Walk the Great, Forgotten Road in <Auld Lang Syne>

[skarlorn]

http://i.imgur.com/VKOJ3Tn.jpg

In days gone by, the ways of old
The dungeon dark made blood run cold.
In days of old, where arrows fly
For gold, for glory! we all shall die.

We walk the long forgotten roads.
In cool, starlit plains a fastened cloak
A blade, a shield, strong arm to wield!
The muttered magic of a Master Seer.

http://i.imgur.com/L1dRFol.jpg

From the dust, from the bones
We Quest our weapons to best our foes,
And when the dark becomes to great
A shared song is all it takes…

In days gone by, the ways of old
The dungeon dark made blood run cold.
In days of old, our arrows fly
For gold, for glory! We all shall die!

http://i.imgur.com/Qusl8xi.jpg

Who We Are:

<Auld Lang Syne> is a hardcore levelling/progression guild seeking to recapture the experience of classic. Project1999 offers a great base for a player to experience all the content they knew from childhood, or fell in love with here. However, as the server has been up for seven years, there is a gulf between what the average p99 player expects to have for equipment and what they would have available to them at that level. Through mutual observance of a restrictive guild charter, the adventurers of <Auld Lang Syne> experience great content, quests, and gear that has long been thought to be obsolete!

What We Believe In:

We of <Auld Lang Syne> believe that the levelling experience of Everquest is one of the best parts of the game. We are interested in the journey, not the destination. As such, we allow ourselves to be challenged by working within the confines of what our characters, guild groups, and miniature raids are capable of achieving and acquiring. Some of us are veteran players and some are new, but we are all alike in our dream of enjoying the best content that Norrath has to offer. We believe in the spirit of adventure, challenge, and comradery.

What It Means:

Members of <Auld Lang Syne> do not participate in the mudflation economy of project 1999. Platinum is earned from mobs and used only within guild* and vendor trading. This restricts us from easy access to overpowered items (a Green Jade Broadsword, for instance, can be acquired after an hour or two of wisp hunting!) While there is nothing wrong with purchasing weapons and armor from higher level players, twinking, or paying for PL services (this is what Classic is all about for many), the members of <Auld Lang Syne> are not interested in the expressway to level 60.

For many Auldtimers, our first step towards glory and fortune is purchasing a Combine Weapon to kill willowisps. Our main warrior fought with Langseax, and now proudly wields Obsidian Shards.

*Some allowances for services such as teleportation are made.

Our Goals:
*Supporting our guild members (hunting together, helping with quests, emotional support when you lose a level of exp)
*Being a positive influence to p99 Community
*Gearing ourselves by completing quests, killing monsters, and advancing trade skills
*Having a good time with cool and normal friends

Join our Discord (https://discordapp.com/invite/AtT86EN)

Contact any member to get in touch with an officer!

[skarlorn]

BUMP for a great guild of amazing people. Interested? Come give it a try!

[fan D]

yea

[lowner411]

How does this guild deal with Iksars? Kunark items are more powerful than oldworld. Is the guild restricted to velious?

If I understand our guild chatter correctly, we will be opening Kunark for our guild later this month (October). No guarantees, though. :)

[Honus]

Best guild I've been in since 2001 or so.

[skarlorn]

Fun times last night in a guild Hhk group!

[Sahazar]

Loving this experience so far! 27 Erudite Paladin.

If you are thinking about it but not sure I recommend making a new character to try it out!

[gkmarino]

From the guild charter: "Crafted trade skill items are not subject to a level restriction."

Please read the Guild Charter (https://goo.gl/e0Sfh8) to see if you might be interested.

A few tips from me.

1. Accept the struggle, relish in the difficulty, JOIN! It's super fun, we need more members and it brings the challenges and accomplishments of the low level adventure. You can actually seek out low level quests that will benefit you with rewards, and guild members will be willing to help you. That EverQuest 1999 feeling is arriving at a dock near you.

2. Since crafted trade skill items are not subject to a level restriction, you can have a Tailor or Blacksmith get you suited up in some silk, cured silk, or banded armor once you have the plat to purchase or items to trade.

3. You can also purchase a Forged Weapon from a Blacksmith before you can afford a combine weapon, highly suggested! You don't want to be swinging that rusty/tarnished weapon for 15 levels do you?

Definitely farm those bone chips, spider silks, spiderling silks, and High Quality Bear Pelts! You can sell or trade those to guild members for items of like value.

[Aokarasu]

Due to my work schedule, I am typically on after work in the mornings (so, around 6:30 a.m., EST), and late at night/overnight on weekends (Friday and Saturday). What sort of numbers do you typically have on at that time?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

BUMP for an awesome guild.. great experience. (Kunark is now open btw)

-Rainik, Karanan Ranger of 30 seasons

[Nahame]

I am typically on after work in the mornings (so, around 6:30 a.m., EST), and late at night/overnight on weekends (Friday and Saturday). What sort of numbers do you typically have on at that time?

Hi Aokarasu, I can't say how many membres we have online at around 6:30 EST, but we have quite a few people online at night/overnight Friday and Satursday. No worries.

It definitively is a nice guild to be part of, one where members will applaud when you get that first magic weapon or finish an obscure quest. Everyone in the guild that I've had the pleasure to group with were fun , helpful and dedicated.

If you just joined P199, this is a great guild for you! If you are a veteran and feel like trying something new and challenging yourself, Auld Lang Syne is also the place to be.

See you around in Norrath,

[Barcelona]

Create a new character today!! Recently joined the ranks and I really am having a blast!! Its amazing once you experience EverQuest like this, as it was meant to, you really feel every how important every quest, accomplishment, and level really is. The path to progression really is there, I highly recommend this guild and this play style!

[Pokesan]

please open a chapter on TAKProject!

[Nuboda]

This really sounds up my alley. I'm new to EQ and this is the kind of experience I'm looking for.

Is there any class that would be preferred to roll? I know it's usually 'roll what you want to play', but I'm not really dead set on any class atm. Kinda torn between Cleric, Rogue, and Necro; but I could entertain something else if necessary.

[Jared_Trouble]

Im also new to EQ. This sounds like a fun way to play the game. I justed rolled a wizard and applyed on the guild website. Do I need to try to contact someone in game or ?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hi Guys - clerics and rogues are always good... we love to crawl dungeons withe guild groups, so healing and dps are helpful.

I'm sorry if an officer hasn't contacted you in-game (I'm not one), and will do what I can you get someone's attention. What are your character names?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hey p99 folks -- it's been a great 3 months since I created my first char on p99 (Rainik), and have met tons of great folks. Auld Lang Syne is still kicking, and we're looking to grow, so if anyone wants to create an ALS alt, let me know here, in game, or at our forums. Happy hunting!

-Rain

[Trollhide]

I have a cleric I'd like to put in, name is Whirligig. He is located in Steamfont currently, but I see you guys have nobody on right now.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hey Trollhide! I'll log on and send you a /t in a minute..

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Or just send me a /t when you're online next.. i'll be logging on shortly

[Trollhide]

Thanks for the invite. I gotta say, the feeling of accomplishment looting that first cracked staff easily trumps anything done by all my other spoiled alts :D

[Muggens]

What happened with this guild?

[Anowin]

Still here, a few members on extended hiatus for RL issues over the holidays. Planning to start a new recruiting phase soon. Send me a tell in-game.

Lascher, 30 Cleric
Auld Lang Syne

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Yes, still here -- had some leadership changes (RL stuff), some who fizzled out, which is to be expected, for our path is not for the faint of heart.

We've since opened Velious to help keep members competitive, while also sticking to our core tenets -- earn everything we have, no EC, no MQ's, etc.

[Trollhide]

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[Rainik Stormseeker]

Too true Trollhide/Whirligig.. good news is that we're starting to grow again, but need even more daring souls to take the plunge into this playstyle for the guild economy, grouping, and eventually raiding, to work.

[Muggens]

Cool guys - Hope you are having fun, good luck!

[gprater]

I have grouped the past 2 nights with two ALS members. Quality people. I am still looking for an officer in game to tag a new toon. All of my other 24 toons don't conform to the guild charter :)

[Anowin]

G, its Lascher. We are working on getting some new officers to invite, so keep me on the friend list. I am also on sometimes as Anodine. I've had a bunch of requests from others like you to join up. Sorry for the delay my friend, and look forward to having you!

Lascher - 31 Cleric, Auld Lang Syne

[gprater]

its all good.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

G, its Lascher. We are working on getting some new officers to invite, so keep me on the friend list. I am also on sometimes as Anodine. I've had a bunch of requests from others like you to join up. Sorry for the delay my friend, and look forward to having you!

