Understanding things such as FreeCompanies etc

[Shigu]

Hi guys! Firstly want to apologize if this is a double post or anything, I had a scan but couldn't find anything except people telling players to check the manual on the launcher, unfortunately that doesn't explain what I want to know.

Basically, I'm relatively new to FFXIV Only managed B3+4 so I don't quite understand what Companies are and how the armory bonus works, cause in p4 it said I had the bonus but nothing seemed affected. Is there anywhere I can read up about this, like a wiki or any kind fellow adventures willing to take 5mins to explain these to me please?

Regards

Shigu

[Tensho]

The old previous beta forum has all the updates and information on those new systems try checking there. I saw a link to the old forum somewhere on this forum i think.

[Shigu]

Last time I checked the Beta Forum had been shut down, I'll try get another link though. But I'm sure it got shutdown on the 22nd.

Edit: Yep, shutdown, still seeking help <3

[Leknaat]

They'll probably have the lodestone info up when early access kicks in.
For Grand Companies vs Free Companies vs Linkshells.

Linkshell = persistent chat channel (you can have up to 8)
Grand Companes = NPC/Storyline related/filler content (can only join 1 of the 3 nations)
Free Companies = player run 'guild' (can be in 1 - Grand Company independant)

[Shigu]

Thanks for the info Leknaat! That gives me a much better idea of what they are, the rest I should be able to manage to wait for until Lodestones up!