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      /            Level Rewards Forum            \
     /              November 13, 2001              \
    (    Recorded & Edited by Aubrey McMichaels     )
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      \____http://pages.prodigy.net/aubreymcm/____/


[The Reality Cafe, Patio]
Large, vibrant umbrellas perch above glass-topped tables, dazzling the eye in a display
 of colors and providing some welcome relief from the overhead tropical sun.  A
 charming white cottage stands ahead with its wooden doors propped open to accommodate
 the people bustling in and out.  A wide mulched path dips beneath a rose-laden trellis
 and disappears from view into a cluster of blooming rose bushes.  You also see the
 main road.
Obvious paths: west.
Siri Macallan steps out of the shadows.
Siri Macallan says, "Okaaaay."
Siri Macallan coughs.
Siri Macallan asks, "Are we ready for this?"
Siri Macallan whistles a cheerful tune.
Siri Macallan asks, "Do we want the Cone of Silence?"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, since I don't have the cone set up in this place, let's just
 wing it."
Siri Macallan asks, "One of the GMs want to keep track of hands?"
Siri Macallan says, "And let's be polite.  No interrupting."
Siri Macallan says, "This forum is mostly a discussion session about how we can improve
 the meaning levels have as far as reaward and gain, and how to keep things fair across
 the board."
Siri Macallan says, "And while the staff has some ideas on what we'll be adding in the
 coming year, I'd like to know what you'd be interested in seeing as additions to
 existing systems, or new systems entirely."
Siri Macallan says, "So, if you have an idea or question, raise your hand.  I'll try to
 keep the list straight."
Dexter Riley raises his hand.
Kid Dark raises his hand.
Siri Macallan says, "Go for it, Dexter."
Reese Broselle says, "I can manage the list."
Siri Macallan says, "Thanks, Reese."
Siri Macallan says, "And remember, we are limited to two hours, so have your thoughts
 macro'd, or pre typed."
Dexter Riley says, "I was just kinda thinking that maybe we could go back to the old
 sytem in a sort, not completely, but not have abandoned it all together, get some
 skill points to distribute at each level"
Siri Macallan asks, "In existing skills, or in new skills?  And how do you feel this
 would advance the meaning of levels?"
Dexter Riley says, "I was thinking in existing skills, and this would give more
 incentive to level because then not only would you get the health, but gain some
 points to distribute"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay.  Something that has been under huge discussion, mostly by
 the players, is the fact that lower level characters often have skill levels in excess
 of higher level characters."
Dexter Riley nods.
Siri Macallan says, "So while I'm not discounting the idea of adding extra skills at
 level gains, that's an issue that needs to be taken into account."
Siri Macallan nods to Dexter Riley.
Jason Calihan raises his hand.
Siri Macallan asks, "Kid?"
Kid Dark asks, "I believe us newer people sometimes have high skills due to hard work. 
 Will we be punished if changes as such took effect?"
Siri Macallan asks, "What do you consider "hard work"?"
Siri Macallan smiles.
Kid Dark says, "Hard work is hunting.  A lot."
Siri Macallan asks, "What do you consider "a lot" to be?"
Siri Macallan says, "I consider a lot to be a couple of years."
Dexter Riley nods to Siri Macallan.
Jon Garfield raises his hand.
Kid Dark says, "I think I have hunted more than many people normally would in two
 years.  Length shouldn't matter.  Amount should."
Siri Macallan says, "I don't know that your hours in game would really support that,
 Kid.  After all, there are a lot of people who have spent the same amount of hours as
 you have hunting, but they've done it for the last five years."
Kid Dark says, "Hence, their skills are higher than mine."
Siri Macallan says, "The whole point of the skill system is to allow people to progress
 at their own pace."
Siri Macallan says, "But, as we're seeing, skills alone shouldn't be the be all and end
 all of progress."
Brannigan McGrade raises her hand.
Kid Dark asks, "I progress faster.  Should I be punished because I progress fast?"
Siri Macallan asks, "How do you feel you're going to be punished?"
Siri squints.
Siri Macallan says, "I think I missed that part."
Kid Dark says, "If combat were to be based on level, I would be punished for having
 high skills at a low level when I've put in a lot of time to raise those skills."
Siri Macallan says, "I don't know that we've said anything about combat being based on
 level."
Kid Dark says, "That's what all of this is really referring to, presumably.  Especially
 with the newer people 'having high skills'"
Siri Macallan says, "You presume incorrectly, Kid."
Jon Garfield lowers his hand...for now.
Kid Dark glances around.
Siri Macallan says, "This is about rewards for gaining levels."
Siri Macallan says, "Not about punishing people for having high skills."
Reese Broselle says, "Not even necessarily combat based."
Siri Macallan says, "There's a big difference."
Kid Dark says, "You missed by point, but I withdraw my comment."
Siri Macallan asks, "Okay, so tell me again what your point is?"
Kid Dark says, "I've withdrawn my comment."
Siri Macallan shrugs.
Siri Macallan asks, "Okay who is next, Reese?"
Reese Broselle says, "Jason is next, after all the hands up and hands down."
Yuri Kyota raises her hand.
Siri Macallan asks, "Jason?"
Jason Calihan says, "Not to be argumentative, but I'm going to agree with Kid. Just
 because lower level personas have higher skill rates than those exceeding higher level
 personas gives no case to change the system to skills per level gain. A lot of us hunt
 exceeding well over four hours at a time, which is why we even have that amount of
 skill class hours above others."
Siri Macallan says, "Um, I also didn't say that we were changing anything to skills per
 level gain."
Jason Calihan says, "No, but you did comment it was an issue being taken into account."
Siri Macallan says, "We take a lot of stuff into account.  That does not mean it's a
 sole delimiter."
Jason Calihan says, "Well, there's my two cents to go with consideration."
Siri Macallan asks, "Okay, so does anyone have suggestions about what they'd like to
 see in regard to level rewards, and not a pitch for not changing things?"
Siri Macallan says, "Brannigan, you're up."
Brannigan McGrade says, "Im a little confused Im sorry"
Siri Macallan smiles.
Brannigan McGrade says, "just explain level rewards to me please"
Siri Macallan says, "Sure."
Siri Macallan nods.
Siri Macallan says, "In the past, Modus was a game based on gaining levels, and raising
 skills through those levels."
Siri Macallan says, "And there were some rewards for hitting specific levels ..."
Siri Macallan says, "One of the rewards that has made it past the change to a
 skill-based system is the 50th level house."
Siri Macallan says, "And after a year of the skill based system, we're finding that a
 gain in skills is not really enough to keep people with moving through the game."
Siri Macallan says, "So we want to know what you think some good 'rewards' would be for
 going up levels."
Brannigan McGrade says, "oh well I really hope we keep level 50 houses...thats a big
 goal for me"
Riley Matson says, "I agree"
Siri Macallan says, "I don't see them going away."
Brannigan McGrade says, "maybe some special skills"
Dexter Riley raises his hand.
Brannigan McGrade says, "that you can only get once you are a high level"
Siri Macallan asks, "Anything in particular you'd like to see in regard to special
 skills?"
Brannigan McGrade says, "get back to me"
Brannigan McGrade giggles.
Mia delaRosa asks, "Or once you hit a certain level you get a free merchant visit?"
