1.1.2a Software and accessories-
FFXI Gil (software)- $40-$50

(Recommended Accessories)

Dual Shock style gamepad- $10-$30

Or

Playstation to USB adapter- $10(useful if you have PS2 systems about as you can borrow those controllers)

*Note- the reason I recommend these is that the Keyboard and mouse controls aren't really ideal for the game. It was mostly designed with the Dual Shock 2 in mind and has some lousy controls without one IMHO.

1.1.2b Minimum System requirements-

Windows 98/Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP

Intel 800Mhz or faster processor

128 megs of ram

Nvidia GeForce series with 32 megs of ram or an ATI Radeon 9000 series

DirectX 8.1 compatible sound

6 Gigs of free Hard Drive Space

4x CD-ROM (for install only)

1.1.2c Recommended System requirements-

Windows XP

Intel Pentium 4 processor

256 megs of RAM

Nvidia GeForce FX with 64 megs of ram

DirectX 8.1 compatible sound

6 Gigs of free Hard Drive Space

32x CD-ROM (for install only)

Broadband Internet connection

1.2 Making a Character:

First you should know that your job is not set in stone as you can change it at any time during play by talking to the moogle in your mog house. You also have a starter weapon in your inventory when you get into the game(related to the job you just picked). However the race you choose to be can affect the stats of certain jobs and make them better or worse depending on which one you pick. Secondly you should have a basic understanding of the Worldpass system which I will explain later in this section of the FAQ. I am going to go over the various races, starter jobs, and areas now as that's the standard fare.

1.2.1 Races:

Hume- these guys are basically the jack of all trades. They are good at any job you care to pick from warrior to White mage...

Mithra (female only)- These crazy cat girls have high dexterity which makes them great thieves and rangers. They can have slightly reduced MP in the mage department though.

Galka (male only)- These big bear like guys are dead tough and they make great Monks and warrior types. They generally have high HP and not very many brains so they don't do well as mages.

TaruTaru- these are smart little guys who can get lots of MP on mage jobs and their intelligence makes them great spell casters. They can be decent at melee jobs, but it's more in the area of Advanced jobs. They don't have a lot of HP and this can make playing warrior hard, but it is workable.