization!

So how about we have a discussion about FFXIV and our favorite stuff from the game? I'll ask a series of questions (which I will also answer myself at a later date) and I invite you folks to write your own answers. You can even write questions to ask the community and I may well add them to the list! Here we go!

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?

[Gralna]

Wow, that's a lot of questions, lets see here....

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?

-Gralna Kelgor, been my MMO main for 14 years. Kelgor was the divine deity of my favorite class in Dark Age of Camelot. Gralna was the name I came up with after a few hours of trying to find a feminine name that sounded strong.

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

-Hellsguard Roegadyn, fits with the tough physical persona of past incarnations of her. Chose Hellsguard cause last incarnation was a bestial race and their black tipped nose was on homage to that.

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

-Monk, she's always been a hand to hand fighter. Nothing like beating the most dangerous threats to your world, with your bare fists.

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?

-Immortal Flames, was her starter city, plus not a big fan of forests or the sea.

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?

-Relic, always go for weapon designed to represent the class/job.

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?

-Demolish, use toadskin leg guards for glamour and with those massive legs and spiked guards, ouch.

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?

-The Black Order, it's a small casual Free Company and am good friends with one of the officers.

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?

-I'll just link her lodestone page, Gralna Kelgor

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?

-No, she grew up an orphan in the wilds.

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?

-6'3" light reddish skin, short black hair with deep red streaks, one eye is golden the other is whited out. Black lips/nose to pay reference to her bestial origins. She likes to wear loose clothes that don't inhibit her motions, and doesn't really have a sense of modesty, only practicality.

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?

-She's has a rather blunt personality, not one to play social games of subtext, she either thinks you're her friend, don't matter or are her enemy. She likes seeing people work together and help those unable to help themselves, she dislikes corruption and manipulation, she only fears being weak, being able to be around friends without any worries, a friend in distress and nothing she can do, strong oppressing the weak.

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?

-Yep, kind of long and would most likely lead to a short novel, short summary. Orphan, doesnt know parents, grew up wandering the wilds, learned of the diety Kelgor and became his champion, was brought to Eorzea.

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Coerthas, always like snowy Tundras. East Shroud, hate thick forests.

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-My personal room, built it to suit my tastes. Revenant's Toll, too crowded and noisy.

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Praetorium, Gralna likes big boom! Aurum Vale, so many aoes and hazards.

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Market Board outside my FC's house, easy access and quite. Limisa Lominsa Market Boards, super crowded and noisy.

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Use to be Nashu, always loved the imbecile's sidekick. Now though, it is Moenbryda, strong and smart, witty, and able to turn Urianger into a stuttering pile of nerves. Kobold Beast Tribe leader, I've heard of being scared, but this guy makes the cowardly lion look like William Wallace.

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Not really the leader, but Raubahn. Fought his way up from a slave, to be leader of the nations military, he knows how his people suffer and is thus uncorruptable. Kan-e-senna(sp?), she just seems to have no emotion to me, basically like she is just the voice of the elements.

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Moenbryda, as stated earlier. Urianger, while I think his english voice actor is great, Urianger himself isn't really fleshed out enough for me to form a solid opinion of, and thus seems rather dull as a character.

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Garuda, she seems like an evil version of Gralna. Leviathan, his story felt rushed and didn't have much depth to it.

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Diabolos, love the arena, the mechanics and opening/closing cinematics. Storymode Halatali, boss is just an Ogre...

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Answers, gives a real feeling of how desperate the heroes are. Sylphlands music, creepy/happy sound leaves me confused.

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Garuda's, love the strong chords. Titan, while I love the guitar work, the drums and the shouting make it seem too tribal for my tastes.

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Coerthas, has a sound of regal desolation to it. Sylphlands, as stated above.

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Never really listened to any close enough to really tell a difference, plus after a few playthrough I tend to mute music and listend to pandora.

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?

-Pretty much just try to get highest quality I can with optimal framerate, like game to look good.

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?

-Play with dual monitors, so sometimes if i'm watching a video I'll mute sounds. Otherwise I like to listen to cutscenes in Japanese.

