Update: Square Enix has announced that Patch 6.1, a Newfound Adventure, goes live on April 12.
Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker finished in dramatic fashion but as always, the show must go on. Producer Naoki Yoshida has confirmed that new characters will be introduced in the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 update, who each play a very important role in the story going forward.
Detailing this further, here's what Yoshida had to say about Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 (courtesy of Siliconera):
Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 Adds New Characters to the Story
Details are slim right now but this'll likely be welcome news for players, as Final Fantasy XIV is widely considered to hold one of the best stories seen in any MMO.
Final Fantasy XIV is now available on PS4, PS5, and PC. More details will likely be revealed soon, so we'll keep you updated as we learn more about the 6.1 patch.