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	The game is broken up into what we call "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Areas zones]". Every zone has its own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Magical_Maps map] which you may access by going to the bottom of the first page of the main menu. The map will show you the zone's name, your whereabouts, and a grid system which you can use to find things, especially if you're using an online resource. City maps will show shops and other useful things such as the Residential Area and connecting zones. Tabbing left and right on the map menu itself will let you create markers and locate party members.		The game is broken up into what we call "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Areas zones]". Every zone has its own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Magical_Maps map] which you may access by going to the bottom of the first page of the main menu. The map will show you the zone's name, your whereabouts, and a grid system which you can use to find things, especially if you're using an online resource. City maps will show shops and other useful things such as the Residential Area and connecting zones. Tabbing left and right on the map menu itself will let you create markers and locate party members.
	====The Tutorial====		====The Tutorial====
	Each starting nation has a [[Tutorial NPC]] (non-player character) to speak to in order to understand bits and pieces of the game. They aren't too long and introduce some good habits for new players. Open up your [[:Category:Magical_Maps\|map]] and make sure you're in [[Southern San d'Oria]], [[Bastok_Markets]], or [[Windurst_Woods]]. If not, follow your map and make your way to one of those specific zones. ~~Use [[Wide_Scan]] to help you find the NPC if you need to!~~ Speak with [[Alaune]] in [[Southern San d'Oria]] (G-10), [[Gulldago]] in [[Bastok Markets]] (G-10), or [[Selele]] in [[Windurst Woods]] (K-10) to get started. I won't get into specifics, but if you get lost, the tutorial quest guide may be found [[Tutorial NPC]].		Each starting nation has a [[Tutorial NPC]] (non-player character) to speak to in order to understand bits and pieces of the game. They aren't too long and introduce some good habits for new players. Open up your [[:Category:Magical_Maps\|map]] and make sure you're in [[Southern San d'Oria]], [[Bastok_Markets]], or [[Windurst_Woods]]. If not, follow your map and make your way to one of those specific zones. Speak with [[Alaune]] in [[Southern San d'Oria]] (G-10), [[Gulldago]] in [[Bastok Markets]] (G-10), or [[Selele]] in [[Windurst Woods]] (K-10) to get started. I won't get into specifics, but if you get lost, the tutorial quest guide may be found [[Tutorial NPC]].

	====Inventory Management====		====Inventory Management====

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	Keep in mind that in these early levels, optimization really isn't critical. Unless what you're doing is making the game less enjoyable for others, just play the game how you like it. Most of the time it won't even be that different, since your skills probably aren't going to be capped anyway. You want to use a spear on Warrior in preparation for when you unlock Dragoon? Go for it! Especially if you're just going it alone with a party of trusts, have fun with it.		Keep in mind that in these early levels, optimization really isn't critical. Unless what you're doing is making the game less enjoyable for others, just play the game how you like it. Most of the time it won't even be that different, since your skills probably aren't going to be capped anyway. You want to use a spear on Warrior in preparation for when you unlock Dragoon? Go for it! <!--Especially if you're just going it alone with a party of trusts, have fun with it.-->

	===Finishing Touches===		===Finishing Touches===

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	==Level Zero==		==Level Zero==
	There are a few things that happen before your first steps in the world of [[Vana'diel]]. If you haven't already, the sign-up process has been made far easier on HorizonXI than the retail experience. You need only visit the [https://horizonxi.com/play-now HXI Web Site] and follow a few simple steps.		There are a few things that happen before your first steps in the world of [[Vana'diel]]. If you haven't already, the sign-up process has been made far easier on HorizonXI than the retail experience. You need only visit the [https://horizonxi.com/play-now HXI Web Site] and follow a few simple steps.
	===[~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Races Races]===		===[[:Category:Races\|Races]]===
	'''N.B.: Please don't stress out about racial differences in attributes.''' The differences are fairly small at all stages of the game, and the differences that do exist can be more than made up for with just a couple pieces of equipment. Furthermore, every job requires a variety of stats, so no race is ever better or worse than another for a job. And of course, any character may play every job! Attribute differences are more about one's preferences and play-style. Each race also has its own fun aesthetic and history within the game world, so I recommend focusing more on that.		'''N.B.: Please don't stress out about racial differences in attributes.''' The differences are fairly small at all stages of the game, and the differences that do exist can be more than made up for with just a couple pieces of equipment. Furthermore, every job requires a variety of stats, so no race is ever better or worse than another for a job. And of course, any character may play every job! Attribute differences are more about one's preferences and play-style. Each race also has its own fun aesthetic and history within the game world, so I recommend focusing more on that.

