Edav Nomad

I haven't messed with my two characters on Yustiel beyond creating them but their names are Dargothe (Scout) and Edav (Warrrior). I use the same two names on Ariel but so far it looks like I'll play the Assassin more. I've never been that fond on magic users.

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Edav Nomad

Here are five tips provided by Massively.com:

For those lucky enough to get past Aion's login queue, we're happy to announce five quick tips that will enhance your gaming experience. You can expect more of these kinds of posts in the weeks and months ahead. Let's get right into it, shall we?

1. Change the channel

The initial rush of new players coming in to Aion can really bung up certain areas of the game. While we're all for being social (see #5), this can lead to some long and frustrating waits for shared PvE content. Or maybe you're on a lower end rig and the massive amounts of players on screen is causing you performance issues. There is a remedy and it's called channel surfing.

Click the menu tab near your skill bar > Click 'Support' > Click 'Change Channel' > Pick a channel from the drop down and press 'Okay' -- You will be teleported to the exact same spot in another channel

You may also need to change your channel to meet up with group mates or rendezvous with another player to make a trade (item, gold, etc.).

2. Extended gliding

Once you reach level 10 and earn your first set of wings as a Daeva you'll no doubt want to take full advantage of flying and gliding whenever possible. You've also probably come across a number of people gliding along on seemingly flat/horizontal surfaces and scratched your head in disbelief. It's actually quite easy to do:

Enable auto-run and take your fingers off the forward movement key > Jump and tap your spacebar to extend your wings (for best results start on a slight or steep decline) > Press and hold your backward movement key (usually S or the down cursor) when you are just about to hit the ground > Your avatar will rise back up > Stop pressing backwards > Rinse and repeat

NCsoft basically calls this "thermodynamics;" pockets of hot air that allow your character to rise up while gliding. You can also steer left and right with your keyboard or mouse. But remember, enabling autorun makes all the difference.

3. Be a kleptomaniac

When you see something pick it up and use it, trade it, or sell it! Kinah is extremely important in Aion and there are a lot of money sinks from traveling to crafting to buying back lost stats after death. You are also highly encouraged to learn a craft so you become self-sufficient from a gear perspective and are able to earn money on the side. Learn to use the trade broker (auction house). It's also recommended that you buy an extra row of cube space (inventory) so you can carry more stuff. Don't forget to use your warehouse (bank) to store crafting materials before you go out hunting. This gives you more bag space for new goodies!

4. Manage your info

The 'All' chat tab can become extremely cluttered and it's very easy to miss out on important information. You can manage the filters on your other chat tabs by right-clicking on them. You can also add new chat tabs for specific purposes. Personally, I've added Legion- and Whisper-only chat tabs so I don't miss out on any important information. I'll check them every few minutes and then return to my default 'All' tab.

5. Be social

Aion is a highly social MMO, even though it may not appear that way from levels 1-18. Those early levels make it easy for players to be self-sufficient but beyond them you're going to start relying on people more often. Aside from the progression gains, it's also beneficial to socialize with others from a mental perspective. Chatting in chat or in vent stimulates your brain and helps you from becoming too singularily focused. Ask questions. Volunteer answers. Join a legion (guild). Shoot the $#*&. You don't have to become a social maniac but it doesn't hurt to stretch your mind from time to time. And yes, your character will get phatter l3wt too...

Five quick tips for Aion - Massively

Lianne Marten

I just moved to the level 19+ area and got a quest where I drink a beverage that teleports me to the equivalent Elyos region. About 8 other Asmodians had done that at the same time, and we grouped up and ran around killing people, then dying horribly to the mob assembled against us.

It was awesome.

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I hope that whoever you are, you escape this place. I hope that the world turns and that things get better. But what I hope most of all is that you understand what I mean when I tell you that even though I do not know you, even though I may never meet you, laugh with you, cry with you, or kiss you... I love you. With all my heart, I love you.

-Valerie

Lianne Marten

Yes yes yes. Crafting items for people costs (ignoring the cost of training up to that level) almost nothing if you harvest everything yourself. Flux is rare but as long as you're frugal you can collect a decent supply to make enough of whatever you need. Being in a legion means that when you hit 13 another member might make you a full set of armor just because they can.

I strongly recommend that, unless you're already in a different legion, the folks here should join up together.

Edav Nomad

I'm not in a Legion at the moment even though I have been asked to join one by a couple of people that I have grouped up with. I was waiting to see if someone here wanted to start one.

Kavik Brock

There is a legion made-up of some folks here. Not sure who can do invites, though. I was in it during the beta, but have yet to be able to get invited so far after go live.

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The Travels of Charles

Edav Nomad

Edav ascended and became a Gladiator with a freaking huge sword.

Vivianne Draper

well i ascended. then i died a whole lot.

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Edav Nomad

Edav level 11 Gladiator:

Vivianne Draper

Edav came and helped me take revenge on those who kilt me. All is well.

Kavik Brock

I got a little time to play last night and my Scout on the Elyos-side ascended. He got an interesting sword which shed some Kobald blood before I had to log out.

Oh, and I accidentally fell off of a platform in Sanctum waiting for a boat. I died a rather inglorious death. lol In my defense; all of the other similar platforms had an invisible barrier that kept you from walking off the edge. Apparently the platform I was on...didn't.

Vivianne Draper

also last night i learned about channels which i thought were things to talk on but seem to be separate spheres of dimensions

Camille Serpentine

Guild Wars does that too.
You probably missed the message that said you were playing for an hour. Starting with the 2nd hour message they ask you to take a break.

Vivianne Draper

quit stealin my moves lol

Kavik Brock

Oh, yeah...totally Vivi move on that one.

Affinity

Wait for me!!! I am coming!!!

Kavik Brock

Hot...

Affinity

Well I am trying to come. The installer installed the game, said there was an error, is now uninstalling itself to reinstall itself.

I often wonder why the simplest of things are so difficult for myself and my computer. Perhaps it is because I own a Dell?

Sin Toshi

I just got in. Vehna (Priest) Asmo on Ariel.

Where wings...want WINGS!

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Betty Barracuda

Good grief... bloody repair is taking forever and a day. I'm bored!!! I wanna play!

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Betty B.

Edav Nomad

You get a quest to get them when you reach level 9. The quest isn't hard you mostly just have to run to different places.

Sin Toshi

Ok cool Good to know.

I'll use these for now.

Betty Barracuda

Yay! I was finally able to play a bit last night. Between getting the game to install (long!), picking a name (longer!) and making a character (longest!), it didn't leave much time for actual play.

Ilta - Priest Asmodian on Ariel
Ajia - Scout Elysos on Yustiel (haven't played that one yet!)

Feel free to friend me!

*runs off to get some wings*

Affinity

Okay finally made it in. I am Aumara on Ariel. (that sounds kinky too!) But can someone invite me to the group please! Thank you!

Vivianne Draper

apparently only Nala can invite people. It has been a week and I have not seen him on yet. So it may be a while