[header] How to play final fantasy xiv [title] Create a new character or import one from version 1. [step] When playing ffxiv, you have a few options in terms of character creation. If you played the first version of the game, released in 2010, you can import your characters from that game. 
This gives you the bonus of being able to retain the inventory and skills you had, while still allowing you to change everything about your character's race, appearance, name, etc. If you did not play the original version of the game, you can create a new character.