Mia delaRosa ducks her head.
Siri Macallan asks, "Yuri?"
Yuri Kyota asks, "if i understand the meaning of this forum.  would it be possible to
 have a merchant who caters to only say, above 50?"
Riley Matson says, "People always love merchants"
Yuri Kyota says, "or one could get a 'cash bonus' ever 10 levels or so.   "
Siri Macallan says, "Sure.  What type of merchant?  And remember, the levels go up to
 200, so 50th is really just the starting of the milestones."
Mia delaRosa says, "Like you hit 50 and get a visit from Marc"
Mia delaRosa says, "We never see him anymore."
Riley Matson asks, "What does he do?"
Siri Macallan says, "Weapons."
Mia delaRosa says, "Weapons"
Riley Matson nods.
Yuri Kyota asks, "maybe a different merchant at every 25 levels?"
Jon Garfield says, "The Holy Grail of merchants"
Yuri Kyota ducks her head.
Siri Macallan asks, "Is there anything else that you'd like to see, Yuri?"
Mia delaRosa asks, "Or a free shopping spree for level 75?"
Teona Cole says, "That sounds good"
Yuri Kyota says, "what about cash rewards for those who work hard to be as IC as
 possible?  i've been on this island in one face or another for 6 years, and honestly
 i'm never been in a major hurry to prmote"
Yuri Kyota says, "i mean, i'm going to be here for years to come, so in the end, i'll
 still get where  you are"
Yuri Kyota giggles.
Yuri Kyota shrugs.
Siri Macallan says, "Well, cash is pretty transient."
Riley Matson says, "What about just a special store"
Siri Macallan says, "I'd rather do something that you can build on."
Jon Garfield raises his hand.
Yuri Kyota says, "thats why i liked the merchant idea first....custom stuff means more
 to people"
Lisa Stone raises her hand.
Siri Macallan says, "And also, go beyond items as a reward."
Dylan Perry raises his hand.
Riley Matson says, "Like only people over 100 could go into it, and it would have all
 types of things, unique items"
Siri Macallan says, "That's a quick and dirty reward, but in the end, that doesn't seem
 like it's enough."
Jason Calihan seems to agree with Yuri!
Dexter Riley asks, "What about say a huge skill bonus every ten levels?"
Kid Dark raises his hand.
Yuri Kyota says, "always offer other things...like expanded lockers, or specilty shops
 catering to the 'rich and powerful'"
Arielle Drummond raises her hand.
Siri Macallan says, "Raise your hands if you have suggestions."
Siri Macallan smiles.
Siri Macallan says, "Yuri has the floor."
Brannigan McGrade raises her hand.
Riley Matson nods to Yuri Kyota.
Lisa Stone lowers her hand because she doesnt' have a suggestion.
Yuri Kyota says, "i seemed to remember a club or two you couldn't get into unless you
 had a certin level"
Siri Macallan says, "Jade Dragon is one."
Yuri Kyota says, "well, thats more then my two cents worth so i'll yeild the floor"
Siri Macallan smiles.
Yuri Kyota smiles.
Siri Macallan says, "Thanks for the suggestions."
Reese Broselle says, "The punmaster is up next."
Siri Macallan asks, "Reese?"
Siri Macallan chuckles.
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Siri Macallan says, "Must be Jon."
Jon Garfield asks, "Ok, how about level-based hunting areas?"
Kid Dark raises his hand.
Catriona Forbes glances at Jon Garfield.
Siri Macallan asks, "How would you set something like that up?"
Catriona Forbes asks, "Don't we have those already?"
Siri Macallan says, "Meaning how would they be level based."
Jon Garfield says, "You can raise your skill as much as you want, but you can't enter
 them until you're a certain level"
Siri Macallan nods.
Jason Calihan nods to Jon Garfield.
Jon Garfield says, "similar to the cop at the barricade to OWF, they'd stop you if you
 were deemed unworthy"
Jon Garfield says, "or the sweaty native wouldn't let people below level X enter"
Teona Cole raises her hand.
Siri Macallan asks, "Would you restrict all areas to a level qualification, or would it
 only be a couple of areas?"
Jon Garfield says, "it wouldn't have to be every hunting area, maybe just certain
 special ones, cause sometimes you want to go with lower friends to help them out with
 a challenge without getting them killed"
Siri Macallan nods.
Catriona Forbes asks, "People hunt in groups?"
Bryan Hit grins at Catriona Forbes.
Siri Macallan says, "On occassion it's been known to happen."
Catriona Forbes shrugs.
Siri Macallan says, "Sorry you haven't experienced that."
Siri Macallan smiles.
Catriona Forbes says, "I've never experienced it."
Lisa Stone nods.
Jon Garfield says, "But it'd help people who are higher-level and are frustrated with
 level 20 people beating up on level 100 guerillas just because their skills have shot
 way up, either by practicing or teaching"
Siri Macallan nods to Jon Garfield.
Kid Dark says, "That's punishment, not reward."
Jon Garfield says, "everyone automatically migrates to the highest area they can
 handle, and when their skills surpass their level, you get too many people fighting
 guerillas"
Catriona Forbes asks, "Well, what should the level 20 people beat up, then? I mean, if
 they are too good to hunt level 20 and are good enough to hunt level 100...shouldn't
 they be hunting level 100?"
Siri Macallan asks, "Okay.  Thanks for the suggestion.  Any others you'd like to add?"
Siri Macallan says, "It's not your turn, folks."
Siri Macallan says, "Don't interrupt."
Catriona Forbes says, "I was asking him, not you."
Siri Macallan says, "Then ask him later."
Jon Garfield says, "It's not punishment, it's just not letting you into certain areas"
Siri Macallan says, "This is for suggestions, not debate on those suggestions."
Bryan Hit raises his hand.
Jon Garfield says, "there could still be level 100 perps anyone could beat up, but also
 some in a special area just for those who've earned it level-wise"
Siri Macallan asks, "And Jon, I'm assuming you mean adding areas so that there aren't
 lost areas, so to speak?"
Jon Garfield nods.
Mia delaRosa raises her hand.
Jon Garfield says, "I think the reason so many people complained when the fumbles
 started is they were fighting too high above their level and didn't have the bp's to
 back up their skills"
Siri Macallan says, "I think people just don't like fumbles."
Siri Macallan grins.
Mia delaRosa asks, "Whats a fumble?"
Bryan Hit grins at Siri Macallan.
Bryan Hit nods.
Bryan Hit chuckles.
Jon Garfield says, "And in reality, it just fixed a problem that had come up since
 reallocation"
Yuri Kyota whispers to Mia its a football thing and not to worry.
Brannigan McGrade smiles.
Jon Garfield says, "I like 'em cause it's the only way to learn first aid"
Jon Garfield shrugs.
Mia delaRosa smiles at Yuri Kyota.
Jon Garfield says, "I'll shut up now though, someone else can talk"
Xander Morales raises his hand.
Reese Broselle says, "Like your wife?  Lisa is up next."
Jon Garfield says, "cause I can't think of any other rewards, I didn't realize that was
 what the forum was about"
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Siri Macallan asks, "Lisa?"
Lisa Stone says, "I lowered, I was just going to voice that merchants arn't everyones
 idea of rewards"
Siri Macallan says, "Hopefully we'll have many different types to suit most all
 players."
