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See HELP CRY2 for the table of contents.
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This Month's Special:
Guild Spotlight: Hubris GoW - Romani CRY3-5
Guild Spotlight: Sven GoF - Romani CRY6-8
Check Back Next Month - Kadgeon CRY9
Guild News
GoV - Obsidianna CRY10
Order News
Order of Sanctus Irae - Kadgeon CRY11-12
Nation News
Khazad (Dwarf) - Stoneheft CRY13
Hobbit (Halfling) - Kadgeon CRY14
Uruk'hai (Half-Ogre) - Klaatu CRY15-16
Elohai (Half-Elf) - Stela CRY17
TS News
TS Passes - Romani CRY18
Announcements and Advertisements
Weddings - Romani CRY19
Nation Olympics - Romani CRY20
Advertise With the Cry - Romani CRY21
Roleplay Wiki:http://realmsroleplay.wikidot.com/ CRY22
Realms Living
Funny Titles CRY23-24
Cry of Despair Staff
Ask COE CRY25
Wanted - DEAD! CRY26
Institutional Plan to Save PK - Vortok CRY27-41
Research Project - Vortok CRY42-45
Letter from the Editor CRY46
Write for the Cry CRY47
From Falennt's Inkwell CRY48
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Page 3 \/ Guild Spotlight: Hubris- Romani
Long ago, a band of brothers, whose fame in battle far surpassed the
other occupants of the realms, came together to form the Guild of Warriors.
They put forward the proposition to Duke Luther, in which they would train
all those who followed the path of the warrior in the art of warfare.
Today, this guild still thrives, bringing forth the most skilled
and artistic elements of combat to those who wish to enlist themselves
in the ardious journey to train as a warrior.
Join us and learn a little about the Guildmaster of GoW!
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Hubris 10 Questions+1!
1) How long have you been on RoD?
Since 1995, not sure at what part of the year it was I joined.
2) How long ago did you join your organization?
The same year, 1995. Once I reached L25
3) How long ago did you become the leader in your org?
The first time I believe it was early 1997. This time October, 2009.
4) How did you become the leader of your org?
I was asked to become leader by the outgoing GM, Ryals. I was elected
the first time though.
5) How have you changed your org? Or helped keep it from changing?
Honestly, all I've done is try to keep things stable and running. I would
like more activity and am still working on that. For myself as well.
6) How have you seen your org change over time?
GoW has distilled down to a cadre of 'leet fighters who mentor the sporadic
raw recruits.
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7) What would you say is the most fun about being in your org?
Other than running together, just hanging out and chatting with fellow
warriors at recall or in the Krigare Lounge.
8) What is the funniest thing that has happened in your org?
There are so many funny moments. Alas, they are all NSFW. Sorry.
9) Is there anything you miss about not being a leader?
I'd miss outcasting those who disagree with me. J/k, when I step down I'll
miss all the time I managed to spend in productive activities like typing
notes when I could've been wasting my time killing things.
10) Where do you see your org going/doing in the future?
GoW will grow in membership, become better organized and more dynamic.
We'll do this with Magic. Oh, we don't use Magic, it'll have to be hard work.
11) Is your org currently accepting applications?
Of course we are. Come see us when you reach level 15 and we'll welcome
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Page 6 \/ Guild Spotlight: Sven -Romani
Adept at both physical combat and the magicks of the sea,
members of the Guild of Fathomers strive to become masters of the
seafaring arts, while helping new recruits learn and explore
their environment.
The Shattering, as it has come to be known, had divided all the
lands and people. Those who had known the seas for much of their
life found either a restless sleep in the locker of the deep,
or found themselves washed up upon shores both unknown and familiar.
Scattered, bruised, and few in numbers the Fathomers began
looking for a new home.
Continue on to CRY7 to learn more about the GoF Guildmater
Sven!
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Sven 10 Questions + 1
1) How long have you been on RoD?
Since 1996, or 15-16 years.
2) How long ago did you join your organization?
I have been with GoF in some incarnation since its founding.
3) How long ago did you become the leader in your org?
I do not recall precisely. A couple of years ago.
