FFXI CAGers Unite @ Diabolos

[D4rkewolfe]

Well I was thinking that perhaps we should make a linkshell together. I'd think it'd be another good game we could play online. I used to be in the Windurstian Alliance during the beta test, and I'm just waiting for my HDD and game now. Also my friend gave me this little tip to be in the same server.

Well basically this is for those who partied up with me in FFXI during the beta testing. I'll be joining the Diabolos server to meet up with a friend of mine, here is a way to join a certain server:

You cant select what server you pick, it picks for you at random. So, this is how you get around it. When you create a character, before you pick what handle to link it to, it'll tell you what server they are on. then you will just cancel out and delete that character and start over. it is time consuming, but its a lot cheaper that buying a world pass. Then when you get what server you want, just accept.

See, who says you can't be cheap in a game too. I'd really like to do this, since I don't know a lot of gamers around where I am.

It seems XBoxMaster will get us world passes, at least what he can afford, but the rest can split to get CAGs to join the server. We will hopefully see more, and more CAGs join us.

[Mr. Anderson]

Dude, this is a great idea. I'm so freakin' stoked for FFXI after reading OPM's cover story on it. I nearly started having diarhea when I read it on the can last night. The only problem is that this is a REALLY expensive game. I only have 70 bucks, and I need the HDD and a wireless net hookup

[Alpha2]

I did this when I got the PC version, it took me 2 hours of deleting and remaking characters to hit the Siren server where my friend was at. But I dunno, WPs are like an average of 2000 gil at most a lot easier to get with a couple of days of hunting than it was during the beta.

But then again I play THF. *yoink!* CHA-CHING!x2

[D4rkewolfe]

Alpha, explain to me the world pass. Cause honestly I remember buying one when I was visiting Bastok, but I had no idea what it was for. How does it work. Do you just visit the other server...or go there and stay there, or what? Can I say, start in San D'oria and with the world pass go to another server and establish myself as a Windurstian?
See I like Windy, but I want to get my ring this time for my elvaan.

[Alpha2]

The WP is simply a code you'd tell your friend to enter when making a new character, it will allow hiim to automatically be created on your server. it lasts for 3 or 4 weeks and can be used for a certain amount for characters(which ever happens first) in over words if you want to be on a different server someone has to buy it for you.

Rings are only for Races that spawn in their respective countries. Elvaan must come from Sand'oria, Taru and Mitra from Windy and Hume and Galka from Bastok.

[D4rkewolfe]

Just 3 or 4 weeks? Well if it works only for new characters, what happens when that time is done? Does the character just go into limbo or what?

[Alpha2]

When the pass runs out, whatever character made under it stays on that server untill you delete it.

[D4rkewolfe]

Rings are only for Races that spawn in their respective countries. Elvaan must come from Sand'oria, Taru and Mitra from Windy and Hume and Galka from Bastok.
I knew that, I was just confused on the whole wp thing. I probably will be an Elvaan like last time, but I wouldn't mind getting my ring. I still want to start in Windy like last time...but that means I would be a Taru if I want a ring...cause to me being a Mithra is not an option...unless a male version shows up, then maybe. It'll be too much to start in San D'oria and then change citizenship...about how long do you wait can you change?

[Alpha2]

If you can make it to another country alive you cant change at level 1. A friend of mine went from Sando to Bastok his first day (mostly because he was lost) but he did make it.

But if you;re a sensible person you dont even concider trying untill level 15.

[XboxMaster]

Ummm, I'm almost positive FFXI isn't mic usable on the PS2, but it isn't, right? If I'm wrong then I'm definitely gonna get it.

[Alpha2]

Unless they choose to make it availible in a patch for broadband users which I doubt.

The only way would be through one of the 3rd party PC chat applications, if you had your PC and PS2 close to each other and play through an ethernet connection you could use it that way.

[Mr. Anderson]

Yeah, well, this kidna sucks. There's no way all, or even most, FFXI CAGers could get on the same server. Especially if they wanted to play with friends not on CAG. Well, it was a great idea.

[D4rkewolfe]

Well it's close to that time. Me personally I am going for the Titan Server, either by trying to get in for 2+ hours or see if I can get a world pass.

