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Crafting

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	===Crafting===		===Crafting===
	[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths' Guild]~~] Guild~~] for example.		[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths' Guild]] for example.

	This shouldn't be your only basis for choosing a craft however. All jobs benefit from the various crafts and their recipes in some way or another and there is certainly no "one size fits all". If you take a liking to Alchemy, it may prevent you from crafting your own Paladin gear at endgame but it doesn't restrict your access permanently. Instead you may need to look to the Auction House/[[Bazaar]]s or find another crafter who did choose smithing.		This shouldn't be your only basis for choosing a craft however. All jobs benefit from the various crafts and their recipes in some way or another and there is certainly no "one size fits all". If you take a liking to Alchemy, it may prevent you from crafting your own Paladin gear at endgame but it doesn't restrict your access permanently. Instead you may need to look to the [[Auction House]]/[[Bazaar]]s or find another crafter who did choose smithing.

	All guilds have their pros and cons and it can be useful to level multiple crafts as they can feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes. Guilds like the [[:Category:Cooking\|Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job, allowing players to craft their own food and drink, whereas [[:category:Alchemy\|Alchemy]] can be used to medicines and other commonly used consumables.		All guilds have their pros and cons and it can be useful to level multiple crafts as they can feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes. Guilds like the [[:Category:Cooking\|Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job, allowing players to craft their own food and drink, whereas [[:category:Alchemy\|Alchemy]] can be used to medicines and other commonly used consumables.

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Crafting: added to this section to clarify a few areas that I felt needed it.

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	===Crafting===		===Crafting===
	[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths'~~_Guild~~]] Guild] for example. ~~Guilds also~~ feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes ~~if you've leveled several~~. ~~And some guilds~~ like the [[Category:Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job!		[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths' Guild]] Guild] for example.

			This shouldn't be your only basis for choosing a craft however. All jobs benefit from the various crafts and their recipes in some way or another and there is certainly no "one size fits all". If you take a liking to Alchemy, it may prevent you from crafting your own Paladin gear at endgame but it doesn't restrict your access permanently. Instead you may need to look to the Auction House/[[Bazaar]]s or find another crafter who did choose smithing.

			All guilds have their pros and cons and it can be useful to level multiple crafts as they can feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes. Guilds like the [[:Category:Cooking\|Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job, allowing players to craft their own food and drink, whereas [[:category:Alchemy\|Alchemy]] can be used to medicines and other commonly used consumables.

			To join a guild, first of all you must speak to the guild leader, who can always be found inside the guild itself (check your map!). Guilds are there to support crafters by offering recipe ideas, [[Synthesis Image Support]] (giving bonuses to help succeed), and selling components for their craft. Like combat and magic skills, each craft has a skill associated with it that levels up by working at it. At certain levels, guild leaders will test your skill and increase your rank. Later on, you can even earn items to make you even better at the craft.

	Talk to the guild leader to properly get started with a guild. Guilds are there to support crafters by offering recipe ideas, [[Synthesis_Image_Support]] (giving bonuses to help succeed), and selling components for their craft. Like combat and magic skills, each craft has a skill associated with it that levels up by working at it. At certain levels, guild leaders will test your skill and increase your rank. Later on, you can even earn items to make you even better at the craft.
	===Quests===		===Quests===
	Perhaps one of the most glaring differences between Final Fantasy XI and other games in the genre are how [[:Category:Quests\|Quests]] are handled. Rather than being an adventurer's main source of each wealth, experience points, and equipment, quests are just another optional means to strengthen you and further your journey. Quests are less plentiful, but individually more significant than you may be used to. Some quests may only reward small amounts of [[Gil]] while others can reward you with items to make dungeons more accessible, magical maps, or extremely rare and valuable items. Some quests even result in interesting offshoot storylines themselves, often ending with really outstanding rewards!		Perhaps one of the most glaring differences between Final Fantasy XI and other games in the genre are how [[:Category:Quests\|Quests]] are handled. Rather than being an adventurer's main source of each wealth, experience points, and equipment, quests are just another optional means to strengthen you and further your journey. Quests are less plentiful, but individually more significant than you may be used to. Some quests may only reward small amounts of [[Gil]] while others can reward you with items to make dungeons more accessible, magical maps, or extremely rare and valuable items. Some quests even result in interesting offshoot storylines themselves, often ending with really outstanding rewards!

