8/12/06, Warcry weekly update - New Weapon Screens [Archive]

Lorak

08-12-2006, 09:32 AM

I will say the human model and chain armor in these looks nice.

The weapon looks like it would be pretty cool. I won't comment on how it looks because lighting effects and such generally look like crap in Screenshots. So no telling what it will really look like in game.

Just a glow and you get a good general idea. But if this is lightning, and it is moving it will look kind of crappy in a screenshot.

Dozier

08-12-2006, 09:55 AM

eh they said there would be more info this go round, -<-<- my lightning effects are just as 1337

Suitepee

08-12-2006, 10:09 AM

I don't think they promised an 'informational' update,but they said they hoped for one.

Hmmmmm. The weapon looks ok I guess,although I'd gander it would look better in motion. I liked the detail on the human head/human armor though.

Hopefully next week they'll have a MASSIVE update on the Alfar,which everyone would like. And then we can spend ages discussing why they'll look like emos. :D

Salazar[SG]

08-12-2006, 10:17 AM

Shitty update and the sword looks ghey

Im sorry for being an ass but really are these supposed to be updates or what?

Id much rather have a steel sword with a curve and sparks to it as a sithra rather than this lightning thing(?)

Sarusan

08-12-2006, 10:26 AM

']Shitty update and the sword looks ghey

Im sorry for being an ass but really are these supposed to be updates or what?

Id much rather have a steel sword with a curve and sparks to it as a sithra rather than this lightning thing(?)

Good point, 1.shitty update , 2. sword looks more ghey than ghey, 3. who cares about this sword when we have other questions not answered, a lot more importan

Edit: Armor human is wearing on these 3 screens is a Dragon Armor right? Was that hard Dev's to make it anything other that we didnt see yet?

doma

08-12-2006, 10:43 AM

That sure is a silly looking sword.

Salazar[SG]

08-12-2006, 10:49 AM

Good point, 1.shitty update , 2. sword looks more ghey than ghey, 3. who cares about this sword when we have other questions not answered, a lot more importan

Edit: Armor human is wearing on these 3 screens is a Dragon Armor right? Was that hard Dev's to make it anything other that we didnt see yet?

What are you trying to say?

JimLad

08-12-2006, 10:57 AM

I'm disappointed that there wasn't a more informative update this week as we were lead to believe.
Always nice to see new stuff however I think that sword would best be shown off in motion. Right now it just looks like something anyone could have photoshopped in.

Zalasahr

08-12-2006, 11:10 AM

:ohno: :ohno: :ohno: :sly: :sly: bang

Fedamin[SUN]

08-12-2006, 12:24 PM

i agree, strange look on the screen. just make a few second movie similar to that last warpig one so we can see it in motion.

Galdred

08-12-2006, 12:26 PM

I'm not a big fan of lightsaber in med fan settings either

Jeraal

08-12-2006, 12:33 PM

I have to agree, thats not a very pretty sword

Darkmatter

08-12-2006, 01:00 PM

I hate the new sword.

G.Struepp

08-12-2006, 01:05 PM

i like it, because i expect it to look better when in motion...and i'm glad not just sticking to the classical weapons. Also the inka design points to the big variation of DF's design.

But i relly hope on a bit more to read for the next update...

Naithin

08-12-2006, 01:36 PM

I don't think they promised an 'informational' update,but they said they hoped for one.

Suitepee hit that one on the head. Also, another point of clarification, *I* said that *I* hoped to be able to bring you informational updates again at the end of the three week run of screenshots.

The devs promised nothing.

I still hope to be able to bring you informational updates in the very near future, but I don't know precisely when that will be at this time. When I know for sure, well, you'll see it in the update. ;)

Further, the update is still generally speaking aimed for the Friday. It was a little late this week is all. :)

Naithin

08-12-2006, 01:40 PM

I have to agree, thats not a very pretty sword

And other quotes like it..

If nothing else, the vids we do have so far of DF have *always* shown that anything they present to us as stills never looks as great as it does when in motion.

So I feel that in all likelyhood, the still shots simply don't do the weapon justice, and it will be far more impressive in motion.

