how Do I take part?
1. register
If you've not yet done so please register, this gives you access to the main functional pages, the registration system is functional but still needs some work dones to it.
2.login
login either here or on the verbsleagues main page.
Please note: the legends and renegades pages still use an old legacy system for server admins to login, these are seperate login pages
3.download launcher
you can get this here - Please note this link only works if you are logged into the verbsleagues webpage. You can also find the user page in the dynamic index page in the links on the right hand side, if you are logged in
4. extract launcher to the Evochron Legends game Directory
5. run launcher.exe
I make a shortcut of this and place it on my desktop and use it instead of the evochron Legends shortcut.
When the launcher runs click on the dynamic button. A webpage will popup asking you to login, once you have logged in you will be given a code, put this into the launcher window, you can either type it in or copy and paste, when you hit enter Legends will run. Go to multiplayer and choose verbsleagues as the server.
6. Enjoy the dynamic universe,
FAQ
1.What is a 'dynamic' server
In short a server in which the universe is not 'static' ( unchanging ), another term that could be used is persistant. Simply put A pilots actions on the server will affect the universe in which they play. contracts will affect not only your reputation but the economy of the system, Clans can 'hold' systems and make them more 'hostile' to other clans. There is also an ongoing series of storylines and quests which pilots and clans can take part in, which will offer bonuses.
Other dynamic servers are in the works too, including the 'orbital' server in which planetary bodies will be given orbits.
2.how does it work
for the curent dynamic server pilots are required to register, and use the launcher, this replaces the standard universe with the one applicable to you. The universe is typically updated daily. most of the system is built using .php and mysql. it takes certain details from the chatlog and uses these to make the correct changes to the universe.
3. what is this launcher and why do I need it
in short the launcher gathers all the files needed for you to be able to join a game. It does not gather any information from your computer, it simply downloads the latest applicable universe file to allow you to connect. It also has the option for you to return to the 'standard universe'
4. why do i need to register
for a few reasons, firstly to ensure you get the correct universe file, Also in future updates to help to stop impersonation.
5. my clan is showing is IND what is this?
Currently my primary goall is to get the dynamic in place and running properly, as part of this some secondary functions are not in place yet. Part of this is the 'clan' system, and as such all pilots who have registered are shown as IND by default. If you are not in a clan this is the correct setting for you ( IND = independant ), If you are in a clan u2u me and I'll sort it out for you.
6. I just used the launcher but can't join the game
At some points in time to allow for development I'll have to 'revert back' to a standard universe. Also to allow the MP experience to be open to all pilots, if my server is the only one running It'll revert back to standard.
7.I'm concrened about my privacy
All details kept on the web server for verbsleagues are confidential, and will never be given out. similarly any conversations held in the chatlog are not kept on the server nor processed ( only 'statments' made by the game itself are used ) from time to time I may read the chatlog, but only to ensure that the 'pg' rating of the server is enforced. If I find a breach of the PG rating all discource about this will be between me and the pilot in question, in a private setting.
8. I don't see a difference between the standard universe and the dynamic one
At the moment there isn't much of one, as the beta progresses players should start to notice changes, Firstly the starting reps will shortly be changing to account for factions, reps and economies will styart to change as pilots actions afect them. Eventually ( near the end of the beta) new systems features and quests will start to appear.
Some of the biggest features wont appear till once the beta is finished, these are story-based and often relate to the warzones and the human-vonari war. Dependant on your chosen faction you will also be informed about features of the universe that are available to you as part of that faction.
At what stage of development is this at?
Nearly completed, the system is currently in beta and testing the last of the basic dynamic features, once this has been done the system will be truely dynamic in its original development goals - to have a dynamic reputation and economic system.
Once this stage of testing is complete testing of the final stage(s) the story/mission system and 'special object' systems will be tested, and the dynamic server will come out of beta testing.
I don't see the server online
This is due to the server machine being currently in use for other purposes, around mid may It should return to being a dedicated server box.
troubleshooting
the launcher crashes / I get a mismatched universe error
more often than not you can re-run the launcher to correct this, please be aware that legends should not be running when the launcher runs.
I still get a mismatched universe error
you can also just reinstall the game (if you've left the installation and save data folder in one location) and the installer will restore the default universe for you.
[Edited on 4-27-2009 by verbosity]
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