Getting prepared for a tour of the Tokuno Islands I could not help but notice there was a stranger in the lower level of my house. Introducing myself and inquiring if this intruder needed assistance is was quickly made apparent the stranger was a member of the Yew Militia. Just wanting a tour of my humble home I was more than happy to give Trace Adkins a walk through. After a long delightful chat I headed to Tokuno.

My first destination was "The Waste" on Makoto-jima just above the Phoenix Mountains. The first player I came across was another YM member by the name of Mat Bomberdille. He was orc killing in hopes of a relic. Mat is an archer/ranger and I asked if he knew guild mate Trace Adkins, which he did. Mat claimed Trace is one of the "best warriors when fighting against an evil guild". With such glowing praise I asked Trace to be my guest today.





Tell us a little about the name Trace Adkins and why you created a character with this name?
Trace Adkins is a country and western singer, at the time I created him it was supposed to be a joke but it kinda stuck with me.

I found you wandering in my house and that is how we met. Do you often go on house tours?
I look at houses alot, some of the designs are just mind blowing, it's amazing what some of these people can do.

You were shopping in Luna when you took a look at my house. How often do you shop in Luna and where are your other favorite shopping spots?
I go to Ultimas all the time, looking for the deals, and plus he has a wide selection of things.

In the past members of the YM have been guests of mine. Why did you join the YM?
I joined the Yew Militia, with a few friends of mine once the guild I was in broke up, and I've never looked back.

Have you belonged to other guilds in the past?
Yep, I was in the Highland Guard for some time then I moved on to the Militia shortly afterwards.

You spoke of an upcoming anniversary with the YM. How long have you been a member?
March 3rd will be one year.

When with other members of the YM how do you spend your time?
I like to duel alot with my guild mates, I'm always looking for a way to get better and help the others get to where they want to be.

When not with members of the YM what do you do in the realm?
Training skills, getting the last points needed, working new templets, and a little bit of hunting.

Have you been collecting the " relics" and / or hunting in Tokuno to get The Treasures of Tokumo?
I've gotten a few of them, not too big into the hunting thing, but I made sure to get ten so see what's in store.

Do you own a house in the realm? If so is it in Yew like many of the YM members?
Yes I do own a home, it's near the orc fort in Umbra, great mining spot. I used to live in Yew for the longest time but I got a great deal on my home and I couldn't pass it up.

What is your favorite color?
Green

What was the last book you read?
A Army Of The Patomac: A Stillness at appomattox

What was the last movie you saw?
The Grudge...

If you could change one thing about your physical appearance in real life what would it be?
My baby face..

What is your motto?
Anything is possible if you want it bad enough.


Trace Adkins smiling for the camera as he checks out Lady Lava's yellow bell collection

Trace, it was a pleasure meeting you. Stop by my house any time.

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