If you play games then you should recognize this name. The Final Fantasy series is THE series for RPG gamers. If you like RPGs, then you have played a Final Fantasy game, and if you haven't then go and play one. If you are a fan of the series then you've probably heard of Final Fantasy XIV. And if you've heard of Final Fantasy XIV then you should know that it had the worst release in franchise history. It was bad enough for Square Enix to apologize, and begin working on a completely revised version of the game: Final Fantaxy XIV - A Realm Reborn. But before I talk about it, Let me inform you on what happened with the FFXIV release.
Final Fantasy XIV was supposed to be the second Final Fantasy MMO, after FFXI. The think is, FFXI wasn't too bad. In fact, the game is actually pretty decent especially with its expansions. But when FFXIV was released, it received negative reviews. Complaints ranged from numerous bug and glitches, horrid interface, and overall feeling like an incomplete game. This cause Square Enix to apologize and begin redeveloping the game from scratch. The plan on incorporating a new client, graphics engine, a revamped interface, more gameplay variations and more! Alpha testing for A Real Reborn began in October and the Closed Beta began last month. I got accepted into the closed beta, but I'm not allowed to tell you guys anything that's going on in the beta but I can tell you what Square Enix has posted on the main site. For now, I'll talk about the classes and jobs.
The classes in FFXIVAAR are split into 2 groups: Disciples of War and Disciples of Magic. When a player reaches a certain mastery level in a certain class, they can further specialize into its respective job. For example, a gladiator class specializes into the paladin job. There are 5 Disciples of War and 3 Disciples of Magic.
Gladiators
The specialize in utilizing one handed blades. These include, but not limited to, swords, dagger, and longswords. This class is capable of drawing monster attacks to itself and defending itself with its shield, combining strong offence with a powerful defense. Gladiators specialize into Paladins.
Pugilist
Pugilists utilize powerful fist weapons and tradition techniques of hand-to-hand combat. They can deal massive damage up close and their light armor allows them to remain quite mobile. Pugilists specialize into Monks.
Marauder
The Marauders utilize large great axes to deal terrifying amounts of damage with each swing. Their strong defenses allow them to take a lot of punishment while dealing it. Marauders specialize into Warriors.
Lancer
Lancers use polearms and spears. Lancers are capable of unleashing an endless barrage of slashes and thrusts, dealing a lot of damage. Lancers specialize into the almighty Dragoons.
Archer
The good ol' archer is armed with his trusty old bow allowing him or her to fire an endless stream of arrows from a distance. Archers specialize into Bards.
Conjurers
Conjurers utilize the elements Wind, Earth, and Water to create powerful spells that can heal and buff allies and also deal damage to enemies. Conjurers specialize into White Mages.
Thaumaturge
Thaumaturges focus on utilizing powerful destruction spells to wreak havoc on the battlefield. Thaumaturges specialize into the powerful Black Mages.
Arcanist
Arcanists are able to summon the familiar Carbuncle to do their bidding. Arcanists specialize into Summoners.
That's enough of Final Fantasy XIV for now. If Square Enix posts any new info or decides to let the beta testers to discuss the game outside of the forums, them I'll be sure to let you guys now. Until next time ^^
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