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Aman · Sep 13, 2006, 11:22 PM // 23:22

Ok well recently i have seaved enough money to get a laienware computer

I should be getting it soon

but i am thinking of getting guild wars to go with it.

I have no clue on how the game works or nothing. I need a very descriptive guide or sometihng. What is your favorite or most fun part about guild wars?

PS. I know some of you probably do want to know my computer specs so here ill save my self some time

[1] Area-51?? 7500

Processor: Intel?? Core??? 2 Duo Extreme X6800 2.93GHz 4MB Cache 1066MHz FSB
Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows?? XP Professional with Service Pack 2
Chassis: Alienware?? P2 Chassis - Space Black
Chassis Upgrades: Alienware?? AlienIce??? 3.0 Video Cooling + AlienFX??? System Lighting - Astral Blue
Power Supply: 650 Watt Alienware?? Multi-GPU Approved
Motherboard: Alienware?? Approved NVIDIA nForce 4 SLI Motherboard
Memory: 4GB DDR2 Performance SDRAM at 800MHz - 4 x 1024MB
System Drive: Extreme Performance (RAID 0) - 500GB (2 x 250GB) Serial ATA 3Gb/s 7,200 RPM w/ 2 x 8MB Cache
Primary CD ROM/DVD ROM: 16x Dual Layer DVD??R/W Drive w/LightScribe Technology
Graphics Processor: Dual 512MB NVIDIA?? GeForce??? 7900 GTX - SLI Enabled
Monitor: Samsung SyncMaster 920N 19" 8ms Flat Panel - Black
Sound Card: High Performance 7.1 Audio - Standard
Speakers: Logitech?? X-530 5.1 70-Watt Speakers
Keyboard: Alienware?? USB Full-Size Keyboard
Mouse: Alienware?? Optical 3-Button Mouse with Scroll Wheel
Warranty: 4-Year AlienCare Toll-Free 24/7 Phone Support w/ Onsite Service / AlienAutopsy / Respawn
Alienware Exclusive Offers: 10% off your next EB Games online purchase
Alienware Extras: AlienInspection - Exclusive Integration and Inspection - $100 Value - FREE!
Alienware Extras: AlienWiring - Exclusive Internal Wire Management - $100 Value - FREE!
Alienware Extras: Exclusive AlienGUIse Theme Manager

[1] Battlefield 2
[1] Sennheiser PC150 Multimedia Headset
[1] Surge Protector - Opti-UPS SS1200 Automatic Voltage Regulator 6 outlets Surge Protector
[1] Special Financing Offer; No Interest for 12 Months! - Valid only with the Alienware Credit Card

SubTotal: $5,200.88
Shipping: $171.85
Discount: $0.00
Tax: $0.00
Order Total: $5,372.73

Horseman Of War · Sep 13, 2006, 11:38 PM // 23:38

well you definately wont have to worry about your computer running the game, ill tell you that much!

Guild Wars is definately what I look for in a MMO

1. There is a level cap of 20. You can get max level somewhat easily. You can also make a PvP-Only character that will Start at lvl 20. Even when you reach level 20 with your PvE character, you will have PLENTY to do-> dont let the number game get you down (world of warcraft fans and the like will use this to say that guild wars is a joke- but their games have no point once you max out your character- in guild wars when you 'max out' the game just begins)

2. The world is not seamless. Towns is where everyone is, you assemble your party there, decide what skills you will use etc-> then you go and do your missions and quests without having to worry about some other random idiots camping around the best monsters and best loot. You can instantly travel at any time back to any town you have unlocked on your map.

3. Start with prophecies. Factions by itself will throw you off balance because its geared more toward getting you lvl 20 quicker, offering you technically LESS time to actually figure out what skills you like. Id say start with Nightfall if you want... but thats still a while away.

4. Join a guild as soon as you feel comfortable doing so... there are no shortages of people recruiting in the opening areas of the game. You dont have to STAY in the guild... but its good experience for learning the game, and they will probably answer any questions you have (you might go thru like half a dozen guilds or more before you find one that you like- some ppl NEVER join a guild.. but guilds are the way to go if you really want to experience the whole shabang)

5. You wont have to go do stupid things like have your character mine for iron or cut down trees for lumber-> its all about killing the bad guys and taking their loot.

