The Day Draws Ever Closer 1.05.09
January 22nd is almost upon us, be sure you've informed your boss that you'll be taking a sick day, throw your cell phone away and stockpile on TV dinners and toilet paper.
Anytime soon, Aventurine should be unleashing public beta upon us, as they said they would months ago.
Be sure to start brushing up in Mount & Blade, I know I intend to be sharp as soon as I get my avatar spawned in the world of Agon.
One Step Closer 6.29.08
Three days ago, in a step towards self publishing for Darkfall, Aventurine strikes a deal with AudioVisual Enterprises. From the looks of things, AVE will be handling the job of printing, distributing, and providing customer service for Darkfall for all of Europe.
"In order to do this the company intends to create a new department Gaming Division, attributing in the above beneficiary royalties in percentage 35% on the sales."
Tentative Rank System 6.14.08
Summary of rank
Emperor (Clan Head) - Absolute power over the clan, for example - right to rule by decree, announce rules, and impose punishments.
Lord (Vassal) - Control over a portion of land and over members living within.
Terror (Admiral) - In command of the fleet, or in some
cases, a group of fleets. Is often held by the most senior of Captains.
Captain (Squad Lead) - In command of a squadron of more than one vessel.
Quartermaster (Second Mate) - Highest ranking member on the ship with the exception of the Captain. Responsible for discipline and leading raid parties. Succeeds as Captain if the previous captain is killed.
Deckhand (Third Mate) - Watchstander, responsible for keeping the ship safe, for example - cargo operations, security, daily ship upkeep, and damage control.
Bosun (Fourth Mate) - Supervisor, responsible for keeping of the crew, for example - planning work, assigning work, and scheduling work.
Specialization
Trees: Expert (8), Intermediate (9), Novice(10)
Left Column - Crafter Ranks
Middle Column - PvP Ranks
Right Column - PvE Ranks
Swab (Recruit) - New member
No Prey, No Pay 5.16.08
Hand of Tartarus will be moving into Darkfall Online upon launch sometime at the end of this year. Our goal will be player piracy and domination of the entire watery surface of Agon.
Due to a possible unfamiliarization on your part to piracy, I ask you to please review the following instructional video:
(Right-click below and select Play)
1. Open the locks.
2. Say 'hooray'.
There will be a mandatory quiz before you are allowed to set sail with the fleet in Darkfall. So please take notes. Thank you.