Version Update Sneak Peek!Jul 17th, 2009 at 6:20 AM by Vlorsutes

With the July update only a few days away, the anticipation and speculation are at an all-time high. As a teaser to what all we can expect next week, Square Enix has announced three new additions and tweaks to the lucrative venture of crafting. From the creation of new bells and the expansion of the octaves to upgrades to the Ebisu rod, synthing will never be the same again.

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From Playonline.com:

In addition to the hoards of adjustments and new content promised thus far, the fast-approaching July version update will boast numerous overall improvements including an upgrade to the /bell command added this past April and scrumptious new synthesis recipes that will leave streets drenched in adventurer drool.

More Bells and Whistles for the /bell Command!


The /bell command added in the April version update will be expanded to allow two full octaves, including sharp and flat notes, to be played. From full-scale hand bell orchestras at Vana'dielian weddings to solo performances of your favorite tunes on street corners, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination!

Enhanced Ebisu Fishing Rods!


The ebisu fishing rod, looked upon by many as the mythic weapon of the angler community, is set to be on the receiving end of a potent upgrade. From the July version update onwards, wielders of this mighty king among fishing rods can expect an even bigger haul after a day at their favorite fishing spot.

Curry Favor with Curry Buns!


In response to popular demand from fans at the official 2008 festival event in Japan, it is with great pleasure that we announce "curry buns" as one of the latest additions to the diverse food synthesis menu. Be sure to pack a few in your gobbiebag before you head off on that next big adventure!

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Ding dong
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# Jul 20 2009 at 9:35 AM Rating: Good
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i've had a laugh reading some ppl's posts in this thread;

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This just in: AV defeatable by /belling the melody of "Jingle Bells"


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Damn.....I was hoping they adjusted the fireplaces in the MH so you could change the color of the flames. Maybe in the next update.




But why so many ppl are getting annoyed by this, calling SE Failure's makes no sence to me. News of the major parts of this update have already been realeased, this is just a final bit of extra's to complete it. Yes, nobody really cares about half the **** they have just stated, but to call SE failures for carrying on to release content for a game thats 'nearly dead' is stupid.

Even with the release of SE's new ff game, ffxi will still go on for years, half or more ppl might leave, that'll just mean servers will get combined. SE have said they will continue to release content for ffxi while ppl want to play it, and imo, thats great. If they stopped, then ffxi really would die out. Maybe thats what many of you want though?


On a sidenote:

I think i'll quite enjoy composing macro /bell songs, something to do while waiting for the pty to form, or the ??? to reapear, or the next Behemoth window.

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slow down
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# Jul 19 2009 at 7:48 AM Rating: Decent
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ok ppl slow down. you guys do get they have announced they are coming out with a new MMORPG, so why would they start adding huge content into a game that is gonna be almost dead when the new one comes out. new games take ppl away from older ones...did you guys not notice it when WoW came out and how many ppl left FF11 then? funny when ppl cry about new add-ons being soo small and time wasteing...do you not see the 100's of ppl that do the holiday events for days!!!every year!!!for ****!
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My thoughts
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# Jul 19 2009 at 6:45 AM Rating: Good
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I don't think anyone cares about these things being updated. I just think it feels like a slap in the face that they announce it like it is something significant. If they had just said nothing about it and then we got it in the update, nobody would be upset.
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Seriously?
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# Jul 18 2009 at 6:51 PM Rating: Excellent
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Damn.....I was hoping they adjusted the fireplaces in the MH so you could change the color of the flames. Maybe in the next update.
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/bell
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# Jul 17 2009 at 7:57 PM Rating: Excellent
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Pawkeshup wrote:
Support the community and take this down, this is a joke of an update. Seriously.