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Mog House

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	===Mog House===		===Mog House===
	All adventurers are given a small apartment in the [[~~Mog_House~~]~~] Area~~] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [[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 [[Mog House]] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [[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 [[Category:Furnishings]] to your [[~~Mog_Safe~~]~~] Safe~~] and then using the "[[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 [[Mog_House_2F]] floor], a [[Mog_Patio_design_document]] and [[: 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 [[Open_Mog_House!]] your friends over] to hang out!		Adding [[:Category:Furnishings\|Furnishings]] to your [[Mog Safe]] and then using the "[[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. Placing furnishings also grants the player extra storage spaces, which can be accessed via the [[Storage]] option when speaking to Moogle. Different pieces have different storage values so keep an eye out for furnishings with higher values.

			You can upgrade the Mog House via certain quests, which can further increase the amount of items you can store or even [[:Category:Mog House Exit Quests\|exit your mog house to other areas of town]].
			<!--You can even get some special upgrades like an [[Mog_House_2F]] floor], a [[Mog_Patio_design_document]] and [[: 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 [[Open_Mog_House!]] your friends over] to hang out!-->

			Furthermore, your Mog House also allows you to [[:Category:Gardening\|Gardening]]. 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 [[Category:Gardening]] 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.
	===Fishing===		===Fishing===
	While its primary function is a means to acquire seafood for the [[Category:Cooking]] Guild], [[Category:Fishing]] is actually a guild in itself. Like other guilds, it has a skill associated with it that levels up simply by you doing it, which will allow you to catch bigger and rarer fish. The guild also includes some really nifty competitive events with unique rewards. You just need a fishing rod, a nearby body of water, and either tackle or bait. It's a fantastic way to relax, whether you just like to fish or you're waiting for a party.		While its primary function is a means to acquire seafood for the [[Category:Cooking]] Guild], [[Category:Fishing]] is actually a guild in itself. Like other guilds, it has a skill associated with it that levels up simply by you doing it, which will allow you to catch bigger and rarer fish. The guild also includes some really nifty competitive events with unique rewards. You just need a fishing rod, a nearby body of water, and either tackle or bait. It's a fantastic way to relax, whether you just like to fish or you're waiting for a party.

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Story Missions

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	===Story Missions===		===Story Missions===
	We call quests that are part of the main story scenario "[[Category:Missions]] All three starting nations have a long line of missions, as does each expansion pack. Each line of missions will typically start automatically the first time you enter a certain area, and the missions normally start off pretty easy, gradually ramping up over the course of the story. Completing certain missions may come with additional rewards such as access to cool new areas and permanent bonuses to help you in your adventuring. Certain milestone missions will also increase your rank, which will give you access to buying higher-level equipment using various points unique to each expansion.		We call quests that are part of the main story scenario "[[:Category:Missions\|Missions]]. All three starting nations have a long line of missions, as does each expansion pack. Each line of missions will typically start automatically the first time you enter a certain area, and the missions normally start off pretty easy, gradually ramping up over the course of the story. Completing certain missions may come with additional rewards such as access to cool new areas and permanent bonuses to help you in your adventuring. Certain milestone missions will also increase your rank, which will give you access to buying higher-level equipment using various points unique to each expansion.

			When you choose your starting nation, you also choose the story you follow. Speak to guards near the city gates, as they'll have missions for you to perform. Later on you'll need to trade [[:Category:Crystals\|Crystals]] to increase your rank bar or repeat some of the more mundane tasks in order to unlock the next mission. If you're only partway through a mission, you won't be allowed to change your nation, but otherwise you're free to do so at any point by visiting the nation of your choosing and speaking to the [[Immigration_NPC]].

	When you choose your starting nation, you also choose the story you follow. Speak to guards near the city gates, as they'll have missions for you to perform. Later on you'll need to trade [[Category:Crystals]] or repeat some of the more mundane tasks in order to unlock the next mission. If you're only partway through a mission, you won't be allowed to change your nation, but otherwise you're free to do so at any point by visiting the nation of your choosing and speaking to the [[Immigration_NPC]] NPC].
	===Mog House===		===Mog House===
	All adventurers are given a small apartment in the [[Mog_House]] Area] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [[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 [[Mog_House]] Area] of their home nation, which is looked after by a [[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!

