MMORPG.com's Carolyn Koh writes this report of her recent tour of the Crystaline Prophecy scenario for Square Enix's Final Fantasy XI.

A Crystalline Prophecy - An Ode of Life Bestowing is the first of three scenarios, or mini-expansions, launching in Final Fantasy XI. Masato Kato, who oversaw the initial plot conception and event direction for the original Final Fantasy XI and the Rise of the Zilart expansion had been approached to write continuing storylines and the three new scenarios are a result of that. These mini-expansions aren't about new maps, but are strictly storyline expansions expanding on the history and myth of Vana'diel via missions and cutscenes... and of course cool loot.

Read A Crystaline Prophecy Tour

 I might have missed it, but I take it all the content is for higher level players?

 I am a little bit stuck at level 18, being that it is near impossible to find a group. Anything planned in the other mini-expansions for "lower level" fun? :) Great read!

 Beau Turkey

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Originally posted by Stradden
 
This account security feature is the only one offered currently by MMO companies.

 

 

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An interesting look at this new mini-adventure but lacking once again with complete research on MMO information. Seriously, why is it most of the news reports written here on MMORPG have glaring mis-information or are completely wrong! One of us normal folk seem to always have to comment with the correct info.

Anyway, getting to what I have quoted above....FFXI is not the first and only MMO to have a Security Authenticator. Blizzard is way ahead here with their own for World of Warcraft which you can purchase here ~ Blizzard Authenticator

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Originally posted by beauturkey

 

I might have missed it, but I take it all the content is for higher level players?
I am a little bit stuck at level 18, being that it is near impossible to find a group. Anything planned in the other mini-expansions for "lower level" fun? :) Great read!

Beau Turkey

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yes, this new adventure is targeted at high level players only, as will the other 2 coming later this year.

As far as finding a group...just keep seeking and playing...with Fields of Valor and the increase to easy and decent XP gains you can easily solo into the low 20s on any job, and the Level Sync added last fall allows players of any level to group up!

Maybe the job you're playing is just not wanted at the times you're playing, but that shouldn't stop you from leveling up solo until you do get an invite. Or start your own group...ask people!

 

Originally posted by Khrymson

 

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Originally posted by Stradden

 

This account security feature is the only one offered currently by MMO companies.

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An interesting look at this new mini-adventure but lacking once again with complete research on MMO information. Seriously, why is it most of the news reports written here on MMORPG have glaring mis-information or are completely wrong! One of us normal folk seem to always have to comment with the correct info.

Anyway, getting to what I have quoted above....FFXI is not the first and only MMO to have a Security Authenticator. Blizzard is way ahead here with their own for World of Warcraft which you can purchase here ~ Blizzard Authenticator
 

Yup, I see that was a mistake.

The reason is pretty simple: We cover over 200 games. We are a VERY small staff. We don't always remember every piece of information about everything. One of you has the answer because, well, there are over a million of you with more specific knowledge about specific games that, say, I personally have.

I appreciate the heads up, and will remove the incorrect info. We rely on tips like this to keep everything as up to date and accurate as possible.

Originally posted by beauturkey

 I might have missed it, but I take it all the content is for higher level players?

 I am a little bit stuck at level 18, being that it is near impossible to find a group. Anything planned in the other mini-expansions for "lower level" fun? :) Great read!

 

 Beau Turkey

Yes it is once again content that ONLY caters to end game.I truly cannot understand how they ALWAYS ignore low level players,maybe they figure low level players don't want anything?You would think it is just bad marketing and a dumb idea to exclude possible sales,but maybe that is why they keep everything a secret ,so as to hope new players will buy it,even though they cannot use it.I think it is just end game oriented for the sake of less work needed to make this small bit of content.IMO this is such a small dabble of content,it could/should have been free,but i guess they had to pay a ton of money to get the old guy back into the mix.The last expansion and this stuff has IMO been poor quality,i think they are getting cheaper in their  efforts or perhaps running out of ideas.

IMO none of the three will be worthy of being paid for ,even if a 10 dollar fee for all three ,let alone for each.I also do not agree with paying for ANY security,that should be something we trust the developer with,i mean there is no need for added security.It only figures that Blizzard would start this trend to make an extra buck off of their subscribers.All this does is give players using illegal websites the peace of mind,when in reality we should NOT be catering to illegal activity in FFXI.I use no security what so ever and i have no fear of my account ever being hacked.

Originally posted by Stradden

 

We don't always remember every piece of information about everything.

Search is your friend...hehe  There is an article posted here by one of your staff covering the Blizzard Authenticator when it was released....just saying!

Originally posted by Khrymson

Originally posted by Stradden

 

We don't always remember every piece of information about everything.

 

Search is your friend...hehe  There is an article posted here by one of your staff covering the Blizzard Authenticator when it was released....just saying!

Indeed. Like i said, I missed that one on edit, it happens.

 I have been playing FFXi for *checks date on launcher* over 4 years?

 Since that time, I have un-subbed and re-subbed a bunch, I know what it's like to wait for hours and hours for a group. Trust me, I have asked a TON. I understand the game being more geared to those that can spend the hours and hours to get to a higher level, but I am always stuck at around 20. I am going to write an extensive blog post about how the game basically leaves you in the dust at lower levels.