	To help understand these [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:Stats ~~attributes~~], here's a quick run-down:		To help understand these [[:Category:Stats\|stats]], here's a quick run-down:
	*[[Strength]] - This understandably governs your [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Attack physical attack damage]. What you might not know is that Strength affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Attack ranged physical attacks] as well, including [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:Archery bows], [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:Marksmanship guns], and [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category~~:Marksmanship crossbows].		*[[Strength]] - This understandably governs your [[Attack\|physical attack damage]]. What you might not know is that Strength affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Attack ranged physical attacks] as well, including [[:Category:Archery\|bows]], [[:Category:Marksmanship\|guns]], and [[:Marksmanship\|crossbows]].
	*[[Dexterity]] - This governs your [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Accuracy melee accuracy] and overall [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Critical_Hit_Rate~~ critical hit rate].		*[[Dexterity]] - This governs your [[Accuracy\|melee accuracy]] and overall [[Critical_Hit\|Rate critical hit rate]].
	*[[Vitality]] - A higher vitality makes you [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Defense receive less damage] from physical attacks, and will also affect how much [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/HP~~ HP] you restore when receiving [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency~~ healing effects].		*[[Vitality]] - A higher vitality makes you [[Defense\|receive less damage]] from physical attacks, and will also affect how much [[HP]] you restore when receiving [[Cure Potency\|healing effects]].
	*[[Agility]] - This stat affects [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Evasion evasion] and [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Accuracy~~ ~~ranged accuracy~~]. Higher Agility also reduces the number of [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tactical_Points~~ tactical points (TP)] an enemy receives when you strike them. (TP are a resource used to unleash [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:~~Weapon_Skills~~ special moves])		*[[Agility]] - This stat affects [[:Category:Evasion\|evasion]] and [[Ranged Accuracy]]. Higher Agility also reduces the number of [[Tactical Points\|tactical points (TP)]] an enemy receives when you strike them. (TP are a resource used to unleash [[:Category:Weapon Skills\|special moves]])
	*[[Mind]] - Affects the [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magical_Accuracy~~ accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Calculating_Magic_Damage damage] of your own [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:~~White_Magic~~ White Magic] effects, your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Evasion evasion] and [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Defense~~ ~~defense~~] against enemy White Magic effects, and the [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency~~ potency of various healing abilities] (especially White Magic).		*[[Mind]] - Affects the [[Magic Accuracy\|Magical accuracy]] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Calculating_Magic_Damage damage] of your own [[Category:White Magic\|White Magic]] effects, your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Evasion evasion] and [[Magic Defense]] against enemy White Magic effects, and the [[Cure Potency\|potency]] of various healing abilities] (especially White Magic).
	*[[Intelligence]] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Attack_Bonus damage] of your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Black_Magic Black Magic] spells and your resistances to enemy Black Magic. Also has a global effect on your magic damage output overall.		*[[Intelligence]] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Attack_Bonus damage] of your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Black_Magic Black Magic] spells and your resistances to enemy Black Magic. Also has a global effect on your magic damage output overall.
	*[[Charisma]] - Only notably affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Bard Bard] songs, a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Beastmaster Beastmaster's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Charm Charm], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dancer Dancer's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Waltzes healing abilities].		*[[Charisma]] - Only notably affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Bard Bard] songs, a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Beastmaster Beastmaster's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Charm Charm], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dancer Dancer's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Waltzes healing abilities].

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Geomancer (Not Yet Available)

