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Phase I of Alpha Two testing will occur on weekends. Each weekend is scheduled to start on Fridays at 10 AM PT and end on Sundays at 10 PM PT. Find out more here.
Check out Alpha Two Announcements here to see the latest Alpha Two news and update notes.
Our quickest Alpha Two updates are in Discord. Testers with Alpha Two access can chat in Alpha Two channels by connecting your Discord and Intrepid accounts here.
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so a player who roam for world pvp surprise attack will there be a reason to see enough purple players in the world. or will players be always green because they have no reason to stay in flagged for world pvp ?
My question is will the card games be gambling games or strategy games.. i.e. Poker/Mahjong or MTG(from wizards of the coast)/Hearthstone(from WoW). and can people wager on games with in game certificates(gold/stacks of wool)? Can I "go all in" in poker. can I wager on a dice game(ship/captain/crew).
thank you for your time.. i think it would be fun to bring 7-10 players(from my guild)to a local tavern, and sit at a table to play poker and chat in voice chat. in the game. and we could buy food and drink from the tavern or pay time to the tavern for siting at the poker table.
could we expect in ashes of creation to do some quests that have lore in them and then have the quest break and or reopen depending on the node size. IE. coud i hear about a "legendary sasquatch" in a node tier 1 and find clues about this legendary beast in node tier 4, then would have to wait untill the node was back down to tier 2 to find the. remainder of the quest.. could work with "legendary treasure maps" also.. where it seems like your always chasing clues to the treasure and it seams you would never find the treasure... a myth.... poof gone in the wind.. fairy tales... that may really be true?
I’ve been dreaming about the possibility to actually set up my own little shop for people to gear up, get their flasks and other needs and me actually managing a little cornerstore for people to get their stuff in an mmo.
If it is possible, will there be in game mechanics that support this playstyle? (Having the possibility through some mechanic to sell better stuff than others, invest your earned money into expansion of your Sortiment, maybe even some form of „marketing“ of your own shop?)
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You might get some Healing skills that are enhanced by Damage Mitigation or Evasion? Meaning that you not only restore lost Health, but also decrease the chances of them taking further damage.
@obblaze Good question. I'm pretty sure we will have some previews of them in the future. SoonTM
@kthulu Yup! ''We definitely like cross-server play. I think it's cool because it is something that players get to participate in.'' – Steven Sharif
@mytherios That'd be against the philosophy of the game so the answer is 99% ''no''.
@Dolyem Meaningful PvP means PvP with actual meaning to it i.e your actions have an impact on things. Non meaningful PvP like randomly attacking people with no real objective is not condemned but rather is not the focus of the game's PvP systems.
@MightyOak There's some more info on the wiki if you are interested. https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Naval
@Leolouch Vi Britannia ''Players will be able to move resources and set up shop in other areas to take advantage of the varied markets. With resources spawning dynamically, certain regions will naturally become important trading hubs for the transportation of goods throughout the world.'' - Steven Sharif
@chaoticwaffles Certain skins are mixable yes (individual sets). Costumes aren't.
@Chezshire Yes, that was mentioned once.
@DaddySteve Items and resources are not able to be mailed by players.
Purchases of anything other than materials and gatherables from integrated auction houses will be mailed to the purchaser. - Steven Sharif
@DougBug27 Nope. Augments won't affect stats. They will modify your abilities. So Tank augments, when applied to your skills, would make them more defensive/add defensive qualities to them.
@Vernes Yes.
1.So i wondering if there is a be tittle system like in Lineage2 where u can make your own tittle to look your nickname way more cooler.
2., if there a be some mounts that u can buy from SHOP (real money) that u cant aquire in game ?> or its be just mount skins for the exsistint mounts in game where u can only get from game and nothing more ?
3. and the last one ive playled lineage like over 10-12 years. so i like kinda idea that they made in the newer version of lineage2 where they put castle siege across servers i mean the idea was to bring your enemys and freinds from 1 server to some kinda of instance zone to compete againt other server . ( i guess its be kinda instance or somthing) and rewards was like server some slightly bonuses ( if u win) and some other guild skill points where u can buy sklls etc . it was like 1 time event like evry 2 months.
