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Vagonuth at 20:30, 28 February 2022

2022-02-28T20:30:43Z

Caoimhe: /* I want to hit! */ Another basic stereotype...

2012-03-15T18:05:21Z

I want to hit!: Another basic stereotype...

Caoimhe: /* I want to tank! */ some indication of what the word "tank" means. Feel free to improve upon this stereotype.

2012-03-15T18:00:49Z

I want to tank!: some indication of what the word "tank" means. Feel free to improve upon this stereotype.

Shalineth: /* Exploration */

2010-06-01T23:17:20Z

Exploration

Neyne: /* I want to just be really useful! */

2010-05-29T05:46:48Z

I want to just be really useful!

Neyne: /* Choosing a character */ just this and that

2010-05-29T05:45:38Z

Choosing a character: just this and that

Neyne at 05:09, 29 May 2010

2010-05-29T05:09:08Z

Zahri: /* Exploration */

2009-06-10T03:20:37Z

Exploration

Shalineth: /* As You Grow */ Added setmin/setmout links.

2009-06-05T21:10:40Z

As You Grow: Added setmin/setmout links.

Shalineth: /* As You Grow */ Fixed link to hero category.

2009-06-05T20:58:38Z

As You Grow: Fixed link to hero category.

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 == Choosing a character ==
-You can create an unlimited number of characters to see for yourself how they perform, but here is a very quick rundown of play styles.
+You can create an unlimited number of characters to see for yourself how they perform, but here is a very quick rundown of play styles. For some recommended starting Race/Class options, check out the [[New Character Guide]].
 ==== I want to tank! ====

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		+	''I want to take advantage of the cover of a tank to cause damage to my enemies!''

	[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Archers\|Archers]] are the basic physical hitters. Warriors have access to the most attacks of any class, as well as [[Bash]] and [[Trip]], two skills that make enemies more vulnerable. Archers simply do a whole lot of damage in a single hit... and that's about it. Their only caveat is that they can't be in direct combat (tanking) in order to do the most damage. [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]] can be hitters, but they don't perform very well in that role until much higher levels (you will be a Hero by then), so a starting character shouldn't chose them ''just'' for hitting.		[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Archers\|Archers]] are the basic physical hitters. Warriors have access to the most attacks of any class, as well as [[Bash]] and [[Trip]], two skills that make enemies more vulnerable. Archers simply do a whole lot of damage in a single hit... and that's about it. Their only caveat is that they can't be in direct combat (tanking) in order to do the most damage. [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]] can be hitters, but they don't perform very well in that role until much higher levels (you will be a Hero by then), so a starting character shouldn't chose them ''just'' for hitting.

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	==== I want to tank! ====		==== I want to tank! ====
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		+	''I want to be at the front, leading the way, and trying to shield my group from the majority of the damage thrown at it!''

	[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]], [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]], and [[:Category:Monks\|Monks]] are all classic tanks. Warriors have a high pool of hit points and defensive skills like [[Parry\|parry]], [[Shield Block\|shield block]], and [[Rescue\|rescue]]. Rogues have fewer hit points, but have powerful sneak attacks that deal high amounts of damage and can sometimes cripple foes. They also have access to [[Dodge\|dodge]] and [[Parry\|parry]]. Monks fight unarmed and also have [[Rescue\|rescue]], [[Dodge\|dodge]], as well as their own set of parries and counters. Due to their counters, Monks also hit hardest when tanking. Try [[Tanking In Hit Gear\|tanking in hit gear]] if you dare!		[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]], [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]], and [[:Category:Monks\|Monks]] are all classic tanks. Warriors have a high pool of hit points and defensive skills like [[Parry\|parry]], [[Shield Block\|shield block]], and [[Rescue\|rescue]]. Rogues have fewer hit points, but have powerful sneak attacks that deal high amounts of damage and can sometimes cripple foes. They also have access to [[Dodge\|dodge]] and [[Parry\|parry]]. Monks fight unarmed and also have [[Rescue\|rescue]], [[Dodge\|dodge]], as well as their own set of parries and counters. Due to their counters, Monks also hit hardest when tanking. Try [[Tanking In Hit Gear\|tanking in hit gear]] if you dare!

