Since the old thread got locked, I feel it's time for a new one. As far as I'm aware we haven't been given any kind of specifics on when we'll be getting these options. If we have then please disregard this

Despite the amazing announcement of FFXIV 2.0, this issue still looms over the game. It is extremely important that we receive Linkshell administration options as soon as possible. Linkshell leaders need to have the ability to add, remove, promote and demote members regardless of their online status or position in the world.

Linkshell management is a chore in itself as it is now. To add a member you must find them in the world and add them in person, not really a bad thing but a minor inconvenience. Promoting and demoting members is the same, not necessarily awful but an inconvenience nonetheless. The biggest issue has always been removing members who are either not online or not in your immediate vicinity.

I feel this has become even more of an issue now with subscription fees coming up. The game will lose people, this is an unfortunate truth. What is even more unfortunate for Linkshell leaders is that if these people do not leave the linkshell before quitting they will be forced to entirely re-create the Linkshell. Many have gone through this a handful of times already since launch and it is not good for the community.

So in short, it is extremely important that we receive Linkshell administration options as soon as possible. An update would suffice but these kind of options are very important for Linkshells trying to keep the community alive.