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For those of you who missed the 14-hour anniversary broadcast, we're pleased to announce the 2015 Eorzea Census is now available for your viewing pleasure. Catch the latest data to come out of Eorzea, including updated information on Alexander: Gordias!

View the Census.

* The data on "Total Playing Hours of All Characters" has been corrected since the number was incorrect.We give our appreciations to the players who have pointed it out.

Players can now purchase the following via the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Mog Station:

It’s nearly time for Tokyo Game Show 2015 and FINAL FANTASY XIV will be there in full force! Continuing the tradition from previous years, we’ll be hosting a primal battle challenge, where this year attendees will be able to face off against Ravana, for a shot at prizes and glory. Additionally, we will be holding a special edition of the Letter from the Producer LIVE to deliver the latest on Patch 3.1!

Read on for details.

* Updated on September 15, 2015

We've prepared yet another fan kit including a wallpaper of Minfillia as seen in the Ultimate Fight FINAL FANTASY XIV video. For all you Twitter users out there, we also have icons using pixel art from the Lore Lowdown. Use these latest fan kit additions to give your PC and mobile devices a great new look!

Download the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Kit.

Aspiring aestheticians from across the realm have been submitting their unique and fancy dos, and the development and operation teams have shaved downed the entries to 25 of their favorite hairstyles for both male and female. Now the time has come to see who will make the final cut! Submit you votes for your favorite entries and decide the winning male and female hairstyle!

Details on how to vote can be found here.

The fourth installment of Tales from the Dragonsong War is now available for your reading pleasure! Learn more of what has become of the sultana in For Coin and Country.

Read the fourth story.

FINAL FANTASY XIV fans the world round, the sixty-first Letter from the Producer has arrived for your viewing pleasure!

Pore over the complete letter.

Patch 3.07 brings a number of adjustments to disciples of war and magic, favors, UI changes, as well as fixes for several known issues.

View the patch notes.

The third installment of Tales from the Dragonsong War is now available for your reading pleasure! Look back on the younger years of Haurchefant in Vows Unbroken.

Read the third story.

Thursday, August 27, 2015 marks the second anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV! To celebrate this momentous occasion, we'll be holding a special in-game event: The Rising.

Players will have the chance to receive special minions and a number of commemorative items, so don't miss this chance to celebrate two years of adventure in Eorzea!

Read on for details.

Celebrate the 2nd anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV with us at PAX Prime 2015! Continuing the tradition from previous PAX events, we’ll be holding a primal battle challenge where attendees will be able to face off against Ravana! Naturally, our battle challenge wouldn’t be complete without an “I BEAT” t-shirt, and we’ve had our weaver specialists craft up the finest “I BEAT RAVANA” t-shirts. Additionally, we’ll be hosting a special panel that will feature Localization Lead Michael-Christopher Koji Fox and Sound Director Masayoshi Soken!

Read on for a full schedule of events and details.

The date has been set for the twenty-fourth installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE! Scheduled to be held during the 14-hour anniversary broadcast, this will be the first half of a two-part special previewing what's to come in patch 3.1. Don't miss this chance to get the latest information out of Eorzea!

Read on for details.

We’re pleased to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXII and XXIII event digests are now available!

If you missed the live stream, or if you just want to check what was answered during the shows one more time, follow the links below!

To all of Eorzea's fashion-forward stylists and adventurers. This is a reminder that the deadline for the FFXIV Hairstyle Design Contest is Friday, 21 August 2015 at 6:00 (GMT). Only a few days remain, so don't delay in sending us your creative cuts and dashing dos!

Review full contest details.

The second installment of the Tales from the Dragonsong War is now available for your reading pleasure! Take a glimpse into the life of Ysayle in The Dreamer and the Dream.

Read the second story.

As we celebrate the second anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of several central characters with Tales of the Dragonsong War! Today we invite you to pore over the first of four installments: Through Fire and Blood.

Read the first story.

Players can now purchase the following via the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Mog Station:

The realm now basks in the golden glow of the summer sun, its cities adorned with balloons and streamers. And the glittering flash of fireworks over the shores of Costa del Sol can only mean one thing—the Moonfire Faire, the fiery festival by which we celebrate the season. Hosted by the Adventurers' Guild, they mean to help the people of Eorzea grow more familiar with their deeds. But alas, this year they are understaffed, and want for assistance. To those who would ensure the celebration is a sizzling success, pray seek out Haermaga, grand chaperone of this year's Moonfire Faire.

Read on for details.

The second anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV is nearly upon us. And to commemorate this momentous occasion, we'll be hosting a special 14-hour broadcast! The live stream will feature the twenty-fourth Letter from the Producer LIVE, appearances by special guests, and much more! You won't want to miss all the fun and excitement during our weekend celebration!

Read on for details.

We are proud to announce FINAL FANTASY XIV will once again be making an appearance at gamescom in Cologne, Germany from August 5 to 9!
That’s right, gamescom is nearly upon us and FINAL FANTASY XIV will be there with fun events for attendees! Take part in the Challenge Roulette, earn “I Beat …” t-shirts, and attend the biggest Fan Gathering outside of the Fan Festival. Come, join in, prove your skills, and party with us!

Read on to learn more about what we have planned for gamescom!