March 2011

Pub 70 World Wide Release – 04/01
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 2:36 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com Pub 70 World Wide Release – 04/01 Kai Schober 31 Mar 2011 15:23:39 EST Greetings, Pub 70 will go live on all shards during the next maintenance. European shards will be the first shard to receive this publish at 12am EDT. You can find the complete publish notes as well as the notes for the Classic Client 7.0.13 and the Enhanced Client 4.0.13 below. Publish 70.0.0 Magincia Plot Lotto There are 22 lots each in both Trammel and Felucca. The island is divided up by North and South end. The North end is the area towards the beach area and these plots are 10K a ticket and you are allowed to buy as many tickets as you like. The South end is towards the bank and these are 2K a ticket and you may only purchase one ticket per account. Magincia Planting System Players are able to plant seeds in grassy areas around Magincia by using a hoe. The players will have to maintain the upkeep of the seeds to keep them healthy. Only the owner of the seed can take care of the plant . The plant will be tagged with the owners name and the date he/she planted it. Players will be able to dig up the plants after they have matured and they will continue to keep the player’s name, the date planted and the date harvested. Starting Locations Players can now pick what part of the world you would like for your character to begin. You will have the option to start in New Haven if you wish. Young players can start where ever they like but the default will still be New Haven. Abyss Quest and Monsters Added a new quest in the Abyss, this quest will start with Xeninfor the Security Advisor and he can be found in the Royal Palace. We have also added a few new mobs to challenge your fighting talents. Bug Fixes Veteran Reward Statues such as the Efreet, Harrower, Therathan Matriarch and the Fire Ant can now be turned off and on. The issue with fish that are fished up by a non High Seas entitled account not having resources was fixed. You can now fish up the new fish in Shame level 4 with the correct entitlement. The issue with the Gargoyle flight no draw tiles in the atlas was fixed. You should now be able to obtain the Magic Key for the Puzzle Room. Scalis should leave the correct art for the corpse and the correct hues. Players having a false reading of having a ship placed should be fixed. Ship runes should now function correctly when recalling from the Abyss. The MTX ship dyes are no longer account bound. The imbuing gump materials list now displays the correct resources. Enhanced Client Cliloc updates Art updates Classic Client Moving Mobiles should now show the damage take over head in the classic client Players will again be able to see equipped Jin-Baori on both the paperdoll as well as the avatar. Art Updates
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April's Player Run Events
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 2:31 PM EDT by Watchertoo (LegendsAOL)
This will be a mothly article, and it will list all the player run events on the Legends shard scheduled this month. It will be updated constantly so check back here often if you are interested in attending player run events. April's Player Run Events: (April 1st - 3rd) Date: Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 (4/2/11) Event: Pirate Hunt Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: DreadPirate Drac DreadPirate Drac will be trolling the waters in fel looking for gracious donations of gold and items. Donations will all be made at knife point and your ships will be sunk, you however are free to go, unless you put up a fight... Date: Sunday, April 3rd, 2011 (4/3/11) Event: I spy Location: Forums Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 859pm EST I will post a collage on the forums with an accompanying list. Be the first person to find all the items and circle them in Yellow and repost the picture and you are the winner! (April 4th - 10th) Date: Saturday, April 9th, 2011 (4/9/11) Event: Find Fluffy Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 859pm EST I will post a picture of myself someone in FEL, be the first to find and kill me and you win all the uninsured items on my body. Date: Sunday, April 10th, 2011 (4/10/11) Event: Treasure Hunt Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come to Luna Bank at 9pm EST and you will recieve a book, as in the past some clues may be in code, riddle, or crazy format... Be the first to solve all the puzzles and bring me back each item and you are the winner. (April 11th - 17th) Date: Saturday, April 16th, 2011 (4/16/11) Event: Paintball Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come naked and with nothing in your pack, you will be given a bag of 50 explosion potions and seperated into two teams, red and blue. Last man standing's team wins. Advantages that you may want to take note of are: Alchemy and Resist Spells. Overall this is just for fun. Date: Sunday, April 16th, 2011 (4/17/11) Event: 3v3 Bagball Melee Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Each team will meet in the arena, and try and bring an extremely heavy bagball from their side to the other team's goal. Teams may attack opposite team members, first team to 5 points wins. (April 18th - 24th) Date: Saturday, April 23rd, 2011 (4/23/11) Event: Snake Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras For those interested, meet at Luna bank at the appropriate time, gates will be provided. Once everyone is at the arena you will all be handed a bag containing 25 crates. Two people at a time will then try and box each other in, the winner being the one with the most "leg room". Date: Sunday, April 24th, 2011 (4/24/11) Event: Fred v Bob War Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Make a new character named Fred or Bob, you will be guilded into a warring guild, you may not equip anything except what your character starts with, the first team to kill "King Fred" or "King Bob" wins, everyone from that team gets prizes. (April 25th - 30th) Date: Saturday, April 29th, 2011 (4/29/11) Event: Original Riddle Contest Location: Forums Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 9pm EST I will make a post for all Original Riddle entries, from then on whoever's riddle goes the longest without being solved is the winner. Game will end by 12pm, if we have more than one riddle still surviving by then, We will have a riddle solving showdown between the remaining contestants to determine the winner. Date: Sunday, April 30th, 2011 (4/30/11) Event: Naked Dungeon RUN! Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come to Luna Bank, naked and with nothing in your packs (chiv books have to stay home too) You will be gated to the entryway of a dungeon, when everyone has gathered there fireworks will be shot off and that is your signal to GO! The first person to the bottom of the dungeon is the winner.
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April's Player Run Events
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 8:44 AM EDT by Rabid Chipmunk (LegendsAOL)
This will be a mothly article, and it will list all the player run events on the Legends shard scheduled this month. It will be updated constantly so check back here often if you are interested in attending player run events. April's Player Run Events: (April 1st - 3rd) Date: Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 (4/2/11) Event: Pirate Hunt Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: DreadPirate Drac DreadPirate Drac will be trolling the waters in fel looking for gracious donations of gold and items. Donations will all be made at knife point and your ships will be sunk, you however are free to go, unless you put up a fight... Date: Sunday, April 3rd, 2011 (4/3/11) Event: I spy Location: Forums Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 859pm EST I will post a collage on the forums with an accompanying list. Be the first person to find all the items and circle them in Yellow and repost the picture and you are the winner! (April 4th - 10th) Date: Saturday, April 9th, 2011 (4/9/11) Event: Find Fluffy Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 859pm EST I will post a picture of myself someone in FEL, be the first to find and kill me and you win all the uninsured items on my body. Date: Sunday, April 10th, 2011 (4/10/11) Event: Treasure Hunt Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come to Luna Bank at 9pm EST and you will recieve a book, as in the past some clues may be in code, riddle, or crazy format... Be the first to solve all the puzzles and bring me back each item and you are the winner. (April 11th - 17th) Date: Saturday, April 16th, 2011 (4/16/11) Event: Paintball Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come naked and with nothing in your pack, you will be given a bag of 50 explosion potions and seperated into two teams, red and blue. Last man standing's team wins. Advantages that you may want to take note of are: Alchemy and Resist Spells. Overall this is just for fun. Date: Sunday, April 16th, 2011 (4/17/11) Event: 3v3 Bagball Melee Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Each team will meet in the arena, and try and bring an extremely heavy bagball from their side to the other team's goal. Teams may attack opposite team members, first team to 5 points wins. (April 18th - 24th) Date: Saturday, April 23rd, 2011 (4/23/11) Event: Snake Location: Arena Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras For those interested, meet at Luna bank at the appropriate time, gates will be provided. Once everyone is at the arena you will all be handed a bag containing 25 crates. Two people at a time will then try and box each other in, the winner being the one with the most "leg room". Date: Sunday, April 24th, 2011 (4/24/11) Event: Fred v Bob War Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Make a new character named Fred or Bob, you will be guilded into a warring guild, you may not equip anything except what your character starts with, the first team to kill "King Fred" or "King Bob" wins, everyone from that team gets prizes. (April 25th - 30th) Date: Saturday, April 29th, 2011 (4/29/11) Event: Original Riddle Contest Location: Forums Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras At 9pm EST I will make a post for all Original Riddle entries, from then on whoever's riddle goes the longest without being solved is the winner. Game will end by 12pm, if we have more than one riddle still surviving by then, We will have a riddle solving showdown between the remaining contestants to determine the winner. Date: Sunday, April 30th, 2011 (4/30/11) Event: Naked Dungeon RUN! Location: ? Time: 9:00pm EST Host: Mentiras Come to Luna Bank, naked and with nothing in your packs (chiv books have to stay home too) You will be gated to the entryway of a dungeon, when everyone has gathered there fireworks will be shot off and that is your signal to GO! The first person to the bottom of the dungeon is the winner.
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Fishing Hall of Fame Tournament Results!
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 7:55 AM EDT by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)
Fishing Hall of Fame Tournament Results! Oceans, Lakes and Rivers, All Facets Thursday, March 31, 2011 *Bishop [EV] Winner of Extra character slot and Storage Increase Combo for First place Iron Mack [EV]* Winner of 10,000,000gold for Second place Adriana [SHE] winner of the Captains Wheel for the lowest weight Thank you to everyone who supported and participated in the Tournament Look for the next Tournament Announcement to be released very soon! "We got a whole bunch of boats. Twelve Jenny's"
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In the Shadow of Virtue: Epilogue
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 12:47 AM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
In the Shadow of Virtue: Epilogue WarderDragon It is over. Together the Legions of Britannia and their Ilshenarian Counterparts drove the Lord of Pride through the portal from whence he came. To a place Sorcerers call the Void ...to a place peasants and the old religions call Hell. But Darkness is not so easily banished. Victory not so easily claimed. For even now, wretched cannibals and vile demoniacs roam unmolested through Britannian Streets. Nobles and Warmongers clamour to establish power in the vaccum of our crumbling Kingdom. And let us not forget the hundreds of Bane Cultists who had no trouble communing with their Demonic Master before his banishment and shall have no bar to doing so now. But for now, Sons and Daughters of Virtue, revel in this brief respite. Drink and Honor the Victorious Dead. For the shadow shall rise again. New demons who crave human blood and feast upon their sorrows. Ours is a nation birthed in Violence. And in the grim darkness of our future there can be only war.
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[RP News] When True Night Falls: Massacre in Britain. The Full Report.
Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011, 12:44 AM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
Girl Scout Charity Fundraiser overrun by Crazed Townsfolk Author Unknown What should have been a peaceful evening in Britain for Baja’s most beloved group of young Girl Scouts, turned out to be a nightmare beyond all foreseeable comprehension. Baja’s Girl Scout Troop #1 spent the better part of Friday baking cookies for their Charity Fundraiser intended to help aid the victims and hostages recently freed from the clutches of Virtuebane’s massive army. The girls, having been taught to “Help others in times of great need”, setup multiple tables and cookie booths outside the First Bank of Britain on Friday evening and began soliciting passer-bys for donations and cookie sales. With word having spread quickly throughout the realm of the Charity Fundraiser, citizens throughout the far reaches of the lands funneled into Britain in droves while the little girls offered up their sales pitches. Girl Scouts Tina, Marqi, and Andi began hawking cookies with gusto and enthusiasm, drawing in potential customers while Girl Scouts Edith, Neta, and Leona handled the business transactions , exchanging delicious pans of cookies for gold and accepting donations of clothing or supplies for the rescued hostages. All seemed peaceful and cheery, until a growing noise could be heard coming from the South and a large disheveled group of madmen and madwomen suddenly appeared shambling along the cobblestone road heading North towards the First Bank of Britain, the Girl Scouts, and the numerous people gathering there. A sudden uneasiness settled about those gathered at the bank as they cautiously eyed the group of oncoming townsfolk that hinted of a sense of dementia or lunacy about them and a feral expression cast upon their faces. Town guard recruit, Trystan Dunn, walked outside of the guard tower to investigate and was nearly overrun by the mob-like mindset of these deranged townsfolk before he even completed his order, “You there! Stop n---“. The Girl Scouts began screaming, overcome with fear and uncertainty, unsure what was happening when suddenly ranking guardswoman Liethia swept into action shouting orders with sharp intensity, “Guardsman Hawkeye, guardsman Adam, take up a defensive stance in front of the Scouts and the citizens, now! Hurry!” It was almost too late as the horde of deranged townsfolk seemed undeterred at the impressive display of armed Guards settling into their favorite Wedge Formation defensive tactic. The crazed townsfolk were moaning, groaning, hissing, wailing, shrieking, and their approach made the knees of several Girl Scouts chatter and quake. Most were frozen with fear and horror at the spectacle. For a brief moment, it seemed like the impending nightmare could be averted as the crazed and deranged newcomers seemed as if they wouldn’t attack, but that brief moment of respite soon faded into darkness as one of the feral newcomers tried to take a bite out of Duke Hast Mich’s arm. The Duke pulled back his arm swiftly and immediately konked the maddened offender over his head with a thunderous right punch. The crazed person dropped to the ground, dazed only momentarily before getting back on his feet and launching himself at Duke Hast Mich once again, wailing in fury and with teeth gnashing. Chaos ensued and all hope of maintaining order was soon lost. The deafening sounds of battle filled the night air as several Girl Scouts began sobbing and crying out for their mothers in vain. Some attempted to fight the off the attacks of the crazed townspeople but were quickly overwhelmed. Tables lined row after row with freshly baked cookies were sent flying as combatants collided into them, causing Girl Scout Edith to cry out, “Noooo, not the cookies! We worked so hard to bake them!”. Citizens Vancor and Skallagrim lept into the fray as well, wrestling with anyone who threatened or approached the little girls. Initially it seemed a planned attack, but upon closer scrutiny, several citizens reported that not all of the deranged townsfolk were attacking. Several of them seemed in a complete daze at times, staring off into nothingness as if not even aware of their immediate surroundings, while another crazed madwoman was witnessed doing nothing but repeatedly banging her forehead against the metal door of the bank as if trying to break it down by sheer blunt force. After considerable time, with the combined forces of the Town Guards and assisting citizens, the amassed crazed townsfolk were driven back, scared off, and in some unfortunate cases, killed. As things were starting to return to normal, Girl Scout Andi shrieked when she noticed a madwoman near the Cat’s Lair tavern kneeling in front of a presumably body and watched as the women bit into the fleshy arm of the corpse. The horrified Girl Scout immediately covered her eyes and turned away, running into the comforting arms of Sister Francis who helped calm the distraught girl. While rumors have been quietly spreading in Britain for the last two weeks of crazed and maddened townsfolk, this is the first eye-witness and detailed report of those previously unsubstantiated events and rumors. Is this the end of the crazed and frenzied townsfolk… Or is this merely the beginning?
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[EM Fiction] Loose Ends...
Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 3:53 PM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
Quote: Nathan Hawke sat in the small room waiting. He had placed the box containing the crystal on the table and was staring at it. Somehow this thing had blown up the Dark Portal and the Altar west of where Magincia had once stood. Nathan shook his head, he was way out of his depth. There was also the small matter of the person who had caused the Plague in Yew. Nathan had read the reports and realised that there was some good work being done in the Kingdom... The Kingdom. Now there was another loose end to tie up. At this precise moment there was a knock at the door and Nathan barked "Come in". A smile crossed Nathan's face as the stranger stepped into the room. "Did you miss me eh?" the stranger said. "Always" Nathan answered. There was a hurried and hushed conversation and the box was passed into the hands of the stranger who quickly tucked it away. "I will be on my way then Nathan. I will let you know when the job has been done. Magincia must be cleansed" the stranger said as he shuffled out of the room. The stranger placed the box at the correct location and made a few silent chants, his lips barely moving as the box seemed to melt into the ground slowly. And the cleansing began. And then out of the ground a Black Arcane Circle began to appear. The stranger smiled. His work was now done and he returned to Nathan. "It is done Nathan. Now take a rest you look tired" the stranger said with a look of bemusement on his face. Nathan smiled back and said "Thank you old friend. Are you back for good?" "I am back for... who knows how long?" And with a puff of smoke he disappeared. Nathan slumped in his seat and went into a deep sleep... Source: http://europa.uoem.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=142:loose-ends&catid=8:default&Itemid=7
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[EM Event] Daniel Presents Sleuthing Thursdays

Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 2:10 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Daniel and his sleuthing sessions are back by popular demand. Think your a wiz at the game Clue? or can solve the Rubik's Cube in a matters of minutes? The try your hand at this great event Thursday evening.

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Daniel hopes to see all his students and any new people who wish to come to the training Thursday May 31.

He meets in the Serpents Hold Guard Hall (Counselor Hall).
5 PT 6 MT 7 CT 8 ET

This will be strictly an RP event this week.

Eira

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Producer's Update
Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 10:17 AM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com Maintenance: Oceania Relocates to Down Under - 03/30 Kai Schober 30 Mar 2011 12:25:59 EST Greetings, After the successful performance test, we will transition Oceania shard to a server space located in Australia today, Wednesday 03/30. This will require a server down. We will take down Oceania at 1:45 pm EDT. We expect the shard to be back online no later than 4:45 pm EDT. Thank you for your support.
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Test Oceania
Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 7:06 AM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com Test Oceania Rowland Cox 29 Mar 2011 20:52:19 EST Greetings! We’ve opened up a test shard named “Test Oceania” to test server performance on our new hardware located regionally in Australia. We invite you to join us in this test. The shard has a recent Oceania shard backup on it as well as test center rules. Any time played on this shard is only for testing purposes and will not affect your actual Oceania characters. Thank you for your time and we value your assistance.
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Tips for Planning a Roleplay Event
Posted on Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 6:27 PM EDT by Merci d'Rue (TavernsandTales)
Over the years I have attended and helped with many fun and interesting Role-play events. Role-play events vary greatly: funerals, Balls, Jousts, wide scale plots involving curses, Weddings, Battles, Political Debates, and the list goes on and on. The key here is creativity, let your imagination flow. Any event you can dream up, with the right help, can come to life for your guest. Each Role-play community is different, they have their own charms, and each community has its own unique character. This factor alone highly effects the kind of events that work best on your shard. So if you are considering running an event for your community or to introduce role-play to the UO public in general here are a few tips for getting this done. (Above: Baja Event, Festival of the Way) *Get Help* Often time’s people do not realize the amount of work that needs to be put into a role-play event or any event in general. A good coordinator makes the event look effortless. Turn to your friends, guild or community to help you pull it all together. So don’t try to go it alone! Keep your sanity. Also contact the EM for your shard and let them know about your event a lot of times they will be willing to help out a bit or just attend to see what is going on. (Above: Catskills event, Orc Wedding) *Time and Location* Pick a location with its surrounding area in mind. If you pick a location with spawn around it, that’s not an issue just remember to warn guests of that possible conflict. Also if the location is a bit hard to find, say in Ilshenar, mark the pathway with torches or some item that will lead guests to the desired location. As for time to pick, every shard is different. However from what I have seen Sundays are great days for events or, during the week at night. When choosing what time, optimal hours for events and role-play range between 8pm to 11pm on your shard. (Above: Chesapeake Event-Pax Anniversary) *Keep it simple.* Don’t go overboard with complicated games and activities. While it’s important to engage your guests and make them a part of things, keep it simple and limit activities to one or two throughout the whole night. Too many activities and too much complication can turn an event a bit too chaotic. Keep prizes simple, and possibly depending on the event, make up goodie bags to give out with something role-play significant inside it. I have seen everything from clothing made by gypsies to weapons engraved especially for the event. Also keep in mind you do not want to bore your guests with too much to do and to long of an event. (Above: Atlantic event-The Kings Joust) *Advertisement* Everyone knows a Photoshop wizard, do a flyer well in advance (a month to three weeks is usually good) letting people know when, where and what. Make the flyer interesting by placing it on a scroll background or adding pictures to it. Don’t be shy to speak with a stratics reporter for your shard, or even I to come and cover your event! (Above: Pacific Event-Picnic) *Expect the Unexpected* We don’t have a crystal ball, often times like the role-play we do, events have unexpected twists we didn’t foresee. Games that sounded good have a flaw we weren’t expecting, people nab a few benches ect. The best thing to do is just roll with it. Don’t stress be flexible, no event goes off without a hitch, do your best to fix the situation and move on! In conclusion, remember to theme your event and put the role-play at the forefront. I wish you all good luck and look forward to covering and visiting your events in the future!
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April Foolery'z Party (April 1st 2011)
Posted on Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 3:58 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