Lascher - 31 Cleric, Auld Lang Syne

Hey Lasch! Did you check your ALS forums PM's? Should make recruiting much easier..

-Rainik

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hi folks - i've had the pleasure of grouping with some great people and awesome players... all who are daring enough are welcome to roll an alt in ALS, just let one of us know, or post here and I'll jump in to grab you. Please be sure to thoroughly read our charter*

*Velious is now open to us!

[Anowin]

Yes! We are now recruiting new members with a new officer corps. Thanks, Rain :) Please send me, Lyghtning or Nanin/Otuden/ a tell, or send one to any Syne member online. We have recruiting ability in all major starting zones. Check out our charter at auldlangsyne.gamerlaunch.com, and give it a shot! It has renewed my enjoyment of the game 100%.

Lascher 34 cleric
Anodine 22 Enchanter

[Nagoya]

hey, i was talking about your guild with my friend on skype and he asked me a good question: do you guys allow selling stuff in the tunnel? i understand the no-buy policy and the overall concept of the guild, but is selling against your charter? (the money would be used to buy merchant stuff or tradeskill goods, obviously) just out of curiosity hehe!

[Anowin]

Thanks for the inquiry! No, we do not allow any interaction with the outside economy. We believe the economy on this server (which was understandably unavoidable) is so far removed from how it was on Live during the same time frame, that we decided the simplest way to mimic the original experience was to eliminate trade with the general population entirely. We are always open to considering new suggestions to tweak the rules in the spirit of what we are trying to accomplish, but currently this is the way the charter reads.

[Nagoya]

Sounds good! So, what do you do with old equipment when you find an upgrade? What do you do with your money in general?

(PS: I'm not criticizing I like your concept :))

[Anowin]

The same thing you do-we spend it. You'd be amazed how expensive spells are, how expensive it is to tradeskill smithing and jewelcraft, how expensive it is to just survive when you aren't handed things for free, and aren't able to purchase severely underpriced items. You gotta work for that gear. I had my trepidations with regard to your question, but I can absolutely confirm that as a 34 cleric, I still only have 200 plat to my name. Also, in theory, we create our own economy in-guild, if it becomes large enough.

Thanks for the interest!

[Nagoya]

Well, as you might guess, if I'm interested in you guys' guild it is because I am interested in this kind of gameplay, so I did actually play some characters like this and I do know how expensive merchant stuff is hehe. Also, I am guessing that you don't value money camp high vs item camp and XP camp. I can understand how you wouldn't amass tons of savings playing like this. Thanks for your answers!

[Anowin]

Exactly right. For example, a fellow guildie and I (he plays a monk) recently endured the 30 hell level on up through 34 in Unrest to just get exp, knowing that we needed around level 34 to head out and adventure for our next gear upgrades. We headed over to Permafrost last night for a mammoth hide cloak and a runed circlet for my cleric, and wolf-hide slippers and piece for the purple headband for his monk. As you can imagine, these are nice upgrades for us. So, we do a balance between exp and then travelling around Norrath trying to camp items we can use and really need. Needless to say, when that cloak drops I will be far more satisfied than I would be just buying one for next to nothing.

All of you level 50+ loot farmers, please keep us in mind if we come into the zone you are farming, looking for something we need and will use from mobs appropriate to our level. Please give us a chance :)

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I've sold a number of items to lower level players in guild, so we're definitely creating our economy.

[b_rob242]

I'm interested in having my IKS MNK join your guild. I have been RP'ing him from the get. The only thing he's bought from a vendor at rhino hide boots and they seem to be only available at two Cabilis merchants. Not dropped or crafted/quested. Does something like that go against the guild charter? I spoke with Maez last night on my new HIE CLR (he's received a lot of donations - so I guess he's out). I really like the sound of this guild. I started the monk with the goal of him living his life completely on Kunark, building up trade skills to craft his own armor, weapons and complete the shackle quests.
I made a Magelo page for him to show gear progression:
http://wiki.project1999.com/Magelo_Blue:Zylys

[b_rob242]

Well, as you can see by my signature, I was picked up last night by the guild! Thanks so much. I look forward to leveling and skilling up with you guys.

[Anowin]

Good to have you, Z!

[Jotok]

Had a lot of fun in runnyeye last night! Great bunch of guys. I was never so excited to get a brick of ore.

[gkmarino]

Runnyeye 2.0 is great for this guild. The 2.0 Blackened Alloy drops are rarer but of excellent quality for the level they are attainable. Keep it up!

[gprater]

It was fun, but we dont need organized events to do this. We could go back tonight for example without high level support. We should do this. Or another zone.

[b_rob242]

Yeah. Some smaller group events aren't bad but the organized ones will help build and unify the guild. I like the idea of both. There are more and more Iksar joining, so Kunark groups could be a thing for lower level lizards!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Had a lot of fun in runnyeye last night! Great bunch of guys. I was never so excited to get a brick of ore.

That's the spirit! Definitely fun times, and the fact that the Sporali Gloves dropped from the first Moldmaster was awesome =)

[Tenet]

Yes, thank you all for the great guild event in Runnyeye, what started with us grabbing two Ogres and claiming them as our own!

[Tenet]

Bonecracker also felt the iron grip last night when Aulders bashed the door on him and his companions!

[solleks]

Nice pics Tenet!

[Tenet]

Our guild raid to The Warrens was chaotic and amazing at the same time. We picked up our lowbies and headed in to fight the wildlife. #warrensraid

We got to the kings room, a very nice place to hang out, no wonder he placed his throne there. He put up quite a fight, harm touching my pet into oblivion. Jabtik took one for the team, good for him.

On the last picture you can observe Jotokk the Emperor using his ancient shaman force lightning technique to shake all kinds of things out of the kobolds.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Great pics guys, let's keep it up!

[Cavemanrob]

Im in....I read though the charter and the positive posts here, and the great feedback from people online. Ill be on tonight trying to find Rainik or some other officer. this sounds like the EQ experience I missed.

Need an Erudite mage?

[Tenet]

But of course we do Cavemanrob! We in fact need You! Just do a /who all auld, and we will pick you up.

[Zarcath]

I grouped with Rainik last night in KC, good dude! Saw his guild tag but it didn't register with me it was the "THE" Auldtimer guild. Pretty cool to see his progress.

I might have to get an alt tagged :) How does the plat economy work if you make a druid and get a donation for a port?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Im in....I read though the charter and the positive posts here, and the great feedback from people online. Ill be on tonight trying to find Rainik or some other officer. this sounds like the EQ experience I missed.

Need an Erudite mage?

Hey Cavemanrob! I should be on in around 11pm pacific (work's been killing me) for a couple hours, and will probably sneak on tomorrow during the day.

I grouped with Rainik last night in KC, good dude! Saw his guild tag but it didn't register with me it was the "THE" Auldtimer guild. Pretty cool to see his progress.

I might have to get an alt tagged :) How does the plat economy work if you make a druid and get a donation for a port?

Hey Zarcath! last night was fun, and great to meet you. Your question is a good one.. not something we've had to look at as of yet, so I'll toss it around to the crew and see what we come up with.

When it comes to people trying to give away gear, we need to refuse. But a port is a service, so different.. the answer is: Not sure yet =)

[Denior13]

I just came back to P99 from a 3 year hiatus and I just created an enchanter yesterday. I was starting him with no twink gear to play through exactly how your guild is going about it so this is just about perfect. I will try to get in touch with an officer tomorrow. Character name is Zantix lvl 7 Enchanter

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I just came back to P99 from a 3 year hiatus and I just created an enchanter yesterday. I was starting him with no twink gear to play through exactly how your guild is going about it so this is just about perfect. I will try to get in touch with an officer tomorrow. Character name is Zantix lvl 7 Enchanter

Sounds good Zantix - would love to have you. Many will be in the Halas/Qeynos are for our Perma event tomorrow from 5-9pm pacific, if you're anywhere near there =)

[Denior13]

lol char name is Zandix guess it was a little later then I thought last night.

[b_rob242]

lol char name is Zandix guess it was a little later then I thought last night.


Hey man! Sorry! I looked for Zantix. LOL. If you haven't gotten an invite yet, we can grab you tonight. I will be on around 7:30PST tonight. Shaadoe in-game

[Zarcath]

me playing my ALS character

[Rainik Stormseeker]

LOL Zarcath, that's awesome

[Rainik Stormseeker]

BUMP! Here's a shot from our Sunday 3/27/17 Farmer's Market:

http://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281103030751985664/295685287365967883/farmersmarket3.jpg

Held every Sunday in Nektulos Forest, this past gathering also featured a couple language learning groups.

EDIT: Bah, can't seem to get the image to show..

