EDIT: And then I realized I don't like MMORPGs much, and also most of the clan can't run the game on their rigs. :/

Hey guys, Ghidorah 'ere.
I've been thinking about something we could do that would take a step away from the normal stuff we do. And then it came to me. A few of us could very reasonably play a succession type game of Dwarf Fortress. I think it could be kind of fun. If at least a few people agree with me, a small number of us could try to play this.

If this sounds interesting to you, leave a comment.

If you're confused as all hell get out, continue reading as I explain the basic concepts of Dwarf Fortress, so you can decide what you want.

Basically, Dwarf fortress is a game, where you control a few dwarves out and about to make a new home for themselves. This can be anything from some lonely logging camp, all the way up to the new capital of Dwarven Civilization. Throughout the game, you may never be assaulted by anything, living a completely peaceful life (lol not even) without dealing with hostile mobs, to sobbing uncontrollably as your team of dwarves is brutally murdered by elephants, giant sponges, carp, and god knows what else.

The basic game is done entirely by ANSII art. Aka the everything is made up of characters from the keyboard. Needless to say, I say screw that and download a texture pack because pretty.

If you're interested in playing with the rest of the clan, but haven't played yet, download the game and the lazy newb pack to make your life easy, and try to learn the game. It's not easy. It has a learning cliff, not a curve. My guess is that we'll try to just run the game with the lazy newb pack the first time, as that should make those who have no idea what they're doing, up to the people like me who only have a reasonable understanding of what is going on, able to play fairly well.

If you want to see what a game like this plays as, read everyone's favorite tale, boatmurded. We'll probably run the same rules as that game did, or something. http://lparchive.org/Dwarf-Fortress-Boatmurdered/Update%201-1/

Generally speaking, it's better when you try to roleplay as the leader a little, and discuss what happens during your reign. If you don't, it makes for a pretty meh-tier reign.

Good evening my fine friends!
Eagle and I have finished the first chapter of our work, accessible by the link at the bottom of this announcement. Suggestions and criticism are welcome, as long as you are polite. More will be on the way in the near future (hopefully), so keep your eyes open!

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Araedi Skirvir Raiders is the new name for games outside of GoIO.

Internet Fox VS Luharis for their respective honor! Battle-hardned mercenary with a love for his senpai, and the treasurer who's a whiz at spreadsheets! Truely, no better match has existed since those 2 new-born babies slapped at eachother in the hospital! A 1v1 deathmatch, time is up to Fox and Luharis. When a time is set, if either is unable to be there, the other one is declared the winner. So: Fox and Luharis, pick a time!