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	(PLEASE NOTE RUNE FENCER WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON HORIZONXI UNTIL SEEKERS OF ADOULIN) Drawing upon an ancient form of magic and the practical dueling nature of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Great_Swords swords] are the mystical Rune Fencers. Rune Fencers enchant themselves with various [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Element elements] by signing [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Rune_Enchantment Runes]. These grant them the properties of those elements, emboldening their attacks and growing their resistances. They then may use the runes they've harbored to further [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ward ward] themselves and their allies from harm, or [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Effusion effuse] them to charge a powerful strike. A high aptitude with [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Parrying_Skill parrying] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Counter countering], as well as high [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Enmity enmity] gain with use of their many abilities allow Rune Fencers to defend their allies extremely well. And their elemental wards make Rune Fencers especially capable against foes that fight with magic. Naturally low defense and a lack of healing abilities means they rely heavily on the persistence of their abilities and a capable healer. But their ability to hold the attention of large groups of enemies and ability to survive devastatingly powerful magic make Rune Fencers very effective defenders. Speak with the gentleman in the fancy armor on the steps of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Eastern_Adoulin Eastern Adoulin] named [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Octavien Octavien]. He knows plenty about runes!		(PLEASE NOTE RUNE FENCER WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON HORIZONXI UNTIL SEEKERS OF ADOULIN) Drawing upon an ancient form of magic and the practical dueling nature of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Great_Swords swords] are the mystical Rune Fencers. Rune Fencers enchant themselves with various [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Element elements] by signing [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Rune_Enchantment Runes]. These grant them the properties of those elements, emboldening their attacks and growing their resistances. They then may use the runes they've harbored to further [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ward ward] themselves and their allies from harm, or [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Effusion effuse] them to charge a powerful strike. A high aptitude with [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Parrying_Skill parrying] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Counter countering], as well as high [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Enmity enmity] gain with use of their many abilities allow Rune Fencers to defend their allies extremely well. And their elemental wards make Rune Fencers especially capable against foes that fight with magic. Naturally low defense and a lack of healing abilities means they rely heavily on the persistence of their abilities and a capable healer. But their ability to hold the attention of large groups of enemies and ability to survive devastatingly powerful magic make Rune Fencers very effective defenders. Speak with the gentleman in the fancy armor on the steps of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Eastern_Adoulin Eastern Adoulin] named [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Octavien Octavien]. He knows plenty about runes!
	===[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Geomancer Geomancer] (Not Yet Available)===		===[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Geomancer Geomancer] (Not Yet Available)===
	(PLEASE NOTE ~~SCHOLAR~~ WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON HORIZONXI UNTIL SEEKERS OF ADOULIN) By listening to the very heartbeat of Vana'diel itself, Geomancers tap into powerful terrestrial sorcery. They draw the power of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Geomancy geomancy] into themselves and act as a focus of their own magic. Depending on the spell, this means that they need proximity to their intended target, be it magnifying the strength of their allies or crippling their foes. After mastering the spell which emanates from themselves, Geomancers may attune to reservoirs of geomantic energy, allowing them to cast the same spells on a terrestrial spirit called a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Luopan Luopan]. These formless beings may themselves become a second focus of the Geomancer's magical effects, and may be placed strategically to the benefit of their team. Luopans are ephemeral, but hardy. And though stationary, the Geomancer does have limited control over them. Beyond this, Geomancers also possess the ability to evoke devastating [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Elemental_Magic elemental magic], making use of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cardinal_Chant relative positioning] to enhance their effects. To create and nurture a Luopan of your own, speak to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sylvie Sylvie] in [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Western_Adoulin Western Adoulin] near the docks.		(PLEASE NOTE GEOMANCER WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON HORIZONXI UNTIL SEEKERS OF ADOULIN) By listening to the very heartbeat of Vana'diel itself, Geomancers tap into powerful terrestrial sorcery. They draw the power of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Geomancy geomancy] into themselves and act as a focus of their own magic. Depending on the spell, this means that they need proximity to their intended target, be it magnifying the strength of their allies or crippling their foes. After mastering the spell which emanates from themselves, Geomancers may attune to reservoirs of geomantic energy, allowing them to cast the same spells on a terrestrial spirit called a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Luopan Luopan]. These formless beings may themselves become a second focus of the Geomancer's magical effects, and may be placed strategically to the benefit of their team. Luopans are ephemeral, but hardy. And though stationary, the Geomancer does have limited control over them. Beyond this, Geomancers also possess the ability to evoke devastating [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Elemental_Magic elemental magic], making use of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cardinal_Chant relative positioning] to enhance their effects. To create and nurture a Luopan of your own, speak to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sylvie Sylvie] in [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Western_Adoulin Western Adoulin] near the docks.

	==More Helpful Tips==		==More Helpful Tips==
	===Communication===		===Communication===

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Level Zero: moving some links to our wiki. (lots more to go)

imported>Dejey: /* The Tutorial */ updated links for tutorial to be horizonXI pages vs fandom. they all appear to be done

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The Tutorial: updated links for tutorial to be horizonXI pages vs fandom. they all appear to be done

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	The game is broken up into what we call "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Areas zones]". Every zone has its own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Magical_Maps map] which you may access by going to the bottom of the first page of the main menu. The map will show you the zone's name, your whereabouts, and a grid system which you can use to find things, especially if you're using an online resource. City maps will show shops and other useful things such as the Residential Area and connecting zones. Tabbing left and right on the map menu itself will let you create markers and locate party members.		The game is broken up into what we call "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Areas zones]". Every zone has its own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Magical_Maps map] which you may access by going to the bottom of the first page of the main menu. The map will show you the zone's name, your whereabouts, and a grid system which you can use to find things, especially if you're using an online resource. City maps will show shops and other useful things such as the Residential Area and connecting zones. Tabbing left and right on the map menu itself will let you create markers and locate party members.
	====The Tutorial====		====The Tutorial====
	Each starting nation has a [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tutorial_NPC tutorial~~ NPC] (non-player character) to speak to in order to understand bits and pieces of the game. They aren't too long and introduce some good habits for new players. Open up your [~~http~~:~~//ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Category:Magical_Maps map] and make sure you're in [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Southern_San_d'Oria~~ Southern San d'Oria], [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Bastok_Markets ~~Bastok Markets~~], or [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Windurst_Woods ~~Windurst Woods~~]. If not, follow your map and make your way to one of those specific zones. Use [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Wide_Scan ~~Wide Scan~~] to help you find the NPC if you need to! Speak with [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Alaune~~ Alaune] in Southern San d'Oria (G-10), [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Gulldago~~ Gulldago] in Bastok Markets (D-11), or [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Selele~~ Selele] in Windurst Woods (K-10) to get started. I won't get into specifics, but if you get lost, the tutorial quest guide may be found [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tutorial_NPC~~ ~~here~~].		Each starting nation has a [[Tutorial NPC]] (non-player character) to speak to in order to understand bits and pieces of the game. They aren't too long and introduce some good habits for new players. Open up your [[:Category:Magical_Maps\|map]] and make sure you're in [[Southern San d'Oria]], [[Bastok_Markets]], or [[Windurst_Woods]]. If not, follow your map and make your way to one of those specific zones. Use [[Wide_Scan]] to help you find the NPC if you need to! Speak with [[Alaune]] in [[Southern San d'Oria]] (G-10), [[Gulldago]] in [[Bastok Markets]] (G-10), or [[Selele]] in [[Windurst Woods]] (K-10) to get started. I won't get into specifics, but if you get lost, the tutorial quest guide may be found [[Tutorial NPC]].