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Humble Pie and Virtuebane Die
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 11:48 PM EDT by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. .. Humble Pie and Virtuebane Die . This afternoon I was taking a stroll through the city streets when I heard a strange voice in the distance. The voice sounded like Ricardo but on mandrake root and ale. Following the voice it lead me just outside of British Castle. To my surprise Ricardo had set up a pie stand and was giving away free Humble Pies. Repeating myself over and over as to why he was giving away Humble Pies all I got was the ramblings of what seemed like a madman. I came to the conculsion he was drinking the vanilla as he was baking the pies or maybe even the cooking sherry. Taking a pie I thanked him and continued my stroll. I had no time for this silliness. The talk on the streets all day was the gathering in the great hall in British Castle that was to take place later that evening. With so much excitement in the air I made a point to attend this meeting as did a large percentage of the population. Commander Keel spoke to the crowd and voiced the importance of taking back the fine island of Magincia from Virtuebane and the crowd did just that but it was not that easy. Before setting out for battle Commander Keel made sure the group knew to collect the crystal shards that the Virtuebane held as they were an important key for success. * crowd arrives on Magincia * * Shard of the Crystal of Duplicity * Virtuebane, hounds from hell and Ethereal Avengers are what awaited us and the deaths were endless. So many in fact I have a mini Obituary Column. Below are a few of the brave. Big Daddy Goodblade Stink and friends Voo Doo Once enough shards were collected they were gathered and infused at the shrine that was located where once stood the city moongate. Danner then invoked a spell to pierce the curse of Virtuebane and all evil on the island.... and what a big bang that created. With the goal met and Magincia set free a gate opened up and all were transported to a secret location where a crystal statue was built. Clicking this statue gave a reward to all the brave in appreciation for all they had done to make our world a safer place. Remember Ricardo and his crazy pies ? Well he was not as crazy as I had thought. Those pies were filled with special fillings that helped rid Magincia of evil. Tossing one of those pies at Virtuebane was rather deadly. Next time you see or hear someone acting a little odd do not jump to conclusions. I learned my lesson!
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[RP News] When True Night Falls: The Massacre
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 5:46 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
When True Night Falls: The Massacre The Freeborn Press The Freeborn Press has confirmed reports of a massacre last night in the streets of Britain. A mob of malevolent thugs and frenzied sadists descended upon last nights fundraiser - armed with crude knives and blunt instruments - and began to hack at those participating in the outdoor gala. Guards describe them as having fought as though possessed. The men and women foamed at the mouth and descended upon the fallen with cannibalistic hunger. Weapons seemed to be of little use as the demoniacs continued to thrash about even after the loss of a limb. Several Scouts and more than one Guardsman was injured in the melee before the mob turned and fled ...dragging corpses with them into the night. It is unclear if there is a connection between the mob and the Bane Chosen. Or the murders that seem to have become more common in the Capitol. Citizens are warned to remain vigilant. Doors and Windows are to be barred during Full Night. Travellers are warned to remove their hoods when entering the township.
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[EM News] Event Moderator Meet and Greet
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 5:37 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
Event Moderator Meet and Greet EMCrysania A Meet and Greet is scheduled for Wednesday, March the 30th at 8:15 PM PST / 11:15 PM EST. There will be an important announcement made at that time. The Event will occur at the EM Hall in Britain.
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UO Myth Buster – “Player are able to transfer characters and items from Test Center.”
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 11:08 AM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: UO Myth Buster – “Player are able to transfer characters and items from Test Center.” Calvin Crowner 28 Mar 2011 13:28:06 EST Greetings, We would like to bust a recent myth about transfers from Test Center. There are two shard types that players may not transfer “from” or “to”: Siege and Test Centers. Character transfer is not enabled for these shard types, nor will it be implemented. So why are you seeing strange hues on some pets? During the recent updates and patches to the game, some content we made available for testing, made its way onto production shards. We identified the problem immediately and put in a fix during maintenance to prohibit more “illegal” hues to make their way into the game. In addition, all changes were reverted … but not before some content made its way onto live shards. Right now we have monitoring in place to identify what items and hues were available before the update, and which were made available to those who took the opportunity to exploit the changes. Know that for those who have taken the opportunity to exploit, those hues will also be reverted to their original state
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[News] Liberation!
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 9:37 AM EDT by Frarc (Drachenfels)
Liberation! Avery called us all to the counselors hall. It must been something very serious cause he asked us to come armed. A large crowd of people where waiting at the counselors hall when Avery arrived and told us to come with him to the castles throne room. It was time to take back what belong to the people of Sosaria. Maginica was overrun by blackrock golems for weeks and it was time to make a end to the invasion. But i doubt Virtuebane and his minions would give it up that easily. Virtuebane had more tricks up his sleeves. It seemed that he replicated himself with parts of the shard of duplicity. One Virtuebane was more then enough but now there seemed several more of him. We had to defeat these replica's and take back the shard fragments. But then Avery asked us something very strange. He asked if we already got a pie. I did notice someone at the bridge of the castle giving away pies. A humble pie? What had this pie to do with the fight against Virtuebane? But then i realize that Magincia was the city of Humility. We where ready! Fully armed to the teeth, with weapons,pets, spells and.... pie! Avery opened a gate to Magincia where all hell broke loose. We where surrounded by the replicas of Virtuebane and several Blackrock golems. This was a hard fight and several of our defenders fell in battle. Things turned even worse when several ethereal Avengers appeared. They ignored me but they charged the people who have bad karma to the use of Necromancy and other dark magic. Slowly we started to get a bit of a upper hand. Taking some replica's down. We would not give up even when they threat us to burn us. Things could not get worse..... well.... maybe it could! One of the Virtuebane moved different then the others. He was not talking like the others. This could be only one thing! This was the real Virtuebane! I went after him. I wanted to kill him personally! I saw how he killed Queen Dawn and i saw how he ruined her funeral! I had enough of this daemon! The Virtues will protect us all and i will fight for them in the name of Dawn! This old man will not retreat from this fight. I will fight with Valor. And i would Sacrifice myself if it would help to defeat this daemon. When i was fighting Virtuebane several people started to throw the humble pies at him. He got more angry because of it. It seemed that the pies hurted him more then the weapons we used and the spells we casted. I told everyone to keep throwing the pies at him! Virtuebane kept running around like a chicken. Soon enough all of his duplicates where killed and the shards taken from there corpses. All the blackrock golems where defeated. Now it was Virtuebane against us! Whatever we tried he did not seem to die! But he kept fleeing from the pies the people trow at him. Then he fled and claimed we won the battle but not the war. Victory! Magincia was liberated from the evil forces of Virtuebane. Well... whats left of Magincia. Avery came back and asked for the crystal shards. With them he could destroy the altar! And so it happened, with a huge explosion the altar was gone! Avery thanked everyone to fight side by side with him to free Magincia. Maybe now Magincia can be rebuild. Let it rise like a phoenix from his ash! Avery took us to a place to reward all the hero's that helped to free magincia. The gauntlets seems to be a part of a set. Maybe in the future we can get the other parts. And for Virtuebane....I think we will see him again. But i hope he knows that the people of Sosaria are not going to give up there freedom for him. My message to him... We will be ready! New Frarc, Drachenfels News reporter.
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Stratics Sonoma Hall and Dungeon
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 8:57 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Stratics presence on Sonoma has been growing at a rapid rate. The news has been constant and people are learning about others with our new series "The Profiles of Sonoma"...we will continue to deliver top quality news that you folks deserve. We wanted to give you some info as to where we are located on Sonoma. We may not always be there but leave us a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Stratics Sonoma Hall (Felucca): This keep is our headquarters on Sonoma and it is where I drink my mead and write my stories (If you can call them that). The team meets here once a month to discuss stories and possible victims for our profile's. The design of the keep was done by our very own designer extraordinaire Queen Mum and it is not currently open to the public. Tours of the hall are available upon request. Stratics Sonoma Dungeon (Trammel): Have you ever wondered where we put the reporters who have been bad? and we do have some naughty reporters on Sonoma...well here is your chance. The superb designer Lady Katrina of Sonoma has created an eerie masterpiece that is now open for the public to view.
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[EM Event] Saturday Nights Alright for Fighting Virtue Bane!
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 7:50 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Saturday evening for me usually means sitting back in front of my keep with my trusty goblet of mead and my favorite book “The Chronicles of Lum the Mad”. This reporter was off duty and even with the news of a meeting this eve at Castle Britannia, I was not going anywhere. I was going to sit right here till my rear was numb and so was my head from all the mead I planned on consuming....so I thought!!! There was a pounding on my keep door and a screechy little voice calling my name. I knew that this was the voice of trouble and I wanted to ignore it but as usual curiosity is my biggest flaw. The little voice belonged to Mongo the one armed Mongbat our errand boy for the reporting team. He informed me that Lady Sorelia was unable to attend the meeting at the castle and Trenton was also nowhere to be found…Great! I was now obligated to stay sober this evening and get to work. The one thing I usually tell my reporters is too never engage during battle and to observe and document. This was advice that I would not follow this evening as every able body was needed. I dusted off my armor and sword “sneeze” and decided to get a little closer than I am used to. The crowd of citizens at Castle Britannia were all dressed in their best gear as rumors of an impending battle awaited us. The meeting was called by Bob the Capitan of the Guard and if Bob called the meeting we all know that a lot of blood is going to be shed. The thought of engaging an enemy gave me butterflies in my stomach and my nerves were on edge. I had not been in battle on an assignment since we took up arms with Jade Hushenhoy against Minax seven years ago. Bob was right on time tonight so that means the news was of dire importance. He was very concerned as to why Ricardo a master thief would be giving away free pies at the main gate. There was more to the story and we were instructed to follow Bob to confront the generous thief whose recipe for Shepherd’s pie was exquisite. We arrived at Ricardo and he was truly insane “Hello Mr. Pink Gorilla. Would you like a pie?” he had gone off the deep end. Then out of nowhere a panting Daniel Ravens came running towards us apologizing for the news he was about to deliver. The foul beast Virtue Bane was spotted where Magincia used to stand and this was our chance to take vengeance for the loss of our queen….to arms!!!! We arrived at the location were the great city once stood and there was an eerie silence. We looked around and there was nothing to be seen which had us all unsettled. Then a smell so foul came forth and I knew that the time was here and I unsheathed my sword. The beasts spilled forth by the dozens and all our fear turned into screams of anger as we lunged forward to engage the scourge. The battle was going well as we had the help of the divine spirits and we began to repel the enemy when all of a sudden the beast himself arrived. Virtue Bane unleashed a fury of damage to the crowd around him and citizens began to fall by the dozens. I tried to run but my feet were slowed and then BAM I was OOOoOOooOOoo. The dead were all around me and we all ran trying to find someone to bring us back to the world of the living so we could fight again (Not too smart are we?). The friendly Lady Katrina saw I was in need of the breath of life stepped up to the plate and brought me back to the land of the living. I was mad! How dare him! I was going to pummel the punk virtue bane into the ground!! OOOoooOOooOooO thanks again Katrina. I have never seen so many Virtue Bane’s in one place they kept spawning all over the place. He must come from a very large family because he must have had 40 twin brothers….poor mother. I must have gone to the land of the dead over 20 times and the battle was making us weary. I was running all over trying to assist people who just didn’t have it in them to fight any longer….Get up and fight!!!! The troops were spent but with one last push we sent the foul beasts running. The beach was close and I could smell the fresh air of the sea and the breeze on my sweaty brow. Bob was standing on the edge of the bank and instructed all of us to destroy the altar. This was hopefully the end because my exhaustion was taking its toll on me and I could barely move my legs. We arrived at the altar to find Virtue Bane awaiting us and with the last bit of spirit we had…ATTACK!!! I have never seen the citizens of Sosaria fight with such determination and anger. This beast was going down for good!!! I could see it in Virtue Bane’s eyes that he was feeling fear and there was no way he was going to win this battle. He then fled into the gate and with one glorious attack we crushed the altar and it collapsed to the ground…the fight was over. Bob was very impressed with the valiant bravery of the guard and gifts were handed out to each of us for our efforts. Have we seen the last of Virtue Bane? I don’t know but this reporter is spent and it is time for some well-earned mead and a good book…now leave me alone Mongo!
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(Player Event) Fishing Competition!
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 6:36 AM EDT by Frarc (Drachenfels)
Knuckleheads present: We will be holding a fishing competition Event this coming weekend on: Saturday the 2nd of April (All day event) Objective: Catch the heaviest Rare Fish within a certain time pocket. Date/Time/Duration: Saturday 2nd of April 2011, All day Event. Shard: Drachenfels 1st Place Prize: One Million Gold Pieces (1.000.000gp) Xtra Prize: Most Caught Rare Fish: Five Hundred Thousand Gold Pieces (500.000gp) There will also be a prize for most caught rare fish. Event Rules & Guidelines We have set up a set of rules and guidelines that should eliminate any cheating. The fish can be any type of rare fish that holds the date and name of the fisherman who caught it. The fish must have the date listed on it it that is the 2nd of april 2011 the fish must have the name listed on it that is the name of the one at the post event on sunday the 3rd. Winner will be found in the Post Event in Front of West Britain Bank on: Sunday the 3rd of April 2011 From 19:30 CEST (Central European Standard Time) This mini event's only purpose is to find the winners of this competition. and should not last more than 30 minutes. We hope to see some participants for this event. Greetings The Knuckleheads
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Community Hunts - Week of March 28th
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 5:40 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Want to go hunting but don't have a big enough group? Are you looking for good guides to dungeons you've yet to explore? The community hunts are open to everyone! Come show your support for the Lake Superior community and take a walk on the wild side at the same time. Meet some new and old friends and have a bit of a challenge along the way. Slasher of Veils hunt (Stygian Abyss) Date: Tuesday, March 29th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Peerless Hunt Date: Wednesday, March 30th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Navrey Night-Eyes hunt (Stygian Abyss) Date: Thursday, March 31st Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Champ Spawn Hunt Date: Friday, April 1st Time: 9:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Hosts: Taeara Mi'aken And remember, these hunts are for everyone, regardless of their skill level or guild affiliation. Come meet new friends, see new places, gain experience and just have fun. Sabina Nikolai, High Marshall, Community Hunt Organizer The Order of the Silver Rose Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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305th Assembly of the High Council
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 5:38 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
*305th Assembly of the High Council* Date: Monday, March 28, 2011 Time: 10:00 PM EDT/9:00 PM CDT Note Location Change: Mage Tower, Trammel Facet (Northern Tip of Moonglow Island, Behind the mage shop) Meeting Agenda: - Updates regarding the investigation on current threats to the High Council. - The High Council will discuss the present political and military situation in the realm. - Other items to be announced at the meeting. High Council of Britannia Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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Community Meet Up - Tonight 7:30 pm CST
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 5:37 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Community Meet Up – March 28, 2011 Date: Every Monday Night Time: 7:30PM CST Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Meeting Agenda: We'll hear weekly announcements of upcoming events and hunts for Lake Superior from Sabina our events coordinator. The weekly community meetings, events, hunts, etc are always open to the public. No invitations needed! Everyone is always welcome to come ask questions, make plans, or make announcements. Bring a friend if you can make it, tell a friend if you can't!
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Imperium Herald 3-274-11
Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011, 12:26 AM EDT by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)

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[EM Event] HoC Highlights March 25th 2011
Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2011, 9:09 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
It had been a blustery day across the lands of Sosaria, and I had spent most of it trudging through the forest scouring for magic reagents. As the hour was drawing late and my satchel hung heavy over my shoulder I decided I best head for home. As I drew near the Britain moongate I could hear quite the commotion just to the north. As usual, my curiosity got the better of me. I cinched down my satchel and took hold of the hilt of my sword, just in case, and headed towards the ruckus. I was relieved to find a pleasant crowd had gathered at the House of Commons for a community meeting. Lucky for me I rarely venture out without my trusty quill and a little parchment, so I hurried myself in and took a seat. Our EMs, Sangria and Eira arrived and got the meeting underway. The first order of business was to take announcements from the community. Queen Mum was quick to remind everyone that April Foolery will be next Friday night. Now, I am not sure what this Foolery business is, but it sounded a little sneaky to me. note to self, be extra careful next Friday! The meeting continued with a brief discussion of throwing pies… now I am wondering just what kind of meeting this is going to be. With that it seemed that it was time to move forward with the next topic on the agenda. We paused for a moment and put out a call to our Felucca PvP guilds for some representation, for Mesanna had a proposition for them. Ally of THC was quick to respond. Mesanna’s proposal was related to the upcoming Arenas, and sounded almost like a PvP mentor program. It would consist of a more seasoned PvP player setting aside some time to share and teach some of the PvP tactics and secrets. The community seemed to have a mixed reaction, but I for one thought it sounded like a wonderful idea. After listening carefully to the suggestion Ally agreed that members of THC and WAKA would agree to participate. Although it seems there are still a few details to be worked out, it sounded like there would be some incentive for those who participated, perhaps in the form of death robes or maybe something more exciting. For those who would like to sign up, Sangria requested that you send them an email at [email protected]. Next was a discussion of Daniel and his sleuthing activities. It seems that his recent detective work was getting a little lonely. The consensus was that players would like to continue the sleuthing activities. Daniel meets each Thursday at 5pm pacific time (8pm eastern time) except those weeks when a HoC meeting takes place. Lastly there was a reminder about the Royal Guard summons for Saturday night at 6 Pacific Time. Sounds like more trouble with the Virtue Bane to me, so have your bows and blades ready. Until next time I bid the farewell and safe journey. Trenton
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[Report] Virtuebane Driven Out of Magincia (Saturday 26th)
Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2011, 8:46 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
Theres not a whole lot to say about last night, So I'll just post what Nathan and the Virtuebane said, The screenshots should explain enough what the 2 hours involved. :p Quote: Nathan Hawke: "Before we get started have you all got pies from Ricardo?" After a short break for people without pies to get them, Nathan continued. Quote: Nathan Hawke: "Alright then we begin. My information is somewhat sketchy, things are breaking down here in the kingdom. Spies have informed me that the Meer have begun their attack in Magincia to aid us. As you are aware there is mention of some crystals. Crystals which I will collect and place inside the box on the newly formed altar. I believe the idea is that this will blow up the dark portal and the altar, that place will be our battle command tonight." Nathan Hawke: "This bit I am about to tell you has surprised me also, It seems the scholars I could speak with have suggested we use Ricardo's Pies to teach Virtuebane Humility. We humiliate him. I will also be using a sword. A gate opened to Magincia and this will sum up the next 2 hours, The island was teeming with blackrock golems, ancient hellhounds and Virtuebanes. The Virtuebanes let off area attacks that would hurt most well suited soldiers, their direct attack would easily kill them.. A stange grey tagged Virtuebane was running about the island, this one was susceptible to pies! Once the island had been cleared the final Virtuebane was pushed towards the altar. Quote: Virtuebane: "I will have my revenge!! I WILL RETURN!! STEPS INTO THE GATE" With the Virtuebane through the gate Nathan ordered everyone to step back as he put the shards of duplicity into the box. With the altar blown up, Nathan gated everyone to a location where a gift giver was located.
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EM Event Roundup 3/16 - 3/24
Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2011, 8:21 AM EDT by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
Roundup Chesapeake EM Event Roundup March 16th - 24th 2011 - Royal Guard Mission To Magencia! The Royal Guard partook in a refugee rescue mission to liberate stranded residents still left in the frey as the battle for Magencia raged on. Citizens were able to help relocate man refugees to safety! - Sushi (DWxC) Wins Sons of the Sea Angling Tourney 3/16! Sailing from "The Sons Of The Sea" at the Trinsic Docks, anglers attempted to land the land the biggest fish of any species for thier shot at this months seafaring glory. Arriving late I was luckily paired with the nights champion Sushi of Dragon's Watch. Seemingly reeling them in one after another, She bested the field with numerous large weighing catches during the night. Special Thanks to Sushi for allowing me to crew on her ship for the night! - The Duplicity Of Man 3/18! Adventurers gathered to seek answers in th deaths of Tavalia Zadok and Commander Sheffield. Battles ensued as the crew eventually wound up gravside of a most suspicious burial plot in Ileshnar! Little is known of the bones that reside only time will tell if we can solve the mystery.
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Virtuebane Retreats!
Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2011, 6:56 AM EDT by DevilsOwn (LegendsAOL)
We gathered at Castle British at the appointed time and heard the words of Xavier Bradddock. In the past months our towns have been plagued by the invasion of sinister armies, striking and leaving quickly. Behind all this has been Virtuebane, and his intent was control of the lands of Sosaria. His means of control, other than the citizens' fear of his dark forces, was the Crystal of Duplicity with which he could create endless copies of his powerful form. However, strong as he was, there was a weakness he could not overcome, which was explained by Braddock: "Even tho the Ricardo you saw on the way here to the castle my seem mad and insane, he has a good plan even tho it may seem..... different. Legends have been told of how the Virtuebane have been defeated before. Simple peasants throwing rubbish, garbage, even dung in the face of such evil. Humiliating the Virtuebane to the point he had no choice but to flee." So, with dragons in tow and pies in hand, we headed to the seat of Humility, the island of Magencia. What greeted us there was a herd of Virtuebane duplicates along with their pets, Ancient Hellhounds. The battle that followed was long and deadly, with much lamenting about the number of deathrobes cluttering backpacks. A saving grace amidst all the horror was the appearance of the meer eternals and ethereal warriors fighting alongside us and rezzing us when needed. At last the real Virtuebane was identified and efforts concentrated on bringing him down. His might and healing powers proved too strong for our efforts and we did little damage with weapons and beasts. Braddock sang out "Throw your pies!" and at once the mighty horror began to howl. The pies worked! "Herd him toward the black gate!" Braddock cried. Virtuebane, cowering in the flight of pies being hurled at him, retreated in the direction of the black altar and gate and finally lost hope of recovering his dignity and vanished, but not before screaming "You've not seen the last of me!". Many of us had collected tiny pieces of the shattered Crystal of Duplicity which Braddock then asked be put into a container sitting there at the altar. Once they had been gathered a spell was cast and the dark gate destroyed that Virtuebane would be locked in whatever foul place he had gone into. "Our work is not yet finished" said Braddock, "Follow me!" and he dashed off to the southern end of the island. Burned grasses formed a codex of sorts on which Braddock placed the small box containing the crystal shards and we watched as the box sunk into the earth. "There seem to be instructions attached to this sign" said Braddock. "Yes, they are coordinates!" Xavier Braddock studied the coordinates and opened a gate and the weary fighters went thru it to find themselves in a lovely, peaceful hollow hidden in the rocky crags surrounding the valley of Ilshenar. In the hollow was a lone statue which granted the victors shining gold gauntlets. A battle well fought, people of Legends!
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Community Crafting
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2011, 10:24 PM EDT by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)
(Picture by Abby Normal) The Crafters Hall and Chesapeake Crafters Society would like to thank its former leader Smithy for all of his work over the years. They wish him well on his new path. Now with Charles at the wheel he has managed to not only double but triple Crafters Hall attendances throughout the last few weeks on Wednesday nights at 7:30pm ET The Hall has been open for the last five years and during that time the Crafters Hall has been hosting this wonderful event on and off for the entire community. The Crafters Hall has just recently had the Blue Light Tavern open right next door to it offering a place to relax and chit chat while attending the Crafting night. They will be continuing the Wednesday night event to bring you Free repairs, golems, furniture, training and more. We welcome everyone to attend the event each week and hope to see you there! We have added a lock picking are in the hall on the first floor. It is open to the public for anyone wishing to train anywhere from 0 - 95skill. May come in handy for those EM Thief events where you need the lock picking skill. If you have any problems with the boxes please let us know.
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[EM News] In the Shadow of Virtue: Important Message from Dasha
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2011, 8:18 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
In the Shadow of Virtue: Important Message from Dasha EMCrysania The message has been circulated throughout Britain and the surrounding States. Here Ye! Here Ye! This is an important message from the Meer Captain Dasha. Defenders are requested to meet with Dasha on Sunday, March 27th at 8:30 PM PST / 11:30 PM EST in the Great Hall of Castle Britannia. Come prepared to do battle against the Dark Lord Virtuebane and his Legions.
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Royal Britannian Guard, Monday, March 28th, at 8 p.m. CDT
Posted on Friday, March 25, 2011, 3:51 PM EDT by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
This just in from the beautiful EM Elizabella ..... Royal Britannian Guard, Monday, March 28th, at 8 p.m. CDT ~------------------------------------------------------------------~ "No battle plan survives contact with the enemy." --Helmuth von Moltke All members of the Guard and concerned citizens are asked to meet in the throne room of Castle Britannia on Monday, March 28th, at 8 p.m. CDT. Arrived armed and ready to head into battle against Virtuebane.
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Deco Ideas: Spring Ponds
Posted on Friday, March 25, 2011, 2:03 PM EDT by Lady Kero (HomesandCastles)
Spring Ponds With the spring equinox just days behind us I thought we could all use a look forward to the warmer weather. (Especially if, like me, you just got more snow) Over the next month I'll be posting rivers, waterfall, ponds, wells, and swamp ideas, I thought I'd start with ponds. Even if you have limited space, a pond is almost always possible.. Including using the new carpet tiles to create a pond so you can always remove it to redecorate without going into customization. Examples of ponds using carpet tiles By Mariredbear By AmberMoonshade The carpet tiles allow you to choose the color of your water, so if you'd like a more tropical coloring like AmberMoonshade's carpet tiles are the way to go. -The new carpet tiles require you to have the High Seas upgrade and to do a simple quest that starts at the tailors in the Royal City- Small Ponds By Arya By FalonoFelder By Mako Illusion Ponds If your lucky enough to have one of the homes on the road of Makoto, You're handed a very simple way to do an illusion. By Kenpachi By Ryo Larger Ponds (With More Decoration Involved) By Crystal Canyon By Tommygirl By APirate By HunterMoon Tips Can't figure out how to place an item on the water of your pond? Place it before placing the water tile. Raise it up, It will stay in that spot through customization as long as it's raised multiple times. After placing the water tile you can then lower it back down. Teleport tiles also help. If you want to decorate the center of your pond, place a teleport tile so you can come & go. You can later delete the tile or place an item over it to cover it so you can use it again later. Waterfall Wall Pieces: In the final screenshot of HunterMoons home she uses the waterfall pieces to connect the first and second floor without interrupting the water. These can be a great tool. They can attach one level to another, and you can also walk through them.
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Chesapeake EM Website Up And Running!
Posted on Friday, March 25, 2011, 10:05 AM EDT by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
Chesapeake EM Website Up and Running! EM's Dudley and Drosselmeyer have at long last created a shard webpage of thier own. This ends a almost two year gap we had from the limited time we traveled with EM Tailspin he maintained his own personal news site. The site announcement states the site is very simple and links mainly to the Stratics EM Forums, Shard News, and Event Calendars. To visit the site, click HERE or visit : http://chesapeake.uoem.net Thanks to our shard EM's for not only the added work to create the site, but answering the call of players who thought we needed a site of our own.
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[EM Event] Call to Arms: Meeting with Nathan Hawke (Saturday 26th)
Posted on Friday, March 25, 2011, 9:50 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
DATE: Saturday 26th March 2011 TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm CEST, 11pm MSK, 3pm EDT LOCATION: Throne Room Castle British in Britain, Trammel To investigate the new Dark Portal in Magincia. Come prepared to fight. [Not a Royal Investigator Event] UK/Europe/Russia change to Summer time early Sunday morning so Americans check your times again, New York is once again 5 hours behind UK.
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Important Event Info and Time Change For The Nemesis Stone/ Magencia Event
Posted on Friday, March 25, 2011, 9:48 AM EDT by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
The "Magincia Event" originally scheduled for Friday, March 25th at 8pm ET will take place on Saturday, March 26th at 8pm ET. There is no event on Friday, March 25th. The "Nemesis Stone" event will be postponed until April, a new date will be available with our April events calendar. We apologize for the inconvenience. __________________ Stay toon'd!
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[EM Event] Attention!

Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2011, 6:22 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

There is something amidst this weekend.

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Royal Guard and Concerned Citizens, please meet at Brit Castle 6 pt Saturday (3/26).

EM Sangria

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[EM Event] HoC requesting all PVPers!
Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2011, 4:46 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
This is just a reminder that tomorrow night the HoC will be held at 6PM PST. The EM's are requesting that PVPers attend as Mesanna has a proposition for you all and needs some feedback.
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The Beginning of the End - By EM Drosselmeyer
Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2011, 2:14 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: The Beginning of the End - By EM Drosselmeyer Bonnie "Mesanna" Armstrong 24 Mar 2011 16:00:23 EST Written by EM Drosselmeyer Virtuebane towered over those who had followed him devoutly, his Bane Chosen, as he stood in front of them where they had assembled. They looked to him anxiously and eagerly awaiting his latest commands, curious as to the reason they had all been summoned here. Virtuebane spoke to the gathered in a voice that commanded their full attention, and all other chatter was silenced in a moment. “Our time is at hand, my chosen! The Britannian’s leader, Queen Dawn, has fallen! They are losing morale, and soon will lose everything! I have promised you all that your faith and your devotion would be rewarded. Are you ready to follow me in this final step towards our victory?” A resounding chorus of cheers and assent rippled through the vast army of Bane Chosen, the dragon riders rearing their ferocious mounts back on two legs while the hound masters commanded their pets to let out a harmonious howl. The clamor of metal on metal rang through the air as warriors and recruits smacked their weapons along their shields. Virtuebane’s face adopted as wide a grin as his inhuman features would allow. “You have all been chosen, and your loyalty will now be rewarded! You will serve me in a greater capacity than you could ever have imagined.” With that, Virtuebane extended his hands and gestured towards his army. At first, it seemed that nothing was happening, but then a change began to take place. Rank after rank of the Bane Chosen found their bodies pulsating with power, their forms seeming to shimmer. Then in a moment of dazzling brilliance, what had been an army of dragon riders, recruits, and hound masters had transformed. Before Virtuebane now stood a vast swath of new troops, completely loyal to their master. Virtuebane gestured with a hand, and the horde of ancient hellhounds all rang out in one voice together. With this task complete, he stalked away to finish his preparations. “And what would you have us do, Taranath, sit back and wait for the Bane and those who ally with them to destroy us?” The Meer Elder who was addressed gave his fellow across the table a sneer. “Do not presume to put words in my mouth, Shavanth. I believe that we should never have gotten involved with the Britannians, and that all our problems have been brought upon us by that same involvement! And now that Rathanra’s sent an envoy to the Ethereal Fortress without the consent of…” “I do not require your consent nor do I require the council’s consent to send an envoy. It is not a matter that required a vote to see where they stand. I sent one of my huntresses to see if they would stand with us or not. I have not pushed us to any action.” Rathanra interrupted coldly. “And as to your point, it was the Britannian’s assistance that allowed us to push back the Juka, and prevent our own destruction many years ago, if you recall. And so it is that even now, the Britannian’s have stood alongside us.” “Stood alongside us! Did you not see who was aiding the Bane in their attempts to eradicate us? It was these selfsame Britannians whose livelihood you now seek to protect! If the Britannian’s want assistance, they can seek it from the gargoyles.” Taranath’s words flew from his mouth vehemently as he continued to speak, a sneer masking his face. “The humans and the elves are not to be trusted! They have time and again shown their fickleness and evil!” Rathanra slapped her hands onto the table for emphasis, her fur standing on end in irritation. “I believe, Taranath, the case here is that you have clung too long to your ideals of non interference. Some of the Britannian’s helped the Bane, but many did not! Besides that, whether we help the Britannian’s or not is not the issue here. We are fighting for our own livelihood. The Bane Chosen have already made us a target, and despite this brief reprieve, I have no doubt that if they succeed in conquering the humans, we will be next. And with Queen Dawn dead, it’s possible that the Britannian’s will be further divided…this may be our last chance to claim victory against the Bane Chosen, and Virtuebane himself.” The Ancient Meer who sat at the head of the table slowly rose in the midst of Rathanra’s speech, and raised her hands in a calming gesture. “I believe that we have discussed this particular topic enough over the past weeks. Rathanra, yours and Taranath’s ideas have been clearly stated for all repeatedly. I also believe that more importantly than rehashing these things is welcoming our guest whom is waiting outside. I bid you enter our chambers.” This last was spoken loudly, and the doors opened to admit a young Meer huntress. The huntress kneeled as she reverently addressed the council. “Thank you for admitting me. I, Trathara the huntress present you with a missive from Ambassador Charpris, of the Ethereal forces.” With that proclamation, she rose and handed the sealed envelope over to Drathava. Drathava opened the envelope and read it silently, her face betraying no emotion as she did so. After a brief pause, she smiled benevolently to the young huntress. “Thank you. You have done your duty well, and you are dismissed.” Trathara bowed once more, and Rathanra thanked her as she left. Drathava then spoke to the other council members. “I believe that the time has now come for us to make a decision and stand by it. The Ethereal forces are unwilling to commit either way at the moment. That means that we are the ones who must take the initiative. I petition each of you that we should not wait until these Bane are once again kicking in our proverbial door. We need to bring the fight to them. Council members, your decisions?” Rathanra clearly nodded in agreement, and after a few moments thought, Shavanth also agreed. Taranath snarled and glowered, but in the end he too voted with the council’s majority. “It’s settled then. We have cast our lot, and we shall have to wait and see how the dice come up.” Travis watched the gathering of the Bane Chosen with careful eyes from his hidden perch. He’d been tailing their movements for several days and finally found where their destination was. He took careful note as Virtuebane himself addressed them, and watched with disbelief as the colossal giant somehow changed the people into a bestial form. He continued to watch as Virtuebane walked off in the other direction, and he very quietly snuck away in the opposite one. He spared a glance behind him, and as he turned back to face forward he fell down in shock as the beast himself was in front of him. “That’s impossible! You were…” Travis’ cry of disbelief was cut short as Virtuebane grasped and lifted him up in one massive hand. Virtuebane then hurled the spy into a tree, and the bone shattering impact caused Travis to see stars. As his vision began to clear he spat blood, and found he couldn’t move his legs. “Bastard…Kal Ort…” Travis’ chant was silenced as Virtuebane brought one massive hoof down in a devastating stomp that ended Travis’ life. It was then that a second, identical Virtuebane approached. “It seems that not all of the Britannian’s have lost their morale from their Queen’s death.” Both of the Virtuebane’s looked down to the glowing bit of azure crystal in their hands. One of them moved to check over the rest of the area, while the original knelt and turned over the pulped corpse of Travis. “You should be grateful for the privilege to have died at my hand. Your entire world will be mine…since it seems that none of your defenders carry the sword that wench Dawn imbued with Humility, or they would have used it when I took the crystal at the funeral. And because of that, there is nothing left that your forces can muster to cause me the slightest problem.” Virtuebane chuckled darkly to himself before standing once more, and he regarded the corpse again. He took a moment to gather up the lifeless body in one hand, and in a few massive strides hurled it into the midst of the hellhounds. With a noise like the ripping of wet canvas, the body was quickly devoured. Virtuebane then strode towards the area where the rest of the identical Virtuebane’s were gathering. Now was the time to claim a lasting victory over those who stood in his way.
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[Profile] Kupoking for Mayor!
Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2011, 12:50 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
There are many interesting we have met on Sonoma and many more that we have not. When I think of a unique and interesting person who has many stories to tell, Kupoking is one of the first that pop into my head. Sorelia had a chance recently to sit down with Kupoking and here is his story. The King of Cups in the tarot deck represents the qualities of the spirit of creativity and the balance of the unconscious with the conscious. The King of Cups does not repress his emotions and unconscious impulses but has learned to accept and deal with them in a mature and balanced manner. Kupoking, 'The King of Cups’, embodies these facets both personally and professionally. The history of this gentle merchant begins in his hometown of Moonglow. There he began to study inscription at the Lyceum and his trade began. Starting with only 100 coins he began to sell recall scrolls as a means to make a living. This would help him pay for training as an inscriber but the merchant in him did not stop there. He began to collect cotton to make fine cloth for the royalty. Hides also were a great source of income for him in capturing his dream of owning his own domicile. This, at first, was a small blue tent but if offered shelter and storage for times when Kupoking was out hunting. Shortly he was able to afford a house, of course in his home town for his priority was to continue training as a Scriber. This trade led him to his first million in gold and soon after a house was built in Britain. Interesting activities were found here as the war between Lord British and Blackthorn were developing. During this time he developed an alliance with Lord British but in his heart he was merely a merchant so a move to a quieter place was in order. Cove offered tranquility within walls of a sandstone home he purchased. He was away from the developing wars. After these wars abated, Kupoking's dreams again focused in building and merchantry. This is where the seeds of the Merchants of Grandeur, [MoG] guild began to flourish and the guild was founded. Kupoking is deeply invested in his guild and it has many facets. First to know is that [MoG] is not at all focused on war or power but rather to teach, share and help new crafters master their crafts. During the renaissance, Kupoking established "something bigger than self". He personally desires order. He states, "Order leads to organization" and he wished to share this growing empire with others so that they may experience the grandeur associated with accomplishment and character. Peace and order are attributes necessary for Kupoking and to do no harm. He states, "My goals cannot harm the guild and the guild cannot harm the town." My first encounter with him was at his settlement at the one of the crossroads to Britain. Here you will find [MoG] headquarters. The stately blue grey building, home of Kupoking, stands behind a small transportation house at the sign. There are about ten residents at this settlement. During the time Virtue Bane was attacking, these residents, along with Britain's Royal Guard defended Britain and drove back Bane's invasion. Kupo is a member of the Royal Guard and valiantly fought off Bane's armies. Securing the safety of the land and sea is merely one facet of this alliance of guilds. The branch securing the seas is called the Merchant Marines and they protect seafarers from harm. Currently, they are doing sailing expeditions to keep the waters safe around Jhelom. Pirates are abounding there and this hampers trade and safety. My tour included several settlements throughout the Sonoma shard. We went to towns where [MoG] has a presence and to settlements within the shard. All the homes were lovely and bore the sign of [MoG]. A green grass filed with some gold coins scattered on it. One of the primary missions of this guild is to help new and returning players establish themselves as crafters and merchants. There are many levels within [MoG]. New players can look forward to much help becoming crafters, traders and establishing themselves as first class players. For example, Kupoking will place a foundation and then assist the player to earn money to build their home. He gives the player opportunities to make gold by delegating jobs to them, to helping them learn to hunt. Protecting the seas, the land, and establishing his guild in new areas are a few of the goals of this gentle king. There are many stories from the years [MoG] has been working to improve Sonoma. I hope the readers will plan to spend some time with Kupoking. I want to thank him and guild mates for allowing me to sit in on this most interesting evening. Lady Sorelia
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Publish 70.0 patch notes for Origin
Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2011, 8:26 AM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Publish 70.0 patch notes for Origin Rowland Cox 24 Mar 2011 10:18:12 EST We currently have a copy of Great Lakes on Test Center 1. Hopefully this will make it a little easier to test what we have done in Maginica with the lotto. Magincia Plot Lotto There are 22 lots each in both Trammel and Felucca. The island is divided up by North and South end. The North end is the area towards the beach area and these plots are 10K per ticket and you are allowed to buy one ticket per account per plot. The South end is towards the bank and these are 2K a ticket and there are no ticket purchase limits. Magincia Planting System Players are able to plant seeds in grassy areas around Magincia by using a hoe. The players will have to maintain the upkeep of the seeds to keep them healthy. Only the owner of the seed can take care of the plant . The plant will be tagged with the owners name and the date he/she planted it. Players will be able to dig up the plants after they have matured and they will continue to keep the player’s name, the date planted and the date harvested. Players can use the blue crystals to magically advance the growth of a plant in Magincia. You will be able to find 2 Gardeners that will see the hoes needed to plant seeds in Magincia. Abyss Quest and Monsters Added a new quest in the Abyss, this quest will start with Xeninfor the Security Advisor and he can be found in the Royal Palace. We have also added a few new mobs to challenge your fighting talents. Bug Fixes Veteran Reward Statues such as the Efreet, Harrower, Therathan Matriarch and the Fire Ant can now be turned off an on.The issue with fish that are fished up by a non High Seas entitled account not having resources was fixed You can now fish up the new fish in Shame level 4 with the correct entitlement. You should now be able to obtain the Magic Key for the Puzzle Room. Faction Traps were removed from Magincia Players having a false reading of having a ship placed should be fixed Magic Reflection: A Murderer using magic reflect will be flagged criminal if they reflect the paralyze spell back onto a blue character Detect hidden will once again detect everyone. Detect hidden will apply out of hide timer to detected players that are freely aggressable. Splintering weapons do not lose max durability allowing them to proc infinity without destroying the weapon Players will now parry when wielding a throwing weapon and have a shield equipped Players who were stuck in a state where they were unable to place a new ship will once again be able to place ships. Magincia is no longer part of the Factions system. Scalis Eels will now last a maximum of 2 minutes Both facings of the kabuto can be dyed with the Metallic dye tub. The reward weight of the lobsters and crabs as been adjusted You can now have your parrots on your Brit Ship without losing it when you move You can now place one tile soul forges on your Brit Ship Moongate name was changed from Magincia to New Magincia. Cleanings Winds will not heal after removing Mortal Wound any longer. Enhanced Client Starting Locations Players can now pick what part of the world you would like for your character to begin. You will have the option to start in New Haven if you wish. Young players can start where ever they like but the default will still be New Haven. 2D Paperdoll mode In the enhanced client you can switch to the classic paperdoll for viewing. The option is found under the legacy tab in the settings window. Bug Fixes Trading an item from one using the Enhanced client to another will carry over the item's position in the old backpack to the new backpack has been fixed. Classic Client Starting Locations Players can now pick what part of the world you would like for your character to begin. You will have the option to start in New Haven if you wish. Young players can start where ever they like but the default will still be New Haven.
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Addie Event Announcement: Thursday March 24th, 2011 @7pm EST
Posted on Wednesday, March 23, 2011, 8:40 AM EDT by Joanna Weaver (Atlantic)
We will be having an "Addie" Themed event on Thursday, March 24th, 2011 @7pm EST Look for several short 'random RP' sessions in and around New Haven, Magincia, Jhelom, Vesper, and several other places in the lead up to this event. UOEM Atlantic
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[EM Event] Horse Race.
Posted on Wednesday, March 23, 2011, 2:53 AM EDT by Frarc (Drachenfels)
Horse Race! Ladies and Gentleman! EM Borbarad presents the first Drachenfels Horse race! Well... it was not a 100% horse race. For not to discriminating the gargoyle race they could participate to while using there wings. I'm maybe a old man with brittle bones, i do like a bit of competition. So i wrote myself in with my trustworthy McGyver horse. I like to win but i'm afraid i was not the only one that participated into this race. EM Borbarad explained the rules to the racers. Then he asked for 3 volunteers to stand at the checkpoints to make sure no one took a shortcut. After taking them to there "secret" spot he took the racers to the start of the race near Umbra. The race would take place from Umbra to the Luna Fairgrounds. EM Borbarad took notes first of all the racers name. He told us again what to do and made clear we had to stay on the road and crosses the checkpoints. He started to count down 3 2 1 0 ... I took out my camera one more last time to take a picture of the start of the race...Ack... its a race! Maybe i should not done that. And of we all go! With a bit of a late start i had some catching up to do. But i know these twisting roads very well and i made sure i took the shortest way inbetween the road. Taking the inside of the corners made me catch up on some racers. But the race was still long and my McGyver horse was doing great! Maybe the running away all these years from Paragon monsters in Ilshenar do have its benefits. After coming out of the caves near the Hostel i seemed to be in a 2nd position. It was still a distance to the fairgrounds and hoped i still could catch the leader! Then i crosses the last bridge and i noticed the leader slowing down. I seemed to gain on him fast. Closing towards the finish line we where neck and neck. And then we both crossed the line! Shortly after more racer came to the finish. It seemed to be very close and EM Borbarad had to check the finishfoto. After carefully examining the finishfoto EM Borbarad gave the final results. Congratulations to the winners! And me 2nd is not bad for a old man. But maybe next time on a race i should not take pictures of a startwinks We had a good time and we thanked EM Borbarad for this nice little event. Em Borborad told us more of fun is waiting for us. I can't wait to see more. Oh and the winners trophies where nicely placed in the EMs Museum. For these and more EM Event trophies you can visit the museum using the gate near the Counselors hall in Britain! New Frarc, Drachenfels News reporter.
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New Fight Club Needs Help and Less Drama
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011, 8:29 PM EDT by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. . New Fight Club Needs Help and Less Drama ~ Last night I attended the opening of a new fight club for PvP named, " Unkown Guild Fight Club Arena ". Parts of this event were a hot mess but I have to tell you I had a great time. Chiram was running the fights with a strong fist and had little patience for those not getting the rules right away. I understand the frustration, however this was opening night and booting people from the house does not seem the best way to solve an accident. Also this event was extremely slow because there was no trivia or entertainment in between fights and betting. Most player run events do trivia during slow times to keep the patrons happy and alert. If gold was/is an issue one can always tell jokes to keep the crowd amused. Also this event was understaffed. Now that I have the negatives out of the way, remember this was opening night and I am sure the bugs will get worked out,...now onto the positives. The plot/ arena itself is a design wonder. One of my favorite features it the " pits " where the fighters hold up until they are called out to get bloody. * Fighters Pit * Aside from this multi-leveled fighting arena which was great, the fighters were even greater. The first fight of the night was between guest Casey and the house represented by Kapeth with Kapeth as the winner. The final top three fighters were Jazzmin, Drakmord and Juventus and it was a bloody battle indeed....a highly entertaining 3-way. Jazzmin was the first to bite the dust with Juventus being the winner walking away with two million gold and sweet items. Just when everyone thought the fights were over bloodshed took place outside of the event house. This ugly scene was between two -Y- Guild members. One member attacked another which was uninvited and caused death. The man down was ressed then struck down again before he would even get suited up. Some were calling ress/kill. The physical attack carried into a verbal attack that went on for an hour. The shocking thing is that these two are both Emmys in the -Y- Guild. Player run events have a long history on Great Lakes and I would like to thank Chiram and everyone involved in starting out this new venue. Hopefully the kinks get worked out and I will be sure to be ringside again out of the blood splatter zone.
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Community Hunts - Week of March 21st
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011, 3:41 PM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Want to go hunting but don't have a big enough group? Are you looking for good guides to dungeons you've yet to explore? The community hunts are open to everyone! Come show your support for the Lake Superior community and take a walk on the wild side at the same time. Meet some new and old friends and have a bit of a challenge along the way. Bone Daemon hunt (Stygian Abyss) Date: Tuesday, March 22nd Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Peerless Hunt Date: Wednesday, March 23rd Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Blood dungeon Balron hunt Date: Thursday, March 24th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Champ Spawn Hunt Date: Friday, March 25th Time: 9:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Hosts: Taeara Mi'aken And remember, these hunts are for everyone, regardless of their skill level or guild affiliation. Come meet new friends, see new places, gain experience and just have fun. Sabina Nikolai, High Marshall, Community Hunt Organizer The Order of the Silver Rose Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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Community Meet Up - Tonight 7pm CST
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011, 3:38 PM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Community Meet Up – March 21, 2011 Date: Every Monday Night Time: 7:30PM CST Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Meeting Agenda: We'll hear weekly announcements of upcoming events and hunts for Lake Superior from Sabina our events coordinator. The weekly community meetings, events, hunts, etc are always open to the public. No invitations needed! Everyone is always welcome to come ask questions, make plans, or make announcements. Bring a friend if you can make it, tell a friend if you can't!
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[EM Event] Leprechauns!
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011, 1:23 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Oh how I despise little men all dressed in green! Their silly laugh and thieving antics just infuriate me. When I heard a rumor of them nosing around Sonoma I picked up my leprechaun whacking stick and headed out for some fun times. The first sighting of the little jerks was just outside of Luna where they were shaking their little green behinds at us….why you little %#@$!!!!! We then all gave chase as they giggled and pranced as fast as they could. When we got close enough to them a big big dragon appeared by the name of Big Bertha! Go figure. A battle ensued as the little pesky green rodents looked on with glee. The citizens of Sonoma were not going to take any more of their tom foolery and Bertha fell in battle quickly…the chase then continued. They had all of us jumping from moongate to moongate from Malas to Trammel to Felucca and my poor little legs got tired. Big Bertha must have some feline in her because she kept coming back to life to protect the trouble makers. This reporter had enough of the constant chasing and decided to make my way home with my whacking stick in tow. The time had come to drown my sorrows with a pitcher of mead…Luke and Duke one day I will get you!!! Mark my words!!!
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[News] A Excursion!
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011, 2:37 AM EDT by Frarc (Drachenfels)