In addition to that though, while this was not indicated to me, just looking at the background of the background of the pics, they appear to have been taken on the 'low spec' setup, rather than the high quality end. I could be wrong, as I said, this wasn't indicated to me, but it does appear that way.

So even in stills, it could yet look better.

Dronjak

08-12-2006, 01:45 PM

New stuff in DFO is always good stuff :)

Askel

08-12-2006, 01:56 PM

New stuff in DFO is always good stuff
Indeed

BlackVolgan

08-12-2006, 02:01 PM

i love the sword, aslong as its super rare. I dont want to see an army of noobs running around with lighting swords after they clear an orc camp.

alfaroverall

08-12-2006, 02:14 PM

i love the sword, aslong as its super rare. I dont want to see an army of noobs running around with lighting swords after they clear an orc camp.
If 3 orcs get ambushed by 12 noob humans and are all wielding lightning swords, you could see 3 noobs humans with lightning swords, albeit not for long.

Darkmatter

08-12-2006, 02:16 PM

Looking forward to look at that long flashy-sparky thing all day, probably going to be hugely annoying.. It probably makes thundering/electric noises too. Lovely.

Sachem

08-12-2006, 02:37 PM

To be honest the sword looks to me like a solid object, not lightning. The shape stays the same in the different frames and when it is captured in motion. My main complaint is about how and where the sword is wider and double-bladed, not bending backward like a scimitar, but forward like a scythe. It's also very thin near the grip. I think that's what some people dislike.

All but the smallest lightning sparks are identical. A complete re-draw of the sword isn't necessary to make the image. It does have many of the Sithra's atributes, below (taken from the Alfar racial description).
[Quote=Alfar Racial Description]Melek

Metal Wolf

08-12-2006, 03:01 PM

Due to the weapon trail in the first screen I think that scword changes its shape, IE looking more lightningish. Something like that would look considerably better in motion.

WonderBrick

08-12-2006, 03:10 PM

I like the sword. But I like to imagine a sword like this as the extreme end of the uber weapon spectrum, though. I would not want to see everyone running around with one.

Sithra is more like a whip-sword, I believe.

One small concern is that if the sword's electrical nature is animated, as i am sure it is, i hope it does not cause some graphical lag due to animation. Soemtimes soem games implelent a 2D animated sprite that causes graphical lag(ala UO's repeated flamestrikes[exp: Orc fort in t2a], Oblivion's flames[fixed in patch], etc).

On the consmetic side, I am more concerned with:
2D leaves, fences, etc
boring water textures
where water meets the land

I would include fog, but on low system settings, I see few other options(except maybe Oblivion's approach).

InFlamesx

08-12-2006, 03:23 PM

Crazy looking weapon eh?

http://df.warcry.com/scripts/news/view_news.phtml?site=7&id=64000

graphics definatly need an update..

this is 2006.. come on people..

but ill still play if the games good..

Malishan

08-12-2006, 03:25 PM

Screenshots suck, get with it and release short movie clips instead.

Matriel

08-12-2006, 03:33 PM

Screenshots suck, get with it and release short movie clips instead.

QFMFT

Merrin

08-12-2006, 03:42 PM

Those screenshots would be six times better if they showed the human warrior cutting the wretched little head off the alfar he got the sword from.

Osirus

08-12-2006, 03:57 PM

the armor is the best part of the screen shots.

Tongue

08-12-2006, 04:03 PM

Have to agree the armor looks good.

The sword seems gimmicky, but there are a lot of gameplay implications that come up. It looks like it has insane reach for a one handed weapon. Also will this weapon be something that can be looted or is it simply a magic spell that summons the sword? Probably a reagent based weapon? More then likely the sword does electrical damage instead of the normal slash pierce of other melee weapons. I simply like the fact that it shows there will be a lot of variety in melee weapons.

Drafli

08-12-2006, 04:11 PM

Swords ok aslong as every man and his dog doesn't have one. If i got hold of one i'd probably sell it anyway. Might as well walk around with a flashing red light over your head that screams out "GANK ME" with every step you take.