I will be an Elvaan and start out in San D'oria this time, even though I was a Windurstian last time I want my starting ring. So who else is willing to try for Titan? I think I'm just going for that one server, whether or not I get a WP.

So anyone up for it? Start with me in San D'oria and party up? I'll get on right after work. Though I may not spend a lot of time, I know on Friday night it's all good :D

[MorganWebbLover]

I also beta tested FFXI so I should be geting it for free any day now. I'm just not sure if I want to play it all that bad I might sell it on Ebay or trade it here on CAG's. But if I do keep it maybe we can all join up for a game .

[D4rkewolfe]

Yep, we sure lucked out with getting the free HDD and the game. Saved me $100 right there. Now all I got to see how I can save $ on the fees. I do want to play with some people here, and all start out around the same level and just hang out.

[XboxMaster]

Well, I'm almost certain I'm gonna get XI on laumch, so I guess I'm interested in meeting up. I'm just iffy about either missing out on the ring on my race, having to get a WP, or spend extra time on trying to get the right server. What does the ring do you for you anyway?

[Mr. Anderson]

I was going to try for Bahamut, but if everybody else is signing on to Titan, then so be it. Just be sure to confirm that, I don't want to get on Titan for nothing.

[D4rkewolfe]

Yeah I will definitely go to Titan Server. As I said I will be going to San D'oria because I will be an Elvaan and I want my ring.

Basically XBoxMaster the ring boosts certain stats, and the only way to get them is to start in your homeland. I'll list the race, their homeland, and what stats are changed.

Humes - Bastok +1DEX,+1VIT,+3HP
Elvaan - San D'oria +1STR, +1MND, +1DEF
Taru - Windurst +3 MP, +1 Agi, +1 Int
Mithra - Windurst +3 MP, +1 Agi, +1 Int
Galka - Bastok +1DEX,+1VIT,+3HP

Later on you can purchase a ring with conquest points but you have to be a certain level. I just want to begin with it.

[Mr. Anderson]

Yes, I'll be an Elvaan too, so D4rkwolfe, maybe we can hook up and kick some ass.

[XboxMaster]

I'm up for that as well. Can you like private message ppl across servers?

[red flare graf]

I'm gonna try and pick it up at Best Buy at launch on my way to my eye doctor so I'll probably be on in the afternoon when I get it. I'll let you know my name and everything, hopefully we'll all be able to hook up. Does FFXI have clans? CAG!

[Mr. Anderson]

Hell yeah! CAG for realz!

[D4rkewolfe]

Ok I found this in notebookforums.com a post by Ciro

"Archamedies, on Bismarck, sent me this e-mail with info on the quicker way to run through the random server roulette wheel:

You mentioned that you can keep rerolling until you land on the server you want, but as I'm sure you're aware it can be a VERY time consuming process. There is a trick to make it much, much faster though.

1. Make a new character
2. Select all the attributes, race, job, etc etc
3. Select starting town.

4. ***The important step*** When the screen comes up to associate a handle with your character, press Escape. This will take you back to the main menu. Go to character select and check which server your new toon is on. If he isn't on the server you want, delete, and when you go back to Create Character it has your previous settings memorized. You can literally spam the enter key through the options, get to the handle, escape, and check again. It typically only takes 5-10 minutes to land on the server you want, as each attempt only takes about 10 seconds on a fast computer.

While it isn't as good as, oh I don't know, actually selecting the server you want, it does make getting your friends in the same spot a lot cheaper. Hope this helps!

Thanks, Archamedies!"

Though it is talking about the PC version, there is a possibility that it will work for the PS2 version. It's worth the try at least.

[Spiritseed]

I should be getting mine in about 2 hours, I am so psyched, I can't wait, must play, must play, I needs it me wants it, my PRECIOUS.

[red flare graf]

I'll have it tomorrow morning, preordered from my local GameStop B&M. I'm gonna slap you all with a newbie something or other.

[D4rkewolfe]

Sony has yet to send the Beta Test guys their HDD and game. Just waiting. I feel like buying it, and then returning the one Sony sends...but I'll just wait

[poormojo]

I'm buying this tomorrow morning, and I'm totally up for a CAG clan.

What server is everyone aiming for? What classes are everyone choosing?

[red flare graf]

I want to know the same thing, really..