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Sneaking past the "huge" water elemental in Lguk to get to the hand room .. thanks Valeris and Aintnothang for helping me snag an Adamantite Band as the last item needed for my Call of Flame quest!

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281468302071431168/295486231700307968/EQ000062.jpg

[Knowmercy]

brilliant idea, /sal for making this happen. im interested, but I cant find/open the charter atm

[RedSlave]

I've been thinking of rolling a new mage, I'd love to join up with you guys.

[Vonblund]

Great concept!
Would love to join

Daedyn level 5 monk is my current main.

I believe I applied on your site earlier but as I had a crash I am not sure if it went through...

[Rainik Stormseeker]

brilliant idea, /sal for making this happen. im interested, but I cant find/open the charter atm

Hail, Knowmercy! You can read the Charter here:

http://auldlangsyne.gamerlaunch.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=11342575&gid=529720

Just be sure to have read through it with a fine-toothed comb, and be ready to commit to its tenets :).

The guild is doing another practice run in Kedge tonight, starting at 7pm pdt/ 10pm est, so we'll have plenty of Officer coverage on (usually have one or two on at all times), i'd check anytime in game, or pop into our discord, guildhall channel: https://discordapp.com/invite/RgJqKTt

[Gustoo]

This looks awesome

my style play for item loot red 99

[Ketu Garyx]

Since returning to P99 after several years gone, I put up my plat loaded and twinked out characters to join Auld Lang Syne - it has been incredibly rewarding so far and I have loved every second of it!

Getting ready to trek to Kunark to camp the Iksar Berserker Club, working my ass of on my fletching for my Trueshot Longbow, and excited to keep it up.

Auld Lang Syne are a great bunch of people and I am happy to be a part of this guild.

[Eldon]

awesome guild

[b_rob242]

It is great to have you, Tywyll! Thank you for posting here and sharing in our adventures!

[Vonblund]

Hi,

Daedyn here, joined on the week end and found exactly what I was looking for: a good approach to the spirit of EQ, friendship and trains to zone!

[Tenet]

Some of us joined the open raid on the Plane of Hate organized by Azure Guard and had a lot of fun!

Scaleway - Auld Lang Syne
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[Rainik Stormseeker]

Aulders camping Frenzied and Sentinel in lguk paid a visit by GM Ellyss...

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281103030751985664/309264197995200512/EQ000104.jpg

I was promptly insta-killed shortly after this shot..

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281103030751985664/309264340593147915/EQ000105.jpg

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Not sure what im doing wrong with the pics... ?

[Torin_Stormchaser]

I just want to say I've had an awesome experience just chatting with several of the <Auld Lang Syne> members on varying boat rides and runs across the world. You guys are pretty awesome and I love the sentiment of your guild!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Thanks Torin!

[BogusMeatFactory]

Came across a couple of your members today out in the Qeynos area and they were very cordial! Left a lasting impact and am interested in joining!

[Battik]

Hi Guys,

I am very interested in joining but how is the EU population as I am from the UK? thanks

[originalman]

are there any pop measurements available for the guild? How many on a typical weekday? it not seem like many logged in when I looked, but I am super interested.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hi Guys,

I am very interested in joining but how is the EU population as I am from the UK? thanks

Hail, Battik - it's fair to say that most members reside in the EST/CST/PST timezones, with a handful of PST'er playing late (10p-2am PST) like I do. I can't say we have too many EU'ers, but we would welcome you all!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Came across a couple of your members today out in the Qeynos area and they were very cordial! Left a lasting impact and am interested in joining!

Hail, BMF! Flag down one of our officers in-game or jump into our discord channel once you've completed an app on our gamerlaunch site (be sure to tell us about yourself and why you want to join ALS)

[gnaryl99]

Been havin' a blast with this guild!

Some snippets of what we've been up to lately: Gearin' up and exploring the far out dungeons and icy wastelands of Norrath.

http://imgur.com/oJ1MJV0

http://imgur.com/JPbGrsi

http://imgur.com/RtjAplB

http://imgur.com/Xg4EDoG

[BogusMeatFactory]

Yep! Submitted my application and was talking to some members the other day. Will track down an officer when I log on next!

[Cruger]

Hey! Thinking about getting back into P99, I assume you need to reroll a new character to join rather than a mid-level toon? I'm also a euro player, it would be cool to see a few more join the ranks of a cool idea such as this.

[skarlorn]

Welcome Cruger! I believe there is the possibility of joining with toons of a certain level, as long as you strip the toon bare upon joining... check the charter for more detailed info :)

[Ketu Garyx]

It was a rainy couple of days in South Karana, but the comrades in arms of <Auld Lang Syne> broke forth onto the plains to tackle Quillmane with abandon. Dealing with the deluge didn't stop us from completing our mission, we slogged on through the mud and the downpour for five days (in game, of course) and slew Quillmane eighteen times. Though we walked away with many pairs of new and fancy pants, we also carted away four of the beast's cloaks.

It was a lucky day for Koet - Cleric, Gnaryl - Rogue, Yours Truly - Ranger, and Momasu - Bard. The four of us now float like a... horse, but we still sting like bees (especially Gnaryl).

Hundreds of lions were slain and many elephants were taken down for these cloaks, and we will do it again. Come out and say hi next time you see us massing in a zone, you know we will be after something good!

Walk the Great and oft forgotten road in <Auld Lang Syne> and return to everquest in style, sweat, and a sense of accomplishment. Contact me, Tywyll, or any of our members for an interview!

http://i.imgur.com/FoWfj1g.png
Before we have slain the 18th beast.

http://i.imgur.com/aQdc975.png
Valeris got tired of Quillmane being alive, apparently I was too long in snapping the shot.

http://i.imgur.com/RXkXt9I.png
Momasu got the last one, but my ass was in the way of the picture!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Great pics Tywyll, and awesome job Auldtimers - esp you for all the ph tracking/killing!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

ALS taking down Sir Lucan D`Lere -- grats Artelius, great job responding everyone!

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281103030751985664/314666802430869504/sirlucan.png

EDIT: bah, did i miss something about linking images? Apologies if so.

[b_rob242]

It's never too late to join <Auld Lang Syne>! While several of our seasoned members have reached late-40s/early-50s levels, there are still many in the other level ranges, including alts of the longest standing members. Now is a great time to join up! We love all styles of game-play, including (but not exclusively) roleplaying as well as seeking out the oft forgotten quests for gear and storylines.
We have artisans covering most tradeskills and a fair amount of multilingual characters who speak very uncommon tongues.
If you've never (or it has been a good while since) played for gear as opposed to buying it, there is nothing quite like camping a mob, seeing the drop and winning the roll for it. Rest assured more than just the item will bring joy, but also great praise and support from the whole guild for the achievement. As Rainik posted above, our members come together to help each other accomplish quest piece goals and specific kills for class-specific gear.

There is no "needed" class or artisan in <ALS>. Come as you are (or want to be). If you are a necro (or which ever class you love) outside ALS and want to test your merit with no twink gear (Melech raises his hand), then submit an app on our site and hail a member in-game to speak with an officer.
To play this style is to love it. I assure you, you will not regret joining. Read through our charter at auldlangsyne.gamerlaunch.com and see if ALS is a fit for you.

[skarlorn]

Wow - great job with Quillmane and Lucan :)

Tired of pugging KC and waiting for raid mobs to pop?

Give ALS a try - we are all decent players because we have to be! I am often surprised at how bad the fungi twink is compared to another group member who is in <ALS>!

[b_rob242]

8583
An amazing achievement for one of our Paladins, Artelius Lightweaver! <ALS> came together to assist with the assassination of Sir Lucan D'Lere. A proud moment for the members of Auld Lang Syne!

[ziffiz]

Hi All,

New to P1999. It sounds like the group has alot of fun and I appreciate the efforts to play a certain style. I read the charter and submitted an application yesterday. Look forward to hearing from you.

Ziffiz

[b_rob242]

Hail Ziffiz!
I look forward to chatting with you in-game! I'll be on this evening after 10:30pm EST! Send me a tell in-game or /who all Auld and ask for an officer!

[Seeatee]

I have a fresh, level 1 ogre SK i plan to start leveling actively very soon, I have grouped with several Auld members and they have all been top notch and this sounds like it would be a fun little challenge to undertake. I would absolutely be interested in joining, I will work on getting the big oaf to the EC tunnel so i can procure him an invite if you guys would have me

[b_rob242]

Seeatee, we look forward to seeing you in-game. We have officer characters in all noob zones. Just /who all Auld and ask for an officer. I plan to be on tonight around 10:30 pm.
Thanks, Melech R'Vir

[b_rob242]

Some of our higher level guildmates spent the evening shattering crystalline watchers and the frenzied velium broodlings. Our intrepid leader, Rainik Stormseeker made a surprise visit to adventure alongside his faithful guildmates!

