I think the quote from steven will need to be re-evaluated since the steamdeck has really taken off
#questions
slender void
dark jungle
wiki will be updated if steven changes his plans
barren kettle
fresh urchin
I think the quote from steven will need to be re-evaluated since the steamdeck h...
AoC isn't being released on steam
desert ivy
Afaik the Steam Deck can run non-steam games too
fresh urchin
Afaik the Steam Deck can run non-steam games too
he was talking about some kind of steam seamless support for linux
spiral pine
ye it hasnt been announced yet
arctic sky
It's normally the last Friday of the month and there are two Fridays left
eager marsh
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deep heath
Is there are any plans to use latest AI platform Integrations like chat GPT, fantasyAI or midjourney to provide more lively and vivid NPC experience?
desert ivy
This is the only thing Steven has said about AI publicly
deep heath
Well it's understandable that we should always use the creativity for backstories lore and characters. But I think a language model will be much more entertaining with NPC interactions
There was a POC done for it and it's promising except the little delay on public access. Might work better in future with good hardware
red wolf
Has the topic of the next stream been revealed?
desert ivy
They'll be showing a glimpse of the Tower of Carphin dungeon, but not doing a deep dive
tired vector
I realize the answer to this question is most likely no, but will there be controller support?
ancient egret
I realize the answer to this question is most likely no, but will there be contr...
says all we know about the topic
half zealot
do we have infos about the next monthly stream?
ancient egret
do we have infos about the next monthly stream?
look up like 3 posts
tired vector
Ah ok thank you
halcyon roost
Is the release schedule on the official site up to date? is there any approx date the game will enter Beta phases?
worn wagon
Is the release schedule on the official site up to date? is there any approx da...
Yes, it is. There aren't any announced dates for beta or release right now 
covert mulch
will gear be character bound ?
desert ivy
Almost everything in Ashes with the exception of some quest items is planned to be tradeable
So mostly no
empty mortar
Cite your sources
covert mulch
i mean can i make a crafter and make gear , put it into the bank and use it on another character
desert ivy
i mean can i make a crafter and make gear , put it into the bank and use it on a...
Yes
covert mulch
thank you
tender hearthBOT
tranquil willow
There's your source, have fun
empty mortar
Specifically this
Sharing gear with alts
There will be a "comfortable" number of character slots available for alts.[178][179]
Progression pathways in Ashes of Creation are per-character.[180]
Gear will be able to be transferred between characters.[181][182]
Transfer of resources and materials to alts will only be possible via player housing storage, which is localized to a particular house.[181]
Cosmetics can be reassigned to characters within an account, with a potential cooldown period.[183][184][185]
Alts within a single account may have different professions.[186]
spiral pine
You don't have to quote the wiki for him
empty mortar
no need to get so hostile I'm just highlighting the part that answers his question
last osprey
do we have any clue about March's stream?
desert ivy
They'll be showing a glimpse of the Tower of Carphin dungeon, but not doing a deep dive
last osprey
thanks mate
digital sonnet
do we have any clue about March's stream?
We had a teaser for the March livestream at the end of the February livestream. You can see the teaser here (timestamp in link): https://youtu.be/3FxHjg0YgiM?t=5615
wind saffron
Is the next live stream expected to be this weekend?
sweet trail
When it comes to the marketplace. Will it be possible to place purchase orders on hard or inconvenient to acquire resources with a reward that another player posing as a merchant can collect and deliver to you? I like the idea that a quest for a resource I propose in the marketplace starts some epic journey for another player on the other side of the map to get it to me haha
desert ivy
Last we heard players might be able to make job requests at the Node bulletin boards
tender hearthBOT
desert ivy
Enable posting of jobs.[2]
Job types include.[2]
Gathering
clear quartz
When it comes to the marketplace. Will it be possible to place purchase orders o...
Cool ide. I like it!
abstract silo
just wondering if i buy the game now is there a version that is currently play today?
or in the near future?
ancient egret
just wondering if i buy the game now is there a version that is currently play t...
no
elfin pond
Do we know in advance The character limit on Guild names?
tender hearthBOT
dark jungle
Do we know in advance The character limit on Guild names?
Answer in that article ^
soft tulip
Because the update were kinda slow( yes, for me a month is slow) I kinda give up following this game for like half year, do we know a date for alpha 2 ?
mighty gyro
Did you just reply to a bot
dense pike
since this stream is in April are we still getting an April update or is it going to get perpetually pushed back each time
civic obsidian
The stream is march 31 like every other stream on the last friday of the month. Not sure what u are trying to say
Sure if u live in a timezone way ahead its april 1 but thats all
digital sonnet
since this stream is in April are we still getting an April update or is it goin...
The next livestream is our "March Development Update." It doesn't replace the April update.
It's Friday, March 31 for us (even if it's April 1 for people in other places in the world). We generally do our monthly updates on whatever the last Friday of the month is for us.
dense pike
i see yeah, it was saying April 1 for me, so wanted to know if it was like a joint version or separate
arctic sky
@dense pike if the text is highlighted it means the date and time is localized for you
dense pike
4 am oh boy aha
covert mulch
Imagine he made the stream April 1st and gave us an alpha date ๐๐
elfin cairn
anyone know when we are getting a date for Alpha 2?
desert ivy
There are no dates, timelines, or roadmaps
pastel thunder
So, when are we getting a recruitment channel for guilds in this discord?
desert ivy
pastel thunder
Oh shit, I thought I clicked it already. Ty mate!
opaque wyvern
does the game have a limited actionbar like eso where you can only have 10 or so abilities or does it have a large hotbar like wow, ffxiv or swtor? I prefer large hotbars
tender hearthBOT
opaque wyvern
also is pvp always on or does it have battle zones?
desert ivy
It's complicated. But the tl;dr is it's always on with an anti-grief system that punishes people for killing people that aren't flagged up
tender hearthBOT
opaque wyvern
It's complicated. But the tl;dr is it's always on with an anti-grief system that...
ahhh okay thanks!
will there be pve stuff like dungeons and raids and so fourth?
desert ivy
Yes, but the dungeons and raids in Ashes are approximately 80% open-world to 20% instanced. The instanced ones are focused on telling a story or delivering a narrative experience
PvE and PvP in Ashes are mostly intertwined.
opaque wyvern
that sounds awesome!
desert ivy
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lucid locust
can we use our Bkeys yet to play the game
grim breach
No
faint skiff
Does Corruption have a timer like will it wear off after a set time?
lucid locust
is there any information about how long the alpha 2 will last?
this is starting to feel like star citizen ๐ฆ
grim breach
Does Corruption have a timer like will it wear off after a set time?
Corruption cannot wear off on its own. It can only be removed by gaining EXP (small reduction) or by dying (significant reduction).
There's also PK count. The higher your PK count, the higher the Corruption score you will receive when killing the next non-combatant. This can be reduced by going some sort of questlines in the game. No details about that yet.
Also, remember that Corruption score scales according to the level disparity as well.
grim breach
<@&256789677930053632>
frigid sail
i'm on it ๐
peak fog
onyx knoll
Hello, there are not dates for release nor the next test phase which will be alpha 2, at this time
elfin cairn
by the looks of it, no release date, but also no alpha 2 release date, for which many have gotten keys for to play
Nearly 2 years of waiting after the last roadmap date. I backed expecting the roadmap dates to continue to be posted..
sure, I know that full well. I'm also deciding to complain that there hasn't been an announcement for 2 years
compact cedar
by the looks of it, no release date, but also no alpha 2 release date, for which...
Makes you wonder how in the hell they've managed to pay anyone or do anything considering they've been developing this since what? Well before Dec 15th of 2017 when they started their ALPHA 0 testing... Been probably the longest "Anticipation" I've seen from a no-name studio in a while, but I would like to point to Cyberpunk 2077:
Rush it and it'll suck.
Wait for it to be finished and it'll be 1000x better.
This is a rather ambitious game: so... it'll take a while.
onyx knoll
let's keep this channel clear for questions please ๐ If you want to discuss the game progress and such, feel free to bring it down to #aoc-discussion 
raven quiver
i am also getting worried after spending over 1K AUD to back and get an account and upgrades.... there is no updates for 2 years for release date or alpha. whats going on?
they release outfits every month for money to take more of our money and no true updates going out?
raven quiver
and for two years, why?
spiral pine
They're making the game
Alpha-1 was a barebones network test
Alpha-2 is where all the systems come into play
raven quiver
and why is it taking this long for updates then
spiral pine
I'm not sure what you mean
raven quiver
like how are they selling packages for $ 4500
spiral pine
They aren't
muted dock
It's quite simple really. When you're making something, regardless of the product, you don't throw dates around that you're not sure you'll be able to meet. Every time you throw a date out and something comes up, there will be less and less people that will say "oh, that's fine don't worry about it."
MMOs are long term projects. They will give updates on dates when they are sure they can meet them. Considering the amount of transparency they're already giving and what has already been shown. I'd say there isn't as much need to be cautiously optimistic and you can just be optimistic.
old geyser
i am also getting worried after spending over 1K AUD to back and get an account ...
Pretty sure this has all been said 1,000,000 times already so apologies to anyone who has already seen these frequenly asked questions but:||
- Those are visual in-game assets. They even describe the setting those assets will be used in. They are not just an outfit for you for purchase lol the are resources being made for use in the world. They can do that until the end of time and its just more things to find in the world...
- If you spent AUD($):1,000 and are asking these things you didn't do due dilligence. https://youtube.com/clip/Ugkx9yj8gWYZHzIYF-shUgwVN029VOgjzT2N hehe, don't buy in if you don't just want the things in the pack you're buying.
- Its a huuuuge mmo undertaking. Even in the context of MMO's. Every person at every point agreed, said and reiterated this project would take a large amount of time. Maybe ask a friend to let you know when A2 is coming up and try not to think about it till then? xD
- Updates and communication are frequent and clear. Try signing up to be alerted when they open discussion to questions and do their podcasts etc in the news feed||
grim breach
i am also getting worried after spending over 1K AUD to back and get an account ...
No updates regarding Alpha-2 date since the last Alpha-1 test, yes.
No updates of the game itself, no. We get lots of big updates every month after Alpha-1 has finished. Important updates seem to be slowing down though, unfortunately. Steven did say we're getting two big updates in the next two months, so fingers crossed.
Ps. Buying an account is against the TOS.
gentle vessel
I feel im with tons of other people who have been patiently waiting for more news on the game. where they have been very good with updates, posts, etc. I feel a big majority of people are now starting to look at this as another Roberts industries. (start citizen).
to conclude just curious from the team are we going to get a announcement on the alpha 2?
desert ivy
They'll give one when they're ready. Alpha 2 is the biggest phase before launch. It's not something they can rush out before it's ready as it could literally kill the game
night tundra
is there some type of tracking document that shows missing milestones before alpha 2 could be released? i.e things that need to happen but are still missing for the build.
desert ivy
There's nothing official. Best you could do is look at what has been shown on stream
But we don't know what their minimum goal is for starting A2 since they haven't said anything recently
They might want 90% of systems ready before A2 starts so A2 doesn't end up running for 2 years before release, or they might do the opposite and start A2 as soon as they have the bare minimum
night tundra
There's nothing official. Best you could do is look at what has been shown on st...
thank you for the quick reply
cobalt shale
From the wiki, here's at least some sort of list for what might go into alpha 2. https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Alpha-2
night tundra
From the wiki, here's at least some sort of list for what might go into alpha 2....
I had seen that, was hoping for a checklist with Marks ๐
digital sonnet
Did some light clean up here. As a reminder, please keep the questions channel clear for Ashes of Creation questions, and their answers.
