Wow this only took 2hrs and 20 minutes for SE to manage to "inform" us:


Today 09:20 PM #1
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[NA] All Worlds Emergency Maintenance (Apr. 25)
We are currently experiencing login difficulties on certain Worlds in FINAL FANTASY XIV. Our investigation into the matter has revealed that all Worlds may possibly experience the same issue. Therefore, we will be performing emergency maintenance on FINAL FANTASY XIV at the following time. During this period, FINAL FANTASY XIV will be unavailable.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

[Date & Time]
From Apr. 25, 2012 9:00 p.m. to Apr. 26, 2012 2:00 a.m. (PDT)

* The completion time may be subject to change.

[Affected Service]
- FINAL FANTASY XIV
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