More excitement happened simultaneously in Lower Guk, and there is more adventure in store for our teens/20s members tonight in Najena!

Pushing back against the fell beasts of Norrath!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Haha, yeah, that was me doing the cleric CoTH to join the group..

[b_rob242]

Durloc, the Gnome Magician, and I, Melech of the 3rd Gate of Neriak, began our journey through the first level of Najena. We happened across a fellow student of the arcane, the Magician Faruqq of <The Second Sons>! He acted as guide for us through the dungeon, as we were unfamiliar with its layout. Faruqq successfully navigated us away from pitfalls! We were thankful for him and his pet when we walked into a Deadman's party consisting of six Greater Skeletons who, after the needle skipped across the record, all began to pummel us. Two mages, a Necromancer and their respective pets against six skellies quickly made for a ballroom blitz.
The living routed the dead and glory rained down on us as we finished our evening destroying tentacle terrors and random elementals. Though this was mostly content for the young adventurers, ALS was represented well. More adventures await!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

At long last!

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/281468302071431168/319182581432057857/Swarmcaller.jpg

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Ok, since i am unable to figure out the [IMG] wrapping, i'll upload..

i know these go for 100p in EC, which is entirely why ALS was created.. this took quite a bit of patience, taking literally months of haunting KC during my night sessions to get, and roughly 150 sentries of Sathir (in groups and solo)... but it was all worth it, esp since the xp was flowing all along the way.

This one I pulled all the way from lcy/zerker area with a liberal application of harmony to a few mobs along and in the way..

[Menaelin]

A few pics from tonight's successful ALS Phinny raid:

http://i.imgur.com/vaWHWdL.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/C4NdTB9.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/uWFE1Vp.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/TVVJEBW.jpg

[beel]

Hey guys, great thing you got going!

Wanted to ask, what classes are you in particular need of? And what classes do you really not need more of? Considering starting a char for ALS!

Also, I play on euro time zone mostly, evenings. Anyone else do that in ALS?

Cheers

[beel]

I realize I just bumped this old post instead of the more recent (main?) ALS guild discussion post. Forgive me for being bad at foruming like it is 1999.

[b_rob242]

Hey Beel! No need to apologize. This post is still monitored! LOL. We need all classes. Play what you like. As far as quantity we don't have a lot of pure warriors, Shaman (at least not as main characters) or wizards.

As far as euro time, I'm not sure but we do have folks online most hours of the day.
Stop by our Discord channel ( https://discord.gg/unUbM2p ) and say hello!

Regards,
Melech R'Vir (aka Shaadoe)
Officer, <Auld Lang Syne>

[xtraball]

Hi all,

I like your style of playing and consider sending an application.
I have a lv 8 Half-Elf warrior with patchwork armor tailored by my main. The rest of the gear has been looted or bought with my own plats. What's been given to me (not much) by high lv players will be given to an alt.
My question is : is having an armor tailored by an alt authorized ?

[b_rob242]

Hey xtraball, we would love to have you, however cannot gift anything from outside The guild.

[xtraball]

OK. So I have started a new half-elf warrior in Freeport (Sabany) from scratch and I hope to get to max my tailoring skills ASAP.

[b_rob242]

Awesome! Just /who all auld and ask for an officer. If you've not had a chance to read over our charter, visit us on Discord app: https://Discord.gg/unUbM2p and say hello! :-)

[xtraball]

Can't access Discord from work but I will !

[b_rob242]

Sounds good! Look forward to seeing you drop by!

[rltcmatt]

Hello,

I have been reading up on your guild. I am very interested in your philosophy. I believe it will lead to a much deeper and fulfilling experience. I have not even installed the game yet, my copy of Everquest Titanium should be in tomorrow. This will be my first experience with Project 1999. I played EQ since it came out and for the next 4-5 years. I played a druid and cleric but I would like to play something different this go around. I was thinking Magician or Necromancer. I want to experience the different zones/dungeons of Norrath and see all the world has to offer. I have no desire to blow through to the end game but would like to find a guild of friendly people I enjoy grouping and socializing with that I can experience the game alongside. I also feel the artificial environment of scarcity will keep the challenge and the enjoyment in the game until the end. If you are interested in having me I would like to join. I have a lot of free time on my hands so will probably be playing quite a bit.

My apologies for such a long post.

[Canelek]

I like your style, folks! Going to read your charter and perhaps create a character for the exciting road of DIY character building. I'll contact an officer in game.

Cheers!

[b_rob242]

Canelek and rltcmatt, I look forward to seeing you two in-game. /who all auld and ask for an officer. Visit us on Discord app https://discord.gg/unUbM2p!

[port9001]

Make sure you join up by level 10. I've usually joined guilds by looking for officers in the zones I am traveling through and wasn't able to locate one who wasn't busy til level 17. Apparently there's a rule about joining post level 10. Both myself and the officer were not aware so of this so I was in the guild for about 12 hours before being asked to leave :(

It's all good, just informing others to be more aggressive about getting an invite before leveling too far.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Aye, i'm sorry for the miscommunication. Standard protocol is to direct anyone interested to our discord where we have our charter pinned. Once they've reviewed and acknowledged they understand its tenets, provide ample Q&A time with reminders about the level cap, only then do we invite.

Clearly this wasn't followed for you, and i apologize for that... please do roll an alt if you're still interested. We have a great group of people at all levels.

-Rainik

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Just added it to my sig, and hope to avoid this situation in the future. Thanks for the heads-up!

[Hiragawa]

Make sure you join up by level 10. I've usually joined guilds by looking for officers in the zones I am traveling through and wasn't able to locate one who wasn't busy til level 17. Apparently there's a rule about joining post level 10. Both myself and the officer were not aware so of this so I was in the guild for about 12 hours before being asked to leave :(

It's all good, just informing others to be more aggressive about getting an invite before leveling too far.

This one was my fault, and I do apologize for it. I hesitated to even respond to you when you messaged me because I do so rarely get to play, but I didn't see the harm as you were under 20, which USED to be the appropriate level, and agreed to the core concepts of the charter when asked.

A fellow officer informed me shortly after inviting you that they had to change the level requirement for some very logical reasons. Either way, I feel terrible that you wound up getting the brunt of it for my mistake. I do agree with Rainik though, do consider rolling up an alt/rerolling to join up. The folks that do get the ability to play far more than I do are a wonderful bunch of folks.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

No worries Hiragawa! It's good to see you back in guild.

[port9001]

A fellow officer informed me shortly after inviting you that they had to change the level requirement for some very logical reasons.

Out of curiosity, what are the reasons for a level cap?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Out of curiosity, what are the reasons for a level cap?

On more than one occasion, applicants were PL'ing themselves to 20, then wanting to join. Some were buying bags of CB belts to get to 20, etc. Basically, everything that goes against our charter.

So, we figured dropping the invite max to 10 would prevent at least some of this.

[Base]

I have never played Everquest before, I want to explore the world of Norrath with a Male Dwarf Rogue.

My goal is to explore every area in the game.

Can I join ALS?

[xtraball]

Well, you certainly can if you follow the Guild rules.
Send a /who all auld in game and ask for an officier to invite you to join.

[b_rob242]

A dwarf rogue will allow you to access many places in Norrath except possibly some of the darker parts of Norrath. There is Faction work to be done in order to gain acceptance (not being Kill insight) in neriak (Dark Elf city) or Cabilis (Iksar Citadel). But that’s a start. Like xtraball said, /who all Auld. See you in-game!

[Waylay_The_Wanderer]

Hey,

I just joined p99 a few days ago. I have an assortment of characters, 8 in all - chosen mainly for their newbie geographical position (for experiencing questing) - and secondly for their race/class efficiency.

My main reason for playing is to play the game, as I had always felt before powerlevels and twinking basically ruined the fun of -gaming for gaming's sake- so I am very interested in your guild.

The low population, for me - is mostly a plus though it means classes like Wizard are going to have issues past level three.

I currently have a 5th level necro, a 5th level monk, a 3rd level shaman, a 3rd level magician, a 3rd level wizard, a 2nd level enchanter, and a 1st level rogue and 1st level warrior.

I understand you have 10th level as a requirement for joining. But this is a heads up to you that Im interested in joining your guild. I originally played EQ from the Kunark ex pac til PoP.

I'm not sure which character will make it to 10th first, Im playing them by whim of desire as this way I will get a feel of which class I will want to make my main the most.