A Excursion! Professor Grimm asked us to meet him at the Counselor’s Hall in Britain. A large group of people where waiting for him at the counselor's hall. When he came inside he seemed a bit confused. He fist thought he was there to give some teaching to a class. Its kinda hard to imagine that some of us ,that where armed to the teeth, that we came here for some lessons in magic. But even a simple In Lor spell would be to much to ask from someone like me. Maybe some of us hoped for some lessons in biology! I must admit i can see myself cutting up things....Its one of my most favored things to do! But eventually the professor found his right notes and saw that he was there to take us on a excursion to research some new creatures. If my mathematics lessons from years ago still counts then new creatures plus a lot of people equals trouble still count, then we are all for it! It was time to leave with the professor. When we arrived we appeared near the twisting roads that leads to Dungeon Wind. I wonder if we going to Wind. I'm certain only mages can enter the city. Maybe we went to see the life of the giant black ants that dwell the roads here. Soon enough we encountered a few aggressive ants. But that was not our biggest problem. Out of nowhere some protector of blackrock appeared. From Magincia we know that these kinda golems are not the easiest opponents. But the large group of people took the first one down. But only a few steps further down the road another one appeared. And then more Blackrock golems came running to us. We had to split up in smaller groups. These monsters are hard to fight for a warrior like me. My weapons have not much effect on them. It was madness with all the fighting in this narrow passage. Because my lack of effectiveness on the golems with my weapons i decided to move a bit away from the group. Trying to take care of the wounded. Then i heard a loud noise coming around the corner. Most people where still fighting the blackrock golems but a few brave people started to run towards the loud noise. I'm a CAT so my nature is being curious. A huge blackrock golems ran to us! I started to realize this was a bad idea! A King of the blackrock golems! We really needed the entire group to take this one down. Soon enough more and more people came running to us to help to defeat this beast. It took a while and it took everything we got to take this King down. When the King eventually fell, a huge explosion took place. When the smoke cleared there was a strange big black hole near where the king died. The professor told us that this was a limbus. Being a warrior and having more muscles then brains i have no idea what a limbus is. Good thing there some smart people around that explains this is some kinda portal to another place. But a place that could be either paradise or hell. Some people volunteers to step in and to go have a look. Who not want to go to paradise! But the professor found this all to risky and wanted to close it. He needed first a few things from home. He told us to keep a eye out on the limbus while he was gone. Only short moments after the professor left a strange fellow appeared. Talking strangely he seemed to be happy with the things that happened. Who was this guy? He jumped around the mountain like a madman. But things got clear when he said he was going to be the new ruler of the lands! If this guy think that after the death of Queen Dawn that he would just take over the throne then he don't know us people very well. Even more when he said that his subjects going to show us who has control he made us even more angry. If he knows us better he should know we rather fight and die for freedom then to life under control of someone. He can send his minions to us to try to obey but i'm afraid he will see that this is again something we will not yield for. Like he appeared he disappeared when the professor returned. The professor seemed to be disturbed. When we explained what happened he said he needed more time to find a solution for this problem. He told us to go home and wait for his calling again to solve this problem with this Limbus and this strange fellow. I'm sure this was not the end of this new development! New Frarc, Drachenfels News reporter.
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ARPC Sponsored "Festival of Britain"
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011, 1:29 PM EDT by Joanna Weaver (Atlantic)
Hear ye Hear ye! Come join in the festivities!! Have you ever seen these odd people around town, talking and interacting with each other in a strange way? How about been witness to an odd public display of a rally but never quite understood why or what is going on? Well, friend, here is your chance to find out! Come join us on Atlantic for a shard wide celebration!!!!! We, the members of the ARPC, cordially invite you to take part in our first annual "Festival of Britain". The celebration begins at 8:00pm EST, Saturday March 26th with an elaborate parade, complete with "candy" tossing, starting at the fountain in East Britain. A gate will be set up in Luna to bring any and all to the event. From there, the GM's of the various role play guilds will give a brief introduction of themselves and you are then invited to watch a creative play written and performed by one of our own ARPC members while enjoying "goodie" bags that will be handed out. If what you see entices you into trying role play, you can stop at one of the many tables that will be set up by the guilds to answer questions you may have and to assist in any way possible. All you have to decide is whether you want to be a defender of good or a creator of chaos. The ARPC prides itself with its extensive long standing history. We are mature players who enjoy making the most out of this long lasting video game through creative plots and story lines. We have a website to post announcements, vote new guilds in, a senate that is comprised of the GMs with a democratic approach to issues that come up within the community, and an awesome support staff that you can bring any questions or concerns to so that we can help you come up with the most logical and fair solutions. We hope to see you all there! Even if you don't have a character on Atlantic, make one and come see what we are all about. You never know, you may just want to stay. Festivities begin at 8:00pm EST Saturday March 26th at the East Britain Fountain! We hope to see you there!
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[Event Wrapup] Shamrock Squad Assaults Minoc
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011, 1:18 PM EDT by Crysta (LakeSuperior)
"A group of 'Oddly Orc-like Leprechauns' calling themselves the Shamrock Squad attacked Minoc last Thursday night, spouting cheesy limericks and causing a general nuisance. It was later revealed that they were actually being controlled by a small group of real Leprechauns who had been hiding nearby, who attacked once the mischief makers they had set on the town were dealt with. These perpetrators were soundly defeated. It is expected this was an isolated occurrence that will likely not happen again, if only for some long period of time." ... After the festivities were dealt with, EM Autolycus appeared to chat and drink with the players for a while. Kariny Stormsong decided to pipe in about how it wasn't really an EM event without everyone dying at least once, so Auto created a special Leprechaun for her and anyone else who agreed to "experience". Conversations stretched on for about a half hour before everything was called to a close. Happy St. Patrick's day, people. A copy of the limerick book will be available for viewing at Winfall Manor in Luna. Watch the EM website here for news of further events.
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Bears, Spiders & Frogs....OH MY ! Sparky Safe Again
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011, 8:23 AM EDT by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. .. ... Bears, Spiders & Frogs....OH MY ! Sparky Safe Again .. . For anyone that has taken the underground passage from the Brit Bank area to the Brit Moongate they have seen or met Sparky. Sparky has always been a friendly and bright kind of creature and has made that passageway his home for many a year. To the shock of the entire community Sparky has been missing of late. Last night a group gathered and was headed by Lady Artemis , The Zoo Keeper. Aside from her attention to zoo matters Lady Artemis also has the talent of shifting images and changing into animal forms. The gathered group was wide and varied with many familar faces such as Gem the Fleet Caption of FCB, Goran of YM, Lady Mai of GTO with sidekick Simon Snowblower, The Frog Prince, Galen and that vixen Crypt Angel. The largest numbers were that of the -Y- Guild, rumored now to be the largest guild on Great Lakes. Sarah of -Y- did not let anyone forget it either. She kept shouting out how -Y- was the biggest and best guild on Great Lakes. Lady Artemis in animal form The group was first led to the passageway and home of Sparky. All that remainded of Sparky was a few broken pieces of his carapace. We learned soon enough Bane Chosen had fallen into his underground home. He fought and won but his outer shell was in bad shape and he set out on a journey to heal. Our next location was in the sandy desert. There we met the very strange cameltoed creature called The Monkey King. He gave us more information on Sparkys journey to heal himself. His advice sent us to the great pyramid. As the group arrived at the great pyramid we were confronted by the protectors of this ancient tomb. Not knowing if we were good or evil a battle took place. Once matters were settled, and a few deaths, the crowd traveled to the top of the pyramid where they saw the great Sphynx. On a table lay more broken shards of Sparkys shell and a mummified beetle carapace. The Sphynx gave us an updated history of Sparky's journey and off we went to find the healed healthy Sparky. We did indeed find Sparky but MUCH MORE than we bargained for! To everyones shock we meet Beelzebetsy. Not only was this creature large it was of the most peculiar two toned color. Beelzebetsy has of all things...a tea party set up and had Sparky tied to the tea table with a fancy ribbon. Knowone was willing to tackle such a large odd creature so we asked kindly for the release of Sparky. After much talk Beelzebetsy said an exchange of a bear, frogs and spiders for Sparky would do as Suzette loves new pets. I never found out who Suzette was but we would do anything to get Sparky back. At that point we were so excited to see Sparky again things got a little confusing. Beelzebetsy's commands were met and sure enough Sparky was set free. Sparky led us to the Moonglow Zoo in hopes to be his new home as his old home was no longer safe. The crowd was so huge it was upsetting all the other animals in the zoo so we headed back to the Hall in Brit and Sparky gave a long detailed history of what had happened to him. Sparky will now make the entire Moonglow land his home with all the fire ants he can eat, his favorite. On rare occasions he may be found behind bars at the zoo but mainly running free. Be sure to stop and say hi to him if you see him in Moonglow. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Both of our wonderful EMs ( Great Lakes has the best IMO ) stayed after the event and answered questions. As with most events there were a few bad eggs that spammmed and talked a little trash through the event buy all in all it was a great event. It always amazes me that people will attend these events if they do not care for them. One of the questions asked of the EMs was why rewards/items were not given out afterwards. The answer was that there are more EM events that do not have rewards attached to them than those that do. The purpose of these events is the RP aspect of them and to bring the community together not to get an item. Though I must say on a personal note I am still bummed out I never got a Flying Piglet * laughs *
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Shard Champion Crawl
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011, 7:56 AM EDT by Lady Tia (SiegePerilous)
Yesterday, I participated as a newbie in the Shard Champ crawl which was organized by Hoffs. I was able to join the group at about the fourth champ spawn which was located at Damwin. Off I went in my newbet armor and was immediately chased down by Hoff and instructed to “change me armor” as he handed me a new suit. Thanks to Hoffs We had a very nice group of people and I had a great time. All the scrolls were up for grabs for anyone wanting them. I personally gained a huge amount in my skills of choice and it was much more fun than just working them at the NEW Guildhouse. Below are some pictures captured at the event…Enjoy! As you can see there WERE a FEW deaths, but all were quickly rezed! And the team regrouped after each hunt at Skara Bank, scrolls and gold shared with all the newblets. Thanks to everyone for such a fun event and for allowing this Lake Superior reporter sneak over to Seige to do a little reporting. I can’t wait for the next time! Here is the final tally as reported by Hoffs: Completed............Type...............120 scrolls (won by) Khaldun..................Rats................none City of Dead............Spiders............120 bushido (Agra-lem) Marble....................Spiders............120 lore (Carolyn) Damwin...................Demons...........none Oaks.......................Fey................120 tactics (Agra-lem) Ice East..................Rats...............120 magery (Merielle) Desert....................Dragons............none Oasis.....................Demons.............none Hopper's Bog...........Spiders.............120 peacemaking (unclaimed) Tortoise.................Undead.............120 vet (Linda Pen) Terra Sanctum........Rats................none Ice West.................Undead............120 taming (Silent Death) Harrower.................Covetous..........4x25 (Linda, Silent, Agra-lem, Albertus) Sets the official Siege record rat spawn time of 11 minutes, 4 seconds. Rewards Swamp tile [Aislinn at Khaldun] Oblivion's Needle [AEowyn at Marble] Most Knowledgeable Person robe [AEowyn at Desert] Mummy wrappings [AEowyn at Tortoise]
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Japan Memorial: Our hearts are with you
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011, 4:46 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Trenton and myself attended the Memorial for the people of Japan this past Friday night on Sonoma. We were very moved by the turnout and the presentation that Trenton did a little write up for you all. The spring night air stood still as I entered the land of Homare Jima. The sweet scent of cherry blossoms and the faint sounds of the Yoshimitsu warriors sparring in the distance distracted me for a moment from my real purpose tonight. My journey this evening was a somber one, attending the memorial service for those lost and suffering from the devastation in Japan. As I approached the sculpted garden, I could see that a few others had already began to arrive. One of the first players I met was Kelmo who joined us from the Seige shard. We spoke as we waited. He recounted to me how there were many players on Seige who were from Japan, many of whom had not be heard from yet and that players there worry. It was a sentiment shared by many who would join us this evening. It wasn’t long before the garden was bustling with players. We had many players from Sonoma, but other shards were represented as well. I was able to talk players representing Napa Valley, Baja, and Lake Superior; though I am sure more were present. Other noted guests where our EMs, Sangria and Eira, as well as Lady Mesanna. As our host for the evening, Queen Mum soon called the service to order. We began with the sounding of bells and the beating of drums as players formed a circle and lit candles. Once our candles were burning brightly, we paused for a moment of silence to honor those who could not be with us. I couldn’t help but notice that nature itself seemed to honor the missing with stillness throughout the garden. As the ceremony continued, Queen Mum recited the following poem or remembrance: Remembrance is a golden chain Death tries to break it, but all in vain. To have, to love, and then to part Is the greatest sorrow of ones heart. The years may wipe out many things But some they wipe out never. Like memories of those happy times When we were all together. I am sure mine were not the only tears shed during the poem. The poem was followed by a short prayer which asked for mercy and compassion for those who have lost and reminded us that death is not the end, but merely a gateway. As I listened to Mum’s words I could not help but remind myself that as we remember and honor those we have lost, we let their light shine though us. The ceremony then concluded with the dedication of a small bonsai tree in the center of the garden. May it serve as a reminder to the future to cherish our friends and loved ones because we never know what tomorrow might bring. After the ceremony I took a seat in the garden next to a beautiful tree full of cherry blossoms. As I sat quietly I must admit I was a little surprised as I listen to the conversations. My heart was lifted as players recounted the stories, not of those who were lost, but of those who survived against the odds. It reminded me that, even in the face of so much disaster, hope was not lost. On behalf of those who attended, I wish to extend a special thank you to Queen Mum and those who helped organize tonight’s memorial for all their hard work. Until next time I bid thee safe journeys and farewell. Trenton
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Making UO Fun! The Syndicate and Five Minute Tour of New Magincia
Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2011, 7:18 PM EDT by Sosaria Reels (UOinAction)
Making UO Fun!The Syndicate New Magincia Five Minute Tour If any group or individuals would like to share what they do to make UO fun, please contact us! Watch More TGN Stratics UO Videos
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Hidden Temple Hidden Story
Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2011, 3:23 PM EDT by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)
Hidden Temple Hidden Story Saturday, March 19, 2011 By: Merik Please note before reading -I am writing most of this story from memory, pictures I took and Nyx’s Temple walk through guide. I apologize if I miss your name or your guild name during lists but I’m trying my best to remember. To not break the ROC I have purposely left out some player and guild names in certain sections. The Temple event wasn’t your everyday run of the mill event to find the monster and kill the monster. It challenged you by describing locations through a collection of stories leaving you to extract the information that was relevant. Once you accomplished this you would either apply it to the knowledge you already knew about Malas locations or use different maps to pin point the specific locations you would need to travel to. Once there you would need to find items such parchment stuffed in a crack or a skull that had writing etched into it. Once you found the item (Which was unfortunately spoiled by Ctrl Shift) it would describe what you were looking at and give you a word in parentheses. I had the pleasure of working together with players from the guilds of Shadow Hunters Empire, Alien Beings, Order Among the Hated, Damage Inc, Very Important People, Royal Britannia Guards and Baja Role Players Alliance Chapter. We started the event early in the morning with SHE members Lycan, Rivi Ravenwynd, Zelda of Zed, Clair, Ozog and Shelra in their ventrilo (Hope I got that right) During that time we solved half of the books together but we were stuck on that good for nothing little…… Hermit man located East of Luna. Book #1 Natural Phenomena South Luna wall [scroll in the crack with the word ENTRY] Book #2 Luna Defenses City of Luna, West inside corner wall lights up [corner wall with word BEARING] Book #3 Forestry Findings DOOM [books with word WORTHY] Book #4 Life of Natives IV Grimswind Ruins Area [cornerstone word GUARDS] Book #5 A Night at the Hostel [5 gold boxes with the letters T H O S E] Book #6 Islands In Stars North of the main mountain range [Crystal with word TEMPLE] Book #7 Defeat of the Demons White Tree over the South Bridge from Luna [ Mushrooms word JUDGE] Book #8 Life of Natives I Large abandoned fort on the Southern Island of Malas [Banner on west wall with word HEARTS] Book #9 Life of Natives II Small Orc fort above and to the left of Luna [skull with word SHALL] Book #10 Life of Natives III Camp bottom of the Northern Crags and to the left [Fur word SOULS] Book #11 Life of Natives V The HERMIT [statue engraved III II III II - And This Shall Guide Thee] As players logged on we began working through ICQ as well, coordinating with the different guild Leaders Abby Normal, Nezuna and Nyx. Global chat at that time was of very little use or help even after we tried to explain they were following the Blue, Red and Gold Path books from the old Livery Quest. Once we were able to get everyone back on track and communicating between each other, solving the locations described in the Library took half the time it should of. We were later joined in Ventrilo by Demon Slayer, Sundina and a few others who didn’t want the answers but it did not take them long to reach the same spot we were stuck on. While running around Malas I stumbled upon a pink gate and was greeted by Elder EM Dudley. At that time I had no idea why Dudley had appeared or what the pink gate was. It was not until later in the midnight hours that I would find out the gate was the entrance to the next area and Elder EM Dudley was there fixing “1/2” of the teleport trick to enter the temple. I was saddened when I learned Dudley was not stalking me. [Fast forward 8hours -work-] I was informed by a few players that the EMs fixed a few bugs like the wall switch (which you could still just self resurrect in the room and resurrect others) and teleporting to the pink gate (which you could still do from the left side) but we will get to that interesting topic and my own opinion at the end. Now moving along to the different areas leading to the temple which I must say were impressive and amazing. Once you walked through the pink gate you were sent into to a very interesting room. (Only part of the cup room is shown in this picture) In here the undead were not the only thing you had to worry about almost killing you. You had to worry about the cups too!!! One wrong sip and you were zapped by lighting that took you to zero hit points, Fortunately Pooper was there to provide many resurrections. The room was setup perfectly with enough cups around to make it interesting. You were able to test a few of the cups before having energy bolts and fireballs flying at you from the undead. The cup that allowed you to move on to the next area was on the North table located on the West side of the room. This room had a clue that said “Only the honorable shall pass” Once you double clicked the door you were taken to what has been named “The tear pouring, keyboard slamming, mouse button breaking pull out your hair while screaming Hallway from Hell!” In this hallway you were greeted by blade spirits that could have only been created by Satan himself! The blade spirits only hit you for 1,024 hit points….nothing major or anything!!! Don’t worry there was a few “options” to get past them. If you took the time to understand the honor text you could have used the Honor virtue, Ethereal Voyage, 120parry with max DCI or Self resurrection. Another option was to have your friend resurrect you which was frowned upon but did not stop anyone from doing it. This brings us to the absolutely most important part of this event, THE TEMPLE DESIGN!!! This design leaves you in awe and wonder!!! When do they go on sale?!? Where can I buy one?!? And can I have one placed in my house?!? Just take a few minutes to look it over and all of its detail and wonderfulness! Now the temple…. Okay wait let’s just take another look! Can we get a shot of just the temple please? Okay I am done I swear! You find yourself standing before a beautifully designed, perfectly constructed and wonderfully colored temple! After all your hard work and frustrating grunts you have finally claimed your prize which is seeing this temple….oh and some blue thing you get from clicking it. With that all said we shall go back to the teleporting and wall switch topic that appears to have overshadowed the complete awesomeness and design of this event and. Throughout the entire night as the EMs slept, players assisted one another by resurrecting each other’s characters and allowing them to claim the prize. Without naming player names or guild names let’s just say it was ALLOT of players and guilds. What’s interesting about the situation is this, the reason behind the tricks or its official name “Circumventing Event Design” was the fear of the prize being turned off. Each player I was able to speak to still wanted to solve the event correctly but knew it would take more time then they had. With the prize being claimed by the masses and understanding if this happens the prize will be turned off. Many players I was able to speak to in the room felt they had the following options. 1. Solve it the correct way by working really hard and have the prize turned off before you finish. or 2. Claim the prize while you still can and then finish the event solving it the correct way. Now obviously this brings up the debate of it’s about the story and not about items. Since I am very opinionated I will give you mine. I am not going to spend countless hours on an event with no reward, that’s like asking me to do NPC Escort quest for hours and hours with no reward. I solved this debate by attending other Shard EM events in my spare time to get rewards that I enjoy having the chance to obtain while also enjoying the storyline at the same time. Now I also feel that something very important was overlooked and that is, EM Dudley and EM Drosselmeyer wanted to create a prize that was just for you, the Chesapeake players, which meant something to you and commemorated your success in solving this massive and challenging event. Maybe it’s just me but throughout all the years I have spent running communities and doing community events, finding people who think like this is a rare find. So that is my opinion….
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[EM Event] Awards Ceremony (Thursday 24th)
Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2011, 10:27 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
DATE: Thursday 24th March 2011 TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm CET, 4pm EDT, 11pm MSK LOCATION: Counsellor's Hall in Britain, Trammel The following are due to receive their sashes: Ayara Bee Bill Brakespeare Blend Boo Boo Guri Helvetica Hex [rank 2] Iljian [rank 2] Ixtab Source: Awards Ceremony
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[EM Event] The Grand Palio Series Discussion (Wednesday 23rd)
Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2011, 10:27 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
DATE: Wednesday 23rd March 2011 TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm CET, 4pm EDT, 11pm MSK LOCATION: Counsellor's Hall in Britain, Trammel Discussion about mechanics and a practice race or two in Nujelm. Click here to read more about this. Source: The Grand Palio Series Discussion [ooc Event]
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[EM News] Prisoners of War
Posted on Friday, March 18, 2011, 2:33 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
Prisoners of War EMSeppo Sitting in a dark corner of the cramped wagon, she attempted to control her breathing. She was used to being the one in charge. But, her current status as a prisoner afforded her with no such luxury, leeching all her will towards fending off the feelings of an overwhelming anxiety. A small hole in the ceiling revealed to her that it was well into late evening now. Think, woman, think! Some judge you are turning out to be! Stop playing with your hair like a frightened girl. Use your wits! A quick glance revealed a wagon full of citizens of Vesper from all walks of life. There were actors, sculptors, merchants, and even beggars. Little did she realize at the time that there were similar wagons transporting seemingly random, but carefully selected, bane prisoners all across Britannia. They had been on the road for what seemed like hours and she had lost all sense of direction. Suddenly, the wagon lurched to a screeching halt and she heard voices followed by heavy footsteps. “Aeey, you there! Ged the prisoners out and lock em’ up. Onef the ‘ooded ones be’ere in a few days to ‘process’ em. I’ll see to gettin’ us some to drink.” This is it, Liddie. Pull your skirt up and be brave. It is now or never! Clenching her fists and taking a deep breath, Judge Lydia Ironwood stood up defiantly... Date: Saturday, March the 19th. Time: 3:00 PM PST / 6:00 PM EST. Location: Castle Britannia Throne Room.
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Character Transfers Unavailable Until Tomorrow
Posted on Friday, March 18, 2011, 2:03 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com Character Transfers Unavailable Until Tomorrow Rowland Cox 18 Mar 2011 16:33:10 EST Greetings, Due to an essential maintenance the option to transfer characters won't be available until after tomorrows (03/19) downtime. Thank you for your understanding.
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[EM Event] Lilly the Fortune Teller has News

Posted on Friday, March 18, 2011, 10:57 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Lock up your gold, gems and green mead because it seems the pesky leprechaun is coming to a town near you.

