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  4. Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn

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By Phil Savage published 19 February 2015

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Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

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Page 1 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 2 of 33
Page 2 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 3 of 33
Page 3 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 4 of 33
Page 4 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 5 of 33
Page 5 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 6 of 33
Page 6 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 7 of 33
Page 7 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 8 of 33
Page 8 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 9 of 33
Page 9 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 10 of 33
Page 10 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 11 of 33
Page 11 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 12 of 33
Page 12 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 13 of 33
Page 13 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 14 of 33
Page 14 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 15 of 33
Page 15 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 16 of 33
Page 16 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 17 of 33
Page 17 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 18 of 33
Page 18 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 19 of 33
Page 19 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 20 of 33
Page 20 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 21 of 33
Page 21 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 22 of 33
Page 22 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 23 of 33
Page 23 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 24 of 33
Page 24 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 25 of 33
Page 25 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 26 of 33
Page 26 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 27 of 33
Page 27 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 28 of 33
Page 28 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 29 of 33
Page 29 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 30 of 33
Page 30 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 31 of 33
Page 31 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

Page 32 of 33
Page 32 of 33

Come one, come all; roll-up for an update of amusements and curios. Final Fantasy XIV—a realm that has most certainly been reborn—is gearing up for the 2.51 update. Despite its seemingly inconspicuous numbering, it's a pretty exciting patch. It adds a new version of the famed Gold Saucer—Final Fantasy VII's home of mini-games and deranged-man-with-gun-arm-and-also-a-tragic-backstory.

The new Gold Saucer will bring chocobo racing from Final Fantasy VII, Triple Triad from Final Fantasy VIII, and a bunch of other mini-games and activities.

Final Fantasy XIV patch 2.51 is due out next week, on 24 February.

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