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==2023==
[[File:WellAppearance.jpg|left|frameless|link=]] ... that [[Furnishings]] that you place on your [[Mog House Second Floor]] will expand your [[Storage]] space, but they ''do not'' contribute towards your Mog House's elemental alignment and strength?

This allows you to access your full 80 storage spaces in your [[Storage]] inventory, while still being able to access a [[Moghancement]] such as the {{KI}} [[Moglification: A.M.A.N. Trove]] which is only obtained with the {{ItemIcon|Prismatic Chest|24px}} [[Prismatic Chest]] that has a measly 1 Aura strength!

Want to learn more about mog houses and their elemental affinity? Head on over to the [[:Category:Furnishing#Moogle_Powers|Furnishings]] page to read up!<br />

==July 2023==
[[File:HistoryHeader.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]''', [[The History of Final Fantasy XI/2014|'''year 2014]] outlining Seekers of Adoulin's conclusion has been released!<br />
Local Galka Talekeeper, [[User:Funkworkz|''Funkworkz'']] has come to the realization that you need to add at least 4 months onto any release expectations he announces for future history installments. Just like <span class="has-image-popup">''George RR Martin''<span class="image-popup" style="z-index: 10;width: ??? px; padding: 1px; background-color: #; border: 1px solid #DDDDDD; text-align: center;">[[File:Georgememe2.png|400px|link=]]</span></span>, he ended up working on other things instead. Brush off the cobwebs that you have accumulated while waiting for this release, and read through some FFXI development History!<br /><br />
''A note from the creator:'' Naturally, things never work out as planned. Square-Enix ran a load of monthly adventurer campaigns in 2014, which were at random times during the month. With all of these entries on top of a version update every month, the year ended up being quite long. In 2015 we see the release of Rhapsodies as well as the end of console support, so I am sure that it will also be a hefty entry when I eventually complete it.

Remember that www.ffxihistory.com is a thing. Eventually I will migrate the project to a modern design, but not until after 2015 and 2016 are out. Feel free to share that website link with your friends in the meantime.<br /><br />

==May 2023==
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We have reached the ''second milestone'' with our Zone Page Project!

If you recall our post from [[Did_you_know_Archive#September_2022|'''September 2022''']] where we announced the improvement of Abyssea related info, content, and zone pages. We said it would be a template going forward. If you also recall that until early this year our Wings of the Goddess and Treasures of Aht Urghan zone pages were vile and disgusting monstrosities slapped together 15 years ago and neglected. Well, no more! We have been hard at work since then.
<div style="text-align: left"> Beyond our normal mass movement of edits and improvements from the FFXI community. We are happy to announce a staggering amount of work:
*ToAU and WotG zone pages modernized and updated.
*The completion of all new zone page templates.
**These should all function somewhat decently on mobile compared to before or your XI alternatives.
**Some templates such as Missions, Quests, or Page Headers are functional as they have been, and don't look like a GeoCitiesesque table anymore. However, they need to be migrated to version 2.0 over time.
*The completion of the [[Gathering]] page tables, such as [[Logging]].
*Completion of all [[Chocobo Digging]] tables.
**This and gathering tables are both being rolled out to pages.
*Complete migration for NM tables on all zone pages.
**Thanks to the herculean efforts of [[User:Alexeina|Alexeina]].
*Most [[:Category:Fishing/Zone|fishing tables]] filled out and awaiting zone page placement. See [[East Ronfaure (S)]] for an example of all these aforementioned tables.
**Thanks to the huge effort from [[User:Kegfreak|Kegfreak]].
**Some random zones that you generally wouldn't think to even fish in are still missing.
*Updated [[Treasure Chest]] and [[Treasure Coffer]] pages with tables/maps of each all placed on zone pages.
**This cascaded into all [[:Category:Borghertz's Hands|Borghertz's Hands pages]] being updated, all individual Chest/Coffer Key related pages, etc.
**All Treasure and Coffer keys were added to the adversary table on zone pages.
***The "Adversary" section will take the most time to fill out and will be done after all else.
****See a page like [[Castle Zvahl Baileys]] or [[Beadeaux]] for an example of a completed adversaries table.</div>
There is still plenty of work to continue so that our pages are ironclad. All in all, we wanted to let everyone know of all the collective progress made. We greatly appreciate the community and our editors. If anyone would like to assist in moving this mountain then join the Discord in the sidebar or simply begin continuing the pattern of work illustrated.

==March 2023==
The long-awaited Dark Mode is now available in beta! Weary eyeballs, rejoice!

Logged-in users can [[Special:Preferences#mw-prefsection-rendering|select the TimelessDark skin in Preferences]] to get started. Once you're logged in, why not join our [[Special:Statistics|''{{NUMBEROFACTIVEUSERS}} active editors'']] in keeping BG Wiki the ultimate Final Fantasy XI resource?

Dark Mode is a work in progress and we need your help to improve it! We're actively working on fixing places the site doesn't render well in dark mode, so please submit any bugs you find to [https://github.com/posimagi/bg-wiki-dark-mode the issue tracker].

==February 2023==
There is a new guide for using addons to filter the incessant yell spam in game. Check out the '''[[Go Filter Yourself]]''' guide.<br />
You can find that guide and some other resources in our {{Icon|Windower|medium}} [[:Category:Windower Guides]]. 
:Feel free to contribute with your own guides or by adding resources to the page.