6. Most information in the current two chapters can be found at gw.gamewikis.org and (personal opinion) this site is the best fan site to go to.

7. Any questions in specific you have? U play any other games like guild wars before?

Nice computer btw

EDIT-> keep in mind that there is no monthly fee, so you wont feel like you 'HAVE' to play it 10 hours a day to get your moneys worth.

Aman · Sep 13, 2006, 11:41 PM // 23:41

i have played runescape long time ago and i'v heard guild wars is nothing like it at all.

Horseman Of War · Sep 13, 2006, 11:46 PM // 23:46

ya i dont know much about runescape... hehe.

Hmmm... you konw what? The GuildWars website says that next weekend will be a free preview weekend for ANYONE whether they are previous customers or not. That is going to be your best chance to try-before-you-buy... If your computer gets here by then you can check it out for free and see if you like it or not...

Lambentviper · Sep 13, 2006, 11:54 PM // 23:54

i think those specs were more for show off reason than anything else XD

but the best thing to do is to get it and play it. The adventure and natural "kid-like" approach is part of the exploration and overall fun of the game.

In fact, i decided to make a pre-searing character (which you dont know about yet) just because of all the complications that you get involved with later and be overshadowing.

Either way, its a great game....and you should teach yourself how to play.

Mister_Smiley · Sep 13, 2006, 11:58 PM // 23:58

All i gotta say, i bought a Alienware computer around 3 years ago and let just say that is was the biggest waist of money i've ever had. First week i had it i started getting problems. Just giveing you a warning. But if you decide to go with it, good luck with that. As for Guildwars, its a very good game, go with prophecies and you will injoy it.

Terra Xin · Sep 14, 2006, 12:06 AM // 00:06

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i have played runescape long time ago and i'v heard guild wars is nothing like it at all.

I'm going to assume that you were complimenting GW by saying that :P

You should also know that unlike many online games, this one doesn't have a subscription fee.

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6. Most information in the current two chapters can be found at gw.gamewikis.org and (personal opinion) this site is the best fan site to go to.

This site helped me out alot too, go there.

Horseman Of War · Sep 14, 2006, 12:07 AM // 00:07

he has the good warranty and support package- i doubt he will run into problems anytime soon, unless he tries to take it apart or something.

and yes, i agree hes showing off

I have just ONE 512mb card and it runs the game at 30 fps... Id really like to see how far that machine will push GWs limits

Aman · Sep 14, 2006, 12:11 AM // 00:11

ok i admit it was was showing off

but what can i say it took me like 4 years to save that money

:P

The Real Roy Keane · Sep 14, 2006, 12:15 AM // 00:15

I seriously can't see the point in spending that much money on a computer, unless you intend to go to space in it or something. And uh..in my opinion, I wouldn't bother with guild wars if you don't like PvP. That said, there's some (masochists) who play PvE alone.

Aman · Sep 14, 2006, 12:25 AM // 00:25

im here to get advice on guild wars not on my computer

anyway im guessing PvP is players vs. palyer.

i cool with that.

I like how guild wars is set up and th graphics..
can someone tell me about the banking system and inventory and trading system

Malice Black · Sep 14, 2006, 12:32 AM // 00:32

Lol nearly as good a computer as mine

anyways PvE content is ok for 6months then its just dull

PvP content is ok but you need to learn fast and find a guild that will teach you

the whole trading system needs a revamp and should be getting one soon.

bart · Sep 14, 2006, 12:52 AM // 00:52

wow... ur com costs 6x more than mine O.O

yeah get Prophecies.

Riken Chrono · Sep 14, 2006, 02:03 AM // 02:03

guild wars is alot more organized than runescape IMO, i've seen my freinds play it a bit and it looks very disorganized. i'd get propheices too, it'll occupy you longer.

banking system works like this, every city, you'll see a NPC called Xunlai Agent [Storage]. you can transfer items and money through that to other characters.

trading system works like this, you press on a persons name then press the trade button, you can trade a maximum of 100k and 7 items for 7 stacks of mateirals, collector items, etc

inventory works like this, you press I to go to your inventory and you have a maximum of 1 backpack (Customized to your character) it holds a maximum of 20 items, 1 bag which holds 5 items, and 2 bags which each hold 5 items unless you give it a rune of holding. rune of holding increases bag size from 5 items to 10 items.

hope that clears up some of your questions

Aman · Sep 14, 2006, 11:00 PM // 23:00

ah

thanks

im thinking of becoming a monk as primary and ranger as secondary.

because i like to range and i like how monks look

im thinking of being monk as primary.