	====Inventory Management====		====Inventory Management====
	The 30-slot inventory you're given at the start is pretty tiny, but there are a ton of ways to make it work wonders. First, there's a feature under "Gameplay" in the settings that will automatically sort your inventory whenever you get a new item, which also stacks stackable items like [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Crystals Crystals] on your behalf. Second, is your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House Mog House]. I go into more details about it below, but you should know that there are a ton of extra storage spots in there. You'll unlock more storage options and more slots per inventory as you play the game as well. Third, some of these Mog House options are accessible even in the middle of nowhere. Two of these are called your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Wardrobe Mog Wardrobe], from which you may store and directly equip armor and weapons! If you play your cards right, you can store all of your equipment in the Wardrobes and leave your entire inventory for drops and consumables. Lastly, there exist [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Porter_Moogle Porter Moogles], who can store almost any equipment in the game. The process to store things with Porter Moogles is a little time-consuming, so it's best to only use them with stuff you rarely need.		The 30-slot inventory you're given at the start is pretty tiny, but there are a ton of ways to make it work wonders. First, there's a feature under "Gameplay" in the settings that will automatically sort your inventory whenever you get a new item, which also stacks stackable items like [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Crystals Crystals] on your behalf. Second, is your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House Mog House]. I go into more details about it below, but you should know that there are a ton of extra storage spots in there. You'll unlock more storage options and more slots per inventory as you play the game as well. Third, some of these Mog House options are accessible even in the middle of nowhere. Two of these are called your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Wardrobe Mog Wardrobe], from which you may store and directly equip armor and weapons! If you play your cards right, you can store all of your equipment in the Wardrobes and leave your entire inventory for drops and consumables. Lastly, there exist [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Porter_Moogle Porter Moogles], who can store almost any equipment in the game. The process to store things with Porter Moogles is a little time-consuming, so it's best to only use them with stuff you rarely need.

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The link about the Mog House Exits has been changed to point internally instead of to FFXIClopedia

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	All adventurers are given a small apartment in the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House Residential Area] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Moogle Moogle]. Visiting the same district of other nations will access a free Rent-A-Room instead. It's within one of these Moogle-run apartments that you may change jobs, deliver or receive items, and store any unwanted items. But moreover, your own Mog House is open to redesign!		All adventurers are given a small apartment in the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House Residential Area] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Moogle Moogle]. Visiting the same district of other nations will access a free Rent-A-Room instead. It's within one of these Moogle-run apartments that you may change jobs, deliver or receive items, and store any unwanted items. But moreover, your own Mog House is open to redesign!

	Adding [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Furnishings furniture] to your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Safe Mog Safe] and then using the "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Layout Layout]" command will let you place and rearrange the furniture to your liking. Certain furniture will even let you store items within, and some even come with unique bonuses like experience point multipliers. You can even get some special upgrades like an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House_2F upper floor], a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Patio_design_document patio], and [~~http~~://~~ffxiclopedia~~.~~fandom.com/~~wiki/Category:Mog_House_Exit_Quests quick access to other areas in the city]. The furniture and other objects you can place in your Mog House allow for some really great customization. When you're happy with how it looks, you can even [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Open_Mog_House! invite your friends over] to hang out!		Adding [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Furnishings furniture] to your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Safe Mog Safe] and then using the "[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Layout Layout]" command will let you place and rearrange the furniture to your liking. Certain furniture will even let you store items within, and some even come with unique bonuses like experience point multipliers. You can even get some special upgrades like an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_House_2F upper floor], a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mog_Patio_design_document patio], and [https://horizonffxi.wiki/Category:Mog_House_Exit_Quests quick access to other areas in the city]. The furniture and other objects you can place in your Mog House allow for some really great customization. When you're happy with how it looks, you can even [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Open_Mog_House! invite your friends over] to hang out!

	Furthermore, your Mog House also allows you to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Gardening garden]. Acquiring some flower pots and planting some seeds will start the process. After some tender loving care over the course of a few days you'll see the results! Whether you're planting flowers to spruce your place up even more, or planting herbs and vegetables to sell or use in cooking, it's a great distraction from the bustle of the outside.		Furthermore, your Mog House also allows you to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Gardening garden]. Acquiring some flower pots and planting some seeds will start the process. After some tender loving care over the course of a few days you'll see the results! Whether you're planting flowers to spruce your place up even more, or planting herbs and vegetables to sell or use in cooking, it's a great distraction from the bustle of the outside.