==December 2022==

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''Oho~hoho~ho'', it is holiday time you know, and this year BG has had a lot to show. With plenty of updates and corrected mistakes, until all our fingers ached. We certainly try to do what it takes to please you gross Galka beefcakes. There were updates in our guides to show with still room yet to grow. Not to mention new pages like Sortie. Which are certain to be the life of your next Pick Up Group party. The list goes on, but by now you already know well the might of BG's brawn. 

So to the community we celebrate. A happy winter solstice to even all the reprobates. For when you put on your merced Malignance Chapeaus and drink far too much cheap Bordeaux. Your bots will still be running, but so too will your Kruger-Dunning.<br />
Meanwhile, the players more upstanding have earned no reprimanding. It is to you we sing praise as at BG we seek to see your spirits raised. So curl up with what you will and be happy or seek a thrill. The whole team here hopes you enjoy your horseplay during all these special holidays.

''O~hohoho!''

==November 2022 Two==
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Community hero of the highest moral standing and unimpeachable character, Funkworkz, has [https://www.reddit.com/r/finalfantasy11/comments/z2yl1d/obamiwannabuffya_updated_today/ updated] their BRD guide!<br />
Are you an amateur Bard that refuses to sing the actual songs they want to then overwrite them with a greater potency, and instead sings multiple Paeons? Do you not understand what was just said, and just want a shopping list to copy paste? Are you actually looking to become a better Bard, learn something, and improve the experience of all those around you with your rousing cheers?

Then take a gander at the updated '''[[Obamiwannabuffya: A Bard Guide by Funkworkz]]'''!

==November 2022 One==
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Local Antihero [https://twitter.com/Spicyryan Spicyryan], also known as "Salty" or "Mild", if you have the comedic and creative depth of Marth Stewart's stock picks. Has created a new guide to the years old content that is ''[[Odyssey]]''. Introducing the '''[[Sheol Shop]]''', your one-stop-shop to figuring out the mysteries of the event.

Are you stuck in despair as you stand there idly on Scholar, losing V20 PUG runs of an Ongo clear for months on end? Do you struggle to beat Ngai because you don't want to use a PUP? Is Mboze ruining your weekend? Do you spam Savage Blade while ignoring all mechanics because you simply don't know what they are? Well, no more with [[Sheol Shop]]!

==September 2022==
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The Wiki Team has been hard at work revamping all of our [[:Category:Abyssea|'''Abyssea''']] pages.<br />
With the launch of [[Sortie]] and [[Empyrean Armor]]s connection to Abyssea. We wanted to make sure players had the best resource available rather than the Dane Cook of Abyssea pages.

This was a largescale project that in hindsight is to be branded as "Wiki Infrastructure Weeks". As an entire smorgasbord of tables, templates, and design choices had to be created, made, tested, and remade. Thanks to the tireless work on [[User:Funkworkz|Funkworkz]], [[User:Spicyryan|Spicyryan]], our new VIP editor [[User:Alexeina|Alexeina]], as well as the input and contributions of the rest of team here at BG. We have now taken large steps towards laying the groundwork for improving other swaths of the site. ''Please look forward to it.''

These Abyssea zone revamps reflect the design direction of other zones going forward. To provide feedback you may either leave it on the [[BGWiki:Suggestions]] page or the [https://discord.gg/zpPEzGeJAR Discord].

We would also like to take a moment to announce and welcome our newest moderator [[User:Positron|Positron]] to the team. Thank you for your assistance.

Finally, a shoutout to a few standout users who helped make sure everything was updated here on day 0 of the August update. The XI community thanks ''Funkworkz, Neviskio, Patriclis, Samstown22, Sehrahin, Xagashi2,'' and ''Ligray'' for putting in the work to make sure we all have the information available immediately.

==July 2022==
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The [http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/campaign/wcb/index.html Return to Vana'diel Free Login Period] returns August 5th. If you have an inactive account be sure to plan some time between August 5th and August 22nd if you wish to login to the game and take advantage of some free play time. It would be a perfect opportunity for returnees to catch up on the new '''[[The Voracious Resurgence]]''' storyline, as well as work on the upcoming [[Reforged Empyrean Armor +2]] scheduled to be implemented in the August update.</div>
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<div align=center>[[Image:Trial_Banner.jpg|center|link=Free Trial]]<br />Did you want to try out Final Fantasy XI, but didn't want to have to pay for it first? Did you play before and want to see how the game is today? '''There is a 14-day free trial available!''' [[Free Trial|Click here to learn more]] and install today!</div>
==May 2022==
[[File:HistoryHeader.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]''', [[The History of Final Fantasy XI/2013|'''year 2013]] outlining Seekers of Adoulin's release has been finished!<br />
Local Galka Talekeeper, [[User:Funkworkz|''Funkworkz'']] has now come to the realization we will never see <span class="has-image-popup">''The Winds of Winter''<span class="image-popup" style="z-index: 10;width: ??? px; padding: 1px; background-color: #; border: 1px solid #DDDDDD; text-align: center;">[[File:Georgememe.jpg|400px|link=]]</span></span> in our lifetime. Accept your fate alongside him, and read through some Final Fantasy XI History instead. <br /><br />
''A note from the creator:'' This year ended up somehow being double the size of 2012. I believe the years might be getting smaller from here, however. FFXIV was now out in 2013, so focus shifted away from FFXI. I pushed to get done this week because this is the 20th anniversary and there may be returning players who did not know this project existed.<br /><br />
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The [http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/campaign/wcb/index.html Return to Vana'diel Free Login Period] returns May 13th.<br />If you have an inactive account, be sure to plan some time between May 13th thru the 31st if you wish to login to the game and take advantage of some free play time. It would be a perfect opportunity for returnees to catch up on the new '''[[The Voracious Resurgence]]''' storyline!</div>
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<div align=center>[[Image:Trial_Banner.jpg|center]]<br />Did you want to try out Final Fantasy XI, but didn't want to have to pay for it first? Did you play before and want to see how the game is today? '''There is a 14-day free trial available!''' [[Free Trial|Click here to learn more]] and install today!</div>