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Lilly the Fortune Teller brings us news: Mischief will be afoot Saturday (3/19) in the form of a Leprechaun. Do not try to catch him! Do not make any wishes! Avoid him! *Lilly frowns* Now it was pointed out to me that if you didn’t know where he was going to be how could you avoid him? So avoid these areas: outside the city of Luna, outside the city of Brit tram, and outside the city of Yew fel.

You have been warned!

Sangria

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Welcome Trenton
Posted on Thursday, March 17, 2011, 5:15 PM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
I would like to introduce to you all...drum rolls Trenton our new reporter for Stratics Sonoma! Greetings Sonoma! Hail and well met! My name is Trenton and as a new member of the UO Stratics Sonoma team and I wanted to take a few minutes and introduce myself. First off, let me say how exited I am to be part of the Stratics team. I hope that by providing a brief background on myself that you will feel like you know me as one of your own. I was born in early December 1998 in Skara Brea, Napa Valley. Ultima Online was a new and exciting world that I couldn’t wait to explore. In the coming years I was fortunate enough to meet many wonderful players, become part of a guild and make some great friends. To this day some of my fondest UO memories are my days as a newbie exploring the dungeons and participating in our guild activities. In 2003 some of my real life responsibilities (I became a husband and father) caught up with me and I decided it was time to bid farewell to Sosaria. I said my goodbyes and passed along my accounts to some friends who were still playing. As the years went by I would often reminisce with my wife about UO friends and activities. We fast forward to 2010 with a new account and a whole new world of Ultima Online to explore. I have been back for just under a year now and my how things have changed. However, one thing seems to have remained the same… even with all that the world of Ultima has to offer, the most exciting, the most fun, and the most memorable moments seem to come from interacting with those around us. As a member of the Stratics team one of my primary responsibilities will be reporting on our events and representing our shard to those who visit the Stratics site. But, most of all I am looking forward to getting to know you, your guild, and what our community means to you. Until we meet in game I bid thee farewell and safe journeys. Trenton
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Publish 70.0 Available on Test Center 1 Today
Posted on Thursday, March 17, 2011, 12:52 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Publish 70.0 Available on Test Center 1 Today Calvin Crowner 17 Mar 2011 14:11:03 EST Greetings, Publish 70.0 will be available on Test Center 1 after 4pm today. You can find the publish notes as well as the notes for the Classic Client 7.0.13 and the Enhanced Client 4.0.13 below. This client patch is mandatory, please make sure that you get it! Be aware that this patch is larger than usual, as we are pushing the last set of missing animation files. We encourage you to check out what's new and thank you for your feedback. Publish 70.0.0 We currently have a copy of Great Lakes on Test Center 1. Hopefully this will make it a little easier to test what we have done in Maginica with the lotto. Magincia Plot Lotto There are 22 lots each in both Trammel and Felucca. The island is divided up by North and South end. The North end is the area towards the beach area and these plots are 10K per ticket and you are allowed to buy one ticket per account per plot. The South end is towards the bank and these are 2K a ticket and there are no ticket purchase limits. Magincia Planting System Players are able to plant seeds in grassy areas around Magincia by using a hoe. The players will have to maintain the upkeep of the seeds to keep them healthy. Only the owner of the seed can take care of the plant . The plant will be tagged with the owners name and the date he/she planted it. Players will be able to dig up the plants after they have matured and they will continue to keep the player’s name, the date planted and the date harvested. Abyss Quest and Monsters Added a new quest in the Abyss, this quest will start with Xeninfor the Security Advisor and he can be found in the Royal Palace. We have also added a few new mobs to challenge your fighting talents. Bug Fixes Veteran Reward Statues such as the Efreet, Harrower, Therathan Matriarch and the Fire Ant can now be turned off an on. The issue with fish that are fished up by a non High Seas entitled account not having resources was fixed. You can now fish up the new fish in Shame level 4 with the correct entitlement. You should now be able to obtain the Magic Key for the Puzzle Room. Faction Traps were removed from Magincia Players having a false reading of having a ship placed should be fixed Magic Reflection: A Murderer using magic reflect will be flagged criminal if they reflect the paralyze spell back onto a blue character Detect hidden will once again detect everyone. Detect hidden will apply out of hide timer to detected players that are freely aggressable. Splintering weapons do not lose max durability allowing them to proc infinity without destroying the weapon Players cannot parry when wielding a throwing weapon and a shield. Players who were stuck in a state where they were unable to place a new ship will once again be able to place ships. Magincia is no longer part of the Factions system. Scalis Eels will now last a maximum of 2 minutes Both facings of the kabuto can be dyed with the Metallic dye tub. Enhanced Client Starting Locations Players can now pick what part of the world you would like for your character to begin. You will have the option to start in New Haven if you wish. Young players can start where ever they like but the default will still be New Haven. Bug Fixes Trading an item from one using the Enhanced client to another will carry over the item's position in the old backpack to the new backpack has been fixed. Classic Client Starting Locations Players can now pick what part of the world you would like for your character to begin. You will have the option to start in New Haven if you wish. Young players can start where ever they like but the default will still be New Haven.
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[EM Event - 3/19] Sparky's World Tour
Posted on Thursday, March 17, 2011, 12:20 AM EDT by Phayde (GreatLakes)
(this just in from EM Elizabella...) Sparky has disappeared! The gentle beetle, who lived under Trammel Brit. Gate for many years, is gone. The entrance to his cave is inaccessible. Whatever can have happened? Help look for him on Saturday, March 19th, at 4 p.m. CDT. We'll gather at the Britain Counselor Hall.
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[EM News] "A Wee Bit O' Fun." Tomorrow at 8:00 PM PST / 11:00 PM EST.
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 5:15 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
"Aah, A Wee Bit O' Fun!" EMCrysania Come celebrate with the Drunken Leprechaun in a wee bit o' St. Patricks Day Fun! The Ol' Lad will be hosting the following games. Drunken Dagger Toss. Bring ye a couple bottles o' ye favorite brew and get ready to let them blades fly! Fist a Cuffs while drunk with a variety of lil' spawned critters. No armor, weapons or castin' allowed! ...and ye must wear jus' regular clothes! Drinkin' Roulette! Take yer chances with a Lovely Green Brew. Ye get to pick the bag, and must drink the fine brew within...! Date: Thursday, March the 17th. Time: 8:00 PM PST / 10:00 PM EST. Location: Skara Brae Faire Grounds.
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Grim News at the Cats Lair Tavern
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 5:12 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
Grim News at the Cats Lair Tavern WarderDragon Tonight Defenders of Britannia gathered at the behest of Jenkins, Lord Captain Commander of the Guard, to discuss the State of Britannia and the War of Corruption, known to some as the Crusade. There the Captain revealed who is, for all intents and purposes, in charge of the Kingdom, and how that current government intends to defeat the Devil of Magincia. Below is what was discussed. I. The Captain revealed that the Guard has declared Martial Law and now controls the Britannian Government. He also revealed that Britannia will - for all intents and purposes - return to a Council form of Government when the war concludes. This prompted an exchange of dark looks and hushed whispers amongst the gathering. It would appear that the Government - the Britannian Provisional Government on Paper - is the same Provisional Government drawing parcels on the maps of the Isle, promising that the wealthiest Britannian Entrepreneurs and Nobles will have a place in this New Magincia. II. He revealed to us that the Demon had not anticipated our resolve; believing that the death of the Queen would strip us of our strength and send us spiraling into despair. Jenkins believes if we stand firm - and strong - that is the weakness of Virtuebane. III. The Captain revealed that in the Bane Chosens tactical retreat from Ilshenar and the Northern Villages of Britannia, their order had begun to round up the strongest and most intellegent men and women, throwing them on slave wagons which disappeared into the night. Considering the demons talent for corrupting the Innocence and Virtue of Free Men, turning them into mutated defilers wreathed in demonic power, it is this reporters opinion that Virtuebane is creating a new Legion upon which he intends to wage War upon Britannia. Our Spies and Rangers are being ordered to search the Woods and Mountain Passes. There might still be time to recover our lost Brothers and Sisters. There was no word on the Sword of Queen Dawn, though Bane Goldems wreathed in golden light continue to patrol the mountain passes above the Shrine where the Sword disappeared.
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[RP News] Recent Events in Britain and Rumors of Crazed Townspeople
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 5:03 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
Recent Events in Britain and Rumors of Crazed Townspeople Author Unknown “…Oh heavens! The voice coming from that young bard is just enchanting. Almost started to tear I, I did. Have you ever heard such beautiful sounds coming from someone so young?”, the elderly woman Adelaide commented to her friend Margaret. Her eyes closed, and lost in the reverie of what they heard earlier that evening, Margaret responded, “Most indeed Adelaide, most indeed indeed.” The two women had recently spent the early evening hours visiting the Conservatory of Music in Britain, always willing to lend their ears and their applause to the young practicing musicians and bards that worked at improving their musical skills hours on end. For the two aged retired women, it was a peaceful way to pass the time away from the usual boredom of home. After the Conservatory of Music closed its doors for the evening, the two women decided to share a sip of tea atop the peaceful rooftop of West Britain Bank. Adelaide covered her mouth as she had a coughing fit and then soothed her sore throat with a smooth drink of tea. Drawing in a deep relaxing breath, she found herself crinkling her nose. Her nostrils suddenly overcome with a foul odor in the air. “You smell it too, hmm?” Margaret spoke, “I noticed that awful stench too as soon as we sat down a short while ago. Makes me wonder if perhaps Britain’s sewers are backing up?” The corner of Adelaide’s mouth twitched and then formed a smile as she retorted, “Sewers? Not this time. Were you not paying attention earlier to what the young minstrels were giggling and talking about while they had a break between songs? You really ought to pay more attention to the children Margaret. They say the most astonishing things sometimes! I overheard one say of the boys say that he spotted a gargoyle in Britain this last weekend who surrounded the entire West Britain Bank with fish, fish, and more fish! Some foolish nonsense about the fish circle acting as a protective ward against Virtuebane. I guess children will say anything for attention these days.” Margaret looked on with little concern, finding the stories children tell sometimes to be exaggerated or even made up. “Speaking of strange things, a stranger said something to me the other day that made my skin crawl, and it weren’t of no child neither!”, Margaret’s eyes widened and her voice lowered as she continued. “ I was sitting in the East Side Park two mornings ago here in Britain, feeding the birds as I usually do when someone strolled by and said to me, “Not sure I would be sitting out here all alone if I were you, ma’am. Not trying to give you cause for worry, but… queer rumors going round about crazed townsfolk wandering Britain of late. Running around like madmen and madwomen, clawing at themselves and pulling out their own hair. Even heard that two crazed townsfolk attacked a stray dog, killing it by driving a knife into the poor dog’s belly. When someone approached so see what happened, the crazed lunatics started chasing the innocent passerby, snarling as they went as if having lost all their wits and sense! I advise you, be careful out here all alone. Strange things brewing.” A look of anxiety crossed over Adelaide’s face as she set down her cup of tea, “Rumors, is all they are woman! Rumors. The man probably just had too many drinks that morning at the Salty Dog and was more drunk than a sailor at port.” Adelaide offered up a rumor of her own she recently heard, “Speaking of taverns, Marg. Robert told me he was having a drink at the Cat’s Lair yesterday when he overheard one of the bar wenches talking about a giant sized demon that was growling and causing all kinds of ruckus until the barkeep, Tirion Mograine, and one of the town guards wrestled it back outside the tavern. This demon weren’t one of those little frisky goblins or Yattering often found around Britain neither, but something large and ferocious!” The two old women finished the rest of their tea in silence as they quietly watched people come and go around West Britain Bank. When they were finished, both women got up slowly and headed home. Before parting ways, Adelaide spoke again, “Margaret my dear. You almost had me with that frightening tale about crazed townsfolk attacking animals and chasing after people for no good reason. Almost, but not quite.” The two friends hugged warmly and went off their separate ways. Margaret thought to herself as she walked home, “I hope the stranger that told me that chilled tale was as drunk as Adelaide thinks. Perhaps it best that I will skip visiting the East Side Park tomorrow morning, just in case. Just in case.”
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[RP News] When True Night Falls: Malevolence
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 4:59 PM EDT by WarderDragon (Baja)
When True Night Falls: Malevolence The Freeborn Press The murder of a married couple three nights ago has the inhabitants of Northern Britain bolting their doors and oiling their weapons. Gustave and Richelle von Mordenheim were discovered by their landlord at nine in the morning ...maimed corpses still warm to the touch. The lovers appear to have been mauled to death by one or more large creatures who appear to have gained entrance through the window. Later that morning remains - hearts and other unidentified entrails - were discovered in the center of a ritual pentagram of sheeps blood in the Masoleum of Britain. It is suspected the remains belong to the aforementioned couple. While there is no established link between their deaths and the impending Invasion of the Bane Chosen, fearful citizens have begun stocking arms and armor. Weapon sales have increased threefold since the initial rumors of the murder began to spread.
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Contribution to Japan Relief
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 10:16 AM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com Contribution to Japan Relief Calvin Crowner 16 Mar 2011 12:52:21 EST Greetings, As many of you know, a great number of our playerbase is in Japan. We also have a team in Tokyo, so the events in Japan over the last week have affected us deeply. If you care to contribute to Japan relief we have added a button in the right column of the Herald page which will take you to Americares.org. You can find out more about the organization here. Thank you for your attention!
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USA Alliance Fair
Posted on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, 11:14 PM EDT by Nexus (Chesapeake)
Guardian's Gate, and the USA Alliance Presents 1st Monthly USA Alliance Fair March 20th, 2011 This Sunday, starting at 8pm and lasting a minmum of one hour the members of the USA Alliance are hosting a Fair open to all members of the Chesapeake Community. The following services will be provided for anyone who wishes to attend. Special Events: Suit Raffles There will be a raffle for two custom suits one designed for Mages and another for Warriors. Details such as ticket cost will be made available at the event. Services: Free Repairs - Crafters of every type will be present to repair any piece of equipment you can bring. Imbuing advice and services will be available - If you wish to have items imbued you must bring materials including those to cover failure attempts. Newbie Gear - Show up wearing a [young] tag and receieve a 100% LRC or 70's resist Suit and a Full Spellbook/Weapon to train with. Pet Training - Shadow iron Elementals will be provided as well as advice on how to train your pets to maximum potential in the easiest manner. Pet Taming - Crafters, and Warriors will be able to recieve free of charge pets such as Swamp Dragons, Giant Beetles, and Fire Beetles. Others who request specific mounts such as Ridable Llamas, Ridgebacks, Ostards, Nightmares and Unicorns will be accomidated as well, Due to time constraints Cu Sidhe and Greater Dragons will not be provided as a Tame option. Custom Crafting. Furniture will be crafted on request, Add-ons can be crafted if any of the necessary special materials are provided, such as with the Hovering Wisp statue and the Soul Forge. If stone items are desired materials are requested to be supplied by the person wanting them. 110 Power Scrolls will be provided on first come first serve basis depending on availability of the desired scroll. Sign up to be contacted for future BoD swap nights. Gates to the Fair will be provided in Luna and New Haven, Runes will be dropped in the Luna and New Haven Bank areas on the day prior and day of the event.
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Magincia in Extended Internal Test
Posted on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, 10:07 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Magincia in Extended Internal Test Calvin Crowner 15 Mar 2011 18:42:21 EST Greetings, While the preparation for the launch of Pub70 to the test center is in full swing, our internal testing on the changes to Magincia require one more day of review. Pub 70 will be available on Test Center this Thursday, March 17. The client patch for Pub70 requires a server restart. Therefore on Thursday, beginning at 3:00 pm EDT we will bring down all shards. We expect all shards to be back online no later than 5:00 pm EDT. As an additional note, we have added a purpose for the blue crystals so many players have asked about. They will have a use in the growth of Magincia.
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Sonoma Memorial Service for earthquake/tsunami victims
Posted on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, 10:43 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Open to all shards & all players ... A Candle Ceremony with a Moment of Silence will be held on Friday, March 18, 2011 for Japan & those affected by the earthquake and tsunami. The community gathering will begin at 6pm PT, 7pm MT, 8pm CT, 9pm ET on Homare - Jima, Tokuno Island at the Sculpture Flower Garden ~ Gates available from Haven & Luna Banks
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Pub 70 Delayed to go Live
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 7:35 PM EDT by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Pub 70 Delayed to go Live Calvin Crowner 14 Mar 2011 22:10:16 EST We will be bringing build 70 to the test center on Wednesday March 16^th. As always, we ask that you participate in this test phase and give us your feedback However, in light of the events in Japan we will be extending the Test Center phase of this publication. Publish 70 is the end of the live event and the new beginning of Magincia and we want all players to have a chance to participate; and we recognize that there may be many members of our Japanese community who may be unable to participate at this time So here is our current release plan for build 70: Test Center Deployment: 03/16. Our expectation is that we will publish to Origin in around 2 weeks. Of course, as events change, we will keep all of the community updated We will be putting a back up of Great Lakes on Test Center 1. We hope this encourages you to log in and discover for yourself how the lotto system on Magincia works. In addition to the house plot lotto please enjoy the new system of planting seeds and watching your plants group in the open land of Magincia Thank you for your understanding. We are looking forward to getting your feedback and please join us when we say that the hearts and thoughts of our team go out to our Japanese friends.
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[EM Event] Hall of Commons March 25th 2011

Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 11:50 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Hall of Commons Meeting
March 25th @ 6:00PM PST
HOC Britannia, Trammel

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Pvpers! Please send a representative! Mesanna has a proposal we’d like to share and input on.

Sangria

General Information
The Hall Of Commons will also be used to start community wide projects such as Festivals or other community driven events. The floor will be open to announcements and discussions on all topics related to the Sonoma community. So if there is something you want to talk about, or an event you wish to announce feel free to bring it up during the meeting.

Announcements
If you have something you would like to announce or discuss. You can contact the EMs on the EM website or post directly on the EM forums.

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[EM Event] The Awakening of a Friend

Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 11:26 AM EDT by Exmortis (Sonoma)

I love trees! I love to burn them when cooking my favourite pot of gunk. I love to write long drawn out boring stories on parchment made from them. I love to sit under them when I had too much mead and can’t recall from the tavern for the life of me….and then there is Tobby.

Tobby a Treefellow was gravely ill and no one had a clue as to what had stricken this gentle fellow. We had moved him outside a couple of evenings before so he would be comfortable. What was wrong with this friend of Sosaria? Daniel said that maybe Elizabeth would be able to help us and to meet her this eve.

The citizens of Sosaria were seated in the hall and a rumble of discussions was all about the room. The greatest healers in our land were present but none of them had a clue as to what could be done and then Elizabeth entered the room.

Elizabeth began to speak of the situation of Tobby and how he had been ill for many moons. She suggested that we need to find the memory fragments as one of them may hold the key to the cure for our poor friend. The first stop she suggested we make was to Castle Britannia where one of the fragments may be.

The rush began as people rummaged all through the castle looking for clues as to where the fragment could be. Then all of a sudden resistance reared its ugly head in one of the rooms on the second floor. The fearless warriors engaged and dispatched of the enemy to find that they were guarding a diary with further information needed.

The clues were sending us all over Sosaria and with every stop a new foul beast was waiting to slow down our progress. The healers were working overtime to the point they had to resurrect many of their own. The quarters were close in some of the battles and there was nowhere to hide for this reporter to observer…so I also went into combat.

The battles did come to an end and our final clues were revealed. The key to Tobby’s cure had been found within the power of a shield and a little dab of snake oil. The mammoth being awoke but was still weak and would need time to heal. Then Elizabeth suggested we take him to a nice open spot outside to get some sun and fresh air.

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“He could hear hubbub as he was dragged across the floor. A door opened. Oh how wonderful to be outside again. The earth smelled like home to him. He did not know for how long he had lain there before more grunting, heaving and pulling. He was being dragged again. Tobby hoped these were his friends. Oh No! He was going back inside. The floor was hard and the air stale. He wondered why he was being taken indoors again. He could hear muffled voices. He wished he could understand. Then there was a very strong aroma. Was it a medicinal smoke? Words he could hear.

“The healing deed has now been done
He in need will return anon. Now rest.”