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	==More Helpful Tips==		==More Helpful Tips==
	===Communication===		===Communication===
	Final Fantasy XI is a game heavily based around communication. The slower pace and automatic attacks often allows party members to communicate via in-game text chat, and many elements such as [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Skillchains~~ Skillchains] and [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Burst~~ Magic Bursts] rely on players discussing strategy with one another. In lieu of "Guilds" or "Companies", Vana'diel uses special [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Linkpearl pearls] ~~worn as earrings~~ that magically communicate through the shell from which they originate. We call these [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/~~Linkshell ~~Linkshells~~], and are our main method of communicating with our larger squads of friends. Because you may hold the pearls from many different Linkshells, many cater to specialized events. New players in particular may find use in speaking to a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Linkshell_Concierge Linkshell Concierge], as they will match you with a recruiting Linkshell!		Final Fantasy XI is a game heavily based around communication. The slower pace and automatic attacks often allows party members to communicate via in-game text chat, and many elements such as [[Skillchains]] and [[Magic Burst\|Magic Bursts]] rely on players discussing strategy with one another. In lieu of "Guilds" or "Companies", Vana'diel uses special [[Linkpearl\|pearls] that magically communicate through the shell from which they originate. We call these [[Linkshell]]s, and are our main method of communicating with our larger squads of friends.

	Like other games in the genre, it offers many different channels for chat. Most players will default their chat to either Party or Linkshell depending on the situation, only using other channels if the need arises. Pressing forward slash (/) will always start typing, regardless of your keyboard settings. The chat you use may be set as a default in menus or prefixed with the following:		Like other games in the genre, it offers many different channels for chat. Most players will default their chat to either Party or Linkshell depending on the situation, only using other channels if the need arises. Pressing forward slash (/) will always start typing, regardless of your keyboard settings. The chat you use may be set as a default in menus or prefixed with the following:
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	*/emote (/em) - To everyone nearby, beginning with your name, and appearing as an emote. For example, "/em hugs the Moogle." would appear as "Bahamut hugs the Moogle."		*/emote (/em) - To everyone nearby, beginning with your name, and appearing as an emote. For example, "/em hugs the Moogle." would appear as "Bahamut hugs the Moogle."
	HorizonXI, like the official servers before it, is available worldwide. You'll find yourself adventuring with folks from all around the world - in real life! And Final Fantasy XI provides means to communicate with people who may not speak your language. The [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Auto-Translator Auto-Translator] is a feature that allows you to pull up key words and phrases into your chat, and will display in everyone's native language! This is opened using the Tab key on your keyboard, and may be used after writing part of a word to narrow your options. For example, you may type "Hello" and then hit Tab which will let you select {Hello!}. When you see the green and red brackets, you know it's from the translator. Nearly everything may be communicated this way, and you can go on whole adventures with players from around the world! The only caveat is that some words and phrases have more than one meaning in different languages. Where an English player may see {Take care} as "Be well until the next time I see you!", the other languages will receive a more narrow translation of "Be cautious of this threat". Or for another example, you may interpret "Nice to meet you!" as "It was nice to have met you", it translates more strictly in other languages as present tense. Just be mindful; you may rest easy knowing nothing inherently translates insultingly.		HorizonXI, like the official servers before it, is available worldwide. You'll find yourself adventuring with folks from all around the world - in real life! And Final Fantasy XI provides means to communicate with people who may not speak your language. The [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Auto-Translator Auto-Translator] is a feature that allows you to pull up key words and phrases into your chat, and will display in everyone's native language! This is opened using the Tab key on your keyboard, and may be used after writing part of a word to narrow your options. For example, you may type "Hello" and then hit Tab which will let you select {Hello!}. When you see the green and red brackets, you know it's from the translator. Nearly everything may be communicated this way, and you can go on whole adventures with players from around the world! The only caveat is that some words and phrases have more than one meaning in different languages. Where an English player may see {Take care} as "Be well until the next time I see you!", the other languages will receive a more narrow translation of "Be cautious of this threat". Or for another example, you may interpret "Nice to meet you!" as "It was nice to have met you", it translates more strictly in other languages as present tense. Just be mindful; you may rest easy knowing nothing inherently translates insultingly.

