By Bismarck.Vashkoda 2017-02-08 15:56:06
If it's only been a year for you, the server population probably hasn't change too much from what you're used to (in terms of distribution of EN vs JP, total player numbers, which servers have more endgame-capable ls, etc). Whether returning is right for you will depend a lot on what activities you enjoyed before (farming old events solo, joining PUGs for mid-level events, or being in a endgame ls). The latest mid-level event is Ambuscade, a battlefield with NMs, and a new point system, and rewards that all rotate every month. New endgame events include Master Trials (extremely difficult battles with mission NMs) and Omen (a progressive battlefield with multiple fodder enemies and bosses). All three of these are limited to 6 players and require specific job setups to win. Your ability to participate will depend a lot on what jobs you have leveled, how good your gear is, how many gifts you unlocked, and the strength of the PUG players on your server (otherwise, whether or not you still have a core group of friends or lsmates who have kept their own characters updated and are willing to carry you until you've caught up).