Hello there! I am new to this game, but an old friend to roleplay. I recently discovered that this game has a flourishing roleplay community, and I'd be lying if I said that wasn't what drew me towards Final Fantasy XIV. I have roleplayed quite actively for the past four years on Lord of the Rings Online, but the lore is beginning to feel a little suffocating after all this time. That being said, I have a few questions.
Is getting into Balmung as difficult as it sounds?
I am enjoying the trial version of FFXIV for the time being, and I don't mind not being in Balmung while I am working out the game mechanics. However, if I do end up subscribing, I would prefer to be able to roll a character in Balmung. Some topics I have perused have suggested transferring to Balmung might be easier than actually creating a character there. Is this so?
What are the peak hours/locations in Balmung?
I know that in Lord of the Rings Online, the roleplaying community has its peak hours of activity, and the most common places to find roleplayers at those times. Is it the same for Balmung? Is roleplay active all-around, where you can just wander into major cities and come across roleplayers?
What sets this roleplaying community apart from others?
If you have experience roleplaying in other games, especially in Lotro, I would love to hear what differences there are between the community. Similarities, even, if they are positive ones. What makes this community unique?
Should I be afraid of Square Enix's customer service?
While I have not seen many reviews that deter me from getting involved in the game, most of the negative reviews are complaints about customer service. I.E. account suspensions without reason, hours on hold on the phone, unwillingness to help customers, etc. Is this something that I should genuinely be worried about?
Do you recommend Steam?
This, I don't expect anyone to have the right answer for. Do you use Steam to launch FFXIV, or not? Do you know of any pros or cons related to Steam?
Is getting into Balmung as difficult as it sounds?
I am enjoying the trial version of FFXIV for the time being, and I don't mind not being in Balmung while I am working out the game mechanics. However, if I do end up subscribing, I would prefer to be able to roll a character in Balmung. Some topics I have perused have suggested transferring to Balmung might be easier than actually creating a character there. Is this so?
What are the peak hours/locations in Balmung?
I know that in Lord of the Rings Online, the roleplaying community has its peak hours of activity, and the most common places to find roleplayers at those times. Is it the same for Balmung? Is roleplay active all-around, where you can just wander into major cities and come across roleplayers?
What sets this roleplaying community apart from others?
If you have experience roleplaying in other games, especially in Lotro, I would love to hear what differences there are between the community. Similarities, even, if they are positive ones. What makes this community unique?
Should I be afraid of Square Enix's customer service?
While I have not seen many reviews that deter me from getting involved in the game, most of the negative reviews are complaints about customer service. I.E. account suspensions without reason, hours on hold on the phone, unwillingness to help customers, etc. Is this something that I should genuinely be worried about?
Do you recommend Steam?
This, I don't expect anyone to have the right answer for. Do you use Steam to launch FFXIV, or not? Do you know of any pros or cons related to Steam?
