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Ever since the introduction of the ZNM system in the last update, players have been spending their time going up the ZNM tiers in order to gain access to one of the most difficult enemies in Final Fantasy XI: Pandemonium Warden. But we have only heard of a few accounts of the fight which talk about PW changing into different forms along with the Pandemonium Lamps.

The LS “Beyond the Limitation” on Seraph has given Pandemonium Warden a great attempt and even after EIGHTEEN hours, was unable to defeat this monster.

This begs the question “How Long is Too Long?”

At the following date and time, our Infomation Center experienced technical difficulties with PlayOnline web chat service. However the issue has now been addressed.

During this time, any web chat request may have received an error. If this is the case, we ask that you please place the web chat request once again.

Thank you for your patience.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 7, 2008 from 14:30 to 14:55 (PDT)

[Details]
Web-based chat support was not available.

[Cause]
Connectivity issues with the web chat server.

[Affected Services]
PlayOnline Information Center

Currently, the PlayOnline Information Center is experiencing technical difficulties with PlayOnline web chat service. The issue is currently being addressed. New updates will follow as additional information becomes available.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 7, 2008 from 14:30 (PDT)

[Details]
Unable to offer PlayOnline web chat service.

[Cause]
Under Investigation

[Affected World]
PlayOnline Information Center

We have experienced technical difficulties with the PlayOnline GM petition service during the following period. However the issue has now been addressed.

Due to the server program being restarted, your PlayOnline GM petitions have been reset. Therefore, please resubmit your calls.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 5, 2008 from 22:19 to 22:35 (PDT)

[Details]
PlayOnline GM Petition service is unavailable

[Affected Services]
- PlayOnline GM Petition Service

[Cause]
Issue with the server program

All worlds maintenance being conducted right now will be extended until 19:00 (PDT).

We apologize for the inconvenience.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 4, 2008 from 9:00 to 19:00 (PDT)

[Affected Services]
FINAL FANTASY XI

The PlayOnline Information Center and GM petition services was unable to provide customer support due to technical difficulties during the time shown below. However, we are pleased to announce that the issue has been resolved.

Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 4, 2008 from 9:00 to 10:26 (PDT)

[Details]
- PlayOnline and FINAL FANTASY XI GM petition services were unavailable.
- The PlayOnline Information Center was unable to assist with issues requiring account verification.

[Cause]
Network Connection Difficulties

[Affected Services]
PlayOnline and FINAL FANTASY XI GM Services and the PlayOnline Information Center for North America

The PlayOnline Information Center and GM petition services are unable to provide customer support due to technical difficulties during the time shown below. The issue is being investigated and addressed, and new updates will follow as additional information becomes available.

Thank you for your patience.

[Date & Time]
Aug. 4, 2008 9:00 (PDT)

[Details]
- PlayOnline and FINAL FANTASY XI GM petition services are unavailable.
- The PlayOnline Information Center was also unable to assist with issues requiring account verification.

[Cause]
Under investigation

[Affected Services]
PlayOnline and FINAL FANTASY XI GM Services and the PlayOnline Information Center for North America

We have experienced several technical difficulties on some areas on the Diabolos World, but the recovery process is now complete.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

[Date & Time]
From Aug. 3, 2008 5:00 to Aug. 4, 2008 6:30 (PDT)

[Issue Details]
Unable to access to the following areas in Diabolos world.

[Cause]
Technical issues with the server equipment.

[Affected Areas]
- Periqia
- Everbloom Hollow [S]
- Ruhotz Silvermines [S]
- Ghoyu's Reverie [S]

At the following time, we will be performing FINAL FANTASY XI maintenance on all worlds. During this period, FINAL FANTASY XI will be unavailable.

This maintenance is the second in the series of two mentioned in a news announcement on Jul. 17, 2008.

Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.


[Date & Time]
Aug. 4, 2008 from 9:00 to 16:00 (PDT)

[Affected Services]
FINAL FANTASY XI

[Maintenance Details]
- System maintenance
- Replacement of server equipment

March 2nd marked the date of the SQUARE ENIX Premier Summit at their studios in Santa Monica. Members representing several leading community sites, including Stratics, were flown to Los Angeles to speak with key members of the Community and Development teams including the President and Chief Operating Officer of SQUARE ENIX, INC.

Many topics were discussed mostly centering on the fostering of greater communication lines and strengthening relations with the player base. The big announcement on everyone's lips is of course the much anticipated addition of an officially supported window mode for FINAL FANTASY XI. A release date is, as of yet, not official but word from the source is, it is coming...

Be sure to read the full story here.