If you want to have a discussion, consider using channels like #general-discussion or #aoc-discussion. If you don't see these channels, take a moment to check out #read-me-first to get the roles for language channels you want to be a part of.
elfin cairn
ah, last time i was here was a while ago, now i see those channels, thanks
vast crescent
@digital sonnet How many pet ducks you guys have walking around the studio Oo? ( ones that steven brought/let in ๐ )
modest vigil
17
old tusk
@simple ether What showcase, in your opinion, will be more interesting and "meaningful" for the "game status" between the three of the next 3 months? Carphin and players impact on the dungeons\regions, mage showcase or cyclop world boss?
crystal beacon
Has there been any videos on tanks in pvp? Like will they have a legit place in pvp. Or will they be mainly a pve roll?
hybrid dragon
Has there been any videos on tanks in pvp? Like will they have a legit place in ...
I don't believe there has been a video about that as of yet, but there have been forum threads on that topic, asking for players' opinions. The direction seems to be "yes, tanks in PvP will be valid, but it's not an easy thing to balance".
stuck cape
Any information about large POI spanning across multiple nodes being so large that they're reflected and shown within areas of the underrealm? seems like a really cool idea to me. Take for example the tower of Carphin. Given that it's meant to be a huge location and likely near one of the "Choke points" that act as entrance to the underrealm, will you be able to see these important places extend down into the underrealm? like a hidden basement section of the tower that is only accessible after you reach a certain level of growth within the nodes?
crystal beacon
Because I was a tank in new world. It was usable but you had a hard time getting slotted. Because a mele dps could just do a better job.
stuck cape
Many thanks, can't wait to see it implemented or showcased ๐
dim basin
Will this game launch before 2025?
dark jungle
we havent been given any dates for launch
novel niche
Has there been any mentioning of combat underwater and if so, how it will differ from combat on land?
tender hearthBOT
royal hollow
Will this game launch before 2025?
Iโm beginning to ponder if they are addicted to the game-making process, giving little updates, doing little changes than actually focusing on getting the game out before 2025 ๐
desert ivy
Whys it important to get it out before 2025 specifically? 
vagrant vector
I been wondering if alpha phase 2 is out I haven't checked in awhile.. tbh and kinda just wondering.
desert ivy
The game won't be ready before 2025. Might as well sit back and enjoy the ride 
royal hollow
Whys it important to get it out before 2025 specifically? <:peebo:85453948168280...
I think that year was just said because thatโs far away and itโs been a long time since development etc.
Enjoy what ride lol
desert ivy
Thr development ride
royal hollow
โMild updates in Announcementsโ simulator ๐
lyric hollow
In ashes of creation will you be able to have multiple characters per server? And will those characters have a shared bank space? or be able to mail things to one another?
spiral pine
Yes and yes
dapper wasp
will there be addon support?
spiral pine
No
tender hearthBOT
dapper wasp
ty. at least the ui will be customizable
lyric hollow
will the mounts be a result of a husbandry or taming system? can such system be considered a profession?
tranquil willow
Yes and yes
tender hearthBOT
edgy dagger
Boo
dense pike
the wiki as far as im aware isnt updated by intrepid
hushed lotus
Will this ever get updated https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Release_schedule
Yes, it will get updated as soon as we get new informations about the release schedule
marble tulip
Lol
arctic sky
the wiki as far as im aware isnt updated by intrepid
It's not updated by intrepid but it's updated pretty quickly with every little piece of info
feral harness
Hey all, I haven't seen much out in the wild about AoC since the world boss tests so I wanted to check in. I see a dev stream will be Friday so good timing I guess lol. So with my intentional span of absence, I'm curious if anyone has addressed player population yet and how it affects progression?
That's been my personal point of contention ever since the siege example. Between node management, gathering & processing, exploration, and of course city/boss fights, it seems like the biggest crux for the game to function is minimum population. Obviously once things are WoW or Xiv numbers it clearly is a non-issue but it seems like if a city only has a few thousand citizens everyone's progress around that node would be a snails pace. Obviously from the dev's side you don't want the players to change the world too rapidly, so I get not wanting to churn out The Big Boat or a whole guild of top equipment soldiers in the matter of a day or a week.
More over I'm sure that dedicated full time players won't find any issue but how much could the 'few hours a week' player actually see get finished? Is there going to be a bonus for not logging in to make up the difference essentially? (And I do want to be clear, I'm not looking at paid skips. But something akin to xiv's rested xp bonus or in regard to boss drops like raid gear lockouts. Not that I think of AoC there should need to be lockouts, but as an example of catch-up mechanics.)
thick fjord
Hey all, I haven't seen much out in the wild about AoC since the world boss test...
not a perfect answer, but to some of your concerns, there's population-based scaling at NPCs (https://ashesofcreation.wiki/NPCs#Population_based_scaling) as well as rested experience in taverns (https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Rested_experience)
also server merges are a thing, but I'm also curious about areas in a mildly populated server with a low population (some further towns/nodes) or world bosses/dungeons with a low level. think the answer to that is just that's ther tradeoff when choosing to go somewhere/do an event that isnt popular
feral harness
Definitely; iirc it was said that each server's map is to be independent as well. Especially as developed nodes may differ, so should a merge occur I wonder how that might look. I'd imagine the 'fair' way would be a fresh map that everyone has x days to migrate to, but I'm sure that's a problem for another day. Though I wonder if that rested xp will be useful to professions in regard to the actual processing of things. Like if being higher level will make crafting lower level things faster and thereby keeping endgame stuff to the +8-hour/day players but quicker for providing routine necessities.
I guess in the same vein too is what a smaller group could get done. Clearly the idea is to make mega-guilds but most clans I see in any game tend to be either 10-20pop or 50-100 if it is especially large and not an 'invite everyone' type.
quasi latch
if you will go cleric and summoner as 2nd class is the summons are temporary or permanent
and for example templar cleric fighter is it turn it from healer to dps?
as i am wondering if can make dps paladin kind of class not a tank and hopefully with summons
arctic isle
If u'r cleric on the main class and u choice summons but u don't like the gameplay u can swap the 2nd class with a quests maybe ( we don't have more info for that) but u can change the 2nd archetype
quasi latch
If u'r cleric on the main class and u choice summons but u don't like the gamepl...
yeah but i mean does it change the cleric role from healer to dps?
arctic isle
Well it's pretty to know actually but with the 2nd archtype and race bonus or religion bonus u can
but i think if u want to have heal is more interessing to take cleric on the 2nd archetype
For me (and only for me), the cleric is the only healer of the game (maybe with the bard) but it remains the default heal class so take a heal class to transform it into a dps, as well as take a dps and play the cleric in 2nd to be able to heal
quasi latch
reason i am asking is mainly holy aesthetic to make holy champion with 2h sword heavy armor with possible summons etc ๐
hopefully what i am hoping will happen when ever A2 comes out hopefully this year 
arctic isle
Idk if u can summons with the cleric 1st class and summons 2nd but yes u can play u'r cleric with heavy armor and 2H sword
if u play necromancer ( cleric and summons ) u don't gonna have the same gameplay as a chaman ( cleric + summons )
violet willow
The secondary archetype does not change your job in a party. The cleric will alwyas be a healer.
arctic isle
y for me if u want to have some summs and lifesteal being a cleric on the 2nd archetype is more interessing then the other side
digital haven
Will ashes have Katanas?
arctic isle
We don't have more info for the weapon i think, try the wiki ^^
digital haven
There's no dedicated Katana category
Maybe someday.... ๐ฆ
Thank you for the info
quasi latch
i wonder if necromancer can have instead of undead like being of light or something holy that is why was thinking cleric summoner instead summoner cleric
well once we will be closer to A2 hopefully my questions will be answered
arctic isle
yes u can
For the necromancer u'r religion gonna be important for the summons spirit or undead
yes but the summons for the necromancer are different
On the wiki the summons are not very clear
we don't know if the religion have a impact
or u'r action like PK or other
So how u choice to be "good necromancers" or "evil"
quasi latch
can i get necromancer that use the light/angelic summons 
if so i will know what i am gonna do
arctic isle
Yes, it's just speculation on my part as I said it's not really clear how our summons will be chosen
quasi latch
well as long its not undead
arctic isle
Angelic we don't know
quasi latch
i wanna make kind of paladin summoner kind of build that is why i am asking this questions
arctic isle
light yes
u can choice "good" with spirit
but no more information for that ^^
don't really know how the heal of the cleric gonna impact the gameplay
cuz with the cleric augments u can have someone regen but maybe with just the good necromancer and not evil or maybe the evil gonna have someone lifesteal
which one ?
all cleric sub take heal no?
but summoner can have heal without cleric
yes, but the self-sustain work on the dps summon?
Like if the summon hit a targen with the self-sustain ( if is possible) how that work
oh kk
Cuz if the dps summon have self-regen on the summoners, the support one gonna be "useless" with cleric augment
Direct heal like a spell just for heal?
or more like the summoner's attack gonna heal the summoner's?
k
i have a lot of build now xd
But the direct heal work on good and evil?
just for the aspect of the summon?
yes is more like that x)
just the wiki say " good " and evil necromancer xd
quasi latch
so good and evil is more light and darkness
arctic isle
so good and evil is more light and darkness
More like the life and dead
arctic isle
We don't have some picture for the summon
So is just u and u'r imagination x)
we just know " Helpful spirit" and undead, zombie , skeleton creature for death
but is pretty sad to have no picture of the sum'
digital sonnet
Hey all, as a reminder this is a channel for Ashes of Creation questions and their answers, not a channel to have a discussion.
If you'd like to have a discussion about Necromancers, consider using a channel like #aoc-discussion. If you can't see this channel, check out #read-me-first to see how you get access to discussion channels in the language you prefer to communicate in.
upper knoll
Am I able to select party member via a hotkey?
e.g. party member 1 =- f1 | party member 2 = f2
etc.
I saw the UI's mans bags under eyes, this is required
or I can't heal
or support
arctic sky
I honestly don't remember from A1 and can't find it through searching the wiki
mystic flint
Have they shown any of the kickstarter cosmetics (asking about the Angel and Demon racial skins primarily) in game? If not have they given any expected timeframe until they start showing them?
digital sonnet
Am I able to select party member via a hotkey?
Yes, we plan to have a whole host of ways you can select party members so you can do healing/support, including keybinds.
We spoke about this generally during the Cleric Livestream. Timestamp to that conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_LhGxdKBNQ&t=3638s
digital sonnet
Have they shown any of the kickstarter cosmetics (asking about the Angel and Dem...
I don't believe we've shown the racial skins in-game. We haven't shared any ETA for when these will be featured on a future livestream, or testing phase.
mystic flint
Alright, thank you ๐
rancid cypress
Have they shown any of the kickstarter cosmetics (asking about the Angel and Dem...
Racial skins no. Mounts like the backer only tidesnapper and dawn breaker flying mount have been shown ingame. As has the moonstrider mule and costumes like the royalty set.
upper knoll
Yes, we plan to have a whole host of ways you can select party members so you ca...
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YASSSSSSSSSSSSS
I misssed it. but if i can target my plarty emmbers w/ my mouse buttons I"m happy
clicking party frames is for scrubs
D:<
shy shell
Does the official dress code for intrepid studios (assuming you're not WFH) include sandals ๐
desert ivy
That's because there's no update to it yet
quasi latch
when does the cosmetics usually get changed in the shop?
tranquil willow
First two weeks of the month or so
lyric hollow
Will the npc dialogues be voiced over? That is a great way to increase immersion and keep the attention on the npcs, plus increase their individual personality.
arctic isle
Will the npc dialogues be voiced over? That is a great way to increase immersion...
idk for the voice but the interaction with NPC change with u'r race and maybe u'r action ๐
so we can say they have individual personality really impressive
lyric hollow
so we can say they have individual personality really impressive
that mostly gives the sensation of personalty to your player character not the npc specifically.
crystal beacon
Will a ai npc ever be thing?
arctic isle
Well is true too
brittle yarrow
Will the npc dialogues be voiced over? That is a great way to increase immersion...
grim breach
Will the npc dialogues be voiced over? That is a great way to increase immersion...