4) How did you become the leader of your org?
I was promoted from first on the old leaders retirement. I was elected into
leadership (2nd) initially.
5) How have you changed your org? Or helped keep it from changing?
The mobility of the GuildShip came to pass under my leadership. Anchors
away!
6) How have you seen your org change over time?
GoF has changed little. It remains a guild of alts, and suffers that burden
under a depleted pbase.
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7) What would you say is the most fun about being in your org?
Sailing the open seas, of course.
8) What is the funniest thing that has happened in your org?
Mainwarric used to say some pretty outrageous things...
9) Is there anything you miss about not being a leader?
My duties as leader here do not impair my play in any capacity.
10) Where do you see your org going/doing in the future?
I'd like to attract new players to the guild, though fathomer seems to be
an uncommon choice for the novice. Couple that with a reasonably low number of
new players, and it is hard conceptualize the "future".
+1) Is your org currently accepting applications?
Of course. In fact, GoF currently has an open-induction policy.
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Alright folks check back with us next month to read about
Melindora from GoN and Drulialirica from GoT!
Keep reading for more on the leaders of the different organizations
of RoD!
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Page 10 \/ Guild of Vampire News - Obsidianna
The Guild of Vampires would like to welcome and congratulate
Vladivostok and Dimitra to the leadership of GoV!
We would also like to welcome Dandash and Mithelios to GoV!
Next month we will post the results of our quarterly guild quest and
hope to see everyone at IGQC!
'May the shadows of the night protect us and give us strength'
Visit us at 4s, 3w, 3n of the [] and at vampires.silverwolf-den.com
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Page 11 \/ Order of Sanctus Irae - Kadgeon
News from the City of Lions
The W/te/rs Are M/n\e
*The writing in the letter seems to be written very fast, as much of the
letter isn't legible.*
It has been //\\/ since my //\\\/ was removed from the //\\\.
Let it be ///\\\\ that it is still //ne. Due to our history I
\\/// to give you this war//\g. Keep out of the wa/\\s,
as they are my home.
*Signed with a word*
Roo
The seasons are ever changing in The City of Lions, and the people who live
there are as changing as the weather. They come and they go, and sometimes
they come back or they disappear never to be seen or heard from again.
However, recently several...
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citizens have decided to return to Irae, and they bring with them
exciting adventures and new faces. Rumors of a new Queen of Thieves
have emerged and the guards of Irae are already trying to catch her
before she can become too much of a problem for them.
A new student of the Conservatory has arrived and everyone waits to
see what talents awaken in him.
OOC: We would like to thank Baldric for all of his hard work as
our Leader for many years now, and wish him all the luck in the world as he
goes on to follow his dreams IRL!
In stepping down Talisha has been asked to be our Leader and
we look forward to her long, and successful reign! A welcome back for
Alaunshar and Kadgeon! May RP be plentiful and exciting!
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Page 13 \/ Khazad News - Stoneheft
The Petersen boy is still not talking about the incident at the keep,
but his family reports that he is healthy able has returned to working
at the quarry. I tried further afield, with magic users of the human race,
to see what I might learn about the minotaur race and the potential of
an imbued afterlife. Many of the magi agree that it is quite possible, they
tried to explain it using their dweomercraft terms which I don't fully
understand...
but I could get the idea that the mixture of magicks that both created and
maintain their truly evil race can create something similar to the unholy
magic of necromancers at their more elaborate funerals. That said, I looked
into it and discovered that there had been a death in the Mahn-Tor
family the week before Hammerarc's trade party had sheltered
at the keep. The seer of Darkhaven confirmed that the old spirits
will be in high spirits when another of their royals come through to
the next plane.
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Page 14 \/ Hobbit News - Kadgeon
**From the desk of the Thain**
Hello my loyal Hobbits! Let us start out on a somber note and give our
deepest sympathies to the Elohai for the loss of Jana de Lioncourt.
To lose someone and know their fate is hard, but to lose someone and
not know for sure what happened is far worse. Let it be known that we as
a Nation will do anything we can to help the Elohai in their time of mourning.
On a lighter note everyone begin preparing for the Olympics!!