@ Magret Krohn (Community Marketing Lead)
The last spelling guess was correct
My real name is Philipp, and normally I go by the nickname Phyle (spelling like Phil with the y indead of the i). But that name was taken here, so i smashed an X behind it.
Appreciate your comment, but looking for confirmation from the intrepid team seeing as it is their say. They never stated their actual stance on ganking and what not, simply that they are against griefing. Only reason I am even asking the question is so it can be clarified to people who won't accept anything but a direct answer from Intrepid.
This has been answered in their discussion about Corruption mechanics. As long as you're flagged for combat fine, PVP where and when you want. https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Corruption#Player_corruption
@Magic Man - Looks like someone else got you an answer regarding narrative quests, including how different parts of the story will unlock based on where/when nodes rise and fall, as well as some of the cross-node quests we've shared before: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Narrative_quests
@gunmandude2 - That may be part of the powers that mayors and node governments wield, stay tuned as we share more details on that front: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Mayors#Leadership_powers
@nuro and @Heraklesn - You can see more on where we've discussed arenas and possible rewards tied to them here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Arenas
@raisler - All existing freehold/building skins (might just be an unintended difference in naming on that front) will be for particular types of building on your freehold, and we're currently working with the design team to get you more details on what each ones goes on: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Buildings#Freehold_buildings
@AntVictus and @Grunkk - Stay tuned as we may share more of that kind of lore in upcoming places like our Extra Life live stream!
@Shinaso - I'm not sure which test phase's NDA in particular you might be referring to here, but at the moment NDAs are still in place - likely this will depend on upcoming testing!
@Jaykcub and @Lore Dynamic - A lot of this is what your early testing will help us determine; you can check out more on our philosophy around balance being group-based here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Game_balance
@Sent - You can certainly PvP in town if you'd like to take that risk, but if you become corrupted the local guards may not like that
@McShave , @Torr , and @vmangman - You're never truly "done" since nodes will continue to rise and fall with dynamic content both through player agency and random world events with success/failure conditions, so there's always something new to do at all levels!
@unknownwon - That balance between smaller guild/more skills and larger guild/fewer skills will be something we have you help us test moving forward to hone more specifically!
@Nagash , @ShadowVen , @Bonecurse , @GuruCthulu , @Altairis , @Nerror , @skearnz , @DoggyPoo , @Twoupy , @Tacualeon , @ArnasPanica , @kashikyori , and @Demidreamer - Stay tuned for more details on classes and their abilities/augments as we get closer to having you help us test them!
@Deehn - You can see more on where we've discussed our philosophy on quest givers and quest markers before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Quests#Quest_givers
@container - In terms of "shouldn't" expect, our recent Creative Director's Letter goes over what our definition of "alpha" is and how it relates to work that will still be in progress for polishing and bug fixing: https://ashesofcreation.com/news/2020-10-16-creative-directors-letter
@Bricktop - Guild wars will likely be within that primetime window based on victory/surrender conditions, but this will almost certainly be subject to further testing: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Guild_wars#Server_prime-time
@Xyls - PvP happens pretty much everywhere with few exceptions: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/PvP#Safe_zones ; that being said, guards will kill corrupted players on sight: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/NPC_guards
@BoncleEPC - Looks like some other folks got you answers regarding possibilities for level cap raises; that balance will be something you would help us test before new content drops!
@90Bubbel , @akabear , @Ocke , @Nixal , @Primordius , @Lotharious , @kthulu , @Enleiv , @Ravmar , @StickyRubb , @Skaring , @Half Tilt Gamer , @sherka , @Lobotomy , and @DougBug27 - Please keep your replies in the future to only one question as requested; the more direct/succinct it is, the more likely it is to be picked!