FunWithDrugs

08-12-2006, 04:19 PM

That weapon could potentially be pretty cool (looking.) Like someone said, if it is made of moving lightning, should look pretty sweet.

morde

08-12-2006, 04:50 PM

A small video with it in motion would be nice.

Solohk

08-12-2006, 05:08 PM

Shocking.

Xrispie

08-12-2006, 05:10 PM

im to lazy to search for the link but wasnt it mentioned everything in DFO can be player crafted ? how do you player craft a lightning sword ?

Screenies were bad .... general update this week was horrid ..

its hard for me to convince my guild to look at this game seriousley with "updates" like these

Legolas

08-12-2006, 05:38 PM

If you compare the screenies you can see that the sword change shape.
And like most of you guys/gals? say. It probably looks better in motion.

::Off topic::
I think they are giving animation, skills, mounts and crating e.t.c. much more
priority than the grafic, and that's what they should do.
I guess a minority of the crew working on gfx. and when they have the above right more ppl going for the gfx.
just my thought tho.

gold

08-12-2006, 06:05 PM

ya whatever, i just hope ot see the game actually follow through with something.

screens are decent, game looks like its more based around characters/monters. and unique look... and gameplay, i hope. and if they succeed in doing that...... the world will be updated with time. ... and once again..... the game looks much nicer in motion.

Malhavok

08-12-2006, 06:10 PM

Not the best update, but better than nothing. Atleast I know my sithra is in. It's a little long and I was expecting it to be more ethereal, especially when stationary. Maybe we could get a short vid of it to see how the animation looks? I can always hope!

Ashindir

08-12-2006, 06:12 PM

Holy! That thing rocks my socks off.

Ultimo

08-12-2006, 06:14 PM

the front of the character model actually doesnt look half bad. i like the idea of new weaponry that is unique to this game.

Effeh

08-12-2006, 06:28 PM

That's a really lame looking sword. Can't swords just look like swords?

DialM4Monkey

08-12-2006, 06:34 PM

The range on that thing looks huge. If swords have diff. ranges depending on their size, not just a static range like a lot of games, that sword will pwn.

Looks eh in stills. Prly look better in motion, as most things do.

kehmesis

08-12-2006, 06:35 PM

Naithin, or whatever his name is, speculates way too much in his weekly warcry showcase.

Sithra? Wtf?

WhatTheFawk

08-12-2006, 07:25 PM

At first I was like wtf kind of retarded sword is that, but after reading the description someone posted.

"The sithras have blades made of a substance resembling compact shadow, which is solid when the blade is held still, but twists and writhes when it is swung. In action, the black sithra resemble a cross between an ordinary sword and a whip."

Seems like they should just call it a Sithera if it is because the word "sword" implys to much. I wasn't prepared for a "lightning sword" to look like a huge Sephiroth length whip blade. It sounds like an awesome idea for a weapon after hearing how it works and they should show it in motion. I mean if screen shots don't give it justice why waste time confusing people with them, just show a short video clip.

Derosian

08-12-2006, 07:41 PM

Ooooh, could it be there is an ability to summon weapons?

Niccoli

08-12-2006, 09:20 PM

Shitty update and the sword looks ghey
Im sorry for being an ass but really are these supposed to be updates or what?

This isn't necessarily back at the person who said it, but the consensus from most seem the same.

I guess maybe it would be better if they went back to nothing for months mode??

Sure, I'd like more updates as much as the next guy, but fuck, take what you can get and move on. Blah blah owe us more, update, beta date, gimme gimme gimme. 6-9 months ago we were wishing for an update like this, 2 years ago, same thing. We've been getting 'something' every week now for what, 2 months, 3? STFU and enjoy the fact that we're getting something. It's better than 'wonder if they're still alive' mode.

On the update itself:

The armor and human look cool, this would have been better if they did a 5 second clip to truly show the weapon off (assuming it has motion).

It's just another pretty toy to take from some guys corpse.

Wisperer

08-12-2006, 09:22 PM

The weapon does not have the shadow aspect so my guess is its not a Sithras

The sithras have blades made of a substance resembling compact shadow, which is solid when the blade is held still, but twists and writhes when it is swung. In action, the black sithra resemble a cross between an ordinary sword and a whip.

