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Fear The Destroyer · Jan 12, 2006, 10:26 AM // 10:26

Those screenshots look great from the GameSpy interview.

Vermilion Okeanos · Jan 12, 2006, 10:34 AM // 10:34

sounds like that if people in the future didnt buy chap 2 and only got chap 3, they wont be able to fuse chap 2 classes with chap 3 classes.

One thing do worry me though... eventually we get so many classes, tomb and the like going to go GLF **/**... the chance of you finding that PUG going to be quite slim.

Good thing they did the alliance faction thing, shouldnt have trouble when there are like 50 guilds in the same alliance.
"GLF **/**"
"ok come to tomb int d3."

One more thing... the guild hall with green rooft etc... the surface of the wall arent very asian ^^;

Sjekster · Jan 12, 2006, 10:40 AM // 10:40

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Originally Posted by Vermilion Okeanos

sounds like that if people in the future didnt buy chap 2 and only got chap 3, they wont be able to fuse chap 2 classes with chap 3 classes.

Serves them right!

neoteo · Jan 12, 2006, 11:10 AM // 11:10

i went to software dealer here in macau , and there it was , the taiwan version for sale !!!! i just hope that euro or american version of chap 2 will be there when it comes out ... boss wasnt there , next time if i see him ill tell him , one copy he can be sure he will sell ... if possible collectors.

King Kong · Jan 12, 2006, 11:17 AM // 11:17

Is chap2 just going to be nearly all PvP? I dont go any where near PvP, i find it boring as hell

Dont think ill buy it unless there is loads of PvE stuff...

aeronox · Jan 12, 2006, 11:20 AM // 11:20

i don't see how PvP is more boring than playing vs. simple, predictable, programmed enemies.

semantic · Jan 12, 2006, 11:21 AM // 11:21

Man, all this time I've been an Assassin in a Ranger's body.

King Kong · Jan 12, 2006, 11:23 AM // 11:23

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Originally Posted by aeronox

i don't see how PvP is more boring than playing vs. simple, predictable, programmed enemies.

Was just giving my opinion

Makkert · Jan 12, 2006, 11:51 AM // 11:51

Will one faction dominate?
- most likely.

Will the topguilds call the shots?
- doubtfull. its probably to much PvE for them to want to control long term, and they are with few against the masses of PvE guilds.

New FoW/ UW?
- yeah, it sounds like a Worlds at War at a different (non geographical) level.

Interesting?
- you bet ya!

Large 32 v 32?
- doubtfull...but else I don't see how alliances matter elsewise....Some a clue?

Jhawk · Jan 12, 2006, 01:30 PM // 13:30

when am i gonna be able ot preorder this?
Or is it gonna be the deal where im gonna have buy it online from GW.

Also ive heard some talk off them adding Dywanas Version of the UW/Fow in the expansion pack.

CKaz · Jan 12, 2006, 02:00 PM // 14:00

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Originally Posted by Malchior Devenholm

Unfortunately...Gaile has confirmed there will be no new slots for the event

omfg... guess I hijack the wife's account for this...

I really hope they get their heads outta you-know-where so they don't lose people who love the game but are sick and tired of these inane limits.

Jaythen Tyradel · Jan 12, 2006, 02:08 PM // 14:08

http://media.pc.gamespy.com/media/78...g_3313649.html

I am soooo going to play the ritualist...

AWESOME SCOOP!

CKaz · Jan 12, 2006, 02:08 PM // 14:08

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Originally Posted by Makkert

Will one faction dominate?
- most likely.

That's been my experience in every type of game that does this so we'll see how it plays out. Maybe I've been too absorbed with the new classes, but do we know the answer to the following?

Can each of our characters on an account be in a different faction?
Once chosing a faction can a character ever change?

I'm more interested in seeing the content and not being restricted to portions of the world for good or rarely seen - I've already played that game through other MMOs. Further then you have issues like overfarmed items from one faction being sold to the other as it creates an odd supply/demand across enemy lines. I hope they're careful with the implementation of it.

I imagine since I'd like to play with my wife/IRL friends we need to be on the same page for faction as well. Hmmm. Guess I better stop trying to figure out my new chars and builds and dig into more of this warring lands stuff...

