Final Fantasy XIV prepares for another return of the Rising

Every year, the residents of Eorzea in Final Fantasy XIV gather up to think back to the end of the world as part of The Rising. It might sound a bit macabre, but it’s also an important landmark for players as the anniversary celebration of the game, and this year’s event promises to bring the usual moments of reliving the Calamity. It’s perhaps the most somber anniversary event possible.

Of course, from a purely player perspective it’s your chance to get new earrings (replicas of earrings otherwise obtainable only during the original version of the game), a new Orchestrion roll, and a new minion of fan favorite Au Ra Cirina. The game is also celebrating its anniversaries in Korea and China, while over in Final Fantasy XI players can spend a month with a chance to pick up the Shadowlord’s sword by fighting him. Celebrating little pieces of history all over.