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Let's discuss the stories in the Final Fantasy games. by resephin truegaming

[–]Coolx3 4 points5 points ago


First off, amazing. You friggin nailed it. That magical social experience that FFXI so effortlessly crafted is something that many people continue to chase and rarely seem to find. The world was so carefully crafted, and its stories had a great attention to detail (its the little things, like running through Lu Faise Meadows and seeing a rainbow in the horizon, thinking "Oh someone may have just become a summoner). I feel like this kind of environment (coupled with how co-dependent you were on others for practically EVERYTHING, fostered strong teamwork). It was perfect for having players successfully define their own story with Vanadiel as their backdrop.

I also think its worth noting that early in FFXI there was an emphasis on how well you played your job that wasn't exactly dependent on your gear. Players had reputations built on their knowledge of playing their role in the party system, reliability, and maturity. You could get away with non GOD like gear if you could play your job competently and genuinely contributed to moving the group forward.

Many people that played remember FFXI fondly and could talk about it as if it had really existed. I've frankly never heard any other MMO get that kind of praise.

Can anyone help identify the background song? I've been looking all over! by Coolx3in FinalFantasy

[–]Coolx3[S] 0 points1 point ago


Noooo... but thank you for trying anyway.