I'm also a person who likes developing craftskills, and right now my necro has some tailoring skills but on the other hand, other characters find it easier to access the kiola nut vendor in OOT.

If you want to find me in game, do a who for low level characters who have a name beginning with W - all my character's names sound like Waylay or Waylaid.

[DayForz]

I think they mean you need to join *before* you reach level 10, so you should be in the clear.

[b_rob242]

Day is correct! The MAX level to join was 10. Just today our Guild Leader, Rainik updates it to a MAX level of 15. So, in-game /who all Auld and ask for an officer. Hope to see you on soon.

[GSZ]

I'm very interested in starting a new char for this. Is there still active leveling occurring regularly for brand new chars (lvl 1+)?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I'm very interested in starting a new char for this. Is there still active leveling occurring regularly for brand new chars (lvl 1+)?

Yessir! We have new and old (on new alts) members joining daily!

[Chubba]

There are quite a few of us down at the lower end, particularly lower to mid teens :) Always looking for more to group with!

Godverd - 16 Shaman

[Waylay_The_Wanderer]

Day is correct! The MAX level to join was 10. Just today our Guild Leader, Rainik updates it to a MAX level of 15. So, in-game /who all Auld and ask for an officer. Hope to see you on soon.

Ohhh, okay. Heh.

[Knowmercy]

saw these guys crawling lower dogs in velks, and get khelkar on the secound attempt! was epic, grat Nonon on Lute of the Howler (https://wiki.project1999.com/Lute_of_the_Howler)

i was worried this great idea would fizzle out but always a bunch of people online having fun and holding true to the guild charter. a really interesting and smart way to enjoy time lock /sal!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

/bow Thank you Knowmercy!

Yes, I wish I had been there for the khelkar kill, super proud of our group of guys/gals!

[Byel]

I love this idea so much. I'm considering returning after 2 year hiatus and am not sure I want to return to the end game raiding scene which is awful, any low level groups still grinding together in need of a specific class?

[Grizzler]

Do you guys do planar stuff as well?

Have 2 mid 30s and a lvl 54 that I am interested in leveling/some raiding as well as an assorted amount of alts that I would like to lvl at some point. Looking for a place to do this since my current guild is deserted since the last time I was playing often.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Yessir -- we currently hold the Saturday night Sky slot and broken into Hate with our Hydra Alliance allies, managing some 2nd floor mobs.. no minis were up at the time.

If any of those alts are 15 or under and have not been PL'd (experience or tradeskills), and come untwinked/naked, they'd be welcome!

[Endymion]

Keep up the good fight brothers and sisters!

[stormlord]

So how do you know if an item is sold by default on a merchant? I noticed some items on the wiki shown for a merchant, are seen as having a quantity in-game. It seems most default items in-game have the infinite symbol, but can this sometimes not be the case?

What I ask is related to this other thread:
https://www.project1999.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189927&highlight=default+quantity+merchant

[port9001]

I don't think it's that hard to tell. Items of significant player value are rarely stocked by merchants.

Did you have a specific example?

[Sonderbeast]

I have wanted to do this, and like the idea. I have an idea to do something similar along the lines of a themed Iksar/Cazic only guild with gear restrictions etc. tell me more!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Well Sonderbeast, you're welcome to check out ALS =)

[b_rob242]

Sonderbeast,
I tried a Iiksar-only guild long ago on my Iksar before ALS was around. It was called Zeal for Cabilis. All-Iksar, Kunark only content. Most only spoke Lizardman. LOL. If you enjoy RP, there are some of us that are nutty like that. *Melech stares in the mirror*

Either way, best of luck!

[Sonderbeast]

Well Sonderbeast, you're welcome to check out ALS =)

Hey, maybe I will so I can learn about your system of things and adapt it later on. How about my baby mage? Who do I contact to join?

[Sonderbeast]

Sonderbeast,
I tried a Iiksar-only guild long ago on my Iksar before ALS was around. It was called Zeal for Cabilis. All-Iksar, Kunark only content. Most only spoke Lizardman. LOL. If you enjoy RP, there are some of us that are nutty like that. *Melech stares in the mirror*

Either way, best of luck!

This is what I was thinking, very thematic, but with gear restrictions and rankings based on achievements. For example, you have a title based on your progress of your class specific quest i.e. crusader quests knave, squire, knight, hero, and until 30 you are given a set of banded, once you attain 30 you can begin questing for Trooper armor or Dreadscale armor.

[b_rob242]

That’s a cool idea! To reach an officer in-game /who all Auld and ask to speak with an officer. Look at our Discord as well (linked in my signature)

[Ketu Garyx]

<Auld Lang Syne> is now rocking 4-5 level 60's leveled in the ALS way, along with, at my last count, 7 epic weapons garnered in the same fashion! As part of Hydra alliance and on our own we hit the Plane of Sky and other Velious and Kunark content! Look for us in Hate and Fear soon!

This isn't to say ALS is only interested in higher end content! Each week there are lowbie raids - so watch your alts, ALS may storm unrest, runnyeye, or some other dungeon! We have a large playerbase and an active and friendly membership. There are always enough officers on to help guide those new to the guild through our semi-complicated ruleset, and always more than enough people online to form guild groups!

Congratulations to our newest level 60, guild leader Rainik! Also congratulations to Winnifrid on completing his druid epic and to Hatefull for completing his cleric epic! And to Aintnothang Bruthamang, one of our warriors on achieving his dream of getting the Infestation!

ALS is recruiting, reach out to us in discord (you'll find it above in b_rob242 (aka Melech)'s signature, or reach out to me or any other officer in game. Remember, the max level to join now is 15!

[Avatar411]

Make sure to join this guild before 15, I applied and was denied because I was already 19.

[wvredskinsfan]

I've always enjoyed the grind in EQ when I played from 1999-2002. I wasn't a consistent player with my characters, as I must've created dozens over that period of time and never took one past level 47. Raiding and visiting the high-end zones was also something that I never took part of.

When I came back to EQ, I rolled a Halfling Cleric. I figured that Cleric's are always sought after and the class would ease me back into the game without an incredible amount of difficulty. After leveling my Cleric to 35, I needed a change. I fired up an Ogre Warrior, which I leveled to 13. Again, I wanted to try something else, so a Troll Shaman it was. With two months of playing time under my belt, I still hadn't visited Kunark, so I hopped onto the boat and enjoyed the experience (and a death), traversing to the Field of Bone and to Kurn's Tower.

It was there that I grouped with a similarly leveled Monk from ALS. We were a supreme duo and I was having a blast with just the two of us. As the evening went on, we talked about the game, our history with it, and I got a lot of tips on being a better player. He then began telling me about his guild and I immediately wanted to be a part of it. I wanted that classic, grinding experience, with a tight group of people. Unfortunately, my Shaman was a bit twinked with purchases from EC, and I would've had to suicide back to level 15 and start naked. I could've done this, but again, I love the grind, so I started a new Troll Shaman and joined ALS. Best. Decision. Ever.

I don't have any desire to play any of my non-ALS characters again. The inclusive economy, having to quest/grind for your own items, and keeping equipment in the guild is great. I was excited to play EQ again a couple of months ago, but am twice so now.

One of the little things that made me appreciate the experience was when a mummy thumped me into the ground. I couldn't hit him! I then remembered that there are mobs that only magic weapons can inflict physical damage. Being able to get a magic weapon in the tunnel so early made me completely forget about this game mechanic. I may not find myself a magic weapon until the 20's, either by drop, quest, or dropping the 50+p on a Combine, but that's fine!

Anyway, if this playing style appeals to you, check us out. I'm having the best time with the game since its release. And to quote the great Neil Peart, "The point of a journey is not to arrive."

[b_rob242]

Wow! Awesome write-up, Kryndok! Thanks! Things have been churning up lately. The vets are getting Epics and more closing in on 60! We have had a lot of new recruits of late, so now’s the time to join! “/who all auld” in-game and ask for an officer! There are also groups in the 10s, 20-30 range and some in the 35-45+ ranges as well.
See you in-game!

[destrozi]

Just wanted to give a healthy bump to an awesome guild! I joined about a month ago with a Cleric, then rerolled a Monk for easier solo time, and the experience has been awesome! This is the only guild I've been in where they promote a sense of adventure and personal achievement.

It's not about the pixels, but about the experiences you share with the guild. I look forward to the journey :)

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Great to have you in the guild, Shaoshao, and thank you for the kind words!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Alann mushing the Hydra ranger TS line, about to exterminate ;) Bazzt Zzzt on island 5 ... Minnimee living up to his name

[skarlorn]

So proud of ALS and how you guys have grown. Great job rainik, Val, and all those people who started off the together as little noobs with no gear <3

[Shocore]

Hi there guys, your guild philosophy intrigues me. It's how I've always wanted to experience EQ, as a steady progression from humble beginnings, to high levels of power, rather than just twinking up and getting PL'd to 60. It's also so much more fun and exciting when every drop is a potential upgrade.