He did seem to feel better but also strange. He could now make out the words spoken around him. It was Elizabeth speaking. She put a blanket on him. Others told him to get better. A quick debate about where he should rest resulted in more tugging. He was grateful all his limbs had healed.
A door opened. They were taking him outside. He could feel a fresh breeze and smell the water. This was a nice place. There was earth all about him. He felt his body vibrate with life. Yes this was good. He was one with the mother earth. He felt completely absorbed by it as she completely surrounded him.
He felt like spring now. Warm sap was flowing through his veins. His twigs and branches were sprouting new life. He felt new.”

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[Report] Colonel Clegg Introduces Himself (Tuesday 8th)
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 11:10 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
Sorry for the delay in this report, Been a busy week! ;) In a very small room the Royal Guard huddled together unsure what to expect. The way didn't last long as Colonel Clegg appeared from behind the red curtain. Quote: Colonel Clegg: "There's a lot of you here! So do you all know how to sail a ship?" A mixed response echoed through the small room. Quote: Colonel Clegg: "Hurm, well I guess the ones who don't know how to sail can at least clean the decks." Calis: "Scuse me Colonel. Names Calid Clais, Admiral of Moonglow Navy." Colonel Clegg: "Clais? Isn't that a girls name?" Calis: "On our way here we saw a ship that had men dressed like thieves from britain's guard patrol." Colonel Clegg: "Raises a brow Thieves from Britain?" Calis: "Aye." Colonel Clegg: "Aha! That must have been the Pirates from Amoebe Island. Grunts A very troublesome bunch, They are the reason I called you here tonight. The pirates of Amoebe Island are blocking the trade lines. They've been attacking ships sailing between Trinsic, Serpent's Hold and Jhelom. And last week.... They were even bold enough to steal a ship!" Calis from the Moonglow Navy then offered the services of their ship, The MNS Raptor! At the docks everyone started to board the massive ship. After a long journey the Moonglow Navy finally found the island and a boat full of pirates! After the pirates had been killed Clegg decided to take the boat and requested someone sail it back to Serpent's Hold. Another pirate ship was found and this time a royal ship from Trinsic aided in capturing the ship. Quote: Colonel Clegg: "Have all the pirates been defeated?" Aragorn: "Aye." Colonel Clegg: "Then we should take possession of the merchants ship." Back at a much busier dock, The Moonglow Navy's Raptor, As well as the Trinsic ship, The merchant ship and pirate ship sat still. Colonel Clegg: "Excellent Work, You are all fine material for the Navy and I would gladly sail with you again."
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[Report] A Week-long Investigation Brings Results
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 10:39 AM EDT by Mapper (Europa)
On Monday 7th the Royal Guard met with Fynn Barrett at his tower for a patrol of Britain and thank goodness it occured! On the east side of Britain the guard stumbled into the middle of a Jewellery robbery! The burglars wearing masks were taken down, those who hadn't run away that is, but they had already stolen a list of valuables as well as kill the Jeweller! -------------------------------------------- On Thursday 10th the Royal Guard yet again met with Fynn and he asked we patrol the city once more. The city seemed quiet, But suddenly, I personally witnessed the most appalling crime. A lovely man painting the most gorgeous fruit bowl was victim to hunger! Yes that's right, Traveler there ate the mans posing fruit bowl! :eek: The unknown man was almost finished with the painting and began to show off his house, A few of the Royal Guard had a look around and found something rather familar! In the mans bedroom a piece of Jewellery that was stolen from the Jewellers on Monday! Quote: Iljian: "Where did you buy it? Kalman Wobbleand: "Hmmm... from some feller at the tavern" Hex: "Which tavern?" Kalman Wobbleand: "I'm sorry friend! I had a LOT to drink that night!" It was decided the first port of call would be the Salty Dog, Being the nearest tavern to the painters home. At the Salty Dog Tavern a man named William the Fence sat at a table. After talking it turns out this man was indeed the supplier Kalman was talking about. According to William he gets his stock from a mysterious man in the tavern. Quote: William: "He comes to meet me here at the tavern fairly regularly, Usually between 8pm and 9pm. He will only come when he feels it's safe though....." Tari Seregon: "We could hide downstairs." William: "Sure, go to the basement." After a good while of waiting, 9oclock arrived and it was time to report back to Fynn. Fynn was pleased with the lead and suggested the entire Royal Guard come back the next day for another stakeout between 8-9pm of the Tavern. -------------------------------------------- The next day on Friday 11th the Royal Guard along with the Yewish Militia waited for Fynn at his office near Britain Bank. Fynn arrived, He suggested to hide upstairs or look like casual drinkers in the tavern rather than hiding downstairs in the basement... And so another stakeout began! The tavern was very busy and with a lone tavernkeeper he was rushed off his feet! Everything was going well, Until Leo Madsen from Yew asked... for a water. Bickering between Leo and the Tavernkeeper broke out into punches and the tavern regulars soon had the Tavernkeepers back! The tavern suddenly then caught fire and the Tavernkeeper screamed for everyone to get out! After a while outside, some Royal Guard went back inside and were able to put out the fire. Quote: Tavernkeeper: "You've managed to put out the flames." Leo from Yew then suggested the tavernkeeper started the fire on purpose! Quote: Rene The Tavernkeeper: "I didn't start the fire!" Leo Madsen: "I'm arresting you!" Leo and his Yewish guard then took the Tavernkeeper to jail whilst most of the Royal Guard remained at the Tavern to wait for this thief, However as time went on it was clear he was not going to be there that night. Back at Fynns tower, it was decided the Tavernkeeper would be released and another stakeout of the Tavern would occur on Saturday evening. -------------------------------------------- Saturday 12th arrived and yet another stakeout of the Tavern was planned. Not long after the Royal Guard settled into a seat a man with a cutlass entered the tavern. Quote: George The Pirate]: "AH, William I have something for you.... Is it safe?" George then produced a pair of earrings from his pocket and traded for gold with William. Quote: Calis: "You! Halt!" George The Pirate: "Oh No!" George then ran out of the tavern towards the West of Britain. At the river through Britain the pirate had boarded a row boat and was making way towards the docks! Thankfully the Moonglow Navy were very experienced in naval battles and chases and managed to position a row boat of their own in the path of George the pirate capturing him! George the pirate was then chained and taken to a cell in Lord British Castle for the evening, He had little to say but that his friends would come capture him. At Fynn's tower the Royal Guard told him the good news and about how Argus from the Moonglow Navy helped to stop Georges escape. -------------------------------------------- The next day on Sunday 13th Fynn requested the Royal Guard keep an eye on George in prison as he keeps mentioning his friends would free him. At the cell everything was normal, until a hairy nun came along with some food. She covered her mouth quickly and spoke. Jacky The Nun: "You should see the mustache of the mother superior. I am Jacky the Nun, I bring the prisoners their food" After being approved entry to the cell the nun left some food and left. George then hid under his bed which caused a small panic among the guard, some hid, some went to check the roof and others managed to run out of the building just in time for what was about to happen next... Suddenly an explosion rocked the cell quarters, It wasn't until the smoke cleared that all became clear.. The cell was empty! Outside Fynn stood next to a map, he must have heard the explosion and rushed over! The map on the floor had a mark to an island near Britain, Possibly fallen out of Georges bag it was decided to head to the docks and to Fynn's ship! Everyone boarded Fynn's lovely blue ship and it set sail, It wasn't a long trip before the common sight of the pirates came into view! After battling through several pirate ships the guard had arrived at the island pinned on the dropped map. The island was swamped with further pirates! The island pirates had been killed and everyone boarded Fynn's boat once again and it travelled to the south of the island where further pirate ships were found. After a long battle Fynn sailed the boat back to Britain, George had not been found but at least the pirates know the full force they are dealing with! A few pirates were spotted and killed in the City of Britain after Fynns de-brief at the docks.
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House of Commons Meet 3/13/11
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 5:27 AM EDT by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
HoC31311 Chesapeake House of Commons Britain Plains Sunday March 13th, 2010 This weeks weekly with EM's Dudley and Drosselmeyer perhaps set a new land speed record for this event. lasting but a mere 15 mins the em's swiftly moved through this weeks announcements: Monday March 14th: Royal Guard Uniform Design Contest come to an end. In game voting will take place at the next Royal Guard event in April.Winners will be displayed at the royal guard barracks located in Serpents Hold. Royal Guard Map: New map posted for Royal Guard locations in Serpents Hold, they can be viewed in the EM Forums. Wednesday March 16th: Sons of the Sea Fishing Tournament 8- 10pm EST EM advise to be ready for high seas adventure with fully stocked ships and players of all varities for attacks from unknown creatures seem imminent! Friday March 18th: "The Duplicity of Man" event. Info and fiction can be found in the EM Forums. This event investigates into the deaths of recent rp characters Tavalia Zadok and Commander Sheffield. TBA Event: Fiction for the tba event on the weekend of March 26th, 2010 should hit the forums tonight!
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Community Hunts - Week of March 14th
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 5:26 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
*Warning: If an invasion occurs on the same night, the community hunt is cancelled in favour of the defense of the sieged town(s)* Want to go hunting but don't have a big enough group? Are you looking for good guides to dungeons you've yet to explore? The community hunts are open to everyone! Come show your support for the Lake Superior community and take a walk on the wild side at the same time. Meet some new and old friends and have a bit of a challenge along the way. Doom Gauntlet run Date: Tuesday, March 15th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Peerless Hunt Date: Wednesday, March 16th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Backrock Golem hunt Date: Thursday, March 17th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Champ Spawn Hunt Date: Friday, March 18th Time: 9:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Hosts: Taeara Mi'aken And remember, these hunts are for everyone, regardless of their skill level or guild affiliation. Come meet new friends, see new places, gain experience and just have fun. Sabina Nikolai, High Marshall, Community Hunt Organizer The Order of the Silver Rose Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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Auctions for Week of March 14th
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 5:24 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
The following are our Auctions for this week on Lake Superior: Archdemon Auction Date: Monday, March 14th Time: 9:00 pm CST Location: Out the North gate of Luna & 3 houses East Contact: Rose - ICQ 576122555
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304th Assembly of the High Council
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 5:12 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
*304th Assembly of the High Council* Date: Monday, March 14, 2011 Time: 10:00 PM EDT/9:00 PM CDT Note Location Change: Mage Tower, Trammel Facet (Northern Tip of Moonglow Island, Behind the mage shop) Meeting Agenda: - Updates regarding the investigation on current threats to the High Council. - The High Council will discuss the present political and military situation in the realm. - Other items to be announced at the meeting. High Council of Britannia Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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Community Meet Up - Tonight!
Posted on Monday, March 14, 2011, 5:10 AM EDT by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Community Meet Up – March 14, 2011 Date: Every Monday Night Time: 7:30PM CST Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Meeting Agenda: We'll hear weekly announcements of upcoming events and hunts for Lake Superior from Sabina our events coordinator. The weekly community meetings, events, hunts, etc are always open to the public. No invitations needed! Everyone is always welcome to come ask questions, make plans, or make announcements. Bring a friend if you can make it, tell a friend if you can't!
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Imperium Herald 3-14-11
Posted on Sunday, March 13, 2011, 11:16 PM EDT by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)

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Fishing Hall of Fame Tournament!
Posted on Saturday, March 12, 2011, 9:16 PM EST by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)

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[RP News] From the Desk of Corporal Brackus: Town Guard Recruitment
Posted on Saturday, March 12, 2011, 4:08 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
From the Desk of Corporal Brackus: Town Guard Recruitment Corporal Brackus Copies of the letter have been posted throughout Britain. With the recent robbery of the First Bank of Britain and the looming threat of Invasion, the Town Guard of Britain is seeking additional battle hardened men and women to join our ranks and protect the fine citizens of Britain. Those wishing to join the Town Guard themselves should leave a note inside one of the logs located in the West Britain Garrison or speak with any guard currently on duty. Corporal Brackus, West Britain Garrison.
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[RP News] When True Night Falls: Hatred
Posted on Saturday, March 12, 2011, 4:05 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
When True Night Falls: Hatred The Freeborn Press The violence surrounding the Magincian War took an ominous turn last night as Citizens of Vesper formed a mob and turned on a pair of women suspected of courting Bane Commanders during the Invasion. Victoria O'Connor and Yvette Ashford were hung just before dawn near the Northern Crossroads of Vesper, not more than a mile from the Town Square. Both women had been roused from their beds by the angry mob of some two dozen townspeople and dragged to the site where they were stripped, mutilated and hanged. Guardsmen tell us that the marks branded on their foreheads are an ancient pagan sigil used to ward off demons. The pair are being brought back to their birthplace in Britain to be buried. Suspects have not been identified.
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[EM News] Licking Wounds
Posted on Saturday, March 12, 2011, 3:17 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
Licking Wounds EM Seppo The following letter comes from the desk of Captain Jenkins. Hear Ye, Hear Ye! All well-meaning allies are summoned to take stock of the situation at hand. It is time to get together and discuss. Many paths lay in front of us, but the choices are not clear. The meeting shall take place on Tuesday, March 15th at 8:30 PM PST. The location of the meeting will be announced at a later date via the event criers. Signed, Captain Jenkins
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[EM Event] Tobby
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 11:28 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Story by Sorelia The Counselor's Hall seemed chilly the night of the meeting for Daniel's students. Standing in the empty chambers I wondered what this meeting would hold for the eager minds about to attend? Slowly they entered, quietly took their seats and friendly warm chatter began among the students. But tonight had a somber note as Daniel appeared. He was dressed in black. Fitting for the duties of unraveling the mysteries surrounding the unwittingly gross actions of destruction that Virtue Bane has dealt to this land. The Queen is dead and the battle rages. But to the details of the night... The students have practiced decoding and working at disabling the guards around Virtue Bane. Daniel asked if anyone had taken some guards out. "Yes," cried Queen elf Sandy and Miri. Daniel was pleased and stated, " we will continue to best him." It is agreed by the members this night that Virtue Bane plans to take over this land and rid the world of virtues. A despicable act for which the plan is to "stand firm and defeat him." But how is this to commence? He has killed the queen, defeated us in battle and stands shielded by his guards. There was a sharp warning to Queen elf Sandy and Queen Mum for caution as they too might be targets. Surprised, Mum stated she was defenseless except to throw cookies at them all. Then came some speculation from the students wondering about Bane's plans. " Perhaps he is making tiger blood!" The crowd fell silent. Daniel's mood suddenly changed as he talked about their dear friend Tobby. He is the gentle Treefellow who fought valiantly in battle and was pushed off a building. Daniel winced, " Tobby is looking pale and he is fading. We have to find a cure for him." The student were very sad to hear the news. Condolences spawned from every member of the group and it was agreed that they must help Tobby. They were all invited to see Tobby at the healers lodge in Britan where he was being treated. The gate was opened and not one person hesitated. The crowd poured through to the lodge in Britan in an instant and to their dismay, Tobby lay, near death, on the healers cot. Some brought potions and reagents to help. Some brought bandages but nothing they had with them could help poor Tobby. The stench in the lodge was sickening. Many had to stand near the door for fresh air. All were very distraught but hope abounded when a student yelled, "but his root is still good!" The eager students came up with a plan to move Tobby. They would replant him in Yew under the shade of the vast yew trees in fertile soil. Certainly, the soil, fresh rain and air would revive their friend and comrade. The task was clear. They must get Tobby out of the stench and into fresh, dewy air. This would certainly revive him. It was a demanding task. Their small arms were not equal to the task of carrying a Treefellow. Earnest with hope and desire they began to tug. Daniel at the lead, they dragged Tobby, inch by inch, to the door of the lodge and not the fresh air under a tree next to the healers lodge. Tobby was now in a better place to heal. More suited to him. As they stood around their gentle giant. Daniel began talking about an artifact. The students were curious and listened carefully. Daniel had met a woman named Elizabeth. She talked to him about an artifact called a shard gem. She disclosed that this artifact stores ancient memory. Perhaps this will give clues about Virtue Bane and his plan. Elizabeth will join us this Saturday to explain. Come and join the Daniel and his students this Saturday evening at the North Britannia Counselor's Hall. Sorelia
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Publish 69.7.1 coming to all Shards - 03/12
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 10:04 PM EST by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Publish 69.7.1 coming to all Shards - 03/12 Rowland Cox 11 Mar 2011 19:52:36 EST Greetings! Publish 69.7.1 will be release to all shards during the next maintenance. These are the notes: Publish 69.7.1 Cliloc fix for plant gump, this should remove the errors players are seeing when trying to water plants.
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Magincia Plot Guidelines
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 2:37 PM EST by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Magincia Plot Guidelines Rowland Cox 11 Mar 2011 18:28:11 EST Greetings, We have uploaded a document which explains the ways in which Magincia shall be reconstructed. If you want to learn more and be prepared, please read the Magincia Plot Guidelines. Enjoy!
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Publish 69.7 World Wide Release
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 2:32 PM EST by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Publish 69.7 World Wide Release Rowland Cox 11 Mar 2011 13:08:06 EST Greetings! It is our pleasure to announce the release of Publish 69.7 to all shards along with the Classic Client Update 7.0.12.1 and Enhance Client Update 4.0.12.1. The notes for this update are below, thank you and have fun! Publish 69.7 Updates for final live event Client – legacy and Enhanced Cliloc updates
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Thoughts and Prayers
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 9:13 AM EST by Watchertoo (GeneralNews)
Posted to uoherald.com: Thoughts and Prayers Calvin Crowner 11 Mar 2011 11:29:22 EST Our thoughts and prayers are extended to our community of friends and family in Tokyo, and throughout Japan. At times like this we are awakened to what truly matters. Above all things, we hope for your safety and keep you in our hearts.
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Sioux-Z Leaves MOA ~ MOA Turns Green
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2011, 7:22 AM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. Sioux-Z Leaves MOA ~ MOA Turns Green This past week I have making the rounds to some of the oldest and best player run guild events on Great Lakes. CFC and FCB have both been featured this past week and the mother of all is MOA so I attended last nights auction. The auction house was dolled up in St. Pattys Day green as the holiday is only a week away. Though the place gushed with green there were not pots of gold in the decor this year. On the subject of decor there was some great decor items hitting the auction block for sale along side t-maps, fabled nets, tokens, clothing and so much more. The auction house was short staffed last night with Melian and Lady Emerald Ice running the show......girl power! I sat surrounded by Lady Nausicaa, Dragon Claw and the always entertaining and helpful Manx. Many a guild tag were flying high at this event including TECS, MoW, DC, BR, -420, ANKH, UNK, GTO, GOF, -Y-, FCB, G-V and SAVE. Gating from the Luna Bank to the auction house was Sioux-Z of MOA. Rather discouraged with MOA Sioux-Z removed herself from the MOA Guild at evenings end. Being the reporter I am I asked why she departed this great guild with such a long history on Great Lakes. Sioux-Z informed me she had been with MOA for ten years taking a year break ( real life issues ). She returned to MOA and the only job she has been given is gater. It appears Sioux-Zs real passion is the role of auctioneer and after one year back not given the chance to play that role once in awhile was her reason for leaving. We are sorry to see you leave Sioux-Z. As I always say if you are not happy with what you are doing with your game time it is time to mix it up and make a change. MOA showing green before the crowd arrives for auction Just a reminder folks that tonight is the Fifth Magincian Crusade starting at 9PM eastern time and tomorrow evening at 8PM Central time is the EM Flower Raid Event. I have an out of town girlfriend arriving tonight and I will try to attend this events but not sure if I will.
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[RP News] Defenders War Council. Sunday at 5:00 PM PST.
Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2011, 3:59 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
Defenders War Council Ancient Sosarian Hail Sosarian Defenders, Lord Dar (TOT) sends the Following and asks I Share it With Thee All: "Virtuebane desicrated the Funeral and Memorial of our Beloved Queen Dawn, slain by Her beloved husband Ors under control of this abomination Virtuebane, or his puppetmaster. Believing the people demoralized, distracted, and bereft of Hope, Virtuebane mistakenly entered the Court of Truth. The Power of the Virtues stripped away Virtuebane's seeming invulnerability and the Defenders, the Guards, those of the Allied Kingdoms and Lands, Mages, Mystics, Tamers, Warriors, Healers, all United to grievously Wound Virtuebane. His forces dwindling, itself Near Death, it Fled with Fear in its demonic eyes. Spies, eyes and ears within Virtuebanes own Ranks and Camps, have sent Word that Virtuebane is Healing and Resting, believed to be preparing for a Final attempt to Destroy the People's Faith in the Virtues and a Final attempt to defeat the Defenders. I Call upon all who Defend the Virtues, all who Oppose Virtuebane, send Representatives to the Royal Council Chamber this Sunday, March 13th, as some reckon Time, at 8 PM Moonglow time, 7 PM Britain time, and 5 PM as marked by the Lighthouse of Yew. Come and let us Discuss and Plan for what many Believe will be the Decisive Battle with Virtuebane." I add my Voice to that of Lord Dar, Thy actions in these Coming Days will be Remembered, Spoken of, and Sung about, even as is the Battles for Trinsic against the vile Juo'Nar, and the Defeats of Mondain, Minax, and Exodus. Your actions in coming Days will chart the future Path of Britannia. Ancient Sosarian
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[Profile] HELP! It's Jocelyn
Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2011, 4:43 AM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Lady Sorelia was traveling the lands this week talking to various citizens of Sonoma to hear their stories. While in Moonglow she ran into Jocelyn from the guild HELP and a conversation ensued. Lady Jocelyn is a veteran player of seven years and guild leader of HELP. We had the chance to chat one evening and I bring this player profile for your enjoyment. According to Jocelyn, she was raised in Delucia among a family of shepherds. She and her two brothers were exposed to hard work, patience, and tolerance while growing. She holds these values close to her heart. Jocelyn's mother kept the household and had a large garden that the children helped her tend. Growing up in this manner led her to have a deep level of respect for animals. Jocelyn become a tamer and loves animals. She enjoys hunting with her dragon and owns a white cu sidhe. When asked about influential players, she mentions Love Spirit, and Queen Mum as players who have influenced her greatly. "My first night in Old Haven I saw a vision of LoveSpirit, all in white, mounted on a unicorn and I knew I had found a magical place. Both players have touched her with their kindness, fun and good will toward all. The guild HELP began six years ago with the mission of “helping exalt a lively peace". There are about six active players in the guild with many alts. Some of the players she mentioned are ZIggySlide, Queen elf Sandy, Nox, Rayce, and Turgon, who's sense of fun has brought her much joy. She attributes these players with making UO enjoyable and worthwhile to play. Lady Jocelyn also enjoys the hunt. Whether it be getting the keys to battle Lady M or capturing pirates at sea, every hunting activity is pleasurable to her. Just don't get her talking about mongbats. Apparently, her first night in Haven a mongbat killed her and she has not forgotten this event nor has it changed her intense distain for these creatures. I offered to buy her a mongbat dartboard and she stated she already had one. She throws darts and " spits" on it regularly. Lady Jocelyn enjoys meeting other players and helping new players. Her hope is that UO will continue to offer fun and exciting experiences for many years to come. I want to thank Lady Jocelyn for offering her time to do this interview. Please take the time to know this hardworking lovely lady. Lady Sorelia
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Flower Raid, Saturday, March 12th, at 8 p.m. CST
Posted on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 10:03 PM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. This just in from EM Elizabella ~ Flower Raid, Saturday, March 12th, at 8 p.m. CST Michael of Moonglow has received a perplexing message and would like help figuring it out. Whatever could a "flower raid" be? Meet Michael at the Counselor Hall on Saturday, March 12th, at 8 p.m. CST. ***** Star-crossed lovers, pixies, magpies, and a genie! Magic swirls through Sosaria and sends a small elfin messenger astray.
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[RP News] From the Desk of Corporal Brackus: Wanted.
Posted on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 5:46 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
From the Desk of Corporal Brackus: Wanted Corporal Brackus Copies of the Letter are posted throughout Britain. Citizens be warned. A man of undeterminate age and undefined looks is wanted for robbing the First Bank in Britain of several million gold pieces. He confessed of the crime on Sunday afternoon, March the 6th. He is also wanted for the attempted bribing of a Town Guard. The accused fled on foot into the nearby moongate before he could be apprehended. The citizen in question has only been in the lands of Britannia for two months, according to his own admission. The citizen in question was seen wearing a Dragonrider Helm and might be seen wielding an Ornate Battle Axe. All citizens should be cautious when approaching him as he could be dangerous. Anyone seeing this individual should immidiately file a report with the Town Guards. Corporal Brackus, West Britain Garrison.
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[RP News] Recent Events in Britain and Accusations of Town Guard Brutality.
Posted on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 5:43 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
Recent Events in Britain and Accusations of Town Guard Brutality Author Unknown Margaret and Adelaide were sharing a cup of tea atop the First Bank of Britain late Sunday evening after a rousing day of frequenting various shops in town. Both women, now grandmothers and ever vigilant in keeping up with general town gossip and rumors, were conversing about the latest happenings occurring in Britain the last few days. Leaning forward across the table, Adelaide spoke with a cackle in her voice, “That’s what I heard the lad said, my oh mercies. It was said that two town guards accosted a poor old man near the castle moat earlier today just because they had nothing better to do! Can you believe that? Shouldn’t the town guards already have their hands full with all this Virtuebane nonsense? You’d think they’d have enough on their plate without resorting to taking up fists and brutalizing some old chap who just wanted to fish alone in peace.” Margaret was nodding her head in agreement, always willing to hear a good juicy rumor. Adelaide continued her story, “From what I heard through the grapevine, when the old man was yelling for help and crying about guard brutality, luck shined upon him and a town official, goes by the name of Eliar I think…”, Adelaide paused briefly to rub her temples as if trying to remember, “You know, the one who wears that feather in his cap? Well, as I was saying, the town official happened to pass by the scene and took a report about the incident. Guess the town official was having none of the guards excuses as to why they…” Margaret interrupted with her grating voice, “Oh heavens. While I wouldn’t put it past the town guards to roughhouse a simple fisherman, I’ve heard plenty of rumors that Eliar was easily corruptible and took gold in exchange for swaying his reports in favor of one party or another. Who can you trust these days?” Margaret’s shoulder sag and her voice has the sound off resignation, “Back in our day Adelaide, the officials and politicians were just and honorable. These days?...” Margaret shakes her head disapprovingly as she trails off. The two ladies continue sipping their drinks atop the bank as Adelaide reaches across the table and takes Margaret’s hand into her own. “Heavens! I forgot to share with you another rumor I heard. I was buying a few loaves of bread at the Good Eats Bakery when I heard the cook mention that the First Bank of Britain was robbed of millions of gold pieces at the hand of some rogue. Can you fathom such a caper? The cook mentioned that one of the guards gave the culprit chase, but he disappeared into the nearby moongate before having been apprehended. The description of the cutpurse was vague, but he was supposedly wearing a dragon’s helm and wielding a sharp ornate axe! The First Bank of Britain, supposedly stolen from!” Margaret retorted, “Perhaps if the town guards were more adept at guarding the bank as opposed to beating up old fishermen, this town would be safer!” A moongate suddenly appeared atop the bank and two young adventurers stepped through, bumping into the old lady’s table as they passed in their haste. Margaret shouted in her grating voice, “Where are your manners, you welps? Kids these days!” A coughing fit suddenly overtook Adelaide as she heaved and hacked repeatedly. When she recovered, Margaret spoke, “I heard rumor that earlier this week, the Cat’s Lair Tavern was offering free drinks to anyone who produced a helm from one of those Bane Knights. Jenna tells me that the tavern is also offering Deepwood Wine and Golden Ale for a deeply discounted prices too. Must be trying to drum up new business and compete with the Blue Boar tavern down the road.” Adelaide was once again overtaken by a case of severe coughing fits as Margaret looked on without much regard or concern, remembering her friends constant hacking and deteriorating health. “In my younger days, I always enjoyed a fine glass of wine while visiting the Cat’s Lair tavern, except for all them bloody cats running around the place. Now I hear they even cater to stray dogs, chickens, and goblins!”, Adelaide spit out those words with a hint of distaste. Both women started to yawn and decided to retire for the evening as it was getting late and the twin moons could now be seen in the skies. They slowly got up from their chairs, neatly tucked the chairs back against the tables, and gingerly began walking down the stairs of the bank, the sounds of wheezing and coughing in their wake.
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[EM Event] An Awakening