Usually I just pick my race/class completely at random when I first start an mmorpg. That way I may get something not so.. totally overused, but I don't feel bad about conforming if I do happen to get something like that.

[XboxMaster]

I ended up in the Diablos Server last night and my name is Irrelevant. Give me a PM on there if you wanna meet up.

[SneakyPenguin]

sorry if this has been mentioned, but can ps2 players play with pc players? cuase i might just go with pc for now. i fi cant i will get the ps2 one.

[red flare graf]

sorry if this has been mentioned, but can ps2 players play with pc players? cuase i might just go with pc for now. i fi cant i will get the ps2 one.

Yep.

I'm having trouble though.. I can't even get the game started because they put PlayOnline on a damn blue disc and my PS2 doesn't want to read it.. wtf is up with that?

[SneakyPenguin]

sweeet ill try to get it this weekend. so its prety much agreed upon that titan is the srever to go to?

[XboxMaster]

Naw, let's go for Diabolos.

[D4rkewolfe]

sorry if this has been mentioned, but can ps2 players play with pc players? cuase i might just go with pc for now. i fi cant i will get the ps2 one.

Yep.

I'm having trouble though.. I can't even get the game started because they put PlayOnline on a damn blue disc and my PS2 doesn't want to read it.. wtf is up with that?
Yeah that crap sucked when I had to do it for the beta test. I thought everything was going to be pre-installed, so I am glad I just had Sony fix my PS2. It took me like 2+ hours until it finally read it.

[D4rkewolfe]

Has anyone gotten to any of the servers besides XBoxMaster? If not I suggest that we join him, and he can get us world passes.

[Mr. Anderson]

Yeah, Sneaky, don't go to Titan. Diabolos all the way.

[D4rkewolfe]

My e-mail from Sony:

Hi ,

Thank you for writing us.

We anticipate shipping out the HDD package for official Final Fantasy XI beta testers in the next
couple of days. At this time, we do not have any UPS tracking numbers. This information will not
be available until the packages are actually shipped out from the fulfillment center. We appreciate
your cooperation and patience.

If you have further questions regarding this message, please refer to your email case
number:2267083.

P.K.
Multimedia Specialist
Sony Computer Entertainment America
Consumer Services Department

Blah, they have not shipped it yet which blows

[D4rkewolfe]

Well I edited the top portion reflecting on how some of us will be able to get world passes from XBox Master

[guyver2077]

sorry guyz can u explain real quick how the world passes work...i wanna get my copy tomm and i wanna play with either people on here or a friend that has it for pc....do i pick a server that my character will be on?

[XboxMaster]

Uh, I'm not that sure how to answer your question guyver. I just wanted to mention how special I feel that I'm the first CAG to get on XI when my name is XboxMaster instead of PS2Master. :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[D4rkewolfe]

sorry guyz can u explain real quick how the world passes work...i wanna get my copy tomm and i wanna play with either people on here or a friend that has it for pc....do i pick a server that my character will be on?
Basically your friend will buy a world pass for you. During your creation of your character you will be given the opportunity to put in the pass to get to that server. Otherwise you will be given a random server. You do not choose the server.

[metroidkiller9]

who says you were the first one on buddy?
ive just been too busy playing to post.

[guyver2077]

sorry guyz can u explain real quick how the world passes work...i wanna get my copy tomm and i wanna play with either people on here or a friend that has it for pc....do i pick a server that my character will be on?
Basically your friend will buy a world pass for you. During your creation of your character you will be given the opportunity to put in the pass to get to that server. Otherwise you will be given a random server. You do not choose the server.

so what happens if i pick a random server...can i still find my friend later??? will i get an option to get to him

[D4rkewolfe]

You will have to create a new character. There is no way (as of right now) to take a current character and move to another server. Which is why the world pass is your best option or keep tring for the server, by deleting the character each try. As mentioned at the beginning of this post.

[Mr. Anderson]

I'm getting the HD tommrow. I bet the servers are going crazy right now. No way I'm risking my PS2 exploding.

[metroidkiller9]

the servers arent crazy at all. however the pc people are for the most part really rude to ps2 players. character name: jaedin

[Alpha2]

Sweet My free HDD just came in the mail too!

[mrtoki]

so CAGers at Diabolos? I'm gonna install mine tonight or tomorrow... hope my ps2 reads the blue disc...

