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Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 06:15 PM |
Hey all. I just had a bit of a light bulb of something to add to the customization of Vives and maybe add a bit of flavour to the world. Custom Load Screen Hints. I'd like to get help from you all of what to put in them. So please post any Vives-specific one-liners you can think of. Anything from flavour lines such as: "When in Port Royal, be sure to try a 'Mindflayer' from Merum's Broken Mask Tavern and Inn" Or general info hints like: "Can't find anyone? Try using your PC info widget, or type '/pcinfo'" Also welcome would be one-liners about your characters if you like.
Post 'em here, and I'll get them in. I dont know if there is a maximum, but there are currently 88 in the default Bioware version. Lets try to get at least that many.
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~Alosynth
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 06:29 PM |
Could you also make custom pics for load screens?
Like using Vives map closer ups of the current area with an X showing where you currently are and such.
[Ed: Alo]Custom loadscreens are doable, and I wouldn't mind having a custom one for the entry area, but they are a lot more work, especially the map thing. But lets try and leave that for another topic discussion and use this one just for the Load Screen Hints  |
Eim Wioyu - errant knight of Midoran gone flipflop
Alinana Amraphen - shh |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 07:18 PM |
well here they are
If you have the pleasure to meet Mr Pickston be carefull with his flatulence...
Going to hunt some Goblins, keep some ears for Mr Jessups stew, its a must in vives.
In need someone to enchant your weapons or jewlery, contact Mr Gene
Are you new in the area? Do you like to travel and possibly die....Well contact PAJWT
Are you in love? Do you want to take your wife or your girlfriend to a nice place? Café del Mar is the answer, we are located in Port Roayle Plaza
In need of a nice poem, and your not a very inspired person, going to give a party and need someone to sing? Mrs Macha is one to look for. |
Why search around when the answer is within you...?
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 07:26 PM |
| Despite what many of the holier sects of Vives preach, death is not the end of life,search not only the light, but the shadows and you'll find answers to these dark secrets. Sometimes you must scrape away the gold foil. |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 07:39 PM |
As the only street whore in the land; Candy could afford to be choosey.
As the most uncelibate of monks and perhaps the most uncharismatic; Kord had grown accustomed to Candy's put downs. |
If you catch a butterfly.
You can either keep it and watch it die.
Or let it go and watch it fly away.
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 09:31 PM |
~Moonrise over Faloman's Retreat and a pipeful of Winky's Famous Tobacco...
what more could you ask for? - visit Brandibuck: Biggers tolerated~ |
~ Kriayna Wildberry ~
-this post has in no way been paid for nor endorsed by PAJWT, The Broken Mask tavern, The Black Hand, or any other completely unrelated group- |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 10:03 PM |
Great stuff folks, just the kind of thing I'm looking for.. 10 down only 78 to go.
"Spare coin that you dont know what to do with? The Seven Sisters are always looking for donations, and they might look more kindly on you when next you visit" |
~Alosynth
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 10:17 PM |
"Looking for a place to stay? There are rooms for rent in many inns about the lands. Ask the inkeeper for details."
"Not only is cheese a tasty treat, it's good for you too!"
"Midor Sucks! Vacation in sunny Port Royale! (Paid for by the Port Royale Tourism Board)" |
Question Authority! |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 02 Jul 2004 11:56 PM |
| "Try to find a local guild to join, be it the Sha'azim mages, or organizations such as the Nightmasks. Be careful though, a Rogue guild won't be handing out memberships to Lawful men, and likewise don't expect to join a council of judicators if you belong to a chaotic rebel like backround" |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 12:32 AM |
"THE BLACK HAND WANTS YOU !!!"
~~Paladins of Midor need not apply~~ |
ONWARD AND UPWARD! |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 01:53 AM |
[hehe.... the "sunny Port Royale" tip got me laughing]
* The language widget allows communication in racial or class specific languages. Find out more in Vives' Player's Handbook.
* Scheduled boat travel is available to and from specific destinations during certain days and times. Planning ahead for any overseas journey will make for a better, more enjoyable voyage. Bon voyage'!
* Blurbs about any/all of the various dieties. That would knock the count down a bit.
