KOTF OOC Thread

[Braden]

Yay! Zim will be back..

...STEAM are selling M2:TW off I believe quite cheap at the moment.

[DrFitzgerald]

Hello there. I've been eagerly following this game for some time now but despairing as I've had to wait for some modifications to finish on my computer so I can play Kingdoms. I followed the game and became familiar with the rules and now that I have Kingdoms I wish to sign up.

I've installed the Lands to Conquer and KotF modifications and they work perfectly. I've also checked out the most recent save and it works fine so I think I'm all set to go. The oldest child in the Royal Family won't come of age for a few years so I guess I'll have to take a RBG? If so will I be able to choose before the next Council session? Looking forward to join this game.

[Braden]

Things appear to be slowing down for the Yule break period it seems, not sure if we’ll call a formal break on the game during that time however…up to the Games Masters.

I’ll always welcome more players though! So, welcome indeed!

[Ituralde]

New players are always welcome, although as mentioned the Holidays are taking their toll on activity right now.

But with a Council Session about to come maybe it is not too late yet to have Ramses spawn some new RGBs. *Hint* *Hint*

[DrFitzgerald]

Ah, good thing. I believe if Ramses can spawn a few RBG's this turn then they would be ready to choose before the Council session, which would be cool.

[Zim]

Welcome DrFitzgerald. As mentioned things may have slow a bit over the net couple weeks, but sometimes that can be the best time to join a game like this, giving more time to settle in.

[DrFitzgerald]

Thanks Zim.

I've played PBMs before, but only as specific factions so this is a totally new concept. Hopefully though, as you say, the lull in proceedings might actually be a benefit for me.

[DrFitzgerald]

Sorry to double post, but I'm not allowed to edit.

Unfortunately my Kingdoms disk broke so I'm not going to be able to play until I get another one which will probably be after the New Year. :(

[Braden]

Bummer! (wondering if a downloaded version will be cheaper from STEAM?...has a look...oh yeah, £4.99...it is)

[DrFitzgerald]

I hear people have problems installing mods using Steam and especially using Vista, so I'm not overly-convinced if I should buy through them. I'm sure I could pick up a decently cheap disk copy somewhere.

[Cecil XIX]

Guys, I'm sorry to say that I've determined I am no longer able to play KotF.

With apologies to those who have been affected by my lack of participation recently, I've decided it's best that I take a break from our PBEMs, something I don't think I every really did. (Though admittedly, I would have in KotR if it had gone on any longer)

I'm not sure why, but I don't think I've ever really enjoyed myself in these games to the extent I did back during the Cataclysm in KotR. I'm not quite sure of the reason, but I'm hoping if I take a break then after a while inspiration will strike and I'll rejoin invigorated. As for Raymond, do whatever is best for the game.

Also, I intend to keep at it as librarian. That is a much more straightforward task than having an avatar, and now that I don't have to worry about Raymond I think I will have a much easier time keeping the Library updated.

Of course this means I intend to keep following KotF, so don't think you guys can lay of the shenanigans just because I'm not actively participating.

[econ21]

I'm sorry to see you stop playing Cecil, but understand and am glad you will maintain the library.

Welcome, DrFitzgerald!

[Braden]

Oh no!

Is it me or does it seem that since I kicked up that IC "issue" with the adoption/Duchy lands; people have been dropping out left-right-and-centre

..have I jinxed the PBeM?

DrFitzgerald - can't say, not even sure about Vista compatability. Only used STEAM for Empire as you have to...don't like using it but noticed Kingdoms was cheap. Fleabay should have cheap copies of Kingdoms though!

[Northnovas]

I would recommend buying the disk. Actually you can't combine disc and Steam. It was actually cheaper buying MTW2 with Kingdoms on disc then trying to buy Kingdoms on its own. I am using Vista and it is easier and cleaner having a disc install and then adding mods rather then a online download and use.

[DrFitzgerald]

Thanks, Northnovas. I will just buy the disk after Christmas then.

[econ21]

Just to report that my computer no longer recognises my disk drive and despite trying almost a dozen different things, I can't fix the problem. Consequently, Hermant won't be able to fight any battles and I won't be able to download any saves. He's moving to the "Upper House" in Will of the Senate terms until further notice.

[AussieGiant]

Hi there all,

So I've made it to the end of the year and the last 3 months have been spotty at best here in the game.

I am not going to be able to do a better job next year. So I'd like to declare my retirement from KotF.

Apologies to you all, Alain can be handled in any way that makes sense and works for the story as it has been written so far.

I'll still be reading when I can and look forward to joining in when time is not in such short supply.

Cheers to you all.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

AG

[Ibn-Khaldun]

I have a question: Who still plays KotF?

I'm running my game in the Gameroom and it takes large portion from my free time but I still consider myself part of KotF.

[Ferret]

Not many it seems

I'm still here though

[Braden]

Oh we're still here! I pop in every day to check if the save is back in flow.

I'm assuming we've stopped now for the festive break however but I'm ready to take a save file whenever the Seneschal puts it back into play.

Can no longer access these forums from work...blocked again...but every night, i'm here periodically to check for progress.

[Braden]

Just to report that my computer no longer recognises my disk drive and despite trying almost a dozen different things, I can't fix the problem. Consequently, Hermant won't be able to fight any battles and I won't be able to download any saves. He's moving to the "Upper House" in Will of the Senate terms until further notice.

Time for that $30 250gb SATA HDD you promised yourself then huh?

[Zim]

I'm still in. Just pmed Ramses. While the turn probably wouldn't advance again until after the holidays I'm checking with him about moving at least to the next one to take care of a few things (like recruiting rgbs for DrFitzgerald).

I think a couple people are out completely for the holidays. We can do another roll call after New Years to get a cleaer picture of who is still in.

[Ibn-Khaldun]

Well, I'm not going anywhere. Charles isn't even a Duke yet!

[Braden]

I'm still in. Just pmed Ramses. While the turn probably wouldn't advance again until after the holidays I'm checking with him about moving at least to the next one to take care of a few things (like recruiting rgbs for DrFitzgerald).

I think a couple people are out completely for the holidays. We can do another roll call after New Years to get a cleaer picture of who is still in.

Works for me..I'm hear but will be distracted until after Christmas, not so much New Years (just drunk for that).

[Northnovas]

I guess I will be the first to everyone Merry Christmas and all the best in 2010!

[GeneralHankerchief]

Yes, Merry Christmas to all, and I am still around.

[Braden]

Happy Yuletide to all!! And best wishes for the New Year.

[Cultured Drizzt fan]

merry Christmas! I am also here.

[Ibn-Khaldun]

Häid Jõule!

[KnightnDay]

Happy Holidays everyone.