Part 2 cause there's like 50+ questions
Q29: In a previous Letter from the Producer LIVE, you mentioned that you are considering increasing the amount of total macros players can have by sharing the macros across the account. Are there any plans to implement this in Patch 4.0?
A29: At the 4.0 timing, the amount of macro slots will increase by 100. This slot is shared with characters under the same account. Please move any macros you would like to use with other characters in this section. With this, players will have 100 macro slots for the character, and additional 100 slots shared within the account.
Q32: Are there additional Gold Saucer GATEs, rewards, and minigames planned?
A32: Rewards will be added, but minigames and GATEs will be added later on in the 4.x series.
Q33: Along with the increase of the level cap, will our companion’s rank increase as well?
A33: The companion’s level is synced with the player’s level, so the level cap will automatically increase. As for rank, we will not increase it yet.
Q35: Are there any plans to add new character customization options, such as new face types or face paints?
A35: We’re adding new hairstyles, but there will be no changes to the character customization options. We’re planning to add variations of hairstyles through the aesthetician. Please be sure to leave any feedback, if you have any.
Q39: Could you please let us know the progress on the app where you can chat with your friends and FC members?
A39: With the app you will be able to access retainers without actually logging into FFXIV. Instead of the app just being simply used for chatting, we’re developing the app where if you pay, players will have access to other features, such as accessing the market board.
We’re currently testing the app, and it looks like we may be able to release it around end of the year, or the beginning of the next year. We apologize for taking so long on this, but we’re developing the app where all the FFXIV players can use.
Q47: Are there plans for the appearance of a young Au Ra NPC, similar to how Khloe is a young Miqo’te?
A47: They should appear in the Azim Steppe region. Khloe is a very unique NPC, so in comparison they may seem more simple.
Q49: Through art and trailers we see samurai wearing casual clothing, but will there be any armor-styled gear? I would like to see gear such as the Genji series from previous FF games!
A49: Putting aside whether or not we’ll have Genji gear, we have prepared armor-styled gear for the jobs.
Q50: I really like the feminine bosses and monsters that appear in instanced content. Will Patch 4.0 have beautiful, powerful female bosses similar to Sophia and Scathach? We are really looking forward to Lakshmi!
A50: Lakshmi’s Extreme version has finished testing. There was very little we needed to fix, but the lead mentioned “the battle balance is good. The model needs fixingâ€. We are pursuing the meaning of beauty, so please look forward to it.
Q51: In Heavensward, players were able to increase their item level through main scenario quest rewards, but will players be able to increase their item level in the same way in Stormblood?
A51: Similar to 3.0, players will be able to obtain gear through main scenario and side story quests. With 3.0 dungeons, there were times where gear for the role you wanted didn’t drop, or you may have lost the loot to other adventurers, so your item level may have increased slower due to these reasons. For these reasons, with the 4.0 dungeons, we made it so players can obtain the gear for their role after defeating the last boss in that dungeon.
Q52: Will we continue to have patch note readings in 4.0? I like the duo of Yoshi-P and Morbol, but I think it would also be great if voice actors read the patch notes.
A52: During the early access release on June 16th, we will once again be away at E3 in Los Angeles. As with 3.0, we will be locked in to a hotel in Los Angeles. As we are in Los Angeles, we will not be able to call upon any voice actors, and will be reading off the patch notes ourselves. Sorry!
Q29: In a previous Letter from the Producer LIVE, you mentioned that you are considering increasing the amount of total macros players can have by sharing the macros across the account. Are there any plans to implement this in Patch 4.0?
A29: At the 4.0 timing, the amount of macro slots will increase by 100. This slot is shared with characters under the same account. Please move any macros you would like to use with other characters in this section. With this, players will have 100 macro slots for the character, and additional 100 slots shared within the account.
Q32: Are there additional Gold Saucer GATEs, rewards, and minigames planned?
A32: Rewards will be added, but minigames and GATEs will be added later on in the 4.x series.
Q33: Along with the increase of the level cap, will our companion’s rank increase as well?
A33: The companion’s level is synced with the player’s level, so the level cap will automatically increase. As for rank, we will not increase it yet.
Q35: Are there any plans to add new character customization options, such as new face types or face paints?
A35: We’re adding new hairstyles, but there will be no changes to the character customization options. We’re planning to add variations of hairstyles through the aesthetician. Please be sure to leave any feedback, if you have any.
Q39: Could you please let us know the progress on the app where you can chat with your friends and FC members?
A39: With the app you will be able to access retainers without actually logging into FFXIV. Instead of the app just being simply used for chatting, we’re developing the app where if you pay, players will have access to other features, such as accessing the market board.
We’re currently testing the app, and it looks like we may be able to release it around end of the year, or the beginning of the next year. We apologize for taking so long on this, but we’re developing the app where all the FFXIV players can use.
Q47: Are there plans for the appearance of a young Au Ra NPC, similar to how Khloe is a young Miqo’te?
A47: They should appear in the Azim Steppe region. Khloe is a very unique NPC, so in comparison they may seem more simple.
Q49: Through art and trailers we see samurai wearing casual clothing, but will there be any armor-styled gear? I would like to see gear such as the Genji series from previous FF games!
A49: Putting aside whether or not we’ll have Genji gear, we have prepared armor-styled gear for the jobs.
Q50: I really like the feminine bosses and monsters that appear in instanced content. Will Patch 4.0 have beautiful, powerful female bosses similar to Sophia and Scathach? We are really looking forward to Lakshmi!
A50: Lakshmi’s Extreme version has finished testing. There was very little we needed to fix, but the lead mentioned “the battle balance is good. The model needs fixingâ€. We are pursuing the meaning of beauty, so please look forward to it.
Q51: In Heavensward, players were able to increase their item level through main scenario quest rewards, but will players be able to increase their item level in the same way in Stormblood?
A51: Similar to 3.0, players will be able to obtain gear through main scenario and side story quests. With 3.0 dungeons, there were times where gear for the role you wanted didn’t drop, or you may have lost the loot to other adventurers, so your item level may have increased slower due to these reasons. For these reasons, with the 4.0 dungeons, we made it so players can obtain the gear for their role after defeating the last boss in that dungeon.
Q52: Will we continue to have patch note readings in 4.0? I like the duo of Yoshi-P and Morbol, but I think it would also be great if voice actors read the patch notes.
A52: During the early access release on June 16th, we will once again be away at E3 in Los Angeles. As with 3.0, we will be locked in to a hotel in Los Angeles. As we are in Los Angeles, we will not be able to call upon any voice actors, and will be reading off the patch notes ourselves. Sorry!
 this is a good sign at least for whoever wants different race/colors in Doma/Othard.
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