==March? 2022==
[[File:Moogle Bandaged.png|125px|left|frameless|link=]] Is your inventory irritating you? Is your wallet hurting even more thanks to the Dev's decision in further charging to soothe your sore stockpiles? Well, perhaps managing your inventory more meticulously is the solution. Um-- ''kupo''.<br />
For in the wake of such sore sentiment over sure developer disappointment. A ''new guide'' has bust onto the scene to save your bags from bursting worse than your blown colon after a trip to Arbys.

Introducing, the '''[[Inventory 201]]''' guide.
*While we are at it, there is also an old-new THF guide: [[Rogues' Gallery]].

==October? 2021==
<div align=center>[[Image:Shadow Lord Reddit.png|center|350px|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/finalfantasy11/]]<br />That there is a new subreddit for Final Fantasy XI?<br /><br />Spawned fresh from the ''Bowels of Agony'', a new team has formed to steward community discussion on [https://www.reddit.com/r/finalfantasy11/ '''r/FinalFantasy11'''].<br />The subreddit seeks to be a productive and creative place with elevated standards to set it apart from the average theme of sh!tposts, karma farming, and careless reposts. Their ''Damning Edict''s shall cast a ''Swath of Silence'' upon such blight.<br />Then again, simply having an active and attentive moderation staff who don't respond with vengeful reports to Reddit is a start!<br />For no attempt to ''Kick Back'' can stop this new ''Giga Slash'' of a movement.</div>

==August 2021 #2==
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The free play campaign has come to a close, but the [http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/campaign/discount/index.html Discount Campaign] is still going on until the end of August!<br />This campaign discounts the entire game heavily to $10. This package includes the entire Final Fantasy XI storyline, and it comes with codes for the [[Destrier Beret]] and [[Chocobo Shirt]]. If you purchase the game now, your 30 free days of play does not start until you redeem the code. This way you can start with the 14 day free trial, and then extend that another 30 days when you register the game code onto your account. This gives you 44 free days to play before subscribing!</div>
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<div align=center>[[Image:Trial_Banner.jpg|center]]<br />Did you want to try out Final Fantasy XI, but didn't want to have to pay for it first? Did you play before and want to see how the game is today? '''There is a 14-day free trial available!''' [[Free Trial|Click here to learn more]] and install today!<br />If you need assistance in setting up the game, be sure to check out the '''[[Install Guide]]'''.</div>

==August 2021 #1==
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The [http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/campaign/wcb/index.html Return to Vana'diel Free Login Period] returns this month.<br />If you have an inactive account, be sure to plan some time between August 13th thru the 23rd if you wish to login to the game and take advantage of some free play time. It would be a perfect opportunity for returnees to catch up on the new '''[[The Voracious Resurgence]]''' storyline!</div>
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<div align=center>[[Image:Trial_Banner.jpg|center]]<br />Did you want to try out Final Fantasy XI, but didn't want to have to pay for it first? Did you play before and want to see how the game is today? '''There is a 14-day free trial available!''' [[Free Trial|Click here to learn more]] and install today!</div>

==July 2021==
[[File:HistoryHeader.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]''', [[The History of Final Fantasy XI/2012|'''year 2012]] which covers the Level 99 era is now live!<br />
Local Galka Talekeeper, [[User:Funkworkz|''Funkworkz'']] now has the reputation of only releasing updates once per year. This may improve, but it is ''still'' better than George RR Martin!<br /><br />
''A note from the creator:'' 2012 focused on players at Level 99 before Item Level was introduced. It included the last major Final Fantasy XI Fanfest that we have seen (and may ever see again) and [[Seekers of Adoulin]] was announced there. [[Nyzul Isle Uncharted]] and [[Legion]] were released this year, which both proved incredibly difficult at first implementation. [[Voidwatch]] saw its conclusion with the addition of [[Provenance]]. [[Afterglow]] [[Ultimate Weapons]] were first introduced.<br /><br />
The work is still in progress, but it is one which is certainly the most continual and concisely comprehensive collection of Final Fantasy XI's history. Even with Square-Enix's quasi history released on the [https://we-are-vanadiel.finalfantasyxi.com/?lang=en We Are Vana'diel website], I will continue my own project. They are only scratching the surface of FFXI's history. I believe we need to dive all the way in to see the whole picture.

==March 2021==
[[File:Bgwiki Updated.png|right|link=]] {{color|red|New Feature:}} Is your bookmark bar filling up with wiki pages? Do you have 10 wiki windows open at any given time? Registered and logged in users are now able to create their own, customized navigation bar section. You can place wiki links and even external links in your customized bar. If you are interested, visit the [https://www.ffxiah.com/forum/topic/55155/bgwiki-issue-reporting-thread-faq/2/#3569911 BG Wiki thread on FFXIAH] to see details and examples on how to get started!

'''Feature Reminder:''' We have up to date armor and weapon lists on the wiki. Armor has separate pages for each slot, so they can be compared. Weapons have different pages for skill as well. All armor and weapons can be sorted by many different ways such as Damage, Delay, and more. The top Armor page is located [[:Category:Armor|here]], and the top Weapon page is [[:Category:Weapon|here]]. Ctrl + F is a good way to look for stats. The only drawback is potential Augments are not listed.