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?

-Gamepad, started playing on PS3 in phase 4 beta, finished updating my tower around February. By then I'd gotten so use to playing with a controller I couldn't play on keyboard/mouse.

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?

-Was looking forward to Dark Knight as dps, with that shot down, not really looking for any particular since monk will always be my main.

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?

-I'd like to visit a volcanic wasteland, those always give me the feeling of being in a truly evil place.

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?

-I'd like for the Via Infinito from X-2. A near endless duty with random arrangements and enemies in each floor, but gets harder and harder the more rooms you clear. Always enjoyed those kinds of challenges, from the Via Infinito itself, to the Hell Tower in Onimusha 2.

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?

-Not really that many iconic sets in FF universe I'd like personally, maybe Fang's gear? Already love glamours I'm currently using.

[Firepower]

This is an interesting topic as it reminds me of the survey Yoshi did way back before 2.0, in fact I think they should do a new one to see what direction they are headed in.

For reference this was the old survey they did

http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/46535

http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/t...X-(06-04-2012)

[Yamimarik]

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?
My characters name is "Marik Destiel". Marik, is a name even before I knew what YuGiOh was, and I'll never forget when Battle City came on for the first time and I saw when they revealed Marik and his name being that and I was like "HEY! I use that name in a lot of games I play hahaha!" It's been so many years, I really don't remember where I first saw the name, but it stuck with me. Destiel is the OTP of Dean and Castiel from SPN. They're my OTP <3 and I love the name Destiel so much it had to be my surname.

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?
It is Hyur, it was the race I personally believed had the most choices when it came to making Marik who I truly wanted him to be!

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?
It used to be SMN, because SMN has been my favorite job in every Final Fantasy it has appeared in until now... just my personal opinion obviously, SMN just isn't SMN in this game, it's a DoT mage, and I don't like playing a DoT mage. So, thanks to the introduction to an actual DPS NIN (unlike XI) I've started maining NIN now, and I'm so happy I've found a job I really enjoy now!

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?
Well I had to go with the GC of the nation I started in which was Gridania! Twin Adders <3, I love them so much (mostly b/c they remind me of Windurst) and that place used to be my home <3

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?
Hmm... well I actually don't glamor weapons except on my WAR atm (can't find any good daggers I like just yet) and I used the Allagan Axe, it's still one of my favorite axes in the game My entire WAR outfit it sorta geared around that axe.

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?
Well since I main NIN now, I guess that would be my Ninjutsu, which is a blast to use! Adds depth I personally like to the job.

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?
Yes he is, our name is CrescentFresh <<FRESH>>. Well I actually followed some of my fellow Seraphians from XI to the server Hyperion when I came to XIV:ARR, and unfortunately they eventually split up, I had met the core FRESH members in Garuda StoryMode as I went through it and they really liked me so they invited me to their LS, they were in a different FC themselves at the time, and when they broke off from them and started their own FC, and I was FCless basically, they gave me home I'm so glad I finally found <3

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?
Marik hails from another dimension actually, he was transported to Eorzea from Vana'diel by Atomos! There is an actual whole back story I wrote for Marik's transition from Vana'diel to Eorzea can be found below, posting the link there.

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?
Since he's originally from Vana'diel, all his blood family are still back in that dimension, but he's made quite the new friends so close to him, they are his new family here in Eorzea! <3

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?
Well I actually based some of Marik's looks obviously from my XI character as well as some of my own irl features as well, I like to put a piece of me into characters I create when I play games with such extensive options. He isn't modest at all lol, he loves being light and breezie when ever battle calls! He doesn't like being weighed down by too much armor, plus he likes the attention sometimes it garners from the fellas!

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?
Marik is very much happy and very sweet dis-positioned, he only gets angry or infuriated when you've hurt someone that he loves, sometimes he's very shy and timid around new people. He LOVES magic, and still dabbles in it as often as he can even if he loves breaking out his daggers and axe to go slay something. He's mostly afraid of being alone, probably he worst fear, that and spiders!(I will admit I'm an arachnophobic irl too haha). He's mostly only sad if he's alone, or someone hurts the ones he loves. Again, only really gets angry if you hurt the people he is close to, and if you throw spiders on him!

