We've just released our first work of fiction based in the FFXI world. You can find this in the "About Clan" section, entitled "A Test of Faith". If you have any comments about it or would like to shower us with praises over it, please drop us a line over in our forums.

I know most of you come here for the Final Fantasy XI news, but this story took me a while to write and I would just like to share it with all of you. I hope you enjoy it, and remember, check back for up to date information and news on Final Fantasy XI. Incase some of you didn't know, the "Official Images" section is constantly updated for those who enjoy looking at the screenshots.

Also, seeing as how the New Year is almost upon us, the Shadow Dragons would like to wish you a happy and healthy year to come.

The only holiday that is observed all around the world is New Year's Day. People feel the need of a new beginning, once a year, regardless of different religious beliefs or racial traditions. It may be the oldest day of special meaning, too, because it stands for a promise of new life. Traditionally, the change from an "old" year to a "new" year has been the time for "making a fresh start," and for making New Year's resolutions. These aim not only at eliminating our personal faults but also at renewing friendships and settling quarrels.