MyFFXI's The NM: Issue 5: The September Version Update, What We Know So Far (Part II)
Hello MyFFXI members, Today we have more information that was released to us about this coming September version
update...
Adventurers of all stripes can look forward to enhancements galore in the upcoming September version update,
designed to make questing in Vana'diel more gratifying than ever!
If the first preview wasn't enough to whet your appetite, today we have the latest scoop on increased experience
and the Myriad Arms of Balrahn quest sequence that will at long last allow players to forge these mysterious and
highly anticipated mythic weapons.
Experience Boost
Loyal readers already know that the new Level Sync system and automatic scaling-down of equipment will add a
heretofore unheard-of level of freedom to party-based adventuring, but that isn't the least of it! With the new
version update, there will be more experience to be had as well!
Previously, enemies classified as "easy prey" or "a decent challenge" would provide a relatively paltry amount of
experience points, leaving career-minded adventurers understandably dismayed. No more, however! Vanquishing these
monsters will now lead to substantially larger helpings of EXP, to better reward players for braving the challenges
these still-formidable foes present.
Information on the Level Sync system and equipment scaling see, "MyFFXI's The NM: Issue 1: The September Version
Update, What We Know So Far." = http://myffxi.com/dignews/display_article/id_18/
"Nyzul Isle Investigation" Gets an Overhaul
The mythic weapon and new weapon skill quests have previously (07/29/2008) been introduced in this space. Today,
we'd like to bring you the latest details on these quests that have the potential to transform you into one of the
most lethal adventurers in the realm.
The conditions for embarking upon the new weapon skill quests will be twofold: you must be enlisted as a mercenary
in Salaheem's Sentinels, and you must be in possession of the job-specific weapon from the "Nyzul Isle
Investigation" Assault mission.
The requirements for completing these quests will vary depending on how far you have progressed in Nyzul Isle, so
it will behoove adventurers to be thorough in their reconnaissance of that murky labyrinth.
At the same time, an assortment of tweaks will be made to ensure that the mission goes smoothly:
[#1] Greatly increased chance of receiving your job-specific weapon!
Previously, only the nastiest adversaries in the darkest, dankest reaches of Nyzul Isle (Level 100) would part with
the job-specific weapons adventurers seek. Now, there is a possibility that foes on other floors will drop these
weapons as well, while defeating the denizens of Level 100 will guarantee you two job-specific weapons: one
randomly selected, and one matching the job of the player who operated the Rune of Transfer (the latter regardless
of whether or not that player also possesses the Runic Key.)
[#2] Progress saved to Runic Disc to be retained!
Previously, your recorded data would be reset upon completing Level 100 of the mission, reducing your Runic Disc to
a rather expensive paperweight until such time as you begin the mission anew. No longer, however, as your progress
data will now remain intact even after cleansing the Isle of its most deadly inhabitants, allowing you to return to
the most challenging levels for another chance at the weapon you seek!
[#3] Players who have already cleared Level 100 need not fear!
Brave adventurers who have already explored every nook and cranny of Nyzul Isle, do not fear—your achievements will
not go for naught! Even if your progress data has already been cleared, the Runic Key itself will now serve as an
express ticket to any level of the Isle (in increments of five) up to Level 96, giving you free rein to traverse
the area as you see fit!
[#4] Progress data to be stored for all party members!
With the new version update, floor data will be recorded and updated for all players, not only those who directly
operate the Rune of Transfer.
For their progress data to be updated, players must begin the mission on a floor equal to or lesser than the
maximum level currently recorded on their disc. Provided this condition is met, progress data will automatically be
updated each time a previously uncharted level is completed.
That sums up the major changes planned for the Nyzul Isle Investigation in the upcoming version update.
Players who have already embarked upon the quest sequence for their mythic weapon may tackle the new weapon skill
quests concurrently. Those players who have already received their Nyzul weapon and entrusted it to Abquhbah,
however, are encouraged to travel back to the Isle and acquire the weapon once more.
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Abquhbah will return your weapon if asked politely, but please note that this will result in all mythic weapon
quest data from "Duties, Tasks, and Deeds" onward being cleared from your record.
For previously released details on mythic weapons and the new weapon skills, "MyFFXI's The NM: Issue 1: The
September Version Update, What We Know So Far." = http://myffxi.com/dignews/display_article/id_18/
Lastly the First Accessory in the “Final Fantasy XI Players' Collection” Line is Now Closed!
The Final Fantasy XI Players’ Collection is an exclusive series of exquisite new accessories designed to bring you
even deeper into the world of Vana’diel.
Today, we’ve begun accepting orders for the first item in the series, the Tidal Talisman!
This stately pendant, wrought in the imposing shape of Leviathan, is an exclusive piece unobtainable elsewhere.
As an added bonus commemorating the release of the Players’ Collection, everyone who orders the talisman will also
receive an in-game item of the same name.
We have no plans to bring this item back in the future, so all players are encouraged to take advantage of this
unique one-time opportunity!
Product name: Tidal Talisman
Price: $42.99
SALE HAS STOPPED!!
Pendant material: Silver-plated metal
Strap material: Synthetic leather
Pendant size: Length 2.5” (64mm) Width 0.65” (16.5mm)
Strap length: Approximately 35” (90cm)
Bonus offer: In commemoration of the release of the “Final Fantasy XI Players’ Collection”, all buyers will also
receive the “Tidal Talisman” in-game item. Included with the product will be a campaign code allowing you to access
the in-game item. (Code valid until 2/28/2009)
Order deadline: Monday, September 1 at 6:00 pm.
NOW CLOSED!!
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You cannot teleport to areas you have not yet visited.
Furthermore, users who have not installed and completed registration for the expansion packs “Rise of the Zilart”
and “Treasures of Aht Urhgan” cannot teleport to the new areas.
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Source: http://www.playonline.com/pcd/topics/ff11us/detail/3646/detail.html
