This frequency of English localization issues is unacceptable

[KageTokage]

Let me know when you become fluent in Japanese then, because I can speak Japanese and English and we have the same damn script/plot points as the Japanese. Subtle differences in localizations does not change anything.

People have already cited multiple examples of how the subtle differences can have not-so-subtle effects on how a scene can be interpreted or how easily it's understood.

It's easy to say it doesn't change anything from your perspective, but XIV appeals to a wide audience and what comes across as painfully obvious to one individual can be extremely confusing to another, even in the case of people who are actually trying to pay attention to the lore and take it all in. I often see others asking for clarity to scenes/events I had no trouble understanding both on the lore forums and in-game; some of which were not reliant on remembering details from earlier in the story.

Though I suppose whether or not it's worth "dumbing down" the script and making it drier for the sake of accommodating those who aren't as sharp is subjective.

[Rulakir]

Does Emet-Selch work without the bond with Azem? Yes, he's a fantastic character and ShB is still an enjoyable experience without that context. However, does it add complexity and depth otherwise enhancing not only his character but the interaction with yours? Definitely.

Does Hydaelyn's dialog regarding the Azem crystal make any overall difference? No, not particularly. Does it cause confusion and take you out of the moment because you're asking yourself, "Wait, what? How does that make sense?" Absolutely.

Saying the dialog is the same between languages though is patently false and I'm somewhat amazed at the brazenness given the multiple examples throughout this thread that prove otherwise.

[Ransu]

Does Emet-Selch work without the bond with Azem? Yes, he's a fantastic character and ShB is still an enjoyable experience without that context. However, does it add complexity and depth otherwise enhancing not only his character but the interaction with yours? Definitely.

Does Hydaelyn's dialog regarding the Azem crystal make any overall difference? No, not particularly. Does it cause confusion and take you out of the moment because you're asking yourself, "Wait, what? How does that make sense?" Absolutely.

Saying the dialog is the same between languages though is patently false and I'm somewhat amazed at the brazenness given the multiple examples throughout this thread that prove otherwise.

Every example given literally portrays the same message...

[Necrotica]

Every example given literally portrays the same message...

No they don't.

[GrizzlyTank]

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At that time we are in possession of Azem's crystal. Yes Emet did carry it around but he wasn't the intended bearer.

And the first part both talks about being confident, just that the DE one spells it out for you.

[aveyond-dreams]

At that time we are in possession of Azem's crystal. Yes Emet did carry it around but he wasn't the intended bearer.

And the first part both talks about being confident, just that the DE one spells it out for you.

The word used was 'original' not 'intended' though. It's needless confusion.

[GrizzlyTank]

The word used was 'original' not 'intended' though. It's needless confusion.

Azem did carry it, but as you recall he left his position leaving the 14th seat vacant in the midst of the crisis so Emet carried the crystal for safe-keeping and respect.

Edit: I now recall this statement being wrong, was thinking about the crystals existing like badges prior to the split but that was not the case.

[Tama-Kanzashi]

Azem did carry it, but as you recall he left his position leaving the 14th seat vacant in the midst of the crisis so Emet carried the crystal for safe-keeping and respect.

...Emet made the crystal after Azem had already left the Convocation.

[GrizzlyTank]

...Emet made the crystal after Azem had already left the Convocation.

Ok found the short story, yeah the were all made in union with Lahabrea and Elidibus about their memories of the fourteen members, except for Azem. Which Emet made in secret.

Still the text makes it clear that it's referring to Azem, unless you are pedantic...

[aveyond-dreams]

EN: "When the way forward is hidden even from the mind's eye, look not to the invocation, but within yourself. These were the words of the crystal's original bearer."

Still the text makes it clear that it's referring to Azem, unless you are pedantic...

No. It does not.