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 As you gain in levels, you will find yourself outgrowing areas you once hunted to extinction and watch your xp begin to dwindle.  Exploring is key!  There are hundreds of areas in Avatar, scattered and tucked away everywhere.  The world is vast.  Two vital tools to your exploration are the [[Areas]] command and the [[Where]] command.  They will give you ideas on places to look for and tell you when you are in an area you don't need to be just yet.  Don't forget to set your [[Recall]] as you wander about!
-There is a tour guide in [[Stonehall]] northwest of Sol that will take you around to many areas (levels 5-25) for a nominal fee.  He gives tips on how to find the areas as he takes you there.  This is an excellent tool for at least getting an idea of where you should start looking around if you are feeling overwhelmed. There is a higher level version northwest of Aelmon for areas 20-50.
+There is a tour guide in [[:Category:Stonehall|Stonehall]] northwest of Sol that will take you around to many areas (levels 5-25) for a nominal fee.  He gives tips on how to find the areas as he takes you there.  This is an excellent tool for at least getting an idea of where you should start looking around if you are feeling overwhelmed. There is a higher level version northwest of Aelmon for areas 20-50.
 == [[Death]] ==

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 All classes have some sort of utility they can bring to the table. In combat, [[:Category:Warriors|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Rogues|Rogues]] can [[Disarm|disarm]] enemies, while [[:Category:Mages|Mages]], [[:Category:Clerics|Clerics]], and [[:Category:Psionicists|Psions]] have a number of useful debuffs (at lower levels, [[Blindness]] is quite useful). Psions in particular have debuffs that no other class can replicate, including [[Overconfidence]] and [[Deception]] (which is like a disarm with a much higher success rate).
-When just moving around, Mages and Clerics can open [[Portal|portals]] that the entire group can use, while Rogues can [[Pick Lock|pick locks]] and Warriors can [[Bashdoor|bash them down]] altogether.
+When just moving around, Mages and Clerics can open [[Portal|portals]] that the entire group can use, while Rogues can [[Pick Lock|pick locks]] off of doors and Warriors can [[Bashdoor|bash them down]] altogether.
 All manner of spellcasters can use scrolls and wands to cast spells they don't learn themselves, and of course they have their own unique set of useful buffing spells.

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 ==== I want to tank! ====
-[[:Category:Warriors|Warriors]], [[:Category:Rogues|Rogues]], and [[:Category:Monks|Monks]] are all classic tanks. Warriors have a high pool of hit points and defensive skills like [[Parry|parry]], [[Shield Block|shield block]], and [[Rescue|rescue]]. Rogues have fewer hit points, but have powerful sneak attacks that deal high amounts of damage and can sometimes cripple foes. They also have access to [[Dodge|dodge]] and [[Parry|parry]]. Monks fight unarmed and also have [[Rescue|rescue]], [[Dodge|dodge]], as well as their own set of parries and counters.
+[[:Category:Warriors|Warriors]], [[:Category:Rogues|Rogues]], and [[:Category:Monks|Monks]] are all classic tanks. Warriors have a high pool of hit points and defensive skills like [[Parry|parry]], [[Shield Block|shield block]], and [[Rescue|rescue]]. Rogues have fewer hit points, but have powerful sneak attacks that deal high amounts of damage and can sometimes cripple foes. They also have access to [[Dodge|dodge]] and [[Parry|parry]]. Monks fight unarmed and also have [[Rescue|rescue]], [[Dodge|dodge]], as well as their own set of parries and counters. Due to their counters, Monks also hit hardest when tanking. Try [[Tanking In Hit Gear|tanking in hit gear]] if you dare!
 ==== I want to hit! ====
-[[:Category:Warriors|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Archers|Archers]] are the basic physical hitters. Warriors have access to the most attacks of any class, as well as [[Bash]] and [[Trip]], two skills that make enemies more vulnerable. Archers simply do a lot of damage... and that's about it. Their only caveat is that they can't be in direct combat (tanking) in order to do the most damage. [[:Category:Rogues|Rogues]] can be hitters, but they don't perform very well in that role until much higher levels (you will be a Hero by then), so a starting character shouldn't chose them to hit.
+[[:Category:Warriors|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Archers|Archers]] are the basic physical hitters. Warriors have access to the most attacks of any class, as well as [[Bash]] and [[Trip]], two skills that make enemies more vulnerable. Archers simply do a whole lot of damage in a single hit... and that's about it. Their only caveat is that they can't be in direct combat (tanking) in order to do the most damage. [[:Category:Rogues|Rogues]] can be hitters, but they don't perform very well in that role until much higher levels (you will be a Hero by then), so a starting character shouldn't chose them ''just'' for hitting.
 On the magic side, [[:Category:Mages|Mages]] and [[:Category:Psionicists|Psionicists]] both deal damage throgh spells, limited by their mana. Mages learn damage spells, as well as a handy skill called [[Surge]] that boosts your spell damage up to a factor of 5. (Be sure to use the SPELL command to check your spell costs before casting a surged spell!) Psions learn kinetic damage spells that can't be surged like Mages' spells can, but they generally do more damage and cost less mana to cast.
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 [[:Category:Clerics|Clerics]] are the primary healers. They learn very potent healing spells, which are limited by mana.
-Also, all spellcasters learn [[Arcane Knowledge]] and [[Read Magic]], which will allow them to use staves and scrolls. Many such items cast healing spells, but their uses are limited and they take twice as long to cast than a cleric's healing spell. Nevertheless, a brandishing Mage or Psion is often all a group needs to survive.
+Also, all spellcasters learn [[Arcane Knowledge]] and [[Read Magic]], which will allow them to use staves and scrolls. Many such items cast healing spells, but their uses are limited and they take twice as long to cast than a cleric's healing spell. Nevertheless, a brandishing Mage or Psion is often all a group needs to survive. (N.B. Clerics can also use these items to augment their own abilities.)
 ==== I want to just be really useful! ====