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Quests

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	Talk to the guild leader to properly get started with a guild. Guilds are there to support crafters by offering recipe ideas, [[Synthesis_Image_Support]] (giving bonuses to help succeed), and selling components for their craft. Like combat and magic skills, each craft has a skill associated with it that levels up by working at it. At certain levels, guild leaders will test your skill and increase your rank. Later on, you can even earn items to make you even better at the craft.		Talk to the guild leader to properly get started with a guild. Guilds are there to support crafters by offering recipe ideas, [[Synthesis_Image_Support]] (giving bonuses to help succeed), and selling components for their craft. Like combat and magic skills, each craft has a skill associated with it that levels up by working at it. At certain levels, guild leaders will test your skill and increase your rank. Later on, you can even earn items to make you even better at the craft.
	===Quests===		===Quests===
	Perhaps one of the most glaring differences between Final Fantasy XI and other games in the genre are how [[Category:Quests]] are handled. Rather than being an adventurer's main source of each wealth, experience points, and equipment, quests are just another optional means to strengthen you and further your journey. Quests are less plentiful, but individually more significant than you may be used to. Some quests may only reward small amounts of [[Gil]] while others can reward you with items to make dungeons more accessible, magical maps, or extremely rare and valuable items. Some quests even result in interesting offshoot storylines themselves, often ending with really outstanding rewards!		Perhaps one of the most glaring differences between Final Fantasy XI and other games in the genre are how [[:Category:Quests\|Quests]] are handled. Rather than being an adventurer's main source of each wealth, experience points, and equipment, quests are just another optional means to strengthen you and further your journey. Quests are less plentiful, but individually more significant than you may be used to. Some quests may only reward small amounts of [[Gil]] while others can reward you with items to make dungeons more accessible, magical maps, or extremely rare and valuable items. Some quests even result in interesting offshoot storylines themselves, often ending with really outstanding rewards!

			The one consistent reward between quests is [[Reputation]]. Citizens of each region each have their own perspective of you, which starts off with them having no idea who you are. But as you help the folks around that nation, they begin to talk about you. Before long, you become a household name, and even a hero to the people! Reputation (aka: "fame") is built up as you do quests, and has a number of effects. Townsfolk will acknowledge you more, be more willing to offer you more sensitive and rewarding quests, and will even adjust prices (both buying and selling) in your favor!

	The one consistent reward between quests is [[Reputation]] Citizens of each region each have their own perspective of you, which starts off with them having no idea who you are. But as you help the folks around that nation, they begin to talk about you. Before long, you become a household name, and even a hero to the people! Reputation (aka: "fame") is built up as you do quests, and has a number of effects. Townsfolk will acknowledge you more, be more willing to offer you more sensitive and rewarding quests, and will even adjust prices (both buying and selling) in your favor!
	===Story Missions===		===Story Missions===
	We call quests that are part of the main story scenario "[[Category:Missions]] All three starting nations have a long line of missions, as does each expansion pack. Each line of missions will typically start automatically the first time you enter a certain area, and the missions normally start off pretty easy, gradually ramping up over the course of the story. Completing certain missions may come with additional rewards such as access to cool new areas and permanent bonuses to help you in your adventuring. Certain milestone missions will also increase your rank, which will give you access to buying higher-level equipment using various points unique to each expansion.		We call quests that are part of the main story scenario "[[Category:Missions]] All three starting nations have a long line of missions, as does each expansion pack. Each line of missions will typically start automatically the first time you enter a certain area, and the missions normally start off pretty easy, gradually ramping up over the course of the story. Completing certain missions may come with additional rewards such as access to cool new areas and permanent bonuses to help you in your adventuring. Certain milestone missions will also increase your rank, which will give you access to buying higher-level equipment using various points unique to each expansion.

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Level 1 - Adventure Awaits!

