February Topics, 2025
Joyous Spring Support Campaign (28/02/2025)
The following campaigns will commence on Tuesday, 11 March, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT)
Additionally, a new campaign will be added and the campaign period for the monthly campaigns will be extended due to everyone achieving 150% of Vana'Bout's target goal!
Campaign Period:Tuesday, 11 March, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 6 April, at 2:59 p.m. (GMT) / 3:59 p.m. (BST)
- Newly Added: Exemplar Points Bonus Campaign
- Chain Experience Bonus Campaign
- Chain Capacity Point Bonus Campaign
- Chain Monstrosity Bonus Campaign
- Assault - Nyzul Isle Uncharted Area Survey Mysterious Item Campaign
- Double Synthesis Skill Increase Campaign
- Surge Walk Campaign
- Skirmish Stone and Arcane Glyptics Campaign
- Skirmish Frenzy Campaign - PLUS!
- Voidwatch Campaign
- High-Tier Mission Battlefield Campaign
- Dynamis Granules of Time Campaign
- Combat and Magic Skill Increase Campaign
- Dynamis – Divergence Statue Crusher Campaign
Read on for details.
WE ARE VANA'DIEL Website Updated! (26/02/2025)
The WE ARE VANA'DIEL website has been updated with the second half of the special two-part interview featuring author and game designer Ryo Mizuno.
This time, we talk about his experience with FFXI, including his favorite builds and playing style, teaming up with his family members, and much more. He's also included a special message for all of you adventurers out there!
Read on for details.
- You can read Part 1 of the interview using the link below.
FFXI Adventurers Special Interview - Ryo Mizuno — Part 1 of 2
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the Next Version Update (25/02/2025)
The next version update is scheduled for early March.
March brings with it the introduction of Limbus-related items for sale, the return of the Matsui-P alter ego for a limited time only, plus the monthly updates to Ambuscade and a reduction to the number of hallmarks and badges of gallantry needed to trade for certain items.
The Doll Festival (21/02/2025)
The Doll Festival returns for a limited time only!
Event Period: Friday, 28 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Friday, 21 March, at 2:59 p.m.
Read on for details.
Vana'Bout - Round 4 is now underway! (14/02/2025)
Updated 6 March, 2025: The collection period for the personal rewards/overall rewards has been extended.
Round 4 of Vana'Bout is now live! This special event lets you join players from all of the game's Worlds to achieve a common objective!
Event Period
Friday, 14 February, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Friday, 28 February, at 7:59 a.m.
Complete the special Records of Eminence objective during the challenge period to earn plaudits for your efforts.
The total number of plaudits earned by adventurers from all of the game's Worlds will be tabulated and if it exceeds the target amount, the challenge shall be considered a success. If the players are able to achieve the goal, the Matsui-P alter ego will be returning with the March version update. In addition, a special Exemplar Points Bonus Campaign will be added to the available campaigns in March if everyone greatly exceeds the target number of plaudits!
See here for more on the overall plaudits earned, the available rewards, and other details regarding the event.
The February 2025 Login Campaign Commences Today! (13/02/2025)
The February 2025 Login Campaign is now underway.
Point distribution period:
Wednesday, 12 February, at 3:00 p.m. (GMT) to Tuesday, 4 March, at 2:00 p.m.
Point exchange period:
Wednesday, 12 February, at 3:00 p.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 9 March, at 2:00 p.m.
Read on for details.
Announcing the Winning Numbers for the New Year's Nomad Mog Bonanza 2025! (13/02/2025)
The official winning numbers for the New Year's Nomad Mog Bonanza 2025 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.
■ Collection period:
Thursday, 13 February, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Friday, 28 February, at 2:59 p.m.
■ 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.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
The February Version Update Has Landed! (12/02/2025)
Enjoy the monthly updates to Ambuscade and the addition of Cardians for the Macro Test feature. Limbus will also be temporarily shut down in order to implement various improvements.
Read on for details.
WE ARE VANA'DIEL Website Updated! (12/02/2025)
The WE ARE VANA'DIEL website has been updated with the first half of a special two-part interview featuring author and game designer Ryo Mizuno.
This in-depth interview covers how he first developed an interest in the fantasy genre, as well as his adventures within Vana'diel, all told from the perspective of his experience writing multiple fantasy novels and creating the world design for various table-top RPGs. Be sure to check it out!
Read on for details.
Vana'Bout - Round 4 is almost here! (07/02/2025)
We are ready to announce the dates for the next round of Vana'Bout, an event that lets you combine forces with players from all over the world!
Event Period
Friday, 14 February, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Friday, 28 February, at 7:59 a.m.
Complete the special Records of Eminence objective during the challenge period to earn plaudits for your efforts.
The total number of plaudits earned by adventurers from all of the game's Worlds will be tabulated and if it exceeds the target amount, the challenge shall be considered a success. If the players are able to achieve the goal, the Matsui-P alter ego will be returning with the March version update. In addition, a special Exemplar Points Bonus Campaign will be added to the available campaigns in March.
Also, starting this round, the requirements for daily objectives and Records of Eminence goals such as I'm on a Boat (VB), Obtain Hallmarks (VB), and Obtain Gallantry (VB) will be relaxed. The amount of plaudits necessary to receive the tiered personal rewards will also be adjusted.
We hope everyone is looking forward to participating in this event!
Read on for details regarding the overall rewards and personal rewards.
Echoes of Vana'diel Discount Campaign Coming Soon! (07/02/2025)
A special campaign will be made available to FINAL FANTASY XIV players, offering them a discount on FINAL FANTASY XI's basic service fee for a limited time.
If you know anyone currently playing FINAL FANTASY XIV that has yet to try FINAL FANTASY XI, or if they've been away from the game for a while, be sure to let them know about this opportunity to join you on your adventures throughout Vana'diel!
Campaign Period: Wednesday, 12 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Tuesday, 11 March, at 8:00 a.m.
Read on for details.
Announcing the February 2025 Login Campaign (06/02/2025)
The February 2025 Login Campaign will be held during the period below.
Point distribution period:
Wednesday, 12 February, at 3:00 p.m. (GMT) to Tuesday, 4 March, at 2:00 p.m.
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the February Version Update (05/02/2025)
The next version update is scheduled for Wednesday, 12
February.
Read on for a list of items to be added in February.
Valentione's Day is coming to Vana'diel once more!
Event Period: Monday, 10 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 24 February, at 2:59 p.m.
Read on for details.