Theyll be here before you know it!
Forever In the Service Of Her People,
Thain Kadgeon Silverblood
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Page 15 \/ Urukhai News - Klaatu
From the Opallinoc News Bureau for April 2012
Dateline the Keep of Mahn-Tor - Catacombs discovered
Zontar, leader of the Uruk'hai Expeditionary Force, has "purchased" information
from various innkeepers in Edel, Mahn-tor and other exotic locales. Piecing
together the story of a Hammerarc caravan and tidbits gleaned from the ears of
the innkeepers, the entrance to the Catacombs of Mahn-tor has been discovered.
Volstagg the catacomb deweller, a reknown expert of those places has been given
funding to explore the place further. Great rumors of the fabled lost Minotaur
treasures being hidden in the catacombs are electrifying the ears of many.
Dateline Solace -Dragon Threats
Rumors have been heard from the patrons of the Inn of the Last Home, in Solace,
that the great dragon Tuzzirath has returned. More information on this story is
being sought from Captain Mandor and Lieutenant Nelson.
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Dateline Von Deusen's Mausoleum
Volstagg the Catacomb Dweller, during his patronage of taverns, inns and other
dens of iniquities throughout the Realms, has tuned in on a rumor of Lady Von
Deusen being resurrected. The means of this MIRACULOUS event occurring is held
in the utmost secrecy by a very select few.
The baker checks the temperature of the oven, holding a hand near.
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Page 17 \/ Elohai News - Stela
And she was gone.
A dark tide washes over, and the Shining City's Bright light appears to dim.
Memorial services for Jana de Lioncourt, Nefari Dinen and Keeper of the Second
Seat upon Elohai Arnen, will be held upon the next Day of Syriac, this upcoming
month.
Six long months have passed since her sudden disappearance, and it is with
great reluctance that the Elohai Arnen must admit her inevitable demise. It
is unknown upon which mission she may have been when tragedy befell her, but
through all means mystical, practical, and possible it has been determined
that her life no longer exists upon these Realms.
Her seat shall remain shrouded in black, vacant and unoccupied, for the next
month. At wihch point, with the direction and assistance of the Elohai Arnen,
another shall be appointed
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1 AC to cost 25 glory down from 100
-1 save to cost 40 glory down from 100
-5 AC to cost 25 glory down from 50
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Wedding Announcement
C._."._."._."._."._."._._."._."._."._."
Congratulations to the Happy Couple:
Kisuke and Satine
Married March 7, 2012
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Page 21 \/ Advertise With the Cry
Advertise with the Cry of Despair!
Do you own a bot?
Are you looking to sell a few things and make a little gold?
The Cry of Despair is a great place to advertise your wares!
Let people know where you park your sellbots, afterall, people need to
know where you are in order for you to get their gold!
Are you looking to buy something? Place an advertisement in the Cry!
Who knows, maybe someone is looking to sell what you are looking to buy
Just write up a little advertisement and mudmail it to Kadgeon, or post
it on the CoD Public board located e,s,3u,w from Darkhaven Square
and your advertisement will be published in the next issue!
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Page 22 \/ Roleplay Wiki - http://realmsroleplay.wikidot.com
For those seeking to feed their Inner RP Demons there is a wiki
site available with many sections including (but not limited to)
Nations, Roleplay culture, literature, arena, RP archives, order RP,
Places to RP, player organized groups, diaries etc.
We encourage contributions to this mud-wide RP archive and history. If
you require assistance in helping to set up a section in the wiki
please contact Falennt or Romani for information or follow the handy
guide in the right hand side of the wiki.
Take the time to become part of this RP rich world which lurks in
virtually every part of RoD. Visit http://realmsroleplay.wikidot.com!
Falennt and Romani
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Page 23 \/ Funny Titles
Desperada. Theres never time to do all the nothing you want
Abelard steals Romani's chocolate and hides it in the safe.
Florence remembers her saying, "I'm already dead."
Melindora, the Wicked Witch of the Wyrm [Gilledian]
Minda is susceptible to blunts [CoL]
Kraveyn is Dying, Five for Fighting style.