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?
He does! I'll post the link again here too: Go to bottom of the page, open the HB up! Enjoy!

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Coerthas I just LOVE LOVE LOVE snowy places!!! <3 My least favorite would probably be Outer La Noscea, only in the mines area of that place, I know it fits the lore of the Kolbolds, but I hate the smog and stuff there.

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Either A.)My FC house, B.)Coerthas up near that peak that overlooks Ishgard, or C.) Costa Del Sol. They're just very relaxing to me. Meh, I really don't have many least favorite spots.

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
The Howling Eye and Akh Afah Amphitheatre because... Shiva and Garuda are my favorite fights in the whole game!!! DOS BOOTYS! <3. My least favorite place is Castrim Meridium lol.

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Probably Limsa, feels like the place to shop!

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
My favorite NPC(s) are actually Jacke and Oboro, they're just so cute! And their reactions with Marik during the storyline was just so point on! If we could romance NPCs it would be those two so much! Honorable mentions: Nanamo, Cid, Dogga & Unei, Yshtola, Yda & Papalymo! I don't think I really have a lea.... wait a minute! That butthead Teledji Adeledji, I really dislike him atm!!

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Have to give it up to my leader of my home nation! Kenna-E San <3

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Minfilia! I feel her strength to lead the scions into the future and into the right direction is always inspiring! Her ability to love and trust is also so astounding! Not really least favorite, more like annoying at times is Alphinaud, he gets too cocky sometimes for his own good...

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
SHIVA! because her story and herself is amazing!!!!!!!!! THERE IS NO LEAST FAVORITE PRIMALS! PRIMAL WORLD DOMINATION!

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
It would once again be Shiva!!!!! Least favorite, that guy in CapeWestwind, too short of a fight, very much not memorable, ugh spam for Nexus lights -.-

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Well Shiva's opening theme for sure, definitely Pharos Siris whole theme, Garuda's theme, and Good King Moggle Mog XII's theme! Don't really have a least fave.

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
See above ^

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
The song that plays in Aleport.

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
See first question

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?
Highest you can on PS4. Because it's pretty

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?
All teh sounds, music, noises! I love my atmosphere!

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?
PS4 controller and Keyboard. Because I like controllers.

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?
For the love of the twelve can we please get Dancer, Red Mage, and Blue Mage up in here please!!!!!! Because they're some of my favorite jobs through out the FF series.

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?
Some of the places in Coerthas you got to go to in 1.0, I'd love to see what they look like now!

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?
Hmmm.... going to another world (Like Tera in IX) or maybe something like the Via Infinito from FFX-2! They were highlights for me for those games, and I'd love to see what they could do with them over here in Eorzea!

[HakuroDK]

Very cool stuff so far! It's very interesting to read all of these.

[TurnBased]

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?

Etoile Elysium. The name for my healer type characters in previous MMOs. The fields of Elysium are more or less like the Greek version of Heaven and I found it fitting for a healer. Etoile is french for star and was something I came up with from a Google Search.

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

Miqote. Seeker of the Moon. The Miqote look just matches the look I've been using for Etoile in past MMOs. I fantasia'ed into a Lalafell though, in order to match races with my wife.

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

White Mage / Scholar. Both are mains and I alternate depending on which is necessary. Again, I main healer in past MMOs and just wanted to keep up with tradition.

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?

Twin Adder. It's really because of the environment. imo, Limsa and Uldah just looked so similar. Also, having Gridania as my starting area just made me fall in love with the game's graphics.

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?

The Thyrus looks fine to me, no need to glamour it.

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?

Healing, I guess? I am a WHM/SCH after all.

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?

Exterminatus in Tonberry. A good number of people in my static are members. When my old FC went inactive, me and my wife made the switch.

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?

Etoile's been a longtime resident of Gridania and at the start of the story, has just returned home from a long trip.

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?