* Blurbs about any of the 'known' organizations and governments (Paladins of Midoran, Queen Whatshername of Port Royale, Vidus the Impaler, etc. etc.). Maybe even some hints on the quasi-organizations... Fire Knives, The White Badgers (or whatever that recently formed anti-Midor terrorist group is named )
A variation on this idea is to combine it with what Mykal (iirc) was looking to do with "Common Knowledge" posts here in the forums.
Perhaps on area entry on maps with major points of interest, some Common Knowledge about that specific area could be added.
Example:
On entering Asashi, a fuller description of the Monk Order could be presented. This idea won't work technically if the amount of text that can be displayed is too restrictive. |
-æsir
"The man that finds himself at a crossroads, and unsure of direction, is not lost. For in truth, all roads will carry him to the same destination - his fate. But it is the determined man that takes the next step." -Aren
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 02:51 AM |
"Monks make rapid travelling companions"
"Many creatures are not as they seem to be. Be wary, or your death is foretold"
"Become an apprentice and learn how to become the master craftsman you were always meant to be - materials extra" |
Purpose in life: finding better ways of allowing players to kill themselves. Repeatedly.
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"...Cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good."
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<@James42> Lawful good isn't in your vocabulary, it's on your menu.
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 04:31 AM |
Be nice and polite to Clerics and Priestesses as you never know when you might need to be saved.
Donations can be made to all Clerics.
Useing polite titles for people you have just met might stop you from making enemys.
Adictive Rating: 1 Do remember to eat
2 Do you know what time it is
3 Have you seen the sun today
4 Do you know how to use a shower
5 Are you attached to the computer
6 How can you still be playing |
Its easy clinging to your moral high ground when you have everything, try it when you have nothing left.
Cain Angus |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 07:53 AM |
-If conversing with Muga Bugbreath, -dont- stand too close, her surname is most apt.
-Read area descriptions carefully, hints as to when you are entering a dangerous area can oft be found there.
-The volcano named Fiirhallen is rumoured to be the temple of Naruth, goddess of beauty and fire. Trespassers beware.
-Daimon Rabianara is the leading weaponsmith and crafter of fine armour in the land.
-Luther McIath, the legendary monk, is rumoured to be able to manufacture magical bags with extraordinary capabilities.
-Shop around, its worth getting to know all the merchants.
-Located just north of Midor, the great plains campfire is a common meeting ground for adventurers.
-Seek travelling companions, the wilds of Vives are oft lethal for the lone wanderer.
Sean |
'The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof.' - Richard Bach, Illusions. |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 03 Jul 2004 09:14 AM |
| "Vives is a living breathing world, filled with hundreds of undead creatures which do neither" |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 01:30 PM |
| Lets keep these coming folks. We still need a bunch more. I'm sure everyone of you has at least one good line in you. Even if its just a hint regarding the use of some Vives tool post it. I want to hear at least one line from everyone by the end of the day! |
~Alosynth
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 02:58 PM |
Alright, some more:
*** Beware the Dark Quickling.
*** Use /setDesc to set a short [enter # of characters of text allowed] in-character, role-playing style description of your character. Use /readDesc to read any character description in the immediate area.
[correct my syntax please, if I'm incorrect]
*** Fri'el's not really bad. She's just drawn that way.
*** If you see a full-grown dragon, it is best to shout warning to your comrades and flee. Unless you were too slow, and you are already dead. At which point, it is best to be still and to remain quiet.
*** Giants make a satisfactory sound when they fall. Enjoy!
*** Death Slaadi are nature's way of telling you something is wrong.
*** Engage Fengus the Foul-Mouthed in conversation at every opportunity. Ask him to sing or tell jokes if you're in a tavern with polite company.
*** Drink Alo's Apple Juice. Remember, don't be a litterbug. Dispose of empty bottles properly. |
-æsir
"The man that finds himself at a crossroads, and unsure of direction, is not lost. For in truth, all roads will carry him to the same destination - his fate. But it is the determined man that takes the next step." -Aren
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 04:32 PM |
*** Drink Alo's Apple Juice. Remember, don't be a litterbug. Dispose of empty bottles properly.
See stuff like this is Awesome, and I'm not just saying that 'cause its got my name in it
*Aesir recieves 1000xp for sucking up* |
~Alosynth
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 05:09 PM |
Boring technical ones from me :)
- Spellcraft is a vital skill for spellcasters that want to use scrolls of a higher rank than they could normally cast.
- Use Magic Device or UMD offers a Rogue a better chance of using a scroll, wand or rod successfully, but by no means guarantees it.