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	"Enough with the tips!" I hear you say. "What can I do??"		"Enough with the tips!" I hear you say. "What can I do??"
	===Fighting Monsters===		===Fighting Monsters===
	Slaying baddies is the most reliable way to earn [[~~Experience_Points~~]~~] points~~]. It's also a key component to earning money, as you may sell items found on these enemies or use them as components for [[Crafts]] Leveling up is the most quantifiable way of strengthening your character. Being higher level makes it easier for you to complete [[Category:Quests]] and [[Category:Missions]] and makes accessible even more content. Certain things such as unlocking the [[~~Beginner_How~~-~~To_Guide~~#Advanced_Jobs]] ~~jobs]~~ are even gated behind certain levels.		Slaying baddies is the most reliable way to earn [[Experience Points]]. It's also a key component to earning money, as you may sell items found on these enemies or use them as components for [[Crafts]]. Leveling up is the most quantifiable way of strengthening your character. Being higher level makes it easier for you to complete [[:Category:Quests\|Quests]] and [[:Category:Missions\|Missions]] and makes accessible even more content. Certain things such as unlocking the [[Beginner How-To Guide#Advanced_Jobs\|Advanced Jobs]] are even gated behind certain levels.

	If you follow your map to a zone with a red label, such as [[Category:Gustaberg]] [[Category:Ronfaure]] or [[Category:Sarutabaruta]] you can fight enemies. Soloing at these low levels is fairly easy for any job. To play it safe, always [[Command/check]] your enemies before fighting. At these levels you can probably handle enemies that look like Easy Prey, Decent Challenge, or Even Match. If you are joined with fellow adventurers, you should be able to fight enemies that check Tough or Very Tough, but be sure to avoid Incredibly Tough. I recommend swapping out your starting equipment as soon as you can. Remember that mages don't learn magic naturally and you'll need to run into town to buy the [[Category:Scrolls]] to learn magic. And don't forget to talk to one of the [[~~Conquest_Overseer~~]] before you head outside and ask for them to bestow [[Signet]] upon you for all the benefits it provides.		If you follow your map to a zone with a red label, such as [[:Category:Gustaberg\|Gustaberg]], [[:Category:Ronfaure\|Ronfaure]], or [[:Category:Sarutabaruta\|Sarutabaruta]], you can fight enemies. Soloing at these low levels is fairly easy for any job. To play it safe, always [[Command/check\|Check]] your enemies before fighting. At these levels you can probably handle enemies that look like Easy Prey, Decent Challenge, or Even Match. If you are joined with fellow adventurers, you should be able to fight enemies that check Tough or Very Tough, but be sure to avoid Incredibly Tough. I recommend swapping out your starting equipment as soon as you can. Remember that mages don't learn magic naturally and you'll need to run into town to buy the [[:Category:Scrolls\|Scrolls]] to learn magic. And don't forget to talk to one of the [[Conquest Overseer]]s before you head outside and ask for them to bestow [[Signet]] upon you for all the benefits it provides.

			Lastly, try to obtain a [[Dedication\|Experience Points]] ring. This may be either the [[Chariot Band]], [[Emperor Band]], and [[Empress Band]]. These can be obtained from a conquest overseer in exchange for your hard earned conquest points. Equip the ring, then scroll down your item list and activate it for a big boost to your experience points. These rings don't need to remain equipped to maintain the effect, so feel free to unequip them once used.

