Final Fantasy XIV’s Patch 7.01, released on July 23, 2024, introduces a wealth of new content and adjustments, enhancing the gameplay experience for adventurers in Eorzea. This update brings forth the Arcadion Raid Series, significant job adjustments, new quests, items, and system updates.
Arcadion Raid Series
The highlight of Patch 7.01 is the introduction of the Arcadion Raid Series. This raid series was alluded to in the concluding sequences of Dawntrail’s Main Scenario Quests. Players will engage in gladiatorial combat using upgraded Beast Souls, competing in the Ascension Arcadia Championship to become the strongest. The normal difficulty level is available with this patch, while the Savage versions are scheduled for release in Patch 7.05 on July 30, 2024.
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New Quests
Patch 7.01 introduces new quests under the “Chronicles of a New Era” category. One notable quest is “A New Challenger Appears,” which requires players to have completed the main scenario quest “Dawntrail.” This questline delves deeper into the events following Queen Sphene’s reign and the activities of Solution Nine.
Job Adjustments
Significant adjustments have been made to various jobs to enhance balance and gameplay fluidity:
- Gladiator/Paladin: The actions “Total Eclipse” and “Prominence” now include an additional effect of increased enmity, improving their tanking capabilities.
- Marauder/Warrior: “Overpower” and “Mythril Tempest” now generate increased enmity. Additionally, the effect duration of “Primal Rend Ready” has been reduced from 30 to 20 seconds, and the potency of “Primal Ruination” has been increased from 740 to 780.
- Dark Knight: “Unleash” and “Stalwart Soul” now have an added effect of increased enmity.
- Gunbreaker: “Demon Slice” and “Demon Slaughter” now generate increased enmity.
These adjustments aim to refine the roles and effectiveness of each job in various combat scenarios.
New Items and Gear
The patch introduces new items, notably the light-heavy Raid Gearsets, which can be obtained through drops from The Arcadion Raids. These futuristic gear sets are expected to enhance players’ sci-fi-themed wardrobes.
System Updates
Several system updates have been implemented to improve the overall player experience:
- Housing: New orchestrion rolls have been added, allowing players to customize their in-game homes with fresh music tracks.
- Manderville Gold Saucer: New Triple Triad cards, such as the Black Cat Card (a rare ★★★ card), have been introduced, adding depth to the card collection and gameplay.
- Achievements and Titles: New achievements and titles have been added, including those specific to PlayStation 5 and Xbox platforms, encouraging players to pursue new challenges.
Bug Fixes and Miscellaneous Updates
Patch 7.01 also addresses several issues to enhance gameplay:
- Resolved an issue during certain main scenario-instanced battles where players became unable to progress under specific conditions.
- Fixed a problem where players were not rewarded experience points upon completing level 90 trials.
- Corrected an issue where Paladin players were rewarded gear they had already obtained when undertaking level 91, 93, 95, and 97 instanced dungeons.
Looking Ahead: Patch 7.05
Players can look forward to Patch 7.05, scheduled for release on July 30, 2024. This update will introduce the Savage versions of The Arcadion Raids, offering more challenging content for those seeking to test their skills further. Additionally, more significant job adjustments are anticipated, aiming to further balance and refine gameplay across various roles.
For a more detailed overview of the patch, you can watch the condensed summary here:
In summary, Patch 7.01 enriches Final Fantasy XIV with new content, meaningful adjustments, and system improvements, ensuring that players continue to have engaging and balanced experiences in the world of Eorzea.
