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SU Tempest: /* I can't connect!/My nickname has been changed!/I don't understand! */

2014-02-14T11:18:40Z

I can't connect!/My nickname has been changed!/I don't understand!

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	If you can't connect, well, there could be various reasons. I'm sorry but at this point this is beyond my reach! Try to use the tutorial or check for online help for troubleshooting.		If you can't connect, well, there could be various reasons. I'm sorry but at this point this is beyond my reach! Try to use the tutorial or check for online help for troubleshooting.

-	If you did connect but your nickname suddenly changed to "Guest-something", this probably means ~~that the~~ nickname you ~~chose was~~ already registered. To change it, '''you do not need to quit and choose another in the window''', simply type '/nick [your new nickname]', without quotes and replacing "[your new nickname]", by, try to guess.	+	If you did connect but your nickname suddenly changed, or began as "Guest-something" with a string of numbers, this probably means you either didn't pick a nickname, or the one you did pick is already registered on the IRC servers. To change it, '''you do not need to quit and choose another in the window''', simply type '/nick [your new nickname]', without quotes and replacing "[your new nickname]", by, try to guess.
-	Example: '''/nick MazeSoldier''' will change your nickname to '''MazeSoldier'''.	+	Example: '''/nick MazeSoldier''' will change your nickname to '''MazeSoldier'''. If you wish to register your nickname, simply type '''/ns register [password] [email]''', replace the relevant words in brackets with what you can already guess.

	You have trouble figuring out IRC? It's ok. That's why we set up the webchat, so it is easier to use. If for some reason you still have trouble, all I may suggest is to look for troubleshooting. But generally you shouldn't have a problem if you follow the above instructions.		You have trouble figuring out IRC? It's ok. That's why we set up the webchat, so it is easier to use. If for some reason you still have trouble, all I may suggest is to look for troubleshooting. But generally you shouldn't have a problem if you follow the above instructions.

SU Tempest: /* What do I need to play this game? */

2014-02-14T09:34:39Z

What do I need to play this game?

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	In terms of abilities, we recommend the following:		In terms of abilities, we recommend the following:
-	* Evidently, '''at least decent grammatical skills'''. We don't mind if you occasionally or even frequently mistype or typo every so often, but if it ~~gets~~ text-speak level, the game will be simply unenjoyable. The Game Master needs to understand you, and if he can't, there is no point.	+	* Evidently, '''at least decent grammatical skills'''. We don't mind if you occasionally or even frequently mistype or typo every so often, but if it lowers to text-speak level, the game will be simply unenjoyable for both because we won't be able to decipher you. The Game Master needs to understand you, and if he can't, there is no point.
	* Some '''past experience in roleplaying''' is not -needed- but strongly appreciated. If you never roleplayed before, this is probably going to be difficult for you as you will need to play your character and react in the game appropriately.		* Some '''past experience in roleplaying''' is not -needed- but strongly appreciated. If you never roleplayed before, this is probably going to be difficult for you as you will need to play your character and react in the game appropriately.
	* A '''computer''', and at least '''Notepad''' or a similar program to '''keep track of your stats and inventory'''. The ideal is what I use, a '''spreadsheet program''' such as Microsoft Excel. Not writing your inventory is detrimental to the game; if you can't remember what you have and what you carry, how are we supposed to move on? I tolerate reminding you your inventory every so often if you're not sure of something, but don't abuse it. It's been done before and it's not something I particularly enjoy :(.		* A '''computer''', and at least '''Notepad''' or a similar program to '''keep track of your stats and inventory'''. The ideal is what I use, a '''spreadsheet program''' such as Microsoft Excel. Not writing your inventory is detrimental to the game; if you can't remember what you have and what you carry, how are we supposed to move on? I tolerate reminding you your inventory every so often if you're not sure of something, but don't abuse it. It's been done before and it's not something I particularly enjoy :(.

Auro: Updated IRC links, and corrected MazeBot's new name

2013-09-30T11:54:11Z

Updated IRC links, and corrected MazeBot's new name

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	=== Okay, so how do I play? Where does it take place? ===		=== Okay, so how do I play? Where does it take place? ===
-	We are on IRC. The server is ~~Rizon~~ ('''irc.~~rizon~~.net'''), and the channel is #MazeWorld. Use your favorite client to reach us, such as mIRC, ChatZilla, Icechat, or whichever else you use.	+	We are on IRC. The server is StormBit ('''irc.stormbit.net'''), and the channel is #MazeWorld. Use your favorite client to reach us, such as mIRC, ChatZilla, Icechat, or whichever else you use.
	If you do not know what IRC is or how to access an IRC channel, you may consult [http://irchelp.org/irchelp/irctutorial.html this useful tutorial].		If you do not know what IRC is or how to access an IRC channel, you may consult [http://irchelp.org/irchelp/irctutorial.html this useful tutorial].
-	Alternatively you may also use your web browser to join us directly using the [http://webchat.~~rizon~~.net/?channels=mazeworld webchat applet]. To join us, simply enter an '''username''', the channel should already be set to '''#Mazeworld'''. No password is required, so leave "Auth" at 'None'.	+	Alternatively you may also use your web browser to join us directly using the [http://webchat.stormbit.net/?channels=mazeworld webchat applet]. To join us, simply enter an '''username''', the channel should already be set to '''#Mazeworld'''. No password is required, so leave "Auth" at 'None'.