Posted on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 3:12 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Well folks, it looks like something is amidst this weekend. Daniel and Elizabeth need your help in finding a cure for Tobby. Then afterward I hope someone could find me a cure for the hangover I have from the wedding last weekend.

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Tobby lays unconscious in the Britain healer. Even in this state he hears people coming and going. He can not communicate with them. He hears low sounds as though his head is under water. Voices are muted and he can not decipher words. He feels like screaming “I am not dead! Find the memory that will free me.” No sound comes out of his mouth. His breathing is very weak and shallow. He tries to awaken but his body will not stir. He tries to lift his finger. It twitches. He hopes he has not been forgotten.

It is time for us to find a way to awaken Tobby who has lain in a coma at the healers in Britannia. Daniel Ravens and Elizabeth ask that you meet at the Counselor Hall in North Britannia to seek a cure. Come out Saturday March 12 2011 at 6 PT 7 MT 8 CT 9 ET.

Eira

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[EM Event] Sleuthing

Posted on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 12:36 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Daniel is requesting your presence for Sleuthing this Thursday evening. I believe there is going to be some surprises happening this week from the clues we received at the last event....so don't miss out!!!!

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Come out for RP’ing Thursday March 10 at 5 PT ,6MT, 7CT, 8ET

We meet in the Serpents hold Counselor hall.

(RP events rarely involve excessive fighting. They are to discuss events, plan strategy, and for camaraderie.)

Eira

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Assault Against Virtuebane’s Blackrock Conduits
Posted on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 3:59 AM EST by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
Assault Against Virtuebane’s Blackrock Conduits Date: Friday March 11th Time: 8:00PM CST/9:00PM EST Location: Castle Britannia (Trammel) The Royal Guard will be leading an assault against the 2nd of Virtuebane’s blackrock conduits, after its expected activation. Only then will the blackrock composite, used to activate the conduits, be destroyed.
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Community Hunts - Week of March 7th
Posted on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 3:54 AM EST by Lady Tia (LakeSuperior)
*Warning: If an invasion occurs on the same night, the community hunt is cancelled in favour of the defense of the sieged town(s)* Want to go hunting but don't have a big enough group? Are you looking for good guides to dungeons you've yet to explore? The community hunts are open to everyone! Come show your support for the Lake Superior community and take a walk on the wild side at the same time. Meet some new and old friends and have a bit of a challenge along the way. Stygian Dragon hunt (Stygian Abyss) Date: Tuesday, March 8th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Peerless Hunt Date: Wednesday, March 9th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Pirate hunt (High Seas) Date: Thursday, March 10th Time: 8:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Host: Taeara Mi'Aken Community Champ Spawn Hunt Date: Friday, March 11th Time: 9:00PM CST Starting Location: Skara Brae Community Center - located next to the bank Hosts: Taeara Mi'aken And remember, these hunts are for everyone, regardless of their skill level or guild affiliation. Come meet new friends, see new places, gain experience and just have fun. Sabina Nikolai, High Marshall, Community Hunt Organizer The Order of the Silver Rose Posted by: Lady Tia LS News Manager
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House of Commons Meeting Notes 3/6/11
Posted on Monday, March 7, 2011, 7:46 PM EST by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
Chesapeake House of Commons March 6th, 2011 Players gathered along the plains of Britain for this weeks "House of Commons" meeting with EM's Dudley and Drosselmeyer. Per the status quo, announcements began the evenings meet. Thursday March 10, 2011 - 8pm EST - Royal Guard Mission: Rescue Mission to secure safe passge to refugees still in harms way after the Virtuebane attacks. EM Fiction and Royal Guard Uniform Contests still ongoing! - Contact the EM's in game, forum, or email if thier are any questions or submissions. They like what they've seen thus far! EM Information - Visit the Chesapeake EM Forums for the most up to date information regarding events and ongoing storylines. Additionally all posted news in transfered to the shard forums/news as it appears. Legends of the Hidden Temple Continues- For those who havent had the chance to partke int he current EM static quest there's still time! While part duex is not online as of yet, the opening quests are still up and running. Post announcements soon turned to Q&A with much discussion concerning the Royal Guard and its possible atagonists in the near future. Options of perhaps Scarlet Von Trisnic's were one of the suggestions offered as mention went further. EM's assured the crowd that with this new intrest in the opposition it would soon be revisted once the Royal Guard was on it's own two feet sorta speak. Also noted were the suggestion of a EM led library being constructed to hold such EM fiction and possibly even player written queries as well.
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EM Bennu's "Demons", Part 1 and 2
Posted on Monday, March 7, 2011, 8:50 AM EST by Sosaria Reels (UOinAction)
We hope you enjoy EM Bennu's "Demons", 2/27/11 EM event on Atlantic. Part 1 Part 2 Watch More TGN Stratics UO Videos
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The Union of Anna Fox and Melchior
Posted on Monday, March 7, 2011, 8:36 AM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Dinner is a peaceful time for us to sit down and reflect on the day’s events. First Aid had made a fantastic Mongbat soufflé with a side of blood spawn pudding. We decided to eat at our villa in Makoto-Jima this evening instead of the dusty Stratics Hall as it is very peaceful and serene….so I thought! The crowd of people brushed by our house, laughter and excitement filled the air. My curiosity peaked and I motioned to First Aid to follow me outside to see where these happy hooligans were going. Then I remembered! There was a wedding today and I was to attend! The excessive consumption of Buc’s Den special brew must have clouded my mind and I welcomed the loud noise the crowd made as it jarred my memory back into place. We arrived at the wedding location only a few blocks from out home and it was a beautiful site. The building was decorated and designed by Queen Mum, Katrina and Brieanna..it was tastefully done with a hint of love, I really hope Queen Mum leaves it as is because it increases the property value around here. The wedding was to be the union of Anna Fox and Melchior who are long-time members of the Sonoma community. The groom stood stout as he waited for his bride to arrive and joked nervously with his best man Galahad. EM Eira posing as an ordained minister was to perform the ceremony (I am going to have to check her credentials) and was ready to make it official. The music began and Maggie, the Matron of Honor, walked into the wedding hall doors dropping rose petals on the floor as she swept by. Then the bride came in dressed in a white gown that reradiated the purity of her. Her eyes met with Melchior’s and he knew that he was the luckiest man alive….the ceremony then began. EM Eira - Welcome all ye Citizens of Britannia, who have gathered among us today to witness the most joyous of occasions, the Holy joining of Lord Melchior and Lady Anna Fox in this blessed union. We struggle hard, Citizens of Britannia and of the whole of Sosaria. We seek adventure, truth, justice, wealth and fame... but much deeper within, we seek companionship. Thus it is a special moment, one worthy of celebration, when two of our brethren, wish to become one under the Holy Covenant of Marriage. No warrior throughout the land or Mage of the highest circles is as powerful or as wise, as those who have found the truest of all forces… that of love. For it is within the virtue of Love that compassion, honor and spirituality are known. And for finding that love, my friends, are thou truly blessed. Lady Anna Fox are thou ready to begin this journey of Marriage with Lord Melchior? Lady Anna Fox - I am EM Eira - Lord Melchior are thou also ready to begin this journey of Marriage with Lady Anna Fox? Lord Melchior - I am EM Eira - Thou both hast spoken...let us begin Lord Melchior, dost thou take Lady Anna Fox to be your wife,... to have and to hold in love, honor and tenderness?... Dost thou promise to love, cherish, and honor her,... as long as you both shall live,... according to this Holy union... and the sacred covenant of marriage? Lord Melchior - I do EM Eira - Lady Anna Fox, dost thou take Lord Melchior to be your husband,... to have and to hold in love, honor and tenderness?... Dost thou promise to love, cherish and honor him,... as long as you both shall live,... according to this Holy union... and the sacred covenant of marriage? Lady Anna Fox - I do EM Eira - Lady Anna Fox and Lord Melchior have chosen rings to offer as a sign of their covenant to one another. The ring is a symbol of the unbroken circle of love. Love freely given has no beginning and no end. May these rings be forever the symbol of the oneness you have chosen to share with one another. By placing these rings on the finger of your beloved you are bonding your union as husband and wife -- for today, tomorrow, and all the years to come. Lord Melchior - places ring on Anna's finger Lady Anna Fox - places ring on Melchior’s finger EM Eria - Lord Melchior and Lady Anna Fox, having bonded your vows to one another, having exchanged rings to seal those vows, and having formalized in our presence the bond between you, by the powers committed to me and by the laws of Britannia, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss your beloved. Citizens and friends, We have now witnessed the wedding between Lord Melchior and Lady Anna Fox. May we all save for the rest of our life the memory of this sacred day. A new family is born today, and a new hope of peace and joy is brought to the lands of Britannia. On behalf of the new couple, we wish to thank you all for being present at this wedding and we wish everyone, a long and peaceful life. The couple now accepts your congratulations And with that the crowd roared and the fireworks were a plenty. Queen Mum then announced the reception would be held upstairs with an open bar and Mongbat darts….Mum knows how to party. We all filed up the stairs and the festivities began but of course I drank ¼ of the spirits within 30 minutes and found myself wandering through the building until I found a nice dark corner to fall asleep in. When this happens you know that the ceremony was a total success and the vision I have for this couple is their bond that will stand the test of time….congratulations you two.
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[News] Farewell Queen Dawn.
Posted on Monday, March 7, 2011, 6:18 AM EST by Frarc (Drachenfels)
Farewell Queen Dawn. It was a day we hoped never to see. Today was the day we bury our beloved Queen Dawn. Even for a person that is more then 800 years old, i have it difficult to say goodbye to someone close to our heart. I seen many people come and go in my life but Dawn was our hope in these difficult times. I was not sure what to wear. Should i wear my white Virtue armor? The Virtues where always important to Dawn just like it is to me. Or maybe i should wear something black like it is traditionally done. Aunt Stella came to me and she said she had something for me. She had told Belthazor to fight the blackrock golems and search them for some new armor. It must have been a lot of work but she gave me this new black Virtuous Epiphany armor. Black and Virtuous, the perfect suit for this day. When i arrived at the counselors hall many citizens where already waiting. And with every passing minute more and more people came in. EM Borbarad was doing some last minute preparations for the funeral. When he arrived the counselors hall was almost complete filled. Only few minutes later we all left to the Yew courthouse. Dasha the Meer,Sherry the mouse, Averey and Ricardo the thief where also there. Dasha talked about the loss of a dear friend.It was difficult to speak about Dawn. Even Sherry could not hide her tears. She knew that Dawn would not wanted us to mourn. Avery was next to talk about Dawn.After his retirement he was not planned to come back. It was hard for him that he return to see his friend killed. When Ricardo stood up many of the citizens where not happy to see him. Ricardo was a source of a lot of problems in Britannia. He wanted revenge on Virtuebane! Ricardo's word where not finished spoken or Virtuebane himself appeared near Dawns coffin. What nerve had he to show his ugly face around here! He wanted something from Ricardo but when he said no Virtuebane struck down and killed him! The crowd was very angry at Virtuebane. MURDERER! they yelled! KILL HIM! Mages started to mumble some spells, archers ready there arrows. Tamers summoned there mighty beasts. They only wanted Virtuebanes blood! I reached for my sword but i left it at home with my suit and shield. I could help to fight. This is not how this funeral should be. Spells flew trough the air and hit the evil being. Then things got worse when Virtuebanes evil minions appeared in the room. Several blackrock golems appeared. Some of us where not prepared for this kinda fight. The battle was fierce. At first there seem to be no ending to the Blackrock golems. They just kept coming. But Britannia have many strong fighters. They have fought many battles and this was no difference. Together they can defeat anything! After several minutes the last Blackrock golem was struck down. Dasha said to take Queen Dawns Coffin to her final resting place. We took the coffin to a beautiful place behind the courthouse. A peaceful place near the sea. We all took one last goodbye of our beloved Queen. Rest in Peace Queen Dawn. Afterwards we all went back to the counselors hall in Britain. I went home first to wear back my white Virtue Armor. I hope never to wear black again. We still got many questions. What happens now? Who will be our new ruler? How our we going to stop Virtuebane and his Blackrock golems? I guess we will see in the next days and weeks how this will continue..... New Frarc, Drachenfels News reporter.
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FCB Shipwreck Museum Hosts A Lot of Drinking !
Posted on Sunday, March 6, 2011, 5:46 PM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. . FCB Shipwreck Museum Hosts A Lot of Drinking ! Sunday afternoon was the offical opening of the FCB Shipwreck Museum and it was a hot ticket. Entering a gate in the Luna Bank I was transported to the Museum where I was greeted by Fleet Captain Gem. All guests were handed very generous gift bags as they entered the Museum. Each bag also had a lovely hand written book to celebrate the day. As Gem handed me the gift bag I could not help but notice how freakishly large her hands were. Several people lightly joked about it but I think the old sea hag has serious circulatory problems. Probably due to all the salt water she has been exposed to her entire life. No doubt she has Raynaud's Syndrome. I arrived a little late and the games had already begun. Bayle Domon the owner of the Museum was holding court and entertaining the very drunk crowd with trivia. Other FCB were in the house including Gau, Mystra, Van Hogan, Aridas, Tunna, Terryn, Fish King, Cpt. Jack Sparrow and smelldefish. There may have been more but the place was crowded. Many guilds were proudly showing tags at this event including G-V, -Y-, GOF, TP, HAF, $WI$ and DSD. As the ale flowed, so did the games. One of the games was a fishing contest and the winner was Phish, taking home a five million dollar prize purse! There was also the "best pirate costume" and the winner was Lord Cheminot. Though Lord Cheminot won for best pirate costume my favorite outfit was worn by The Lady of the Mist. All I can say is S T U N N I N G ! As the event carried on I too started to drink so no doubt I have missed some of the details. FCB has a long history and are known for their amazing Net Tosses and this event ended with one using all Fabled White Nets. It has been a really long time since I had seen that many deaths at a net toss, even I did a faceplant on the docks. I am pretty sure I saw Salty Brine and Lord Fossil dead at the docks too, which is not surprising with the amount of ale that was consumed at the Museum before we were transported to Buc's Den. No doubt many of the screenshots of the dead and dieing will appeared in the March Obituary Column at months end. Thank you Bayle and FCB for yet another fun time. Much luck with the Museum.
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[EM Event] Arrows Fly at Archery Tournament
Posted on Sunday, March 6, 2011, 3:57 AM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
I would like to welcome Sorelia! who is a brave soul willing to give a hand to the Sonoma Stratics news team. She will be bringing you some quality stories and covering events that happen all over our lands. The coverage of the archery event is her first piece of work for Stratics...enjoy! The small band of would be archers and the mighty seasoned archers, gathered to showcase their skills the night of March 4th at the Luna fairground buttes. All were hopeful that tonight their skills would be at the peak. The terms for success were clearly stated. The contestants had only three shots to win the round of competition. Each contestant sharpened their aim as they stepped up to the buttes to thwack a winning shot for the eager onlookers. Soul Annex stepped up, aimed the bow and the competition was underway. Some of the novice competitors showed great talent and one day will be formidable hunters. Winners for the round of novice archers were Allyson, who took first place, followed by Chosen and Masta Blasta. The mighty archers looked on with a critical eye would their skill surpass the winners of the first competition? Could today be the day that strength, balance and a sharp eye would lead one to win this lively competition? One by one the masters stepped up to produce their best shots. Most were very proficient at the scoring but one slip or perhaps a distraction would determine whose steady skill would take the prize. Our winners, among the skilled archers, were as follows. First place went to Ansatsa, then second to Jallious and finally Clym of Clough followed with third place. The crowd cheered our archers loudly. The winners, grateful for the acknowledgement bowed with pride. Our thanks go out to EM Eira and EM Sangria for their efforts to organize this event and make it enjoyable for all. Sorelia
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[News] A New Beginning!
Posted on Saturday, March 5, 2011, 9:22 PM EST by Frarc (Drachenfels)
A New Beginning! Introducing: EM Borbarad. 8 PM Local time. Britain Counselors hall is awaiting his new EM. A big crowd gathered to see who this new EM would be after that Eulia had to leave us. Shortly after 8 PM EM Borborad made his first appearance. Everyone welcomed EM Borbarad and was curious what he had in store for us in the future.But he also asked what we wanted. Well, some of us collect stamps and others lanterns but most of us collect death robes! If we appear several times to help against the evil forces that attack britannia we will be able to join the royal guards! Like every EM ha gave us each a sash.Well .... one appeared magically in out backpack after touching a old mysterious clock. It was uhm..... pink?.... After wards i had a talk to my tailor. Personally I'm not a big fan of pink.my smith Buchel always wanted a sash but he don't like pink either and he is a gargoyle.Gabrielle is a excellent tailor. And with a few alterations she made Bochel a perfect EM sash. After getting the sash EM Borborad asked if we wanted to have some more fun! Of course we do! And then.....Mesanna herself appeared.. What a nice and big surprise!She wanted to play a game with us. We know Mesanna a little so these games always end... well... deadly! Her idea was to play a game called Mesanna Roulette! The game was simple..... in a twisted way. Mesanna would call a number and then we trowed some dice. If you where wrong.... well you can guess! It was death robe time! The Counselors hall was a bit small for this game so we ha to go outside. But first Mesanna placed a stable master in front of the hall so we can always stable our pets. Time to line up nicely for this twisted game of Mesanna roulette. One by one stood before the Dark Queen. 4 she said.. the diced rolled and oops it was wrong. After a snap of Mesanna's fingers the first person dropped to the ground.Mesanna also brought him back to life. She gave him a black lantern that he lost. NEXT! Even for a sick game like this the line was long! Several ate dirt before Mesanna and the corpses where piling up before her feet. Here is Miri showing the lantern from loosing against Mesanna. One by one they fell before her until it was Lord Spawns turn. With shaken hands he trowed the dice ..... he won! He trowed exactly what Mesanna asked. Spawn lives another day! He got a lantern too but it was a different one! More people faced Mesanna and her roulette but only a total of three beat Mesanna. And here is a picture of all three of them. Claire was so kind to give her lantern to Seven. Seven collects all kind of strange looking lanterns. After everyone played the roulette we all thanked Mesanna before she left. We also thanked Em Borbarad for this first evening with him. Before we all departed he reminded us to come to Queen Dawns funeral. To bring some flowers and some small gifts. I hope a lot of people come to this funeral and behave and show respect. It is what she deserves on her final voyage. New Frarc, Drachenfels News reporter.
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Chicks Gone Wild !
Posted on Saturday, March 5, 2011, 8:13 PM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. Chicks Gone Wild ! Oh yes the chicks went wild as it was saturday night at the Chicken Fight Club. It had been months since I attended the fights and with it being billed as a Greater Dragon Tourney I could not resist. Rachel, Mist and the entire CFC Crew ran a great event as they always do. Chicken fights were first on the menu followed by Cu's then mares. Between fights there was trivia with cash prizes. Even Lady Lava got a trivia question correct which rarely happens. My question was, " Who is the worst governor in the United States ? ". I answered Wisconsin and walked away with 100k. This night was really all about the Greater Dragons and six great beasts showed up for the fight. It boiled down to the two strongest winners and they were Erunef and Lindy's Girl. It was a close race with Lindy's Girl loosing by five seconds to Erunef. Though the timer ran out Erunef did die with Lindy's Girl, though the loser, proudly preening her talons and licking off Erunef's blood. Bayle Domon of the FCB was attending the event and reminded everyone that tomorrow Sunday the 6th at 2pm central FCB is holding an event. Hope to see you all there.
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February Obituary Column ~ Part Two
Posted on Friday, March 4, 2011, 7:49 PM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. February Obituary Column ~ Part Two Tami Does Tram Blackie Chico Nukasha Rand Al Thor Raven Sammie T-Pain Tucker W-F Another Play Wojoe Wracked
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Wedding Announcement: Anna Fox and Melchior
Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 4:10 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
This weekend the wedding bells will be sounding off with the marriage of Anna Fox and Melchior. My wife has a house a couple of blocks down from where they are holding it....so keep the noise down!! Congratulations you two.
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[EM Event] Archery Event

Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 1:31 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Let the arrows fly!...You should all be looking over your shoulder on Friday in case I decide to pick up a bow....that means run!!! because I can't hit the broad side of a barn.