	Lastly, try to obtain an [[Dedication]] band]. This may be either the [[Chariot_Band]] Band], [[Emperor_Band]] Band], and [[Empress_Band]] Band]. Equip the ring, then scroll down your item list and activate it for a big boost to your experience points.
	===Crafting===		===Crafting===
	[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths'_Guild]] Guild] for example. Guilds also feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes if you've leveled several. And some guilds like the [[Category:Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job!		[[Crafting]] is one of the most reliable means of earning money, especially if you can use components you find while adventuring. If you join a guild that makes things that you can use, it will also mean you can save money when buying stuff later on. If you already know you're going to play a job like [[Paladin]] consider joining the [[Blacksmiths'_Guild]] Guild] for example. Guilds also feed into one another, allowing you access to more recipes if you've leveled several. And some guilds like the [[Category:Cooking]] Guild] are super useful for each and every job!
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	===Seasonal Events===		===Seasonal Events===
	There's almost always some sort of fun festival going on in Vana'diel! These events often follow some sort of real-world equivalent like the New Year celebration or Halloween, but many others were created just for the world itself. Regardless, they each have their own unique backstory and offer their own series of quests that can usually be done by anyone at any level. In fact, the quests that do involve combat will typically restrict your level to 1 anyway. The rewards are usually just for fun, though they can all generally be used for something practical. I at least recommend checking them all out. If the rewards are taking up too much inventory, you may store them at a Porter Moogle.		There's almost always some sort of fun festival going on in Vana'diel! These events often follow some sort of real-world equivalent like the New Year celebration or Halloween, but many others were created just for the world itself. Regardless, they each have their own unique backstory and offer their own series of quests that can usually be done by anyone at any level. In fact, the quests that do involve combat will typically restrict your level to 1 anyway. The rewards are usually just for fun, though they can all generally be used for something practical. I at least recommend checking them all out. If the rewards are taking up too much inventory, you may store them at a Porter Moogle.

	==Gameplay Mechanics==		==Gameplay Mechanics==
	Now that you've created your character and you know what you can do right out of the gate, there are several tips to help you really hone your skills at combat.		Now that you've created your character and you know what you can do right out of the gate, there are several tips to help you really hone your skills at combat.

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Level 1 - Helpful Tips

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	The game is broken up into what we call "[[:Category:Areas\|Zones]]". Every zone has its own [[: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 "[[:Category:Areas\|Zones]]". Every zone has its own [[: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.

	A new adventurer will start their game with only a couple of maps and can find further ones when exploring Vana'Diel. The Horizon server however currently allows the use of an add-on called "All Maps". This unlocks every single map in the game for adventurers, removing the need to find these themselves.		A new adventurer will start their game with only a couple of maps and can find further ones when exploring Vana'Diel. The Horizon server however currently allows the use of an optional add-on called "All Maps". This unlocks every single map in the game for adventurers, removing the need to find these themselves.

	====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 either of [[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]].		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 either of [[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====
	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 [[:Category:Crystals\|Crystals]] on your behalf. Second is your [[Mog House]]. I will 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 [[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 [[Porter Moogle]]s, 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 [[:Category:Crystals\|Crystals]] on your behalf. Second is your [[Mog House]]. I will 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 [[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 [[Porter Moogle]]s, 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.

	It also helps greatly to understand what each of these drops do. If you've picked up [[Signet]] before venturing outside, you'll likely have a bunch of crystals in your inventory. These are used for [[Crafts\|Crafting]] which I go into further detail below. These sell quickly on the [[Auction House]] if you don't plan on using them right away, or can be traded to the same guards who cast Signet for bonus [[Rank Bar]] and [[Conquest Points]]. [[Beastmen's Seal]] are items that are used to access certain boss fights for super good rewards later on, so hold onto them. These seals may be stored later on with [[~~Shaami~~]] so you can free your inventory of them until you need them. Most other items are used for crafting or to turn into NPCs for quests. Many can be collected and sold in stacks on the Auction House. Its always worth checking the Wiki to see what items can be used for!		It also helps greatly to understand what each of these drops do. If you've picked up [[Signet]] before venturing outside, you'll likely have a bunch of crystals in your inventory. These are used for [[Crafts\|Crafting]] which I go into further detail below. These sell quickly on the [[Auction House]] if you don't plan on using them right away, or can be traded to the same guards who cast Signet for bonus [[Rank\|Rank Bar]] and [[Conquest Points]]. [[Beastmen's Seal]] are items that are used to access certain boss fights for super good rewards later on, so hold onto them. These seals may be stored later on with [[Shami]] so you can free your inventory of them until you need them. Most other items are used for crafting or to turn into NPCs for quests. Many can be collected and sold in stacks on the Auction House. Its always worth checking the Wiki to see what items can be used for!

