This is a FFXIV forum for discussion in relation to FFXIV. I would think keeping it less cluttered with off-topic threads would keep the forum more relevant to it's purpose.

If people wish to talk about things on other topics not relating to FFXIV then there's millions of other forums out there to do it on, and likely forums more specific to the topic. Also bear in mind that almost every linkshell has their own forum on which you can discuss other topics of conversation. I, for one, would not come to a FFXIV forum to discuss things not relating to FFXIV.

I would much rather not see an off-topic forum. We don't need to give SE staff more work (read more to moderate) just so we can talk about any old rubbish.