Aulerot knows what happens in the square!
Raveyn:Daydream believer and former homecoming queen.
Cellador drugs are bad mkay.
Lady Chyrse has a heart of gold but murders for thrills...
Nittan is a figment of your imagination.
Joe is following you, but not on twitter....
Hammerheim the slayer of immortals and lover of kitties.
Fiorentina blankety blank blank blank.
Naomi chokes all of her problems.
Sakura's silverware is made of GOLD
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Lola la la la la loooolaaaaa.
Romani: We are so excited about spring we wet our plants.
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Page 25 \/ Ask CoE
Questions for the Council of Elders? Wanting to ask about their vision of the
future? Interested in knowing what's Kali's favorite spaghetti sauce, or which
might most likely to be the next overhaul of races and classes?
Mudmail Editor Kadgeon with your queries or post them on the CoD board e,s,
3u, and east from the []!
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Page 26 \/ WANTED!
Alright you PKers! You want the skin of So and SO?! Not on when they
are? Thats ok put a bounty on their head! Mudmail Kadgeon!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vol
- Introduction........................02
- Background of the Problem...........03
-- Problem Statement................03
-- Purpose Statement................03
-- Impact on PKill..................03
- General List of Problems/Solutions..04
-- Attitude.........................04
-- PKill Conclave...................05
-- Leadership Philosophy............06
-- Player Base......................07
-- Code Alterations.................08
-- "Balance"........................09
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CRY28
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-- Dynamic Environment..............10
- Closing Comments....................11
-- Reality Check....................11
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CRY29
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Dear PKC (though there is really no such thing),
INTRODUCTION:
In the volumes to follow, you will find my suggestions
to "save" pkill. For many years, the terms "save" and
"killed" pkill have been tossed around in jest in
reference to a number of individual people, actions,
and ideas that may or may not have been one of many
things that actually led to the current player base,
morale within, and interest in the pkill community.
For an instant, I would encourage the pkill community
to take a step back, and consider the impact of these
suggestions from an unbias standpoint. Respectively,
I challenge the administrative (immortal) community to
consider these recommendations with an open mind, void
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of all past experience, and see this from a logical
perspective.
PROBLEM STATEMENT:
Dynamic and complex MUDs maintain the interest of both
the players, and as a result the administrators, forming
a self-fueling cycle for success (Towell Towell, 1997).
With regards to PK, RoD no longer maintains a dynamic
or complex PK environment, thus both players and immortal
administrations have largely lost interest in the system.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
The purpose of this plan is to re-energize the player and
immortal staff in an effort to, over time, revive PK.
(Continued CRY31)
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IMPACT ON PKILL:
Increased player and admin investment will engage current
players/admins and attract new people.
References:
Towell, J. Towell, E. (1997). "Presence in Text-Based
Networked Virtual Environments or "MUDS"". Presence 6
(5): 590-595.
Problem #1: Attitude
Attitudes are infectious, this fact is proven by scolars
and practitioners worldwide. Within the PK community,
a history of aggressive, negative, and selfish attitudes
have plagued the community. Given the nature of PK, this
is not much of a surprise. Players kill for "loot" which
generates greed; players compete for status, which can
affect teamwork and esprit de corps; and players warrior
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nature, much like Klingons in Star Trek, leave them w/
little concern about larger, more social requirements
needed for a community to thrive.
PK players need to think big. Unlike the peaceful world,
PKers have rarely contributed to social, infrastructure,
and esprit de corps growth within the community. PKers
need to develop areas, constructively (and respectfully)
convey ideas to the administrative staff, and make an
effort to become part of the solution, rather than idle
or complain about insignificant issues. That energy
could be better served if directed at the foregoing.
Problem #2: PKill Conclave
It is a fact, that when given responsibilty and a sense
of ownership over a person(s), program, or process,
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people will generally work harder to see those things
succeed. While not always appropriately staffed, the PK
Conclave gave players a sense of belonging, a voice,
and a symbolic organization to serve on their behalf.