@Altec - Summoners' summons will be different based on class and augments: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Summoner#Skills.2Fabilities
@duhc and @Hurtmei - Summoners can summon up to 3 summons: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Summoner#Skills.2Fabilities
@Nicky - At the moment, the plan is for the predominant contributing race in a node to determine that overarching theme/style: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Architecture
@Deadly Dave , @eroenne , and @Varkun - Stay tuned for more details on the races you'll be able to play in the lead-up to upcoming testing!
@Nostra - Sounds like you have the latest update on that front from the wiki; definitely stay tuned for more details in class blogs and the like as we get closer to having you help us test them out!
@Cold 0ne FTB - You can see where we've discussed our philosophy around holidays before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Seasonal_events
@sergiotwo - The corruption system and its finer points will be something that we test heavily with you all to find the right balance of fun and fair, since you'll be able to PvP pretty much anywhere: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Corruption
@ChaosFactor - There might be some confusion here; since sieges don't use the flagging system, there won't necessarily be corrupted players which means there won't be gear dropping (maybe just raw materials if they were combatants).
@DocFrog - That's one of the major goals with the node system - the world constantly changing due to player agency and random world events allowing you to always have something new to explore!
@BeOwningU - That might be depend on the specific mount, as not all of them have combat abilities necessarily: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Mounts#Mounted_combat
@Ravudha - Your second point on new content with regular updates/expansions would help keep all of the artisan classes fresh (not just animal husbandry!)
@Damokles - Looks like someone else got you an answer; Tulnar are a combo of major and minor races that were left behind on Verra: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Tulnar
@Asura - Raids will have dynamic elements that change each time around, bringing that challenge into play: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Raids#Raid_strategies
@George Black - Mounts can be targeted separately and killed, then resurrected after a cooldown period: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Mounts#Mounted_combat
@rogonja - Looks like someone else already got you an answer regarding our current plans for AOE targeting caps!
@SoloveyFR and @Xenantaya - We'll be working on these with lots and lots of early testing with your help, hence the in-depth Alpha and Beta plans!
@Alyxavior - We're currently working with the design team to clarify the footprint of your freehold and how much room each type of building will take up!
@F4RCE , @Karpfador , @dfryz , @Garren , @Flenis2 , @RebelShade , @Tpwnz , @zigabra , @Leolouch Vi Britannia , @Payne , and @Nastyone - Stay tuned for more details on artisan classes as we get closer to having you help us test them out!
@ChaosDeda - You can see more on where we've discussed our philosophy on how important your gear will be to your overall power here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Gear
@bludborn - We're currently working to revamp our Content Creator program in the lead-up to Alpha One, so stay tuned as we announce when applications open back up for that with all the details!
@Rheaper - You can see where we've discussed what would be visible on your character page here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Mobile/web_interface#Character_page
@Uajery73 - I'd say it's pretty likely there will be other ways for you to get other similar cool cats and kitties in-game - it was just that one particular unique kitten/puppy pet they voted on that only Kickstarters will receive!
@BobzUrUncle - You can see more on where we've discussed possibilities for island nodes before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Coastal_nodes
@Quin - You can fight whatever you'd like that you come across (as there will be a variety of levels of mobs in each node based on development), to varying degrees of success certainly
@Dante Machiavelli - You can see where we've talked a bit about animated emotes before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Social_animations
@Kneczhevo - We plan to give you lots of options to customize your UI, both for coloration and other purposes: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/User_interface
@Ruby - So far we've discussed Tulnar having dials to adjust reptilian, mammalian, humanoid, and other attributes - it might be possible that avian would fall under that "other" category, so stay tuned for more character creator details: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Tulnar
@sunfrog - Looks like someone else already got you an answer on this front; the latest Steven quote that folks like to share is "when it's ready"
@Shoelid - You can see where we've discussed leaderboards and achievements before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Leader_boards
@Aiet - There will be many ways you can come across lore in-game, some of which we've discussed before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Lore
@Darkfuria - It would be totally up to that person and what they enjoy participating in; there will be some safe zones in place and they can also enlist help from others to "protect" them if they'd like!