As answered in the wiki, for now, no. Greetings and grunts will be there but no dialogues.
mossy geode
Will there be any kind of companion or assistant npc for players to acquire?
lyric hollow
As answered in the wiki, for now, no. Greetings and grunts will be there but no ...
well that sucks, feels lacking, but thank you for making it clear.
grim breach
Will there be any kind of companion or assistant npc for players to acquire?
You can hire NPCs to take care of your Freeholds, stalls and so on. There will be mercenary NPCs as well. Not sure if there will be NPC companions that follows you on an adventure all the time though.
grim breach
well that sucks, feels lacking, but thank you for making it clear.
It's to save costs on things they don't need to run the game for now. They said it can be a thing for post launch depending on how well received the game is.
fluid needle
well that sucks, feels lacking, but thank you for making it clear.
voice work is exceptionally expensive on any scale but one of the worst is MMOs. voices arent a priority for a sandbox mmo with a limited budget.
mossy geode
Thank you, that was the information I was looking for.
lyric hollow
It's to save costs on things they don't need to run the game for now. They said ...
Well, they can lower costs by making voice over contest for players or wanna be voice actors to apply, this has happened on previous games. Of course that would still require an editor, someone to implement them and someone to evaluate those voice over file applications. Just a suggestion.
grim breach
I'm sure that has been suggested before. But knowing Steven, he really loves immersion. If he's going to do it, he will want to do it properly. He's willing to spend money to have Bear McCreary compose the music for Ashes, so I'm sure he already have a plan for voice acting. Only that now is not the time yet.
raven quest
is there any channel to put recommendations for future streams into?
would you mind handing me a link?
undone harbor
if i pre ordered lets say a year ago, how do I see the cosmetic pack that I will get, I know I can go in my inventory and see the name of the pack, but how can I see how it looks like
gotcha, thank you
runic niche
so, alpha 2 is noted as "persistent." will this be known as the ptr for future content/balance introductions and only alpha 2 keyholders have access? or is there going to be a separate ptr
digital sonnet
so, alpha 2 is noted as "persistent." will this be known as the ptr for future c...
Alpha Two will be a persistent test. You'll need Alpha Two access to log into Alpha Two servers. We'll continue to add content to that server, during the course of that test.
AFTER we launch, the plan is for Alpha Two servers to become our public test servers. We haven't shared specific information about what people will need to have access to the test servers, after the game launches.
tacit oyster
So will there be a reset after Alpha 2 for the main launch?
dark jungle
yes
arctic sky
So will there be a reset after Alpha 2 for the main launch?
Also many resets during most likely
tacit oyster
Also many resets during most likely
yup makes sense, since its a testing period, its valid, i just hope A2 is the final testing stage and the launch can happen soon after
arctic sky
There are 2 betas that will run during the end of A2
tacit oyster
There are 2 betas that will run during the end of A2
and than the official launch once those 2 end?
rotund sky
yup makes sense, since its a testing period, its valid, i just hope A2 is the fi...
Alphas are followed by betas they canโt release after this
tacit oyster
Alphas are followed by betas they canโt release after this
soo A2 than 2 betas, than another alpha?
rotund sky
No alpha is the pre testing, betas are the final testings
tacit oyster
No alpha is the pre testing, betas are the final testings
oh right, i misunderstood it for a sec, ma bad
rotund sky
They could do 100 betas if they wanted theyโre just terms to delay launch ๐
tacit oyster
They could do 100 betas if they wanted theyโre just terms to delay launch ๐
pftt okay gotcha, lets hope its not a double digit
rotund sky
Usually no, but the delay between 2 betas could be massive, thatโs why I donโt follow this anymore and just wait for launch
tacit oyster
Usually no, but the delay between 2 betas could be massive, thatโs why I donโt f...
Valid, thanks a lot Myst
ill try to keep up, but probs not
desert ivy
soo A2 than 2 betas, than another alpha?
Alpha 2 is basically the big phase, easily the biggest until launch. Betas are supposed to be short and sweet
edgy dagger
Hence why alpha 2 is taking so long to get ready
rotund sky
We donโt even know if itโs the last alpha, as long as I know they could announce a third one and delay for 2 more years lol, thatโs why , useless to follow.
plush hawk
But we already know its the last alpha that runs til launch. It's gonna be the biggest one filled with what should be most of the content
Beta1 and 2 are for fine tuning, balancing and bug fixing
pine echo
Had a question in regards to buying cosmetics and the differences in the monthly purchases between voyager and voyager plus. Does plus give me the ability to buy something else I canโt with Voyager?
dapper chasm
No. Voyager Plus contains more Items as written in the description.
U can buy individual items up to ur purchased package in the future after u bought a pack - like the picture shows as an example
ember thistle
so I have a question relating to how weapons will always look on your character? so like are you always going to be holding your weapons or can we seethe and stealth our weapons on our backs and side?
tender hearthBOT
arctic sky
Listen to the first like 15 minutes of the stream that happened today... They have an update on that
drowsy quail
This is getting boring , release the server already xD
stoic dune
Ty
desert ivy
This is getting boring , release the server already xD
Yes, you've been waiting a very long time 
copper vigil
So I been looking at this game on and off of this development cycle.The thing that I am concerned about is one the classes seem to be a bit similar I do not understand how the 64 classes work.My other concern is i mostly play tank the things is the tank class is it made of different other classes or do you just automatically unlock that class.The other thing is does this game have a trinity system for all the dungeons and raid.Or is this game just exploring does it have pvp and pve to what are the modes for the pvp and pve.The other thing is end game how you keep the player engage once they reach max level.And what is the level how do the talents works
quick pine
Lmfao
copper vigil
The other thing is how will you get new players who want to see this game from being destroyed from asshole elitist will there be a moderntaion to keep toxic people out of the game
civic obsidian
with the words u are using rn u sound a bit toxic there bud
copper vigil
The other thing is the class seem to be similar to rift
No I just curious
The other thing is if I am tanking will there be a icon or bar to tell me I have aggro in n a mob.Also can any class be the tank class if so how will that be unique to any other game out there
The other question is how will you be able to group up to do something will there be event in the world you can do can you explore anywhere in the world the other thing is when this game comes out will there be paid dlc and patches will there be a store in this game
The other thing is if you do pvp event will there be any currency or gear you can get also will there be a area type gameplay to
pine echo
No. Voyager Plus contains more Items as written in the description.
U can buy in...
Perfect. Thank you.
copper vigil
Will there be a healer and dps class in this game to
pine echo
You should check out the wiki
You would get lost reading it. Has everything youโd need to know
copper vigil
And if so what are the classes that do those
The other thing is how will you keep people from exploiting or trying to break the audio house
Auction
Is there a queuing group system or do you just ask in chat
The other thing is how will you prevent people from making addons or weakaura in this game to make this fight easier
The other thing is what if someone does not like using the ui and download a custom ui how will you police that
desert ivy
At this point just use the wiki
copper vigil
I do not think the wiki can answer my question
plush hawk
everything we know is on the wiki
copper vigil
But why can you answer my question
copper vigil
Instead of going on a website
I am very curious person and this are questions because I the type of person that thinks outside the box
desert ivy
Every single one of your questions has been asked and answered 100 times before so
copper vigil
I do not know that
I just got in here tonight
So I never seen the previous person ask those questions
And I just asking simple question
plush hawk
best thing to do is check out the wiki. It's really the best place to find answers rather than make someone type 50 answers to your paragraphs of questions
desert ivy
Ashes is a PvX game. Most dungeons and raids are open world not instacned which means other players can fight and kill you in them. Open world PvP is always a thing
There is no automatic group finder, you have to manually find one
There is no aggro meter
The game is 15 dollars a month with no expansion or dlc cost
There is not separate pvp and pve gear in terms of buying pvp gear from a pvp vendor
Almost everything in Ashes is tradeable. If you want you can buy top tier gear from another player as soon as you hit max level If you have the gold
copper vigil
So what the max level cap
desert ivy
50
tender hearthBOT
copper vigil
So how does the tank classes work
desert ivy
By pulling aggro and tanking
desert ivy
No, only tank primary and maybe summoner + tank
copper vigil
Can a fighter and a mage be a tank
desert ivy
No
copper vigil
And if so do they have different abilities
That sucks
What a fighter
Will there be a trinity system in this game
tender hearthBOT
glossy basalt
can a charlatan make people think im a tank but then i bamboozle
full badger
can a charlatan make people think im a tank but then i bamboozle
We don't have any details about any of the secondary class combinations just yet. We'll have to wait until later in development for that.
faint skiff
Can you set permissions for Node Houses?
Eg. Can I set who enters it?
And who can access its stuff in it like storage boxes or a stove or other stuff inside?
grim breach
Can you set permissions for Node Houses?
Eg. Can I set who enters it?
And who ca...
Yes, there will be access control management on Freeholds.
faint skiff
@grim breach What about a house bought in a level 3 Node?
faint skiff
https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Player_housing#Household_security
Thanks, read it. just cant see if โApartmentsโ has the same permissions as a Household or can the apartment be used for crafting things like Cooked Meals. if its there I cant find it? maybe my eyes need checking.
granite agate
Has alpha 2 been talked about yet?
spiral pine
Thanks, read it. just cant see if โApartmentsโ has the same permissions as a Hou...
I dont think theyve stated if every in node housing type offers the same benefits or if they differ
arctic sky
Has alpha 2 been talked about yet?
Watch the first 15 minutes of the stream
drowsy quail
Yes, you've been waiting a very long time <:peebo:1029196117633675365>
Hope they reveal that all was a big joke and we all laugh at the end ๐
real cliff
Has alpha 2 been talked about yet?
It was talked about in the live stream. According to the information it likely wont be any earlier than Q1 of 2024.
neon cape
Iโve been trying to log in to buy something from the shop; I donโt remember needing 2-factor authentication. But which app do I use for that?
desert ivy
Your Authenticator app on your phone
neon cape
I havenโt use one since buying this 3 years ago โ and definitely had a new phone since. So Iโm not sure what itโs called.
desert ivy
On my phone it's just called "Authenticator", it's by Google
if you've lost access to it you'll need to contact customer support
!cs
potent thunderBOT
proven osprey
desert ivy
No
Intrepid don't give dates anymore unless they're certain they can hit them
Yesterday during the livestream Steven gave a general estimate of end of this year/early next year for Alpha 2 spot testing to begin
arctic isle
We have a look for the new skin on the pack ?
spiral pine
no
heady canopy
We have a look for the new skin on the pack ?
As discord grows in membership. Does intrepid add more moderators? Just curious
dark jungle
there is a moderator application form somewhere. maybe one of the mods can find it and link to you
arctic isle
As discord grows in membership. Does intrepid add more moderators? Just curious
idk i'm not a moderator x)
craggy harness
Hey will AoC have an hardcore or ironman type of mode? I see WoW classic is getting popular again with its Hardcore mode, and of course runescape with its ironman modes
desert ivy
No,there are no modes like that planned
twin tendon
Is 5.1.1 completed? In the February livestream it was mentioned that the team was moving over to 5.1.1. Iโm genuinely curious if that conversion is finished?
When can we expect to see another seasons/weather system update or possibly another gathering/crafting update? I very much enjoyed those streams almost a year ago.
