New possible race

[Evergrey]

Beastmen races will never be playable in Final Fantasy XIV. The whole story is based on the contrast between humanoid races and beastmen tribes, and it's obvious to which kind the warrior of light belongs.

... Racist.




joking ofc.

But we have seen during the Beast Tribe Quests that factions are trying to break free from the Gods.
And most people should know by now that the Vath tribe is actually trying to become adventurers just like you and I.
So I don't see why other tribes couldn't join the Adventurer life, and possibly become playable characters.

[Abriael]

... Racist.




joking ofc.

But we have seen during the Beast Tribe Quests that factions are trying to break free from the Gods.
And most people should know by now that the Vath tribe is actually trying to become adventurers just like you and I.
So I don't see why other tribes couldn't join the Adventurer life, and possibly become playable characters.

Trying and managing are different things. Being "adventurers" does not equate to being the warrior of light. The whole story would have to be changed in several points to accommodate a member of any beast tribe in that role, and it simply won't happen.

Ultimately, I'm sure Square Enix will implement another playable race sooner or later, but with a MMORPG on this level of maturity, they will go where the obvious money is, and that's Viera. I'm sure there's absolutely no one who really believes that a beast race of any kind would be as effective (even on the same planet) in bringing back lapsed players and bringing in new players as Viera would be. And that's where the money is.

As much as some appear to enjoy it, furry is a niche taste.

Of course, everyone is free to hold their breath as much as they want, but just remember to take in some air once in a while