I should mention that before I learned about your guild and its charter, I earned probably about a level's worth of XP from buying snake fangs and skins for the quest in Neriak. Does that disqualify my character (now level 8) from joining?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Hi there guys, your guild philosophy intrigues me. It's how I've always wanted to experience EQ, as a steady progression from humble beginnings, to high levels of power, rather than just twinking up and getting PL'd to 60. It's also so much more fun and exciting when every drop is a potential upgrade.

I should mention that before I learned about your guild and its charter, I earned probably about a level's worth of XP from buying snake fangs and skins for the quest in Neriak. Does that disqualify my character (now level 8) from joining?

Greetings Shocore! Our charter is silent on that stuff pre-15, so you'll be fine. That you're confessing it is even better

[Rainik Stormseeker]

So proud of ALS and how you guys have grown. Great job rainik, Val, and all those people who started off the together as little noobs with no gear <3

Thanks Skar -- appreciate the encouragement! Aye, it's been a fun ride with a bunch of good people.

Jayya ran his roster program tonight, and turns out we have close to 60 46+ toons (some are alts of course).

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I see Auld-timers all over the place these days. Seen several high end groups in such places as Howling Stones, Old Sebelis, and even The Hole (get that loam/withered)!!!

I have been contemplating making an Enchanter for awhile and I think doing it the Auld Lang Syne way would be pretty fun.

Look forward to joining you boys in the coming months!

Looking forward to it Necro! When the time comes, be sure to thoroughly read the charter and then post your intent here https://discord.gg/9u8Pwx

[Hyperbole]

Rainik is a top-notch guy. I've always wanted to make an Auld toon but never have. Eventually.

[gprater]

Its the most fun I've had in any guild on p99 since Jan 2010, and I Havent even played with half the membership. The 50+ group is constantly busy with many of the high end targets and camps. At the same time lower tiers group whenever possible. If you have "done it all" and are getting bored come and try it.

[wvredskinsfan]

Its the most fun I've had in any guild on p99 since Jan 2010, and I Havent even played with half the membership. The 50+ group is constantly busy with many of the high end targets and camps. At the same time lower tiers group whenever possible. If you have "done it all" and are getting bored come and try it.

^^^ This. I was having so much fun with the game when I came back in October, but it wasn't long before I enveloped myself into the rush to get gear and advance as quickly as possible. ALS is a breath of fresh air and takes me back to when I started playing the game 19 years ago, eyes wide open, while taking in all of the sights and sounds. I'm so glad that a guild like this exists in EQ.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

/bow thank you all for your kind words; means a lot!

[CoBull]

Who would be a good contact to reach out to in game to see about joining?

[gprater]

enter the game with a 15th or lower level toon and /who all auld. ask anyone to speak with an officer and we go from there.

[wvredskinsfan]

Also, join the Discord and read the charter prior to speaking to an officer.

https://discordapp.com/invite/unUbM2p

[gnaryl99]

ALS still doing lowbie raids once a week - the current crew of mid 20s - 30s visited the Mines of Nurga this week, slaying goblins and feasting on giant legs of mystery meat.

The higher ups took down Vilefang, and had a super fun Plane of Hate run, among many other things.

ALS does a lowbie raid every week, a 46+ raid at least once a week, and bi-weekly raids with the Hydra Alliance. You'll often find our members XPing in some of the weirder places of Norrath and chasing down quests that have long been forgotten by most, so if you have a full mug of ale and a desire for adventure drop us a line!


-Gnaryl, Auld Lang Syne

[ScruffMacBuff]

In a guild first we managed to slay one of the three golems in the Plane of Fear this morning! With a ragtag group of just twelve Auld Lang Syne members we managed to tackle Dread in what ended up being a chaotic mess of a fight.

Tywyll the Ranger managed to win the Amulet of Necropotence he dropped, and we picked up the Slime Blood of Cazic Thule as part of Kaikuxai's Necromancer epic quest!

[gnaryl99]

Grats to Alann, our newest ALS epic Cleric! Cheers to many more late night (early morning...) dragon kills!


-Gnaryl, Auld Lang Syne

[Pope Hat]

This looks pretty cool. I've never cared for level super quick and get uber gear as fast as possible madness that many people seem to be obsessed with here. I haven't played on P99 since about 3 months before Velious was released but I've been on a few other EQEmu servers since then. I was kicking around the idea or starting an SK tonight and this sounds like a really fun way to start. I was apprehensive about starting a tank because of the expectations of tank gear that some can have; sounds like in this guild if I'm half naked then I'll fit right in!

I can't seem to access your guild charter, however. It just gives a message "Lockbox recovery is available to subscription sites. More information is available in the FAQ for this feature." I suppose I'll just hit you up in game!

[b_rob242]

Pope hat! Bring the SK! We have a couple in their 50s. I have a 36 IKS SHD! Try the link in my signature. Hail someone in-game and ask for an officer. The old website is no longer used.
See you areound Norrath.

Regards,
Melech

[wvredskinsfan]

ALS is top notch. Hope to see you in game, Pope Hat!

[Ketu Garyx]

Oh man I just saw the Dread pictures, corpses piled around everywhere! Haha!

<Auld Lang Syne> is definitely on the move, and if you are interested in a cool leveling and gearing experience unlike the rest of the p99 slog fest (that many of us have done) join ALS, fun group, good times, and always something interesting!

[Pope Hat]

I joined on my new Ogre SK and it's been really fun so far (only lvl 4). I've been doing some quests that I never knew existed like lizard meat and lizard tails for the uber raw-hide, or w/e it is. I've got like 9 plat now and can buy a vendor shield lol.

It's cool that playing with these rules in mind changes how I think about classes; this type of play definitely isn't for me for every class, but for some classes is appeals to me. For instance it makes me kind of sad that a pre-nerf cos isn't possible in this guild so maybe I will do a paladin instead of SK. I know a regular cos is still really good..but I have a pre-nerf from years back and I want to use it lol. Or maybe I will stick with the SK idk! The point is thinking about the game with these rules in mind changes a lot and that's a good thing.

[7thGate]

I love that lizard tail quest, and the lizard meat one. My baby ogre warrior alt had leveled up to around level 9 mostly on lizards, and has gotten enough money from the rawhide and rusty weapons to get his blacksmithing high enough he is starting to make his own banded.

My goal on him is to try and make himself a full set of ogre cultural plate before he gets to 20 without trading with anyone.

[Rapunzara]

This group sounds like a nice fit for my casual self! I joined in on the 1999 fun with the intention of starting off just like the old days. While I have been gifted a couple of items from strangers, I am for the most part not interested in the twinking, etc. Hope to run across someone in game soon. :) (currently level 8 warrioress- Rapunzara)

[Ketu Garyx]

In a new ALS first we now have a completed necromancer epic! Congrats goes out to Kaikuxai (who was also our first level 60 also) on completing his epic! This same week we also completed a new cleric epic as well! Grats to Amaranthus!

ALS is now in possession of 17 epic weapons and are on the way towards many more! We look forward to seeing all of you in the game.

If you are interested in joining Auld Lang Syne hit us up here or on discord (the best way to get us) @ https://discord.gg/c3mZ2DD and post in the new applicants channel after having a look at our charter.

You are also more than welcome to reach out to me in game if you have any questions, you can find me most nights!

[Sirken]

just wanted to thank Rainik and Burytoe for coming on the stream and sharing the top secretest secrets about ALS with the rest of the p99 community

just in case anyone missed it, https://youtu.be/Z9RVCNyCiwM

enjoy!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Thanks for the invite Sirken -- it was a blast to hang with you and Burytoe!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

growing like crazy -- come on in!

[Ashintar]

Awesome group of people, take the challenge if you're looking for a different EQ experience.

[kaluppo]

Joining this guild was the best move I made aside from joining the project 99 server. There is new people joining every day and I mean every day. It doesn't matter if your level 5, lvl 15, lvl 30 or lvl 60 because you will find guild mates to group with and have fun with.

I am proud to be a member and I can't wait to ding 29 tomorrow so I can finally get some group port spells and help my guild mates out with some rides!

[Ketu Garyx]

ALS finished up Xenevorash last night for one of our long time monks, Reptilican, who has also taken it upon himself to perform the grueling task of getting as much of Norrath to like him as possible (hes a filthy lizard, of course). Reptilican is our ultimate faction quester.