How has the update from UE5 to UE5.1.1 impacted development on ashes? What types of gains in development can the team at intrepid expect to achieve from moving into 5.1.1?
dark jungle
we don't know the answers to those questions. and the dev's don't reply in this channel
dark jungle
best approach is to either write a forum post about it or wait for the Q&A stream next month
twin tendon
Thanks
dark jungle
yeah this channel is for community self help
twin tendon
I see
ancient hill
How has the update from UE5 to UE5.1.1 impacted development on ashes? What types...
Not much of an impact to transit from 5.03 to 5.1.1, itโs not a huge change like from 4. To 5.
(Btw 5.2 will be soon there ๐ค)
twin tendon
Not much of an impact to transit from 5.03 to 5.1.1, itโs not a huge change like...
Well in the latest stream Steven mentioned that theyโre going to be assessing updates and patches before updating to them to make sure theyโre worth the extra work porting over them. He also mentioned how he made mistakes in the past upgrading to newer versions. So Iโm generally curious as to what 5.1.1 will bring to the table for Intrepid.
tight nimbus
I would love if they used a family naming system like BDO that way all your characters fall under a family name allowing you the ability have many popular first name options. My character name means alot to me when playing and it just feels bad when I cant have a certain name because someone got there first.
tender hearthBOT
dark jungle
I would love if they used a family naming system like BDO that way all your char...
^^
crystal beacon
Will there be secrets in the world? Like to reveal something to gain awesome armor or some weapon? Or hints , or some maps to the hidden treasures?
sour juniper
I wonder if there is any lore of the world that expand that being put out anywhere that is accessible to read? I sorta can't wrap up my head around whole story through the videos only. But I would love to learn the story behind the world through the "book". Or all the lore is being updated and put in a wiki page? Also wonder if there will be any lore copies made as a book after or on the release to access. :)
tender hearthBOT
desert ivy
Everything we know is there
tacit oyster
Are all the previous development streams available on twitch?
and besides the official wiki, what other resources are recommended to learn more?
sleek stratus
what are alpha 2 spot tests ? does everyone with the alpha 2 key has access to it ?
desert ivy
Very short testing periods (usually a few hours or less) that happen at random times leading up to the actual Alpha 2 phase. Eventually people with A2 access will get access to them, but to begin with it will most likely just be PI members, then A1 members, then A2 members
tacit oyster
@simple ether @elfin pond noted, i'm so dum for not checking yt lmao, thanks a lot u guys!
tawdry forum
When is the livestream with the content creators?
arctic isle
u just buy another one and u have a "reduc" imagine u take the 250$ pack and after u want the 350$
u gonna pay just 100$
desert ivy
The Kickstarter packs are all available on the Ashes store if you have a KS code applied to your account
Well if you've migrated your account you should just need to wait a bit.
The KS code was from years ago, should have been sent to your email in 2017
potent thunderBOT
desert ivy
It should be longer than 4 digits
The title of the email should be "Ashes of Creation Kickstarter Key Fulfillment"
Your backer number isn't your code
rancid cypress
After you've sorted your KS migration all you have to do is log in too the store.
It'll have a list of packages you can upgrade too a few cosmetics kickstarters have access too and it'll have the currently available cosmetics.
dry spoke
hi
I have a doubt , I don't remember if the Tower of Carphin was within the Dungeons open or not .
Is it ?
desert ivy
Tower of Carphin is an open-world dungeon
dry spoke
ty
desert ivy
Only 3 and above. Level 1 and 2 nodes don't have governments in place so cannot have services and buildings like apartments built
waxen wren
when do the new cosmetics drop
desert ivy
i can't seem to log in
Works fine for me
desert ivy
when do the new cosmetics drop
Scroll up a bit in here #news
waxen wren
@desert ivy thanks!
arctic sky
@arctic isle they state in the previous cosmetic change when the next will occur
arctic isle
kk thx for the information :p
quartz coral
^^ not true
naive knot
Is there an answer for how the intrepid team will respond for this bit of lore that was released to us with the crossbow debate/decision?
grim breach
Is there an answer for how the intrepid team will respond for this bit of lore t...
Have you created a forum thread about this?
naive knot
Not yet, I will if no answer comes up.
grim breach
They don't answer stuff here. You're more likely to get an answer in the forums.
Title: "Dunzenkell invented the crossbows according to the lore. Now what?"
It would definitely attract a lot of attention and force Intrepid to react and reply.
ruby swift
Yes, game is in development, all things, including past lore statements can be changed at need or at the whim of the studio.
From the TOS you agreed to by making an account here. "You acknowledge and agree that Intrepid may change, modify, โnerf,โ delete, remove or otherwise alter the appearance, function, use and/or properties of any Game Assets at any time, in its sole discretion."
inland robin
I need some clarification. Inns and taverns are two separate things for freeholds right? Can I have both or only one in my freehold?
ancient egret
alpha 1 has been over since August 15 2021
ancient egret
I need some clarification. Inns and taverns are two separate things for freehold...
they are 2 separate things yes and we dont know if you can have both at the same time i would guess yes
inland robin
As far as we know alpha 2 will be the next open alpha test for key holders. There is internal testing still. And rumored NDA testers here and there but nothing has been confirmed yet. It was mentioned Q4 2023 or Q1 2024 for the alpha 2 phase.
next path
Anyone know whether sheafed weapons are planned to be displayed on characters? Big thing for immersion. I think years ago they said it's one of the last things they would sort but it would happen?
glossy loom
how old would my kids need to be to grind me gold while at work ? 
since we got so much time ahead of us
ancient egret
Anyone know whether sheafed weapons are planned to be displayed on characters? B...
https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Gear_slots this says everything we got on and as far as i can read its a yes for both back and belt
true delta
Hey, does anyone know what solution Intrepid is using for the abilities? Is it the UE GAS or a proprietary solution?
fresh urchin
Hey, does anyone know what solution Intrepid is using for the abilities? Is it t...
proprietary
full badger
Hey, does anyone know what solution Intrepid is using for the abilities? Is it t...
I don't believe we've been told how much of UE5 they are using out of the box vs how much they are changing it to suit them.
fresh urchin
They talked about the ability design a bit in the fighter showcase
true delta
thank you
cobalt shale
Any word on when this is going to be changed? The way Steven worded the test plan was confusion. I interpreted his statements to mean that spot testing would start late this year and be done by internal testers, then PI, then A1 players, then A2 players. Once spot testing of all the systems by all these players was done, there would be an official Alpha 2 launch in less than 2 years. It could be interpreted that all of this spot testing is part of the Alpha 2 phase, but the persistent Alpha 2 launch is a different thing.
cobalt shale
Well, yes, the statement is still true but not as useful as it could be with a little bit of added info.
Otherwise, we'll have people manually answering the question every time with the added info.
tawdry swallow
Are there plans to improve the combat? The current animations are basic I know its Alpha I just think this is the only thing bugging me about Ashes and I sincerely hope the devs are aware that this is the main issue and if fixed Ashes will be undoubtedly the next big MMO
quasi latch
new cosmetics when?
stable plover
new cosmetics when?
#news message They announce when the new cosmetics will come when they do the previous months cosmetics announcements in #news (April 12th)
stone geyser
Are there plans to improve the combat? The current animations are basic I know i...
Nope they're 100% done
tawdry swallow
Nope they're 100% done
Okay good we got the jokester out of the way. Can someone serious answer?
stone geyser
Lmao of course they're not done and are going to improve it.
left basalt
indeed
tawdry swallow
Good, but I would rather they dedicate a live stream for it. I think from a PR point of you its important as casual bystanders lose interest just watching alpha combat without context from devs
stone geyser
When it's in a presentable condition they want feedback for I'm sure they will
left basalt
I mean, usually MMOs are not for "casual gamers" whom got bored just cuz of animations
inland robin
Any word on when this is going to be changed? The way Steven worded the test pl...
As far as I know. Alpha 1 is done. We are moving to PI, spot testing and Alpha 2.
It is rumored to be Q4 2023 or Q1 2024 for the next open testing.
As for spot testing, no official word yet on when but hopefully there will be a few in 2023. Key an eye on the alpha channels for more info on spot testing. In house testing could be going on now for all we know.
Anything else or need info would be found in the announcement and news channels.
novel niche
How does climbing respond to taking dmg? Is there a certain amount you can take before you let go and fall down or can you just keep going?
cobalt shale
As far as I know. Alpha 1 is done. We are moving to PI, spot testing and Alpha 2...
I'm going to respond to this in aoc-discussion.
grim breach
Well, yes, the statement is still true but not as useful as it could be with a l...
That's because they don't want to commit to it yet. In the past, they announced a roadmap and missed it.
tacit oyster
Is joining a guild rn (or at the time of launch) worth it? what do you guys think?
Also for owning housing/buying land/building a house, will it a be a premium feature, like would the user have to spend money to own an area before everything runs out, this is me just assuming things as since owning a house is limited, its prolly gonna run out via players who are open to spending loads
dark jungle
you will need to spend in game gold to buy housing. not real money. there is no real money purchases for in game items
as far as guilds go, check them out and see if one suits you #na-oce-guild-recruitment
ruby swift
Each account gets the chance at time and effort to have 1 freehold.
tacit oyster
@dark jungle @simple ether @ruby swift gotcha, thank you beautiful people, I'll read up about the freehold
heady canopy
Is joining a guild rn (or at the time of launch) worth it? what do you guys thin...
Joining a guild is important. However the big question in regards to timing is when do you plan to play. If you have a Alpha 2 key it may be worth dabbling to speak with the communities... then actually play with them in alpha and beta to see if they are a good match for you at launch. If your goal is just to play at launch it would not benefit as much to join one immediately. Just my 2 cents
tacit oyster
Joining a guild is important. However the big question in regards to timing is w...
sweet points, I might go for A2 so I'll defo keep that in mind, ur 2 cents are worth a lot more my dude, thanks a lot!
supple cobalt
Any word on the spot testing?
left basalt
About the alpha 2? Will be around the end of this year or start of next one
cyan crane
About the alpha 2? Will be around the end of this year or start of next one
It will be in less than 12 month if it answer your question ๐
tender wren
i think he said less then 2 years, but its always subject to change
opaque vector
any news on where exactly the server for asia will be located? Also will this game be available on steam?
ancient egret
any news on where exactly the server for asia will be located? Also will this ga...
no and no
ancient egret
any news on where exactly the server for asia will be located? Also will this ga...
only thing we know is that there is gonna be a server for Southeast Asia
opaque vector
They should really consider making the game available on steam.
opaque vector
only thing we know is that there is gonna be a server for Southeast Asia
Thank you for the info ^_^
ancient egret
They should really consider making the game available on steam.
they wont
opaque vector
why not?
rancid cypress
why not?
because steam takes too much of the revenue, plus there's added work with having steam accounts and interaction between steam records and intrepids own systems.
why bother when you can just have your own launcher and make more money for less work.
tender wren
steam takes 30% of revinue
and mmos commonly have their own launcher so people are usually used to it
opaque vector
because steam takes too much of the revenue, plus there's added work with having...
Could be worth taking into consideration that a certain population of players only have steam as a means of paying for games. For example children whose parents give them steam credit instead of a credit card, certain countries whose cards don't work well internationally etc.
oblique ether
Pack reveal are like 1 week before or 1 day before the actual pack "ends" ?
desert ivy
1 day
clear quartz
Good, but I would rather they dedicate a live stream for it. I think from a PR p...
