what are the new markings and animations,maps,itens?
Ame answerred this, but I'll add on:
As Ame said, pretty much the only "requirement" I'd say is Legendary Markings and Items. Most people just use that. Animations I've mostly seen are either goldchocobo's canine animations or unuuk's. With new maps, just ask around and eventually you'll get what you need