In an interview with Japanese gaming and pop culture publication, Famitsu, Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida confirmed at least two other content patches following the release of 6.55 on January 16.
“After patch 6.55, patches will continue intermittently with patches 6.57 and 6.58,” Yoshida in the translated interview. “So I hope you will enjoy a variety of content until 7.0.”
Additionally, Yoshida, also known as Yoshi-P, provided some details on what to expect from the upcoming Growing Light Part 2 update. He shares that the new Female Hrothgar revealed in the full-length Dawntrail trailer will be debuting in Patch 6.55 and she’ll play a significant role in the lead-up to Dawntrail. Named Wuk Lamat, Yoshi-P asked that players pay close attention to her development, specifically calling out some noticeable inconsistencies in character that were deliberately added to her personality.
Fear not, though. If you’re excited about meeting the game’s first Female Hrothgar, Yoshi-P sounds confident that you won’t be disappointed.
“I think I was able to express the kind of charm that would arise if a Female Hrothgar race appeared with a personality.”
The main story in 6.55, in general, sounds like it’ll be packed with charm, color, and humor. Complemented with the addition of more Hildibrand Quests, which Yoshi-P describes as “full of stupidity,” he looks forward to players experiencing a main story with character interactions that show off his more comical side.
Patch 6.55 will be released on January 16, 2024, following a 24-hour maintenance.