Malice Black · Sep 15, 2006, 12:03 AM // 00:03

Monk isn't the best starting char they require a certain amount of knowledge of how skills works and how ppl work.

best starting chars are

Ranger <~~most versatile char in the game
Necro <~~can be heavy dmg or a support char
Warrior <~~offers fair dmg and good armor

most ppl choose monk as secondary skill as this gives you some healing skills (the henchmen ain't all that great)

at the end of the day its your choice tho

Aman · Sep 15, 2006, 12:12 AM // 00:12

i like assasin, ranger, elementalists, necro and monks

what would be the best combination?

and in runescape there are only 3 professions however they have weaknesses
for exmaple Mage > Warriors > Ranger

and rangers are better than mages so it evens out

are there any weaknesses in guild wars to even out the professions?

Malice Black · Sep 15, 2006, 12:25 AM // 00:25

You can only play assassin if you buy Factions.

Every proffesion has it strong and weak points..dont worry Anet strive to make guildwars extremely balanced.

best char combo is hard to say because its down to your playing style if you wish to play "mage" then i say go necro if you wish to chop things then go warrior..ranged attacks then ranger.

Aman · Sep 15, 2006, 12:49 AM // 00:49

can you list some of the weaknesses?

Malice Black · Sep 15, 2006, 12:59 AM // 00:59

Casters/Rangers - Weak armor is the most noticeable

Warriors - Average dmg output

That's the main two BUT both can be rectified by certain skills ect

Sep 13, 2006, 11:22 PM // 23:22	#1
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	thinking about getting guild wars Ok well recently i have seaved enough money to get a laienware computer I should be getting it soon but i am thinking of getting guild wars to go with it. I have no clue on how the game works or nothing. I need a very descriptive guide or sometihng. What is your favorite or most fun part about guild wars? PS. I know some of you probably do want to know my computer specs so here ill save my self some time [1] Area-51?? 7500 Processor: Intel?? Core??? 2 Duo Extreme X6800 2.93GHz 4MB Cache 1066MHz FSB Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows?? XP Professional with Service Pack 2 Chassis: Alienware?? P2 Chassis - Space Black Chassis Upgrades: Alienware?? AlienIce??? 3.0 Video Cooling + AlienFX??? System Lighting - Astral Blue Power Supply: 650 Watt Alienware?? Multi-GPU Approved Motherboard: Alienware?? Approved NVIDIA nForce 4 SLI Motherboard Memory: 4GB DDR2 Performance SDRAM at 800MHz - 4 x 1024MB System Drive: Extreme Performance (RAID 0) - 500GB (2 x 250GB) Serial ATA 3Gb/s 7,200 RPM w/ 2 x 8MB Cache Primary CD ROM/DVD ROM: 16x Dual Layer DVD??R/W Drive w/LightScribe Technology Graphics Processor: Dual 512MB NVIDIA?? GeForce??? 7900 GTX - SLI Enabled Monitor: Samsung SyncMaster 920N 19" 8ms Flat Panel - Black Sound Card: High Performance 7.1 Audio - Standard Speakers: Logitech?? X-530 5.1 70-Watt Speakers Keyboard: Alienware?? USB Full-Size Keyboard Mouse: Alienware?? Optical 3-Button Mouse with Scroll Wheel Warranty: 4-Year AlienCare Toll-Free 24/7 Phone Support w/ Onsite Service / AlienAutopsy / Respawn Alienware Exclusive Offers: 10% off your next EB Games online purchase Alienware Extras: AlienInspection - Exclusive Integration and Inspection - $100 Value - FREE! Alienware Extras: AlienWiring - Exclusive Internal Wire Management - $100 Value - FREE! Alienware Extras: Exclusive AlienGUIse Theme Manager [1] Battlefield 2 [1] Sennheiser PC150 Multimedia Headset [1] Surge Protector - Opti-UPS SS1200 Automatic Voltage Regulator 6 outlets Surge Protector [1] Special Financing Offer; No Interest for 12 Months! - Valid only with the Alienware Credit Card SubTotal: $5,200.88 Shipping: $171.85 Discount: $0.00 Tax: $0.00 Order Total: $5,372.73