==January 2021==
[[File:Bgwiki Updated.png|left|link=]] As you have probably noticed by now, we have updated BGWiki's "Mediawiki" software to the latest version. With this update came major changes to the skin as well as the back end of the website. We had a few hiccups, but the major issues have been taken care of. We still have a few things to fix though, so please be patient with us. After we are back up to 100%, we are confident this update will allow you to have a much better overall experience with the wiki.

We still have to fix the navigation on the left, collapsible tables, the "image popup" feature on pages such as the [[HTMB]] page, and mobile skin adaptation. If you run into any major issues please report them to us on the [[Feedback]] page or on our [[Discord]]!

'''Remember:''' If you [https://www.bluegartr.com/register.php? '''register'''] an account, you are required to wait around two hours before you are able to login. We have this restriction in place to combat spam bots. As Square-Enix would say, "We apologize for the inconvenience". The wait is certainly worth it, especially if you want to take advantage of a [[checklist]] or two!

==November 2020==
[[File:WTFInVanadielPodcast.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] BGWiki was featured on Episode 4 of the new Final Fantasy XI Podcast "WTF In Vana'diel"!

Staff members ''Funkworkz'' and ''Spicyryan'' discussed their origins on how they both joined BGWiki's crew back in the early 2010s, the beginnings of BG Wiki itself, as well as what lead us to the point we are today. If any new editors are interested in joining the crew, discussed were also tips and tricks on how to get started. For those who do not want to edit,  ''Thefoxdanger'' gave his input on using our wiki as an end user. 
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By joining this community podcast and discussing BGWiki, we are hoping that we will help new aspiring editors to sign up and make our wiki even better. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kv8DM17NJLI Be sure to tune in here] if you would like to listen to Episode 4!

==July 2020==
[[File:HistoryHeader.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]''', [[The History of Final Fantasy XI/2011|'''year 2011]] focusing on The Beginning of Post-Abyssea, has been released!<br />
Local Galka Talekeeper, [[User:Funkworkz|''Funkworkz'']] has been making more progress in quarantine than George RR Martin has in the past three years.<br /><br />
''A note from the creator:'' If you have not yet heard of this project, there are two major purposes I set forth to accomplish when creating it. The first is to detail the development history Final Fantasy XI in order to show game evolved over the course of its lifetime. Many of these types of details were forgotten to time and now brought up occasionally these days on message boards. Details on how the game evolved should be restored and preserved all to see. The second goal set forth is to remind old players of things that happened in the days of yesteryear, and to inform new players who did not have the chance to experience the earlier years of the game what exactly players went through getting to where we are today.<br /><br />
The work is still in progress, but it is one which is certainly the most continual and concisely comprehensive collection of Final Fantasy XI's history.

==March 2020==
[[File:Open Mog House.png|200px|left|frameless|link=]] Remember that we have a cool '''[[Template:User Page]]'''. This fancy thing-a-ma-bob allows you to design your own semi-flexible user page!<br />While it may seem daunting, all it really takes is typing something in or copy pasting one of the existing (and expanding) [[User Page Templates]] into a |field= entry. 

While this may not be for everyone and some may merely wish to use or create a [[User Page Templates|'''Checklist''']] or two, it allows BG users to build their own profiles. Simply copy, paste, and go. It may not be the most perfect thing, but damn it Jim, this is a wiki, not some freewheeling website!

If you lack an account to BG, simply [https://www.bluegartr.com/register.php? '''Register'''], wait a couple hours for the anti-spam/anti-bot cooldown to pass, log in, click your name in the top right, and copy paste/edit away.
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==February 2020==
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As the community may be aware, COVID-19 (also known as "novel coronavirus") is spreading within the East Asia region. Taking into consideration the current situation within the region, sadly SQUARE ENIX has decided to cancel the PAX East attendance of staff who would be travelling from the Japan offices. This difficult decision was based on our desire to prevent any potential spread of the virus and to prioritize the health and safety of PAX attendees and our fellow exhibitors.

As an extra precaution regarding the safety of our guests, we are planning to scale down on our planned activities outside of the show floor. As such, we regret to inform you that we will be canceling the Fan Gathering 2020 at PAX East.

We had originally planned to have Producer Akihiko Matsui and Director Yoji Fujito host a presentation at the event. However, we will be adjusting our plan to deliver this information in a different form. We will follow up with more details in the future.
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==December 2019==
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Square Enix is excited to announce that they will be hosting a Fan Gathering in Boston during PAX East! This is your chance to meet and talk all things FFXI with like-minded adventurers and old friends in historical Boston. Guests can enjoy drinks, snacks, and fun trivia with amazing prizes!

To make the event extra special, two distinguished guests will be present from the FFXI development team, Director Yoji Fujito and Producer Akihiko Matsui. The duo will be on hand to host a Q&A session and special presentation. You won't want to miss out!

Further details for this event will be announced at a later date, so please look forward to it! 
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==August 2019==
[[File:HistoryHeader.png|230px|left|frameless|link=]] '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]''', [[The History of Final Fantasy XI/2010|'''year 2010]] has been released!<br />
Local galka guru, and man who "rather have a bratwurst" than go on Bard to [[Divergence]], [[User:Funkworkz|''Funkworkz'']]. Has been scouring over stone tablets, combing card catalogs, picking through Polaroids, and pouring over payphone records.<br />
In order to bring the world a work in progress. One which is certainly the most continual and concisely comprehensive collection of yesteryear. Enjoy!

