My EQ experience.. So far!

[sworde]

I don't even know where to begin, honestly. This game is just flat out genius. I love it.

I'm also extremely NEW to the EQ world so bear with me. From what I have experienced so far is just brilliant. I come from the modern day MMO playstyle ( WoW, SWTOR, ESO, etc.) and it's really cool playing this old school MMO because not everything is so flashy and all over the place, everyone is just chillin' casting spells, smacking orcs, playing songs, collecting loot and gaining wonderful amounts of XP points. EQ is so relaxing and refreshing to my mind every time I login. Logging in is probably one of the most thrilling actions you take once you and your character are in the game. From there you have this giant world to explore but not by yourself, groups are most important. Making friends in EQ is essential, everyone knows that. Groups are powerful and progressive and super beneficial when it comes to PvE. It also allows the players to connect with each other which is awesome, you don't see that in modern day mmos anymore. Everything is rushed and all about end game "content" and nobody talks in chat! That shit is wack and redundant, not to mention boring as fuck. When i play EQ there is always something new to do, always something new to see. There is always a moment where you freak out because of a Train that's approaching the group. The game is challenging and fun, it's not the same ole shit over and over again. So, Coming from WoW to EQ has been a hell of an experience, but a great one. It feels good to be a newbie again, to figure out how the game works. I'm also playing this with my friend who is a newbie too and he's loving EQ just as much as I am. Can't wait to level my toon the next time I play! My toon is in Oasis of Marr right now and the place is dangerously, nuts with the Sand Giants walking around and the orcs that have crazy, long pathing lol. Love this game. :)

I send my sincere gratitude to the GMs who keep this client alive! Thanks so much! You guys rule!

[Gondule]

I am that buddy, and concur with this post 110%!

[fan D]

let me know if you need any ports or buffs, ill always help you

pst me in game my toon is Cecily ;-)

[Jaleth]

let me know if you need any ports or buffs, ill always help you

pst me in game my toon is Cecily ;-)

I see what you did thar! :D

[Fung_Quellious]

Probably the best community in games I played are UO and EQ. Most of the modern games now are just plain easy and boring compared to the old classic games. Guess that's why we rarely see grown adults playing new games anymore. The kids right now just don' bother interacting with others even though they playing a multiplayer game. A lot of them don't even show respects to others and rage over bad players. Probably most toxic game to me is DOTA2, almost every game ends up raging and feeding and bad mouthing other players ha.

[lonmoer]

the 'no chatting' thing always baffled me in newer MMOs. Why don't people feel compelled to talk?

[RDawg816]

Yeah. This game isn't prefect, but it's still better than modern MMOs by a longshot. :)

[Swish]

Hail adventurer, summed it up quite nicely...thats what P99 is all about :)

Tell me, have you ever thought about trying red server?

[ZiggyTheMuss]

It's always nice to see someone can still enjoy this game as a new experience after trying the more modern ones. Welcome!

[myriverse]

the 'no chatting' thing always baffled me in newer MMOs. Why don't people feel compelled to talk?
Perhaps because they're using things like TeamSpeak?

Great thread, OP! Cool to see appreciation for the older MMOs. Enjoy.

[aMindAmok]

Hail adventurer, summed it up quite nicely...thats what P99 is all about :)

Tell me, have you ever thought about trying red server?

Gotta get them while they're fresh and uninitiated.

[Sillyturtle]

Hail adventurer, summed it up quite nicely...thats what P99 is all about :)

Tell me, have you ever thought about trying red server?

I love Swish, but the first thing you need to do is NEVER ROLL RED.

They'll straight up kill you, and loot your money. :(

[ZiggyTheMuss]

I love Swish, but the first thing you need to do is NEVER ROLL RED.

They'll straight up kill you, and loot your money. :(

Which would be fine if there were more than 50 people rolling around there. I tried red, back at launch and for months afterwards, when there actually was a "decent population." I got to the 50s, had fun, but all in all it can never and will never capture the feel of classic Everquest pvp like RZ and SZ. Classic EQ pvp wasnt tainted by the disturbing type of neckbeard sub species that for some reason has gravitated towards what we know as Red 99.

[Sodors Finest Poster]

Server fun hierarchy =

P99 Blue > Phinigel > EQ Live Servers > Some other Emu >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Red 99

[fadetree]

Which would be fine if there were more than 50 people rolling around there. I tried red, back at launch and for months afterwards, when there actually was a "decent population." I got to the 50s, had fun, but all in all it can never and will never capture the feel of classic Everquest pvp like RZ and SZ. Classic EQ pvp wasnt tainted by the disturbing type of neckbeard sub species that for some reason has gravitated towards what we know as Red 99.