The sithra sizzles with elemental energy that becomes visible in occasional sparks that shoot off or run along the blade. When a sithra hits, elemental energy shoots from the blade to the point of impact, damaging the target. The nature of the elemental energy varies, with lightning, fire and ice all being common.

']ps. i dont belive that many ppl will be around then considering the end of the world is dec. 21 2012 .

ps fear mongers are the ones predicting the end. look at Y2K. nothing happened, oh they ment 2001...again nothing bad happened.

Figrix Voidstar

08-12-2006, 09:33 PM

Screens are fine with me, at least we got something. The fact we get weekly updates now is fantastic.

If all you whiners would sum up every positive post in the thread you would find plenty of reasons why your just bitching to bitch. Like bitches.

Salazar[SG]

08-12-2006, 09:51 PM

This isn't necessarily back at the person who said it, but the consensus from most seem the same.

I guess maybe it would be better if they went back to nothing for months mode??

Sure, I'd like more updates as much as the next guy, but fuck, take what you can get and move on. Blah blah owe us more, update, beta date, gimme gimme gimme. 6-9 months ago we were wishing for an update like this, 2 years ago, same thing. We've been getting 'something' every week now for what, 2 months, 3? STFU and enjoy the fact that we're getting something. It's better than 'wonder if they're still alive' mode.

Incase you havent noticed, no-one is bitching about the quantity of updates. Infact the pace is great, but what probably everyone of us is hoping for is some quality to these updates instead of 3 screens that they slab together in 2 mins and call it an update. Currently we havent gotten any in-depth info on game mechanics, skills, sieging, crafting etc.

Eventhough I bitch do you really think that I would be here after nearly 3 years if I wasnt a fanboy?

Quality > Quantity

Stage01

08-12-2006, 09:53 PM

This isn't necessarily back at the person who said it, but the consensus from most seem the same.

I guess maybe it would be better if they went back to nothing for months mode??

Sure, I'd like more updates as much as the next guy, but fuck, take what you can get and move on. Blah blah owe us more, update, beta date, gimme gimme gimme. 6-9 months ago we were wishing for an update like this, 2 years ago, same thing. We've been getting 'something' every week now for what, 2 months, 3? STFU and enjoy the fact that we're getting something. It's better than 'wonder if they're still alive' mode.

On the update itself:

The armor and human look cool, this would have been better if they did a 5 second clip to truly show the weapon off (assuming it has motion).

It's just another pretty toy to take from some guys corpse.

this is bullshit because everyone knows that game company's do not act like this. And as CUSTOMERS we deserve far more attention. Their PR is horrible.

Secondly, I try to introduce other community's to this game and they laugh at me. Call it vaporware, say it looks ugly. Say it looks 5 years old as far as graphics go. Say "all of this is promised in every MMO" etc. And the fact that the devs are so god damn disconnected, does NOT HELP at all. Way to shoot yourselves in the foot guys. Just keep digging the hole.

Hermy

08-12-2006, 10:02 PM

Not to pretend I won't play DF when it comes out, but as we're supposedly "approaching beta", this kind of update will only push people away. The best reaction these screens will get is "that's alright"; they definately won't make someone who knows little about the game interested.

Since every update leads to argument about DF's PR strategy, I just gotta say that this approach of "letting as little info out as possible" has never seemed to work before, and if this game is somehow a smash hit, I'll be absolutely shocked. They have so much to offer, even if it's just empty promises, that they could be hooking so many people right now. Well, whatever, its not my company, and definately not how I'd do things.

Narayan

08-13-2006, 12:06 AM

YES.
I was hoping there'd be lightsabres in Darkfall.

Haro

08-13-2006, 01:54 AM

this is bullshit because everyone knows that game company's do not act like this. And as CUSTOMERS we deserve far more attention. Their PR is horrible.

