Summary
Final Fantasy 14fans are upset with the Crystarium Prodigy’s Attire – the newest online store outfit – because of its cost, limitations, and similarities to an existing gear set. While many of the optionalFinal Fantasy 14cash shop glamours are popular, this outfit has left players feeling dissatisfied.
Alphinaud Leveilleur is one of the most popular members of the Scions of the Seventh Dawn – the group ofallied NPCsFinal Fantasy 14players work with throughout the game’s story. Over the years, Alphinaud has had several wardrobe changes, most of which have been made available on theFF14online store later on, with hisShadowbringers-era clothes only just now arriving in the form of the Crystarium Prodigy’s Attire.
However, some fans have pointed out that the Crystarium Prodigy’s Attire basically already exists in the game right now. The Brightlinen Scouting and Serge sets are nearly identical to Alphinaud’s outfit, with the only differences being its color and a few minor details. These sets are also dyable and obtainable in the game, while the Crystarium Prodigy’s Attire is locked to a single color, andcosts $12 on theFF14online store– the same price as a month of game time. That said, the in-game sets are locked to certain jobs, but beyond that, players think there is little reason to purchase this new outfit.
FF14’s Crystarium Prodigy’s Attire vs. Brightlinen Scouting Set
This isn’t the first timeFinal Fantasy 14has done something like this. Iceheart’s Attire, a cash shop glamour inspired by Ysayle from thecritically acclaimedFinal Fantasy 14: Heavenswardexpansion, is nearly identical to several in-game sets as well. Like the Crystarium Prodigy’s set, it is non-dyable and does not include the iconic character’s hairstyle.
Fans are understandably upset by this new cash shop glamour, especially because some of its other outfits have been excellent. Beyond these issues, many players are also disappointed that a third Alphinaud outfit was added to the store before those of popularFinal Fantasy 14characters like G’raha Tia or Emet-Selch. So far, it seems like cash shop glamours have been hit or miss, so fans will have to see if future store offerings improveonceFinal Fantasy 14releasesDawntrail.
Final Fantasy 14 (2010)
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