The Primals Bassist Eikichi Iwai Passes Away

We are sad to share the news that Eikichi Iwai, the bassist for the official Final Fantasy XIV band The Primals, has passed away. This comes as a shock to fans everywhere, especially since he just performed with the group at a live concert in Tokyo on November 1.

Iwai was a vital part of the band, helping bring the iconic sound of the game to life for thousands of fans during their high energy shows. His work with The Primals helped turn many of the game's boss themes into celebrated rock anthems that fans loved to experience in person.

There is no doubt that his presence on stage and his contributions to the music will be deeply missed by the gaming community. We send our thoughts to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.