I have witness the success and failure of this council,
and it was not the "council" or concept of it that
failed, it was the leadership/membership. A properly
led and staffed PK, rewarded for engagement, and
appropriately empowered to make change will be more
beneficial (as proven by history) than no PKC or the
current "You are all special, so really no one is
special" PKC model.
The key here is PROPERLY LED; otherwise, this idea is
as much of a failure as the current process.
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Problem #3: Leadership
Along the lines of attitude, and the PKC, comes the
lack of "leadership" within the PK community.
Like it or not, this MuD is an organization with a
community of people who possess free will, feelings,
and require structure, challenges, and entertainment.
With the except of a select few in the history of PK,
many clan leaders (unlike a much larger percentage of
order and guild leaders) demonstrate leadership
beyond that demonstrated in combat. Unfortunately,
the concept of leadership involves a lot more than
being the best pkiller, being active, having gear,
or being popular.
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Leaders in PK need to LEAD their orgs, not just in PK,
but through training, conduct, and development as a
deadly. Leaders should be, on a monthly basis, posting
in the Cry of Despair, host activities for followers
to engage in, ensuring their followers ideas are
represented, and building an environment that is
attractive to peaceful players who largely view PK
as a negative, black-sheep community.
Problem #4: Player Base
Player base is an issue that is, largely, our of the
hands of most individual players. MUDs in general
are diminishing, and thus the PK base as a percentage
of the total player base will diminishing at a more
alarming rate.
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While I believe targeting the larger player base
problem is the responsibility of the immortal staff,
the PK player base can, as stated in the leader note,
create an environment that attracts more players to
PKill. This should be a shared effort between both
mortal and immortal players if it is to be successful.
This is probably the most difficult of all problems
to tackle, and will be the slowest to resolve. It is
also too large to address appropriately within this
text.
Problem #5: Code Alterations
Code alterations, like area development, generate
(when properly implemented) enthusiasm and a better
sense of gameplay within PK. This same catalyst for
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success, has also been a recipe for failure in many
cases. Examples of poorly thought through code
changes that should be reversed, are LD trancing
(since deadlies can't multiplay), mine gold changes,
multiplay hard-coded restrictions, and scrapping of
PK equipment in deadly areas.
Additionally, adding a leaderset command to empower
a leader to set his/her own staff would be more
appropriate than the current methods.
Problem #6: "Balance"
I think we all know the official definition, but
has the immortal staff truly considered the intent
of "balance" within the realm? I would argue, that
the answer is "no" based on observation.
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If the intent is to make PK attractive, than there
should be an inherent benefit to deadly characters
that makes them more attractive than peaceful play.
This is a two-fold problem, since the primary mort
and immortal base is "really" peaceful (Romani, I
love you, but you're not a deadly). RoD, for at
least the last 14 yrs I have been playing, is
tailored to peaceful players, and every minor hint
of advantage given to deadlies is neutralized or
removed. Even quaffing was nerfed for non-pk use.
If the immortal staff wants PK to succeed, then
the archaic mindset needs to shift to a more
liberal one. Adjusting the character sharing rule
is a good example of what we need more of.
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Problem #7: Dynamic Environment
PK is always better when it changes. Deadly
characters like change, new clans, new equipment,
new areas, new people to kill, and unique items
that they can brag about and fight to protect
or acquire. Not to any fault of the current
immortal staff that have put a lot of work into
PK, but a PK MUD, and keeping people engaged is
a difficult and admin-heavy task. I do not feel
the appropriate amount of resources are currently
dedicated to the success of PK.
I also understand the PK player base is only a
fraction of the PF base, so the reality of PK
expecting to receive the level of dedication
required for success is unrealistic on this MUD.
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In fact, the effort/playerbase ratio for PK
support is probably higher than that of the PF
community when it comes to code implementation.
The sad truth is, this mud may never be a great
PK MUD due to the primary focus
CLOSING COMMENTS:
This article is not meant to point fingers or
detract from the work of the current administration,
effort of the few current and past "good" leaders,
nor is it directly referring to any one individual.
The odds of PK energizing are low, but it is in the
realm of the possible. For it to happen, players
need to step up and become more proactive in the
communities development. Additionally, a less
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restrictive, more involved administrative mind-
set is needed, as PK and PF are not the same.
