Endwalker's MSQ is a good story clumsily told, but with the fervour and emotional wit of some of the best PS2-era JRPGs.
Found myself bored and frustrated at the direction they've taken on a few occassions. There is a whole story arc I'd honestly prefer excised entirely because while enjoyable in the moment, it's frustrating to reconcile with, as I have to slot it into the grand history of Eorzia and I'm not convinced it deserves to fit. I've wondered for the best part of a year at this point how you top Shadowbringers, so it's almost centring to have Yoship say in no uncertain terms "you don't. chill".
All that to say, I adored parts of this, some of the most affecting segments so far, that perfect balance of self-assured sentimentality I always find charming and moving, despite the final message feeling a little confused? I dunno. It's just so sick to have a game that without fail can find new ways to make me cry.

The trials and duties are such a great spectacle this time around it's insane. So excited for what's to come.

[ / Listen to the silence ]
[ // Gaze at the distant stars ]
[ /// Look back on the path ]
[ //// Offer a word of comfort ]
[ ///// Look to the path ahead ]
[[[[[[[[[ You're Not Alone ]]]]]]]]]]