October has officially come to an end, and it has been quite the month for FFXIV to say the very least. I know some of you may have missed things, so let's take a brief moment to recap the month of October, 2010.
Community News
Synthesis FAQ, Part 1 - Up until this point, Square Enix really left players in the dark as to how synthesis worked in FFXIV.
Synthesis FAQ, Part 2 - The first part of the Synthesis FAQ really wasn't enough, so take time to read this one, too.
Battle Regimens and Incapacitation in FF14 - Learning how to set up Battle Regimens and Incapacitate mobs is one feature that sets FFXIV apart from the rest of the MMO's out there.
Ask the Devs: Character Creation - The develops took time out of their busy schedules to answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding character creation and much more.
Free Trial Period Extension - This was pretty much the most groundbreaking news of the month. As an apology to the players, SE decided to give players another free month for releasing an unfinished game.
Ask the Devs: Party-based Combat, Guildleves and Quests - This was a monstrous section of Ask the Devs, and the information released was extremely invaluable. If you are playing FFXIV, make sure you take the time to read this if you are yet to do so.
Ask the Devs: Maps, Enemies and Class Ranking in FFXIV - Aside from the Maps section(anybody with common sense should know it already), this is an absolute must-read for anybody!
FFXIV Origin Features and Articles
Parleying in FFXIV - Once you complete the Discipline Rank 15 Main Quest, you learn the ability Parley. Engaging in one can get you lots of cool stuff, so take the time to learn how it's done!
Powerleveling Alchemy to Rank 10 - The easiest way to powerlevel Alchemy involves lots of patience and muddy water, but the time spent is well worth it.
Getting your Alchemist to Rank 20 - You should have a Rank 10 Alchemist, learn how to take the next step and boost Alchemy all the way up to Rank 20!
Path Companion, Rank 26 Main Quest Video - If you still haven't got to a high enough rank in FFXIV, check out these videos - they show exactly how Path Companions function in FFXIV.
Incapacitation and You in FFXIV - Don't read about incapacitation, I took the time to make a short and very informative video about it.
Toll of the Warden - Zissling got to Rank 30 when most players were still battling it out with low level marmots. He captured every second of the Rank 30 Main Quest on video, and edited out all the boring stuff just for you!
Powerleveling Goldsmithing in FF14 - You have already learned how to boost your Alchemy skill, so let's move onto Goldsmithing.
The Great FF14 Leveling Guide Scam - Don't fall prey to the leveling guides out there - learn why you should save your money for cooler things.
Reflecting on the Latest FF14 Changes - I took some time out to examine the big changes to FFXIV in Mid-October. I covered such things as the Trial Extension, the New Market Wards, and Notorious Monsters!
Guide Contest Winners - The first FFXIV Origin Guides Contest had a pretty good turnout - find out who won.
Community Threads
The New Market Ward System - This has been an extremely hot topic ever since the new Market Wards have been implemented.
Gear Levels - Varizen has taken the time to do some research on the gear level requirements in FFXIV.
The Partying Guide - This is still a work in progress, and it's already one of the finest guides you will find anywhere!
Fade to White - If you just achieved Rank 20 and are somewhat lost, refer to this guide and complete the Main Quest right away!
Resource Gathering Log - Feel free to drop a line if you have any information regarding resource gathering of any kind.
On a final note, I would like to wish you a Happy Halloween. Be safe, and I will see you in November!
