Announcing the February Version Update (02/02/2026)

The next version update is scheduled for Monday, 9 February.

Read on for a list of items to be added in February.

Play On in 2026! Equipment Upgrade Campaign (29/01/2026)

The following campaigns will commence on Thursday, 12 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT)

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Campaign Period:
Thursday, 12 February, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Tuesday, 3 March, at 2:59 p.m.
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Read on for details.

WE ARE VANA'DIEL Website Updated! (28/01/2026)

The WE ARE VANA'DIEL website has been updated.

Read on for details.

Shami's Trove (27/01/2026)

Starting Tuesday, 3 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT), the special Shami's Trove event is your chance to open a treasure chest stuffed full of items specially procured by Shami himself!

There are various items waiting to be had, including a Lungo's Thesis.

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Event Period:
Tuesday, 3 February, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 8 February, at 2:59 p.m.
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Read on for details.

Announcing the Next Version Update (26/01/2026)

The next version update is scheduled for early February.

February brings with it monthly updates to Ambuscade.

The DRAGON QUEST X Collaboration Event Returns! (20/01/2026)

The DRAGON QUEST X collaboration event is returning after a four-year absence!

This special event is your chance to get your hands on some slime-themed equipment based on the famous monster from Dragon Quest X!



Whether you've yet to experience this event for yourself, or if you haven't obtained all of the available items, all are welcome to enjoy this tribute to the Dragon Quest X universe!

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Event Period:
Tuesday, 27 January, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 9 March, 2026, at 2:59 p.m.
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Read on for details.

Announcing the Winning Numbers for the New Year's Nomad Mog Bonanza 2026! (19/01/2026)

The official winning numbers for the New Year's Nomad Mog Bonanza 2026 have been drawn!

Check the System Message section when logging into FINAL FANTASY XI or speak with a Bonanza Moogle to see the winning numbers.

To claim your prize, trade the Bonanza pearl inscribed with your three-digit number to a Bonanza Moogle in one of the areas listed below.

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Collection period:
Monday, 19 January, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 8 February, at 2:59 p.m.
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■ Bonanza Moogle locations
Port San d'Oria (I-9) / Port Bastok (L-8) / Port Windurst (F-6) / Chocobo Circuit (H-8)




See here for more details and a list of potential prizes.

* Prizes available in the Nomad Mog Bonanza are in-game items and gil with no monetary value outside of the game.

The January 2026 Login Campaign Is Now Underway! (14/01/2026)

The January 2026 Login Campaign is now underway.

■ This month's featured items
- The new Suzaku Cap has been added.

■ January 2026 recommended alter egos
Cipher: Elivira
Cipher: Noillurie
Cipher: Koru-Moru
Cipher: Qultada
Cipher: King
Cipher: Rahal
Cipher: Leonoyne

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Point distribution period:
Wednesday, 14 January, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 1 February, at 2:00 p.m.

Point exchange period:
Wednesday, 14 January, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 8 February, at 2:59 p.m.
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Read on for details.


Also, as a special New Year's bonus, the login bonus for your 15th login this month will be increased from 500 to 700.

The January Version Update Has Landed! (13/01/2026)

In response to player feedback, January brings with it a new points system for contributing to the defeat of notorious monsters in Limbus, and you will no longer lose experience points in the Dynamis – Divergence shared area, making both areas easier to take on.

Elsewhere, adjustments have been made to the monster behavior as well as the gates in Besieged so it is easier to fight battles while also receiving the support effects from the Serpent Generals.

Read on for details regarding the version update.

New Beginnings in Vana'diel Support Campaign (09/01/2026)

Starting today, we're holding a special campaign to usher in the New Year and it will run for a total of four days.

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Campaign Period:
Friday, 9 January, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 12 January, at 2:59 p.m.
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Read on for details.