XLGames is doing something similar to what ArcheAgeSource.com did just a little while ago: ask the community what they want to know, and then delivering answers to the best questions! The first set of questions and answers were released last week, and we had them translated and ready for prime-time. Here we go again!

Are there race-specific quests or storylines?
ArcheAge has two major types of quests: local quests, which normally have to do with a very specific problem, and regional quests, which deal with larger issues. Depending on your character’s race or an area’s political allegiance, you might not be able to participate in some quests. However, regardless of your alignment, the most important storyline quests will still be available to complete. Of course there will be race-specific quests and lore that will help flesh out ArcheAge’s universe and explain why each race exists, what they want, and where they’re going. Every race has a different story to tell!

Can players design their own houses (create their own architecture)?
Building a house in ArcheAge is simplified from real life a bit. You buy a blueprint and purchase or gather the necessary supplies, then begin building. You can’t move the position of windows and doors just yet, but XLGames is working on creating enough interesting house designs (big, small, wide, tall) so that towns won’t become monotonous. One of XLGame’s current ideas is to create different house designs for each race, and they’re trying to deliver that particular feature by Open Beta (which should be in November this year).

Can players, pets, or NPCs get sick?
Yes, there are some illnesses that both NPCs and players can contract. If you wander into a town that’s full of infected characters, you’ll probably catch something yourself! Then again, you could get sick on purpose and then pay a visit to someone you don’t really like, but that’s risky in it’s own way…

Is there really a Leviathan, or other sea monsters, in the ocean?
Yes, there really are sea-monsters in ArcheAge waiting to take a bite out of you or your ship. Some like to stay near the surface while others hide in the depths. A few grow to gigantic sizes. All of them can ruin your day.

Why do the footprints of Elves glow?
Why not? Each race in ArcheAge has unique quirks, including different running styles and footprints. Also, differences in climate and environment can effect footprint effects (running on sand leaves different footprints than running on snow).

Is there a title or achievement system in ArcheAge? What kind of rewards do players get for progression?
XLGames encourages players to take ArcheAge at their own speed, and there are great rewards for all kinds of actions in every are. If you complete all the quests in a region you might gain a title, but there’s more to rewards than just that. Often one quest will dovetail into another, which itself is the reward. Additionally, each area has its own quest rewards, which are sometimes unique to that area. If you help a tailor, he might give you the design for his special cloth armor.

Source: http://archeagesource.com/topic/210-the-second-korean-community-pre-cbt3-qa/