Every year, the Final Fantasy XIV team gathers for a special 14-hour marathon broadcast to celebrate the game's anniversary. This is set to kick off at 8:00pm Pacific time on Friday, October 7th and into the wee hours of the morning. However, if you want to catch the Live Letter part of the stream, that will take place at 10:00pm Pacific on Friday. Keep in mind that the topics for this latest Live Letter will be a reflection on Patch 6.2 content, but should have more details on what's to come in Patch 6.25. Said patch will introduce a new tribal quest series featuring the Omicron, new high level Variant and Criterion dungeons, Manderville-themed weapon enhancement quests, and the continuation of Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures. The scenario team will also be stopping by to share more on their creative process and development, including senior story designers Natsuko Ishikawa and Banri Oda with lead story designer Daichi Hiroi. The full schedule for the 14-hour broadcast is as follows (all times Pacific Daylight Time): 10/7 — 08:00PM — Introduction10/7 — 09:30PM — Letter from the Producer Live Part LXXIII10/8 — 12:00AM — Listen Up, It's Quiz Time: New Music Has Been Added10/8 — 02:30AM — Welcome

In the 6.21 patch notes for Final Fantasy XIV, which will be available shortly after the maintenance session to implement it, some adjustments have been made to the final boss featured in the Pandaemonium: Abyssos dungeon — specifically the Savage difficulty version of it. Typically, this mode features a unique second form of the boss not seen in the normal or "story" version of the raid. The team writes: "In our endeavor to create an encounter more challenging than Asphodelos: The Fourth Circle (Savage), the team responsible for final adjustments spent a great deal more time than usual working on balance for this raid battle.Under normal circumstances, the DPS of this team serves as a base for determining a boss HP value that results in clears as close to the time limit as possible. However, as extra time was dedicated to testing this battle, the team's overall performance proved to be higher than usual. As a result, the base values used for adjustments were too high, with final values roughly 1% higher than intended. We have reduced the boss's HP to bring the battle in line with our initial balance projections. We apologize for any inconvenience caused." This raid tier was something of an

The second major patch to follow Final Fantasy XIV's Endwalker expansion goes live Tuesday, August 23rd. Patch 6.2 Buried Memory features new content and features that we've summarized below — including where to unlock them. Note that some items are marked for Patch 6.25, which is planned to release roughly two months after 6.2. Check it out — and while you're here, we've got details on the return of The Rising seasonal event set to go live August 27th. The Moonfire Faire seasonal event is set to end on August 28th, so don't miss out! Main Scenario Quests: Buried Memory Unlock:In Search of Azdaja— Speak to Varshahn @ Radz-at-Han (X: 4.4, Y: 9.8)— Players must first complete the main scenario quest "A Satrap's Duty."— Level 90 Required Five millennia ago, the great wyrm Azdaja vanished into the void, and for long years Vrtra had despaired of being reunited with his dear sister. With the encouragement of his people, however, he has found the resolve to search for her, and sets forth with the Warrior of Light for a world engulfed in Darkness... Raid Dungeon: Pandæmonium: Abyssos Unlock:An Unwelcome Visitor— Speak to Claudien @ Labyrinthos (X: 8.6, Y: 27.5)— Chronicles of A New Era "Who Wards the Warders" Completion

The Rising limited-time seasonal event returns to Final Fantasy XIV from August 27th through September 12th. The 9th Anniversary festivities will see players hang with the enigmatic Wandering Minstrel for an exclusive quest for which they can earn a 'Clockwork Solus' minion. Items available in previous iterations of the event can also be purchased from the Online Store at a discount. Take a look at the event details below, and, while you're here, there's also a Moogle Treasure Trove event set to run through the launch of Patch 6.2 on August 23rd and the Moonfire Faire summer event is still on August 28th. We also had a recent Live Letter which previewed a ton of new 6.2 content. "On August 27, FINAL FANTASY XIV celebrates its ninth anniversary with the Rising. Be sure to join the rest of Eorzea for this year's festivities!" Quest Newfound Journey Location: Speak to the Wandering Minstrel @ Uldah — Steps of Nald Requires: Level 15, travel to Ul'dah/Thanalan region. "The wandering minstrel has a request for an experienced adventurer."Start: Saturday, August 27, 2022 @ 12:00 AM (PDT)Stop: Monday, September 12, 2022 @ 7:59 AM (PDT) Rewards Minions: • Clockwork Solus Final Fantasy XIV • The Rising 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMImzBvoLj8 2021 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=km8P_62-AV8 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsGo7hLf0cs 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-6a4stORi0 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnR9Fy3Br_s 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRf4zrPjo5U 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIFKauq-SUA

In the 72nd Letter from the Producer Live broadcast, Final Fantasy XIV director/producer Naoki Yoshida and global community manager Toshio Murouchi revealed new information on Patch 6.2 as well as other content and system changes expected in the new patch. We’ve summarized the major information below — check it out! Patch 6.2 Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5vqrKfADW4 What's New in Patch 6.2 A recap of 6.2 content: the main scenario will continue, and side quests will feature the continuation of Tataru's Grand Endeavor and Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures (Patch 6.25).The new weapon enhancement quests will be part of "Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures" and will begin in Patch 6.25.The Omicrons will be added as the latest Tribal quest in Patch 6.25; their quests are intended for Disciples of the Land (gathering) classes.A new instanced dungeon 'The Fell Court of Troia' will be added as part of the main scenario. A new un-named trial as well as it's Extreme-difficulty counterpart will also be added.'Pandæmonium: Abyssos' has been added as a new normal raid (8-players). The Savage difficulty version will be released one week after 6.2 launches (August 30). The team wants to see how the staggered release and tomestone acquisition affects things this time as a test run. The team is looking for feedback

