FFXIV's Latest Patch Fixes One Of Its Biggest Grinding Issues

FFXIV's Latest Patch Fixes One Of Its Biggest Grinding Issues

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The Patch 7.31 notes for Final Fantasy 14's next update have been released, and there is a massive change coming to alleviate some intense grinding in one piece of content. MMOs are known for the amount of time required to obtain popular weapons, items, outfits, and more, but this new change might motivate some players to go back to an old-school piece of content for some nice weapons.

According to the patch notes, numerous adjustments have been made to Palace of the Dead, FFXIV's first Deep Dungeon content. After the patch, aehterpool gear stat increases will be gained much faster, making it quicker and more accessible to obtain the glowing weapons, as well as complete the content in time for the next Deep Dungeon.

According to the patch notes, the minimum aetherpool gear strength enhancement from opening silver coffers has been increased from +1 to +5. Additionally, the enhancement to aetherpool gear strength when defeating a boss has been increased from +1 to +10. This makes getting the required power level for the Palace of the Dead Deep Dungeon glamour weapons much faster.

This change comes right before a new Deep Dungeon is set to be added to...

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