It's OK if people loose interest. As stated by Steven before, the development process is not for everyone. They will all cone back and want to play once the game releases. Until then they can focus on different things. Improving the animations and the combat is not happening until they have a solid foundation of the basics and know exactly where they are going. And some of it is still subject to testing. After that it will be optimized. They are aware of everything and of course won't leave the combat as is. But I think it's too early to do what you are asking.
calm escarp
Is this game ever going to release ? if yes which year ? don't get me wrong i really like the idea of the game but they cant just expect someone to buy the founder packs without giving even any year of release, its been idk exactly how many years since game actually announced ๐ฆ
desert ivy
There's no official or estimated year for release
left basalt
Get it around 3 yeras, lets say. But it will release
calm escarp
in 3 years there will be new engine than they change another 6 years XD
dark jungle
they said in the last stream they will stop upgrading UE at some point
desert ivy
They also said following the development isn't for everyone. If you get burnt out over not knowing a release date, then maybe it's best to step back and wait until they start their marketing push for release
left basalt
Indeed. 5 years is a long wait, but so far it has probe to be worth tje wait
covert mulch
royal hollow
Is this game ever going to release ? if yes which year ? don't get me wrong i re...
They addicted to hyping up little updates lol
dark jungle
dont buy a pack if you require release dates
tawdry swallow
Indeed. 5 years is a long wait, but so far it has probe to be worth tje wait
I believe development started around 2017/2018 if Game releases in 2025 that would be 7-8 years.
halcyon rune
I would of paid the 75 bucks to play the game and test things out. However, if paying 75$ gets you just a beta test 1-2 times a year and the game gets released in 2-3 years, then it's not worth it imo.
ruby swift
I would of paid the 75 bucks to play the game and test things out. However, if p...
Buying a package would not "get you a beta test 1-2 times a year" It would be part of that package that allows access to the beta testing. Which will come after Alpha 2. Alpha 2 from previous statements will be a longer test, that is meant to eventually be up 24/7 and persistent, of course all testing will be wiped before launch. The betas, from Intrepids previous statements will be much shorter affairs just before launch for final bug squishing and polish. If you are looking to "play" the game, a package purchase may not be for you.
burnt blade
Had a couple questions about the player flagging system and couldn't find an answer on the wiki.
What's stopping somebody from just hitting another player and waiting for them to retaliate so you can kill them?
Also, are there any negatives to being a combatant 24/7? Besides Corrupted player not gaining corruption from killing you?
I can easily see a scenario where you know your damage numbers and know the HP range of low level players. You can then camp resource gathering spots, wait for them to gather, then attack them and get them to low HP. If they don't want to lose as many resources they'll attack you back but by them attacking you they become a combatant and now you're free to kill them and remain a combatant. And if they don't attack you, they're gambling that you won't kill them. Then all you do is hide for 90 seconds and repeat.
Is there something preventing this strategy?
digital sonnet
Had a couple questions about the player flagging system and couldn't find an ans...
Hey denzel! It seems like you want to have a discussion about player flagging and PvP. If you want to have a back and forth discussion about this, I suggest you bring it to #aoc-discussion.
The short answer, is the corruption system, and people weighing the risk vs reward of different PvP flagging states like combatant is what will discourage some of the less awesome behavior you mention here. Players will likely have their own strategy for how to get best value from PvP situations, or how to avoid PvP situations (based on what kind of player they are)
The wiki page with many of the answers to this can be found here: https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Player_corruption
left basalt
I've been thinking about it, but there will be some kind of special reward/achievement for those who are the first guild to complete ever a big raid/boss on any server? 
tender hearthBOT
left basalt
Also is there a page at the wiki where i can see ALL the armours and weapons currently announced?
ruby swift
The wiki has everything that has been announced. Past and present. But as the current crossbow kerfuffle has demonstrated, things may change from past statements due to development needs.
mighty solstice
Is there any upcoming content testing that alpha 1 gets access to before alpha 2 is announced?
desert ivy
Not at this time
tawdry swallow
What would be the death penalty for non-combatants?
desert ivy
Non combatants have the standard death penalty. Combatants have their penalties cut in half as an incentive to flag up
tender hearthBOT
desert ivy
Experience debt (negative experience).[9]
Durability loss.[11][12][6]
Dropping a percentage of carried gatherables and materials that are used in the generation of something else.[13][5][6]
Those are the main 3 penalties for dying
fresh urchin
Had a couple questions about the player flagging system and couldn't find an ans...
to clarify, you can't be a combatant 24/7 because it's not a manual system, you can set yourself to be able to attack other players and when you do attack another player you become a combatant for 90 seconds (and that timer resets every time you hit someone)
cobalt shale
Not at this time
@mighty solstice I thought Steven said on the livestream that spot testing before A2 would happen with PI players, then A1 players, then A2 players. That would count as "upcoming content testing that alpha 1 gets access to before alpha 2 is announced", right?
desert ivy
We don't know when that stuff is though. I assumed he wanted a date instead of "Maybe A1 will get to test some time next year"
Plus, Steven is not the best when it comes to giving dates. High chance the "end of year/start of next year internal testing" gets delayed
dark jungle
We don't know when that stuff is though. I assumed he wanted a date instead of "...
*A2
desert ivy
*A2
The guy I originally replied to was asking if there was stuff alpha 1 testers would get access to before a2 
So I meant "Maybe A1 backers will get to test some time next year"
tawdry swallow
Non combatants have the standard death penalty. Combatants have their penalties ...
That is my question what is the standard death penalty? is it exp loss? gear loss?
tender hearthBOT
desert ivy
The wiki has everything in detail. It's not as simple as just xp debt, gatherable loss, etc.
drifting path
hey guys! i've readed that there will be biome exclusive resources, i asked about it for the devstream but they didn't answered, just readed the wiki and nothing found, looks like that was fake news, does any1 knows something?
civic obsidian
its definitly on the wiki and has been for a really long time sec
https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Resources#Seasonal_resources is one of those examples its more about season than biomes specificly but ressource bieng biome exclusive are also a thing
bleak prairie
Im really contemplating the purchase of the largest pack but im unsure how the keys work and how to gain access to the game after the purchase, can anyone explain it to me?
dapper chasm
U dont get a seperate key. The Access will be automatically applied to ur account.
Once the purchased Testphase is about to start, u'll get the information needed per mail.
desert ivy
Most likely won't be any testing till next year tho
past meadow
thick owl
Can someone please explain to me how much of the work from the pre UE5 development carries over to UE5 development?
In other words, how much work can they simply copy and paste without having to restart from scratch ? I have no game design experience btw
vale dragon
is there a way to get older cosmetic packages?
spiral pine
No
tender hearthBOT
sick elbow
So this are the system req for Unreal Engine 5?
grim breach
No. Those are from before.
spiral pine
They havent updated the specs for UE5
kindred wren
Apologize if this has been answered. Will Ashes have any optional in-game DKP/EPGP/Point systems that Guilds can use ?
narrow eagle
Are there any systems planned that will allow me to play effectively with my friends who don't have as much time to level as me? For example the ability to lower my level to match them temporarily?
dark jungle
no, but there is a mentor system
tender hearthBOT
narrow eagle
Thank you!
candid jewel
When are name reservations becoming available
tender hearthBOT
desert ivy
that's everythign we know
wind wharf
Anyway we can get the name of the Order for the seven for the Dรผnir race? Feeling left out
inland robin
How do I ask a mod a question? Do I put it here?
dark jungle
just dm them on the right there
if its urgent
no guarantee they will answer in here
placid leaf
Heya @tight gale I know you said there's no ads on the Twitch channel, but is it possible that VoDs still have ads on? I'm getting a minute or more of ads for about every 10-15 minutes of viewing time.
tight gale
Heya <@97154405563895808> I know you said there's no ads on the Twitch channel, ...
We don't personally have any ads turned on.
Unfortunately, we can't control what Twitch does on their end with ads.
placid leaf
Ah darn, I suppose 'zon is gonna 'zon. Thanks!
arctic sky
Heya <@97154405563895808> I know you said there's no ads on the Twitch channel, ...
They upload all their monthly Livestreams to YouTube if you want to try your luck with their ads instead
nocturne hedge
does intrepid have a cinematic team designing the opening for AOC
and other in game or pre rendered cinematics
tender hearthBOT
thin siren
may we have a ashes of creation themed meme channel in discord?
fluid needle
#aoc-discussion there you go
thick owl
Quick question about crafting gear.
What will keep craftimg high end gear relevant in the long run?
Wouldn't everyone having the best gear gear crafting irrelevant ?
If gear only needs repairs and never fully disintegrates
ruby swift
Ashes plans like many other mmos to have level cap increases that will make previous gear obsolete. Gear suffers from decay and damage, needing specific resources related to the original crafting of that gear to repair. It is not just run to some npc and pay gold. You will need to keep a crafter with the relevant skills available, have the required mats, and of course, shiny, shiny gold.
thick owl
I see, thank you!
cedar gust
I have a question about armor design. Ive always liked high fantasy armor. Moderately big plates, good sized shoulder pads. Nothing crazy, but something moderate. Something like the picture below.
So far, in the gameplay previews, I found gear design, very boring and simplistic. There has been games that kept a more realistic design, like Kingdom come: Deliverence, where armor still looked bulkier, natural and visually impacting.
Will AoC keep to the existing design, shown in videos? Or is there meant to happen something, to make them look more visually appealing? (Subjective of course)
desert ivy
Closest to that so far is probably
tender hearthBOT
cedar gust
Hm
Bit of a shame in my opinion
That lacks personality in my opinion. Not very creative considering its a fantasy game
Imagine a high level tank, facing a dragon, but he looks like a poor foot soldier
ancient egret
Bit of a shame in my opinion
you do have to consider we have not even seen 10% of the things we can get so there may very well be armor like you want in the game later
cedar gust
True
I hope they get more creative with it. I feel like a tank or heavy armor warrior should look the part
I remember gw2 early days. Heavy plates looked painted on
ancient egret
but if you wanna keep talking lets move down to #general-discussion
fluid needle
I hope they get more creative with it. I feel like a tank or heavy armor warrior...
keep in mind that a tank may be not be wearing heavy armour if the boss they're fighting is a lot more magical than physical. i know it's hard breaking from the ingrained visual stereotyping.
upbeat mirage
How can i join beta ?
full badger
How can i join beta ?
You have to buy one of the pre-order packs that contains beta access
desert ivy
Beta is also a long time away and there are no dates for when it will start
tiny vine
better to join the alpha 2
as it will run until launch and also will include beta access 
upbeat mirage
so how can i join alpha 2 ๐
full badger
so how can i join alpha 2 ๐
buy either the voyager or voyager plus pre-order packs https://ashesofcreation.com/shop
desert ivy
Alpha 2 is also not on-going yet and no date for its start
tiny vine
^big true and valid to note 
ancient hill
Iโm concerned about how they look over confident on their work to be THE mmorpg of all time.
While from now, I havenโt seen any unique features nor artistic works that stands out from other games already existing.
They made me dreams with their beautiful words & good communication, but after few years following the projet I feel more and more like ยซย Mmmhโฆ we will see how the final product isย ยป
Releasing cosmetics every months and make pay insane amount just to play Alpha or beta, whiteout giving any dates nor real updates makes me believe that indeed they are the king at communication, but a studio is rarely good at communication and at selling their product, and a good studio ยซย from gamers for gamersย ยป
โ ๏ธ Iโm not saying they donโt release the game fast enough, ten years of Dev for a MMORPG is what it takes. But I played too many games in early Alpha or beta, to feel worry when a game is too much on selling the game before it is even finished. (Ak the forest / star citizen / and many indie other games)
Are the Dev concerns about their community?
Why is there so few updates about the game ?
Where are they with their core features that they promised ?