	===Syntax and Macros===		===Syntax and Macros===
	In addition to text chat being a fundamental part of the game, text may be used as a means to perform nearly any action as well. By following specific syntax, you may execute job abilities, weapon skills, and spells, or do other things like open menus, equip items, and follow your friends. There are lots of small tricks you can add to your text that can really make your life easier. Using open-angle brackets (<>) you can quickly draw information from the game, either for your own use or for communicating in a party. For some examples:		In addition to text chat being a fundamental part of the game, text may be used as a means to perform nearly any action as well. By following specific syntax, you may execute job abilities, weapon skills, and spells, or do other things like open menus, equip items, and follow your friends. There are lots of small tricks you can add to your text that can really make your life easier. Using open-angle brackets (<>) you can quickly draw information from the game, either for your own use or for communicating in a party. For some examples:

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	This support-style job really levels the playing field. Red Mages focus on nullifying enemy strengths with their powerful [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Enfeebling_Magic enfeebling magic], making their allies more efficient with [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Enhancing_Magic enhancing magic], and filling in gaps in parties with their proficiency in each [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Healing_Magic healing magic], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Elemental_Magic elemental magic], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Swords melee combat]. While less potent than their White and Black Mage counterparts, Red Mage's [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Fast_Cast Fast Cast] trait makes them extremely flexible by reducing both the casting and recast time of all spells. And to bolster their melee damage, they may [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Enspell imbue their weapons] with elements to add elemental damage to every attack! In a party scenario, try to enfeeble enemies to reduce their damage output and quicken fights, while backing up other healers with the occasional [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure cure] spell. Adventurers starting out as Red Mage will begin with an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Onion_Dagger Onion Dagger] and a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dia scroll of Dia]. Use the scroll to learn your first spell, and cast it early on in any fight to maximize the use of its damage-over-time and defense-down effects. I recommend ditching the dagger early on for a good [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Wax_Sword sword]. You may even want to switch to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Clubs wands] or [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Staves staves] in a party scenario where being on the front-line may be dangerous. Be sure to keep on top of your spells, but keep a healthy wardrobe to fit yourself into a party as necessary. Early on, Red Mage has an expensive palette of spells, armor, and weapons to procure.		This support-style job really levels the playing field. Red Mages focus on nullifying enemy strengths with their powerful [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Enfeebling_Magic enfeebling magic], making their allies more efficient with [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Enhancing_Magic enhancing magic], and filling in gaps in parties with their proficiency in each [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Healing_Magic healing magic], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Elemental_Magic elemental magic], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Swords melee combat]. While less potent than their White and Black Mage counterparts, Red Mage's [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Fast_Cast Fast Cast] trait makes them extremely flexible by reducing both the casting and recast time of all spells. And to bolster their melee damage, they may [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Enspell imbue their weapons] with elements to add elemental damage to every attack! In a party scenario, try to enfeeble enemies to reduce their damage output and quicken fights, while backing up other healers with the occasional [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure cure] spell. Adventurers starting out as Red Mage will begin with an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Onion_Dagger Onion Dagger] and a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dia scroll of Dia]. Use the scroll to learn your first spell, and cast it early on in any fight to maximize the use of its damage-over-time and defense-down effects. I recommend ditching the dagger early on for a good [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Wax_Sword sword]. You may even want to switch to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Clubs wands] or [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Staves staves] in a party scenario where being on the front-line may be dangerous. Be sure to keep on top of your spells, but keep a healthy wardrobe to fit yourself into a party as necessary. Early on, Red Mage has an expensive palette of spells, armor, and weapons to procure.
	====[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Thief Thief]====		====[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Thief Thief]====
	Tools such as Steal and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Treasure_Hunter Treasure Hunter] make Thief the best job at making a quick buck or hunting for rare loot. Much more important, however, is that Thief is one of the most effective enmity-manipulators in the game. Using [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Trick_Attack Trick Attack] to plant onto the tank the enmity from their own spike damage really raises the bar for the Thief and their team's other damage-dealers to go all-out. Thieves also make for excellent scouts with proficiency in [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Throwing several] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship ranged] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Archery weapons] and contingency abilities like [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Flee Flee] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Hide Hide]. [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sneak_Attack Sneak Attack] gives Thieves massive spike damage about once per fight, and may be combined with a physical [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Weapon_Skills weapon skill] for even more damage! Combining Sneak Attack, Trick Attack, and a weapon skill is often enough to give the tank enough hate for a whole fight. Later on, Thieves even gain the ability to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Collaborator lower the enmity] of their more fragile allies. If you start with Thief, you'll be given an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Onion_Knife Onion Knife] out the gate. Though while it's true [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Daggers daggers] are a Thief's most proficient weapon, they offer no physical weapon skill until around [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Viper_Bite level 30]. Until then, it's usually better to use a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Swords sword] ([http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Fast_Blade Fast Blade]) or [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Hand-to-Hand hand-to-hand weapons] ([http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Combo Combo]). The latter works exceptionally well if you can use Monk as a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Subjob subjob]. Dexterity and Agility are extremely key stats for a Thief, as those directly influence the damage of Sneak Attack and Trick Attack.		Tools such as Steal and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Treasure_Hunter Treasure Hunter] make Thief the best job at making a quick buck or hunting for rare loot. Much more important, however, is that Thief is one of the most effective enmity-manipulators in the game. Using [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Trick_Attack Trick Attack] to plant onto the tank the enmity from their own spike damage really raises the bar for the Thief and their team's other damage-dealers to go all-out. Thieves also make for excellent scouts with proficiency in [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Throwing several] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship ranged] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Archery weapons] and contingency abilities like [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Flee Flee] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Hide Hide]. [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sneak_Attack Sneak Attack] gives Thieves massive spike damage about once per fight, and may be combined with a physical [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Weapon_Skills weapon skill] for even more damage! Combining Sneak Attack, Trick Attack, and a weapon skill is often enough to give the tank enough hate for a whole fight. Later on, Thieves even gain the ability to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Collaborator lower the enmity] of their more fragile allies. If you start with Thief, you'll be given an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Onion_Knife Onion Knife] out the gate. Dexterity and Agility are extremely key stats for a Thief, as those directly influence the damage of Sneak Attack and Trick Attack.

