Patch 1.21a

[Aeni]

[patch1.21a] Patch 1.21a Notes

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[dev1350] The /countdown(count) text command has been added, which can be used to aid in timing screenshots.

Executing the command initiates a countdown in seconds, starting at the designated value (up to 20 seconds). Countdown length is 5 seconds when no value is specified. Numbers will pop up above your character as the countdown progresses, and the word “Go!” will appear when it falls to zero.
* Executing the command while another countdown is already in progress restarts the countdown.
* Countdowns are visible to other players. However, the words and numbers displayed will not appear in screenshots.

Ex.) /countdown 3
Initiates a three-second countdown.

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[patch1.21a] Patch 1.21a Notes

　
Event

• [dev1345] Players can now redistribute attribute points. To do so, speak with the guild NPC in charge of exchanging guild marks while in possession of a copy of the Keeper's Hymn. You will be given the option to undo point allotment for your current class in exchange for the item.

Battle

• [dev1346] Action icons on the action bar will now blink if activation conditions are fulfilled for the following actions:
  Haymaker / War Drum / Phalanx / Fracture / Overpower / Feint / Full Thrust
  
  
  * Based on this change, action icons for combo fulfillment now also blink.
• [dev1352] Changes have been made to the following actions:
  
  

  Job	Action	Change
  Paladin	Cover	- Recast time reduced from 180 to 60 seconds. - Effect duration reduced from 20 to 15 seconds.
  	Divine Veil	- Recast time reduced from 120 to 60 seconds. - Effect duration reduced from 30 to 20 seconds. - Blocks all physical attacks from the front. - Healing over time effect granted by Cure and Cura now stacks with the white magic spell Regen. * Healing efficacy reduced in exchange for longer effect duration.
  	Spirits Within	- Recast time reduced from 120 to 60 seconds. - Revised effect: Delivers a high-accuracy melee attack at close range. Increased damage with greater current HP. Combo Action: Phalanx Combo Bonus: Increased enmity.

• [dev1353] The following notorious monsters no longer drop dated items.
  Prince of Pestilence / Cactuar Jack / Phaia / Unknown Soldier / Spitfire / Kokoroon Quickfingers / Old Six-arms

Item

• [dev1347] Materia that feature the same bonus stats are now stackable.
  Ex.)
  Stackable: Heavens' Fist Materia (Attack Power: +30) and Heavens' Fist Materia (Attack Power: +30)
  Unstackable: Heavens' Fist Materia (Attack Power: +30) and Heavens' Fist Materia (Attack Power: +28)
  
  
  * Materia put up for sale at a retainer bazaar prior to patch 1.21a cannot be purchased directly via Item Search. Players must take down the item once and put it up for sale once more.
• [dev1348] Untradable items can no longer be sold to NPCs. Such items will be grayed out alongside currently equipped gear in the inventory interface.
  
  
  
• [dev1354] The number of shards required for the following recipes have been changed:
  
  

  Item	Before		After
  Sheepskin Wristbands	3 Earth Shards 3 Wind Shards	→	2 Earth Shards 1 Wind Shard
  Dodoskin Wristbands	4 Earth Shards 4 Wind Shards	→	3 Earth Shards 3 Wind Shards
  Leather Wristbands	5 Earth Shards 5 Wind Shards	→	4 Earth Shards 4 Wind Shards
  Boarskin Wristbands	6 Earth Shards 6 Wind Shards	→	5 Earth Shards 5 Wind Shards
  Raptorskin Wristbands	1 Earth Shards 2 Wind Shards	→	6 Earth Shards 6 Wind Shards
  Sheepskin Choker	3 Earth Shards 2 Wind Shards	→	1 Earth Shards 2 Wind Shards
  Dodoskin Choker	4 Earth Shards 3 Wind Shards	→	3 Earth Shards 2 Wind Shards
  Leather Choker	5 Earth Shards 5 Wind Shards	→	4 Earth Shards 3 Wind Shards
  Boarskin Choker	6 Earth Shards 6 Wind Shards	→	5 Earth Shards 5 Wind Shards
  Raptorskin Choker	6 Earth Shards 5 Wind Shards	→	6 Earth Shards 6 Wind Shards

• [dev1355] The merchandise offered by the Ul’dah Merchant Strip NPC W'nhalki (6,6) has been updated as follows:
  
  

  Before		After
  Dated Copper Earrings	→	Copper Earrings
  Dated Brass Earrings	→	Brass Earrings
  Dated Copper Choker	→	Copper Choker
  Dated Brass Choker	→	Brass Choker
  Dated Copper Ring	→	Copper Ring
  Dated Brass Ring	→	Brass Ring
  Dated Copper Wristlets	→	Copper Wristlets
  Dated Brass Wristlets	→	Brass Wristlets

System

• [dev1348] The specifications for discarding untradable items have changed. Players are now required to check a box before they are able to click the confirm button.
  
  
  
• [dev1356] Players will no longer target KO’d enemies when subtargeting is toggled off.
• [dev1349] After viewing a cutscene via The Unending Journey in a private room, players will now be returned to the cutscene selection interface.
• [dev1350] The /countdown(count) text command has been added, which can be used to aid in timing screenshots.
  
  Executing the command initiates a countdown in seconds, starting at the designated value (up to 20 seconds). Countdown length is 5 seconds when no value is specified. Numbers will pop up above your character as the countdown progresses, and the word “Go!” will appear when it falls to zero.
  * Executing the command while another countdown is already in progress restarts the countdown.
  * Countdowns are visible to other players. However, the words and numbers displayed will not appear in screenshots.
  Ex.) /countdown 3
  Initiates a three-second countdown.
  
• [dev1351] When using a placeholder to specify a character in chat, it will automatically be handled as an Auto-translation Dictionary term.

Fixed Bugs

• The following bugs have been fixed:
  • An issue wherein the text command /snowball could be used.
  • An issue wherein recommended level was incorrectly shown when players are asked to deliver beeswax in the local levequest “Exports of Import.”
  • An issue wherein using a flask of blinding potion on an enemy caused its accuracy to increase.
  • An issue wherein the reward message for guildleves and behests did not appear at the correct time.
  • An issue wherein players were able to inflict status ailments upon certain enemies even though they are immune.
  • An issue within the Aurum Vale and Cutter’s Cry wherein obtaining items from a treasure chest did not extend loot possession time.
  • An issue within the Aurum Vale and Cutter’s Cry wherein players could not obtain items from treasure chests when their loot list is full.
  • An issue wherein players could move immediately after performing the lancer action Doom Spike.
  • An issue wherein the casting gauge would disappear if players cast several spells in succession.
  • An issue wherein the recast timer for actions was not functioning as intended.
    * On rare occasions, recast time may still appear to be a few seconds longer than in actuality. This issue will be addressed in the near future.
  • An issue wherein attempting to board Chocobo or Goobbue after canceling the spellcasting may terminate the game client.
  • An issue wherein using /sit emote and canceling the spellcasting at the same time may terminate the game client.
  • An issue wherein under "The Unending Journey," the title of the cutscenes from certain quests were being incorrect.
  • An issue wherein the game graphics may be displayed improperly by equipping Temple Circlet.
  • An issue wherein while attempting to receive the achievement reward, the name of the achievement may be displayed incorrectly in the log window.
  • An issue wherein certain icons within the achievement were being incorrect.
  • An issue wherein the help message of certain actions were being incorrect.

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Re: Patch 1.21a

PLD buffs are pro.