I'm not sure if this the right place for this. I plan to start playing FF14 for the very first time soon. I have a lot to play it seems.
The beginning seems daunting however. Not sure how to really go about starting. Thinking I'll be a Hyur or an Au Ra (I have watched videos in prep) and perhaps do either a Gladiator, Lancer, or Maurader.
But I'm pretty indecisive about this. Any tips for a first-timer?
You can create your character and start the game to do a quick test run to see if you like your creation. If you don't, delete and repeat.
Apart from this, it's possible to fully edit an existing character if you use a Fantasia potion and certain features like hairstyle and tattoos can be customized after unlocking your personal aesthetician later in the story.
Don't sweat it over your starting class, you can change it very early (it will determine which city-state you begin, not a big deal either).
As you start progressing, it can be overwhelming at first, but just go with the flow and follow your curiosity. There's a lot to cover, but don't cave in to rushing, focus on what you are interested in doing.