Secondly, I try to introduce other community's to this game and they laugh at me. Call it vaporware, say it looks ugly. Say it looks 5 years old as far as graphics go. Say "all of this is promised in every MMO" etc. And the fact that the devs are so god damn disconnected, does NOT HELP at all. Way to shoot yourselves in the foot guys. Just keep digging the hole.

I don't think they're trying to be the next big smash hit. They know they are targetting a niche market. For that market, good gameplay and the promise of open pvp trumps all other considerations. For them, keeping graphics expectations low, promising solid gameplay, and building a strong customer base slowly perhaps makes more sense.

If they try to whip people into a frenzy, they could get tens of thousands more subs than they can handle upon release, have tech problems, and then lose many of those subs forever. Remember Shadowbane? How much of it's playerbase did it lose for good in the first six months because of tech problems and bloated expectations? What was SB's reputation in the gaming community after that?

12 months into Darkfall's life they don't want to be a laughingstock. They want to be the alternative with a good reputation, there for gamers fed up with the same EQ cloned crap they are fed over and over again. Sure those games have top-of-the-line graphics and pretty casting animations. But they are freakin boring. DF will be the antidote to boring. ;)

In my opinion, the Darkfall devs should play it lowkey. Build a strong, loyal base. Let word of mouth bring more in. Once the product is proven a winner and is functioning smoothly, maybe then a media blitz. Better they put every ounce of their energy into developing strong gameplay and technical foundation, than spend more than a couple minutes on updates trying to inflame interest in people who will prove to be fickle customers who leave for good at the drop of a hat.

kehmesis

08-13-2006, 02:33 AM

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Quality > Quantity

Ya, but think about it, Zar. Back then we were whinning and told the devs it took only a couple of minutes to put some screenshots up every now and then.

Now that they are doing it, we're asking for more. Sure, we all want it. But screenshots now and then is great and let's not lose that because we're being too greedy.

It's their game, after all. We don't run AV, nor do we have a say in what they should do and not do. Furthermore, we'll be sticking around no matter what, because this game will be the shit.

As long as we're not paying costumers, we don't have a say, unless we're trying to help. I don't see how the useless whinning is helping them right now. Nothing constructive at all in all the criticism.

I think that the simple fact that we're seeing something shows that the game's comming. For years we've have basically nothing and everyone thought the game was vapor and dying.

Dalris

08-13-2006, 04:13 AM

That be one Ugly ass sword lol, omg.. but eh i liked that chain mail he was wearing, not bad

Unknewn

08-13-2006, 04:32 AM

That's an weird looking weapon...

Satan

08-13-2006, 05:39 AM

SWORD RATING: 6/10 (have to see it in video for a higher score)

UPDATE RATING: 1.5/10

BRANNOC RATING: 0/10

Mordare

08-13-2006, 05:41 AM

You know...I really wish they would quit trying to hype things up with crazy looking models and graphics, and get the basic working systems done and ready. They can add the eye candy after release for all I care. If it was done with simple but realistic weapon/armor models, awesome gameplay, balanced skills then I would be a happy man. Leave the ridiculous looking crap for the WoW guys.

Raekwon

08-13-2006, 07:13 AM

Porthios

08-13-2006, 07:37 AM

You know, I don't really care much for weapons of this fantastic nature. So I guess I'd have to say that I'm pretty neutral on this one. Asthetically, it could be really cool, or it could be really gay, depending on how the animation works out.

However, what could really make or break swords like this their rarity. If it's really rare (1 in 500 people own one) then I'm all for it. If it's common (1 in 100 people own one) then I'm all against it.

Shadow Walker2020

08-13-2006, 08:16 AM

I have to say, that sword is very odd looking. I dont think I'll be picking one of those up in game.

The armor looks good though. I like the attention the devs paid to the chain mail. Very nice.

ChuckDeuce

08-13-2006, 08:45 AM

Looks like a beacon saying "GANK ME NOW!"

Ditto

08-13-2006, 10:20 AM

I don't think they're trying to be the next big smash hit. They know they are targetting a niche market. For that market, good gameplay and the promise of open pvp trumps all other considerations. For them, keeping graphics expectations low, promising solid gameplay, and building a strong customer base slowly perhaps makes more sense.