Because of the fight last night, I thought I might take the time to let people know that even with our play style there are lots of great possibilities for people to get major items and to complete hard to quest gear! A large number of our higher end people roam around in velious armor now and we have a number of epics. The following people are those people in ALS who have walked the long forgotten road and came out with a shiny new weapon!

Congratulations to all, and especially congratulations to our newest epic Monk, Reptilican (turning in today!)

Jayya, Rogue - Ragebringer
Gnaryl, Rogue - Ragebringer
Tywyll, Ranger - Swiftwind
Rainik, Ranger - Swiftwind
Teslacoil, Monk - Celestial Fists
Winnifrid, Druid - Nature Walker's Scimitar
Hatefull, Cleric - Water Sprinkler of Nem Ankh
Ulgromm, Shaman - Spear of Fate
Zorvyn, Enchanter - Staff of the Serpent
Aarnn, Cleric - Water Sprinkler of Nem Ankh
Shartstack, Druid - Nature Walker's Scimitar
Serdtse, Enchanter - Staff of the Serpent
Alann, Cleric, Water Sprinkler of Nem Ankh
Kallace, Shaman, Spear of Fate
Eckharte, Rogue, Ragebringer
Kaikuxai, Necromancer, Scythe of the Shadowed Soul
Amaranthus, Cleric, Water Sprinkler of Nem Ankh

[wvredskinsfan]

Joining this guild was the best move I made aside from joining the project 99 server. There is new people joining every day and I mean every day. It doesn't matter if your level 5, lvl 15, lvl 30 or lvl 60 because you will find guild mates to group with and have fun with.

I couldn't agree more!

[Tecmos Deception]

One of you recruiters log on so I can get my new chanter in! :p

What's the policy on assistance from non-guildies? Binds, teleports, rezzes, drive-by buffs, stuff like that that's far, far short of powerleveling?

[kaluppo]

One of you recruiters log on so I can get my new chanter in! :p

What's the policy on assistance from non-guildies? Binds, teleports, rezzes, drive-by buffs, stuff like that that's far, far short of powerleveling?

You can buy a port from dialaport if no one in guild is available. Buffs are ok as long as they are level appropriate (lvl 39 buffs on a lvl 1 character is clearly a version of power leveling). The main thing is that you buy and sell within the guild and keep your gear level appropriate.

There is never an issue getting a guilded druid to bind you where ever you need it. I've done it several times and am always happy to do it.

Not sure on resurrections because I just dinged 37 today and have never asked anyone for a res. I don't figure a res is even needed until I'm in my 40's and even then I may never ask for one. But that's just me. Also I never take donations from guildies for ports even though they can donate and we can accept as long as it's between two ALS members.

So if you are in ALS you can hit me up for a free port/bind anytime. I play a LOT.

[Tecmos Deception]

Cool, thanks! I'll look for someone to tag me again later while I'm doing my mail deliveries in gfay :)

[kaluppo]

Cool, thanks! I'll look for someone to tag me again later while I'm doing my mail deliveries in gfay :)

Sweet! Hope to see you around.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

One of you recruiters log on so I can get my new chanter in! :p

What's the policy on assistance from non-guildies? Binds, teleports, rezzes, drive-by buffs, stuff like that that's far, far short of powerleveling?

No problem with /ooc donating for a port, just can't send random tells to druids/wizards in other zones (incl but not limited to DAP)

[Shinko]

Now with 100% more Hinko

[GraveD]

Cool, thanks! I'll look for someone to tag me again later while I'm doing my mail deliveries in gfay :)

Yo Tecmos - did you get your new toon into ALS? What's his name?

Love the vids, man.

[Tecmos Deception]

Yo Tecmos - did you get your new toon into ALS? What's his name?

Love the vids, man.

Nah. Added all the people in the op to my friends list but didn't see any on the couple times I've been on my new guy.

Taxation is the name.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Nah. Added all the people in the op to my friends list but didn't see any on the couple times I've been on my new guy.

Taxation is the name.

Heya Tecmos - need to first join the discord and post in new_applicants that you agree to adhere to the charter (or post any questions you have about it). Then we can set up your inspection/invite.

[Tecmos Deception]

After skimming over the charter, I've decided ALS isn't for me. I appreciate the idea of the guild and was all for joining based on the OP. But I feel that, at least for me personally, the charter in your discord does as much to defeat what the classic experience is as to reinvigorate it.

GL guys.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

After skimming over the charter, I've decided ALS isn't for me. I appreciate the idea of the guild and was all for joining based on the OP. But I feel that, at least for me personally, the charter in your discord does as much to defeat what the classic experience is as to reinvigorate it.

GL guys.

/bow no problem Tecmos, thanks for checking us out!

[Shinko]

Join now for 100%. Non toxic guild!

[Gilder]

Does ALS require TeamSpeak?

[Ketu Garyx]

Does ALS require TeamSpeak?

We use discord instead of teamspeak - we don't require it for raids, but all of our planning, information, applications, and our character is posted on discord.

[Shinko]

Best streamers on p99 are from als!

[Shinko]

After a few fails our 15-25 team smashed runnyeye and got some people

Weps gear and quest items fun times and only one bad wipe (double eye pull)

[Rainik Stormseeker]

After a few fails our 15-25 team smashed runnyeye and got some people

Weps gear and quest items fun times and only one bad wipe (double eye pull)

Nice! yeah, those EE's are nasty in that range

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Awesome! I loved doing this back when ALS was fresh.

Rivervale Vanguard is pelased with your actions.

Huzzah! ALS thoroughly enjoys exterminating those vermin infesting the citadel.

[Ketu Garyx]

Congratulations are due to Artelius and the entire guild on the completion of his Fiery Defender. Thank you for making this such a fun guild to be a part of and a great team of people who can accomplish big things together. Well deserved, Artelius!

[lewicki]

Is there no flexibility on the level cap? I follow your guild's core belief without having known that you all exist.

I have a:
lvl 29 cleric (Bhat) that's still wearing banded that he made himself, brass earrings, bloodstone rings, barbed armplates from befallen, crested mistmoore shield from mistmoore, and an ivory bracelet from unrest. 478 days played (this doesn't seem right, but that's what it says)

lvl 17 War (Toofa) who is wearing the banded made from the cleric (though has not payed for it, this can be fixed), a forged long sword/Tower shield, and a rough hickory bow that he fletched himself. I've got 7 days played on the warrior (he just hit max sense heading!)

I would hate to have to start again to be able to join you guys. I understand why that max-level rule is in place, it's just a shame that I can't take part without starting all over again.

Can you recommend any other guilds that are like yours?

[lewicki]

I've been soloing for much of the warrior's levels, but it's been increasingly difficult to find a group that does have someone ripping through the content.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I've been soloing for much of the warrior's levels, but it's been increasingly difficult to find a group that does have someone ripping through the content.

Nice chatting with you in-game lewicki; just let us know if you change your mind and decide to roll a fresh toon.

[Balerien Truesong]

I will be starting a Troll Shaman sometime in the next week or so and will very much be in touch. I love the sound of your ethic and think it would really help me enjoy revisiting the EQ of my 20's.

I played a bard on Bristlebane called Balerien Truesong between launch and Velious and am pretty much giddy with the anticipation of visiting that world again

[Balerien Truesong]

I will be installing P99, creating a character and applying as a naked L1 as soon as I can :)

Balerien Truesong
Bristlebane
Bard par excellence 1999 - PoP

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Since our entry in the http://wiki.project1999.com/Guilds:Guild_List was mysteriously removed, bumping our thread to the top ;)

[Shinko]

! now with Mo Cleric Epics!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

! now with Mo Cleric Epics!

/nod

with Mackenzie's Swiftwind and Tulthix' Sprinkler, this puts <Auld Lang Syne> at 26 completed Epics!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

(ok ok so we have 3 rangers now needing a shattered emerald)

[watbab]

This sounds fun.

Sadly too late for me.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

This sounds fun.

Sadly too late for me.

Never too late to roll an ALS toon!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

An Aegis first! (Shameless plug for the new alliance - https://discord.gg/zF25tB)

[Nightbear]

I rolled a toon about a month and a half ago, like Rainik said, never too late. Already in the thick of it with my Ranger.

[skarlorn]

bUmP

[Rainik Stormseeker]

ty sir ;)

[leFuZz]

I’m interested in joining the guild.

Where do folks tend to level? Are there any classes in high demand?

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I’m interested in joining the guild.

Where do folks tend to level? Are there any classes in high demand?

Greetings leFuZz! We have folks leveling everywhere, and even some static groups running around. You'll find new ALS member in most of the main newbie zones, especially Field of Bone, GFay, EC, Qeynos Hills, etc.