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	The commands are very intuitive once you get the hang of things, and the help files are very extensive. However, if you are new to mudding altogether, or feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of commands, the value of the Mudschool cannot be overstated. It will take about 10-15 minutes to walk through the most basic commands and how to begin your adventuring days.		The commands are very intuitive once you get the hang of things, and the help files are very extensive. However, if you are new to mudding altogether, or feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of commands, the value of the Mudschool cannot be overstated. It will take about 10-15 minutes to walk through the most basic commands and how to begin your adventuring days.
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		+	== Choosing a character ==
		+
		+	You can create an unlimited number of characters to see for yourself how they perform, but here is a very quick rundown of play styles.
		+
		+	==== I want to tank! ====
		+
		+	[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]], [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]], and [[:Category:Monks\|Monks]] are all classic tanks. Warriors have a high pool of hit points and defensive skills like [[Parry\|parry]], [[Shield Block\|shield block]], and [[Rescue\|rescue]]. Rogues have fewer hit points, but have powerful sneak attacks that deal high amounts of damage and can sometimes cripple foes. They also have access to [[Dodge\|dodge]] and [[Parry\|parry]]. Monks fight unarmed and also have [[Rescue\|rescue]], [[Dodge\|dodge]], as well as their own set of parries and counters.
		+
		+	==== I want to hit! ====
		+
		+	[[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Archers\|Archers]] are the basic physical hitters. Warriors have access to the most attacks of any class, as well as [[Bash]] and [[Trip]], two skills that make enemies more vulnerable. Archers simply do a lot of damage... and that's about it. Their only caveat is that they can't be in direct combat (tanking) in order to do the most damage. [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]] can be hitters, but they don't perform very well in that role until much higher levels (you will be a Hero by then), so a starting character shouldn't chose them to hit.
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		+	On the magic side, [[:Category:Mages\|Mages]] and [[:Category:Psionicists\|Psionicists]] both deal damage throgh spells, limited by their mana. Mages learn damage spells, as well as a handy skill called [[Surge]] that boosts your spell damage up to a factor of 5. (Be sure to use the SPELL command to check your spell costs before casting a surged spell!) Psions learn kinetic damage spells that can't be surged like Mages' spells can, but they generally do more damage and cost less mana to cast.
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		+	==== I want to heal! ====
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		+	[[:Category:Clerics\|Clerics]] are the primary healers. They learn very potent healing spells, which are limited by mana.
		+
		+	Also, all spellcasters learn [[Arcane Knowledge]] and [[Read Magic]], which will allow them to use staves and scrolls. Many such items cast healing spells, but their uses are limited and they take twice as long to cast than a cleric's healing spell. Nevertheless, a brandishing Mage or Psion is often all a group needs to survive.
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		+	==== I want to just be really useful! ====
		+
		+	All classes have some sort of utility they can bring to the table. In combat, [[:Category:Warriors\|Warriors]] and [[:Category:Rogues\|Rogues]] can [[Disarm\|disarm]] enemies, while [[:Category:Mages\|Mages]], [[:Category:Clerics\|Clerics]], and [[:Category:Psionicists\|Psions]] have a number of useful debuffs (at lower levels, [[Blindness]] is quite useful). Psions in particular have debuffs that no other class can replicate, including [[Overconfidence]] and [[Deception]] (which is like a disarm with a much higher success rate).
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		+	When just moving around, Mages and Clerics can open [[Portal\|portals]] that the entire group can use, while Rogues can [[Pick Lock\|pick locks]] and Warriors can [[Bashdoor\|bash them down]] altogether.
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		+	All manner of spellcasters can use scrolls and wands to cast spells they don't learn themselves, and of course they have their own unique set of useful buffing spells.

	== Starting out ==		== Starting out ==

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 Level 25: If you have practiced [[Magic Lore]] you should be able to see the duration of spells cast on you.  Without [[Magic Lore]], you will see a general message of how long your spells will last.
-Level 35: You can set the room entrance and exit messages
+Level 35: You can set the room [[setmin|entrance]] and [[setmout|exit]] messages
 Level 51: Welcome to [[:Category:Hero|Hero]]!