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i50 Update!
First off, once again thanks to @everyone who has helped test the server so far. We appreciate everyone's efforts and continue do our best to incorporate the feedback you've given us so far.
Here's where we currently stand:
- ~~PvP balance changes~~. [DONE]
- **Endgame RvR mechanics, Sieging and Relics.** [In progress - High prio!]
- Realm Standing System [In progress]
- Endgame PvE content and polish [In progress]
- Epic Quests [ Low prio]
The real work begins
From a design perspective, RvR systems, sieging and Relics are basically in an untouched state at the moment. We are aware that this is perhaps the most important design system in the game. Without a fun and engaging RvR endgame loop, a DAoC server can not survive.
**Thus, this is currently our highest and most urgent priority for the coming weeks**.
A lot of words have been spoken on the topic of Old Frontiers and its supposed ability to provide the depth and dynamics that the server needs. This is a challenge that we have been preparing for since day one and are excited to finally tackle it with full force.
When will the server shut down for launch?
For now, there is no hard date set when we will take it down, but it will remain open at the very least until October.
When we have an exact date in mind to take the server down, we will announce this ahead of time.
Forum & Discord
We appreciate how passionate some players have been in our general channel on Discord, but this phase has shown that for the health of our team, less Discord is better. We also believe that going forward, allowing direct, public player to player communication between realms is not good for the overall community atmosphere.
We do not believe Forums are perfect, but we do believe that in the long run, they are the healthier choice for everyone involved, and Blackthorn on the whole.
In the meantime, we'll continue working hard at finally getting this show on the road.
First off, once again thanks to @everyone who has helped test the server so far. We appreciate everyone's efforts and continue do our best to incorporate the feedback you've given us so far.
Here's where we currently stand:
- ~~PvP balance changes~~. [DONE]
- **Endgame RvR mechanics, Sieging and Relics.** [In progress - High prio!]
- Realm Standing System [In progress]
- Endgame PvE content and polish [In progress]
- Epic Quests [ Low prio]
The real work begins
From a design perspective, RvR systems, sieging and Relics are basically in an untouched state at the moment. We are aware that this is perhaps the most important design system in the game. Without a fun and engaging RvR endgame loop, a DAoC server can not survive.
**Thus, this is currently our highest and most urgent priority for the coming weeks**.
A lot of words have been spoken on the topic of Old Frontiers and its supposed ability to provide the depth and dynamics that the server needs. This is a challenge that we have been preparing for since day one and are excited to finally tackle it with full force.
When will the server shut down for launch?
For now, there is no hard date set when we will take it down, but it will remain open at the very least until October.
When we have an exact date in mind to take the server down, we will announce this ahead of time.
Forum & Discord
We appreciate how passionate some players have been in our general channel on Discord, but this phase has shown that for the health of our team, less Discord is better. We also believe that going forward, allowing direct, public player to player communication between realms is not good for the overall community atmosphere.
We do not believe Forums are perfect, but we do believe that in the long run, they are the healthier choice for everyone involved, and Blackthorn on the whole.
In the meantime, we'll continue working hard at finally getting this show on the road.