Today marks a very rare moment, with the date reading as 11/11/11. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Square Enix has announced a series of promotional offers for players both old and new. The Final Fantasy XI: Ultimate Collection Abyssea Edition, which features every expansion and add-on released for the game so far, will be on sale for $9.99 for one week's time starting today! In addition, with this collection now being available on the Square Enix Online Store, the first 1000 people to purchase it there will receive 111 Square Enix Members points!

 Lastly, a 14-day free trial is now available, so be sure to invite your friends to experience the world of Vana'diel for themselves!

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From Playonline.com:

In celebration of this once-a-century occasion we've prepared special promotions to excite both new and veteran adventurers alike!

If you haven't already, now's your chance to jump into the land of Abyssea with the FINAL FANTASY XI: Ultimate Collection Abyssea Edition which is 50% off for one week only starting today! Not only is it only $9.99 for one week, but you can also pick up FINAL FANTASY XI UCAE for the first time on the Square Enix Online Store! In celebration of its debut on our store, the first 1,000 people who purchase their copy will earn 111 Square Enix Members points (more than double the normal amount for a Square Enix title)!

For those interested in exploring the world of Vana'diel for the first time, we're also proud to announce the launch of a 14-day free trial! We encourage all of you battle-hardened vets to invite your friends and introduce them to the 14-day free trial as an easy way to begin adventuring along with you!

Celebrate this day along with us, and pick up your copy of FINAL FANTASY XI UCAE!
Get your newbie friends to play with the 14-Day Free Trial!