FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn One Year Anniversary Celebrations

SYDNEY (25^TH August, 2014) – With the anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV®: A Realm Reborn®fast approaching, SQUARE ENIX Ltd., today updated fans on a host of special events underway to commemorate the milestone. Full details can be found on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Anniversary page: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/anniversary.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, a free log-in campaign will run from today through to 1^st September (9pm AEST). During this time, players who have previously purchased and registered FINAL FANTASY XIV, and whose service account is set as inactive during the campaign period, will be able to re-join the adventure throughout the realm of Eorzea and play for free*.

The one year anniversary takes place on 27^th August, bringing with it exciting events for fans around the world. This includes a special in-game event; The Rising – in memory of those lost to the Calamity. From 28^th August, through to the close of The Rising event on 9^th September 12:49am (AEST), players can purchase various commemorative gifts and items (in-game) and will also be rewarded with the “Huzzah” emote to mark the occasion.

With only five days to go until the official one year anniversary of A Realm Reborn, other celebrations are already underway including an exclusive illustration countdown. Until the 27^th August, fans can view new, breath-taking illustrations created by members of the game’s art team – published daily on the Official Anniversary Website. As well as this, fans can further join in the global celebration by taking part in a range of additional special events, including;

Moonfire Faire

14^th August – 9^th Sept 12:59am (AEST): The heavens are ablaze with fireworks as Eorzea celebrates the Moonfire Faire! A host of events are planned for this year’s faire including various surprises and rewards. The Moonfire Faire gives players the opportunity to better acquaint themselves with the guild, and see what it truly means to be an adventurer.Messages from Developers
From the date of the official one year anniversary on 27^th August, a series of messages from members of the development team will launch, with updates scheduled daily.

Tales from the Calamity

15^th August – 12^th September: Over the course of five short stories, key characters will revisit events surrounding that fateful day, offering insight into the Calamity’s effect on the lives of many and more.
First tale “Where Victory and Glory Lead” is available now on the anniversary website: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/anniversary

For further information on all of these special events, and for details on the Moonfire Faire Screenshot Contest visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Anniversary page: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/anniversary.

Related Links

Official Anniversary Page: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/anniversary

Official Website: www.finalfantasyxiv.com

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