Two brothers. Edyrem and Eliote Elysium. Edyrem is basically my heal slave for alts in other MMOs. In character, I would say that he's an apprentice conjurer who often volunteers to accompany Etoile and her companions but is often shot down due to his youth and inexperience. Eliote is a character I use when I wanna play a guy character and is just a gender bent version of Etoile. In story, he's Etoile's twin brother.

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?

Lodestone - http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodest...acter/3936695/

Etoile's not really that fashion conscious so she just wears whatever's available and gives her the most advantage in battle.

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?

Etoile is generally quiet and usually lets other people do the talking. She however finds herself in situations where she needs to take the lead and takes responsibility when needed. Her longtime travelling companion is Ayumii Fukuda(my irl wife) and there is rarely a time when they don't raid together. She caters to Ayumii's impulsive personality and will often defer to her on where to go or what to do next. She enjoys crafting when not in battle and loves cooking food and making equips for her friend to use. She hates spiders and The Thousand Maws of Totorak repulses her!

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?

Nothing of note. Etoile grew up in Gridania and always looked forward to being a great White Mage. Along the way, she picked up a book and adopted the way of the Scholar on the road to becoming a better Healer.

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Gridania, partly because it was my starting area and partly because the lush environment made the most of the games graphics. Uldah would be my least favorite then, since deserts are just barren and doesn't make for very good scenery.

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Our FC house over in Lavender beds! It's a usual meeting place for FC mates and there's a convenient Market Board + Summoning Bell nearby. Least favorite would have to be Limsa, if only because the map was so confusing to navigate around. I kept getting lost!

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Coil! Nothing like difficult fights that push you to use your character to the fullest. Leasts favorite is Thousand Maws of Totorak due to the many times I've gotten this dungeon in Duty Roulette. Also, those sticky floors only make the dungeon much slower. and the boss fights weren't that good.

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

The Market Board near our FC House. Just teleport and it's a few steps away. We also have vendors inside our house so I almost never have to leave. Least favorite would have to be Uldah since the MB is so far from the Aetheryte.

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Gaius. He (and the other Tribunus) were just really good villains. imo, the FF series hasn't had very good villains since FFVII. Plus, the final fight with him in Ultima weapon was just epic. As for least favorite, I can't really remember their names, but that group of people who tested your ability to fight Titan by basically forcing you to run around on annoying fetch quests.

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Nanamo Ul Namo after seeing her in 2.3 main story. Merlwyb, for the simple reason that I just like Kann E Senna better, making her last.

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Does Louisioux count? I have never met him since I hadn't played 1.0 so there is this air of mystery about him, part of the reason why I want to see Coil through to the end. Urianger is my least favorite, but only because he hasn't had much time to shine compared to the others.

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Leviathan. Just having him rock the boat and getting hit by an actual tidal wave. Now I know how my enemies in past FFs feel. Also, the Levi fight is one of the fights where the SCH shines. Playing as a SCH, almost every ability in my skill list needed to be used to be effective. Least favorite would be Ramuh as it was mostly about dealing with mechanics and not about healing effectively.

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Ultima HM. Again, from a healer perspective, it's less about dealing with mechanics and more on effective healing. I love this fight as a healer. Here's hoping for an Extreme mode. Least favorite, any boss from Totorak. Bleh.

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

It has got to be the Ultima theme. Just a very fitting and powerful song for the last boss of the game. Can't really think of a least favorite right now.

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

It has got to be Torn from the Heavens, the song that plays in various FATEs and the battle music for Hydra, Chimera and Castrum Meridianum. Aside from the fact that it gets the blood pumping, it's an arrangement of the classic FF Crystal Theme. Rearranged ff music like the FF2 battle, FF6 boss theme and Battle on the Big Bridge all get Honorable Mentions! Least favorite, prolly the Coil battle music. I just wish Coil had more variety in terms of battle music.

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

The music that plays during events like Moonfire Faire and All Saints Wake. I remember having fun just running around as a ghost, and the music only added to the festive theme. I don't really have a least favorite. Nothing comes to mind.

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Titan theme. Nothing says "Sh*t just got real" than the opening. Least would probably be Ramuh. The song itself is okay, it just doesn't feel like an actual boss theme.