If they try to whip people into a frenzy, they could get tens of thousands more subs than they can handle upon release, have tech problems, and then lose many of those subs forever. Remember Shadowbane? How much of it's playerbase did it lose for good in the first six months because of tech problems and bloated expectations? What was SB's reputation in the gaming community after that?

12 months into Darkfall's life they don't want to be a laughingstock. They want to be the alternative with a good reputation, there for gamers fed up with the same EQ cloned crap they are fed over and over again. Sure those games have top-of-the-line graphics and pretty casting animations. But they are freakin boring. DF will be the antidote to boring. ;)

In my opinion, the Darkfall devs should play it lowkey. Build a strong, loyal base. Let word of mouth bring more in. Once the product is proven a winner and is functioning smoothly, maybe then a media blitz. Better they put every ounce of their energy into developing strong gameplay and technical foundation, than spend more than a couple minutes on updates trying to inflame interest in people who will prove to be fickle customers who leave for good at the drop of a hat.

^^^
What he said. DITTO.

Nehemia

08-13-2006, 10:53 AM

...That weapon is teh shit!

...But really, this makes me wonder..
Is that weapon balanced? How longer it reaches, what kind of damage it does? Does it have somekind of stunning effects? etc.

Doffeh

08-13-2006, 11:55 AM

I think it looks shit in a screen too, but I imagine it being a liittleee more fancy in a short movie =L Right now it looks like a stick of ice but, I think its more flexible when you actually see it =L
So I agree with this:
it could be really cool, or it could be really gay, depending on how the animation works out.

But I also agree with this:
Looks like a beacon saying "GANK ME NOW!"
I'd sure hit the bloke with the lightning sword before the dude with the iron sword.

Tronglonok

08-13-2006, 12:31 PM

I think it might be cool if it was a magic-user wielding it, and if it was like a .. whip thing... A sword of lightning is kinda.. I dunno, I just don't like it :|
but who knows.. maybe it is a whip :P

Malishan

08-13-2006, 01:15 PM

No more screen shots.

Only short videos. DF looks best in motion, in single pics it just loses its luster.

That's my vote, and yes I'm all for waiting three weeks between "video" updates if that what it requires.

Thats what I've been saying for a while now, I'm glad someone agrees with me :) It's just silly not to do video clips instead of screens, especially if your game doesn't have the highest polygon counts around. This ain't the dark ages anymore, we don't write on papyrus. Screenshots are not serving the purpose well, especially not with funky lightning swords.

reteep

08-13-2006, 01:45 PM

It's indeed a bit too long, but overall it looks cool, good to see that the game is open to freaky animations :)

Ftang

08-13-2006, 02:03 PM

this brings a whole new meaning to "ranged attacks", 50ft swords!

morde

08-13-2006, 05:17 PM

I'm thinking its more a of a whip.

Ivanhoe

08-13-2006, 07:13 PM

I have been waiting for darkfall beta forever just like everyone else.
And these useless boring "updates" are worse then no updates at all.

Screenshots?
are you kidding me?

Crovax

08-13-2006, 07:24 PM

It better be good if anyone can see you from a mile away.

Irodim

08-13-2006, 07:31 PM

I have been waiting for darkfall beta forever just like everyone else.
And these useless boring "updates" are worse then no updates at all.

Screenshots?
are you kidding me?
You should ask them if you can save up the updates and combine them into a super update! Kind of like saving tickets at chuckie cheeze to get a bigger prize.

-Zephyr-

08-13-2006, 08:06 PM

i usually am excited about updates, this update was just plain "bad".

Leric

08-13-2006, 09:56 PM

Im kinda dissapointed with this one. First one I could say that. First I think the weapon looks awful, and is way to fantasy and overdone.

But whatever its still an update.

exactly my thoughts

Haro

08-14-2006, 01:42 AM

If you think the weekly updates as they are are too thin, here's a solution: Only check the forums every few weeks. Then you'll get a bunch of new goodies everytime you swing by. ;)

Mhorham

08-14-2006, 02:06 AM

graphic effects on the sword aside, the character model just blows me away!