	Finally, many items are tagged with little circles that read "[[:Category:Rare\|Rare]]" "[[:Category:Exclusive\|Exclusive]]" and "[[:Category:Temporary\|Temporary]]". A rare item is one that you may only have one of per character. Even if you've stored it in your [[Mog House]], you cannot collect a second one. Rare items are often used in quests, so if you see one, you should ask (or check the Wiki) what it's used for. Exclusive items are items that cannot be traded or sold. They're often rewards from quests or missions and are challenging to obtain as a result. Temporary items will disappear from your inventory when you leave the area, but aren't commonly encountered by newer players.		Finally, many items are tagged with little circles that read "[[:Category:Rare\|Rare]]" "[[:Category:Exclusive\|Exclusive]]" and "[[:Category:Temporary\|Temporary]]". A rare item is one that you may only have one of per character. Even if you've stored it in your [[Mog House]], you cannot collect a second one. Rare items are often used in quests, so if you see one, you should ask (or check the Wiki) what it's used for. Exclusive items are items that cannot be traded or sold. They're often rewards from quests or missions and are challenging to obtain as a result. Temporary items will disappear from your inventory when you leave the area, but aren't commonly encountered by newer players.

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	====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. 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 either of [[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====
	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 [[Category:Crystals]] on your behalf. Second, is your [[~~Mog_House]~~] ~~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 [[~~Mog_Wardrobe]~~] ~~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 [[~~Porter_Moogle]~~] ~~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 [[:Category:Crystals\|Crystals]] on your behalf. Second is your [[Mog House]]. I will 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 [[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 [[Porter Moogle]]s, 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.

	It also helps greatly to understand what each of these drops do. If you've picked up [[Signet]] before venturing outside, you'll likely have a bunch of crystals in your inventory. These are used for [[Crafts]] which I go into further detail below. These sell quickly on the [[~~Auction_House]~~] ~~House~~] if you don't plan on using them right away, or can be traded to the guards who cast Signet for bonus [[~~Rank_Bar]~~] ~~Points~~] and [[~~Conquest_Points~~]~~] Points~~]. [[Beastmen'~~s_Seal]~~] ~~Seals~~] are items that are used to access certain boss fights for super good rewards later on, so hold onto them. ~~Both crystals and~~ seals may ~~later~~ be stored with ~~NPC's~~ so you can free your inventory of them until you need them. Most other items are used for crafting or to turn into NPCs for quests. Many can be collected and sold in stacks on the Auction House.		It also helps greatly to understand what each of these drops do. If you've picked up [[Signet]] before venturing outside, you'll likely have a bunch of crystals in your inventory. These are used for [[Crafts\|Crafting]] which I go into further detail below. These sell quickly on the [[Auction House]] if you don't plan on using them right away, or can be traded to the same guards who cast Signet for bonus [[Rank Bar]] and [[Conquest Points]]. [[Beastmen's Seal]] are items that are used to access certain boss fights for super good rewards later on, so hold onto them. These seals may be stored later on with [[Shaami]] so you can free your inventory of them until you need them. Most other items are used for crafting or to turn into NPCs for quests. Many can be collected and sold in stacks on the Auction House. Its always worth checking the Wiki to see what items can be used for!

	Finally, many items are tagged with little circles that read "[[Category:Rare]] "[[Category:Exclusive]] "[[Category:Temporary]] ~~and~~ "~~[[Category:Augmented]]~~ A rare item is one that you may only have one of per character. Even if you've stored it in your [[~~Mog_House~~]~~] House~~], you cannot collect a second one. Rare items are often used in quests, so if you see one, you should ask (or ~~look up online~~) what it's used for. Exclusive items are items that cannot be traded or sold. They're often rewards from quests or missions and are challenging to obtain as a result. Temporary items will disappear from your inventory when you leave the area, ~~and are usually a part of some event or a drop from a blue [[Treasure_Casket]] Casket]. Augmented items have been given extra, usually custom bonuses~~ by ~~one means or another~~.		Finally, many items are tagged with little circles that read "[[:Category:Rare\|Rare]]" "[[:Category:Exclusive\|Exclusive]]" and "[[:Category:Temporary\|Temporary]]". A rare item is one that you may only have one of per character. Even if you've stored it in your [[Mog House]], you cannot collect a second one. Rare items are often used in quests, so if you see one, you should ask (or check the Wiki) what it's used for. Exclusive items are items that cannot be traded or sold. They're often rewards from quests or missions and are challenging to obtain as a result. Temporary items will disappear from your inventory when you leave the area, but aren't commonly encountered by newer players.