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?
Near maximum on PC. I've had to turn on LOD Streaming and set Anti-Aliasing to Bilinear, otherwise, my screen freezes occasionally.

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?
Default settings? With Japanese voices, just a habit of mine to always choose the Japanese track when available.

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?
Keyboard and mouse. Tried and tested control scheme for MMOs.

Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?

Judge/Tribunus class. Just, the armor is really cool. Would be interesting to experience the story from the Garleans point of view too.

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?
In line with the first question, I'd really like to set foot on Garlean soil! See what life is like on the other side.

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?

I'd love to see a Shadow of Colossus style battle against Alexander. Alexander would not just be the boss but he would also be the dungeon itself!

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?

Well, if I can't have the Tribunus/Judge Job, then I'd really want to get a piece of their armor.

[Shneibel]

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?

Name: Shneibel Panipahr

The name Shneibel is by remove the "c" from Schneibel. and the idea is from Schneider. The last name is pre-made from the game itself because the other game doesn't required last name but this one does and I don't have any....nice save SE

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

Race: Miqo'te, Keeper of the Moon
Why: Back in 1.0 the moon miqo'te have bigger boobs than the sun... :P . In 2.0 I remain moon miqo'te

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

I am still waiting for Red Mage, main jobs was SMN, but I am now on the Ninja train

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?

The Maelstrom, because I love Limsa Lominsa.

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?

My trademark for my character is the red artisan glass. I pick that because it work nice with my character face & hair

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?

She love to read book, you could check her house, books every where !

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?

She have her own FC, the FC disband

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?

Character start city is Limsa Lominsa, it is a rare case you see a moon miqo'te in the city of Limsa or Uldah

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?

Family had been rope and murder by the lalafel, no relative left....stray cat

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Favourite : The Mist is my favourite, it have a beach, nice weather & long make short, nice area

2nd Favourite: Sagoli Dessert, at the right time & right weather, the sky is amazing with the stars, I know you can see it at other area, but in Sagoli Dessert, the surround area is nearly empty, it just your character, the sand & the sky (and some monster around or the zombie getting ready to eat your brain)

least Favourite: Coerthas, to COLD !!!!!!! I love snow but snow everyday 24/7, 7 days a week and 365 days a year !? no thank, that is no much

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Favourite spot: In the mist, not many ppl come there and you can look at the sky ingame

least Favourite: Mor Dhona, to noisy

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

none

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
none

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

none....dot like any of them...grumpy

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Kan-E-Senna, she is cute (did I say I was with the Twin adder back in 1.0 ?)

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

none, those slave drive -.-

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

So far, I love all primal and their fight, don't dislike any of them

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

no favourite or dislike, no reason to love the dead monster or hate em

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Favourite: all of them
Less favourite: chocobo theme, it is great but it replace the field music when mount so that is a let down

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

Favourite: so far is T9
Least favourite : Fate

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

I don't dislike any of them or love this one more than other

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?
Favourite : nearly all of em
Least favourite: Shiva, after the 2h the music change and I don't think it connect well, but that much be because I compare it to leviathan

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?

High, custom
There is some featuer I would like to tone down, like shadow it is not need to be top

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?

I feel bad I have to lower the volumen of BGM to be able to use voice chat as I don't use headphone :<

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?
Mouse & keyboard, as I am use to it and had play with keyboard and mouse for a long time

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?

Still waiting for Red Mage, would like to try a rapier class/job

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?

1. Japan : because of food
2. USA: because of food

I love to eat

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?


no character limit ? or I would prefer to have more alliance battle beside CT

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?
Moonlet earring, it look very nice

[Shikiseki]

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?
-Shikiseki Ibaraki- I wanted to combine Shiki (seasons) with Kiseki (miracle) into one word, which gives another meaning when combined (Miracle Poem). Ibaraki is just a name from japanese folklore. Thus the rose motif of my signature. It was mostly random though at the start.

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

-Hyuran Midlander. That might be a boring choice but - since I'm quite the balanced / all-rounder, it just fits me perfectly.

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?