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	The purpose of this guide is to help you understand your options. Rather than tell you "go here!" and "do this!", the goal is to make it easier to digest the overwhelming amount of content offered before you so you may make informed decisions. This way you can still play how you want and get the full Final Fantasy XI experience!		The purpose of this guide is to help you understand your options. Rather than tell you "go here!" and "do this!", the goal is to make it easier to digest the overwhelming amount of content offered before you so you may make informed decisions. This way you can still play how you want and get the full Final Fantasy XI experience!
	==Level Zero==		==Level Zero==
	There are a few things that happen before your first steps in the world of [~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Vana'diel~~ Vana'diel]. If you haven't already, the sign-up process has been made far easier on HorizonXI than the retail experience. You need only visit the [https://horizonxi.com/play-now HXI Web Site] and follow a few simple steps.		There are a few things that happen before your first steps in the world of [[Vana'diel]]. If you haven't already, the sign-up process has been made far easier on HorizonXI than the retail experience. You need only visit the [https://horizonxi.com/play-now HXI Web Site] and follow a few simple steps.
	===[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Races Races]===		===[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Races Races]===
	'''N.B.: Please don't stress out about racial differences in attributes.''' The differences are fairly small at all stages of the game, and the differences that do exist can be more than made up for with just a couple pieces of equipment. Furthermore, every job requires a variety of stats, so no race is ever better or worse than another for a job. And of course, any character may play every job! Attribute differences are more about one's preferences and play-style. Each race also has its own fun aesthetic and history within the game world, so I recommend focusing more on that.		'''N.B.: Please don't stress out about racial differences in attributes.''' The differences are fairly small at all stages of the game, and the differences that do exist can be more than made up for with just a couple pieces of equipment. Furthermore, every job requires a variety of stats, so no race is ever better or worse than another for a job. And of course, any character may play every job! Attribute differences are more about one's preferences and play-style. Each race also has its own fun aesthetic and history within the game world, so I recommend focusing more on that.