Best thing to do is hop into our discord, check out the charter, and ask whatever questions tickle your fancy

[Rainik Stormseeker]

<Auld Lang Syne> completed its 30th Epic over the weekend -- Raggaluk's Innoruk's Curse! Grats brother!

[Ketu Garyx]

And a first in the guild! We are now only four epics short of a full set!

[Shinko]

100% the most fun a returning p99 player can have! (Or new player)

[Rainik Stormseeker]

100% the most fun a returning p99 player can have! (Or new player)

Thank you sir! Last night was a blast w/ 2x Chardok Royals

[Ketu Garyx]

<Auld Lang Syne> doing big things these days with and without our alliance, Aegis. ALS can be found killing Bob, Velketor, tearing up HoT (4 BPs in 3 hours, what?!), and wrecking some Vindi. More to come!

[Shinko]

Now accepting all races !

We even have a gnome war (don’t worry he only dps)

[definitely not Draconite]

<Auld Lang Syne> completed its 30th Epic over the weekend -- Raggaluk's Innoruk's Curse! Grats brother!

Needs more Kael plate. gg rag

[Rainik Stormseeker]

SS plate BP first kill tonight - grats AEGIS!

[Newt]

I understand what you guys are attempting to go for here.

But I'd like to explain an encounter i've had with one of your guild members. And why I find walking the great "Forgotten road" to grant some people entitlement.

I met one of your guild members in a low level camping area. He's been camping there for probably 4 days non stop. 30 - 40 hours by now maybe more. I told him, "you know if you we're to have leveled during the time you've been camping this mob (level 20), you could've easily earned enough money to just purchase the item.

He replied back in a very entitled and arrogant tone, that he had 15k on one of his other characters and could purchase it easily. But because of YOUR guild's rules hes chosen to camp this mob for an endless amount of time instead.

Hey im all for the "idea" behind it. But first off, he was not friendly about it at all. Secondly, hes camping a very low level mob, for semi-decent loot, for an item, that he could obtain without question by purchase. This camp is now locked down and completely controlled by him for days. A camp that someone who actually can't afford to go to EC and purchase the item, has to wait for him to find some time to sleep (which I dont think he has). This camp has been completely off limits because one of your guild members without a doubt feels a sense of entitlement about accomplishing whatever it is he thinks hes accomplishing. Its not fair to those who CANT afford to just go buy the loot. I told him this, I told him it sounded ridiculous, and then he continued to act pretty childish about it.
THirdly, whats the difference here? Earning money on a new character should grant that character should grant that character the opportunity to purchase something that will essentially aid them in their everquest experience. But from what I understand your guild rules forbid purchasing anything of value like that? I Dont get it...

Anyways, I just find the whole thing a kind of irony I suppose. I just dont get it. And, i obviously wont be joining your guild...

Thanks
Newt.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

I understand what you guys are attempting to go for here.

But I'd like to explain an encounter i've had with one of your guild members. And why I find walking the great "Forgotten road" to grant some people entitlement.

I met one of your guild members in a low level camping area. He's been camping there for probably 4 days non stop. 30 - 40 hours by now maybe more. I told him, "you know if you we're to have leveled during the time you've been camping this mob (level 20), you could've easily earned enough money to just purchase the item.

The beauty about this game, is that you can progress through it however you like as long as you're not breaking the PnP. That he/she chose to make his gaming experience even more challenging (joining ALS) warms my heart.

By the way - what cherished camp are you speaking of?

He replied back in a very entitled and arrogant tone, that he had 15k on one of his other characters and could purchase it easily. But because of YOUR guild's rules hes chosen to camp this mob for an endless amount of time instead.

Screenshots?

Hey im all for the "idea" behind it. But first off, he was not friendly about it at all. Secondly, hes camping a very low level mob, for semi-decent loot, for an item, that he could obtain without question by purchase. This camp is now locked down and completely controlled by him for days. A camp that someone who actually can't afford to go to EC and purchase the item, has to wait for him to find some time to sleep (which I dont think he has). This camp has been completely off limits because one of your guild members without a doubt feels a sense of entitlement about accomplishing whatever it is he thinks hes accomplishing. Its not fair to those who CANT afford to just go buy the loot. I told him this, I told him it sounded ridiculous, and then he continued to act pretty childish about it.

I'd argue that, in the time it took you to post in this thread, and however much time you spent debating our member, you could have bought it in the tunnel.

THirdly, whats the difference here? Earning money on a new character should grant that character should grant that character the opportunity to purchase something that will essentially aid them in their everquest experience. But from what I understand your guild rules forbid purchasing anything of value like that? I Dont get it...

Surely you don't understand mudflation. Perhaps you haven't read our charter or understand our mission statement. You're more than welcome to check it all out in our discord server.

Anyways, I just find the whole thing a kind of irony I suppose. I just dont get it. And, i obviously wont be joining your guild...

Thanks
Newt.

No worries. What I don't understand, is why you didn't bring their alleged behavior to an officer's attention? There's nothing in our charter forbidding the very common practice of camping loot. If they were breaking the PnP, please PM me some screenshots and he/she will be dealt with.

[Rainik Stormseeker]

PS --> https://www.project1999.com/forums/showthread.php?t=276484

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Grats Bale on the first Wizard epic in ALS, bringing us to 32 in the guild! So proud of my guys/gals, as well as our AEGIS allies - you guys rock!

[gnaryl99]

Bale used his Wizardry to make us wipe on the first VS attempt so he had time to log in. Well played, Bale, well played...

[Ketu Garyx]

Tonight ALS w/ our Alliance, Aegis - along with our friends from Blood Guard did a crawl from the front of NToV all the way to the PoM ZL. We put some coth mages in, explored PoM, and stressed out that zone w/over 70 people in it. It was a lot of fun doing NToV for our first time and doing an awesome 70 man crawl.

Big thanks to BG, especially Fendur, Lavittz, and Souled for partnering with us - thanks to everyone who came out to make it fun.

ALS is doing big things and making lots of friends - join today!

https://i.imgur.com/iL81fiY.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/yUTjC5u.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/UNfTEt9.jpg

[dennardscott86]

Loads of Fun with an amazing group of knowledgeable and competent people. Cant wait til BG raids with you all again.

[Kesselring]

Not gonna lie the raid on PoM looks fun especially if it was most peoples first time there. Can just imagine teamspeak "ah fuck i fell in the maze again".

[Ketu Garyx]

It was really interesting - we burst in w/ 70 people and the normal denizens were very confused in OOC. We had a short tour, now most of us have been spending our week here :)

Not gonna lie the raid on PoM looks fun especially if it was most peoples first time there. Can just imagine teamspeak "ah fuck i fell in the maze again".

[Sillyturtle]

I'm so stoked that you guys are doing this amazingly.

When we formed ALS, never would I have dreamed that you'd get this far and be going this strongly.

Curse my timezone for not letting me be around you guys more.

[Venjenz]

Shameless bump.

[Ketu Garyx]

Happy two year birthday ALS!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

A typical Friday morning water cooler chat between <Auld Lang Syne> warriors

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Typical <Auld Lang Syne> paladin FOL woes..

https://i.imgur.com/VHJjkzd.gif

[Shinko]

100% best Guild on Sever

and i been in 90% of guilds!

[Suirad]

Just rolled up a new toon and looking for an invite,

Troll Shaman named Suirab.

[Baylan295]

Congratulations to Tywyll, ALS, and all our Aegis friends on a successful Ring War last night.

All of your friends from Paradigm Shift are glad we were able to come together and do one of our favorite encounters with you, and we’re super excited to team up with you for an awesome alliance first. We’re looking forward to helping out with your first Ring 10 soon!

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Congratulations to Tywyll, ALS, and all our Aegis friends on a successful Ring War last night.

All of your friends from Paradigm Shift are glad we were able to come together and do one of our favorite encounters with you, and we’re super excited to team up with you for an awesome alliance first. We’re looking forward to helping out with your first Ring 10 soon!


Thank you Baylan - it sounds like everyone had a blast!

[Ketu Garyx]

Congratulations to Tywyll, ALS, and all our Aegis friends on a successful Ring War last night.

All of your friends from Paradigm Shift are glad we were able to come together and do one of our favorite encounters with you, and we’re super excited to team up with you for an awesome alliance first. We’re looking forward to helping out with your first Ring 10 soon!

Had a great time man, we will definitely do it again.

[Ketu Garyx]

<Auld Lang Syne> Now with Ring 10 - Grats Kushida 60 Gnome Warrior <Auld Lang Syne>

[Rainik Stormseeker]

Bump!

[Shinko]

All the TOV loot today!