It was, you just didn't notice because there was a large population of non-basementy people that diluted the poison.

[Bummey]

the 'no chatting' thing always baffled me in newer MMOs. Why don't people feel compelled to talk?

Maybe you just want to finish this dungeon quickly and get back to doing ___________, so you neglect socializing in order to speed up the process. Oh shit, you didn't get that drop you wanted, better do the dungeon again, but faster this time because you really have to go and do that thing sitting in the back of your mind. Whoops, no drop again, but hey you did it two minutes faster than last time. If only the tank didn't stop to talk so much between pulls. Maybe the next tank will be more focused on the task at hand. Oh yeah, five minutes faster that time, the whole group was on point.

and so on. WoW is just a series of effortless routines. There's no danger, no risk in wiping; it's easy to zone out and play the game like a zombie, and socializing gets in the way of burning through those routines. Once you build up those habits, they're hard to break, if you even want to break them in the first place, since breaking them will reduce your pixel hunting efficiency.

[maskedmelon]

Oh, red is fine if you're not overly sensitive and like to make fun! ^^ If you expect rely on others to define your experience though, then yes, you will be disappointed on red. I've encountered more unmanageable personalities on blue than red ^^ Population is low though :/

[supermonk]

welcome to the wonderful world of EQ. this game is very challenging, but also very rewarding. best of luck on your journey!

[mgellan]

Classic EQ pvp wasnt tainted by the disturbing type of neckbeard sub species that for some reason has gravitated towards what we know as Red 99.

But we're thrilled that Red99 exists so that sub-species stays the hell off Blue :)

Regards,
Mg

[derpcake]

Because blue only has intelligent and emphatic people with well-rounded lives.

[derpcake]

I love Swish, but the first thing you need to do is NEVER ROLL RED.

They'll straight up kill you, and loot your money. :(

Do you think a game where you can be killed and lose your money, but also kill others and take their money, is worse then a game where people wait at the same spot for countless hour, and repeat this week after week?

Pvp makes EQ harder, variance makes the game unhealthy.

[EQBallzz]

Good to see people without a classic MMO background able to log in and enjoy the EQ experience even in it's dated form. It gives me some hope that the classic MMO experience can survive in a world filled with instant gratification, cash shops and other modern MMO "features". It gives me a bit of hope that games like Pantheon and Saga of Lucimia might actually have a market to be successful when they launch.

If you guys are looking for a guild to join that is focused on the leveling/grouping aspect of the game feel free to look me up in game for an invite or more info. We did a guild dungeon crawl last night from Mines of Nurga through to Temple of Droga jail last night. Was fraught with danger and near death experiences. Fun stuff! ;)

[sworde]

welcome to the wonderful world of EQ. this game is very challenging, but also very rewarding. best of luck on your journey!

Thank you! It's been an awesome journey so far! The world is just so bizarre and unknown to me. It's definitely challenging every time I'm playing and it's fun as hell!

[sworde]

the 'no chatting' thing always baffled me in newer MMOs. Why don't people feel compelled to talk?

It's because groups are too rushed and worried about completing content that they have done over and over 10000000000 times. And that's what sucks about modern MMOs today, the community is shit and the content is redundant. Grouping in EQ is so much different though, Players are definitely compelled to talk to each other because coordination is key and if there is zero coordination then the group is just garbage. Nothing will get done and no one will have a good experience. It's just nice seeing people converse with each other again. Makes the game feel more alive.

[Gondule]

Good to see people without a classic MMO background able to log in and enjoy the EQ experience even in it's dated form. It gives me some hope that the classic MMO experience can survive in a world filled with instant gratification, cash shops and other modern MMO "features". It gives me a bit of hope that games like Pantheon and Saga of Lucimia might actually have a market to be successful when they launch.

If you guys are looking for a guild to join that is focused on the leveling/grouping aspect of the game feel free to look me up in game for an invite or more info. We did a guild dungeon crawl last night from Mines of Nurga through to Temple of Droga jail last night. Was fraught with danger and near death experiences. Fun stuff! ;)

Thanks for the offer man we will definitely take you up on that, that is one thing we've been aching for is a Guild. It's so cool seeing the community be so awesome for a game again. You should take a look at the WoW forums that place is a disaster. We actually tried out EQ for the sole reason to get a better understanding of Pantheon. We got hyped for Pantheon before we played EQ and then one day I was like "Hey, wanna try out EQ? I miss playing a MMORPG" before you know it me and him are level 17 and enjoying every minute.

