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Thanks for the offers!! I rarely get a chance to play during the week - work & family keep me busy… But as soon as I get the chance to run some end-missions, I'll be sending word thanks again!

I heard that some of the end cut-scenes can't be watched in the Inn… or, at least, a lot of peoples' were bugged and they couldn't watch them. Is it fixed?

Heya, all "Tynik Zahnn, a little Lalafell Scholar, has recently made it so far as to be included in the Alliance's battle plans against the Empire. Currently, he is preparing for his first assault against Camp Westwind…" Not an RP request, but a request to help enjoy the story and end fights… I hear that a lot of Duty Finder groups are anti-cutscene, and I don't really want to get left behind… Ideally, I'd like to be able to enjoy the end of the main story and the fights. Are there any Free Companies that are willing to help a guy out? I play very casually, so any time in the next week or so, probably. Or, if anyone has suggestions on how I can get the most out of the end of the first story while still using Duty Finder, I'm open to input Thanks!

Cool! Thanks, guys. On a related note, is it worth it to start a new character, or should I just try to get my feet on my old one? I'm downloading the expansion now, to see what's new. I'd personally rather not start over, though I don't mind playing over again.

So, it's only been a few months, but I've been away from the game for long enough that I've gotten rusty. Lots to get used to, again. I haven't finished the Main Story Quest, so I guess that's first. Are there any Linkshells or Free Companies that are open to helping a almost-new-again player out? See you in the game!

It's open RIGHT NOW Just put an alt on. However, there WAS a queue to start playing, so the openess might have changed in the 20 seconds it took to name

Day 6 or 7ish: I'm beginning to get the impression that pirates are a serious problem around this place. Which is interesting considering how few boats I've actually been on, so far. Just today, Carbuncle and I foiled a pirate plot to explode a really, really big ship - not even in water, it was just sitting there on land being built. Then, not long after that, we uncovered an plot to explode everything ever... a plot being plotted by tattoo-faced pirates - who were, interestingly enough, the same pirates that were messing around near that filthy clay-man monster from earlier. And if Pirates weren't enough, we were even forced to fight off a masked mage and his pet demon! Anyway, it was a day full of heroic adventures from which Carbuncle and I triumphed - naturally. And while it was all in a day's work, even the Admiral of Limsa Lominsa herself came out to thank me personally and announce a celebratory feast in my honour! I'm very much looking forward to that! Interesting things seen: 1) A very large ship 2) A very large demon 3) A very large pirate 4) A very small mole beating up on a very innocent adventurer (I rescued him with some healing magic!)

Day 5 and thereabouts: It was a relatively uneventful day. I don't think I slew, maimed or killed a single thing. Unless you count fish… in which case, I slew a whole lot. Though uninteresting, it was an important day for a hero like me. Along with the invitation to stay in the city's inn, I was also told that I could join any other guild I desired. I assume it's because my heroics are in such high demand that it would be unfair not to allow me to assist elsewhere. First, the Fisherman's Guild (and the slaying of fish). It is as it sounds like - I was given a pole and told to go fish. A simple enough (if not utterly boring) task and, if my contributions made a difference in the lives and quotas of the city's fishery-stuff, then it was worth every moment. Next, I ran off to be a cook. While also introducing myself to the local Blacksmith and Armourer. Naturally, I was gifted at everything I tried and was practically begged to stay and help. And while I did spend a good long portion of the day cooking and armouring and blacksmithing, I still have bigger fish to fry, so to speak. Adventure calls! Interesting things seen: 1) A lot of really big ships 2) An entire city built on tall rocks and planks 3) A fun looking, flying toy ship following around a very large man-beast 4) A fish that was so big, to most accurately describe it's length I would have to hold one hand stretched all the way out to one side - and the other hand all the way out to the other side! (I caught it, by the way)

I've been keeping a journal for my character, when I can remember to do it. http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=9607 It's just silly fun

The next few days: Firstly, Carbuncle and I successfully slew those scoundrel pirates I mentioned on the last page. We barely broke a sweat and I was beginning to think that this might actually be a rather boring nation for a person of my heroic caliber. However, not long after that thought crossed my mind, things got a lot more interesting… My glowey blueish cohort and I were aiding a crew of reformed pirates from a local farming community - helpfully tracking down someone that I have forgotten, but am sure was important - when we were ambushed by the largest clay-man monster I have ever seen! And unlike the last one I saw, this one was very real! It was a fierce battle with spells and clay flying everywhere - but I returned to the pirate-farmers, dirty but triumphant! Day 4: I believe it's day four, though I'm honestly not sure. It's likely more, as days pass quicker than I notice - but 4 is a good number to re-start a count at, and so day 4 it is. Anyway, recognition! Word of my triumphs must be spreading, because the moment Carbuncle and I returned to the adventuring guild that I previously registered with, I was met with such fanfare! The fellow behind the desk who's name and title escape me, was so impressed with me that he practically handed me free-reign over his establishment and free-lodging to boot! I, of course, was hesitant to accept being tied down to any one spot in particular… but after being practically begged to stay and help save them from the future troubles that they expect to be getting into, I accepted. These folk are starting to understand the value of having a hero like me around, and I cannot deny them that pleasure. Nor can one sleep on dirt and stone forever! Interesting things seen: 1) A very large clay-man monster 2) Huge Windmills the size of castles 3) A friendly adventurer wearing a suspicious amount of leather 4) Some very large toads 5) A cat-lady wearing practically nothing!