Why we still havenโt see any footage of any of them in 7 years
Please tell me Iโm wrong and show me Iโm wrong :((
desert ivy
They've never said it would be the best MMORPG of all time. They've actively said Ashes is not for everyone. Not everyone will enjoy Ashes
Some people will hate it, if it's good some will love it
ancient hill
Im pretty sure they did say they want to be the MMORPG. And thatโs why they put so much effort on its development
Of course not for everyone, but for true lovers of MMORPG, made by gamers for gamers
desert ivy
Also one of the reasons it's taking so long is because when they started development in 2017 they had next to no employees. 15-20 employees in 2017 whereas for an MMO this size you'd easily need 200+. At the start of 2020 they only had 50. Now they're at around 150
Takes a long tiem to hire the staff needed, especially when Steven is so picky with hiring (said last stream that they had between 2500 - 3000 applicants since the start of the year and they only hired 7)
ancient hill
Thatโs also my point, they are extremely picky and want the best devs from the industry, but for now, the video footage doesnโt reveal the best looking game in art nor tech.
And if they are not even at half way from the final product they should be crystal clear and let the community know
spiral pine
theyre very clear that the game is a work in progress and a massive game
desert ivy
This is what WoW looked like when it was in Alpha
ancient egret
Thatโs also my point, they are extremely picky and want the best devs from the i...
You clearly have way to high expectations for the game and have no idea how well it looks for a Alpha build
desert ivy
Yeah. If you expect the best thing ever at launch, you'll never be happy with how it turns out. You're expecting an 11/10 so even a 9/10 would be bad to you
ancient hill
This is what WoW looked like when it was in Alpha
Show me a pic of wow after 7 years of Dev to be relevant ^^
Iโm even more concerned if they add 5 to 10 years of development and doesnโt want to upgrade Unreal to future majโ
The game industry grows extremely fast and even unreal is growing way to fast.
Im not having any exceptation, Iโm worry about their communication, and lack of communication about their progression on their key features
desert ivy
Show me a pic of wow after 7 years of Dev to be relevant ^^
Iโm even more conce...
Blizzard wasn't a nobody studio when it started WoWs dev, it already had lots of talent. Also games back then were way easier and quicker to make. Square Enix (SquareSoft at the time), released FF7, FF8, FF9, and FF10 all within 4 years (1997-2001) now it takes them double that time to release a single FF game.
Gonna stop typing here now cause mods are gonna slap us for talking in questions
ancient hill
theyve updated the engine several times
They said they wonโt do any upgrades at a certain point to not slow too much the development
ancient egret
They said they wonโt do any upgrades at a certain point to not slow too much the...
They also said they are not done upgrading yet
Also lets move down to #general-discussion to talk further
Since this has turned into a discussion instead of a questions and answers
buoyant field
Is it possible to see a small list of systems/tools/features that where 'completed' (no matter how rough they are) with each new Milestone? If not, is it something that might be available later in development?
Okay โค๏ธ Thank you for replying.
wind wharf
Wrong channel for this guys
tough sierra
My main worry about the game is them trying to go for a 'realistic' look. One of the reasons WoW is so timeless is because of how heavily stylized it is
Having an MMO try to have the 'best graphics' is a trial in obsolescence
gray igloo
I disagree I dislike wow though
dark jungle
this channel is for answering questions. plenty to space to discuss things and state opinions in #general-discussion and #aoc-discussion
tough sierra
BDO, GW2, all them types of MMOs looked great when they came out
and now you can practically touch the dust
crystal beacon
When grand open?
flat condor
Does anyone have the time stamp to the meta question on the last Q&A?
dark jungle
all the timestamps are in the video description https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faeK_vQnnm0
flat condor
all the timestamps are in the video description <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
Much appreciated
calm escarp
what do you guys think about there is an update(Change) for game packages every month but they show VERY little of game content ? do they need more developers or their founds are not enough for further developments ?
tiny vine
that made quite alot of sence, its just a neat thing about what they have recently made towards ingame skins, so also is a tracker of what they have been doing so far ๐
haughty wolf
This is what WoW looked like when it was in Alpha
WoW was made in 5 years by 40 devs...
desert ivy
WoW was made in 5 years by 40 devs...
And WoW had next to no content when it released in 2004 
If WoW released now it'd be DoA. 2 end-game raids and that's it
stone geyser
what do you guys think about there is an update(Change) for game packages every ...
I think if I had to make thousands of assets for my project and there were people willing to pay money to have them as cosmetics, knowing full well it's a gamble and the game isn't done, then I'd do the same thing they are.
desert ivy
And yet again, games were 10x easier, quicker, and cheaper to make back then.
haughty wolf
And yet again, games were 10x easier, quicker, and cheaper to make back then.
EASIER AND QUICKER?!
stone geyser
Dude yeah I played vanilla WoW from launch and they added a ton after launch.
desert ivy
EASIER AND QUICKER?!
Yes. There's been numerous articles recently about how if a AAA game was to enter development now, it wouldn't see release until after next gen consoles start to release
haughty wolf
Yes. There's been numerous articles recently about how if a AAA game was to ente...
That's because the scale of a AAA that we expect is way bigger now?
ya lost me bud
desert ivy
Exactly, games were easier and quicker to make back then because expectations were lower. For example, when WoW released it only really had to compete with Everquest. New MMOs have to compete with WoW which has 19 years of content and FF14 which has 10+ years.
haughty wolf
engines have got better not worse, our expectations grew
nvm we agree
arguing against ghosts
โค๏ธ
calm escarp
engines have got better not worse, our expectations grew
agree, when you develop game in unreal5 we compere it to enreal5 games, that's why our expectations will grow.
upper knoll
I'm on the wiki, but getting confused.
Are there plans for macros in AoC? akin to XIV or WoW. The wiki stated that it's difficult for anti cheat to tell it apart from a script It feels 80% no 20% possible
I'll need to find a new way to copy pasta goofy faces into game chat
ruby swift
Are there plans for macros in AoC? akin to XIV or WoW. The wiki stated that it'...
My understanding of it has been that they are fine with macros that do things like chat functionality and other simple text string things for emotes. Where you will get into trouble is if you try to macro skills or automate other functions from multiple press to single. How they plan to do their detection has not been revealed other than that they have a plan.
upper knoll
My understanding of it has been that they are fine with macros that do things li...
Interesting. In a way; this is how XIV does it. One can macro a DPS rotation to auto do skills for them but it's highly inefficient and leads to a massive dps loss so no one does.
but mostly we use it for chat macros
and/or crafting. but AoC will have mini games with crafting so crafting macros seems more difficult (but that's okay)
stuck gull
We know about corruption and its risks, but do we know of any rewards for open world pvp?
plush hawk
The reward are the items you loot from players you decide to PK. You better hope they drop enough to benefit from
grim breach
It should be very quick. Almost immediate. Looks like it's still not linked with your Discord account. You can try unlinking and linking it again. If not, you'll have to open a new customer support ticket.
!cs
potent thunderBOT
fluid needle
We know about corruption and its risks, but do we know of any rewards for open w...
open world pvp outside of events like caravans have no system based rewards to not encourage players to grief
tender wren
i beleive hou do get half of the gatherable resources, but the goal is to make open world pvp, where the person doesnt attack back, only really done in rare and emotional cases, doing it habbitually will be unsistainable
that and of course, various pvp events, and guilds your at war with wont have any detrament
pure gulch
will there be any sort of pvp cities you can always enter, no matter if corrupted or not? would highly enjoy a pirate island or something like that
fluid needle
Cities are not safe zones so you can PvP in them. That said I wouldn't expect cities to ever be safe for corrupted players as they are avoiding the corruption mechanic being encouraged.
ancient egret
will there be any sort of pvp cities you can always enter, no matter if corrupte...
Player to player trading, interacting with vendors or NPCs, and the ability to access storage is disabled for corrupted players.
so that would mean a no to pvp cities
pure gulch
Player to player trading, interacting with vendors or NPCs, and the ability to a...
yes but speaking about a pvp city, also to meet other pvp players for group "content" and stuff... the current version of the corruption system sounds a bit like, you kill players, call a friend to kill & loot you to reset the corruption and thats it
if thats what it will looks like it sounds pretty boring to me
ancient egret
yes but speaking about a pvp city, also to meet other pvp players for group "con...
good luck with the massive xp debt you will be in after your friend kills you
arctic swift
yes but speaking about a pvp city, also to meet other pvp players for group "con...
if you like exp debt and other such consequences then yea go on a killing spree haha
oop i was too slow
buoyant field
yes but speaking about a pvp city, also to meet other pvp players for group "con...
On death u get 4x XP debt and stat issues as a corrupted
arctic swift
ah, but i was not last
buoyant field
ah, but i was not last
Haha ๐
ancient egret
yes but speaking about a pvp city, also to meet other pvp players for group "con...
https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Player_corruption read this covers it pretty well
twin tendon
Do all classes use mana?
ancient egret
so far yes
full badger
ancient egret
there has been talks about stamina for physical classes but we dont got a clear answer yet
lament harbor
is there anything on Summoner yet?
ancient egret
nope
full badger
Only what's on the wiki
ancient egret
most likely gonna be the last 1 shown
tender hearthBOT
lament harbor
^ I appreciate you
queen swan
Has there been any discussion of whether they plan to do the monthly exclusive cosmetics all the way up until launch? I understand that it is what it is and that the cosmetics also populate the look of npcs and the world, but there're so many good ones that are staple aesthetics, it seems like by the time launch comes around they'll have used up all their good ideas with exclusive one offs! Anyways, has that concern or topic ever been discussed by Intrepid to anyone's knowledge?
onyx knoll
Has there been any discussion of whether they plan to do the monthly exclusive c...
They haven't shared when/if they plan to stop the monthly cosmetics. Eventually there will be a proper cosmetic shop, that's pretty much all we know
stuck cape
Gather enough corrupted pvp players in one city and murder anyone who enters non corrupt, bam pvp city ๐
player created content is always fun, could do a massive non corrupted raid on it etc
I just realised this is in the questions section MB
spiral pine
guards would kill any corrupt on sight
inland robin
Gather enough corrupted pvp players in one city and murder anyone who enters non...
I would love to see this, but I think node or city guards have an anti corrupted setting where they will attack on site.
inland robin
Has there been any discussion of whether they plan to do the monthly exclusive c...
The one's shown now will be exclusive but some with color variations or close resembling themes might show up after launch.
dapper chasm
rapid fossil
is the game still coming out ?
shell void
The game is between Alpha 1 and Alpha 2.
crude dagger
Are any of the alphas live now?
civic otter
What naming conventions do the races have typically? I am asking because I would like to create a character that would be befitting of the worlds established characteristics.
cobalt shale
is the game still coming out ?
Yes. The studio has been consistently hiring and releasing information about their progress.
spark cove
is the game still coming out ?
Be patient. A mmo can take up to 10 years to develop.
pure flame
"Choosing the same primary and secondary archetype increases focus on that archetype."
Besides this one line on the wiki, do we have any other insights on choosing the same Primary and Secondary?
arctic sky
What's on the wiki is what we know
somber junco
Just the class grid showing names with the info https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Classes
weary sleet
Thought I would check in here first, was there going to be servers in Australia/OCE on full release?
desert ivy
Yes
frosty condor
?
hallow topaz
How can I get the beta key? 
stone geyser
How can I get the beta key? <a:zz_stitch_cry:879478275985010688>
https://ashesofcreation.com/shop
But honestly wait until the monthly cosmetic is something you vibe with. Beta is still a long while away
hallow topaz
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digital cypress
https://ashesofcreation.com/shop
But honestly wait until the monthly cosmetic i...
a long way? How long? too much longer and the concept of an MMO will be gone lol
desert ivy
Beta is not any time soon. Alpha 2 is most likely not till at least mid next year if Steven's comment in last months livestream is to be believed and Alpha 2 is the longest phase whereas Betas are the quickest
craggy harness
hey will we be able to swap classes on the fly like in final fantasy
desert ivy
You can swap your secondary archetype (but not on the fly) but not your primary. Your primary is locked after character creation
craggy harness
oh thats cool, and you get skills from both aye? So you can be a tank healer or what have you
desert ivy
No you only get skills from your primary, your secondary "augments" the effects of your primaries skills
tender hearthBOT
craggy harness
thanks is that wiki legit info?
desert ivy
Yes, the wiki is kept up to date with everything Intrepid says. Everything that is written on there is linked to the quote where it originates from
left basalt
I did get a package on the website (for alpha 2 and both betas) and in it is included chosing a secure a name. Where exactly do i go to "secure" my nickname for the character? Or is automatic as it is on the web?
dark jungle
They will announce when that begins
tender hearthBOT
strong isle
how are you going to compete against free to play MMO`s like Blue Protocol and Throne and Liberty that will be great games?
oak bridge
Well think about it, an MMO has to make money. If it's Free to Play, how are they paying their devs? Throne and Liberty is said to have an "auto-battler", an "auto-pathing" system, and will likely have pay to win or pay to convenience. Blue Protocol will likely also have a pay to win / pay convenience thing about it. So the people who will enjoy those games and play them over Ashes, probably wouldn't like Ashes to begin with, because in Ashes you have to earn your rewards through hard work.
