We would like to announce the appointment of a new director for FINAL FANTASY XI.

Former Battle Director Akihiko Matsui has assumed the post, and would like to take

this opportunity to offer a few words of greeting to our players.
Dear Users

It is both an honor and pleasure to give this address as the newly appointed director

of FINAL FANTASY XI.

With the commencement of official service for FINAL FANTASY XIV imminent, the period

ahead will prove to be a turning point for FINAL FANTASY XI. I have had the privilege

of being part of the team since the project commenced some ten years ago, but to

assume the mantle of leadership at this juncture is daunting indeed.

As director, I intend to work in close cooperation with all project members and

involved parties to ensure that FINAL FANTASY XI will continue to hold allure for our

players. For truly, nothing would please me more than to see Vana’diel remain a

gathering place for those seeking high adventure and camaraderie.

With the commencement of official service for FINAL FANTASY XIV imminent, the period

ahead will prove to be a turning point for FINAL FANTASY XI. I have had the privilege

of being part of the team since the project commenced some ten years ago, but to

assume the mantle of leadership at this juncture is daunting indeed.