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==March 2019==
[[File:Open Mog House.png|200px|left|frameless|link=]] We are proud to announce that we have a cool new '''[[Template:User Page]]'''. This fancy thing-a-ma-bob allows you to design your own semi-flexible user page!<br />While it may seem daunting, all it really takes is typing something in or copy pasting one of the existing (and expanding) [[User Page Templates]] into a |field= entry. 

While this may not be for everyone and some may merely wish to use or create a [[User Page Templates|'''Checklist''']] or two, it allows BG users to build their own profiles. Simply copy, paste, and go. It may not be the most perfect thing, but damn it Jim, this is a wiki, not some freewheeling website!

If you lack an account to BG, simply [https://www.bluegartr.com/register.php? '''Register'''], wait a couple hours for the anti-spam/anti-bot cooldown to pass, log in, click your name in the top right, and copy paste/edit away.
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==January 2019==
[[File:Shantotto Ascension.jpg|130px|left|frameless|link=]] Oho! Editing BG Wiki may be done with ease, but writing the "Did you know!?" is less of a breeze. Either way if I may say, just join and [[Special:UserLogin|'''log in''']] if you would please. With minor edits to pages much could be done, and the results would simply stun. For all the tasks big or small, just need your helping hand is all. But, if you do protest of ignorance, simply give the '''[[Getting Started]]''' page a glance! O~hohoho!
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==December 2018==
[[File:Holiday Shantotto.png|110px|left|frameless|link=]] Oho! Editing BG Wiki is a breeze, just join and [[Special:UserLogin|'''log in''']] if you would please. With minor edits to pages much could be done, and the results would simply stun. For all the tasks big or small, just need your helping hand is all. But, if you do protest of ignorance, simply give the '''[[Getting Started]]''' page a glance! O~hohoho!

Years of end and Holidays are upon us again. We here at BG wish your holidays to be full of glee. May your celebrations be of perfection as you enjoy excessive confections. O~hohoho!

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==September 2018==
[[File:Bgwiki.png|left|130px|frameless|link=]] We have a '''[[Feedback]] page''' for the wiki. Please leave any suggestions or requests you may have there so they can be archived for attention!
The '''[[BG Wiki Projects]]''' page has also been improved and is available to all to use or leave feedback on.

Finally, we are always looking to welcome new editors to the team. Feel free to join the BG [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord '''Discord'''] if you wish to contribute!

*If you have any issues with information on the wiki please let us know so we may discuss and handle them.
::We value our accuracy, and don't want players finding inaccurate information. Opinion pieces however, are tagged, disclaimed, and excluded.
==August 2018==
'''We have a new main page!'''

The old one was really horrible, and this really isn't.

==July 2018==
*'''We have been making a great effort to update older content!''' 

If you have checked an item page in the past to see it blank, we encourage you to try again! Many old pages have been updated in the last few months.
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As a reminder, if you come across a incomplete page, you can click the "[[Image:BG_reference2.png|link=]]" icon to see what other pages link to that item or key item you are viewing. We also have the [[Image:FFXIAH_Icon_v3.png]] FFXIAH and [[Image:FFXIDB_Icon_v3.png]] FFXIDB links. The FFXIDB link is particularly useful for seeing where an item drops and which monster drops it. With these resources, you can still gather information about an item while the page may be incomplete.
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These buttons are not intended as a permanent fix, but they help fill the gaps, as our priority is always focused on covering new version updates.

==April 2018==
*[[File:PUPGuide HeaderImage StringTheory.png|left|200px|frameless|link=]]We have a new '''[[String Theory|Puppetmaster Guide]]''' for the wiki?

BG is a great source for all your guide needs. Just check out the [[Job Guides]] page for a list of all the good guides, both internal and externally located.

Anyone wishing to help contribute information may jump right into the developing community collaborative guides for jobs like RUN, SAM, THF, etc. Finally, anyone wishing to create any sort of guide at all is welcome to. If anyone questions are had or assistance needed, then feel free to ask in [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord BG Wiki Discord!]

==February 2018==
*[[File:Bgwiki.png|left|130px|frameless|link=]] We have a new '''[[Feedback]] page''' for the wiki. Please leave any suggestions or requests you may have there so they can be archived for attention!
The '''[[BG Wiki Projects]]''' page has also been improved and is available to all to use or leave feedback on.

Finally, we are always looking to welcome new editors to the team. Feel free to join the BG [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord '''Discord'''] if you wish to contribute!
*If you have any issues with information on the wiki please let us know so we may discuss and handle any issues.
::We value our accuracy, and don't want players finding inaccurate information. Opinion pieces however, are tagged, disclaimed, and excluded.

==November 2017==
*[[Image:Spicy Escha.jpg|left|215px|frameless|link=]] If you are new to the game and need some guidance to make the most of your time, the '''[[Quickstart_1-119_Guide|Quickstart 1-119 Guide]]''' is for you. Be sure to check it out to see how you can make the most out of the game with progression on your journey to Item Level 119.

Craving some nostalgia? Be sure to visit '''[[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]'''. This page outlines the full documentation regarding development, release, and evolution of Final Fantasy XI to what it is today. 

We are always looking to welcome new editors to the team. Feel free to join the BG [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord '''Discord'''] if you wish to contribute!


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==October 2017==
*If you are new to the game and need some guidance to make the most of your time, the [[Quickstart_1-119_Guide|Quickstart 1-119 Guide]] is for you. Be sure to check it out to see how you can make the most out of the game with progression on your journey to Item Level 119.

Craving some nostalgia? Be sure to visit [[The History of Final Fantasy XI]]. This page outlines the full documentation regarding development, release, and evolution of Final Fantasy XI to what it is today. 