Lisa Stone says, "and we do get to add a room to our houses every 50 levels"
Siri Macallan says, "Dylan, I think you were after Lisa."
Teona Cole nods to Yuri Kyota.
Dylan Perry says, "I was thinking about having rewards every 25/50 levels that someone
 on the government hands out"
Dylan Perry says, "For instance maybe a street name or statue at higher levels"
Dylan Perry asks, "Or a key to the city?"
Dylan Perry gets a distant look on his face as he ponders.
Dylan Perry says, "Something more permaneant than merchant items or money"
Siri Macallan asks, "Like maybe helping to design an area?"
Dylan Perry says, "Like maybe the King can knight us"
Brannigan McGrade nods to Sami Market.
Dylan Perry asks, "Rename the streets now perhaps?"
Dylan Perry gets a distant look on his face as he ponders.
Brannigan McGrade raises her hand.
Luca Santiago raises her hand.
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, those are good things to think about.  Thanks, Dylan."
Dylan Perry nods.
Mia delaRosa switches hands to give her other one blood flow.
Siri Macallan asks, "Arielle?"
Arielle Drummond says, "Well, Dylan partly stole my idea.  But I miss the title
 ceremonies that we used to get every 20 levels."
Arielle Drummond says, "I know the title part would work anymore."
Siri Macallan says, "As long as they were not professional titles, yep."
Arielle Drummond nods.
Arielle Drummond says, "I just liked the ceremony part and getting the medal thingie."
Arielle Drummond grins.
Arielle Drummond says, "And maybe with that there could be a plaque somewhere listing
 the names."
Siri Macallan says, "I thought about having stars or something on one of our streets."
Siri Macallan smiles.
Miranda Myles exclaims, "Ohhh Hollywood Blvd, here we come!"
Siri Macallan says, "But I would like to see about titles reestablished in some fashion
 as well."
Siri Macallan asks, "Brannigan?"
Brannigan McGrade says, "I really like the idea about being able to help plan events or
 maybe design things. Im not into hunting too much and I would enjoy other types of
 rewards. and I think stars would be cute"
Brannigan McGrade smiles.
Katt Blade raises her hand.
Siri Macallan nods.
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, thanks."
Brannigan McGrade says, "I would also like to see more ways to use non-fighting skills"
Siri Macallan nods.
Brannigan McGrade says, "Im done"
Siri Macallan says, "I agree."
Brannigan McGrade zips her lips.
Brannigan McGrade giggles.
Siri Macallan says, "Xander, you're up."
Mia delaRosa raises her hand.
Xander Morales says, "Well, I just thought, in the spirit of making things equal for
 high level people, we make it so there is a trivial loot process. Where if your too
 overwhelming to an npc you dont get any loot."
Siri Macallan asks, "Say that again?"
Siri Macallan furrows her brow.
Xander Morales says, "Farming. "
Siri Macallan says, "Explain the concept to me."
Xander Morales says, "Well, what were talking about is fairness."
Xander Morales says, "You have a person whos a high level."
Xander Morales says, "They can take out a brawler pretty easy."
Xander Morales says, "Most of the time."
Siri Macallan says, "If they're using a skill that's high for them,  yes."
Xander Morales nods to Siri Macallan.
Xander Morales gets a distant look on his face as he ponders.
Jon Garfield furrows his brow.
Xander Morales says, "Its kinda hard to explain."
Siri Macallan asks, "So, are you advocating a system where players who perp at levels
 considerably lower than their skills shouldn't get cash?"
Xander Morales says, "If your too good, you shouldnt be able to get money, the same way
 you dont get skill off the npc."
Xander Morales says, "something like that, yes."
Xander Morales says, "Things should pose a risk, a challenge."
Xander Morales says, "It makes things interesting."
Xander Morales says, "thats all."
Siri Macallan says, "Okay.  Thanks, Xander."
Siri Macallan asks, "Bryan?"
Bryan Hit grins.
Bryan Hit says, "i guess i'm just unclear on why setting up incentives for leveling is
 a punishment to some people. in my mind, you work hard for your levels, you should
 have incentives, AND some restrictions. That's how things run in life, so it would
 make sense for it to be in an RPG based on modern life."
Bryan Hit says, "right now, level doesn't seem to matter as much as skill, and that's
 in itself is a little strange. personally, i think levels should matter in combat a
 lot more than they do, but it sounds like everything dealing in that concern has
 reached the wall. to me, it's pretty unbalanced in the ares of level vs. skill, and
 the only incentive you get from that is being able to whoop up on someone better"
Bryan Hit says, "so maybe something to make it more cool to gain levels would be having
 special access to something.that was mentioned by someone at the beginning, and i like
 that idea"
Bryan Hit says, "something per block of levels."
Bryan Hit says, "not restrictive, as much as something to strive for"
Siri Macallan says, "So the reward is to be able to get into various areas."
Bryan Hit says, "that or some other incentive that is baased on a block of levels"
Bryan Hit says, "not a punishment, but an incentive"
Bryan Hit says, "i'm not sure some folks understand that, really. or maybe I don't
 understand what they are trying to get at"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, so if we go beyond a purely hunting scenario, what types of
 areas would you want to see restricted by level.  Non combat areas."
Sinvri Kwenda says, "Fishing."
Sinvri Kwenda hums a tune softly.
Bryan Hit says, "something like that could be fun would be in other skills currently
 not used as much."
Ivy Malone giggles.
Bryan Hit grins at Sinvri Kwenda.
Bryan Hit says, "yeah, fishing"
Bryan Hit chuckles.
Bryan Hit says, "Crafts, research, tec..."
Bryan Hit says, "er etc...."
Bryan Hit grins.
Bryan Hit says, "even Zoology"
Siri Macallan nods to Bryan Hit.
Bryan Hit says, "incentives in those areas may encourage levels and skill building
 inthose areas"
Mia delaRosa lowers her hand.
Bryan Hit says, "there are more ways to gain levels than hunting, but making it fun to
 do those other things with an incentive would make it more attractive"
Bryan Hit says, "for building levels and skills"
Bryan Hit says, "hope that makes sense"
Ivy Malone nods.
Bryan Hit grins.
Siri Macallan says, "It did.  Thanks."
Siri Macallan smiles.
Bryan Hit exclaims, "okay. i'm done!"
Bryan Hit grins.
Siri Macallan asks, "Luca?"
Luca Santiago says, "ok this is kinda long..."
Luca Santiago coughs.
Luca Santiago says, "and probably not unexpected"
Luca Santiago says, "For me, I think the solution is simple. I think there should be
 more distinction between perps, based on level. Kinda similar to what has already been
 mentioned.  And also, more economic rewards. I don't think  a 20 or 30 dollar
 difference between perps that may be 20 levels apart is a worthy reward. It literally
 felt like punishment when the economic changes took place. It was too drastic and was
 near death for players like me that can now practically never afford a 50 level house
 or even a merchant made weapon. Its kind of a cruel irony that I will be level 100
 probably before I actually can purchase a house I was supposed to earn at 50. "
Siri Macallan says, "I'll wait until you're finished before I address any of that."
Luca Santiago asks, "oh I think that was all?"
Luca Santiago bites her lip.
Siri Macallan chuckles.