CKaz · Jan 12, 2006, 02:09 PM // 14:09

So if we 'turn off hats' on our 'paper doll' does the bowl come off?

Goonter · Jan 12, 2006, 02:39 PM // 14:39

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Originally Posted by Shanaeri Rynale

Thanks for reproducing the article and finally getting a look at the Ritualist profession(1 male one female).

I may be having an Auburn moment and missing the obvious, but a few things leapt out at me. This is'nt a gripe/moan etc etc but an honest and open request for info.

It does read like guild alliances will be able to control sections of the game map, and obtain benefits from doing so.

Some clarification on how it will work would be hugely appreciated, as people(esp Guild Leaders) will want to plan now not wait til they get the shrinkwrap off

Now if it's the faction that holds a city/area that not too bad(two way favour?, every player in that faction will be able to gain the benefits.
One Question tho:

1. What happens if one faction dominates the world map in the same way as America did with favour for over four months. Will steps be taken to ensure this does not happen again?

2. Will players from different factions be able to meet up and play together in PvE, in parties or even as Guilds?

But if it's an alliance of guilds that holds an area then that opens a whole can of worms:

The first question I have on this is:

1. Will these areas be PvE also? I.e will there be a PvP version where control ebbs and flows but the PvE version is unaffected by what happens in the PvP version?

2. If I dont participate in the PvP version do I get the same benefits in PvE as tho I held a region with my Guild?

Now if this PvP version affects what PvE people see and do then the following would be very useful to know.

1. Whats to stop an uber alliance of Guilds Camping the most profitable areas(imagine the top 4 guilds in EU, Korea and America teaming up) . Or will cities/areas offer the same stuff thus making who controls it a moot point apart from bragging rights.

2. What about the little guy? People in small, PvE or with no guild at all are they going to be screwed? (e.g can't access Guild Alliance areas ever, having to pay full price all the time etc)

3. How does this gameplay meet the statement that "you wont need to touch PvP with a bargepole" Surely if you want the cheapest stuff, from the best areas you will need to ally with a guild that holds them which means PvP

I can see lots of internal struggles within Guilds over this. So it would really help if we could get some clarification

Thanks

Shan

P.S reproduced from a post on another site

These are good questions.
The regional issues with favor, the elitist issues with rank and the trails of casual gamers finding other players to complement there playing style for hours before giving up are some of the still standing issues that plague the game.
As excited as I am with all the new stuff, I hope they address this current stuff as well. And I hope they don’t create a system in where on limits imposed on the players through factions doesn’t create division amongst the players in a permanent fashion.

Talin Verderben · Jan 12, 2006, 02:45 PM // 14:45

NOOOO!!

Damn work Firewall!! Now I have to wait over 6 hours to see the pics!

CURSE YOU FIREWALL!

The Acolyte · Jan 12, 2006, 02:55 PM // 14:55

Interesting...the Ritualist sounds like a MM specialist. I wonder if this will reduce the value of the current MM role? It WOULD be nice to jump in a PUG for SF farming without a 95% chance there is going to be two necros...

I'm definitely stoked for the new release; and to think they will be bringing out 2 new character per expansion in the future! That's really going to make things crazy in GvG and Tombs. I wonder if they'll expand from 8v8 to 16v16 (or 32v32!!)

I think I'll add that as a thread in sardelac's forum...

The Acolyte

boxterduke · Jan 12, 2006, 03:10 PM // 15:10

Holly holly

I want factions now.

Cronos Khan · Jan 12, 2006, 03:16 PM // 15:16

*looks at pictures*

hmmmm..

*faints*

Damn those teasers! Must invade Anet right now!

Loviatar · Jan 12, 2006, 03:46 PM // 15:46

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Originally Posted by Racthoh

I'm worried about the alliances and the two factions. Maybe I'm just reading it wrong but it sounds like your guild has to choose a side, and that I could see causing potential problems.

HERE TIS AND I WAS RIGHT......3 FACTIONS (you dont have to pvp/join in)

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Cantha is a land forever divided between three nations -- two of which, (the titular factions) -- have sworn eternal enmity toward one another