We don't get a lot of time to play but the fact that we are only level 17 makes me happy that the leveling takes a while. Being so used to the way modern MMOs handle leveling it's nice not feeling like I'm being rushed at all for anything. It's just fun , plain and simple. Everyone here on this website and the server itself are awesome people. I hope to see some of you guys in the world of Norrath!

My character name is Ithirradwe so if you see me feel free to chat :)

[Moerne]

We did a guild dungeon crawl last night from Mines of Nurga through to Temple of Droga jail last night. Was fraught with danger and near death experiences. Fun stuff! ;)

Near death experiences? Pretty sure the cleric didn't rez me from a "near" death experience boss :p

[EQBallzz]

Near death experiences? Pretty sure the cleric didn't rez me from a "near" death experience boss :p

Haha! Ok, I guess if we are going to be accurate we did have one actual death experience..or at least you did. :p

Thanks for the offer man we will definitely take you up on that, that is one thing we've been aching for is a Guild. It's so cool seeing the community be so awesome for a game again. You should take a look at the WoW forums that place is a disaster. We actually tried out EQ for the sole reason to get a better understanding of Pantheon. We got hyped for Pantheon before we played EQ and then one day I was like "Hey, wanna try out EQ? I miss playing a MMORPG" before you know it me and him are level 17 and enjoying every minute.

We don't get a lot of time to play but the fact that we are only level 17 makes me happy that the leveling takes a while. Being so used to the way modern MMOs handle leveling it's nice not feeling like I'm being rushed at all for anything. It's just fun , plain and simple. Everyone here on this website and the server itself are awesome people. I hope to see some of you guys in the world of Norrath!

My character name is Ithirradwe so if you see me feel free to chat :)

Yeah, I have plenty of WoW experience and one of the things that finally ran me off from that game was the cross-server dungeon finder they added. Such a vile community of gaming miscreants with no filters or consequences to their anti-social behavior since they are from other servers and will likely never see you again. Just an awful experience and pretty much goes against everything I love about MMOs.

Pantheon was the main thing that brought me (and many in our guild) back to EQ. Most of us are waiting for Pantheon and will be in alpha when it's available and will be moving to Pantheon as a guild at release so we can hit the ground running with a solid group of people who like playing together and have good group chemistry. You guys sound like a perfect fit for the guild if you are interested.

[Lagaidh]

I don't even know where to begin, honestly. This game is just flat out genius. I love it.

I'm also extremely NEW to the EQ world so bear with me. From what I have experienced so far is just brilliant. I come from the modern day MMO playstyle ( WoW, SWTOR, ESO, etc.) and it's really cool playing this old school MMO because not everything is so flashy and all over the place, everyone is just chillin' casting spells, smacking orcs, playing songs, collecting loot and gaining wonderful amounts of XP points. EQ is so relaxing and refreshing to my mind every time I login. Logging in is probably one of the most thrilling actions you take once you and your character are in the game. From there you have this giant world to explore but not by yourself, groups are most important. Making friends in EQ is essential, everyone knows that. Groups are powerful and progressive and super beneficial when it comes to PvE. It also allows the players to connect with each other which is awesome, you don't see that in modern day mmos anymore. Everything is rushed and all about end game "content" and nobody talks in chat! That shit is wack and redundant, not to mention boring as fuck. When i play EQ there is always something new to do, always something new to see. There is always a moment where you freak out because of a Train that's approaching the group. The game is challenging and fun, it's not the same ole shit over and over again. So, Coming from WoW to EQ has been a hell of an experience, but a great one. It feels good to be a newbie again, to figure out how the game works. I'm also playing this with my friend who is a newbie too and he's loving EQ just as much as I am. Can't wait to level my toon the next time I play! My toon is in Oasis of Marr right now and the place is dangerously, nuts with the Sand Giants walking around and the orcs that have crazy, long pathing lol. Love this game. :)

I send my sincere gratitude to the GMs who keep this client alive! Thanks so much! You guys rule!

You just inspired me to close my internet browser and log in. Bork Foo Pah to you, suh!