I had fine luck on Gilgamesh, early mornings (about 5:00 to 6:00 am EST). The only time I saw Balmung open was immediately after the last maintenance, when I made my character there. If waiting for a server is keeping you from playing and enjoying the game, then I'd personally just transfer.

Wow, that's a huge help! Thanks! Gives me a lot of good ideas. I'll be playing around with my hotbar and trying out a few of those set-ups. And I am really enjoying Arcanist, so far - seems like a sink-or-swim way of getting used to the hotbar controls!

Days 1 through to current: It's been such an exciting few days, I finally have a chance to sit down and make notes. Lets see… Day one started on the boat to Limsa Lominsa. Though not my first time on a boat, it WAS my first time on water on a boat, so that was exciting. We even got attacked by Pirates! I can't wait for that to happen again! After arriving in the city, I was immediately recognized as an adventurer - of course I was. I am! - and was practically begged to assist the citizenry with their problems. Not one to let good people down, I registered with the local guilds and began. . Day two… I think: I began to learn the ways of the Arcanist, as I explored the land outside of the city - slaying some fiendish rats, man-eating ladybugs, blood-thirsty lambs, and other horrible villains. I am quite proud of my experiences so far and have even learned to summon an aetherial ally to assist me. He is an Emerald Carbuncle and we get along quite well together. Day or two after the previous day(s): Things did take an interesting turn when a friendly conjurer and I were attacked by a gigantic, rooty plant-like beast. Some odd things happened… but who can even remember. Too much excitement! I will try to remember to write again soon… I was recently asked to fight pirates (on land) so I shouldn't waste time. People need me! Interesting things seen: 1) A friendly fellow riding a fat chocobo. (Cheered me on - likely recognized me as a hero) 2) Many gigantic, rooty plant-like things. 3) A woman in a really pretty pink dress and hat 4) A huge lighthouse with a big glowey point at the top 5) So many people!

Gilgamesh can also be pretty tough. It took a few tries to get a character on there… I successfully rolled one at around 6am (EST) on Monday (I think) of this week.

I'm playing as an Archanist and find flipping around through hotbars to be hard to get used to. I always forget what is where and end up just flipping through them with R1 until I find what I want... Is there an easier way to do it that I'm missing? Maybe with Stance-specific hotbars? Or is it just something I need to get used to?

Thanks, man! I haven't played with Macros too much, yet - Still not sure what will work best for me. But, I'd love to hear how you set up your hotbar positions and any tips on when to write a useful macro. I haven't gotten set in any ways, and want to experiment a bit while I can. Feel free to PM me, whenever you like - no rush at all. And always, much appreciated!

Cool! Very useful info I'll try my Second Screen app and look into getting an inexpensive keyboard if it doesn't work out. I really like the idea of making certain hot bars appear when I change stance. And using the L1+L2 thing… I looked into it a bit and it's probably a nice touch. I was a little worried that I'd be limiting myself too much by only using a controller, but from what I'm reading, SE made it a really feasible way of playing.

Oh, yeah… good thinking. That might be an interesting thing to test

Actually with enough practice you can rival keyboard typing! Im solely PS4 and I type so fast I can hold a rapid conversation with several people on a Daily basis! All about the fingerwork my friend, use the controller enough and your fingers type without a second thought. Awesome! I was a little concerned that it might be harder to type and play, when using the controller. Do you find it hard to multitask with typing in combat?

I did a quick search and didn't see any similar threads (if I missed it, please link and you can disregard this one)… But are there any PS4 players who have advice in regards to controller vs. Keyboard/Mouse? Using the in-game chat, getting used to the cross-hotbar, etc. I like using the controller and I can see how I can get used to the Cross-Hotbar with a little practice and customizing - but it's obviously terrible for chatting. I run a Mac at home, so I'm only limited to my PS4… and I'd rather not go get a new keyboard/mouse just for the one game. Any tips that fellow consolers found works for them?

I think it's open right now... I started and successfully logged in to a new character I just made on Balmung

Thanks. Glad you approve

HCool! Thanks for the reply. I won't stress it, then... I'll just have fun and decide if I need a change later.

Thanks! I just started a new character on Gilgamesh, so I'll be playing around with her after work. I understand there's a lot of discussion over Gilgamesh vs Balmung? It seems hard to get a character on the later, but are there any pros and cons, or is it just personal preference? I personally prefer some casual role playing, and will always favour a friendly community over anything.

thanks for the warm welcomes! I hope to stick around for a while and I'm sure I'll have plenty of questions as I get further into it