	==Level 1 - Adventure Awaits!==		==Level 1 - Adventure Awaits!==

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	==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 [[~~Adventurer_Coupon~~]~~] 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 [[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...
	====Controls & Settings====		====Controls & Settings====
	While far from the most exciting thing you can do after taking your first steps in Vana'diel, it's good to familiarize yourself with everything. Final Fantasy XI is old by game standards, so the default controls might not be to your liking. Doing a sweep through each of the settings will make your experience a lot smoother. It's important to understand the controls as well. Much of the game is controlled by menus. Why, the simple act of learning your first spell (if you started as White, Black, or Red Mage) or even trading that Adventurer Coupon are all done in menus. It takes some getting used-to, but it becomes second nature in no time!		While far from the most exciting thing you can do after taking your first steps in Vana'diel, it's good to familiarize yourself with everything. Final Fantasy XI is old by game standards, so the default controls might not be to your liking. Doing a sweep through each of the settings will make your experience a lot smoother. It's important to understand the controls as well. Much of the game is controlled by menus. Why, the simple act of learning your first spell (if you started as White, Black, or Red Mage) or even trading that Adventurer Coupon are all done in menus. It takes some getting used to, but it becomes second nature in no time!
	====Wayfinding====		====Wayfinding====
	The game is broken up into what we call "[[Category:Areas]] Every zone has its own [[Category:~~Magical_Maps~~]] 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 "[[:Category:Areas\|Zones]]". Every zone has its own [[: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.

			A new adventurer will start their game with only a couple of maps and can find further ones when exploring Vana'Diel. The Horizon server however currently allows the use of an add-on called "All Maps". This unlocks every single map in the game for adventurers, removing the need to find these themselves.

	====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. 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]].

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	====[[Windurst\|The Federation of Windurst]]====		====[[Windurst\|The Federation of Windurst]]====
	*Situated alone on the arid [[Mindartia]] continent is a beautiful, magical savanna upon which the Federation of Windurst was founded. The wide nation sprawls around the tree [[Heavens Tower]], with a star-shaped canopy which is fed through a series of [[Toraimarai Canal\|canals]], bringing groundwater from all around. Windurst was dealt the hardest blow in the [[Crystal War]] but has since been rebuilt by its people: a population primarily consisting of the studious [[Tarutaru]] folk with a large number of their close [[Mithra]] allies. The Federation is governed by the five Ministries of Magic, tied loosely together by a leader known as the [[Star Sibyl]].		*Situated alone on the arid [[Mindartia]] continent is a beautiful, magical savanna upon which the Federation of Windurst was founded. The wide nation sprawls around the tree [[Heavens Tower]], with a star-shaped canopy which is fed through a series of [[Toraimarai Canal\|canals]], bringing groundwater from all around. Windurst was dealt the hardest blow in the [[Crystal War]] but has since been rebuilt by its people: a population primarily consisting of the studious [[Tarutaru]] folk with a large number of their close [[Mithra]] allies. The Federation is governed by the five Ministries of Magic, tied loosely together by a leader known as the [[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 [[:Category:Yagudo\|Yagudo]] neighbors. Most are still hostile, so watch out! Grab a [[Sickle]] or two before heading into Sarutabaruta to [[Harvesting\|Harvest]] some of the magically-enhanced crops outside the city. Windurst is also home to the [[~~Fisherman~~'s Guild (Windurst)\| Fishing Guild]], the [[Culinarians' Guild (Windurst)\|Culinarian's Guild]] and the [[Boneworkers' Guild (Windurst)\|Boneworker's 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 [[:Category:Yagudo\|Yagudo]] neighbors. Most are still hostile, so watch out! Grab a [[Sickle]] or two before heading into Sarutabaruta to [[Harvesting\|Harvest]] some of the magically-enhanced crops outside the city. Windurst is also home to the [[Fishermen's Guild (Windurst)\| Fishing Guild]], the [[Culinarians' Guild (Windurst)\|Culinarian's Guild]] and the [[Boneworkers' Guild (Windurst)\|Boneworker's Guild]].

	==Level 1 - Helpful Tips==		==Level 1 - Helpful Tips==