Nina Perrson raises her hand.
Luca Santiago says, "I did say it was simple"
Luca Santiago grins.
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, the first thing I want to say about 50th level houses is
 this ..."
Siri Macallan says, "When they were originally envisioned, they were to be a simple
 three room, simple place that people could call their own."
Siri Macallan says, "And what they are now is usually anything but that."
Tyler Morrison says, "They've always been a reward, maybe the focus of what people want
 to be rewarded with has changed but it's still the same concept..."
Tyler Morrison coughs.
Siri Macallan says, "They are affordable, even at 50th level, if you don't want
 everything and the kitchen sink."
Siri Macallan says, "What ends up happening is that they've turned into these huge
 extravaganzas, and of course you're going to pay more for them."
Luca Santiago says, "I just hope house prices stay reasonable. I dont think my earned
 reward should be lessened because of other tourists excessive tackiness"
Siri Macallan says, "But if you start with something less elaborate, and add as you go
 with merchant items and what not, then it's affordable."
Siri Macallan says, "You pay for what you ask for."
Luca Santiago asks, "Will the new prices be comparable to how they have always been?"
Siri Macallan says, "I honestly can't answer that, because they're not always
 consistent.  And that's part of the problem."
Siri Macallan says, "We try to make them consistent, but because each item is usually
 fairly unique, it's hard to codify the costs."
Siri Macallan says, "So what we're trying to do is make it easier to make a housing
 plan, know what it will cost up front, and what you can do to keep the costs in
 balance."
Siri Macallan asks, "Does that make sense?"
Luca Santiago says, "yes"
Arielle Drummond raises her hand.
Luca Santiago asks, "Any possible chance perp payouts will be changing soon?"
Siri Macallan says, "Now, as far as payouts go, I think there should be a better spread
 of payouts as well.  I think it needs to be balanced with the game economy, but I
 think it's more fun if the bigger perps have bigger payouts."
Luca Santiago nods.
Siri Macallan says, "I'm not going to say that they're going to change soon, but I'll
 say that we'll be looking at how we do them."
Siri Macallan says, "Soon is always relative around here."
Siri Macallan asks, "Did that address your concerns somewhat, Luca?"
Luca Santiago says, "Yes, thank you"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay. "
Luca Santiago smiles at Siri Macallan.
Siri Macallan says, "Katt?  You're up."
Katt Blade says, "erk"
Katt Blade says, "ok"
Katt Blade grins.
Katt Blade says, "i liked dylan's street naming idea a lot, maybe not for 50 but 200,
 and his idea of medals or some type of reward from the king.. maybe the king could
 throw some party every year for those over level 50 and hand out medals"
Katt Blade just tickled Dylan Perry.
Katt Blade says, "these sound random because they are"
Katt Blade grins.
Katt Blade says, "maybe past level 50, brawlers and other low level perps react to you
 differently and never try to attack you. they can run away and cower instead."
Siri Macallan grins.
Bryan Hit chuckles.
Bryan Hit exclaims, "i like that!"
Bryan Hit grins.
Katt Blade says, "every level you can get the equivalent of a small rp award or maybe
 about 5 extra skill points that you can put into any skill"
Jon Garfield nods.
Katt Blade says, "and because you're so respected and admired in the community, all the
 restaurants give you free food after level 100."
Katt Blade hums a tune softly.
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Reese Broselle laughs!
Miranda Myles laughs!
Katt Blade says, "on and those under level 10 have to sit in the back of the monorail"
Ryan Montoya chuckles.
Katt Blade says, "oh not on"
Katt Blade gives a big thumbs up!
Ivy Malone chuckles.
Katt Blade says, "and some level-based professions.. that may have been mentioned, not
 sure"
Mia delaRosa laughs!
Katt Blade exclaims, "and that's all!"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, thanks. "
Siri Macallan grins at Katt Blade.
Ivy Malone begins chuckling at Katt Blade.
Siri Macallan asks, "Nina?"
Nina Perrson says, "okay, so thanks for hosting this forum, i know a lot of high-level
 people have become really discouraged with the fact that level 20'ers are so on par
 with them. it's interesting to see the huge rift between the people who have been here
 for years and those who have only been here for months. i mean, not that any of us are
 subjective, of course not..."
Nina Perrson says, "anyway, i really liked jon's idea of having special areas for high
 levelers -- not really places like the night club, because while that's cool, it
 doesn't get much use. places that involve skill and money earning would. special shops
 accessible to certain levels, perhaps. not a clothes shop or something that people
 would go into and look at once but never care about again, but a shop that had
 something actually useful. maybe like a crafts store or a shop that sells explosives
 once they're ready. and to prevent lower-leveled people from getting higher levels to
 buy the stuff for them, maybe you'd have to be a certain level before it stopped
 giving you a message like, "You don't seem to know how to handle that." i'm not saying
 low levels should be denied access to an entire skill, but maybe shops on a higher
 level could provide more complex items."
Nina Perrson says, "and finally, while i don't think there's a huge problem as far as
 money goes, there could be something done so that high-leveled people get a little
 bonus to help them have an edge in the economy. before reallocation, you guys
 discussed "specialization." now this was about skills, and about exceeding a skill cap
 slightly, but maybe you could choose something to specialize in... monetarily.  for
 instance, art is my favorite skill. if i chose to specialize in art, i could sell
 paintings at a higher cost. not a whole bunch, but just a small edge. maybe you could
 have up to three specializations. one at 100, one at 150, then one at 200. cause well
 at 200 you ain't gonna be doin' much other than making money anymore."
Nina Perrson says, "and that's it."
Nina Perrson ducks her head.
Bryan Hit exclaims, "breath Ducky!"
Siri Macallan blinks.
Bryan Hit grins at Nina Perrson.
Xenia Wilson snickers.
Nina Perrson breathes a sigh of relief.
Brannigan McGrade giggles.
Ivy Malone says, "that took talent"
Ivy Malone pats Nina on the back.
Yuri Kyota fans Nina cause she looks like she needs air.
Siri Macallan says, "Okay.  Nice ideas."
Ivy Malone chuckles.
Siri Macallan grins.
Siri Macallan says, "Thanks."
Siri Macallan says, "Arielle is next, then the list is empty.  When she's done, I'm
 going to open it up for discussion.  You can discuss the suggestions, and offer more,
 or refine what's already been said."
Auguste Delatour raises her hand.
Mia delaRosa says, "Umm Siri, Ive had my hand up since befor eXander got here"
Siri Macallan says, "You lowered it, Mia.  But feel free to speak on."
Siri Macallan smiles.
Arielle Drummond says, "I just had a quick question about the 50th level housing. 
 Since I'm finally getting close I was just wondering how do I found out about getting
 one."
Mia delaRosa says, "Actually I switched hands but nevermind anymore."
Siri Macallan says, "You email me for a form that hasn't been finished yet."
Siri Macallan coughs.
Arielle Drummond grins.
Arielle Drummond says, "Okay."
Miranda Myles says, "Entitled:  I Wanna House"
Siri Macallan says, "Once it's done, I'll NEWS it and you all can bombard me for a
 copy.  If I can, I'll post it on the web, so you all can get it  whenever you like."
Arielle Drummond nods.
Siri Macallan asks, "Mia?"