Ultimately, the fall of PK is largely due to mortal
player attitudes, laziness, and greed. Attitude and
action is the #1 obstacle to conquer if PK is to
survive. This goes for mortals and immortals alike.
What is presently in place is clearly not working,
and it is clearly worse than what was done before,
so perhaps we should go "back to the start" and
undue some of the damage to give PK a chance.
Jason
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A Research Project to Repopulate RoD
Problem Statement:
Members are leaving the MUD, but very few are joining.
Purpose Statement:
To analyze the cause of departure, and recommend ways to
maintain the current population, while recruitng new players.
Research Question:
This study attempts to answer, "Why are players leaving, and how
do we effectively repopulate the MUD?"
Methodology:
This will be a mixed-methods study, incorporating both
qualitative and quantitative procedures.
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Hypothesis:
H0a: Members are not leaving because of technology advances.
H1a: Members are leaving because of technology advances.
H0b: Members are not leaving because of game administration.
H1b: Members are leaving because of game administration.
H0c: Players are unlikely to join RoD, despite our efforts.
H1c: Players are likely to join RoD w/ the right efforts taken.
SURVEY INSTRUCTIONS
Please mudmail your answers to the survey below to Vortok. The
results will be kept annonymous and the responses will only
be used to compile data, then they will be destroyed. Please
do not send more than one survey per real-world person playing.
Please answer honestly. Results will be published next month.
(Continued CRY44)
Yentle the dwarf leaves north.
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SURVEY
Please answer the following questions using the scale below:
1-Strong Disagree 2-Disagree 3-Nuetral 4-Agree 5-Strong Agree
1. I considered leaving due to the archaic gameplay of RoD
2. I prefer games with a graphical interface over text-based
3. I spend more time on FF Online, WoW, or similar MMO
4. The administration properly runs the MUD
5. The administration takes great efforts to retain players
6. I feel all of the administrators are useful to the MUD
7. I actively recruit new players to the MUD
8. New players are likely to stay if they try the game once
9. Kali makes me feel like I am important
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The following are optional discussion questions (sentences):
10. Describe what would keep you on the MUD
11. Describe what would be best to attract/keep new players
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Page 46 \/ Letter From the Editor - Kadgeon
Dear Readers,
I hope that all of you have enjoyed reading
this issue as much as I have enjoyed editing it! I also hope
that everyone will read the next one as it is to contain lots
more articles and tidbits!
Sincerely,
Kadgeon
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Page 47 \/ Write For The CRY
Write for the Cry!
If you are interested then please write a short note saying why you
would like the position. Please include your normal online times so
that the immortals can interview you.
We also welcome freelance editors. Do contact Falennt for more
information.
We are also looking for more staff writers and freelancers. If you
would like to earn some income through writing just about anything,
feel free to speak with Falennt regarding your interest.
Our Current Payment Rates
Editor-in-Chief : 60 million gold per issue edited
Staff Writers : 4 million gold per page submitted.
Regular freelancers : 3 million gold per page submitted.
Organization Writers : 2 million gold per page submitted.
The Cry of Despair welcome all newbie and avatar writers alike. If
your passion is writing, do contact Falennt through mudmail or a tell.
Thank you in advance for your interest.
N.B.: Staff Writer : Cry of Despair Staff, Regular Submissions required.
Freelancer : Article submission not on regular basis, not required
to be on the Cry of Despair staff list.
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And we have a new Editor! She is not all unfamiliar to the citizens
of the Realms, I believe. Kadgeon is our new Editor and I'm pleased to publish
her very first copy of the Cry of Despair. We also welcome back Vortok as
part of our staff and I hope that you would find his article on PK an
interesting and thoughtful read.
We are always looking for submissions, so do mudmail or send a tell to
our new Editor, or myself. You can also email me directly at
falennt_sarien@hotmail.com
should you require any clarification or assistance with regards to the Cry.
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http://www.realmsofdespair.com/cod/index.phtml for Issues 01 to 102
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We do apologize for any missing issues as some of these were not archived.
And as always, have a great read!
Regards
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