Final Fantasy XIV: Through the Maelstrom
released on Mar 26, 2014
An update for Final Fantasy XIV Online
Patch 2.2 contains myriad additions and refinements to the realm of Eorzea. Players seeking the thrill of combat can face off with Leviathan or brave the new twists and turns of the Binding Coil. Artisans can try their hand at demanding new recipes, and master anglers can reel in legendary denizens of the deep. From new dealings with the beast tribes to new dances sweeping the land, there is much to see and more to do in the ever-changing realm of Eorzea!
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Simplesmente Leviathan
The plotline centered around the Domans was nice, as well as the Leviathan trial.
The story was pretty meh but I really enjoyed the Leviathan fight it was incredible and I love to see more Thancred, it's just more set up though, still excited to see what comes!
The Leviathan fight & Hildibrand quests are fun, but most of the main story is just fine setup for what’s to come.
This review contains spoilers
Wait, racism is bad? Wow, who knew? Patch 2.2 continues to serve as more set-up, but this time with a larger focus on compelling storytelling (actual voiced cutscenes, hooray!). Yugiri seems like an interesting character, and it's funny that I just so happened to unlock Ninja during this time, as its quest line makes mentions of Yugiri and Doma as a whole (it is their fighting style, afterall). I can't say that I'm too invested in the Ascians subplot, yet. As of right now, they're just giving me Organization XIII vibes, but without the personality.
Leviathan made for a cool trial boss, despite our party getting wiped on the first attempt. I'm starting to wonder how anyone is supposed to figure out these attack patterns without any explanation or multiple re-attempts. I didn't even notice the tail on Leviathan until someone pointed it out to me. Maybe I should tamper with my lock-on settings again. But I digress; I'm a sprout, and this is mainly a skill issue. I'll get there.
And oh boy, I got chills when Teledji stared at the camera and said: "Revolution..." I honestly did not see his role as a villain coming.
Leviathan made for a cool trial boss, despite our party getting wiped on the first attempt. I'm starting to wonder how anyone is supposed to figure out these attack patterns without any explanation or multiple re-attempts. I didn't even notice the tail on Leviathan until someone pointed it out to me. Maybe I should tamper with my lock-on settings again. But I digress; I'm a sprout, and this is mainly a skill issue. I'll get there.
And oh boy, I got chills when Teledji stared at the camera and said: "Revolution..." I honestly did not see his role as a villain coming.
What's that? ACTUAL storytelling?? In MY Final Fantasy XIV???
Probably the best chunk of the game so far. A strong introduction to Yuguri (I have no idea how big her role is going to be moving forward) and you can tell there are a lot of seeds being planted for future stories. It's also where the improved voice acting and cutscene direction really kicks in. If this is a sign of things to come, then I'm really excited.
Probably the best chunk of the game so far. A strong introduction to Yuguri (I have no idea how big her role is going to be moving forward) and you can tell there are a lot of seeds being planted for future stories. It's also where the improved voice acting and cutscene direction really kicks in. If this is a sign of things to come, then I'm really excited.