	To help understand these [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Stats attributes], here's a quick run-down:		To help understand these [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Stats attributes], here's a quick run-down:
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Strength~~ Strength] - This understandably governs your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Attack physical attack damage]. What you might not know is that Strength affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Attack ranged physical attacks] as well, including [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Archery bows], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship guns], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship crossbows].		*[[Strength]] - This understandably governs your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Attack physical attack damage]. What you might not know is that Strength affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Attack ranged physical attacks] as well, including [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Archery bows], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship guns], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Marksmanship crossbows].
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dexterity~~ Dexterity] - This governs your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Accuracy melee accuracy] and overall [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Critical_Hit_Rate critical hit rate].		*[[Dexterity]] - This governs your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Accuracy melee accuracy] and overall [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Critical_Hit_Rate critical hit rate].
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Vitality~~ Vitality] - A higher vitality makes you [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Defense receive less damage] from physical attacks, and will also affect how much [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/HP HP] you restore when receiving [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency healing effects].		*[[Vitality]] - A higher vitality makes you [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Defense receive less damage] from physical attacks, and will also affect how much [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/HP HP] you restore when receiving [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency healing effects].
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Agility~~ Agility] - This stat affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Evasion evasion] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Accuracy ranged accuracy]. Higher Agility also reduces the number of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tactical_Points tactical points (TP)] an enemy receives when you strike them. (TP are a resource used to unleash [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Weapon_Skills special moves])		*[[Agility]] - This stat affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Evasion evasion] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Ranged_Accuracy ranged accuracy]. Higher Agility also reduces the number of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tactical_Points tactical points (TP)] an enemy receives when you strike them. (TP are a resource used to unleash [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Weapon_Skills special moves])
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mind~~ Mind] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magical_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Calculating_Magic_Damage damage] of your own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:White_Magic White Magic] effects, your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Evasion evasion] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Defense defense] against enemy White Magic effects, and the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency potency of various healing abilities] (especially White Magic).		*[[Mind]] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magical_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Calculating_Magic_Damage damage] of your own [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:White_Magic White Magic] effects, your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Evasion evasion] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Defense defense] against enemy White Magic effects, and the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Cure_Potency potency of various healing abilities] (especially White Magic).
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Intelligence~~ Intelligence] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Attack_Bonus damage] of your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Black_Magic Black Magic] spells and your resistances to enemy Black Magic. Also has a global effect on your magic damage output overall.		*[[Intelligence]] - Affects the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Accuracy accuracy] and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Magic_Attack_Bonus damage] of your [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Black_Magic Black Magic] spells and your resistances to enemy Black Magic. Also has a global effect on your magic damage output overall.
	*[~~http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Charisma~~ Charisma] - Only notably affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Bard Bard] songs, a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Beastmaster Beastmaster's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Charm Charm], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dancer Dancer's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Waltzes healing abilities].		*[[Charisma]] - Only notably affects [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Bard Bard] songs, a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Beastmaster Beastmaster's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Charm Charm], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Dancer Dancer's] [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Waltzes healing abilities].
	====[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Hume Humes]====		====[http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Hume Humes]====
	This race has the physical appearance and overall mannerism of humans. Their well-balanced array of stats makes them very adaptable. In the world of Vana'diel, Humes originate from the south region of the western Quon continent, where their ingenuity led them to develop the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Republic_of_Bastok Republic of Bastok]. The mercantile and industrial strength of this population have spread them out into more regions of the world than any other race.		This race has the physical appearance and overall mannerism of humans. Their well-balanced array of stats makes them very adaptable. In the world of Vana'diel, Humes originate from the south region of the western Quon continent, where their ingenuity led them to develop the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Republic_of_Bastok Republic of Bastok]. The mercantile and industrial strength of this population have spread them out into more regions of the world than any other race.
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	*Situated alone on the arid [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mindartia Mindartia] continent is a beautiful, magical savanna upon which the Federation of Windurst was founded. The wide nation sprawls around an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Heavens_Tower enormous tree] with a star-shaped canopy, which is fed through a series of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Toraimarai_Canal canals] bringing groundwater from all around. Windurst was dealt the hardest blow in the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Crystal_War war], but has since been rebuilt by its people: a population primarily consisting of the studious [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tarutaru Tarutaru] folk with a large number of their close [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mithra Mithran] allies. The federation is governed by the five ministries of magic tied loosely together by a leader known as the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Star_Sibyl Star Sibyl].		*Situated alone on the arid [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mindartia Mindartia] continent is a beautiful, magical savanna upon which the Federation of Windurst was founded. The wide nation sprawls around an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Heavens_Tower enormous tree] with a star-shaped canopy, which is fed through a series of [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Toraimarai_Canal canals] bringing groundwater from all around. Windurst was dealt the hardest blow in the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Crystal_War war], but has since been rebuilt by its people: a population primarily consisting of the studious [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Tarutaru Tarutaru] folk with a large number of their close [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Mithra Mithran] allies. The federation is governed by the five ministries of magic tied loosely together by a leader known as the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Star_Sibyl Star Sibyl].
	*Adventurers looking to make a home in Windurst can find several jobs commissioned by the ministries. Some may look to mend wounds between the once-friendly [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Yagudo Yagudo] neighbors. Most are still hostile, so watch out! Grab a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sickle sickle] or two before heading into Sarutabaruta as well to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Harvesting harvest] some of the magically-enhanced crops outside the city. Windurst is also home to the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Fisherman's_Guild_(Windurst) Fisherman's Guild], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Culinarians'_Guild_(Windurst) Cooking Guild], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Boneworkers'_Guild_(Windurst) Boneworkers' Guild].		*Adventurers looking to make a home in Windurst can find several jobs commissioned by the ministries. Some may look to mend wounds between the once-friendly [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Yagudo Yagudo] neighbors. Most are still hostile, so watch out! Grab a [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Sickle sickle] or two before heading into Sarutabaruta as well to [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Harvesting harvest] some of the magically-enhanced crops outside the city. Windurst is also home to the [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Fisherman's_Guild_(Windurst) Fisherman's Guild], [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Culinarians'_Guild_(Windurst) Cooking Guild], and [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Boneworkers'_Guild_(Windurst) Boneworkers' Guild].

	==Level 1 - Helpful Tips==		==Level 1 - Helpful Tips==
	After all that, you've finally created your character! Now you'll be treated to a brief cutscene introducing you to your new home. You'll talk to a couple of colorful characters from your upcoming story missions, and one of them will give you an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Adventurer_Coupon Adventurer Coupon]. Delivering the coupon as suggested will reward you with 50 gil, which you'll quickly realize isn't very much. The game doesn't guide you at all from here, but nor is there any real right or wrong direction to take. Before I elaborate on the things available to you, there are some things you should know about...		After all that, you've finally created your character! Now you'll be treated to a brief cutscene introducing you to your new home. You'll talk to a couple of colorful characters from your upcoming story missions, and one of them will give you an [http://ffxiclopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Adventurer_Coupon Adventurer Coupon]. Delivering the coupon as suggested will reward you with 50 gil, which you'll quickly realize isn't very much. The game doesn't guide you at all from here, but nor is there any real right or wrong direction to take. Before I elaborate on the things available to you, there are some things you should know about...