We are always looking to welcome new editors to the team. Feel free to join the BG [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord '''Discord'''] if you wish to contribute!

==September 2017==
*[[Image:HereBeDRGsHeader.png|left|250px|frameless|link=]] BGWiki has some new guides and updates! New to the roster are the [[Here Be DRGs|Dragoon Guide]] and a [[Manifesto of the Cloth|Clothcraft Guide]].
:*See the '''[[Guides]]''' page for our growing collection.

We are always looking to welcome new editors and guide creators to the team. Feel free to join the BG [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord Discord] or post in our thread on [http://www.ffxiah.com/forum/topic/48529/the-official-bgwiki-thread/ FFXIAH.com], on [https://www.reddit.com/r/ffxi/ Reddit], our own [https://www.bluegartr.com/forums/78-BG-Wiki-Discussion BG Forums], or simply add to the existing community collaborative [[Job Guides]]. 

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==July 2017==
*[[File:Trustiniative.png|250px|left|link=]]'''BGWiki's [[Trust]] page has had a major overhaul and redesign!''' It is now easier to browse through and edit all trust information. Best of all, this information also appears on all '''Cipher''' pages, and when one edit is made it saves everywhere. 

<p>'''Note:''' Due to our cache, edits to trusts are not immediately displayed. Rest assured your information is saved and will automagically update shortly after an edit.</p>

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==May 2017==
*Our search function has been improved! No longer is it case sensitive when searching for two or more words. As an example, search terms like "ambuscade rewards" will correctly bring up our "[[Ambuscade Rewards]]" page! Please report any oddities involving searching to us on [https://www.bluegartr.com/discord Discord]. Everyone is welcome to join us in Discord and discuss anything with us regarding BG Wiki. We are always open to all comments and concerns.

==March 2017==
*We now have Auction House categories on every item that can be sold on the Auction House! Look for this symbol to easily figure out the category for those hard to find items: [[File:Auction_House_16.png|link=]]

Ever wonder where that one guy is getting that constant supply of those expensive scrolls? Nearly every NPC-sold item now have vendor information on their pages. This is not limited to items purchased with [[Gil]] either. [[Sparks]], [[Imperial Standing]], [[Bayld]], and more have had their item pages updated. As an example, check out [[Distilled Water]], [[Lightning Threnody (Scroll)]] and [[Baraero (Scroll)]].

==February 2017==
*We have '''full lists''' of armor and weapons on the wiki, which are divided by slot and type. These lists are also sortable by defense, item level, damage, delay, etc. This is a very valuable resource to use when you are searching for specific stats on a piece of gear. Remember, Control+F is your friend if you are searching for something!

Use the links in the navigation to the left under Items to check it out, or click here: [[Armor]] / [[Weapons]]

==October 2016==
*[[Job Guides|Community Collaborative Guides]] are now live! Be a part of the community and write some stuff about a job on one of the 22 job guide pages.

For example check out our new [[Puppetmaster! A Community Collaborative Guide|Puppetmaster guide]].

==September 2016==
*We really love jugs here at BG Wiki. So we have a new [[Jug Pet]] page! 

See all the latest and greatest on your favorite companions. What happens on those cold nights in [[Reisenjima]] stays in Reisenjima.

==July 2016==
*That we have a new '''[[Automaton]]''' page?!<br>All aspects of automatons, their weaponskills, attachments, and so on have been updated with the latest information. Check out the latest on your wobbly friends.

==June 2016==
*'''''By clicking on the " [[Image:BG_reference.png|link=]] " image on any page that it appears, you can see every other place where that item is referenced or linked from on BG Wiki.'''''
'''''This is a good way to see further information about an item if its page has not yet been fully updated!'''''

==March 2016==
*That we have been hard at work here on BGWiki on updating all food information?  We have been developing pages of all the [[Accuracy Food|Accuracy]], [[Attack Food|Attack]], [[Magic Accuracy Food|Magic Accuracy]], [[Defense Food|Defense]], and [[Pet Status Food|Pet foods]]! There is soon  more to come including a page of Store TP foods like the [[Pork Cutlet Bowl]]. <br>
Take a look at our ever growing collection of [[Category:Food|food]] information as we are sure there are new flavors for your life!

==February 2016==
*The [[Mythic Weapons|Mythical Weapons]] in Final Fantasy XI all have unique back stories to them. When standing in town, why not refresh your memory by reading up? All weapons and their stories can be found by visiting [[The Myriad Arms of Balrahn]]. If Mythical weapons are not your thing, you can also view our new [[Ultimate Weapons]] page to refresh your memory on Relics Empyreans and Ergon weapons.

*Playstation 2 and Xbox 360 support will end sometime in March 2016 or April 2016. If you are still playing Final Fantasy XI on either of those consoles, you can switch to the PC Version for free as long as you have a PC that can run the game! SE is providing the client free of charge. Simply visit [http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/download/media/install_win.html this page] for a link and instructions to download and install. Do not wait until the last minute to switch! You should familiarize yourself with the PC version beforehand and save/import your macros before it is too late!

==January 2016==
*With the [http://www.playonline.com/pcd/topics/ff11us/detail/14468/detail.html New Year Battle Content Fiesta], the Nyzul Isle Uncharted Area Survey Mysterious Item Campaign returns! This is a great time to farm your [[Lin. Purse (Alx.)|Linen Coin Purses]] to work towards the [[Alexandrite]] goal for your shiny [[Mythic Weapon]]. 

