ARR Voice Actors

[Zanarken]

Has there been any information from Square Enix as to why they elected to use different voice actors for most of the original cast in Heavensward? FFXIV's niche in the MMO industry is its beautifully crafted story filled with unique & memorable characters. Memorable characters who's voices brought life & added depth to the universe we have all grown to love. When my favorite characters made their appearance with different voices, not only did it serve to alienate them but it was distracting to the point where I could no longer even focus on what was being said or the substance of what was going on. Take Admiral Merlwyb for example. A respected and feared leader of pirates who was beautifully voice acted by Jean Gilpin. The new voice actors delivery is so disinterested & monotone that her identity as a character comes into question.

Please bring back the old voice actors Square Enix. It really is that important.