The update is here.

[Ramir]

THINGS THAT HAVE CHANGED IN THIS UPDATE:

- Playable races list completed.
- New acclaim system done.
- Expanded Talents list rolled out.
- Combat Talents reinvented for role play focus.
- The introduction of complimentary skills.
- Magic system scrapped and 135 spells invented.
- Magic ruleset established.
- Combat ruleset established.
- Game guide shortened and overhauled.
- Character templates reworked.
- Some nifty behind the scenes work with code, etc.
- New gear system established and to be rolled out as necessary.
- Surely oodles of other things!

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO ADAPT

- Familiarize yourself with the rules, talents and system. It's only fair to your GM that you've got a grasp on what's new and what's expected.
- Consider whether you want to reinvent, rebuild or start with a new character.
- Finish at outstanding quests and the like, as you cannot switch in the middle of a story.

REBUILDING YOUR CHARACTER

- Choose your character's race.
- Complete your bio, complying with race specifications.
- Start with your race perks and drawbacks.
- Drawbacks must be paid for, if you intend to advance that skill.
- Spend your 50 acclaim, per the instructions in the game guide. You must spend all 50 to begin with.
- Ask admin to approve your character at this point. If approved, you can then spend your remaining acclaim. Please provide a simple breakdown for staff, it makes our life easier.
- If you currently have equipment that is not starting gear, inform admin or wait for us to address it. All gear is being reinvented or scrapped to balance the game.

Can I change my current characters race and talents?
Yup, or it may be easier to consider it a new concept.

I have X special item currently, can't I keep it?
No, sorry. Serenity has some cards in play that will be permitted to complete that story line alone and cannot be utilized elsewhere, or afterward. If possible, you'll be given a new item.

What else has been done to balance the game?
Well for one, Alex is cutting half of all acclaim earned for admin work. I retired my admin characters altogether.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FEEDBACK.

If we're to be a strong community, we need to act together toward our future. I will be recognizing some people for their assistance and their input in this update. There was a great deal of work to do and I'm glad it's done, but it's hard to implement without input from our players.

To those who took the time, thank you very much for being a team player.

[Neko]

Nicely written.

[Ramir]

Thank you Alex

Just remember guys, there may be some teething issues and balancing may be required. Please ask any questions you may have in this thread and be sure to read up on the new information.

[Redblade]

Do want to thank Gray and all the others also who gave their input for making this a more interesting game now.

[Ramir]

Thanks mate. It was a lot of work, but well worth it. I will be developing a printable version of the combined game rules and guides next, which should make playing a bit easier. I find having the rules and spell lists and so on in hand is much easier.

[Ramir]

Alright, time to thank some people. I looked back over the umpteen threads used in the update work.

Alex - well, you know this place would have fallen on it's face without you. You're also my partner, my devil's advocate and a tireless GM. We'll talk about reward for all of that in the admin lounge

Zae - when you come back man, you come back with a passion. You threw a whole lot of ideas in the mix on the board and in the lounge. Thanks.

Hoid - Ah, thoughtful posts You also compiled some info and threw it in for consideration and helped me sort out my head as far as gear goes. Thank you, it makes far more sense

Miro - Wow, look at you with the questions. That's not a bad thing, I really do get worried when there's NO questions. Thank you for showing that you are paying attention and helping us identify any potential issues in the work.

Red - You're kinda like a cheearleader Thank you for you encouragement. If everyone could take just one minute to post 'hey, this is really cool', I think things would get done faster and there would be more activity all around.


To everyone else who posted here and there, thank you. I know not everyone has the time or the desire to get involved in the workload.

To those that did, you'll be rewarded soon-ish. Maybe now, who knows. Thanks!

[Redblade]

*Shakes pom poms*

[Neko]

Strangely it seems so fitting on you, Red...lol