Transferring Character Data to FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Questions

[JillyBean]

It's going to work the same way they handled the 1.0 server merges: If you do not wish to move, don't do anything at all.

And I'm sure a dev response will confirm that, so we'll see.

Ahh, well I wasn't around for the other merge. I've heard it was a nightmare though. Thanks for your input. I'm kind of a worrier. >.>

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Ahh, well I wasn't around for the other merge. I've heard it was a nightmare though. Thanks for your input. I'm kind of a worrier. >.>

It was a complete nightmare, yeah>< But do not worry and your concern is valid as I'm sure you'll flip the world's tables if you find yourself on a server you never wanted to be a part of.

Get this lala her confirmation! Stat!

[Crystallus]

Sorry for the confusion, the latest information on Lodestone is the more accurate. Character data can be transferred over from Beta Phase 4 to launch, and on launch a character edit flag will be activated for 1.0 players giving them a chance to change their character's appearance once.

We're still deciding whether this will take place during early access or on August 27th, and will update you once we know more.

You mention Appearance can I get a confirmation that we will be able to also Rename our character as well during this process. Also how will the Naming Hierarchy work w/ regards to newly created non Legacy or 1.0 players should the Renaming happen in Early Access as opposed to it happening in Phase 4 and data be saved from Phase 4/

[JillyBean]

You mention Appearance can I get a confirmation that we will be able to also Rename our character as well during this process. Also how will the Naming Hierarchy work w/ regards to newly created non Legacy or 1.0 players should the Renaming happen in Early Access as opposed to it happening in Phase 4 and data be saved from Phase 4/

I know confirmation has been a long time coming on this one, and we're glad to finally detail how this will work! When you log into A Realm Reborn for the first time with your old character (specifically after phase 4), you will have the ability to redo any aspect of your character -- one time only. This includes the ability to change your name.

Everyone's getting a second chance at a first impression!

When creating a character, if you choose a name that's already taken, a message will pop-up saying “This name is already in use.”

In the event that someone has the same exact first name and last name after we transfer characters from FFXIV 1.0 into the worlds used in ARR, we will check who originally had the name determined by certain priorities. As for what those priorities are, we will be announcing this on Lodestone in the future.

I know they later posted the priority... need to look for that... will edit if I find...

EDIT: FOUND IT!

http://lodestone.finalfantasyxiv.com...a9678758c91b95


Regarding the World Transfer
All character data will be transferred, with the following exceptions:

Character Names
After the transfer, if two or more characters with the same first and last name exist in the same World, only one character can keep the name, based on the order of priority below.

1. Characters that qualify for Legacy status.
2. Characters whose subscriptions ended after September 30, 2012.
3. Characters that were created first.

In the event that your character must be renamed, please enter a new name by following the on-screen instructions when you first log in following the World transfer.
* Players may voluntarily rename their characters even if their name takes precedence.

Hope this helps. ^^

[Crystallus]

What I was looking for Thank You so Very Much

[Catapult]

Now the awkward question. How much am I prepared to play through the main scenario on my old charater model rather than my new one?

I don't want to spoil my immersion.

[Lucke]

Now the awkward question. How much am I prepared to play through the main scenario on my old charater model rather than my new one?

I don't want to spoil my immersion.

Yup, quite the ka-qwinka-dink we're in. I don't wanna see any cutscenes as my old Lala. I guess I'll just start a new character for phase 4, then play my 1.0 character in early release.

[Hvinire]

Remember when I said I'd update you with more information when it becomes available?

We're still deciding whether this will take place during early access or on August 27th, and will update you once we know more.

Well it's been decided, and you're never gonna believe me, but, you will now be able to change your character appearance at the start of Beta Phase 4. The character edit flag will be available then. You can play your character, how you want them to appear, from Beta Phase 4 and all the way through launch.

How's that for good news?

[JillyBean]

Remember when I said I'd update you with more information when it becomes available?



Well it's been decided, and you're never gonna believe me, but, you will now be able to change your character appearance at the start of Beta Phase 4. The character edit flag will be available then. You can play your character, how you want them to appear, from Beta Phase 4 and all the way through launch.

How's that for good news?

OHHHHH MYYYYYY GAWWWDD!!! Love you so much Hvinire!!!!

[Mjollnir]

How's that for good news?

This. Changes. Everything!!!