-I picked Arcanist. I'm usually going for the odd, versatile class in games - usually rarely played. I didn't know Arcanist would be played that much in this game. It also looked like a somewhat hybrid-ish class, so I picked that.

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?

-Maelstrom - this was influenced by my starting city, being Limsa Lominsa. Still, after their speeches, and being freedom loving myself, I couldn't help but to choose Maelstrom. Plus - red's awesome.

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?

- I don't have any specific weapon I do use other than my relic.

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?

- Yell
j/k - I'd say Ressurection is one of my most memorable abilities in our raids so far... the countless wipes that prevented it's insane...
as for non-battle skill - I'll be his swift adaptability and quick strategy shifting mind midbattle.

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company?

-Solace - I literally started my adventure with it, I was there from the very beginning - defined the very core of this group which I'm pretty happy with ^^

Character Info 2 (RP):

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?

-He's just a normal adventurer at the start. I haven't thought about that much to be honest but - he's a Warrior of Light of course.[/URL]

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?

-There's no confirmed family to this date.

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?

- light blond/platinum hair with similar eyecolor. Average build and height. Usually dressed in seasonal or city-wear in towns like the suit. The battle classes mostly are Maelstrom themed or something that matches the job the most.

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?

- His personality is heavily influenced by my base principles and morale as well as the job his currently in. So as a Scholar, he immediately picks up the role as brilliant yet somewhat calculating Strategic while he's turning into a short-fused beast as Warrior. On his SMN main, he retains the cheeky attitude, paired with my natural aloofness - sometimes rude (but hey) - but despite all that - usually laid-back most of the time. Always looking at the bigger picture, impaired with high sense of objectivity and intuition, he may seem to be cold and inhuman sometimes, yet passionate when general injustice is around him.
Generally likes peaceful and free environments. Although rarely sad, he's not really fond of people complaining and taking things TOO serious - drives him nuts.
That said, he may sound complicated but at the end of the day, he'll still be the easy going guy you can always count on!

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?

- I'm afraid I haven't thought about that. Maybe I'll think of something fitting and you'll be the first to know ^^

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I really like Limsa Lominsa, it's still one of the few spots always filled with life. My least favourite spot might be most of the Shroud areas... I can't stand most of it.

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

- Housing area - Mist - enough said. Revenant's Toll is actually one of my least favourite spots - I'm just not feeling it.

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I really like Pharos Sirius, especially at the top. I could live without Toto-rak...

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Limsa Lominsa again or the Mist housing area - the least favorite (ironically) is Ul'dah - it's so inconvenient despite being the city of commerce.

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

- I really like Jacke's gang a lot. Least favourite would be that arrogant Eleezen (xP)

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I don't really have a most/least favorite leader. Maybe the Sultana because she's cute

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Y'shtola - I met her first and she retained her badass yet calm attitude. Least Favorite... Urianger - I just can't warm up to him.

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-Shiva battle + her story was the best so far imo. Least Favorite? I'd say King Moogle Mog if it counts because you know... I like Moogles but them are just... oddity

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I'd say it's Titan... I dunno while being frustrating to most, it's IMO one of the most memorable encounters through my adventures xD like they sang at the Fanfest - F*ck you TITAN! . Least favorite boss would be Garuda Ex and King Mog - just no!

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

- Too many to tell !

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

- (I assume it's the normal battle theme?) they are alright - bit repetitive.

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I like most of them - all fit to their respective areas perfectly.

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?

-I'd say Shiva's theme song is really well composed, especially the first part. Titan's theme also wins in this category. Also Fenrir's theme is extremely nice!
Least Favorite would be the midboss theme at the new high level dungeons like Sastasha HM - so repetitive and annoying!.

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?

-High laptop - pretty happy with it.

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?

-Japanese voice actors - I just like the original feel of it. I usually have music muted to listen to my own but some themes deserve full volume.

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?

-Keyboard - I don't really have a gamepad although I'd like to play on my PS more often to use the gamepad.

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?

- Dark Knight might be a good class for me. Time Mage would be my all time favorite though - I just like buffing classes so much as well as space-time magic.