- Be aware that any class you take, you must take three levels in. For dual class this must be done by level 7 and tri-class by level twelve.
- To make your familiar or summoned creature talk, type for example "/dm ;hello" (without quotations).
- To type in your racial language, type for example "/dm [hello]" (without quotations).
- Most beneficial spells a mage casts upon themselves, will also affect their familiar (not summons).
((please amend any of these if incorrect !!))
cheers,
Jane |
- Solitaire, Wizard
- Ilyana Fiirhaart, High Priestess of Naruth |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 05:54 PM |
** Have you hugged an ettin today? **
** Boats have a different schedule, dependinf on time. Watch the hour by the compass **
Oh and one of my favorite, *a joke*
If your ac is below 30 you will die. Often
BWAHAHA
I may post more later |
Frodo : What are we holding on to, Sam?
Sam : That there’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo. And it’s worth fighting for.
-The Two Towers |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 06:06 PM |
OKa, here I go. Don't laugh too loudly
-When all else fails, and the outcome looks bleak, think of chickens, cause man, there's nothing funnier then chickens.
((thanks lisen))
Right, I'll post more later. |
Most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them.
-Henry David Thoreau
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 06:10 PM |
Lirnnas tip #1: Head Liches and other not-deads are bad
Lirnnas tip #2: Bane is very mean
Lirnnas tip #3: learn to tell the Brandybuckshirevale hills apart, or you will get lost
Lirnnas tip #4: Pie is good
Lirnnas tip #5: Dont eat the Potato Flats in Picks pocket when hes sleeping.. they might be Goblin flavored
Lirnnas tip #6: If Ronan takes out his rod.. run! |
Three sisters, born of the Sea
A sad fate t'was in store for thee
Oh Vaisha, Vahlah and Vallaesha |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 06:21 PM |
- You've never believed that love conquers all. That is, until love invades the area, enslaves your subjects, and sows your fields with salt.
- The power of love was never as apparent as the day that it obliterated an entire Midoranite armoured division in field tests.
- A lot of times, you must do things that don't seem right at the time, but turn out for the best. For example: that crate of puppies wouldn't have been on the business end of the mallet unless it really wanted to be.
- Should you run into Lord Distorqueo as he spouts obscenities and curses in your general direction, the best advice is to ignore him. That way, when you're not looking, it will be easier for him to make you combust.
- Be wary of evil. It will sneak into your home, kidnap your pie, and eat your children. |
Do not ask of them questions. You will receive three answers, all of which are true and horrifying to know. |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 06:24 PM |
- First impressions define relationships. When introducing yourself, use large and grieviously wounding objects--they leave impressions no one can forget.
- If someone asks you for a donation, give it to them. You don't want to pay any hidden costs for denying such a request.
- Remember, gnomes are people too--if only just barely.
- What is the best thing in life? To crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and hear the lamentations of their women.
- Avoid creatures of Impossible challenge rating. These are the type to kill you, your friends, your pets, and then wade knee-deep in the blood of your children, all before tea and crumpets.
- Don't know what to do in a romantic situation? Pick up a copy of "Margrave's Guide to Lovin'". Barring injuries, they'll be back for more.
- If in dire straits, call upon the power of your god for assistance. It's doubtful anyone's listening, but it sounds neat and makes you feel good inside. |
Do not ask of them questions. You will receive three answers, all of which are true and horrifying to know. |
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Re: Load Screen Hints
Posted: 06 Jul 2004 06:25 PM |
- When confronted with a difficult decision, remember to think positive. For example: Don't think about which bag of kittens NOT to smash. Destroy them both in a fiery wreckage of pain and kitten-goo.
- Vives has an relatively advanced civilization. Its people no longer cannibalize their enemies for purely nutritious reasons. They also do it to gain their power.
- Vives is a world of dedicated players. Even after some experience their 100th death, they continue to play, rather than cry themselves to sleep.
- Always question the authorities. Midor wouldn't be the place it is today without the diversity of opinions that abound within it.
- Prepare for every contingency. It is the surest way to avoid a horrifying and grotesque death, but even that's no guarantee.
- Sometimes, murder is the only option available. The only choice you have is whether or not to use poison. From the looks of things, the choice has already been made. |
Do not ask of them questions. You will receive three answers, all of which are true and horrifying to know. |
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