Bryan Hit begins chuckling at Dylan Perry.
Bryan Hit grins.
Mia delaRosa says, "I was just basically going to say that the ideas from Nina and Jon
 are good ones... I agree with them. Also. I think that there should be a merchant
 apperance to some standard for higher level people"
Mia delaRosa says, "Like once you hit 25 or 50 you get to customize something special
 for you "
Ivy Malone smiles at Mia delaRosa.
Siri Macallan asks, "Okay.  How do you mean a merchant appearance to some standard?"
Mia delaRosa says, "II know not everyone thinks that a merchant is 100% a reward but to
 people who have nothing and have been here forever... Its a big deal to them "
Siri Macallan nods.
Siri Macallan says, "Okay, thanks."
Mia delaRosa says, "Like a merchant of your choice of the skill you need them to
 specialize in shows up once you hit 25 or 50"
Mia delaRosa says, "And definatly more locker space is needed with paying 20 more
 dollars for access"
Dylan Perry nods.
Ivy Malone giggles at Mia delaRosa.
Siri Macallan says, "You already get a lot more than non Premiums.  But that's not what
 we're here for."
Siri Macallan chuckles.
Mia delaRosa says, "The higher level people have more keepsakes or stuff that they
 enjoy keeping and using "
Siri Macallan asks, "Like fifty different beverages from various weddings?"
Ivy Malone snickers.
Nina Perrson coughs.
Simone Russell rubs the side of her head.
Mia delaRosa says, "No"
Siri Macallan just tickled Mia delaRosa.
Siri Macallan says, "Some people do collect that sort of stuff."
Mia delaRosa says, "Like wedding invitations or jewelry "
Mia delaRosa says, "Well that is there wasted space"
Siri Macallan says, "In any case, locker sizes might be used as a level reward."
Mia delaRosa smirks.
Jason Calihan nods to Siri Macallan.
Siri Macallan says, "But I won't talk about what perks premium subscribers get or don't
 get at this forum."
Yuri Kyota smiles.
Siri Macallan chuckles.
Siri Macallan says, "That's a whole different forum."
Hope Fontaine says, "Actually I think it gets covered every time we have a meeting."
Hope Fontaine smiles.
Siri Macallan says, "So, the floor is open.  What else do you want to see as a level
 reward.  Let's go beyond combat, if we can."
Jason Calihan says, "For non-premium members, especially for me or ye old antique
 collectors, I think 50 spaces is too small."
Jason Calihan says, "So extra locker space per certain level of gain would be a great
 incentive."
Elise Evans says, "I like Nina's ideas about items that are usable if you're over a
 certain level."
Miranda Myles says, "I liked Nina's and Jon's ideas.  Arie had the same vein with
 Dylan..good ideas, too."
Amanda Jackson says, "Maybe higher level people can pawn items for slightly more?
 Though I know that depends more on economy skill..."
Jon Garfield says, "more locker space is a neat reward, since you're theoretically more
 likely to have more junk and memorabilia at 100 than at 10"
Ivy Malone agrees with Elise Evans.
Matt Browne nods to Amanda Jackson.
Bryan Hit says, "i liked those ideas, too"
Grace O'Meara agrees with Jon Garfield.
Elise Evans says, "And Jon's on access for things, too."
Matt Browne says, "i already sell things for something like 75% its original price"
Arielle Drummond says, "No matter how much locker space is given it's never going to be
 enough for some people."
Ivy Malone says, "I think special access would be cool"
Ivy Malone agrees with Arielle Drummond.
Bryan Hit says, "like my wife"
Bryan Hit grins.
Brannigan McGrade nods.
Siri Macallan agrees with Arielle Drummond.
Brannigan McGrade giggles at Bryan Hit.
Miranda Myles says, "True, Arie"
Matt Browne grins at Arielle Drummond.
Matt Browne says, "its a start"
Bryan Hit says, "she already made me buy space for her stuff in my ranch"
Bryan Hit grins.
Lisa Stone says, "you get storage with 50th level homes "
Arielle Drummond says, "And I'd rather seem locker space be given to everyone and just
 high level people."
Arielle Drummond says, "But that's me."
Ivy Malone begins laughing at Bryan Hit!
Shonna McCarver says, "I keep everything and I'm still doing okay on space in my
 house."
Miranda Myles exclaims, "Okay, a start, give em another 25 slots just to appease them
 for 3 months!"
Amanda Jackson says, "Like Mel, the jeweler says, "Oh Miss Jackson, one of my favorite
 long-time customers, so nice to see you, I have a special bargain for you, as he hands
 you gold earrings for $29.99""
Amanda Jackson ducks her head.
Matt Browne snickers at Amanda Jackson.
Lisa Stone nods to Shonna McCarver.
Morgan LeFox giggles at Amanda Jackson.
Miranda Myles just tickled Amanda Jackson.
Ivy Malone grins at Amanda Jackson.
Siri Macallan grins at Amanda Jackson.
Bryan Hit begins chuckling at Amanda Jackson.
Grace O'Meara grins at Amanda Jackson.
Matt Browne says, "i'd like access to whatever's in the back of the greenhouse, i've
 been wondering what's in there for a while now"
Yuri Kyota says, "more advanced areas for higher level players isn't a bad idea.  you
 could produce finer or better paintings or learn additional dance steps or varations
 of music for insterments"
Grace O'Meara raises her hand.
Ivy Malone nods to Yuri Kyota.
Morgan LeFox raises her hand.
Elise Evans says, "Used to be a dining room back there Matt."
Miranda Myles says, "Matt, no can do."
Ivy Malone says, "access to advanced areas is a nice reward"
Matt Browne asks, "do they have fulafel and hummus there?"
Ivy Malone begins chuckling at Matt Browne.
Jon Garfield begins chuckling at Matt Browne.
Miranda Myles says, "All the dead bodies.  Shhh."
Brannigan McGrade says, "I would like maybe a specialized skill that you get to
 pick...something to make you unique"
Matt Browne says, "ah, and i was wondering where the fertilizer came from"
Matt Browne snickers at Miranda Myles.
Ivy Malone nods to Brannigan McGrade.
Miranda Myles nods to Matt Browne.
Amanda Jackson says, "or maybe a fishing boat with more perks and that goes to an area
 with more and bigger fish for higher level people"
Ivy Malone nods.
Bryan Hit grins.
Bryan Hit says, "fishing...."
Bryan Hit drools.
Bryan Hit grins.
Ivy Malone nods.
Ivy Malone says, "I miss the good fishing"
Ivy Malone sighs.
Matt Browne says, "Trevor mentioned earlier having 'trainer' merchants for new combat
 skills.. maybe at 100 you can get your own custom combat maneuver"
Elise Evans asks, "When the new combat was first brought in, there was a suggestion
 about learning special skills from NPCs.  I know the guides are out there now, but
 what about being able to learn a special move, or another dance, or a different
 acrobatic thing at high level?"
Bryan Hit says, "i have been lucky to get some swordfish lately"
Arielle Drummond says, "Maybe jobs or something given for higher level people.  Like
 the mysteries."
Brannigan McGrade says, "me too"
Brannigan McGrade pouts.
Elise Evans grins at Matt Browne.
Siri Macallan wrinkles her nose.
Elise Evans says, "Not just combat though."