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?

- The grandiose city of the sages - Sharlayan - I can only imagine being a floating magic paradise full of ether and flair.

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?

-I'd like to see a raid like the Airship Sin fight from FFX - I can see that being implemented with Bismark, fighting various body parts one by one to somehow defeat the critter! As for dungeon - something like the necrohol of nabudis or the great crystal FFXII would be cool.

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?

-There's no particular set I'm waiting for

Phew that took me some time haha

[Corfish]

Here you go!

Character Info 1:

What is the name of your primary character? How did you come up with that name?:

Aiden Weaver. I came up with this name because I had built a back story for my character about how he wanted to become rich through tailoring (hence Weaver). Aiden came from just sounding nice with the last name. I'm probably going to change my name now that the name change option is out.

What is the Race/Tribe of your primary character? Why did you pick that?:

Keeper of the Moon. I like cats. Not much else to add!

What is the primary class/job of your primary character? Why did you pick that?:

SMN/SCH. I like pet classes! I will admit, I was hoping for a *little* more flare to the summons, but I'm not quite as butthurt as some forum members.

Which Grand Company is your primary character a part of? Why did you pick that?:

The Maelstrom, because pirates! Plus the Adders are dirty hippies, and the Flames can't even keep order within Ul'dah, why would I want to side with a losing Grand Company?

What is your primary character's weapon glamour of choice (if applicable)? Why did you pick that?:

Moogle weapons, kupo! I want moogle to be a playable race, this is close enough I guess.

What do you think your primary character's signature ability is? Why do you think that?:

Shadow Flare, because I like plopping it down on the Aetheryte in Limsa Lomensa.

Is your primary character a part of a Free Company? If so, what is it? Why did you join that Free Company? :

I'm part of Sanctum! I joined it because I needed a calmer, more casual guild. I don't have the patience for end game BS, so it's nice to know I'm in a guild with a few people of similar minds, although a lot of them are starting to push ahead more than before.

Character Info 2 (RP): (Full disclaimer, I'm not a roleplayer, but I do like to think up an identity for my character)

Where did your primary character come from? How do they feel about where they came from?:

Aiden comes from a tribe of Keeper's of the Moon in Gridania. While he has nothing against Gridania itself, he is not pleased about his tribe.

Does your primary character have any family? Who are they? What is their relationship with your primary character?:

He has 1 mother, 4 brothers, and a twin sister (technically he has a father too, but his mother mated only with nomadic males, and never allowed them to stay longer than what she needed them for). His mother is Mata Ubo, and his brother's are Mata'a Ubo, Mata'to Ubo, Mata'li Ubo, and Mata'sae Ubo. Finally, his twin sister is Nozi Ubo. His relationship with his mother is strained at best, as she clearly always favored his twin sister, and his brother's had mostly found their own lives by the time he was old enough to form any meaningful bonds with them. While he does not have a bad relationship with his sister, he was never given the chance to form a bond with her either, as his mother made it clear that she was above him in life, and did what she could to keep them separated.

What does your primary character look like? Why do they look like they do? What kinds of clothing does your character wear? Why did your primary character pick those clothes?

Couldn't tell you his height! I forgot! I know it's somewhere near the upper area of the slider though! He has a scar on his face, from one of the few times he was able to see his sister (they ended up fighting, she kind of won,) and the traditional tattoos that many Keeper's have. His skin is a pale blue/gray. He likes to wear many things! As a SCH he's currently in his swim wear, while as a SMN he's going a bit more traditional with a Yukata and clogs. As a DRG he's preferring the traditional drachen armor, and as a NIN he's just taking what armor he can get for now. He has too many styles to give him any rhyme or reason!

What is your primary character's personality? What do they like? What do they dislike? What are they afraid of? What makes them happy? What makes them sad? What makes them angry?

He's overall a pretty cheerful guy. While his childhood wasn't exactly peachy, it wasn't bad either. He may have not been the favorite child, but he was still a child of the matriarch. People treated him with respect, and he generally received whatever he wanted. Other than running into his mother, he has no fears to really speak of. He loves spontaneous dance parties.