Sep 13, 2006, 11:38 PM // 23:38	#2
Horseman Of War Desert Nomad Join Date: Jun 2006 Guild: The Cult of Doom Profession: P/	well you definately wont have to worry about your computer running the game, ill tell you that much! Guild Wars is definately what I look for in a MMO 1. There is a level cap of 20. You can get max level somewhat easily. You can also make a PvP-Only character that will Start at lvl 20. Even when you reach level 20 with your PvE character, you will have PLENTY to do-> dont let the number game get you down (world of warcraft fans and the like will use this to say that guild wars is a joke- but their games have no point once you max out your character- in guild wars when you 'max out' the game just begins) 2. The world is not seamless. Towns is where everyone is, you assemble your party there, decide what skills you will use etc-> then you go and do your missions and quests without having to worry about some other random idiots camping around the best monsters and best loot. You can instantly travel at any time back to any town you have unlocked on your map. 3. Start with prophecies. Factions by itself will throw you off balance because its geared more toward getting you lvl 20 quicker, offering you technically LESS time to actually figure out what skills you like. Id say start with Nightfall if you want... but thats still a while away. 4. Join a guild as soon as you feel comfortable doing so... there are no shortages of people recruiting in the opening areas of the game. You dont have to STAY in the guild... but its good experience for learning the game, and they will probably answer any questions you have (you might go thru like half a dozen guilds or more before you find one that you like- some ppl NEVER join a guild.. but guilds are the way to go if you really want to experience the whole shabang) 5. You wont have to go do stupid things like have your character mine for iron or cut down trees for lumber-> its all about killing the bad guys and taking their loot. 6. Most information in the current two chapters can be found at gw.gamewikis.org and (personal opinion) this site is the best fan site to go to. 7. Any questions in specific you have? U play any other games like guild wars before? Nice computer btw EDIT-> keep in mind that there is no monthly fee, so you wont feel like you 'HAVE' to play it 10 hours a day to get your moneys worth. Last edited by Horseman Of War; Sep 13, 2006 at 11:41 PM // 23:41..

Sep 14, 2006, 02:03 AM // 02:03	#14
Riken Chrono Desert Nomad Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: around the corner and up the block Guild: Hero	guild wars is alot more organized than runescape IMO, i've seen my freinds play it a bit and it looks very disorganized. i'd get propheices too, it'll occupy you longer. banking system works like this, every city, you'll see a NPC called Xunlai Agent [Storage]. you can transfer items and money through that to other characters. trading system works like this, you press on a persons name then press the trade button, you can trade a maximum of 100k and 7 items for 7 stacks of mateirals, collector items, etc inventory works like this, you press I to go to your inventory and you have a maximum of 1 backpack (Customized to your character) it holds a maximum of 20 items, 1 bag which holds 5 items, and 2 bags which each hold 5 items unless you give it a rune of holding. rune of holding increases bag size from 5 items to 10 items. hope that clears up some of your questions Last edited by Riken Chrono; Sep 14, 2006 at 02:09 AM // 02:09..

Sep 14, 2006, 11:00 PM // 23:00	#15
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	oh ah thanks im thinking of becoming a monk as primary and ranger as secondary. because i like to range and i like how monks look im thinking of being monk as primary.

Sep 13, 2006, 11:41 PM // 23:41	#3
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	i have played runescape long time ago and i'v heard guild wars is nothing like it at all.

Sep 13, 2006, 11:46 PM // 23:46	#4
Horseman Of War Desert Nomad Join Date: Jun 2006 Guild: The Cult of Doom Profession: P/	ya i dont know much about runescape... hehe. Hmmm... you konw what? The GuildWars website says that next weekend will be a free preview weekend for ANYONE whether they are previous customers or not. That is going to be your best chance to try-before-you-buy... If your computer gets here by then you can check it out for free and see if you like it or not...