Jon Garfield says, "I like Katt's ideas, like lower-level perps cowering from you or
 something"
Elise Evans says, "Other stuff too."
Nina Perrson says, "or! when you get a 50th level home, new room, etc. you can paint
 stuff there instead of just the studio! not that i'm obsessed or anything."
Shonna McCarver says, "I loved Katt's idea too"
Miranda Myles says, "Katt had good ideas too"
Ivy Malone begins laughing at Nina Perrson!
Brannigan McGrade nods to Nina Perrson.
Brannigan McGrade says, "good idea"
Bryan Hit says, "i think it could be cool if the brawlers looked at higher level
 players, screamed and hid"
Bryan Hit grins.
Ivy Malone grins.
Ivy Malone says, "that would be funny"
Elise Evans says, "Except then you can't help out lower people easily"
Matt Browne asks, "that can't be done already? i know you can turn a room into a combat
 zone, why not also a painting zone?"
Shonna McCarver says, "They could be so scared they just give us money and run away"
Yuri Kyota says, "it would also cut down in higher level people mowing down perps for
 cash"
Miranda Myles says, "Me too just so they wouldn't bother engaging me while I walk
 through"
Yuri Kyota hums a tune softly.
Ivy Malone grins at Shonna McCarver.
Siri Macallan says, "Nice try, Shonna."
Jon Garfield says, "It'd be funny if it worked the other way too and guerillas put
 their hand on level 20 people's foreheads while they stood there swinging wildly and
 the guerillas looked bored"
Miranda Myles exclaims, "It's like shaking of bugs ... go a way!"
Elise Evans begins chuckling at Jon Garfield.
Amanda Jackson says, "or give us month early sneak previews to upcoming skills like
 scuba or pilfering"
Yuri Kyota giggles at Jon Garfield.
Matt Browne snickers at Jon Garfield.
Lisa Stone giggles.
Matt Browne nods to Amanda Jackson.
Matt Browne nods to Amanda Jackson.
Brannigan McGrade begins laughing at Jon Garfield!
Yuri Kyota says, "that would be funny"
Ivy Malone begins laughing at Jon Garfield!
Ivy Malone nods.
Siri Macallan says, "Aw, that's what Hosts are for."
Ivy Malone says, "it would"
Siri Macallan says, "They get to preview all the good stuff."
Bryan Hit says, "i still want to see there be some  adjusting of the skills and how
 easily they are attained"
Nina Perrson says, "and premium people! yeah i know i know, that's another forum"
Matt Browne asks, "including more severe deaths? can i pay to watch that showing?"
Matt Browne whistles a cheerful tune.
Jon Garfield pokes Matt Browne in the ribs.
Miranda Myles glances at Matt Browne.
Bryan Hit says, "yer a sick sick man, Browne"
Severin Blaser grins.
Bryan Hit grins at Matt Browne.
Siri Macallan asks, "If we have more severe deaths, then advanced levels can pick out
 the color of their bandages?"
Miranda Myles says, "You're sick."
Siri Macallan ducks her head.
Jon Garfield says, "Don't tempt Siri, she already threatened us with random perma-death
 once"
Jon Garfield shudders.
Shonna McCarver says, "what about like high level raffles to design a tent at summer
 sale or something"
Ivy Malone laughs!
Amanda Jackson says, "ooh good idea"
Amanda Jackson nods to Shonna McCarver.
Matt Browne says, "i bet that shut everyone up"
Nina Perrson says, "ooh good idea"
Simone Russell grins.
Ivy Malone nods to Shonna McCarver.
Amanda Jackson giggles at Nina Perrson.
Bryan Hit says, "no perma death"
Morgan LeFox gasps aloud.
Nina Perrson stares at Amanda Jackson.
Ivy Malone says, "thats a good one"
Siri Macallan says, "No one was very fond of the idea but me."
Siri Macallan sighs.
Ivy Malone says, "unless you have bad taste"
Ivy Malone gets a distant look on her face as she ponders.
Bryan Hit says, "then this place would really echo"
Jon Garfield says, "then Trevor put it in the news as an April Fools' joke"
Jon Garfield grumbles about something.
Matt Browne says, "i'm sure Trevor would like that one"
Shonna McCarver says, "that didn't stop whoever did that tacky tent"
Siri Macallan grins at Jon Garfield.
Amanda Jackson says, "yeah higher level tents could have better items like at the new
 years auction"
Siri Macallan says, "I loved that."
Miranda Myles says, "That was pure evil."
Matt Browne asks, "just don't have a comet streak across the sky, k?"
Miranda Myles glances at Siri Macallan.
Brannigan McGrade smiles.
Ivy Malone says, "true.."
Ivy Malone gets a distant look on her face as she ponders.
Jon Garfield asks, "could the fireworks displays get fancier with each 50 levels?"
Shonna McCarver says, "we could buy stars at the aerospace center"
Shonna McCarver drools.
Yuri Kyota asks, "how about curb side bar service for those over 100?"
Ivy Malone laughs!
Miranda Myles reaches over and gives Shonna McCarver a triumphant high five.
Yuri Kyota hums a tune softly.
Nina Perrson beams happily at Shonna McCarver.
Siri Macallan begins laughing at Yuri Kyota!
Elise Evans says, "Home delivered booze."
Yuri Kyota grins.
Ivy Malone says, "curb side snowcone service"
Severin Blaser grins.
Jon Garfield says, "I like the idea of a street or something once you hit 200, since
 that's the end"
Ivy Malone falls backwards from her seat and passes out!
Jon Garfield says, "named after you, that is"
Amanda Jackson says, "Farrelll Boulevard"
Jon Garfield babbles incoherently.
Shonna McCarver says, "Or a bronze bust"
Jon Garfield nods to Amanda Jackson.
Miranda Myles says, "Jon, what would you name yours"
Shonna McCarver says, "and they can sell them at a home furnishing store"
Jon Garfield looks at Miranda Myles and shrugs his shoulders.
Elise Evans says, "A wall of honour with plaques?  I still really like how my initials
 are in the concrete over near the Carib Moon"
Jon Garfield says, "though if my name was Rocky, I'd obviously go with Rocky Road"
Matt Browne groans at Jon Garfield.
Miranda Myles laughs!
Elise Evans grins at Jon Garfield.
Ivy Malone groans at Jon Garfield.
Jon Garfield says, "You asked"
Jon Garfield shrugs.
Bryan Hit offers a quick rimshot and cymbal crash.
Dylan Perry says, "I had a good street corner name but we need a tourist named Runn"
Dylan Perry points at Bryan Hit.
Dylan Perry grins.
Jon Garfield gets a distant look on his face as he ponders.
Dexter Riley nods to Morgan LeFox.
Siri Macallan gets a distant look on her face as she ponders.
Miranda Myles says, "Perry Path and Miranda Miles  ... no no no no"
Dylan Perry says, "Hit and Runn"
Bryan Hit says, "that one was a fly by Dylan"
Bryan Hit grins.
Dylan Perry ducks his head.
Siri Macallan asks, "Shall I tell you what I envision for levels?"
Jon Garfield says, "I got it"
Courtney Chisolm asks, "Does that mean I can get Chisolm Trail?"
Amanda Jackson nods to Siri Macallan.
Severin Blaser nods to Siri Macallan.