Does your primary character have a backstory? Were there any interesting events in their past that led them to become the people they are today?:

He changed his name because of the fact he was just his mother with a number after it. It made him feel like he was worthless, literally alive to only help his mother form bonds with other tribes through mating. When he made the choice to leave his tribe and become an adventurer, he changed his name too. He enjoyed the Hyur way of naming, every child had a name that was thought out and unique to them (mostly). In his tribe as a child he spent much of his time watching the women weave new clothes, and he had picked up some of their skills, and so he decided on his new trade.

The World 1 (Geography):

What is your favorite region of Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

I tend to spend most of my time in La Noscea, mostly because pirates. I hate Thanalan because I find it a pain in the ass to get out of most of the outposts.

What is your favorite spot to relax in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

I prefer just chilling in Limsa Lomesna, because I like how sanitary the city looks. Just nice and clean. I hate chilling in the housing areas, that stupid little flute noise during the day is so annoying.

What is your favorite spot to fight in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Don't really have a favorite, I despise fighting in caves and halls though, camera becomes a worse enemy than the mobs.

What is your favorite spot to shop in Eorzea? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Rowena's, because she has stuff that's actually useful. Have nowhere I dislike shopping, don't realy shop enough.

The World 2 (NPCs):

Who is your favorite NPC? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Y'shtola, because she tells Merylwyb off multiple times, and I love it. Least favorite is probably Urianger, because he is a pretentious turd.

Who is your favorite City-State Leader? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

My favorite is Merylwyb, because so far she is the most active of the three. The other two just kind of chill out and tell you to do things for them. My least favorite is probably Kan-e-Senna (sp?) because I hate obnoxious righteous types.

Who is your favorite Scion? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Well I guess the first section of this answers this question!

Who is your favorite Primal? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Good Kind Moggle Mog XII, because I love moogles! Least favorite is Ramuh. He's just kind of bland.

Who is your favorite boss? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

My favorite boss is probably Greg, his fight is just a fun callback fight. I wish they gave more incentive to run him. My least favorite is Everything EX and beyond. I just don't have the time or patience to beat them. Just trying to beat Garuda was a big enough time suck and pain in the ass that I gave up all together. Way too much reliance on other people to do their jobs.

Music:

What is your favorite song in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

The Pharos Sirius song is easily my favorite <3 Least favorite is the housing day theme. Hate it so much.

What is your favorite battle theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Good King Moggle Mog's. I just live the playful sound of the song, but the sinister lyrics of it that kind of show how strange it is to be fighting a bunch of moogles who are out for blood. Least favorite is probably the normal battle theme. It's kind of boring.

What is your favorite field/town theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Can't really think of any that stick out in my mind as favorites. Again, hate the housing theme during the day.

What is your favorite boss theme in FFXIV? Why is that? Least Favorite? Why?:

Ansewered this partly above. As for least favorite boss theme I don't think I have any that I dislike.

Gameplay:

What graphical settings do you play with? Why is that?:

Whatever the max PS4 settings are, because it's kind of default.

What sound settings do you play with? Why is that?:

Whatever default is.

Do you play with a gamepad or with a Keyboard/Mouse? Why is that?:

Controller, I hate using keyboard and mouse in most games. Overtime it hurts my wrists more than just using a controller.

The Future:

What Class/Job would you most like to see in the game? Why?:

I want a magic based tank. I hate most melee classes, so if I coul pretend I was a close combat mage that would be nice.

What region would you like to visit most in the world? Why?:

As in which would I want to visit if I could IRL? Probably The Burning Wall.

If another Final Fantasy-inspired dungeon or raid were to come out, what would it be inspired by? Why would you pick that?:

I want Limsa Lomensa to turn into Alexander ala FFIX. 9 is by far my favorite. Maybe a raid where we fight Quina even, Lvl 5 Holy and Death? Frog Drop? All the other OP crap s/he learns? Could be fun.

What item or set of items would like most like to see in the game? Why?:

*shrugs* Nothing I'm overly concerned about.

[Velthice]

I'll give it a shot here in a minute.