 Having said that, it's a fantastic game. I like the feel of it, and although some have issues with the graphics, I love them! It's got a great look to it. So, I am pretty much doing the few quests there are, exploring, and slowly (very very very slowly) gaining levels, in between dying and de-leveling a few times! :)

 I do like the recent advances in help for leveling, though I haven't found anyone (literally) that is willing to group with me. Still,  if you have a high level, the game has got to be incredible! :)

 Beau

Originally posted by Khrymson

 

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Originally posted by Stradden
 
This account security feature is the only one offered currently by MMO companies.

 

 

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An interesting look at this new mini-adventure but lacking once again with complete research on MMO information. Seriously, why is it most of the news reports written here on MMORPG have glaring mis-information or are completely wrong! One of us normal folk seem to always have to comment with the correct info.

Anyway, getting to what I have quoted above....FFXI is not the first and only MMO to have a Security Authenticator. Blizzard is way ahead here with their own for World of Warcraft which you can purchase here ~ Blizzard Authenticator
 

I can't deny I hadn't heard of this Blizzard security key either.  When did they add it?

Originally posted by Khrymson

An interesting look at this new mini-adventure but lacking once again with complete research on MMO information. Seriously, why is it most of the news reports written here on MMORPG have glaring mis-information or are completely wrong! One of us normal folk seem to always have to comment with the correct info.

Anyway, getting to what I have quoted above....FFXI is not the first and only MMO to have a Security Authenticator. Blizzard is way ahead here with their own for World of Warcraft which you can purchase here ~ Blizzard Authenticator

 You know, I read that part and was going to say the same thing... but then I wasn't sure if they meant SE was the only ones offering it, or if the security token was the only such security item being offered by MMO companies overall. So... I opted not to comment either way.

I see that it was a mistake on the staff's part so.. that answers that :-p.

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Originally posted by beauturkey

 

I might have missed it, but I take it all the content is for higher level players?
I am a little bit stuck at level 18, being that it is near impossible to find a group. Anything planned in the other mini-expansions for "lower level" fun? :) Great read!

Beau Turkey

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yes, this new adventure is targeted at high level players only, as will the other 2 coming later this year.

Welll.... yes and no.
You do need to be high level (or it's recommended anyway) to complete it.. But the first parts of it can be completed as low as levels 30-32.  Right now I'm pretty much ready for the fight in Fei'yin, but am waiting with another friend of mine for a few other people to get leveled up so we can all do it at once.

It's a very cool adventure pack, though. I'm enjoying the storyline.

 

Originally posted by beauturkey

 I have been playing FFXi for *checks date on launcher* over 4 years?

 Since that time, I have un-subbed and re-subbed a bunch, I know what it's like to wait for hours and hours for a group. Trust me, I have asked a TON. I understand the game being more geared to those that can spend the hours and hours to get to a higher level, but I am always stuck at around 20. I am going to write an extensive blog post about how the game basically leaves you in the dust at lower levels.

 Having said that, it's a fantastic game. I like the feel of it, and although some have issues with the graphics, I love them! It's got a great look to it. So, I am pretty much doing the few quests there are, exploring, and slowly (very very very slowly) gaining levels, in between dying and de-leveling a few times! :)

 I do like the recent advances in help for leveling, though I haven't found anyone (literally) that is willing to group with me. Still,  if you have a high level, the game has got to be incredible! :)

 

 Beau

 Being member of a linkshell helps as well. We do a lot of linkshell parties to help others level or with quets/missions. I know that not all linkshells do this but it is more likely to find people to party being a member of one. I myself like doing missions but I can only take them once unless I help someone, mission 2-3 and 4-5 are some of my favorites.

I have been a part of FFXI for 7 years now, through all the good and bad that SE has thrown at its players. I havent done the new mini expansions yet but plan to, and from what I've been told the battles are kind of fun. It is for the higher level crowd which isn't a bad thing, people can complain all they want about not having new stuff for low level players but I say the lower level people have enough to deal with as is, don't complain about the game for not having new lowbie content when most new people will have a hell of a time getting through zilart alone.

Also another note about SE not releasing an expansion with low level content, Chains of Promathia had low level content....and if you've played FFXI for a long time you know to dread Chains missions like the plauge.

BTW for ANYONE who has trouble leveling in FFXI, solo till about 15+ then seek for a party in the dunes, if you still cant find a party then level another job! I love jobs like drk, drg and thf (all which look awesome as a taru, taru anything is awesome) but finding a party as one of those jobs will drive you crazy. If you really truly love the job you're trying to level and want it at 75, find something to occupy your time while you seek for a party. Farm like crazy! Explore! Take up crafting! Anything you can to take your mind off not having a party.

FFXI :Titan Server: Chotaru

75 WHM, BLM, RDM, NIN, DRK, PLD.

 I didn't really think about concentrating on my other job..good point.

 I will try for a good linksheel, being that they messed up my billing and gave me another free month. Now, to just figure out what server I am on and where to find a good linkshell. I joined one and it has been dead for months.

 Beau