-	If you already registered your nickname on ~~Rizon~~, use 'Identify to Nickserv' and type your password. For more info, please consult the IRC tutorial linked above.	+	If you already registered your nickname on StormBit, use 'Identify to Nickserv' and type your password. For more info, please consult the IRC tutorial linked above.

	=== I can't connect!/My nickname has been changed!/I don't understand! ===		=== I can't connect!/My nickname has been changed!/I don't understand! ===
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	I am generally on the channel under the nickname of '''SU_Tempest'''. I am the founder and main administrator, and if there is anyone to ask anything to, this would be me.		I am generally on the channel under the nickname of '''SU_Tempest'''. I am the founder and main administrator, and if there is anyone to ask anything to, this would be me.

-	'''Hebizuka''' and '''~~EliasBot~~''' are the robots of the game, which hold the scripts necessary to play (or screw around with when there is no game going on).	+	'''Hebizuka''' and '''MazeBot''' are the robots of the game, which hold the scripts necessary to play (or screw around with when there is no game going on).
	Hebizuka is referred to as a she, because of the character in the game being named that way. She may also talk on her own, but even though we share the same connection, her ways are definitely more impenetrable than mine :p. Because she holds the dice scripts, she is sometimes nicknamed the "Random Number Goddess" or "Lady Luck". But just call her Hebi, she's fine with that too.		Hebizuka is referred to as a she, because of the character in the game being named that way. She may also talk on her own, but even though we share the same connection, her ways are definitely more impenetrable than mine :p. Because she holds the dice scripts, she is sometimes nicknamed the "Random Number Goddess" or "Lady Luck". But just call her Hebi, she's fine with that too.
-	~~EliasBot~~ rarely talks, as he holds the random list scripts and may be called to display various commands.	+	MazeBot rarely talks, as he holds the random list scripts and may be called to display various commands.

	If you want to know how to use the bots, check [[IRC Bots\|this page]].		If you want to know how to use the bots, check [[IRC Bots\|this page]].

SU Tempest: /* It's a game? Where can I download it? */

2012-10-29T18:07:23Z

It's a game? Where can I download it?

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	=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===		=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===
-	If you haven't seen the [[Mazeworld\|homepage]], you probably don't know that '''this is not about a video game'''. This is a '''classic role-playing game''' (which may also be called a '''tabletop RPG''' despite it doesn't necessarily involve an actual tabletop game set), which ~~is inspired~~ from~~, but not as difficult to play/prepare for~~ as a Dungeons & Dragons, d20 Modern, or Dark Heresy ~~(to anyone who's never played those before). It is not a '''role-playing game in the video game sense''', because it is not, as said above, a video game~~.	+	If you haven't seen the [[Mazeworld\|homepage]], you probably don't know that '''this is not about a video game'''. This is a '''classic role-playing game''' (which may also be called a '''tabletop RPG''' despite it doesn't necessarily involve an actual tabletop game set), which draws some inspirations from games such as Dungeons & Dragons, d20 Modern, or Dark Heresy.

	=== Okay, so what's this game about? ===		=== Okay, so what's this game about? ===

SU Tempest: /* What is that? */

2012-10-29T18:06:28Z

What is that?

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	=== What is that? ===		=== What is that? ===
-	This is the Mazeworld website, formerly known as the MazeWiki. This is the information website about the game known as MazeWorld.	+	This is the '''Mazeworld.net''' website, formerly known as the MazeWiki. This is the information website about the tabletop roleplaying game known as '''MazeWorld'''.

	=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===		=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===

SU Tempest: /* I want to create a character that's like this/that. */

2012-09-05T18:40:37Z

I want to create a character that's like this/that.

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	=== I want to create a character that's like this/that. ===		=== I want to create a character that's like this/that. ===
-	Make sure to read the [[Newcomer's Guide]] as it provides guidelines and limits to what kind of character you may have. Sorry if you can't have exactly what you wanted to if you had an exotic or original idea in mind; we need to keep certain limits so that all contestants start out ~~the same~~.	+	Make sure to read the [[Newcomer's Guide]] as it provides guidelines and limits to what kind of character you may have. Sorry if you can't have exactly what you wanted to if you had an exotic or original idea in mind; we need to keep certain limits so that all contestants start out on roughly equal terms.

	The point of the game is to find equipment, traits and other aids that you will use to make them better.		The point of the game is to find equipment, traits and other aids that you will use to make them better.

SU Tempest: /* The game is unfair/too difficult! I died too early! */

2012-09-05T15:50:11Z

The game is unfair/too difficult! I died too early!