Jon Garfield nods to Siri Macallan.
Yuri Kyota smiles at Siri Macallan.
Bryan Hit says, "for me, i would just like to have Dude Avenue"
Bryan Hit grins.
Morgan LeFox nods to Siri Macallan.
Ivy Malone says, "ok everyone nod and get it outa the way"
Ivy Malone chuckles.
Siri Macallan says, "What I want to see are what I call co-ops (or unions). Where once
 you are at a certain level, and have acquired a certain level of skills you can 
 join."
Bryan Hit asks, "like a skill based guild?"
Ivy Malone says, "ooh"
Bryan peers quizzically at Siri.
Ivy Malone says, "a guild"
Arielle Drummond says, "I like that."
Siri Macallan says, "Once you have joined, you enjoy the benefits of that union...
 special shops, special skill usages, etc."
Brannigan McGrade giggles.
Severin Blaser nods.
Matt Browne says, "i'm all for that"
Ivy Malone says, "shopping.."
Ivy Malone lets out a deep sigh of contentment that seems to come from the depth of her
 soul.
Bryan Hit says, "might be cool"
Siri Macallan says, "And at different levels, you get different benefits within that
 union."
Yuri Kyota smiles.
Courtney Chisolm asks, "Would you be limited to one choice, or could you belong to
 several?"
Siri Macallan says, "You'd belong to one."
Courtney Chisolm nods.
Courtney Chisolm smiles.
Miranda Myles asks, "No leaving?"
Ivy Malone asks, "could you switch?"
Matt Browne asks, "do they offer worker's compensation?"
Arielle Drummond asks, "And how high would the skill and level have to be?"
Siri Macallan says, "You could leave, but you'd probably have a two month downtime."
Ivy Malone giggles at Matt Browne.
Siri Macallan looks at Arielle Drummond and shrugs her shoulders.
Yuri Kyota asks, "medical insuarance?"
Ivy Malone nods.
Yuri Kyota hums a tune softly.
Siri Macallan says, "Beats me."
Ivy Malone grins at Yuri Kyota.
Arielle Drummond grins.
Siri Macallan says, "I'd say at least 20th to get in."
Siri Macallan says, "At least."
Ivy Malone exclaims, "20 dollar co-pay and the insurance company pays the hospital the
 order 1200!"
Jon Garfield asks, "Would that end up being similar to the old profession system where
 we started having para abilities just for para investigators, and the wound healing
 was just gonna be for coroners, etc.?"
Severin Blaser asks, "Different levels of benefits within each co-op, based on your
 own?"
Siri Macallan says, "And have a certain skill set for each union."
Bryan Hit asks, "guilds would be according to skills, professions, levels...?"
Siri Macallan says, "Sort of, Jon, but then they would be skills or uses in addition to
 what we have now."
Matt Browne says, "maybe being a member of a union offering hidden bonuses to skills"
Siri Macallan says, "So it wouldn't be that only para guild people could use para
 skills."
Jon Garfield nods.
Dexter Riley raises his hand.
Arielle Drummond says, "And you'd still be free to raise the skills you wanted at the
 rate you wanted."
Siri Macallan asks, "Dexter?"
Siri Macallan nods to Arielle Drummond.
Jon Garfield says, "right, just an analogy for people who've been here long enough to
 know what I'm talking about"
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Dexter Riley says, "I had to run off earlier, but I was wondering what all was
 discussed upon my whole idea of gaining skills to distribute at each level"
Nina Perrson says, "special analogies from jon could be a level bonus"
Matt Browne says, "like some shadowy guild's members are better at prowling and a few
 other things"
Dexter Riley nods to Courtney Chisolm.
Jon Garfield begins chuckling at Nina Perrson.
Severin Blaser whistles a cheerful tune.
Matt Browne says, "but Sev must be banned from that one"
Severin Blaser sighs.
Shonna McCarver says, "Or he could hold comedy hour for level 90 and above"
Ivy Malone cowers away from Shonna McCarver!
Severin Blaser asks, "Couldn't just sneak in?"
Siri Macallan says, "We hadn't persued that idea any farther, Dexter."
Dexter Riley nods to Siri Macallan.
Siri Macallan says, "Others offered their suggestions about various things."
Jon Garfield asks, "Wouldn't that be more like 90 and up got to avoid it and wouldn't
 have to be subjected to it?"
Jon Garfield raises an eyebrow at Shonna McCarver.
Siri Macallan says, "So anyway, that's my dream for levels."
Dylan Perry leans on Courtney Chisolm.
Elise Evans grins.
Amanda Jackson exclaims, "and members of the culinary guild could maybe use Coral's
 kitchen and cook things!"
Shonna McCarver says, "That's an even better reward"
Ivy Malone says, "that sounds better, Jon.."
Dexter Riley says, "Well, Siri, I like your dream for it"
Bryan Hit says, "i like that idea for the guilds"
Ivy Malone nods to Bryan Hit.
Matt Browne says, "or those 90 and up can throw fruit at comedy hour"
Ivy Malone says, "Guilds sound good"
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Bryan Hit says, "that would be the incentive idea i was talking about"
Lisa Stone giggles.
Shonna McCarver says, "We can throw fruit now"
Ivy Malone says, "perhaps you even get a little patch to wear"
Ivy Malone says, "to show your alliance"
Nina Perrson pulls a string on a Lola Babaloo doll, and the Lola Babaloo doll tosses a
 papaya into the air, which squashes on Lexi Hargrove.
Nina Perrson coughs.
Amanda Jackson laughs!
Matt Browne does a half-gainer to the floor, rolling about and laughing insanely.
Jon Garfield asks, "Is Swedish Chef a profession under culinary?"
Lexi Hargrove stares at Nina Perrson.
Yuri Kyota whispers to Ivy, "tattoo's are funner'.
Siri Macallan looks over at Nina Perrson and shakes her head.
Ivy Malone looks over at Yuri Kyota and shakes her head.
Ivy Malone says, "One that I can't remove is enough"
Katt Blade says, "every 50 levels you can have one tattoo removed"
Nina Perrson scoffs at Katt Blade!
Ivy Malone reaches over and gives Katt Blade a triumphant high five.
Siri Macallan asks, "Any other level reward stuff that people want to toss at me in the
 last few minutes?"
Morgan LeFox says, ""I'd like to see mysteries/events for higher level players, like
 say, an 'ad" that read "Wanted for dangerous assignment: Skilled Detective, and/or
 Criminologist, or Tracker, etc. Level and developed skills. maybe even a team type of
 thing. I apologize if someone said this already."
Miranda Myles asks, "One thing.  Clans of us take out each other or just perps?"
Siri Macallan says, "That's a good one, Morgan."
Ivy Malone says, "that sounds good Morgan"
Yuri Kyota says, "limo service for an evening"
Bryan Hit says, "cool idea"
Brannigan McGrade says, "I would like more cooking and craftsy stuff"
Brannigan McGrade gets a distant look on her face as she ponders.
Bryan Hit nods to Morgan LeFox.
Siri squints at Miranda.
Ivy Malone says, "I'd like an express train from the pub to marauders"
Ivy Malone whistles a cheerful tune.
Matt Browne asks, "you mean like ghent and cmpd?"
Siri Macallan asks, "Were you thinking of organizing gang warfare?"