[sworde]

You just inspired me to close my internet browser and log in. Bork Foo Pah to you, suh!

Right on homie!

[Lagaidh]

Right on homie!

The frost giants paid a great price.

[Jaleth]

The frost giants paid a great price.

Quite offended at the violence. I identify as a frost giant.

#stopthefrostgianthate

Did you at least say "I'm sorry" after you killed them?

[Gondule]

The frost giants paid a great price.

Ma all the gods of furious strong be with you as you crunch opposents and live like a windrammer as you fuck.

[Lagaidh]

Quite offended at the violence. I identify as a frost giant.

#stopthefrostgianthate

Did you at least say "I'm sorry" after you killed them?

No. I took their various body parts back to Thurgadin just so I could gain a little fame with my cousin dwarves, the Coldain.

We laughed until ale shot out our noses. This one "savage"... his face was in the most hilarious expression of regret and fear. Ha ha!

[Lagaidh]

Ma all the gods of furious strong be with you as you crunch opposents and live like a windrammer as you fuck.

That's the spirit!

[Jaleth]

No. I took their various body parts back to Thurgadin just so I could gain a little fame with my cousin dwarves, the Coldain.

We laughed until ale shot out our noses. This one "savage"... his face was in the most hilarious expression of regret and fear. Ha ha!

Well, I do know that frost giants partaking of ale and merriment are signs of an apologetic nature; so must be the same with the dwarves! :)

Good on ya mate! :D

[QFuzzle]

Really great to have you on board, man. The thriving EQ player base is definitely what drew me to this server and has kept me around for years (aside from my affection for EQ from a young age). Just having people around in the same virtual space feels good. And you're entirely right that people have to communicate if they want to succeed in this game. Yes, even the Necros and Shamans that can solo play their way to the top still need connections.

Also great to hear all this from people who come from the modern day MMO's. It's sad what' game companies have done with MMO's these days. I'm definitely looking forward to Pantheon.

[Lagaidh]

Well, I do know that frost giants partaking of ale and merriment are signs of an apologetic nature; so must be the same with the dwarves! :)

Good on ya mate! :D

If you'd like another swing...

[sworde]

Really great to have you on board, man. The thriving EQ player base is definitely what drew me to this server and has kept me around for years (aside from my affection for EQ from a young age). Just having people around in the same virtual space feels good. And you're entirely right that people have to communicate if they want to succeed in this game. Yes, even the Necros and Shamans that can solo play their way to the top still need connections.

Also great to hear all this from people who come from the modern day MMO's. It's sad what' game companies have done with MMO's these days. I'm definitely looking forward to Pantheon.

Thanks homie! It's an awesome feeling being able to be apart of a great gaming community. You just don't see it anymore these days. I'm definitely glad that I fell out of the modern MMO games, they're just plain shit. It's really nice to see a toxic-free MMO community where people can come together and simply enjoy the wonderful world of EQ. Makes me wish I could have played EQ when it was live.

Glad you're excited for Pantheon as well! I think it will be an awesome experience and I hope to see you in the world of Terminus!

[Evia]

Thanks homie! It's an awesome feeling being able to be apart of a great gaming community. You just don't see it anymore these days. I'm definitely glad that I fell out of the modern MMO games, they're just plain shit. It's really nice to see a toxic-free MMO community where people can come together and simply enjoy the wonderful world of EQ. Makes me wish I could have played EQ when it was live.

Glad you're excited for Pantheon as well! I think it will be an awesome experience and I hope to see you in the world of Terminus!


Uhh. We've got plenty of toxic in eq unfortunately.

[sworde]

Uhh. We've got plenty of toxic in eq unfortunately.

Well I'm sure there's toxicity in EQ but I haven't seen any for the amount of time that I've been playing. There's gonna be some type of toxic shit anywhere in a community, that's inevitable, but the community isn't as enormous as the modern day MMOs, with that being said, the toxicity will be small and tolerable. Where as in WoW, it is everywhere you go, not to mention disgusting. There are too many people that can feed off one another when the toxic shit spreads. So, IDK.

[RDawg816]

Since you come from WoW, I assume you know all the good Chuck Norris jokes? I heard one time, there was a server wide message of a shut down and he never logged out....the server is still up because of it. :p

[sworde]

Kick used to do damage until Chuck Norris started playing a Rogue. Take a guess why.

[Chaboo_Cleric]

I encountered this character and he told me I wasn't fair. I then buffed him and left shocked. This guy ruined my game