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Sir Spite · Aug 07, 2006, 02:17 AM // 02:17

i started playing this game about a year ago but a few months ago i stopped and am now starting up again i decided to start fresh with a new character i have beaten the game several times.. i hear about this new factions game and about the new classes why are the new classes aloud in prophecies??? can they just be in the towns or what??? and the new weapons and armor.. i am just wondering since i have been away for a while.. thanks guys

Relambrien · Aug 07, 2006, 02:30 AM // 02:30

Prophecies characters can travel to the Factions continent (Cantha) and vice versa via a boat in Lion's Arch and Kaineng Center. These can then access all of the conent from the other continent. However, Assassins and Ritualists (the Factions characters) cannot be created in Tyria.

You will need to have purchased Guild Wars: Factions to use these two classes and to travel to Cantha. Otherwise you're stuck in Tyria.

Canthan armor crafters have new armor designs for Tyrian classes as well, so you may wish to check those out if you get there.

There are various new weapon and shield skins, most notably Celestial and Zodiac. These are rare and highly-sought after and so they're worth a lot. There are a plethora of new green items as well.

Sir Spite · Aug 07, 2006, 02:36 AM // 02:36

but wont some players have an overall advantage if they are playing the new classes in prophecies it just seems dumb to do that ..... if the weapons and the armors are the same value and power thats not to big of a deal but y would they let the new classes into the old game..... dunno

Relambrien · Aug 07, 2006, 02:41 AM // 02:41

There's really no advantage to having a new class in the old game because most people have already finished it anyway. However, if someone bought Prophecies and Factions at the same time, then they would have a bit of an advantage in choice but since it's PvE, you're not aiming to be better than other players anyway. You're aiming to team up with them to beat a mission. Therefore any advantage is a welcome one.

Sir Spite · Aug 07, 2006, 02:48 AM // 02:48

i understand that, can u bring the new swords etc to tyria and use them there? and 1 more q

these "mini pets" people try to sell can only rangers have them

thanks for help dude

and also under peoples names it says odd stuff is that like a new HoH type thing for factions?

Caethas Turan · Aug 07, 2006, 03:11 AM // 03:11

Mini pets - anyone can have these. they're presents from Anet to those who've held a character in the game for a year. So it's an anniversary pet.

Titles are an added thing now for all characters whether they are in Tyria or Cantha.

Relambrien · Aug 07, 2006, 03:32 AM // 03:32

As stated before, minipets are a reward given by Anet to characters on their 1-year birthday.

Also, stats on ALL weapons, shields, and other equippable items are EXACTLY THE SAME in Factions and Prophecies, the only difference being the skins. Therefore, all items are usable on both continents, unless there's an item for a specific purpose I'm forgetting. In other words, Factions items aren't better stat-wise, just appearance-wise. :P

And the weird stuff under people's names are Titles which were introduced for all people when Factions was released. It's a way of letting people know of your accomplishments. You get titles for exploring at least 60.0% of a continent's map, as well as for getting certain Fame in Heroes' Ascent. There are also titles for win streaks in RA and TA, and for opening chests and identifying gold items. GuildWiki has a comprehensive title guide if I'm not mistaken.

Aug 07, 2006, 02:17 AM // 02:17	#1
Sir Spite Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Aug 2006 Guild: Kronicsoulz[KS] Profession: Mo/W	Random Question i started playing this game about a year ago but a few months ago i stopped and am now starting up again i decided to start fresh with a new character i have beaten the game several times.. i hear about this new factions game and about the new classes why are the new classes aloud in prophecies??? can they just be in the towns or what??? and the new weapons and armor.. i am just wondering since i have been away for a while.. thanks guys

Aug 07, 2006, 02:48 AM // 02:48	#5
Sir Spite Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Aug 2006 Guild: Kronicsoulz[KS] Profession: Mo/W	i understand that, can u bring the new swords etc to tyria and use them there? and 1 more q these "mini pets" people try to sell can only rangers have them thanks for help dude and also under peoples names it says odd stuff is that like a new HoH type thing for factions? Last edited by Sir Spite; Aug 07, 2006 at 02:51 AM // 02:51..

Aug 07, 2006, 02:30 AM // 02:30	#2
Relambrien Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Delaware, USA Guild: Error Seven Operators [Call] Profession: W/	Prophecies characters can travel to the Factions continent (Cantha) and vice versa via a boat in Lion's Arch and Kaineng Center. These can then access all of the conent from the other continent. However, Assassins and Ritualists (the Factions characters) cannot be created in Tyria. You will need to have purchased Guild Wars: Factions to use these two classes and to travel to Cantha. Otherwise you're stuck in Tyria. Canthan armor crafters have new armor designs for Tyrian classes as well, so you may wish to check those out if you get there. There are various new weapon and shield skins, most notably Celestial and Zodiac. These are rare and highly-sought after and so they're worth a lot. There are a plethora of new green items as well.

Aug 07, 2006, 02:36 AM // 02:36	#3
Sir Spite Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Aug 2006 Guild: Kronicsoulz[KS] Profession: Mo/W	but wont some players have an overall advantage if they are playing the new classes in prophecies it just seems dumb to do that ..... if the weapons and the armors are the same value and power thats not to big of a deal but y would they let the new classes into the old game..... dunno

Aug 07, 2006, 02:41 AM // 02:41	#4
Relambrien Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Delaware, USA Guild: Error Seven Operators [Call] Profession: W/	There's really no advantage to having a new class in the old game because most people have already finished it anyway. However, if someone bought Prophecies and Factions at the same time, then they would have a bit of an advantage in choice but since it's PvE, you're not aiming to be better than other players anyway. You're aiming to team up with them to beat a mission. Therefore any advantage is a welcome one.

Aug 07, 2006, 03:11 AM // 03:11	#6
Caethas Turan Academy Page Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Guild: Reapers of Oblivion [Ruin]	Mini pets - anyone can have these. they're presents from Anet to those who've held a character in the game for a year. So it's an anniversary pet. Titles are an added thing now for all characters whether they are in Tyria or Cantha.

Aug 07, 2006, 03:32 AM // 03:32	#7
Relambrien Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Delaware, USA Guild: Error Seven Operators [Call] Profession: W/	As stated before, minipets are a reward given by Anet to characters on their 1-year birthday. Also, stats on ALL weapons, shields, and other equippable items are EXACTLY THE SAME in Factions and Prophecies, the only difference being the skins. Therefore, all items are usable on both continents, unless there's an item for a specific purpose I'm forgetting. In other words, Factions items aren't better stat-wise, just appearance-wise. :P And the weird stuff under people's names are Titles which were introduced for all people when Factions was released. It's a way of letting people know of your accomplishments. You get titles for exploring at least 60.0% of a continent's map, as well as for getting certain Fame in Heroes' Ascent. There are also titles for win streaks in RA and TA, and for opening chests and identifying gold items. GuildWiki has a comprehensive title guide if I'm not mistaken.