Question: I played Alpha 1 barely, because at the time I was very busy. Will my lack of play time effect my odds of getting chosen to play in the spot testing before Alpha 2?
dark jungle
no, spot testing sessions are open to all testers
oak bridge
Nice, thank you.
dark jungle
also they try to vary the timeslots for the spot tests so that EU/NA/OCE can get a chance to play
but in Alpha 1 it was mostly NA time
hopefully they will make A2 more friendly to other timezones
oak bridge
yeah, I hope everyone gets a chance to try it out. Thanks Lex
steady ermine
Any updates on migration from My.com purchases? Cause My.com deleted their AoC site with my ticket for it. I still have all my proofs of purchases locally, but a few months ago when I asked both support teams, My.com didnโt answer and Intrepid told me itโs WIP.
Having purchased the pack with alpha 2 access Iโm a little anxious about it, especially when My.com does shady stuff like deleting the related website and the peopleโs access to the data.
potent thunderBOT
analog cargo
since movement speed seems pretty fast especially with mounts, wouldnt ganking be too obstructive along caravan trade routes ?
fairly easy to cross roads perpendicularly to check for any caravans, I imagine, or have a group of campers along each road coordinating together
idk
tranquil willow
There isn't a definitive answer to that, I think
It's something they'll have to test
The balance of attacker and defender
vestal oar
I'm a bit lost, could you tell me if the potion launcher is still a weapon in the game or has it been removed? thank you
steady ermine
i think your best option might need to raise a support ticket
Did so, sadly nothing useful as I mentioned. And the way MY.GAMES have closed down AOC related pages a few months ago just seemed sus to me. ๐
ancient egret
I'm a bit lost, could you tell me if the potion launcher is still a weapon in th...
it is not a weapon players can use they will be used on ships and perhaps caravans
ruby swift
I'm a bit lost, could you tell me if the potion launcher is still a weapon in th...
They have said that the potion launcher will NOT be a player weapon, but instead will most likely be a part of a naval weapon loadout.
Ships will utilize a larger form of potion launcher in place of canons.[5] These canons will be able to be equipped with different potions that have different effects.[6]
vestal oar
thanks for the info you have clarified everything
fair junco
Any dates on the next beta/alpha phase yet?
full badger
Any dates on the next beta/alpha phase yet?
Nothing yet, sorry
fair junco
No worries, thanks
woeful ibex
Any dates on the next beta/alpha phase yet?
soon! TM
half zealot
Do we have an topic for the next monthly livestream at the end of april?
stone geyser
Do we have an topic for the next monthly livestream at the end of april?
Either Mage archetype update or cyclops (raid boss) update. (:
upbeat laurel
when is the release date of the game
pure gulch
when is the release date of the game
nothing announced, but i personally wouldnt expect it before 2025/26 at the very earliest
neon bough
When duel weapons are used like sword/sword dagger/dagger with you get all the benifits from both weapons or will you have to mush them together to make a duel weapon. And if so will you have say 100 attk damage from both weapons applied to your stats or will the off hand go down some?
tender hearthBOT
dark jungle
When duel weapons are used like sword/sword dagger/dagger with you get all the b...
^ this is all we know about dual wielding at the moment
neon bough
^ this is all we know about dual wielding at the moment
ty dear
stuck cape
I'm curious as to how mounted combat would work regarding flying/gliding mounts? I read on the wiki that there will be some abilities that are able to knock players off of mounts. Will this be included for flying mounts? Aka an AOE ability that will have a zone extending into the sky to knock players off of their mounts midair? or will it be only aimed/single target abilities that you have to hit in order to knock players off of these mounts?
I personally prefer the idea of using siege weaponry (such as ballista) to knock these players off during wars as i'm led to believe that they are only usable in certain PvP scenarios
cobalt shale
I personally prefer the idea of using siege weaponry (such as ballista) to knock...
That would be really cool.
fresh urchin
I personally prefer the idea of using siege weaponry (such as ballista) to knock...
Not quite. Flying mounts will be usable outside sieges, but they are very limited. Only a handful of people will have flying mounts at any given time on a server. Dragon flying mounts specifically will have large scale pvp abilities that are intended to be used in sieges.
Mounts are targetable just like a player, so any ability can hit a mount. Certain CC abilities will dismount the player
stuck cape
Not quite. Flying mounts will be usable outside sieges, but they are very limite...
Thanks for the answer, does this also apply to gliding mounts as then terrain and environmental factors in the node under siege would play an interesting role, aka a cliff overlooking a city could be instrumental in using gliding mounts to close the distance? ๐
fresh urchin
Also as far as we know those dragon mount pvp abilities will be usable anywhere, they'll just be designed to be effective in large scale battles like sieges
fresh urchin
Thanks for the answer, does this also apply to gliding mounts as then terrain an...
Yeah this applies to all mounts as far as we know
stuck cape
Yeah this applies to all mounts as far as we know
Amazing ty! would be interesting to know specifically if they are aim only abilities or CC abilities with an AOE would still affect a mounted player in a certain distance above where the AOE is placed
fresh urchin
Amazing ty! would be interesting to know specifically if they are aim only abili...
For reference, the mount system is based heavily on the mount system used in Archeage, so if you want an idea of how it'll likely feel I'd recommend looking up how it behaves in Archeage
stuck cape
Will do, thanks for the help mate!
ancient egret
there will only be about 20 flying mounts at any point per server and half of those are from world boss drops and the rest are from being leaders of metros and castles
stuck cape
I just find aerial combat via flying mounts to be an untapped goldmine when it comes to large battles. Could have some epic fantasy battles with two large guilds in a heavily developed server say an 8 flying mount guild vs a 12 flying mount guild, and how these actually play into the deciding factor of winning the war and their relevance in wars in general. Just scratching that theorycrafting itch! ๐
fresh urchin
I just find aerial combat via flying mounts to be an untapped goldmine when it c...
single guilds are unlikely to be able to get that many flying mounts
I think 1-2 for a single guild will be more likely
stuck cape
Ahhh there's a hard limit per guild? thats incredibly interesting also... would a 3 way war be possible in a guild war or is it specifically locked to 1 guild vs 1 guild?
ancient egret
I just find aerial combat via flying mounts to be an untapped goldmine when it c...
flying mounts will be the ultimate sign of power or wealth they are not meant to be common or something ez to get
fresh urchin
Ahhh there's a hard limit per guild? thats incredibly interesting also... would ...
not exactly, but the ways you get flying mounts impose their own limits
stuck cape
Hmm well this has given me alot to think about, and yeah i know they will be a lategame item and incredibly hard to obtain, i'm just looking for ways to counter them/balance as they will eventually be showing up in wars ๐
ancient egret
Ahhh there's a hard limit per guild? thats incredibly interesting also... would ...
flying mounts that are dropped bye world bosses got a life span of max 1 month so it would be hard for 1 guild to have many at 1 point
fresh urchin
Hmm well this has given me alot to think about, and yeah i know they will be a l...
Thing is, they aren't just a late game item, they're limited to people who are mayors or leaders of guilds that control castles, as well as some lucky people who get them as limited time world boss drops that only last a month
stuck cape
Ahhh yes i forgot about the time limit on them.. would they be just as easy to obtain for a small guild as a large guild? and if mayors and leaders of castles also get them then wouldn't that make aerial combat between two castle owning guilds an inevitability?
fresh urchin
Ahhh yes i forgot about the time limit on them.. would they be just as easy to o...
it's likely each side of a siege would have 1 at least, just single guilds having 10 is unlikely
stuck cape
Right thats good to know, a 1v1 situation with aerial combat is just as interesting to me! A well placed gliding mount could even disrupt or knock off one of these flying mounts allowing your own to wreak havoc via the dragon ability. Thanks guys that cleared up alot
ancient egret
it's likely each side of a siege would have 1 at least, just single guilds havin...
well its not a 100% that both sides will have it since first the node side would have to be a metro and the other side would have to own a time limited mount since you cant bring a a metro or castle flying mount into a siege
fresh urchin
well its not a 100% that both sides will have it since first the node side would...
yeah iirc dragons are the world boss drops so that'd be the limited time ones
and dragons are the mounts with the large scale combat stuff
stuck cape
well its not a 100% that both sides will have it since first the node side would...
See this makes me even more adamant that ways to counter them via siege equipment is necessary, given that mounts have their own speed values making hitting them with an ability even more difficult than usual, which is where my AoE question came from hah! But to maintain balance i would say that having other options to counter them without owning one yourself would be crucial ๐
fresh urchin
See this makes me even more adamant that ways to counter them via siege equipmen...
many abilities are targeted not aimed
But Im not sure the intention is to make it easy to knock dragon riders down
ancient egret
in any case this has turned into a convo lets move down to #general-discussion or #aoc-discussion
analog cargo
in any case this has turned into a convo lets move down to <#257293098915332096>...
where are those channels? i dont have them
desert ivy
odd lake
Will flying/gliding mounts be usable as normal ground mounts as well if you do not have access to any flying mount at that time?
umbral blaze
will tulnar be able to choose the same religion as humans?
spiral pine
Yes
night crater
I think there will be an assassin character in this game. well assassination.i character will be my blader style like in cabal online, ie holding two long samurai swords. Or will it be the kind of assassin holding two knives?
celest raven
i wanna be an assassin/necromancer like if i was playing solo leveling
dapper chasm
@night crater Every Class can use every weapon, but not every weapon will be the best option for every class.
That said, u could use swords (not samurai swords exactly) on ur Assa but that doesnt mean u could use ur full potential with these like u could with daggers f.e... and even if there isnt a samurai swords category, but usally since IS is going for a more realism style, this type of sword would be a 2-handed weapontype...
@celest raven pls use the general discussionchats for chatting/discussing ๐
crystal beacon
Hello, Sorry im kind of new to this discord and game. I'm a huge mount and pet collector in other MMOs, i was wondering are the mounts and pets people getting from pre purchases of AoC going be in the shop or ingame once the game is actually out?
dark jungle
the mounts in the shop are skins that change over each month and won't be sold again. there will be similar mount and pet skins in the game, but not exactly the same
crystal beacon
Damn ok thank you
craggy fog
Whats comes first? node citizenship or guild? Lets say my node is at war and some of my guild mates have their citizenship from another nodes, do i defend my node killing my guild mates?
clear crown
Whats comes first? node citizenship or guild? Lets say my node is at war and som...
Yes, node comes first
Was mentioned in the wiki somewhere I believe
clear crown
Np:)
clear crown
Whats comes first? node citizenship or guild? Lets say my node is at war and som...