Geminireaper

08-14-2006, 02:34 AM

They said no updates just screenshot for the next three weeks...what part of that didnt you understand? God some of you people or either A.) Brain dead or B.) Cant read.

Secondly I think the lighting sword is pretty cool. Sure the screenshot looks funny but hell thats cuz the lighting will most likely be animated and will look tons better while animated. As for too much fantasy. There will be orcs,"werewolves" and fucking fireballs for Christs sake. Whats so off about a MAGICAL lighting sword. God all you biatches are whiny.

RuffAgii

08-14-2006, 02:48 AM

I think some of us really cant wait for this game to come out that every week wait for an update eagerly, but some of us just dont care about the time as long they keep the development alive, and seeing an update, no matter what kinda update, does it for them for the week. But my own thoughts are that these past 2 updates are just boring to me, makes me wanna come back after a month to check for a "good" update. But well update is an update althou these updates just tell us that beta is still a good year and half away.

Geminireaper

08-14-2006, 02:51 AM

Beleive me Im not sure anyone wants this game out more than me. Im stuck playing a game I fuckin hate just for the sake of playing a game. But cmon...people fookin whine to much like spoiled babies. When I first joined we were lucky to see an update at all let alone 2-3 per week. That means no screen shots, no info period. Ive learned since being here almost a year that people complain no matter what. Anything short of beta/release people are gonna bitch. Update or no update. Fook its sunday and I just seen this update for the first time. Guys open your windows...there is a world outside. Hell this weekend was one of the most beautiful weekends of the year for me. Up at my camp in the mountains and it was 74 and sunny all weekend with a slight breeze. Absolutely wonderful. Just stop bitching and go to the fookin park...enjoy life!!

Sarmatian

08-14-2006, 02:58 AM

I don't remember many people complaining/bitching/whining after the sensory update.

The "go outside" remark is stupid. I was at the coast fishing all weekend and I come back to a lightning bolt screenshot? lol. I think the chainmail looks good though.

TiraX

08-14-2006, 03:13 AM

As long as this isn't vapor im not concerned.

myrath

08-14-2006, 08:41 AM

oo! I like it! I'm guessing there are many effects like that..
I like it a lot!

Cybermoose

08-14-2006, 09:31 AM

Arent sithras supposed to be like shadow and some elemental energy? that just looks like pure lightning.. and its one of those neon thingies that just everyone will want to show off with... Death to the shiny neon thingies!

JimLad

08-14-2006, 10:30 AM

Lorak

08-14-2006, 11:38 AM

Like I said. I think the sword (lightning whip) just looks bad because it is a screenshot.

I assume the devs think it looks cool in game, otherwise they wouldn't have wasted taking a screenshot of it. Just with no animation it comes out looking kind of crappy.

Lots of lighting and/or spell effects in games come out looking crappy in screenshots.

For example, think of the spell in the alpha video. Where the "birds" come flying out in a swarm. Looks kind of cool in the video. But in a screenshot it would just look goofy I think.

PrideFC

08-14-2006, 01:08 PM

Nice screens, i agree on the character model, looks very nice... weapon looks kinda freaky tho. :p

elric

08-14-2006, 05:20 PM

I'm glad that this game is going to have variations on weapons like this.

Rustypipe

08-14-2006, 07:48 PM

Suitepee hit that one on the head. Also, another point of clarification, *I* said that *I* hoped to be able to bring you informational updates again at the end of the three week run of screenshots.

The devs promised nothing.

I still hope to be able to bring you informational updates in the very near future, but I don't know precisely when that will be at this time. When I know for sure, well, you'll see it in the update. ;)

Further, the update is still generally speaking aimed for the Friday. It was a little late this week is all. :)

Hope only leads to disapointment ! you either do or don't ! I think the dev's have to start putting slightly a little more effort into there marketing stragey since the game is nearing beta. By putting just a little more into screenshots, game play video's, basic information it will destory all douts of vaporware and other misconecptions about darkfall. Also if you can't garentee an informational update every week don't. You just look like an ass when you tell people patiently waiting for something that it might happen and it doesnt.