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Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Rising - 05-04-2015
Hey folks!
As the title says, I'm new to the FFXIV world... new to anything FF actually so, I'm the newbiest of noobs when it comes to the game or lore. I rolled a little Miqo'te female, on Balmung (you don't want to know how long it took to pull -that- off). She's an Archer though I also picked up Conjurer since I almost always play a Ranger or Healer. So, yeah, I know nothing but am looking forward to learning. So far my Archer has reached level 12.
Anyway, I love to RP but knowing nothing about the lore has me quite timid. ICly I always RP the Ranger archetype so I was wondering where the best places are to find RP, where I can... eavesdrop and get a feel for it here. Sticking with the Ranger type she's a loner and fairly quiet. Beyond that I've got nuthin!
I am an experienced RPer, having RP'd in WoW, GW2, SWTOR, RIFT, LotRO. Hopin to meet a few people, perhaps join a guild (Free Company?), and maybe if the stars align - find a partner to both play and RP with!
Look forward to meeting some of you fine folks soon!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - T'caska Khevo - 05-04-2015
Welcome to the RPC! and to FFXIV, the best place for RP there as this time. The best advice anyone could give you is to make connections as you level and don't be afraid to put yourself out there.
The Quicksand in Ul'dah (the adventurer's guild and new player's area) is the biggest RP hub but you can usually find some by taking a stroll through the housing districts. But also don't be afraid to plan your RP, too many people get caught up with RP in FFXIV needing to just miraculously happen but the truth of it is that if we aren't currently RPing, then we probably either need a reason to start , ie you, or we are doing something else incredibly fun that this game has to offer. So yeah whisper people and plan out your RPs.
And welcome!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Nebbs - 05-04-2015
Welcome welcome.
I would say you pick up enough lore from the quests and story to play your archer. The game is good like that. Just play a "normal" hero and you should be fine.
I'd recommend finding an RP linkshell, you can check the list on this forum. While there are locations to attract RPers it depends what you want.. hence LS definitely.
However, the main hub for random bar RP (and all that it entails) is the Quicksands in Ul'dah.
Also go to the events, they are really great places to meet people.
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Rising - 05-04-2015
(05-04-2015, 01:32 PM)T Wrote: The Quicksand in Ul'dah (the adventurer's guild and new player's area) is the biggest RP hub..Uh, yeah, I have no clue where this is yet, but thanks for thee welcome!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Rising - 05-04-2015
(05-04-2015, 01:36 PM)Nebbs Wrote: I'd recommend finding an RP linkshell, you can check the list on this forum. While there are locations to attract RPers it depends what you want.. hence LS definitely.Ah, I see. Did not know what a linkshell was. I will definitely check that out.
However, the main hub for random bar RP (and all that it entails) is the Quicksands in Ul'dah.
Also go to the events, they are really great places to meet people.
I am very -not- fond of bar RP and would rather find something more... adventurous. Is there much RP out in the world?
I have to admit I haven't checked out events... really haven't played much at all. Looking forward to it though!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Kage - 05-04-2015
Most open world adventuring RP I see is primarily done by people setting it up. Not extensive planning but like "hey I think of doing something simple like this, interested?"
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Steel Wolf - 05-04-2015
Welcome to the RPC and to Eorzea! May you fire arrows and heals in equal measure! :3
If you're looking for some tall Roelady, feel free to give me a poke, though just looking at your timezone thing (I think that's what that is?) we might not get to meet in-game. :c
In any event, hope you enjoy yourself in-game and in-forum. :D
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Fox - 05-04-2015
Welcome to the RPC!
There's a lot of lore stuff here, you should check the Wiki too it's quite useful!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Parvacake - 05-04-2015
Welcome!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Cest - 05-05-2015
Welcome to the insanity! Seems like the others have it pretty much covered on where to start. But if you ever have any questions feel free to poke one of us in-game as well.
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Rising - 05-05-2015
Thanks for the warm welcome. I've been checking out the resources as time allows. Leveling is my least favorite activity but have been trying to work on that a little as well.
See you all in game.... soon as I figure out how to actually get anywhere.
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Merai the Vixen - 05-05-2015
Welcome Wolfie!
I'm a recent member of RPC myself and let me tell you people here are SO friendly! Sadly I haven't been able to meet many in game so far, but hopefully that will change!
As far as getting anywhere, you have to play out your lvl 15 story mission to be able to travel to the three different lands!Â
If you want to meet up with a troublesome Miqo'te, and you play GMT time, feel free to look me up!
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Sounsyy - 05-05-2015
Welcome to the RPC and Eorzea! If you have lore questions, you can post them here in the forums and they'll get answered! Most of the game's lore can be found piecemeal in quests, leves, and item descriptions - which can sometimes make the lore a bit difficult to navigate. But can try to help if you have questions about anything. ^^
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Kellach Woods - 05-05-2015
The first 50 is always the longest.
Because you get a permanent EXP bonus to the other classes once you hit 50 (the bonus is for you to catch up to the highest level on your character - so seeing as 50 is the max level, boom.)
Welcome to the madhouse.
RE: Experienced RPer, new to FFXIV - Rising - 05-05-2015
I've been looking but not found a lot on the Miqo'te lore. Just some brief things but I need to get a handle on it so I can figure out where my gal comes from. For me, I need to nail those things down before I can really participate in RP.
Anyone with some good resources for the Miqo'te lore, I'd love some help! Right now she's a Seeker of the Sun, and I think, named appropriately.Â
Something else I've noticed is 'linkshell,' 'free company,' and the more familiar word 'guild'. Are these things the same? I'm a bit lost tbh.
Thanks in advance for your help!