Magitek Armor~?

[Duuude007]

Hmm, well I don't go saying false info. I wouldn't have made this thread if I wasn't sure he said it. Also the fact that another person knows as well is proof enough.

Its got to be true, I heard that Yoshi said it in a lodestone thread.

Written by a guy named Ro... Rokien.

[Duuude007]

Our Russian Community Reps, Yovechkin and Malkinsan, had the opportunity to sit down with Naoki Yoshida, Director of Final Fantasy XIV.

Here’s the translated interview:

Q: Dear Yoshi-P, you talked about the possibility to have other mounts besides Chocobos in recent interviews. Could you give us more details on these “other” mounts”?
A: These other mounts will be called Magitek Armors, as previously announced one year ago. They will be released in patch 1.21 at the earliest.

Q: How will Magitek Armors be accessible?
A: Magitek Armors will be unlocked after completing new storyline quests, where you’ll get access to Garlean technology.

Q: How will Magitek Armors and Chocobos cohabit?
A: They won’t replace chocobos as they’re not meant to be used for long distance traveling (they move slower).

Q: Will we be able to fight enemies while riding Magitek Armors?
A: Yes, but only in specific areas.

Q: What are these areas?
A: There will be a new instanced dungeon with yellow toxic clouds preventing adventurers from setting foot in it. It will only be accessible to players riding Magitek Armors. The dungeon is currently called Narshe Caves (tentative name, not 100% definite).
There will also be a new open area only accessible by Magitek Armors, where you will fight very large enemies. We’ve heard rumors of a giant coblyn lurking in the area...

Q: Will we be able to PvP with Magitek Armors?
A: The new area will feature a PvP arena called Magitek Cemetery, where tournament winners will receive parts to upgrade their Magitek Armors.

Q: What kind of attacks can Magitek Armors do?
A: You can shoot elemental beams while riding Magitek Armors, which will consume shards and crystals of the corresponding element. We’ve also created a special attack that uses deaspected crystals.

Q: How can we upgrade our Magitek Armors?
A: You will meet a familiar Final Fantasy character who will be able to help you upgrade your Magitek Armor. While we can’t tell you who it is yet, his name begins with C, ends with D, and contains 3 letters. Please look forward for further announcements about this mysterious character.

Um... The above is what I was worried about happening.
Before this gets further out of hand, I better step up and say that this is not a real interview that took place. Just have fun with it!

I honestly expected a "chocobo rides you!" joke... somewhat disappointed.

Seriously... if anyone truly believed it wasnt fake... I fear for their children.

[Fadigre]

Shit just got real. Thanks for finding that, Bismark
Surprised it took that long, this thread was just going around in angry circles


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