Point in Clans?

**RTW King** · 08-21-2005, 18:49

I'll be new to multiplayer soon if I can get it to work on my computer (help with this on other thread in this section). I was having a look at clans, and they all talk about alliances and wars etc. I thought RTW MP was random people playing random matches against each other. If thats right, whats the point in clans?

**Grey_Fox** · 08-21-2005, 18:52

You can choose what games you want to join. You can also chat to people before you join a game.

**Sjakihata** · 08-21-2005, 18:53

The point in clan, basically, is to eliminate the randomness, and team up with a bunch of guys that more or less share the same ideals (can be both game wise and other ideals). Then you can start doing competitions, practice on teamwork, tactics and strategies - but best of all, is that there's always a good friend with whom to play or chat.

All the alliances/wars bit is a bit hyped imo, and not necessary. Clan wars can go FUBAR and everyone get's hurt.

Anyway, I suggest you figure out how much time you'll be willing to spend playing this game. And if you want to commit yourself. If you want to play a lot and want to commit yourself to a greater enterprise - you are ready for clan shopping.

Good luck

**Lord Preston** · 08-21-2005, 18:59

well under your analysis there is no point in clans for any game?

There is not just 1v1 matches, there are team games which are highly enjoyable BUT there is a obvious and clear skill level difference between random players and clan teams.

clans will play together, learning how each other plays (Vandal Horde even uses comms to aid in communication and teamwork) so to get the best team battles clan battles are normally best.

with randoms you never know what you will get, hence randoms. you could get 2 opponents who setup no where near each other and are set for two 1v1 battles..... why dont they just do a 1v1 instead?!?!

**Grey_Fox** · 08-21-2005, 19:03

Originally Posted by Lord Preston

Vandal Horde even uses comms to aid in communication and teamwork

Most clans do nowadays.

**Lord Preston** · 08-21-2005, 19:13

Originally Posted by Grey_Fox

Most clans do nowadays.

maybe, but judging by the amount of in game chatter by clans to there own members i think "some" would be a better description.

**Taurus** · 08-21-2005, 20:26

The point in clans as has already been said is indeed the ability to be in constant contact within a small (or sometimes large) community of players. You get to meet new friends and imo playing as a team on a regular basis is much more fun. Also as Preston said you get to learn new tactics from one another etc.

Overall, clans are a great way to go.

**Lord Preston** · 08-21-2005, 23:13

as far as allies go its more of a friendship between clans.

VH and LH spam each other forums all the time, chatting about random things and play not only rome with/against each other but other games such as BF2

clans are a good way to find friendly like minded people.