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	The name of the game is random rooms after all, but there is hardly a situation where you will be completely helpless; provided of course you are not putting yourself in dangerous situations. Manage your equipment well and dispatch threats quickly and you should be fine. There is still that small chance where all hell can break loose on day one and you don't make it past the first few rooms.		The name of the game is random rooms after all, but there is hardly a situation where you will be completely helpless; provided of course you are not putting yourself in dangerous situations. Manage your equipment well and dispatch threats quickly and you should be fine. There is still that small chance where all hell can break loose on day one and you don't make it past the first few rooms.

-	But then, so what? You can start again. Okay, it's frustrating, I understand. But think about it, if you do succeed at surviving against the odds, it's all the more rewarding. And if you die, well, no death is meaningless! Your inventory is thrown in the Graveyard, your progress remains on the leaderboards, and you may of course try again on a new character anytime! Never consider it an insufferable loss; this is the charm of the game, death is ~~only making it harder because~~ it gives much more sense to your progress~~. If you could restore from~~, ~~say~~, a save point or ~~such, it would be noticeably easier~~.	+	But then, so what? You can start again. Okay, it's frustrating, I understand. But think about it, if you do succeed at surviving against the odds, it's all the more rewarding. And if you die, well, no death is meaningless! Your inventory is thrown in the Graveyard, your progress remains on the leaderboards, and you may of course try again on a new character anytime! Never consider it an insufferable loss; this is the charm of the game. Permanent death is the main reason MzW can be difficult, but it gives much more sense to your progress; after all, isn't it satisfying to overcome the odds, knowing full well there was no second chance? This is why we do not apply the save point or multiple lives system.

	No game is impossible! If you are about to die or are in a situation where you're likely to, try ANYTHING you can, and don't hesitate to ask for what you can do. Perhaps that little something you haven't thought of trying can save your day.		No game is impossible! If you are about to die or are in a situation where you're likely to, try ANYTHING you can, and don't hesitate to ask for what you can do. Perhaps that little something you haven't thought of trying can save your day.

SU Tempest: /* How long are the games? */

2012-09-05T15:47:08Z

How long are the games?

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	=== How long are the games? ===		=== How long are the games? ===
-	As long as you want them to last~~. We differentiate several words, which are considered game vocabulary~~.	+	As long as you want them to last.

	Your character's progress from the first room to the resolving of the [[endgame]] is called a '''run'''. We encourage players to complete at least one run, but it is entirely possible to chain multiple, though it requires time and dedication, which we encourage you to have and stick with us!		Your character's progress from the first room to the resolving of the [[endgame]] is called a '''run'''. We encourage players to complete at least one run, but it is entirely possible to chain multiple, though it requires time and dedication, which we encourage you to have and stick with us!

SU Tempest: /* Why can't I do this or that?/How about you include this?/Why isn't there... */

2012-07-31T04:34:23Z

Why can't I do this or that?/How about you include this?/Why isn't there...

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	First of all, I appreciate your concern for the game and your wish to add or contribute to it. Really! Many very good ideas currently in the game, have been contibuted on suggestions by the very players. I absolutely do not mind suggestions and I am always open to hear about them. However, I am under no obligation to include everything you suggest and even good-sounding ideas may be canned because they are impractical, difficult to implement, too complicated or simply out of the game's spirit. Remember that if I include a suggestion in the game, it usually needs a very good reason.		First of all, I appreciate your concern for the game and your wish to add or contribute to it. Really! Many very good ideas currently in the game, have been contibuted on suggestions by the very players. I absolutely do not mind suggestions and I am always open to hear about them. However, I am under no obligation to include everything you suggest and even good-sounding ideas may be canned because they are impractical, difficult to implement, too complicated or simply out of the game's spirit. Remember that if I include a suggestion in the game, it usually needs a very good reason.

-	~~All in all~~, don't hesitate to make suggestions, but do not expect ~~much from~~ them.	+	Long story short, don't hesitate to make suggestions, but do not expect them to be included unless they are very good. If they are, I would let you know!

	=== I want to create a character that's like this/that. ===		=== I want to create a character that's like this/that. ===

SU Tempest: /* It's a game? Where can I download it? */

2012-07-31T04:31:28Z

It's a game? Where can I download it?

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	=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===		=== It's a game? Where can I download it? ===
-	If you haven't seen the [[Mazeworld\|homepage]], you probably don't know that '''this is not about a video game'''. This is a '''classic role-playing game''', which is inspired from, but not as ~~complicated~~ as a Dungeons & Dragons, d20 Modern, or Dark Heresy (to anyone who's never played those before). It is not a '''role-playing game in the video game sense''', because it is not, as said above, a video game.	+	If you haven't seen the [[Mazeworld\|homepage]], you probably don't know that '''this is not about a video game'''. This is a '''classic role-playing game''' (which may also be called a '''tabletop RPG''' despite it doesn't necessarily involve an actual tabletop game set), which is inspired from, but not as difficult to play/prepare for as a Dungeons & Dragons, d20 Modern, or Dark Heresy (to anyone who's never played those before). It is not a '''role-playing game in the video game sense''', because it is not, as said above, a video game.

	=== Okay, so what's this game about? ===		=== Okay, so what's this game about? ===