The Moonfire Faire limited-time seasonal event returns to Final Fantasy XIV from August 10th through August 28th. The beachside summer festivities will see players return to Costa del Sol for an exclusive quest for which they can earn a 'Summer Sunset' attire well-suited for the blistering heat. Items available in previous iterations of the event can also be purchased from the Online Store at a discount. Take a look at the event details below, and, while you're here, there's also a Moogle Treasure Trove event set to run through the launch of Patch 6.2 later this month. We'll also learn more about the new patch during a new Live Letter broadcast on Friday, April 12. "As the realm swelters in the summer heat, the decorations lining city streets and fireworks blooming in the night sky make for much more pleasant reminders of the season. Now is the time to escape to Costa del Sol, where tranquil waters and the Moonfire Faire await!" Quest A Matter of Course Location: Speak to Mayaru Moyaru @ Limsa Lominsa, Upper Decks Requires: Level 30, travel to Limsa Lominsa/La Noscea region. "Mayaru Moyaru is perched in his usual spot in the Aftcastle, quivering with excitement to tell you all about this

Square Enix has announced the date for the next Letter from the Producer Live, covering all things Final Fantasy XIV. On August 12 starting at 4AM PDT (7AM EDT), fans can tune in to the 72nd broadcast of the show to catch the latest on the upcoming Patch 6.2 "Buried Memory", which is scheduled to release at the end of that month. While we're set to hear more on things like the main scenario and new 8-man raid content, further information on gameplay adjustments, Island Sanctuary content and various quality of life changes are also expected. The presentation, which will be presented with Japanese audio only, but with slides that include both Japanese and English text will also delve into miscellaneous updates. The broadcast can be viewed on Square Enix's usual channels including YouTube, Twitch and Niconico. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSF-0NsvuU8

Final Fantasy XIV's limited-time event Moogle Treasure Trove is set to return on Monday, July 25th through the launch of Patch 6.2 Buried Memory in late August. During this period, completing certain duties will reward you Irregular Tomestones of Verity, which can be exchanged with the Itinerant Moogle station in each starting city-state. Of particular note: the Demon Brick Earring is an exclusive item, along with the rare Ufiti mount and Wind-up Elvaan minion. "In recent years, demand from collectors and historians has led to a surge of adventurers seeking tomestones, those mysterious relics of the Allagan Empire made to record and keep its secrets. Some small number of the artifacts, unique for the peculiar sort of knowledge contained within, have piqued the interest of the eccentric─in particular, itinerant moogles, who come bearing rare goods of their own to exchange for these "irregular" tomestones." Duties Complete duties to earn Irregular Tomestones of Verity: Alliance Raids Lv. 70 The Orbonne Monastery Lv. 70 The Ridorana Lighthouse Lv. 70 The Royal City of Rabanastre Normal Raids Lv. 70 Alphascape V1.0 Lv. 70 Alphascape V2.0 Lv. 70 Alphascape V3.0 Lv. 70 Alphascape V4.0 Lv. 70 Sigmascape V1.0 Lv. 70 Sigmascape V2.0 Lv. 70 Sigmascape V3.0 Lv. 70 Sigmascape V4.0

Maintenance has begun for Final Fantasy XIV 6.18, an interstitial patch that will debut the Data Center Travel function, refresh raid token acquisition, the launch of PvP Season 2 including adjustments for PvP actions and properties for various roles. Below, we've collected information about what to expect when maintenance concludes. Recently, Patch 6.2 Buried Memory, was announced for Late August, which will continue the main scenario quest, add a new raid tier to Pandæmonium, island exploration, variant dungeons, and more. We've got the summary of the new information here. Data Center Travel & Data Center Expansion After being delayed for various logistical issues including an explosion of player growth, Data Center Travel has been implemented in Patch 6.18. To quickly explain how the population of Final Fantasy XIV is divided, there are three ascending tiers: Regions are at the top, and are separated in the real world by their physical distance; they include: North America, Japan, Europe, and Oceania. Each region hosts several data centers.Data Centers are below regions, and each data center hosts several Worlds. Aether, Crystal, and Primal data centers compose the North America region. After 6.18, you will be able to travel to another World belonging to another data center from the

In the 71st Letter from the Producer Live broadcast, Final Fantasy XIV director/producer Naoki Yoshida and global community manager Toshio Murouchi revealed the first look at the game's upcoming Patch 6.2 and what players can expect when it launches in the coming weeks. We’ve summarized the major information below — check it out! Patch 6.18 Tuesday, July 5 Release (after 24 hour maintenance)Data Center TravelAddition of Meteor to Japanese Data Center and World DistributionAddition of New Worlds to European Data CenterReplacement of server equipment in European Data Center Patch 6.2 - Buried Memory Patch 6.2 is scheduled for late August 2022 and is titled "Buried Memory". Here's a look at what's to come: New main scenario quests. New sidequests: Tataru's Grand Endeavor continues (Players must first complete the Shadow of Mhach quest series to participate.)Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures (Patch 6.25). New Weapon Enhancement Quests (Patch 6.25). Unlocked in Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures are the legendary Manderville Weapons.Quest-centric progression which updates throughout the 6.x series. New Tribal Quests (Patch 6.25) - The Omicrons (Disciple of the Land (Gathering). New Dungeon - The Fell Court of Troia. New Trial - it's a secret! Of course there will be an extreme version.New Raids - Pandaemonium: Abyssos and Abyssos (Savage). The Savage raid will be released one week after