I had started a new character for the sake of this patch, and because I wanted a reason to play.

The blow to my exp struck me in the gut at first.

But after I got used to it, and realized the basics of chains/level difference, it started to make sense, and it started being fun.

And then I went crafting, and WOAH. I could make all the gear I needed for my GLA rank 13, even though most of my crafts were under level 10!

And then I road the airship and WOAH LOOK AT THE VIEW FROM ULDAH.

And then I road a chocobo and WOAH, THIS IS FUN!


I like this patch. Suddenly the game is more challenging in an endearing way.