Ladies and gentlemen! At long last, the winning entries for the Shantotto Fan Art Contest have been decided! The staggering amount of entries and the love that evidently went into each are a testament to the good doctor's enduring popularity, and this made the task of selecting winners that much more difficult for the judges. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who took the time to join in this celebration of one of Vana'diel's most distinguished citizens.

Which of the entries have been deemed to best capture the indomitable spirit that is Doctor Shantotto? Proceed here to find out!

We are pleased to announce that the FINAL FANTASY ULTIMATE COLLECTION is now available for digital distribution via Steam. For the low price of $19.99, you can download the collection—including the award-winning original game, all four expansions (Rise of the Zilart, Chains of Promathia, Treasures of Aht Urhgan, and Wings of the Goddess), and all three add-on scenarios (A Crystalline Prophecy, A Moogle Kupo d'Etat, and A Shantotto Ascension)—and begin your adventures without leaving the comfort of your own home!

Users purchasing the ULTIMATE COLLECTION via Steam will also be eligible for the Nexus Cape, the in-game bonus item presented to owners of all three add-on scenarios. With Steam's Gift Purchasing feature, you can even treat a friend or family member to a life of adventure in Vana'diel for the holidays!

Visit the official Steam FINAL FANTASY XI page here!

Today, we are proud to announce the launch of the new wedding support service, packed with features sure to delight adventurers across Vana'diel looking to exchange eternal vows with their beloved!

Responding to player demands for greater customization, the new service will grant brides and grooms freedom in choosing location, timing, dialogue, and more for their ceremony, allowing them to create a truly memorable event all their own. Information on all the features, including in-game item vendors and wedding certificates, can be found on the new wedding support site, so head on over and get started planning the wedding of your dreams!

The new wedding support site can be found here.

It is with extreme pleasure that we announce the arrival of the FINAL FANTASY XI ULTIMATE COLLECTION! Available in Windows PC and Xbox 360 flavors at the low price of $19.99, the collection includes the original game, all four expansions (Rise of the Zilart, Chains of Promathia, Treasures of Aht Urhgan, and Wings of the Goddess) as well as the three add-on scenarios (A Crystalline Prophecy, A Moogle Kupo d'Etat, and A Shantotto Ascension) on one easy-to-install DVD.

Owners of the ULTIMATE COLLECTION will be pleased to know that they, too, will be eligible for the Nexus Cape, the in-game bonus gift item awarded to players who have purchased all three add-on scenarios. Don't miss this chance to own a piece of history with this most comprehensive compilation to date!

Click here for more details.

The November major version update, starring the third and final add-on scenario, "A Shantotto Ascension—The Legend Torn, Her Empire Born," is now available for your downloading pleasure! With compelling new Wings of the Goddess quests, more heart-pounding action with the Moblin Maze Mongers, a host of job adjustments, and throngs of game-enhancing tweaks across the board, there is bound to be something for adventurers of all stripes!

Drool over the details here.

The winners of the Allakhazam Pumpkin Carving Contest have been announced! Hightail it now to the official contest homepage to find out which of the devilishly delightful pumpkin designs were deemed to be top of the crop!

Feast your eyes on the winning entries here.
An exhibit showcasing all entries can be viewed here.

The fast-approaching major version update will usher in auspicious adjustments spanning a wide range of in-game elements. Today, it is our pleasure to introduce the changes that are scheduled for the Chocobo Circuit, the fishing quest "Inside the Belly," and more!

Read on for the details.

Ladies and gentlemen! Coming to you in a version update scheduled for as early as late November is "Synergy"—the new in-game system that will add a whole new dimension to synthesis!

Gather around to learn the details.