[Mr. Anderson]

Only a few hours till I get my HDD.....The EXCITEMENT.... I can't wait to finally get to play with all of you! Diabolos indeed.

[MorganWebbLover]

Damn I still haven't got FFXI yet. I wonder when Square Enix will ship the beta testers there HDD .

[XboxMaster]

Well, I'm gonna get a WP probably tonight, I've been told by D4rke that it can be used for 5 ppl, but he's not sure. If that is true, then I'm gonna use it on D4rke, my friend at school, and probably Mr. Anderson. If anybody needs a WP, please PM me or send a mail to my PlayOnline account, which is either Mist or Mist3 (can't remember).

[XboxMaster]

OK, I got the WP (World Pass). I've already given it to Mr. Anderson and I'm gonna send it to D4rke because we already had arrangements. Then I'm gonna give it to my friend at school. Which leaves two more people that can use, first two to PM me can use it.

[poormojo]

I'm on Diabolos, in Bostock.

The name is poormojo, lvl 2 Hume Monk, add me into the linkshell if you would.

[SneakyPenguin]

arg i cant get the game until may. that sucks so bad. oh well, ill try to get on diablos when i get it.

[D4rkewolfe]

GRRRRRRRRR!!! I missed the UPS truck, I went to the hobby shop and work on my car. I had planned to do that tomorrow, but I decided to do it today! Out of all days, geez, and they will not bring it until Monday! I'm wondering if I should just buy it and then sell the one coming in. Is it any different than the commercial release?

[Mr. Anderson]

Ok, I'm go on Diabolos. My PlayOnline handle is BlackHalo and my FFXI name is Blackhalo. Hit me up in San D'oria.

[D4rkewolfe]

I'll be on the 1st. I'll see you guys till then.

[XboxMaster]

Obviously, I'm on the Diabolos Server. My PlayOnline name is Mist, and my XI name is Irrelevant (stupid name, huh?).

[Mr. Anderson]

I'm bumping this post so more FFXI CAGers can see it, and I have done it! I've stayed awake a full 24 hours to play a game! I've been playing Final Fantasy XI since 1' o' clock in the afternoon yesterday running on nothing but Doritos and Ginger Ale. Respect my skillz!!1!

[m_d_amore]

anyone else???

[poormojo]

I have a 3-use world pass available, send me a PM if you want to use it.

[red flare graf]

I would.. 25 Black Mage/12 White Mage now though, too late to start over. ;x

[metroidkiller9]

You will have to create a new character. There is no way (as of right now) to take a current character and move to another server. Which is why the world pass is your best option or keep tring for the server, by deleting the character each try. As mentioned at the beginning of this post.

actually there is a way to get to another server once you have already started. unfortunately you have no control over it. when a certain server gets too crowded a GM (an npc that can alter the game) can send you to another server. i think the server you get sent to is random however.

[legion_stxds]

I doubt alot of you are still hooked... actually in my original post about the updates I think most of you said you got tired of the game... however, to that effect, I too am on the Diablos server. Blasttyrant is my playonline handle and my char name is Anorith. Hope to see you all online.

[D4rkewolfe]

to be honest, I think I'm the only one on Diabolos who still plays. You can always see me running around. My handle is d4rkewolfe and I am Darke. All my information is on the other thread of giving FFXI info, I'm the first post.

[legion_stxds]

I will look you up Darke! =)

[notoriousxbox]

I still play this game and am hooked. Only thing is I'm on Titan. So if theres any CAG on titan look me up.

Char :Karnak
Jobs: 36 Mnk, 18 Rng, 17 War, 13 Nin & 10 Thf

[D4rkewolfe]

Well just for those who by any chance want it. World pass to Diabolos 0217536810.

Handle: D4rkewolfe
Name: Darke
World: Diabolos
Jobs: 32 PLD, 31 RDM, 17 WAR, 16 BLM, 14 DRK, 14 MNK, 5 THF

[D4rkewolfe]

Well what do you know, it seems it's finally happen. 3 CAGs were in a party today: Mdamore, Rahma (the newest member of CAG), Ferociousraven (also known as Alloy here...who has like 3 posts -.- ), and myself!

Might I say, it was one hell of a party though ^^