Sep 13, 2006, 11:54 PM // 23:54	#5
Lambentviper Banned Join Date: Nov 2005 Guild: Noobs Just Took Halls [WTF] Profession: Mo/E	i think those specs were more for show off reason than anything else XD but the best thing to do is to get it and play it. The adventure and natural "kid-like" approach is part of the exploration and overall fun of the game. In fact, i decided to make a pre-searing character (which you dont know about yet) just because of all the complications that you get involved with later and be overshadowing. Either way, its a great game....and you should teach yourself how to play.

Sep 13, 2006, 11:58 PM // 23:58	#6
Mister_Smiley Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Mar 2006	All i gotta say, i bought a Alienware computer around 3 years ago and let just say that is was the biggest waist of money i've ever had. First week i had it i started getting problems. Just giveing you a warning. But if you decide to go with it, good luck with that. As for Guildwars, its a very good game, go with prophecies and you will injoy it.

Sep 14, 2006, 12:07 AM // 00:07	#8
Horseman Of War Desert Nomad Join Date: Jun 2006 Guild: The Cult of Doom Profession: P/	he has the good warranty and support package- i doubt he will run into problems anytime soon, unless he tries to take it apart or something. and yes, i agree hes showing off I have just ONE 512mb card and it runs the game at 30 fps... Id really like to see how far that machine will push GWs limits

Sep 14, 2006, 12:11 AM // 00:11	#9
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	ok i admit it was was showing off but what can i say it took me like 4 years to save that money :P

Sep 14, 2006, 12:15 AM // 00:15	#10
The Real Roy Keane Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dublin, Ireland	I seriously can't see the point in spending that much money on a computer, unless you intend to go to space in it or something. And uh..in my opinion, I wouldn't bother with guild wars if you don't like PvP. That said, there's some (masochists) who play PvE alone.

Sep 14, 2006, 12:25 AM // 00:25	#11
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	im here to get advice on guild wars not on my computer anyway im guessing PvP is players vs. palyer. i cool with that. I like how guild wars is set up and th graphics.. can someone tell me about the banking system and inventory and trading system

Sep 14, 2006, 12:32 AM // 00:32	#12
Malice Black Site Legend Join Date: Oct 2005	Lol nearly as good a computer as mine anyways PvE content is ok for 6months then its just dull PvP content is ok but you need to learn fast and find a guild that will teach you the whole trading system needs a revamp and should be getting one soon.

Sep 14, 2006, 12:52 AM // 00:52	#13
bart Desert Nomad Join Date: Aug 2005	wow... ur com costs 6x more than mine O.O yeah get Prophecies.

Sep 15, 2006, 12:03 AM // 00:03	#16
Malice Black Site Legend Join Date: Oct 2005	Monk isn't the best starting char they require a certain amount of knowledge of how skills works and how ppl work. best starting chars are Ranger <~~most versatile char in the game Necro <~~can be heavy dmg or a support char Warrior <~~offers fair dmg and good armor most ppl choose monk as secondary skill as this gives you some healing skills (the henchmen ain't all that great) at the end of the day its your choice tho

Sep 15, 2006, 12:12 AM // 00:12	#17
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	i like assasin, ranger, elementalists, necro and monks what would be the best combination? and in runescape there are only 3 professions however they have weaknesses for exmaple Mage > Warriors > Ranger and rangers are better than mages so it evens out are there any weaknesses in guild wars to even out the professions?

Sep 15, 2006, 12:25 AM // 00:25	#18
Malice Black Site Legend Join Date: Oct 2005	You can only play assassin if you buy Factions. Every proffesion has it strong and weak points..dont worry Anet strive to make guildwars extremely balanced. best char combo is hard to say because its down to your playing style if you wish to play "mage" then i say go necro if you wish to chop things then go warrior..ranged attacks then ranger.

Sep 15, 2006, 12:49 AM // 00:49	#19
Aman Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ... Guild: Warriors of Narsil Profession: R/Mo	can you list some of the weaknesses?

Sep 15, 2006, 12:59 AM // 00:59	#20
Malice Black Site Legend Join Date: Oct 2005	Casters/Rangers - Weak armor is the most noticeable Warriors - Average dmg output That's the main two BUT both can be rectified by certain skills ect