Episode 34 – Sounds of Sigh-lence

In the first episode of 2017, Klauss, Chille, and Seyrr talk about the upcoming patch 3.5, discuss what we know and what we are speculating about with Stormblood, and Seyrr hits us with lore about Rhalgr the Destroyer. We announce the winners of our Ratings contest, and wish Luna a speedy recovery from the black plague, or was that dysentery?

Show Links:

YouTube video of podcast: https://youtu.be/30NZIxmxXjw
Patch 3.5 Information page: http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/pr/special/3_5_The_Far_Edge_Of_Fate/
Screenshots from Famitsu article: http://www.famitsu.com/news/201701/05124262.html
Everything we know about Stormblood (From GamerEscape): http://gamerescape.com/2016/12/23/stormblood-everything-we-know/

Moogle-Go-Round Episode 18 – Tataru the Diva

Paul and Chille look back on 2016 as they wax nostalgic on what was introduced this past year in FFXIV. The crew is also joined by master Lorebrarian Seyrr from Phoenix Down Radio, as he brings an early Starlight gift to everyone in the form of one last lore segment of the year. Happy Holidays everyone!

Yoshida talks more in-depth about Jumping Potions

Bayohne has posted a translated post from Yoshi-P regarding the highly controversial jumping potions. The biggest thing mentioned is the fact that there will be two different types of potions; one that will bypass the story lines, and the other will jump the player’s level. From the post:

     The types of Jumping Potions

  • While often referred to as a “jumping potion,” we are actually separating this into two different potions that have different effects, so with that said I would first like to define what they are and clarify the main points that will be discussed.
    1. Story Skip Potion
  • This is a potion that will allow you to complete the progress of the main story, and it’s a shortcut through the main scenario.
  • This is currently on sale for the Chinese and Korean versions of the game under the name of “Adventuring Records of A Realm Reborn.” By purchasing this item and using it, it allows you to automatically clear through the final main scenario quest of Patch 2.55, “Before the Dawn.” I’ll speak more on the specifics of how it works below.
  • Furthermore, we’re in the midst of developing the “Adventuring Records of Heavensward” item for the Chinese and Korean versions. This is also a potion that will allow you to clear the main scenario quests through the end of Patch 3.5 Part 2.
  • To compare this to a television series, season one is A Realm Reborn, season two is Heavensward, and the newest expansion Stormblood will be season 3. With this potion, you’ll be watching the memoirs of season 1 and 2 from an inn, and then actually watching season 3. Naturally you will have to actually watch the latest season, so the short cut will only allow you to skip through to the end of the previous season.
    2. Job Jump Potion
  • This is a job leveling potion that can be applied towards a single job. We’ve prepared the potions on a job to job basis such as “Adventuring Records of the Paladin” and “Adventuring Records of the Warrior,” so it’s not the case that you will be able to use a single potion and instantly max out all of the jobs.
  • By purchasing and using this potion, the respective job will jump to level 50. (When Stormblood goes on sale, this will be upgraded to a potion that will jump the job up to level 60, and we plan to eliminate the current level 50 potion.) Furthermore, at the moment we also distribute weapons at a certain item level to go along with this, as well as multiple silver chocobo feathers, which can be exchanged for item level 130 equipment of your choosing. This will equip that job with the minimum equipment needed.
  • With this potion, the player will have to experience the main scenario for themselves, so the main usage would be for those people who want to increase their level to the previous level cap and/or level up additional jobs a bit more efficiently.
  • There are no potions for machinist, dark knight, and astrologian since these require the expansion, and we’re still discussing whether we will add them with the release of Stormblood. We’ve already decided that we will not be including potions for the new jobs that are going to be implemented with Stormblood. (This is based on the core principle that we want players to level the new jobs themselves.

 

Yoshida goes on to explain that in order to utilize either version of a jump potion, they must have an active service account and be playing a monthly sub. Free trial accounts are not eligible. Once these requirements have been met, the player will be able to purchase a potion from the MogStation. Currently, these potions are available for Chinese and Korean players, and cost the equivalent of about 2500 Yen (between $20-25)

Read the full post on the Lodestone.

Tis the season for giving!

The holidays are here, and we hope everyone is in a giving mood! One of the things on our wish list is getting reviews on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and other podcatcher programs. Its a process that takes just a few moments, but is immensely helpful to us. But we’re also feeling the giving spirit, and want to give away minions and mounts to random reviewers as a thank you. We have picked up 2 Bennu mounts, and plan on giving away a number of minions as well. Let us know what name and platform you posted your review under and you’re entered. Thanks for your support in 2016, and Happy Holidays!

 

Edit: Apparently Google Play Music doesn’t have a rating system yet, but you can rate on Stitcher by going to our podcast page, http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/phoenix-down-radio or by searching for us in the iTunes app on your computer or iPhone/iPod/iPad.

Episode 33 – A Holiday Revue in Review

In the final episode of 2016, Klauss, Seyrr, Luna, and Chille talk about the things they liked and disliked in FFXIV the past year, and things they would like to see in the coming year. They also discuss Final Fantasy XV, and Seyrr tells us all about the lore behind Sophia. Happy Holidays from everyone at Phoenix Down Radio!

Show Notes
YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ZnldEbJE0hU
A Stage Reborn’s I Want to be Your Canaryhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1711372755843055/

Moogle-Go-Round Episode 17 – No Tattoo!!?

Seyo Meyo rejoins Paul and Chille this week as they discuss information from Live Letter 33 and talk about Final Fantasy XV, which was released this week.

Episode 32 – Thal’s Balls of Fire!

Pushing through after suffering from post-thanksgiving food comas, the PDR team talks about the latest info from the live letter held on Black Friday, and gives our reactions to the upcoming patch 3.5. Seyrr discusses Nald’thal (balls and all) and Chille wonders what the big deal about eating turkey on a Thursday is.

Show Notes:
YouTube Video of show: https://youtu.be/ziiE4EXZZ0U
GamerEscape Translation of Famitsu Interview: http://gamerescape.com/2016/11/15/famitsu-sits-down-with-naoki-yoshida-at-fan-festival/
Eorzean Home Makeover (Extreme Edition) Contest: http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/311146
The Primals – Locus Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LIw6Vnt2MI

Moogle-Go-Round Episode 16 – Food, FFXIV, and More Food!

Maelstrom Radio joins us on this episode to talk about food, as well as why the FFXIV and WoW player base seems to hate each other, but mainly food.

Show links:
Maelstrom Radio – www.maelstromradio.com
Twitter: @maelstrom_radio
Email: show@maelstromradio.com

Episode 31 – Derailed

With the rush of FanFest slowly dwindling, we discuss the state of the game, and ask the question, is the latest round of content too easy? Luna fills in for a missing Seyrr this week to discuss things she has learned from the Encyclopedia Eorzea, and Chille wonders why he keeps agreeing to guest host with us each episode.

YouTube video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ts-Y_kzNVSM

Moogle-Go-Round Radio Episode 15 – FFXIV vs WoW

On this episode, we decide to do some comparisons between Final Fantasy XIV and World of Warcraft, and are joined by Skyfiah and Binkari_bink, a couple from the UK wo play a number of different MMO’s. We also talk a bit about the new additions from Patch 3.45.

Show Notes:
Binks and Skyfiah on Twitch: twitch.tv/binkari_bink
Binks and Skyfiah’s website: bunkfish.tv