I would imagine these are the sentiments of about 90% of the ppl reading this.
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lolbells
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# Jul 17 2009 at 11:44 AM Rating: Decent
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hahahaha powerfull bells with octave effects!! i mean whoever is behind this shoud be set on fire in the gaming industry.
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lolbells
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# Jul 17 2009 at 9:35 PM Rating: Excellent
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This just in: AV defeatable by /belling the melody of "Jingle Bells"
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#REDACTED, Posted: Jul 17 2009 at 11:24 AM, Rating: Sub-Default, (Expand Post) Do I have to repeat myself. STOP expection too much from an update. You people need to really step back and look at the larger picture. If SE did everything you wanted all at once, the game would have problems again. I know most of you are new to the game. I remember all too well when they made a large update to the game and made alot of problems with the overall game system. AH was serchs failed alot, you couldn't even look things up. SE even made a point that they did too much too fast and it didn't help the problem at all. So before you make a complaint about the way SE does an update, stop and think a little. I do like the idea of making this game a little more comfortable to play, the little things do count. BUT.... I do understand what you are trying to say and to be blunt about it. YOU'RE ASKING FOR TOO MUCH . there's only so much they can do at one time. The more you get your hopes up the more you're just setting yourself up for a fall. As the saying goes, "be thankful for what you get, you could be getting nothing at all."
where's the beef?
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# Jul 17 2009 at 11:07 AM Rating: Decent
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after these nigh-pointless mini expansions, i expect a full game experience changing expansion for a reasonable and humble 19.99 price point.
and also intriguing story lines with intriguing rewards.
mithran homeland, eastern empire, lets get crackin' SE!

and i think this is the video you meant to post:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZ20N6syuwc

Edited, Jul 17th 2009 1:14pm by Uma
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where's the beef?
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# Jul 17 2009 at 1:56 PM Rating: Default
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Uma.. that video isnt avaliable in my country.. so no.. its not the one i meant to post!

crappy censoring bullcrap. FREE THE INTERNET I SAY!
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this should be the link posted
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# Jul 17 2009 at 9:43 AM Rating: Decent
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOU8GIRUd_g
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this should be the link posted
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# Jul 20 2009 at 2:47 PM Rating: Decent
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Damn I just been Rick Rolled ;.;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYZ0TD3GhUM&feature=related
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FAIL
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# Jul 17 2009 at 9:18 AM Rating: Good
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Square is on the Fail boat.

Edited, Jul 17th 2009 1:19pm by Sikekiz
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# Jul 17 2009 at 8:59 AM Rating: Good
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wheres my augment adj so i can stop getting these pesky -2vit -1agi +2dex on my Seer's tunic? :(
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do do do
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# Jul 17 2009 at 7:57 AM Rating: Decent
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you guys are acting like this is a big part about the update. these are the little things they are adding to the update not the only things. this shows that they still care about this game. if they just put out 3 add-ons with just gear wouldnt you think they are giving us one big thing so you dont quit before the new FF mmo is out? sorry your fave job didnt get a new ability.
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# Jul 17 2009 at 7:30 AM Rating: Good
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Why does everyone feel that an update has to be game changing to = win? Or that jobs have to be adjusted every update? Its the little things that matter in an eternally-long game. Little fun things, such as /bell or /dance don't change the game, but they do add a little flair to the game we already know and love.
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# Jul 17 2009 at 5:10 PM Rating: Good
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yea cause adding useless stuff makes your brain feel better all those years, why cant they make useful fluffs?
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# Jul 17 2009 at 12:50 PM Rating: Excellent
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It's more the idea that they are using this relatively useless information as a "Sneak Peek" at the update. Normally, a sneak peek should be something exciting. Watch any movie trailer, that's a sneak peek. It's supposed to be exciting, enticing, and get you excited.

Somehow, being able to ring bells better, fish better with a nearly impossible to obtain fishing rod, and eating their new balls doesn't exactly fill me with excitement.

If they labelled this, say, as just a miscellaneous update, our reaction wouldn't be so venomous.

Also, keep in mind some devs had to waste time they could have used on other items to add those bell items...
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The idea of old school is way more interesting than the reality
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Please remove this
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Support the community and take this down, this is a joke of an update. Seriously.
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Olorinus the Ludicrous wrote:
The idea of old school is way more interesting than the reality
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idea?
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# Jul 17 2009 at 7:09 AM Rating: Default
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what they need to do is add a better culinary guild in al zahbi area. not just for adv synthesis
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# Jul 17 2009 at 5:41 AM Rating: Good
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*yawn*
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# Jul 17 2009 at 5:51 AM Rating: Good
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This update is a joke right? Right? Someone please tell me this is a Happy Friday joke...
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*yawn*
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# Jul 17 2009 at 6:39 AM Rating: Decent
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You have to pay them 10$ to add in good things these days.
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*yawn*
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# Jul 17 2009 at 6:02 AM Rating: Good
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Boy...someone is scraping for ideas
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