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Come out and try your skills at Winters End Archery Contest – Friday, March 4 @ 6 pt 7 Mt 8 Ct 9 ET. We will meet at the Luna Fair ground Stage. Here’s how it will work:

One category will be for those with archery skill

* each participant will have three shots, 2 participants at a time
* to make it to next level will go in increments, to go to round 2- 100 total from 3 shots, round 3- 150, round 4- 200
* EM’s will be taking care of butte’s and recording scores

One category for those without skill

* each participant will have three shots, 2 participants at a time
* this will be held by elimination, 2 participants winner goes to next round til everyone has had their chance
* next rounds same thing, winner goes to next until we have a winner.
* Again, EM’s will be taking care of butte’s and recording scores

So please join EM Sangria and EM Eira on Friday March 4th 2011 at 6pm PST for lots of fun and comradery.

Eira

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House of Commons Video Chat
Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 12:58 PM EST by Petra Fyde (GeneralNews)
A couple of technical problems lead to a small loss of data, for which we apologise. We hope this will not spoil your enjoyment. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4
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[EM] EM Borbarad's first Meet & Greet
Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 5:50 AM EST by Medea (Drachenfels)
Listening to the EM criers in Luna, and reading the description of placed lanterns in Luna too, there will be EM Borbarad's initial Meet & Greet in the Councelor's Hall (Britain, Trammel) this coming Saturday (March 5th, 8pm CET/20 Uhr MEZ). Following this first Meeting, there will be Queen Dawn's Funeral on Sunday (March 6th, 8pm CET/20 Uhr MEZ - place will follow, I presume). * Wenn man den EM Schreiern in Luna zuhört erfährt man, dass EM Borbarad's erstes Meet & Greet in der Councelor's Hall (in Britain, Trammel) am kommenden Samstag (5. März, 8pm CET/20 Uhr MEZ) ansteht. Folgend wird Königin Dawn's Begräbnis am Sonntag (6. März, 8pm CET/20 Uhr MEZ - der Ort des Geschehens wird folgen, nehme ich an).
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[EM Fiction] A Final Salute
Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 1:22 AM EST by Mapper (Europa)
Quote: Fynn Barrett at Dawn's Grave, just behind Empath Abbey. Oh, my Queen, What tragic fate... Struck down, By Love forged in to a weapon. The deeds of the Vile Virtuebane shall not be forgotten. Oh, my Queen, Guide our blades when we bring justice upon him! For Britannia! Salutes Source: A Final Salute
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[EM Event] Promotion Ceremony (Callisto, Moira & Varia) and Discussion (Thursday 3rd)
Posted on Thursday, March 3, 2011, 1:19 AM EST by Mapper (Europa)
DATE: Thursday 3rd March 2011 TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm CET, 3pm EST, 11pm MSK LOCATION: Counselor's Hall in Britain, Trammel Congratulations to: Callisto Moira Varia Who become the next set of qualifiers for promotion into the Royal Investigator Ranks. Also to discuss recent events in the lands. Source: Promotion Ceremony and Discussion
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Someone is Killing -Y- Guild Members !
Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 7:37 PM EST by Lady Lava (GreatLakes)
. . Someone is Killing -Y- Guild Members ! For weeks now there have been murders within the -Y- Guild. Knowone seems to know whom this murderer or murderers are. The incognito attacks are so fast and swift the dead are looted before they know what has hit them. These attacks are not happening in far flung locations but right in broad daylight in the cities of Luna and Brit. Needless to say many in the -Y- Guild are upset by these random attacks. Some claim they have heard others say "this is what happens when a guild gets this large". Others state that "when you guild almost anyone or re-guild people of bad character this is the result". My sources tell me that several members have been removed from the guild as suspects, however the murders have not stopped! The Messenger, not known for his taste in fashion,infront of the -Y- Guild House On two known occasions after high profile killings/lootings The Messenger had arrived at the -Y- Guild House in the lovely city of Zento demanding a 2 million dollars fee. When asked what this fee was for his reply was "to stop the murders". He of course is only the messenger not the killer. This evening was one of those nights. A recently made Emmy for the -Y-Guild named Siouxz-Q confronted The Messenger. She also pointed out that if all in the guild insured all thier items there would never be a real issue. One the the great things about the -Y- Guild is they help and guild people new to the game, the young. The young are always vulnerable. These recent deaths have some in the guild very un-nerved. As an old gal that has been around since the beginning of time I see this as roleplay, fun roleplay. Afterall UO was designed and created as a roleplay game. LONG LIVE ROLEPLAY IN ITS MANY FORMS!
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Virtuebane Disrupts Queens Memorial!
Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 5:39 PM EST by Morpheus Mardox (Chesapeake)
Virtuebane Disrupts Queen Dawn's Memorial Mourners gathered in the Yew Courthouse Sunday's eve to pay thier last respects to Queen Dawn. Slain by the hand of her husband while under the trance of Virtuebane. Several prestigeous guests spoke in memory of the Queen including Commander Drake Foxx and Lt. Gwen Irina. The memorial service for Dawn Queen of Britannia, visited by faces from the past of the realm was disrupted as Virtuebane appeared to seek the crystal held by Ricardo. The evil one disrespected the Queens memory attacking those in attendance unleashing the fiendish Blackrock Golems on the unsuspecting crowd. Will the realm band together to defeat the forces of evil? Only time will tell. We narrowly escaped a temptuous fate this eve however next time we may not fair as well. Let us be weary of the evil Virtuebane as his quest to break the will of Chesapeake continues............ Stay tuned!
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EM Events for the Month of March 2011
Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 12:51 PM EST by Merik ONN (Chesapeake)
Sunday, March 6th @ 9pm ET, Hall of Commons Meeting at the Hall of Commons This weekly meet and greet allows players to meet with the EM team and bring up questions, concerns, and issues, as well as for the EM team and players alike to make announcements regarding upcoming events. Thursday, March 10th @ 8pm ET, Royal Guard Depot at Serpent's Hold, Royal Guard Mission Refugees from the mainland are stranded as they succumb to Virtue Bane's cruel embrace, the Royal Guard must aid those in peril and offer them safe passage to Serpent's Hold! Sunday, March 13th @ 9pm ET - Hall of Commons Meeting Monday, March 14th - Royal Guard Uniform Design Competition closes. All entries should be submitted. See design competition thread here for more information. Wednesday, March 16th @ 8pm ET, Sons of the Sea in Trinsic, The Flemish Cap Join Santiago for angling fun on the Seas of Britannia! More details to come as event draws near! Friday, March 18th @ 8pm ET, Gate from Luna Bank, "The Duplicity of Man" Continuation of the current arc surrounding the murders of Tavalia Zodok and Sheffield Weekend of March 19th - Event...details TBA Sunday, March 20th - Close of the Fiction contest. Details can be found here Saturday, March 26th @ 8pm ET, Gate from Luna - "The Nemesis Stone" This marks the return of Township centric events. Be prepared for combat operations. Sunday, March 27th @ 9pm ET, Hall of Commons Meeting
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[Profile] Just like Mum used to make.
Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 7:15 AM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)
Seven years ago we wanted to start a series of profiles that introduced the people of Sonoma to each other. The Sonoma Stratics team all got together to decide on who would be the best person to start with? Of course it had to be me, right?! Well boy was I wrong and if any of you are reading this, you all suck for deciding on Queen Mum and not me. Anev was given the task to interview this lovely and one of the kindest people on Sonoma. Well of course Anev being the lazy sod he is fell asleep on the job and failed to finish the interview. Well now all these years later I would like to present to you the gem of Sonoma……Queen Mum. ~ When and where was Queen Mum born? Now you know it’s not nice to ask a lady her age so I will just say that Queen Mum was born many many moons ago (approximately 3,990 of them) in a place we often refer to as a Shard Fragment. ~ Did you always have a knack for baking cookies growing up? Oh yes, my grandmother was a devoted fan of the culinary arts and introduced me to the passion of Baking for Love. ~ What would you say is your favourite cookie to make? There have been several throughout the dozens of batches baked, but I do think my greatest concoction is the BLACKROCK COOKIE. It is made with pop rocks, explosive middles, and chunks of dark chocolate baked inside a double fudge batter. Draconi seemed to really like them... ~ You also have a great talent in designing homes…how many homes do you think you have designed and do you have a design you are most proud of? Oh gosh there is a difference in designing a home and decorating them. Some have pre-rebuilt designs like a castle or keep and others I have started from empty plots with a particular design in mind after talking it over with the owner as to what they would like to see. I do enjoy decorating and try to encompass a theme throughout the design. As for how many… it really is hard to say after 11 years. However the greatest thing that was given to home decorators came from Mr. Tact, the interior design tool!! That really makes things easier to work with as well as helping create some wonderful displays. We are lucky on Sonoma in having several great home builders and decorators. That is one reason why we have the Home Deco Contest several times throughout the year. And they all enjoy sharing their 'deco secrets' with the community. One design I am proud of would be the Britannian Holiday Artwork 2003 design that was featured on the UO home site. ~ Now you are married to the elusive Pop... People say you have a better chance of seeing a bigfoot then seeing him in public…..How did you two meet? And how did he propose to you? Pop is usually around but just in hiding as he likes to watch the coming and going of others plus he is very adept in stealth and thievery. We met online in a Christian chat room many years ago and after a year of getting to know each other; he said he thought it was time to make me a legitimate lady. Now that was original as proposals go, soooo we wed a few months later and from that time on we have been a 'couple'. Our OREO COOKIE WEDDING CAKE ~ You like attending events and creating them… what would you say is the most favourite event you have attended? And which one did you create that you are very proud of? The event that sticks out most in my memory is when there was a raging battle in Moonglow. We were able to set up a first aid station due to the generosity of the home owner and the community dropping off supplies to be shared during the 4 day battle. It was wonderful to see folks coming together and defending Moonglow as well as the community spirit of ‘all for one and one for all’. Even the titans came to party with us at the first aid station.... but they didn't stay long As for an event that I helped organize and very proud of how it turned out - that is a tough one since there have been so many and none of them would have been successful without the help of many other volunteers. The most fun one was the Bunny Hop Sheep Hunt where we created a house with teleporters covered with a variety of gaza mats in different colors throughout the rooms and floors. The players had to try to get to the bags of prizes without being teleported somewhere else. At the end of the 'maze' was a rainbow built with band aids and gaza mats and it looked like you were sliding down the rainbow where more gold and prizes awaited to be grabbed. ~ Now Mum you have been around Sonoma Sosaria for a long time…what would you say out of all these years is the most special moment for you? This one is a little easier. The most special moment goes back to when the Tsunami and Katrina disasters hit. Crazy Joe had set up a way for folks to donate items and gold that could be sold and turned into real cash to donate to the Red Cross. It was called Gamers Charity and in the end the actual amount of funds raised was over $10,000.00. Billions worth of items and gold were donated and many long hours were spent turning it in. On Sonoma we had several vendors set up where you could buy junk bods for donation prices. Also, Sosaria Live Radio (which is now Whispering Rose Radio) helped by running a three day marathon and again millions in gold was raised and we turned that over to Gamers Charity. But most special moment of all was when I organized and held Memorial Services for Katrina Victims on all our shards. Each shard was covered by at least one service and several of us were proud to step up as Clerics. This was back before there were services offered by our EM's to do weddings or other type of services. ~ Who is your favourite Stratics reporter of all time? That’s a tough one.... each reporter has had their own special way of touching us with their style of writing ... Pluffy was very lyrical (and she has gone on to be a recognized author in the real word - Joshilyn Jackson), Gypsy Keja Mimi was playful and wrote with the hope that everyone would learn something from reading her articles like the Faction Tutorial 101 series .... Vladimir excelled in the role playing style, Anev stood out with his adventures and dragons at his side ... Kimi Mori like Grond had a blend of it all .. Lady Nest stood out for her directness with a touch of humor and as for Lord Exmortis(Me ).... hmmm.... you just never knew what angle he would take on but you knew it was going to be a fun and informative read. :P ~ We have lost many friends over the years Lady Sky, Ariel Joy and Gypsy Keja Mimi….Do you ever get disheartened when these tragedies happen and feel like walking away from Sosaria? There have been several good friends and comrades who have departed this earthly world and it does sadden me when it happens however they all enjoyed and loved our game and I know they are all watching over us and enjoying our enjoyments. Keja said it best to me when the time had come. 'Although I might not be there right beside you, I am always going to be a part of what you’re doing'. ~ How do you feel about the current state of Sosaria especially with the job our EM’s are doing? The current state of Sosaria is always growing and developing. No one can truly say they are bored if they are logged in and willing to explore the many ways of playing. Like right now we have a whole ocean to explore with pirates and their beastly friends. And if that isn't your type of cookie you can participate in the ARC events that are designed/written by UO and implemented with the help of our EM's. I think we have two of the best EM's available. It is hard for them to come to a 'new shard' and become one of the citizens. They have to get to know the feel of the community and the type of play style that the majority likes to do. They do try to bring something to everyone and it’s up to us to participate or not. I also think they our EM's are listening and they do try to work with us in planning their events. My hats are off to them because I do know what it is like to plan and implement events and to hopefully bring some fun memories to everyone. I don't think they get enough credit for what goes on behind the scenes but I also don't think they do it for the credit nor do they do it for their part-time pay. ~ So when are we going to see Mum pvp? Oh you can ... you just have to close your eyes ....fall asleep ... and one day you will dream about it ... because that’s the ONLY WAY you will see Mum 'do the PVP thing' :P ~ Before we end this interview is there a funny Sonoma story you would like to share with our readers? One of the funnier events that sticks out in my mine is when we were having a wedding for two Necromancers Mistress Paige and Gabriella and the plan for the reception was the PvP’rs would celebrate in bloody style fitting the union. Long into the night did these players bash and smash each other including the newly united couple! And for extra flair a few monsters were distributed in the Arena. Well there you go folks a very comprehensive view into the life of a staple here on Sonoma. I would like to thank Queen Mum for taking the time to do this profile. There will be more profiles to follow of the people of Sonoma and if you know anyone interesting or even if you have a story to tell yourself…send me an e-mail [email protected]
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[EM Event] Sleuth Training

Posted on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 9:47 PM EST by Exmortis (Sonoma)

Do you love the game clue? or the adventures of Sherlock Holmes? then Daniel has a fun filled evening in store for you!

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Everyone is invited to Join Daniel for Sleuth training on Thursday March 3 2011. 5PT 6MT 7CT 8 ET.

This is RP. all are welcome.

Eira

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Making UO FUN and In Memoriam
Posted on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 5:55 PM EST by Sosaria Reels (UOinAction)
Making UO Fun! This ongoing feature focuses on individuals and groups and what they do to make UO fun or memorable. Please join us for Part 1 of A Week With The Syndicate In Memoriam - Queen Dawn Part 1 Part 2 Watch More TGN Stratics UO Videos
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Demonic Swine Sighted in Britain.
Posted on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 5:29 PM EST by WarderDragon (Baja)
Demonic Swine Sighted in Britain WarderDragon It would appear the Corporal has a talent for summoning abominations into being. A pair of demonic pigs have appeared in the Trade District of the Britannian Capitol. Citizens are warned not to provoke the beasts until a proper exorcism can be performed.
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Deco Ideas - Caves
Posted on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 3:06 PM EST by Lady Kero (HomesandCastles)
Deco Ideas: Caves & Caverns A guide to the decorative aspect of caves. If you're looking to create a cave or cave entrance without a lot of customization involved or for ideas on how to decorative your cave once you've customized it, this is for you. Hunter Moon's Want to make a hole/tunnel in the ground? Here's a few tips on how to make one that looks like Hunter Moon's. Using gozas or cloth obviously it will come out square, You can soften and round the edges with rocks. You'll need a house decorating tool and an axe. To stack the rocks easily so you can raise them to your desired location place a trash barrel in the spot you'd like the rocks. You can place the barrel by saying 'I wish to place a trash barrel' Use the axe to chop the barrel once you put the rocks inside. If you're nervous that you may lose connection and the rocks will be deleted, you can use a wooden container and chop that with the axe instead. Remember that chopping that container will destroy it, so don't use one you aren't willing to lose. Another example of a solen hive style hole: Vlad of Atlantic Vlad also has a very unique idea, You can actually enter this hole. He's placed stairs beneath a part of it to enter his cave beneath. Vlad's Cave These are both great examples of mining caves. Here are some of the items featured in these caves and where they originate from. Ore or Gem Cart (10th Year Veteran Reward) Gems: Small (Bought from NPC jewelers) Large (Mined By Players) Full List Of Mined, Lumberjacked, Fishing Gems Crystal Shards (Lumberjacking) Crystal Granules (Made from shimmering crystals) Crystalline Fragments (Prism of Light) Shimmering Crystals - Come In Multiple Color Schemes (Shimmering Effusion Peerless at Prism of Light) Power Crystals (Loot on Golems, Controllers, and Betrayers) Hovering Wisp (Created by Alchemists) Treasure Items Gold Coins Faction Silver Scales (Tinkered or obtained from Cavern of the Discarded) Treasure Chest Jewelry Gold Bricks - Can be stained with natural dyes (Minor Artifact - Level 6 T-Maps, Paragon Monsters, Fabled Nets) Copper Ingots (Rare SOS drop) Inspected Ignots (Quest in Ter Mur Royal City -Thepem or Zosilem ) Priceless Treasure (Abyss Stealable) Misc Mushrooms - Red (Heartwood) Purple (Solen Hive/Solens) Chaga/Black (Tomb of Kings) Corruption (Peerless Ingredient) Rocks There's a huge variety of rocks that can be used to help decorate your cave or cave entrance. Granite (Mined) Plain or to add some depth Dull Copper or Bronze. Rock (Doom Artifact, Stealable) Rocks/Small Rock (Stolen) Rubble Rocks (Magnicia Event) They come in a wide variety of colors including whites, greys and browns. Stalagmites & Flowstones (Obtained from the puzzle quests in The Underworld) Tazar's Cave Evil Cave/Animal Home Various bone or internal organ pieces (Zombies drop them often) Bone Containers (Ant Lions) Statuettes (Various Veteran Reward Statuettes like Dragons) Stuffy Dragons (Valentines Gifts) Doom Stealables Dark Caves Various Essence (Stygian Abyss Mini Champs) Skeletor If you have the extra gold to burn the Primeval Lich Champion spawn in the Abyss has some good cave items. Items include grave dirt, brambles and various black colored boulders and rocks. Cave Entrances (Upright) - TommyGirl Using stones and black dyed cloth or curtains you can make a standing cave entrance against a wall. A good space saver if you have a smaller home or don't want to invest a whole floor. (Curtains come from heritage tokens) Ice Caves Faeryl Snow piles were Holiday gifts from 2009. Snow Tree is available from uogamecodes. If you have vendors and cannot or don't want to put down snow tiles in customization.. Gozas made with white bod reward cloth, or the new carpet pieces dyed with white natural dyes will also work. When dying the carpet pieces be away one charge can dye one stack as large as your pack is able to hold.. They do not need to be dyed seperately. You can also use white dye to dye most furniture or decorative items. Remember furniture needs to be made with any wood oak or higher, and cannot have been placed in your home previous to dying it if it is a deeded item. I hope this has been helpful, I've really enjoyed making it. If you have any suggestions to help your fellow deco hounds make their ideal cave, please add them below! If anyone has any requests for future room/floor themes, respond or pm me. Thanks!
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