Thread: Multiple Characters in Ver 2.0

Originally Posted by viion

That right there is why it is complicated, because that is alien to some people, there is an insanely low amount of games which allow you to do this, its not "normal" so people dont know if it. Sure you can tell them, but it doesnt tell you anywhere on the SE account that you only need 1 slot.

Should people have to do a bunch of research and start asking around before knowing? No, they should be able to activate an account and jump in, SE have made this the most difficult way possible.

It would be much better if you had 1 fee and x number of slots on that fee, like pretty much every other well known MMO. It is a model which people are used to and are happy with.

Actually, I wouldn't play an MMO that limits my character to one class. Tried it twice and hated it. This is one of the big deals about XIV and is advertised on every piece of SE media regarding the game that you come across with the exception being the CE.

Also, this is modern gaming - a majority of people research before they buy. It's not like 1992 and 1986 (SNES/Genesis and NES/SMS) when boxart and Nintendo Power/Gamepro "sold" the game. People know what they're getting into nowadays...which is why the subscription base isn't growing. If you didn't know about the concept of what the armory system is (emphasis on the word "concept") then you are in the minority.

You can NOT play the whole of the game with just one character.

To play the WHOLE of the game you need at least three.
I like the story in this game but as a citizen of Ul'dah and member of the maelstrom I had no idea what the other cities and grand companies stories were like, so I made 2 more character because we are locked into those choices. Maybe in 2.0 that will change, but what good does that do me now seeing as the story is going to be drastically different in 2.0.

Also, some times I get bored of being a Miqo'te and want to see something from the perspective of a lalafell.

And when I'm out of anima and leve allowance but still want to play and feel like I'm accomplishing something it is nice to have an alt to play with...

There are plenty of reasons to have multiple characters in this game just like in XI and the additional cost per slot does not feel to me adequately justified by "I can be multiple class" when at the same time I am locked into key aspects of the game in the same fashion that other games lock you into one class but you can still experience all of the content.

Originally Posted by Pandastirfry

You can NOT play the whole of the game with just one character.

To play the WHOLE of the game you need at least three.
I like the story in this game but as a citizen of Ul'dah and member of the maelstrom I had no idea what the other cities and grand companies stories were like, so I made 2 more character because we are locked into those choices. Maybe in 2.0 that will change, but what good does that do me now seeing as the story is going to be drastically different in 2.0.

Also, some times I get bored of being a Miqo'te and want to see something from the perspective of a lalafell.

And when I'm out of anima and leve allowance but still want to play and feel like I'm accomplishing something it is nice to have an alt to play with...

There are plenty of reasons to have multiple characters in this game just like in XI and the additional cost per slot does not feel to me adequately justified by "I can be multiple class" when at the same time I am locked into key aspects of the game in the same fashion that other games lock you into one class but you can still experience all of the content.

While I do not discount personal reasons for wanting to play with multiple (appearance, general enjoyment, etc.) characters I have to disagree with the statement that you are locked into content to an extent that would warrant an alternative. The main storyline connects in the 20's and the plot is the same once it connects in Uldah. If anything, this is a 2-3hr endeavor that someone can do.

Again, I am not devalueing the storyline aspect but making statements like the above are not accurate, in my opinion.

Originally Posted by Yves

While I do not discount personal reasons for wanting to play with multiple (appearance, general enjoyment, etc.) characters I have to disagree with the statement that you are locked into content to an extent that would warrant an alternative. The main storyline connects in the 20's and the plot is the same once it connects in Uldah. If anything, this is a 2-3hr endeavor that someone can do.

Again, I am not devalueing the storyline aspect but making statements like the above are not accurate, in my opinion.

So, before I reach fade to white, I can change my allegiance and go through all the cities content? I must have missed that option. After recruit I can get to sergeant in all the grand companies and THEN decide which one I want to pledge? Good to know, which NPC do I talk too?

Oh I'd have to reroll and play to at least 45, at least 3 times and then make my choice... No thanks, I'll go with the "I'd rather pay a flat fee and get 8 slots instead of pay $3 for each additional slot"... I suppose I could watch all the cut scenes on you tube... But then what about the " journey"?

Originally Posted by Pandastirfry

So, before I reach fade to white, I can change my allegiance and go through all the cities content? I must have missed that option. After recruit I can get to sergeant in all the grand companies and THEN decide which one I want to pledge? Good to know, which NPC do I talk too?

Oh I'd have to reroll and play to at least 45, at least 3 times and then make my choice... No thanks, I'll go with the "I'd rather pay a flat fee and get 8 slots instead of pay $3 for each additional slot"... I suppose I could watch all the cut scenes on you tube... But then what about the " journey"? Oh yeah the "journey" is grinding, not content I forgot.

Up to the Uldah convergence it is the same. Yes, GC is the same. Look, I clearly stated "imo" - not sure the reason for the tonality in the reply. We disagree on content - no biggie. It doesn't make one better than the other.