@Set Chubulas and @xaipha - We haven't announced anything along those lines that would be additionally unlockable!
@Feelix - Looks like someone else already got you a helpful answer on the corruption front: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Corruption
@disobedient - Looks like someone else already shared some more helpful details on our plans for combat logs: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Combat#Combat_logs
@Altodor - Stay tuned for more details on naval content specifics as we get closer to having you help us test those systems!
@Urgrosh - We are doing wonderfully and are so excited to have you all join us for upcoming testing, thank you for asking!
@Eypo - If you're referring to siege mode as part of Apocalypse, we haven't announced any upcoming plans for that at the moment!
@ItsFayne - We'll be sharing more details on the specifics of the name reservation process and what to expect as we get closer to that point!
@Exiled Byrd - Part of that balance will likely also come from racial augments available, as well as whatever architecture style folks like best and would like to see in their local nodes!
@Luminous - I think there's certainly room for more contests along those lines in the future!
@Samzi - You can check out where we've discussed different possibilities for parlor games before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Parlor_games
@Szolo - Looks like someone else already got you a helpful answer on when Nodes Part 3 may drop based on a recent interview!
@Doodlz , @Hjerim , @Jahlon , @neeko2lo , @Catspurr , @Emberstone , @Sockski , @Warbringer , @Threather , @zestro , @Hakaiju , @tobi1577 , @mytherios , @Dreoh , @HowlingWolf80 , @Tyranthraxus , @Schlol , @Shaze , and @Apok - Since I don't believe we've answered your question quite specifically before and we didn't get to it this round, please feel free to share it in an upcoming Q&A session!
@Armando - You can read more about where we've discussed transmogs here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Transmog
@SteamEgg - You can see what our current plans for raid boss numbers are here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Raids#Bosses ; their availability would be based on node development as you mention.
@Arthin - Many things you've seen in pre-Alpha footage are placeholder/WIP, and will continue to be refined with your feedback during testing!
@Blip - We'll be refining those core systems such as caravans during testing with your help to get the right balance of fair and fun, and will share our community standards as well to help better define what constitutes as "griefing".
@StealthReborn - You can see where we've covered the possibility of a collector's edition before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Ashes_of_Creation#Collector.27s_edition
@Bardtic - I'm not sure if we've specifically covered "endlessly", but raids will adapt based on your performance against previous bosses in the encounter, meaning as you get better you'll see tougher challenges: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/PvE#PvE_difficulty
@trajdl - We'll be sharing more details on what folks will be seeing and testing during the Alpha One phase to help set those expectations; here's what we've shared previously: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Alpha-1
@loghan - Looks like someone else already got you a helpful answer on who gets to participate in node sieges: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Node_sieges#Declaring_a_node_siege
@obblaze - We've been sharing development updates, previews, and videos during our live streams each month, and will be sharing even more details on classes and what you'll be testing in the lead-up to Alpha One!
@YouYourself - Please be a bit more specific on what you mean by "guild buffs" next time - were you by chance referring to the passives you may get through guild progression?
@Sangreal676 - Corrupted players can drop carried and equipped items: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Player_flagging#Player_death
@daveywavey - We definitely want to travel and visit more conventions once COVID stuff clears up!
@Dolyem - Open world PvP is certainly not condemned; the corruption system is in place to allow for those smaller conflicts to play out while helping minimize griefing.
@MightyOak - You can read more on what we've discussed regarding naval content here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Naval
@chaoticwaffles - Cosmetic costumes are one piece, but you can see more on our transmog system here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Gear_appearance
@Chezshire - We've mentioned before that arena-style combat is instanced, but spectators may be possible through an interface: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Arenas
@Synkil - You can see more on where we've discussed naval combat before here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Naval_combat
@Charles - You can read more about our plans for player stalls and shops here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Player_stalls
@DaddySteve - You can learn more about where we've discussed mailing items here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Economy#Mailing_items
Phew - hopefully I was able to get to everyone this time, and we can't wait to see you all for our next Q&A thread! Thank you all again for tuning in today and joining us!
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