Miranda Myles says, "I might not 'understand' the clan idea."
Bryan Hit says, "geez, we already have enough of that as it is"
Morgan LeFox agrees with Bryan Hit.
Miranda Myles nods to Bryan Hit.
Jason Calihan says, "CvC is the last thing we need."
Matt Browne says, "we have cvc"
Yuri Kyota says, "pub car on the express"
Severin Blaser nods.
Siri Macallan says, "I wasn't suggesting clans, more like unions or co-opts.  So if
 you're an artist, you can join the artists co-op."
Bryan Hit says, "don't get me started on CvC . i got some serious issues with it as we
 have it right now"
Ivy Malone asks, "Can't we all just get a along?"
Ivy Malone grins.
Jason Calihan says, "Not as bad as other places have it Matt."
Jason Calihan says, "If you know what I mean."
Jon Garfield says, "I gave Trevor a suggestion a long time ago, but I'm not sure what
 appeal it would have now. This was back before all the profession titles, when we just
 had the ones every 20 levels, and they were looking to expand it to enough titles for
 200 levels for after reallocation (like I said, a long time ago). Anyway, the
 suggestion was once people hit a certain level, possibly even all the way up to 200,
 you could make a personalized title, within limits of course, and if you abused it,
 it'd be taken away, but otherwise it'd be a way to express yourself with a title
 that's not normally available. I got the idea from Trevor giving himself the
 profession "Troublemaker Supreme""
Morgan LeFox agrees with Jason Calihan.
Siri Macallan says, "If you're scientist type, you join the scientist guild."
Miranda Myles says, "ohhh okay, so nothing combat related."
Jon Garfield says, "sorry, that was longer than I thought it would be"
Siri Macallan says, "No, this is aside from combat stuff."
Katt Blade gives a big thumbs up!
Matt Browne says, "think of it as a worker's union, Mir"
Miranda Myles says, "Got it now, Brownie."
Siri Macallan says, "That's a good idea, Jon."
Bryan Hit says, "Musician's Union was something i threw around a while back, but thre
 didn;t seem to be a ton of interest"
Jon Garfield says, "Thanks Siri"
Matt Browne says, "yeah, the whole idea about having something personalized is a great
 one"
Matt Browne says, "in general"
Severin Blaser nods.
Ivy Malone agrees with Matt Browne.
Siri Macallan glances around.
Yuri Kyota asks, "guilds are kwel, how about alowing people a 100 and 200 join
 second/third guild?"
Severin Blaser raises his hand.
Morgan LeFox agrees with Yuri Kyota.
Shonna McCarver says, "I like that"
Shonna McCarver ducks her head.
Siri Macallan says, "Maybe, but the other thing I want to see happen with the co-ops is
 something we don't have a lot of ..."
Bryan Hit asks, "but what would the guilds be named like? according to professions?"
Matt Browne asks, "what's that?"
Siri Macallan says, "And that's solidarity within an establishement."
Jason Calihan says, "I think if we're going to have guilds, we should have some sort of
 fancy identifying marker, sort of like a coat of arms embroidered on a hat."
Arielle Drummond nods.
Siri Macallan says, "A sense of belonging."
Ivy Malone raises an eyebrow in Siri Macallan's direction.
Ivy Malone nods.
Yuri Kyota asks, "trading on each others skills?"
Yuri Kyota hums a tune softly.
Siri Macallan says, "Well, that too."
Matt Browne asks, "you mean a sense of society within the guilds?"
Arielle Drummond says, "To make up for the lack of clubs here."
Siri Macallan nods to Matt Browne.
Siri Macallan says, "Player clubs never got off the ground."
Yuri Kyota asks, "would guilds have elected officers?"
Ivy Malone wrinkles her nose at Yuri Kyota.
Matt Browne says, "yeah that's true, if there were 10 guilds there wouldn't be much
 happening"
Ivy Malone says, "that would just cause political drama"
Ivy Malone gets a distant look on her face as she ponders.
Siri Macallan says, "Maybe.  I don't know  yet.  Elected officers have a tendency to go
 awry."
Ivy Malone nods to Siri Macallan.
Jason Calihan says, "Because the player clubs that were trying to be created were
 trying to start on the grounds which already existed."
Amanda Jackson exclaims, "Ooh remember the CMC boat?! Bring it back for high level
 people!"
Shonna McCarver says, "You just want the vibrating bed"
Brannigan McGrade asks, "whats the CMC boat?"
Bryan Hit chuckles.
Jon Garfield chuckles.
Ivy Malone laughs!
Arielle Drummond says, "But they weren't organized around anything.  A guild would at
 least have a common reason for people to get together."
Yuri Kyota asks, "you'd have a way to show who's top in the guild skills list?"
Mimi Marquez says, "i remember that thing"
Amanda Jackson says, "I only went on it once and stayed in the pool"
Amanda Jackson sobs.
Siri Macallan nods to Arielle Drummond.
Matt Browne says, "you just volunteered to scrape all the barnacles off the hull first"
Bryan Hit says, "i just wished the gym in it would have worked"
Siri Macallan says, "That was before we had a need for fitness."
Bryan Hit says, "in fact, i wish we had a gym that worked"
Lauren Beth says, "that actor's club worked well."
Lauren Beth coughs.
Nina Perrson begins laughing at Lauren Beth!
Nina Perrson coughs.
Lauren Beth snickers.
Reese Broselle says, "That's next on my list after the event this coming up weekend."
Matt Browne exclaims, "whoohoo!"
Bryan Hit asks, "event?"
Ivy Malone nods to Bryan Hit.
Nina Perrson exclaims, "read the flyers man!"
Bryan Hit says, "okay, now i know i've missed something"
Ivy Malone pats Bryan on the back.
Brannigan McGrade smiles.
Ivy Malone says, "There are flyers up"
Miranda Myles says, "Colonial Park."
Bryan Hit says, "geez, a flyer? ya gottta staple the dang thing to my forehead if yer
 gonna do that"
Siri Macallan says, "Okay ... I think our time is up.  If you have any great ideas, you
 can always email them to me or put them on the slick new BBS."
Matt Browne asks, "then how would you read it?"
Lisa Stone says, "thanks for the forum Siri"
Siri Macallan says, "Thanks for coming, and for sharing your ideas."
Bryan Hit says, "very carefully"
Nina Perrson says, "thanks siri. it's always nice to see your fawn pants."
Siri Macallan says, "I really appreciate it."
Morgan LeFox says, "Yes, thank you"
Siri Macallan removes her green 'BRAT!' stamp-ring and stamps a glittery green 'BRAT!'
 stamp on Nina Perrson's forehead.
Simone Russell smiles.
Shonna McCarver says, "They look nicer than ever."
Jon Garfield says, "darn, I just got another idea"
Bryan Hit says, "thanks Siri"
Shonna McCarver asks, "Did you get a bun and thigh rocker?"
Amanda Jackson exclaims, "Thank you Siri!!"
Matt Browne says, "wish i could have come earlier, but it sounds like this was very
 successful"
Nina Perrson says, "hey, at least it's not red anymore"
Miranda Myles says, "Too bad, red was pretty"
Siri Macallan exclaims, "Take care everyone!"
Siri Macallan slips quietly into the shadows.