*If you would rather pursue an [[Empyrean Weapon]] instead, the [[Voidwatch]] Campaign has also returned! This campaign caps all lights during [[Voidwatch]]. Combined with three [[Cobalt Cell|Cobalt Cells]] and three [[Rubicund Cell|Rubicund Cells]], the chances of obtaining [[Heavy Metal]], [[Heavy Metal Pouch|Heavy Metal Pouches]], [[Riftcinder]], and [[Riftdross]] are maxed! Pro tip: Bring along a second character and don't forget your [[Phase Displacer|Phase Displacers]] to maximize your kills.

==December 2015==
*In the [[December_2015_Version_Update_Changes|December 2015 Version Update]] the [[:Category:Abjurations#Abjuration_Sets_.28Escha_-_Ru.27Aun.29|IL119 Abjuration Equipment]] have received boosted stats to more closely compare to [[Reisenjima]] [[Geas Fete]] equipment! Be sure to check them out to see how they stack up!

*[[Dynamis]] Currency, [[Alexandrite]], [[Heavy Metal]], [[Riftcinder]] and the like can now all be placed on the [[Auction House]]! You can find them under '''Others > Misc. 3'''

==October 2015==
*We have recently recolored our item pages for a crisp, new look! Along with this change we added the following icon: [[Image:{{BG_icon}}]] to the top right of all item pages. This now functions identically as the old text link "Pages that reference this item". Simply click that icon on any page to see other places where that item is linked to on the wiki. This is a good way to see further information on an item if its page has not yet been fully updated.

==September 2015 2==
*You are able to see the latest edits to the wiki as soon as they are saved! This is not only a great way to see which pages are being worked on in order to contribute, but also to see the latest drop information on that shiny new item you have your eyes on. Simply view the [[Special:RecentChanges|Recent Changes]] page to see the latest updates that have been added to the wiki!

==September 2015==
*Wonder why that certain item is all of a sudden skyrocketing in price on the [[Auction House]]? All recipes are on our wiki, so you can easily see what those weird items such as [[Wyvern Scales]] are linked from! This usually means it is an ingredient in that recipe. Simply click on the "Pages that reference this item" link on any item page and see what that pesky item is used for!

==June 2015==
*[http://www.ffxiah.com/player/Odin/Sabishii Sabishii of Odin] has written a very extensive [[Azure_Tomes:_Blue_Magic_Guide_by_Sabishii|Blue Magic Guide]] on our wiki. It goes in depth on every aspect and mechanic of [[Blue Magic]]. The guide covers where to obtain spells all the way to new Blue Mage [[Gifts]]. If you are an aspiring Blue Mage, or even a veteran, you will want to check it out [[Azure_Tomes:_Blue_Magic_Guide_by_Sabishii|here]].

==April 2015==
*BGWiki has a revamped and finalized [[Alluvion Skirmish Armor]] and [[Alluvion Skirmish Weapons|Weapons]] pages to help everyone out with process of augmenting their new armor?<br>

==February 2015==
*BGWiki now has an [[Alluvion Skirmish Armor]] page to help everyone out with process of augmenting their new armor!<br> Since new categories as well as an increase in augment maximum values was also added to the existing [[Alluvion Skirmish Weapons]] in the February update please don't forget to post your new findings :D

==November 2014==
*[[Unity]] is a new battle system released in the recent November 10th update. Please visit the growing and developing [[Unity]] page for information on this new system. Don't be afraid to contribute! :D

==October 2014==
*Did you know we have recently revamped [[Gobbie Mystery Box]] and [[Trust]] pages? See the growing list of what may happen when you take a spin of the dial and learn something new about one of your adventuring fellows.

==August 2014==
*The remaining four [[Crafting Torques]] have been implemented into the game in the August Version Update! This includes [[Cooking]], [[Clothcraft]], [[Goldsmithing]], and [[Woodworking]]. Head on over to the [[Crafting Torques]] page to see where you can score these priceless items!

==July 2014==
*Our wiki uses a cache system, and guests who are not logged in see older versions of content. If you are logged into an account, you will be able to see the most up-to-date version of every page. We suggest that frequent users create an account and log in. This will allow you to see the newest versions of every page and easily contribute to our community!

==June 2014==
*Special ingredients were introduced in the June Version Update to allow players to easily level up their crafting skills to level 50. All you need is the item sold by the respective guild merchant and the appropriate crystal. High-quality items are not able to be synthesized, and if you fail the synth all items are lost. Now is the best time to level your sub crafts!

==May 2014==
*The new Goblin event suit ([[Goblin Masque]] & [[Goblin Suit]]) and Moogle suit ([[Green Moogle Masque]] & [[Green Moogle Suit]]) have hidden effects! Try equipping them before calling forth your [[Adventuring Fellow]] to see what happens!

==March 2014==
*Even though the [[Delve]] Fractures are inaccessible, you can still fight the first five Notorious Monsters from all three zones individually in the field! Head on over to the [[Delve]] page for all of the information we have gathered, and feel free to contribute any knowledge you may have!
*Having trouble figuring out a recipe that a certain item is used in? Now that all recipes have been added to our wiki, try using the "What links here" feature. This can be found in the left navigation under toolbox. Use it while viewing any page to see what you find!

==February 2014==
*Ever had the desire to sort specific types of weapons or pieces of armor by Item Level? Now you can on BG Wiki! We have begun the process of adding [[Item Level|Item Levels]] to Weapons and Armor. Head on over to the [[:Category:Weapon|Weapons Category]] or [[:Category:Armor|Armor Category]] to look at all current Item Levels! As always, these pages will be updated after every Version Update.