Oh my mistake
echo pecan
But isn't he right? Node wars can cause guild mates to be hostile to each other.
spring dagger
gentle vessel
Come back next year and try ๐ lol
left basalt
Around the end of this year there will be the internal testing for A2
sterile herald
Are the buildings and equipment that cosmetics can be put on specific or can they be used generally? If the former, where can I find which cosmetics go on what buildings/gear?
desert ivy
Freeholds yes they are specific, we don't know what building each one goes on yet.
Costumes no. Costumes override your entire appearance.
Accessories override a certain slot.
sterile herald
Do we know what buildings will be on a freehold?
tender hearthBOT
frosty spire
Good afternoon. I registered to participate in the tests back in 2017 - 2018, but I never received a notification and a code. Please tell me how you can get to the alpha test for free. Since I have a lot of experience in testing games like mmo and other genres. I really want to help develop your project.
stuck cape
To my knowledge you cannot enter the Alpha/Beta test for free, it requires the purchase of a pack containing a key located on the website's shop section! There are cosmetic packs also available with the keys and the Alpha 2 testing has not started yet so you cannot immediately enter the Alpha right now even if you purchase a key. You can read more about it through the above link ๐
tender wren
they seldom give them out for certian events, or they have in the past, but it is quite unlikely
unkempt current
alpha keys used to be given to active forum users way back
like
half a decade ago
not sure if it's still the same
and at this point I don't even want to know how awfully wrong everything went with AoC development that it's release got postponed for more than 2 years after it's initial date and we are yet to receive any official info.
desert ivy
That was for Alpha 0 testing
If you want to know what went wrong, Steven simply knew nothing about game design and thought the game could be completed much quicker than actually possible.
He also thought he'd be able to hire staff much quicker seeing as he wanted 100 employees by the end of 2018 but didn't hit that until 2021.
unkempt current
Which alpha 0 are we talking about?
desert ivy
The first one. Apoc testing was available to all after the initial NDA period. Alpha 0 is the first one on that list
unkempt current
That was for Alpha 0 testing
Alpha 0 was not postponed, what was postponed was not only alpha 1 but everything after it.
desert ivy
I wasn't replying to that, I was replying to the "alpha keys used to be given to active forum users way back"
unkempt current
alright
desert ivy
Alpha 1/2 keys were never given for simply being active on the forums
pure light
Are the cosmetic skins from the shop exclusive?
arctic swift
Yes though iirc they will be recolored and used for npcs aswell
stone geyser
Are the cosmetic skins from the shop exclusive?
The specific color variation of the cosmetic sold during the monthly cosmetic sale is unique. Recolors and reskins will be assets used in the game, some of which may be obtainable.
pure light
Kk! I imaged there would be some sort of dye system. I just like the mount this month, but not the other parts of it ๐ญ
unkempt current
It would be so long until you get to ride it, no point stressing over it
pure light
More so like if I were to get one of pre packages
stone geyser
I recommend waiting to get a pack until the entire pack is something you vibe with. Probably going to be years to go so there's plenty of time to wait for something to peak your interest
pure light
Yep that was what I was wondering. Well, thank you for your help!
stone geyser
grim breach
You do need to buy a package to get Alpha or Beta access but you cannot get it early. You will get it at the same time as everyone who have access.
Right now, there are no testing going on. It won't be until at least a couple of years in the future.
My suggestion is to wait until Alpha-2 really starts. You can decide then.
Alpha-2 won't have NDA so everyone will be streaming or showing the game to the public.
arctic swift
My suggestion is to wait until Alpha-2 really starts. You can decide then.
Not sure if they will stop selling keys before it launches or not, so do keep an eye out for any announcements regarding that if you're planning on waiting
ancient egret
when Alpha 2 will start?
we dont know they have yet to give a date
fervent girder
hi
buoyant fog
I cant' wait to try Alpha 2 (โฏยฐโกยฐ)โฏ๏ธต โปโโป0....
worn wagon
Make sure you head over to #read-me-first to get access to the discussion channels! #questions is for Q&As only
proven sun
So has there been any major game systems shown in the past year or is all just pre order cosmetics? Genuinely want the game to succeed but the amount of cosmetics pre launch has me worried
plush hawk
Havent been following the dev streams?
dark jungle
most of the development updates have been showcasing combat from different archetypes
stone geyser
Character Creator update was pretty great
dark jungle
apart from that we have seen the seasonal systems, events systems, quests and story arc systems
plush hawk
Gathering systems too
dark jungle
So has there been any major game systems shown in the past year or is all just p...
if you want a quick summary of the last year's progress i recommend watching this https://youtu.be/IhybAkMpSFQ
cobalt shale
And there's been lots of progress on the UI, too.
proven sun
if you want a quick summary of the last year's progress i recommend watching thi...
Thank you for the link, love LazyPeon will definitely check it out. Just a little disheartened when everytime I check news its more skins
dark jungle
they post a lot more in #news than just that. all of the development updates are in there as well
tender hearthBOT
dark jungle
Thank you for the link, love LazyPeon will definitely check it out. Just a littl...
all of the media they release is there as well ^
proven sun
all of the media they release is there as well ^
Thanks m8 ๐ looks like I have some stuff to check out
barren acorn
worthy schooner
So has there been any major game systems shown in the past year or is all just p...
the cosmetics are literally just assets used within the game, sold in a unique colour that wont be accessable within the game, in that specific style
and yes game systems have been shown
last stream showed interactive game system where event is triggered based off prereq
inland robin
Does AoC have a Spotify listing for the in-game music? Asking because if so, I'll add it to my music playlist to listen to while I work.
stone geyser
I don't think they have any sort of OST at this time
desert ivy
Does AoC have a Spotify listing for the in-game music? Asking because if so, I'l...
We haven't heard any of Ashes music yet. Everything that is played on streams and in-game is placeholder that comes from a music licensing website
inland robin
We haven't heard any of Ashes music yet. Everything that is played on streams an...
Even the login client music?
spark cove
Even the login client music?
Yeah, the login client theme is from a site. They probably bought the royalties.
desert ivy
Even the login client music?
Yes, it's this https://www.premiumbeat.com/royalty-free-tracks/meadowlands
worn wagon
frail vapor
I have a question when we will have alpha 2 will it be on the site or on the email in question that we can download it?
burnt blade
How exactly does a node transition into its next stage when it levels up? Is there some form of animation? Does it just automatically turn?
I remember seeing a clip of a building being mid construction but I'm unsure if that was apart of the node leveling, does anyone have that clip?
ruby swift
That was just a construction animation as the structure was completed. Last info given was that node transition won't be "jarring" and that those who are in areas that would be in conflict with the node settlement "pop" would be teleported to a "safe area" outside the transition.
burnt blade
thanks everyone!
tender hearthBOT
slow quartz
Does anyone know off the top of their head if a pirate cosmetic has been made?'
left basalt
there must be something similar i asume.
slow quartz
is there somewhere on their site we can view past cosmetics or would that be on the wiki
left basalt
As a tank player can i have a brick throw animation? Please, pretty please.
lucid cipher
or not to Wiki... that is the question..
thick fjord
As a tank player can i have a brick throw animation? Please, pretty please.
If you have suggestions you should make a post on the forum
left basalt
On my way!
normal ocean
what will the recommended pc specs be when the game comes out?
spiral pine
Unknown at this time
fallow saffron
what will the recommended pc specs be when the game comes out?
Requirements:
Nvidia 7090 ti
Intel 10ghz
128 gig DDR 5
NVME 4.0 2 terabyte
๐คฃ ๐คฃ ๐คฃ
tiny vine
what will the recommended pc specs be when the game comes out?
The specs would be close to alpha specs or slightly above
From the wiki
full badger
A note about the above: Those recommendations were for the alpha 1 test, which took place in 2021, before Ashes moved to UE5 - There's a good chance the recommendations have changed a lot since then.
tiny vine
What the min req specs will be we have no clue, but these are the only referance out there, so take a grain of salt
heady flare
Yeah, that was before the ue5 upgrade.
analog cargo
why arent vek a bit taller ?
stone geyser
why arent vek a bit taller ?
There will be a slider for character height at character creation.
analog cargo
There will be a slider for character height at character creation.
was referring to max height
onyx knoll
that's not really something the community can help answer, it's just what they wanted for the race based on their established lore
onyx knoll
should they be taller ?
There's no real answer to that, i'm sure some people would like them to be taller while other like them being short. If you want to discuss this feel free to bring it down to #aoc-discussion
onyx knoll
no idea, we'll get a better idea of the height range once they give access to the character creator
analog cargo
right. thank you
desert ivy
They're supposed to be the 3rd shortest race, only taller than the Dwarves, so it makes sense for them not to be tall
last osprey
so I looked up and there ll be some bosses in the sea and in the underrealm. My question is, will be there dungeons in those two areas as well? Like an underwater dungeon and an underrealm dungeon.
spiral pine
yes
last osprey
yes on both?
spiral pine
yes
last osprey
thanks!
analog cargo
will certain resources be equal in maximum possible amount throughout all biomes ?
eg. one biome far away contain a lot of a specific kind of ore compared to another biome that may have very little
sterile herald
Will resources drop on all forms of death and where would one respawn on death?
gaunt vortex
so the new skin description for the cloudburst pegasus says gliding/flying mount skin, so are there going to be gliding mounts that are going to be easier to get then flying mounts?
ok thank you
grizzled fractal
wait if you buy the Voyager Plus Pre-Order Pack are you able to play right now?
arctic sky
No
grizzled fractal
damn is there anyway to play now or??
meager slate
Will we get an alpha key only purchase option in the future ?
rancid cypress
Will we get an alpha key only purchase option in the future ?
Most likely not since everything is packaged with gametime for release.
But there are rare give aways occasionally where you can win key access.
meager slate
Alr thanks
drowsy quail
When will you come out and say that you aren't able to finish this mmo?
stuck cape
When will you come out and say that you aren't able to finish this mmo?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massively_multiplayer_online_role-playing_game
Scroll down to development/non corporate development time, they got a lot of work to do is all
And that doesn't include half of what is planned to be included in Ashes
celest moth
yo i gotta question, Lets say you buy a Voyager Plus Pre-Order Pack is the Cosmetic (Clothes in this case) an entire set or is it Parts, e.g I buy this months Voyager Plus Pre-Order set and i like the boots will i be able to Tmog the boots from this set with say the chest piece of another set
rancid cypress
yo i gotta question, Lets say you buy a Voyager Plus Pre-Order Pack is the Cosme...
The voyager plus costumes are a whole set that cover the paper doll of your character. You'll be able to toggle off hoods and cloaks though.
Accessories from cosmetic packs (this month is a backpack) go into special accessories slots individually.
There is also a gear tmog system where you can transmog individual items to look like others. But doing this means you won't be able to use costumes. (as the costume covers everything on the doll)
naive owl
Hi guys does someone from alpha 1 remember if dodging was only on control, or could double tap (ex w) to dodge roll, cant recall?
full badger
Hi guys does someone from alpha 1 remember if dodging was only on control, or co...
https://ashesofcreation.wiki/Control_settings#/media/File:A1T-keybindings-06_2021_color.jpg These were the keybinds from A1
sleek stratus
do i need to have a flying mount to use the pegasus ??
cause only few people will be able to fly right
tranquil willow
And anyone can get tier 2 mounts
sleek stratus
ah nice ๐
hexed minnow
How do you tell the difference between a T1 and T2 mount?
dapper chasm
Tier1 is 'walking/running' only while Tier2 is '+ gliding'...so if it could glide (wings etc) it might be a Tier2 Mountskin
dark jungle
you can also look it up on the wiki
spiral pine
Whats a wiki?
tender hearthBOT
halcyon obsidian
are there any plans for PAX west this year?
spark cove
LOL bot
rigid rose
are there any plans for PAX west this year?
They have not announced any plans for any conventions yet at this time.
They want to in future but nothing currently planned! ๐
halcyon obsidian
ah ok