==January 2014==
*The ability to teleport between Home Points became available in [[December_2013_Version_Update_Notes|December's Version Update]]. On top of that, new and strategically placed home points were added to the game. Only catch is you must examine a Home Point once after the update took place in order to unlock that location. Having trouble finding all of them? Check out our comprehensive list over on the [[Home Point]] page!

==December 2013==
*Once again, in [[December_2013_Version_Update_Notes|December's Version Update]], players are able to reforge their [[Item Level 109 AF Armor]] to higher [[Item Level 119 AF Armor|Level 119 strength equivalents]]. Required items are obtainable from a new system called [[Records of Eminence]], and also from the new high difficulty Ark Angel fights.

==November 2013==
*In November's [[November_2013_Version_Update_Notes|Version Update]], long awaited [[Relic_Weapons|R]] / [[Mythic_Weapons|M]] / [[Empyrean_Weapons|E]] upgrades have been implemented to allow those weapons to compare to [[Delve]] alternatives. Also, players are now able to reforge their [[Artifact Armor]] and [[Artifact Armor +1]] to new [[:Category:Reforged Artifact Armor|level 99 equivalents]].

==October 2013==
*Having trouble figuring out a recipe that a certain item is used in? Now that all recipes have been added to our wiki, try using the "What links here" feature. This can be found in the left navigation under toolbox. Use it while viewing any page to see what you find!

==August 2013==
*In the August 2013 update, nearly all pieces of equipment with an [[Item Level]] have had their stats significantly upgraded to continue player progression. [[August 2013 Version Update Changes|Click here]] to see all of the upgraded (and new) equipment.

==July 2013 ==
*With the July 2013 update, players possessing the [["Climbing"]] key item may now use "Scalable Areas" to descend or ascend upon new terrain. See the quest [[Hide and Go Peak]] to learn how to acquire this key item.

==March 2013==
*'''March 3, 2013''': In recent discussions on the FFXI official forum, the development team shed some light on the inner workings of the [[Enmity]] system. See '''[[Enmity]]''' for the new (and newly confirmed) details, and stay tuned for upcoming changes to the system.

==February 2013==
*'''February 4, 2013''': Through [[Grounds of Valor]], five unique [[crafting]] torques are available which each raise a specific craft skill by a hefty two points while equipped. Check out [[User:Funkworkz|Funkworkz]]' '''[[Crafting Torque Farming Guide by Funkworkz|Crafting Torque Farming Guide]]''' for some help in obtaining these invaluable items.

==January 2013==
*'''January 10, 2013''': [[Anastase]], an [[Adoulin]]ian researcher, has recently arrived in [[Ru'Lude Gardens]] to assign adventurers to a series of quests starting with [[Researchers from the West]] through which [[Proto-Waypoint]] teleportation to the top of [[Parradamo Tor]], the depths of [[Sea Serpent Grotto]], and a large array of other unique locations can be unlocked.
*'''January 1, 2013''': [[Fortuitous Leviathan]] was chosen as the representative of this year's [[New Year 2013|New Year event]] at the great dismay of some of our more popular [[Peiste]] friends. Partaking in the event in [[Konschtat Highlands]] or [[Valkurm Dunes]] may prove more interesting than doing so in one of the many other available areas.

==December 2012==
*'''December 10, 2012''': The [[Starlight Celebration]] takes place each December in [[Vana'diel]], closing out the year with holiday spirit. Past celebrations have added the [[Dream Hat]], [[Dream Robe]], [[Dream Boots]], [[Dream Pants]], and even a [[Dream Bell]], but the suit is still missing a matching pair of gloves. [[Dream Mittens|Perhaps this year....]]
*'''December 3, 2012''': Although today remembered for little more than the [[Lungo-Nango Jadeshell|Jadeshell]] which still bears his name, Lungo-Nango is of great historical significance to [[Vana'diel]] with a rise to and subsequent fall from grace that closely parallels that of Alexander the Great. He is also credited as the first to pen the [[grimoire]], the strategic manuscript later advanced by [[Schultz|Gunther Schultz]] and his son to become the magical source for [[Scholar]]s' power.

==November 2012==
*'''November 26, 2012''': Hungry? While in general, of the five [[:Category:Race|races]], only [[Galka]] can eat raw meat and only [[Mithra]] can eat raw fish, equipping the [[Matron's Knife]] will allow any player of any race to consume either of them.
*'''November 16, 2012''': In some regions of [[Vana'diel]], [[weather]] is strongly seasonal, tied to the Vana'diel [[Vana'diel Time|calendar]]. For example, the [[Li'Telor]] region has almost daily thunderstorms in the summer, but only a few during the winter months.
*'''November 13, 2012''': After completing the series of quests from [[Cid]]'s assistant [[Raibaht]] ([[Teak Me to the Stars]], [[Hyper Active]], and [[The Naming Game]]), you can name the airship that appears in the [[Chains of Promathia]] storyline (and receive a hyper ultra cool title!).
*'''November 9, 2012''': The elemental damage boosting effects of [[:Category:Cumulative Magic|Cumulative Magic]] and augmented [[Quick Draw]] (with [[Navarch's Bottes +1]] or [[Navarch's Bottes +2|+2]]) can be combined to significantly increase the damage dealt of the same element.
*'''November 7, 2012''': [[Areuhat]], whose story is chronicled in the Near Eastern classic [[W. Areuhat|Wyrmseeker Areuhat]], has an insatiable appetite for certain... oddities. Try the quest [[Beast from the East]] to learn more about this legendary swordswoman!